Sepedi First Additional Language - Term 3 - Week 3

Reading fluency is the ability to read a text smoothly and accurately. It involves recognizing words quickly and understanding their meaning. In this lesson, we will focus on reading short texts in Sepedi to practice fluency. We will also discuss how to express emotions and meaning through our voice when reading aloud.

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 how I use my voice to show Thabo's excitement when he plays. Notice how I pause at punctuation marks like commas and full stops. After reading, we will discuss how Thabo feels during different parts of the story.

Now, it's your turn! In small groups, choose a short text from the provided selection. Each student will take turns reading a sentence aloud. Remember to use expression in your voice. After each group finishes, we will come together and share how we felt while reading. Did anyone feel excited, sad, or happy? Let's discuss!

For your independent practice, write three sentences about your favorite activity. Make sure to use correct punctuation at the end of each sentence. After writing, read your sentences aloud to a partner, focusing on fluency and expression. How can you make your sentences sound more interesting when you read them?

• The ability to read quickly without understanding
• The ability to read smoothly and accurately
• The ability to write stories
• The ability to memorize texts

Answer: The ability to read smoothly and accurately

Reading fluency involves reading with speed, accuracy, and proper expression.

Answer: Expression makes the reading more interesting and helps convey emotions.

Using expression helps the listener understand the feelings and meaning behind the words.

• Comma
• Question mark
• Full stop
• Exclamation mark

Answer: Full stop

A full stop is used to indicate the end of a declarative sentence.

• Pause briefly
• Stop reading
• Read faster
• Skip the comma

Answer: Pause briefly

A comma indicates a short pause in the reading flow.

Answer: By raising my voice or using an excited tone.

Using a lively tone can help express excitement in the text.

• It helps improve writing skills
• It makes reading boring
• It helps with memorization
• It improves listening skills

Answer: It improves listening skills

Reading aloud helps both the reader and listeners develop better listening and comprehension skills.

Answer: Read them aloud to a partner.

Reading aloud helps check for fluency and expression.