Grade 10 is a foundational year for Tshivenda First Additional Language (Luambo lwa U Engedza lwa U Thoma), marking the entry into the Further Education and Training (FET) phase. The curriculum focuses on developing communicative competence, basic 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 Tshivenda FAL Grade 10 ATP, breaking down the weekly focus areas for teachers and learners, from the initial Listening Skills 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 First Additional Language learners.
Term 1: Listening Skills, Reading Strategies, and Grammar
Focus: The first term introduces learners to critical listening skills and reading strategies, establishing a strong foundation for text analysis.
- Weeks 1–3: Introduction and Listening Skills
- Listening: Listening for information (U thetshelesa u itela u wana mafhungo) and introducing a classmate.
- Reading: Introduction to comprehension strategies (Zwiṱiraṱedzhi zwa tholokanyondivho) and literary genres.
- Language: Parts of speech (Thinwaipfi dza muambo) and sentence construction.
- Weeks 4–7: Reading and Writing
- Reading: Intensive reading of literary texts (Litheretsha) focusing on plot and character.
- Writing: Process writing for narrative paragraphs and friendly letters (Vhurifhi ha tshitshaka).
- Visuals: Analyzing cartoons and visual texts (Zwibveledzwa zwa u vhonwa).
- Weeks 8–11: Language Structures and Assessment
- Language: Tenses (Zwifhinga), conjunctions (Maṱanganyi), and punctuation.
- Assessment: Task 1 (Listening Comprehension), Task 2 (Longer Transactional Writing), and Task 3 (Controlled 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: Prepared speech (Tshipitshi tsho ḽugiselwaho) and giving directions.
- Visual Literacy: Analyzing cartoons for humor (Muswaswo) and advertisements.
- Writing: Writing diary entries (Dayari) and instructions (Ndaela).
- Weeks 5–8: Literature and Transactional Writing
- Literature: Analyzing themes and plot structure in prescribed texts.
- Writing: Writing narrative essays (Maanea a u anetshela) and reviews (Riviyu).
- Language: Conjunctions (Maṱanganyi) and sentence structures.
- Assessment: Mid-Year Examinations
- Task 4: Oral (Prepared Speech).
- Task 5: Literature Assignment (Asainimennde ya litheretsha).
- Exams: Paper 1 (Language in Context), Paper 2 (Literature), and Paper 3 (Writing).
Term 3: Debates, Critical Awareness, and Creative Writing
Focus: Term 3 fosters critical thinking through debates and critical language awareness, alongside advanced creative writing tasks.
- Weeks 1–3: Debates and Opinions
- Oral: Debates (U ṱaṱa) and expressing opinions on given topics.
- Reading: Reading discursive texts and summarizing information (Manweledzo).
- Weeks 4–7: Critical Reading and Summary
- Reading: Summary writing and analyzing literary texts for techniques (Zwiṱalusi).
- Literature: Contextual analysis of literary texts.
- Writing: Discursive essays (Maanea a disikhesivi) and formal letters.
- Weeks 8–11: Writing and Revision
- Writing: Creative writing focusing on essays and longer transactional texts like emails (Imeili).
- Language: Language structures such as abbreviations (Pfufhifhadzo) and visual text analysis.
- Assessment: Task 7 (Oral – Unprepared Speech) and Task 8 (Writing – Essay).
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 note-taking skills (U dzhia notsi), reading comprehension strategies, and literary analysis.
- Writing: Practicing exam-type writing prompts like magazine articles and emails of appreciation (Vhurifhi ha u takalela).
- 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) (70 marks).
- Paper 3 (Writing): Essays and Transactional texts (100 marks).
- Paper 4 (Oral): Formal assessment of oral skills (50 marks).
FAQ: Tshivenda FAL Grade 10
Q: What is the main difference between HL and FAL in Grade 10 Tshivenda?
A: FAL (First Additional Language) focuses more on communicative competence and basic analysis, whereas HL (Home Language) involves deep literary analysis and complex language structures.
Q: What are the compulsory oral tasks for Grade 10 FAL?
A: Learners must complete listening comprehension tasks, prepared speeches, and unprepared speeches/reading aloud throughout the year.
Q: How is the literature component assessed in FAL?
A: Literature is assessed through a formal assignment in Term 2 and written examinations in June and November (Paper 2), focusing on themes, characters, and plot.