CHL2601 Assignment 5 2025 ANSWERS - Due 10 July 2025

CHL2601
ASSIGNMENT 5 2025
DUE 10 JULY 2025




SEMESTER 2 2025

, CHL2601 Assignment 5 2025
DUE 10 JULY 2025




QUESTION 1



1.1 Definition of the ‘additive language approach


The additive language approach means that children first build a strong foundation in their
home language, and then a new language (called the first additional language) is added
without replacing the home language. The two languages support each other, and learners
use their knowledge of the first language to help them understand and learn the new one
(CHL2601, Learning Unit 5, p. 403).


1.2 My Three Favourite Children’s Books


Not So Fast, Songololo by Niki Daly
Jamela’s Dress by Niki Daly
My Painted House, My Friendly Chicken, and Me by Maya Angelou
These books are enjoyable because they show African children in everyday settings and
celebrate culture and identity.


1.3 Activity Using the Additive Language Approach: Teaching the English “th” Sound


Activity Name: Thumbs Up for “th”!
Grade: 1
Objective: To teach the English “th” sound (as in "thumb"), which is not found in isiZulu or
Sesotho.


Steps
Warm-up- Start with a short isiZulu or Sesotho rhyme to relax learners and connect with their
home language.