Grade 10 is a foundational year for IsiZulu Home Language (Ulimi Lwasekhaya), marking the entry into the Further Education and Training (FET) phase. The curriculum focuses on advanced language usage, deep literary analysis, and refining writing and speaking skills. 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 IsiZulu HL Grade 10 ATP, breaking down the weekly focus areas for teachers and learners, from the initial Listening Comprehension in Term 1 to the final End-of-Year Examinations.
IsiZulu HL Grade 10 ATP 2026
The Annual Teaching Plan is divided into four terms, ensuring comprehensive coverage of listening, speaking, reading, viewing, and writing skills.
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Term 1: Oral Skills, Essay Writing, and Literature Introduction
Focus: The first term introduces learners to the analysis of literary texts and develops essential listening and speaking skills required for the FET phase.
- Weeks 1–3: Introduction and Oral Skills
- Listening: Listening for comprehension (Ukulalelela ukuzwisisa) and informative/evaluative listening.
- Speaking: Introduction to oral text features and unprepared speech (Inkulumo engalungiselelwe).
- Literature: Introduction to Drama (Umdlalo) and Poetry (Izinkondlo).
- Weeks 4–7: Writing and Reading Skills
- Writing: Process writing for Narrative, Descriptive, or Argumentative essays (Elandisayo/Echazayo/Edaza inkani).
- Reading: Interpretation of visual texts and reading literary texts.
- Transactional Writing: Friendly and formal letters (Incwadi yobungani/yakomkhulu).
- Weeks 8–11: Prepared Speech and Assessment
- Speaking: Prepared speech (Inkulumo elungiselelwe).
- Visual Literacy: Analyzing advertisements (Isikhangisi).
- Assessment: Task 1 (Oral), Task 2 (Writing), Task 3 (Oral), and Task 4 (Test: Language, Comprehension, Summary).
Term 2: Summaries, Visual Texts, and Mid-Year Exams
Focus: The second term emphasizes critical reading skills, including summarization and the analysis of visual texts like cartoons, culminating in the mid-year assessments.
- Weeks 1–3: Literature and Essays
- Literature: Novel/Folklore (Inoveli/Ubuciko bomlomo), Drama, and Poetry.
- Writing: Focus on Narrative, Descriptive, or Argumentative essays.
- Weeks 4–5: Reading and Summary
- Reading: Unprepared reading aloud (Ukufunda kuzwakale okungalungiselwe).
- Summary: Summary writing skills (Ukufingqa).
- Weeks 6–9: Visual Literacy and Transactional Texts
- Visual Texts: Analyzing cartoons (Ikhathuni) and advertisements.
- Writing: Transactional texts including magazine articles, emails, or interviews.
- Assessment: Mid-Year Examinations
- Paper 1: Language in Context (Ukusetshenziswa kolimi), Comprehension, and Summary.
- Paper 2: Literature (Imibhalo yobuciko) covering Novel, Drama, and Poetry.
Term 3: Meetings, Research, and Creative Writing
Focus: Term 3 moves into advanced oral tasks such as meeting procedures and storytelling, and focuses on the research assignment or project.
- Weeks 1–3: Meetings and Procedures
- Oral: Understanding meeting procedures (Imihlangano) and reviewing Term 2 work.
- Writing: Reviewing essay types and transactional texts.
- Weeks 4–5: Storytelling and Project
- Oral: Storytelling (Ukuxoxa indaba).
- Assessment: Task 8 (Literature Project/Assignment – Iphrothethi/Asayimenti) involving research techniques.
- Weeks 6–9: Debate and Literature Essay
- Oral: Debate (Inkulumo-mpikiswano) and prepared speech.
- Writing: Literary essay (I-eseyi yombhalo wobuciko) based on Drama or Poetry.
- Transactional: Writing reviews, agenda/minutes, or speeches.
Term 4: Revision and Final Examinations
Focus: The final term is dedicated to consolidating knowledge, finalizing oral marks through panel discussions, and preparing for the end-of-year exams. For additional practice materials, visit our Grade 10 Past Papers section.
- Weeks 1–4: Advanced Oral Skills and Revision
- Oral: Introducing a speaker (Ukwethula isikhulumi) and Panel Discussions (Ukuxoxisana kwesigungu).
- Revision: Comprehensive review of Language structures (Paper 1), Literature (Paper 2), and Writing (Paper 3).
- Assessment: End-of-Year Examinations
- Paper 1 (Language): Comprehension, Summary, Visual Literacy, and Language structures (70 marks).
- Paper 2 (Literature): Drama, Poetry (Prescribed and Unseen), and Novel/Folklore (80 marks).
- Paper 3 (Writing): Essays and Transactional texts (100 marks).
- Paper 4 (Oral): Formal assessment of reading and speaking skills (50 marks).
FAQ: IsiZulu HL Grade 10
Q: What are the main literary genres covered in Grade 10 IsiZulu?
A: Grade 10 IsiZulu HL covers Drama (Umdlalo), Poetry (Izinkondlo), and Novel/Folklore (Inoveli/Ubuciko bomlomo).
Q: How is the Summary question assessed in Paper 1?
A: Students are required to summarize a text (Ukufingqa) into a specific word count, identifying main points and writing them in point form or paragraph form as per instructions.
Q: Is the Oral component important?
A: Yes, Oral marks (Listening, Prepared Speech, Unprepared Speech/Reading) form a significant part of the School-Based Assessment (SBA), which contributes to the final year mark.