Setswana Home Language - Term 1 - Week 7

Reading fluency is the ability to read smoothly and accurately. In this lesson, we will practice reading short texts together. I will demonstrate how to read with expression, using different tones for different characters or emotions. This helps us understand the story better and makes reading more enjoyable.

Let's read a short story together titled 'The Happy Dog'. I will read the first paragraph aloud. Notice how I change my voice when the dog is excited and when he is sad. After reading, we will discuss how the dog's feelings change throughout the story. This will help us practice reading with expression.

Now, I will divide you into small groups. Each group will receive a different short text. As a group, practice reading your text aloud. Pay attention to punctuation marks like commas and exclamation points, as they will guide your expression. After practicing, each group will present their text to the class, showing how they read with feeling.

For independent practice, I want you to write three sentences about your favorite animal. Use correct punctuation and spacing. After writing, read your sentences aloud to a partner, using different expressions to show how your animal feels. This will help you connect your writing with reading fluency.

• Reading quickly without understanding
• Reading smoothly and accurately
• Reading only in silence

Answer: Reading smoothly and accurately

Reading fluency means being able to read text smoothly and accurately, which helps with comprehension.

Answer: It helps us understand the story better and makes reading more enjoyable.

Reading with expression adds emotion to the text, which enhances understanding and enjoyment.

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• ,
• !

Answer: !

An exclamation mark indicates excitement or strong feelings in a sentence.

Answer: By using a soft voice or slowing down my reading.

Changing the tone of voice can help convey the character's emotions effectively.

• The number of words
• Punctuation marks
• The length of the text

Answer: Punctuation marks

Punctuation marks guide how we read, including pauses and expression.

Answer: My favorite animal is a cat!

Using correct punctuation, like an exclamation mark, adds excitement to the sentence.

• You can read faster than alone
• You can hear different expressions
• You don’t have to read at all

Answer: You can hear different expressions

Reading in a group allows you to hear how others express the text, enhancing your own reading skills.