Mbyana ya Mina

Mbyana ya Mina · Hlangana ni mbyana ya mina ya buraweni, ya voya leyi rhandzaka ku tlanga.

A Grade 1 first reader in Xitsonga that introduces a friendly playful dog and the care a small reader gives a favourite pet, in mother tongue. Eight illustrated spreads — "Leyi i mbyana ya mina." "Mbyana ya mina ya tsutsuma." "Ndzi rhandza mbyana ya mina!" — pair pet vocabulary with caring action verbs and animal naming.

What's inside 8 illustrated story pages in Xitsonga · Sight words: mbyana, tlanga, xifuwo · Phonics focus: the 'tl' sound in tlanga · Pre-reading prompt

Why Vernac Books Reviewed by native speakers and curriculum specialists. CAPS-aligned for the Foundation Phase. Built so your child sees themselves on the page.

Reading level: Grade 1, Term 3 · Ages 5-7