Sepedi Home Language - Term 1 - Week 7

Reading fluency is the ability to read a text smoothly and with expression. This week, we will focus on reading short stories in Sepedi. We will learn how to use our voices to show feelings and meaning in the text. For example, when a character is happy, we can read with a cheerful tone, and when they are sad, we can read softly.

Let's read a short story together. The story is about a boy named Thabo who finds a lost puppy. As we read, pay attention to how we can change our voices. For instance, when Thabo is excited about finding the puppy, we can read that part with excitement. After reading, we will discuss how Thabo felt at different points in the story.

Now, let's split into small groups. Each group will receive a different short text. As a group, practice reading your text aloud. Remember to use expression in your voices. After practicing, each group will present their text to the class. We will listen carefully and discuss how the characters felt and how we can express those feelings in our reading.

For independent practice, I want you to write three sentences about your favorite animal. Make sure to use correct punctuation at the end of each sentence. After writing, read your sentences aloud to a partner, using expression. This will help you practice both your writing and reading fluency.

• Reading quickly without understanding
• Reading smoothly and with expression
• Reading only in silence

Answer: Reading smoothly and with expression

Reading fluency involves being able to read a text smoothly while also conveying the emotions and meanings through voice.

• In a loud voice
• In a cheerful tone
• In a sad tone

Answer: In a cheerful tone

Using a cheerful tone helps convey the happiness of the character effectively.

Answer: Change your voice to match the character's feelings.

Changing your voice helps the listener understand the emotions of the characters.

• A capital letter
• A number
• Punctuation

Answer: Punctuation

Punctuation is essential to indicate the end of a sentence and to clarify meaning.

Answer: It helps improve fluency and expression.

Reading aloud allows you to practice how to read smoothly and expressively.

• Read it loudly
• Read it as a question
• Skip it

Answer: Read it as a question

A question mark indicates that the sentence is a question, which should be read with a questioning tone.

• Ignore it
• Ask questions about it
• Read it once and forget it

Answer: Ask questions about it

Asking questions helps clarify understanding and engages with the text more deeply.