Setswana Home Language - Term 2 - Week 5

Reading fluency is the ability to read smoothly and with expression. Today, we will practice reading short stories in Setswana. We will focus on how to read with the right speed and emotion, making our reading more enjoyable and understandable. Good readers use punctuation to help them know when to pause and when to change their tone.

Let’s read a short story together. The story is about a boy named Thabo who loves to play outside. As we read, pay attention to the punctuation marks. For example, when we see a comma, we will take a short pause, and when we see a question mark, we will raise our voice slightly. After reading, we will discuss how Thabo feels during different parts of the story.

Now, I will divide you into small groups. Each group will receive a different short text. As a group, practice reading your text aloud. Remember to focus on your expression and use the punctuation marks to guide your reading. After practicing, each group will share their text with the class, and we will discuss the main ideas and feelings expressed in the stories.

For independent practice, I want you to write three sentences about your favorite activity. Make sure to use correct punctuation and spacing. After writing, read your sentences aloud to a partner. Pay attention to how you express your feelings about the activity. This will help you practice your reading fluency and expression.

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

Answer: Reading smoothly and with expression

Reading fluency means being able to read text smoothly and with the right expression, making it easier for others to understand.

Answer: Comma

A comma indicates a short pause in reading, helping to clarify the meaning of sentences.

• It makes the reading longer
• It helps the audience understand the feelings
• It makes the reader tired
• It is not important

Answer: It helps the audience understand the feelings

Using expression while reading helps convey emotions and makes the story more engaging for listeners.

Answer: Raise your voice slightly.

Raising your voice slightly at a question mark indicates that the sentence is asking something.

• One
• Two
• Three
• Four

Answer: Three

You should write three sentences to practice constructing sentences with correct punctuation.

Answer: Practice reading aloud regularly.

Regular practice helps improve reading speed and expression, leading to better fluency.

• Reading as fast as possible
• Ignoring punctuation
• Using punctuation to guide your reading
• Reading only the first sentence

Answer: Using punctuation to guide your reading