Setswana Home Language - Term 1 - Week 7

Reading fluency is the ability to read a text smoothly and with expression. This week, we will focus on reading short stories in Setswana. We will discuss how to use our voices to show different emotions while reading. For example, when a character is happy, we can read with a cheerful tone, and when they are sad, we can use a softer voice.

Let's read a short story together. The story is about a boy named Thabo who finds a lost puppy. As we read, pay attention to how we can change our voices. For instance, when Thabo is excited to find the puppy, we can read that part with a loud and joyful voice. After reading, we will discuss how Thabo felt at different points in the story.

Now, we will 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 practicing, each group will present their story to the class. Focus on how you can convey the emotions of the characters through your voice.

For independent practice, I want you to write three sentences about your favorite animal. Make sure to use correct punctuation at the end of each sentence. After writing, read your sentences aloud to a partner, using expression to show how you feel about your animal. This will help you practice both writing and reading fluently.

• Reading slowly and carefully
• Reading with expression and smoothness
• Reading only in silence
• Reading without understanding

Answer: Reading with expression and smoothness

Reading fluency involves reading a text smoothly and with the right expression.

• A loud and cheerful tone
• A soft and sad tone
• A quiet and serious tone
• A fast and angry tone

Answer: A loud and cheerful tone

A happy character should be read with a joyful and lively tone.

Answer: By changing the tone of my voice.

Changing the tone of your voice helps convey the emotions of the characters.

• Leave it blank
• Use a period, question mark, or exclamation mark
• Add more words
• Skip to the next line

Answer: Use a period, question mark, or exclamation mark

Punctuation marks are important to show the end of a sentence.

Answer: It makes the story more interesting and helps others understand the feelings.

Reading with expression engages the listener and conveys the emotions of the story.

• Writing a letter
• Reading a short story in groups
• Drawing pictures
• Playing a game

Answer: Reading a short story in groups

We practiced reading short stories in groups to improve our fluency and expression.

Answer: I wrote sentences about my favorite animal.

Writing about a favorite animal helps practice sentence structure and punctuation.