English First Additional Language - Term 4 - Week 1

Reading fluency is the ability to read text smoothly and accurately. It involves recognizing words quickly and reading with expression. This week, we will focus on reading short stories that allow us to practice these skills. We will discuss how using different tones can change the meaning of what we read.

Let's read a short story together. As we read, pay attention to how I change my voice for different characters. For example, when the rabbit is excited, I will read quickly and with a happy tone. When the turtle is slow, I will read slowly and softly. After reading, we will discuss how the tone affected our understanding of the story.

Now, let's split into small groups. Each group will choose a short text to read aloud. As you read, practice using different expressions for the characters. After your group finishes, share with the class how you used your voice to show the characters' feelings. Remember to pay attention to punctuation, as it helps us know how to read the sentences.

For independent practice, write three sentences about your favorite animal. Use correct punctuation and spacing. After writing, read your sentences aloud to a partner, using your voice to express how your animal feels. This will help you practice reading with expression and improve your fluency.

• Reading without stopping
• Reading smoothly and accurately
• Reading very fast
• Reading only in silence

Answer: Reading smoothly and accurately

Reading fluency means being able to read text smoothly and accurately, not just quickly.

Answer: Expression helps convey the emotions and meaning of the text.

Using expression while reading helps listeners understand the feelings and intentions behind the words.

• .
• ,
• !
• ?

Answer: !

An exclamation mark (!) indicates excitement or strong emotion in a sentence.

Answer: The cat is sleeping on the mat.

This sentence uses correct punctuation and spacing, making it clear and easy to read.

• Pause briefly
• Stop completely
• Read faster
• Skip it

Answer: Pause briefly

A comma indicates a brief pause in reading, helping to separate ideas in a sentence.

Answer: Change your voice for different characters.

Changing your voice helps to convey the emotions of different characters in a story.

• Reading very slowly
• Reading with many mistakes
• Reading smoothly with few errors
• Reading without understanding

Answer: Reading smoothly with few errors

Good reading fluency means reading smoothly and accurately, with minimal mistakes.