NORTHERN SOTHO RIDDLES AS A FORM OF CHILDREN’S LITERATURE: ISSUES OF LITERACY

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Ponte Academic JournalApr 2023, Volume 79, Issue 4 NORTHERN SOTHO RIDDLES AS A FORM OF CHILDREN’S LITERATURE: ISSUES OF LITERACYAuthor(s): Zilibele Mtumane ,Maishiko Doreen MojapeloJ. Ponte - Apr 2023 - Volume 79 - Issue 4 doi: 10.21506/j.ponte.2023.4.1 Abstract:In this article, riddles will be unpacked as a form of children’s literature by defining what they are and what significance and value they can add to reading development. Clarity will be made on the forms of riddles. An analysis will also be done for selected riddles with a focus on vocabulary and comprehension. This article discusses how some of the emergent literacy skills can be imparted through riddles as an oral form of literature. The components of emergent literacy that will be the focus will mostly be vocabulary and comprehension. As this article unpacks riddles as a form of children’s literature, the focus on vocabulary and comprehension will help assist in showing their relevance to children and literacy. The subheadings of this discourse are introduction, theoretical framework, defining riddles, and conclusion. Download full text:Check if you have access through your login credentials or your institution Username Password