Tshivenda First Additional Language - Term 4 - Week 1

Reading fluency is the ability to read smoothly and with expression. It is important because it helps us understand what we read. Today, we will practice reading short texts together. I will model how to read with expression, and then you will have a chance to practice. Remember, reading with expression means using your voice to show feelings and meaning.

Let's look at a short text together: 'The sun is shining brightly. The birds are singing.' I will read it first. Listen to how I change my voice for different parts. Now, I will read it again, and I want you to notice how I pause at the punctuation marks. After I read, we will discuss how the sun and birds make us feel.

Now, let's read a new text together. The text is: 'The cat is sleeping. It dreams of chasing a mouse.' I will read it first, and then we will read it together. Pay attention to the punctuation. After reading, I will ask you to share how the cat might feel in its dream. This will help us practice speaking about what we read.

For your independent practice, I want you to write three sentences about your favorite animal. Remember to use correct punctuation at the end of each sentence. After you write, read your sentences to a partner and practice reading them with expression. This will help you become more fluent in your reading.

• 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 text smoothly and with the right expression, which helps in understanding.

• It makes writing look pretty
• It helps us know when to pause
• It is not important

Answer: It helps us know when to pause

Punctuation indicates pauses and helps clarify the meaning of sentences.

Answer: Changing your voice for different feelings.

Using different tones and volumes can convey emotions and meanings in reading.

• Keep reading without stopping
• Pause before starting the next sentence
• Read faster

Answer: Pause before starting the next sentence

A period indicates the end of a sentence, so you should pause before continuing.

Answer: My favorite animal is a dog.

This sentence is simple and clear, demonstrating correct sentence structure.

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

Answer: By reading aloud to someone

Reading aloud helps improve fluency and allows for expression.

Answer: I feel happy.

Your feelings about the story show your understanding of the text.