Setswana First Additional Language - Term 1 - Week 7

Reading fluency is the ability to read smoothly and expressively. In this lesson, we will practice reading short texts together. I will model how to read with expression, emphasizing the importance of punctuation marks like commas and full stops. We will discuss how these marks help us understand how to pause and change our tone while reading.

Let’s read a short story together. The story is about a little bird that learns to fly. As I read, listen for the punctuation marks. I will read the first sentence: 'The little bird was scared.' Notice how I paused after 'scared' because of the full stop. Now, let’s read the next sentence together: 'But one day, it decided to try.' Pay attention to how I change my voice to show the bird's excitement.

Now, we will split into small groups. Each group will receive a short text. I want you to take turns reading the text aloud. Remember to pay attention to punctuation and express the emotions of the characters. After reading, discuss with your group what the story was about and how the characters felt. I will walk around to listen and help if needed.

For independent practice, I want you to write three sentences about your favorite animal. Make sure to use correct punctuation. For example, 'The lion is strong.' Remember to leave a space between each word. After you finish writing, you can illustrate your sentences with a drawing of your animal. Once you are done, we will share our sentences with the class.

• Reading without stopping
• Reading smoothly and expressively
• Reading only in silence
• Reading very quickly

Answer: Reading smoothly and expressively

Reading fluency involves not just speed, but also the ability to read with expression and understanding.

• Comma (,)
• Question mark (?)
• Exclamation mark (!)
• Full stop (.)

Answer: Full stop (.)

A full stop indicates the end of a sentence and tells the reader to pause.

Answer: By changing my voice.

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

• Read faster
• Pause briefly
• Skip the word
• Change the topic

Answer: Pause briefly

A comma indicates a short pause in the reading flow.

• One
• Two
• Three
• Four

Answer: Three

You are asked to write three sentences to practice your writing skills.

Answer: Use correct punctuation and spacing.

Correct punctuation and spacing are essential for clear writing.

• It helps you memorize the text.
• It improves your pronunciation.
• It makes reading boring.
• It takes longer to read.

Answer: It improves your pronunciation.

Reading aloud helps you practice and improve your pronunciation and fluency.