RFP2601 Assignment
2 2024 - DUE 1 July
2024
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE ANSWERS
[DATE]
[Company address]
, RFP2601 Assignment 2 2024 - DUE 1 July 2024
QUESTION 1: (30)
1.1 Explain why reading is so important in the foundation phase. (5)
1.2 Rule and Land (2017:2) state that “most South African children do not learn to
read well.” Justify the reason for their statement. (5)
1.3 Explain what you understand by ‘invented writing’ and why children use
invented writing. (5)
1.4 By establishing print-rich classrooms, responsive reading spaces are created that
promote incidental reading. Discuss the role of the teacher in establishing print-rich
classrooms. (5)
1.5 Pretorius et al (2016) and Willenberg (2018) recommend that teachers in
training be properly skilled to teach children how to read for comprehension.
Justify the reason for this recommendation. (5)
1.6 Assess the benefits of establishing school community libraries. (5)
Foundation Phase and the Importance of Reading
1.1 Why Reading is Crucial:
In the foundation phase (early elementary school), reading is the bedrock for all future
learning. Here's why:
• Brain Development: Reading strengthens brain circuits crucial for language,
memory, and concentration.
• Vocabulary Building: Exposure to new words expands vocabulary, enhancing
communication and comprehension.
2 2024 - DUE 1 July
2024
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE ANSWERS
[DATE]
[Company address]
, RFP2601 Assignment 2 2024 - DUE 1 July 2024
QUESTION 1: (30)
1.1 Explain why reading is so important in the foundation phase. (5)
1.2 Rule and Land (2017:2) state that “most South African children do not learn to
read well.” Justify the reason for their statement. (5)
1.3 Explain what you understand by ‘invented writing’ and why children use
invented writing. (5)
1.4 By establishing print-rich classrooms, responsive reading spaces are created that
promote incidental reading. Discuss the role of the teacher in establishing print-rich
classrooms. (5)
1.5 Pretorius et al (2016) and Willenberg (2018) recommend that teachers in
training be properly skilled to teach children how to read for comprehension.
Justify the reason for this recommendation. (5)
1.6 Assess the benefits of establishing school community libraries. (5)
Foundation Phase and the Importance of Reading
1.1 Why Reading is Crucial:
In the foundation phase (early elementary school), reading is the bedrock for all future
learning. Here's why:
• Brain Development: Reading strengthens brain circuits crucial for language,
memory, and concentration.
• Vocabulary Building: Exposure to new words expands vocabulary, enhancing
communication and comprehension.
