Sepedi First Additional Language - Term 4 - Week 1

Reading fluency is the ability to read a text smoothly and with expression. Today, we will practice reading short stories in Sepedi. We will focus on how to read with the right speed and emotion to make the story come alive. I will read a short text first, and then we will discuss the feelings and actions of the characters.

Let's read a short story together. The story is about a boy named Thabo who finds a lost puppy. As I read, listen for how I change my voice when Thabo is happy or scared. After reading, we will talk about how Thabo felt in different parts of the story. For example, when he found the puppy, he was excited. How do you think he felt when he lost it?

Now, I will divide you into small groups. Each group will receive a different short text. Read your text together, taking turns. Pay attention to how you can use your voice to show emotions. After reading, discuss with your group how the characters felt and what happened in the story. Be ready to share your thoughts with the class.

For your independent practice, I want you to write three sentences about your favorite part of the story you read. Make sure to use correct punctuation and spacing. After writing, you will read your sentences aloud to a partner. This will help you practice your reading fluency and expression.

• Reading quickly without understanding
• Reading smoothly with expression
• Reading only in silence
• Reading only in your head

Answer: Reading smoothly with expression

Reading fluency involves reading a text smoothly and with the right expression to convey meaning.

Answer: Excited

Thabo felt excited when he found the lost puppy.

• It makes the story boring
• It helps the listener understand the feelings
• It makes reading faster
• It is not important at all

Answer: It helps the listener understand the feelings

Using expression helps convey the emotions of the characters, making the story more engaging.

Answer: Punctuation and emotion

When reading aloud, paying attention to punctuation and using emotion helps convey the story effectively.

• Read silently
• Take turns reading and discuss
• Only listen to one person
• Draw pictures

Answer: Take turns reading and discuss

In group reading, students take turns reading and discussing the text to enhance understanding.

Answer: Thabo felt sad when he lost the puppy.

This sentence shows Thabo's emotion clearly and uses correct structure.

• Speak very quietly
• Use a loud and cheerful voice
• Read without stopping
• Ignore the punctuation

Answer: Use a loud and cheerful voice

Using a loud and cheerful voice helps convey excitement in the story.