Sesotho Home Language - Term 2 - Week 5

Reading fluency is the ability to read smoothly and accurately. In this lesson, we will focus on reading short texts in Sesotho. We will learn how to express feelings and emotions through our voices while reading. This will help us understand the text better and make our reading more enjoyable.

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 we can change our voices to show Thabo's excitement when he plays and his sadness when it rains. For example, when Thabo is happy, we can read with a cheerful tone, and when he is sad, we can read softly.

Now, let's split into small groups. Each group will receive a different short text. As a group, practice reading your text aloud. Remember to use expression! After reading, discuss with your group how the characters might feel in different parts of the story. How can you show those feelings in your voice?

For independent practice, write three sentences about your favorite activity. Make sure to use correct punctuation and spacing. After writing, read your sentences aloud to a partner, using expression to show how much you enjoy that activity. This will help you practice both writing and reading fluently.

• Reading with speed only
• Reading smoothly and accurately
• Reading without understanding

Answer: Reading smoothly and accurately

Reading fluency involves both speed and accuracy, allowing readers to understand the text better.

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

Using expression in reading allows listeners to feel the emotions of the characters and understand the story better.

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• !

Answer: !

An exclamation mark indicates excitement or strong emotion in writing.

Answer: By reading softly or slowly.

Reading softly or slowly can convey a sense of sadness to the listener.

• Keep it to yourself
• Discuss feelings and characters
• Ignore the text

Answer: Discuss feelings and characters

Discussing helps deepen understanding and allows for sharing different perspectives.

Answer: Practice reading aloud regularly.

Regular practice helps improve speed and accuracy in reading.

• Reading quickly
• Reading with expression
• Reading silently

Answer: Reading silently

Reading fluency focuses on reading aloud with speed and expression, not silently.

Answer: Correct punctuation and spacing.