Sesotho First Additional Language - Term 1 - Week 7

Reading fluency is the ability to read text smoothly and accurately. In this lesson, we will practice reading short stories in Sesotho. We will focus on how to read with expression, which means using our voices to show feelings and meanings in the text. For example, when a character is happy, we can read with a cheerful tone, and when they are sad, we can use a softer voice.

Let's read a short story together. The story is about a little bird that learns to fly. As we read, pay attention to how I change my voice. When the bird is excited, I will read with a lively tone. When it is scared, I will read softly. After reading, we will discuss how the bird felt at different parts of the story.

Now, I will divide you into small groups. Each group will receive a short text to read. As you read, practice using different voices for the characters. After your group finishes reading, you will share your favorite part with the class and explain how you expressed the emotions of the characters.

For your 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 to show how you feel about your animal.

• Reading slowly and carefully
• Reading smoothly and accurately
• Reading without understanding

Answer: Reading smoothly and accurately

Reading fluency means being able to read text smoothly and with accuracy, making it easier to understand.

• It makes reading boring
• It helps convey emotions and meanings
• It is not important

Answer: It helps convey emotions and meanings

Using expression while reading helps the listener understand the feelings and intentions of the characters.

Answer: By using a cheerful tone.

A cheerful tone indicates happiness and engages the listener.

• Leave it blank
• Put a period, question mark, or exclamation mark
• Start a new sentence

Answer: Put a period, question mark, or exclamation mark

Punctuation marks are necessary to indicate the end of a sentence.

Answer: Sadness.

Expressing sadness can be done by using a softer voice while reading.

• By reading aloud to someone
• By reading silently
• By not reading at all

Answer: By reading aloud to someone

Reading aloud helps improve fluency and allows for practice with expression.

Answer: My favorite food is pizza!

This sentence uses an exclamation mark to show excitement.