Grade 10 is a foundational year for IsiNdebele Second Additional Language (Ilimi Lesibili Lokwengeza), where learners begin to solidify their basic language skills for the FET phase. The curriculum focuses on developing communicative competence, understanding simple literary texts, and mastering essential language structures. To ensure you stay on track with your studies, it is essential to consult the full Grade 10 Annual Teaching Plans (ATPs).
This article outlines the 2026 IsiNdebele SAL Grade 10 ATP, breaking down the weekly focus areas for teachers and learners, from the initial Baseline Assessment in Term 1 to the final End-of-Year Examinations.
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The Annual Teaching Plan is divided into four terms, ensuring comprehensive coverage of listening, speaking, reading, viewing, and writing skills suited for Second Additional Language learners.
Term 1: Listening Skills, Basic Reading, and Grammar
Focus: The first term introduces learners to basic listening skills and reading strategies, establishing a strong foundation for text comprehension.
- Weeks 1–3: Introduction and Assessment
- Assessment: Baseline Assessment (Ukuhlola okusisekelo) to gauge prior knowledge.
- Listening: Listening for information (Ukulalelela ilwazi) and introducing a classmate.
- Reading: Introduction to literary genres (Inoveli/Drama/Indatjana/Iinkondlo).
- Weeks 4–7: Reading and Writing
- Reading: Intensive reading of literary texts focusing on plot and character.
- Writing: Process writing for narrative paragraphs (Indima ecocako) and dialogues (Ikulumo pendulwano).
- Visuals: Analyzing visual texts such as cartoons and advertisements (Ikhathuni nesikhangiso).
- Weeks 8–11: Language Structures and Assessment
- Language: Tenses, parts of speech (linabiso neemphawulo), and sentence construction.
- Assessment: Task 1 (Listening Comprehension), Task 2 (Oral/Reading – Ukufundela phezulu), and Task 3 (Literature Test).
Term 2: Oral Presentations, Visual Literacy, and Mid-Year Exams
Focus: The second term emphasizes oral communication, including prepared speeches, and deepens the understanding of visual and literary texts.
- Weeks 1–4: Speaking and Visual Texts
- Speaking: Giving directions (Nikela imilayelo) and delivering a Prepared Speech (Ikulumo ehleliweko).
- Visual Literacy: Analyzing cartoons (Ikhathuni) and advertisements (Umkhangiso).
- Writing: Writing instructions and short transactional texts like SMS.
- Weeks 5–8: Literature and Transactional Writing
- Literature: Analyzing themes and characters in prescribed texts.
- Writing: Writing descriptive paragraphs (Ehlathululako) and friendly letters (Incwadi yobungani).
- Language: Conjunctions (Iinhlanganiso) and active/passive voice (Ipambosi yokwenziwa).
- Assessment: Mid-Year Examinations
- Task 4: Oral (Prepared Speech).
- Task 5: Writing (Descriptive Paragraph).
- Exams: Paper 1 (Language in Context – Ilimi ebujameni obuthileko) and Paper 2 (Literature – Zemitlolo).
Term 3: Narrative Writing, Critical Awareness, and Revision
Focus: Term 3 fosters creative thinking through narrative writing and critical language awareness, alongside advanced comprehension tasks.
- Weeks 1–3: Narrative Writing
- Writing: Narrative essays (I-eseyi ecocako) focusing on planning and drafting.
- Reading: Reading for appreciation and understanding literary texts.
- Weeks 4–7: Critical Reading and Summary
- Reading: Summary writing (Ukutlola isirhunyezo) and critical language awareness.
- Literature: Contextual analysis of literary texts.
- Writing: Descriptive essays (I-eseyi ehlathululako) and diary entries (Idayari).
- Weeks 8–11: Writing and Revision
- Writing: Designing advertisements (Tlola umkhangiso) and filling in forms.
- Language: Synonyms, antonyms, and direct/indirect speech.
- Assessment: Task 7 (Writing – Essay) and Task 8 (Oral – Conversation/Ingcoco).
Term 4: Revision and Final Examinations
Focus: The final term is dedicated to consolidating knowledge across all skills—listening, speaking, reading, and writing—in preparation for the final exams. For additional practice materials, visit our Grade 10 Past Papers section.
- Weeks 1–3: Comprehensive Revision
- Revision: Reviewing language structures, literary analysis, and writing formats.
- Writing: Practicing exam-type writing prompts like narrative and descriptive essays.
- Assessment: End-of-Year Examinations
- Paper 1 (Language): Comprehension, Summary, and Language structures (80 marks).
- Paper 2 (Literature): Prescribed texts (Novel/Drama/Short Stories/Poetry) (40 marks).
- Paper 3 (Writing): Essays and Transactional texts (80 marks).
- Paper 4 (Oral): Formal assessment of oral skills (100 marks).
FAQ: IsiNdebele SAL Grade 10
Q: What is the main difference between FAL and SAL in Grade 10 IsiNdebele?
A: SAL (Second Additional Language) focuses on basic communicative competence and foundational literacy, whereas FAL (First Additional Language) involves more complex analysis and fluency.
Q: What are the compulsory oral tasks for Grade 10 SAL?
A: Learners must complete listening comprehension tasks, prepared speeches (Ikulumo ehleliweko), and conversational tasks (Ingcoco) throughout the year.
Q: How is the literature component assessed in SAL?
A: Literature is assessed through short contextual questions in Term 1 and Term 3, and formal written examinations in June and November (Paper 2).