Sepedi First Additional Language - Term 1 - Week 7

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, paying attention to how we express ourselves through tone and pace. Good readers use expression to convey emotions and meaning, making the text more engaging for listeners.

Let's read a short story together. The story is about a boy named Thabo who finds a lost puppy. As we read, I will demonstrate how to change my voice to show Thabo's excitement when he finds the puppy and his sadness when he thinks it is lost. Notice how my tone changes with the emotions in the story. After reading, we will discuss how different expressions can change the meaning of the text.

Now, I want you to pair up with a partner. Each of you will take turns reading a short paragraph from the story. As you read, focus on using expression in your voice. After each reading, discuss with your partner how the expression changed the meaning of the text. Did it make the story more interesting? Why or why not? Remember to pay attention to punctuation, as it helps guide your expression.

For your 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 yourself, focusing on how you can use expression to make your reading exciting. You can also share your sentences with a classmate and practice reading them with expression.

• The ability to read quickly without understanding
• The ability to read smoothly and understand the text
• The ability to memorize words
• The ability to write stories

Answer: The ability to read smoothly and understand the text

Reading fluency involves both speed and comprehension, allowing readers to engage with the text fully.

• It makes the reader sound smart
• It helps convey emotions and meaning
• It allows the reader to skip words
• It is not important

Answer: It helps convey emotions and meaning

Expression adds depth to reading, making it more engaging and understandable for listeners.

Answer: By raising my voice or changing my tone.

Changing your tone or volume can effectively convey excitement in reading.

• The number of words
• Punctuation and expression
• The length of the text
• The speed of reading

Answer: Punctuation and expression

Punctuation guides how we read and express ourselves, making the text clearer.

Answer: I learned to use correct punctuation at the end of my sentences.

Punctuation is essential for clarity and helps the reader understand the intended meaning.

• .
• !
• ?
• ,

Answer: ?

A question mark is used at the end of a sentence that asks a question.

• Throw them away
• Read them aloud with expression