isiNdebele First Additional Language - Term 4 - Week 1

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 practice reading short texts that are fun and engaging. We will also focus on how to express feelings and emotions through our reading, which makes the text come alive.

Let’s read a short story together: 'UThandiwe noSipho bahamba emgwaqweni. UThandiwe uhlezi emoyeni, kanti uSipho uyahleka.' As we read, pay attention to how we can change our voices to show how the characters feel. For example, when Sipho is laughing, we can read that part with a happy tone.

Now, I want you to pair up with a partner. Each of you will take turns reading the same short text. As you read, think about how you can use your voice to show different emotions. After reading, discuss with your partner how the characters might be feeling and why. This will help you understand the text better.

For your independent practice, 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 friend or family member, using expression to show how you feel about the animal. This will help you practice both writing and reading fluently.

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

Answer: Reading with expression and understanding

Reading fluency involves not just speed, but also the ability to express emotions and understand the text.

Answer: It makes the story more interesting and helps the listener understand the feelings of the characters.

Using expression helps convey the emotions of the characters, making the reading more engaging.

• UThandiwe uhlezi emoyeni
• uthandiwe uhlezi emoyeni.
• uthandiwe Uhlezi emoyeni
• Uthandiwe uhlezi emoyeni,

Answer: UThandiwe uhlezi emoyeni.

The correct sentence starts with a capital letter and ends with a period.

Answer: My favorite food is pizza.

This sentence is clear and uses correct punctuation.

• Read the sentence loudly
• Pause and change your tone
• Skip the sentence
• Read it as a statement

Answer: Pause and change your tone

A question mark indicates that the sentence is a question, so you should adjust your tone accordingly.

Answer: Practice reading aloud every day.

Regular practice helps improve speed and expression in reading.

• Question mark
• Exclamation mark
• Comma
• Period

Answer: Period

A period is used to indicate the end of a statement.