Sesotho First Additional Language - Term 2 - Week 5

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 aloud, paying attention to expression and intonation. This helps convey the emotions and intentions behind the words, making our reading more engaging.

Let's read a short story together. The story is about a boy named Thabo who finds a hidden treasure in his backyard. As we read, I will demonstrate how to use expression in my voice. For example, when Thabo discovers the treasure, I will read that part with excitement. Pay attention to how I change my tone and pace to match the story's mood.

Now, let's split into small groups. Each group will receive a different short text. I want you to read your text aloud to each other, focusing on fluency and expression. After reading, discuss the main idea of your text and how the characters might feel. Remember to use punctuation to guide your reading, such as pausing at commas and emphasizing exclamation points.

For your independent practice, write five sentences about your favorite activity. Make sure to use correct punctuation, including full stops, commas, and question marks. After writing, read your sentences aloud to a partner, focusing on how punctuation affects your expression. This will help you understand the importance of punctuation in conveying meaning.

• The ability to read without mistakes
• The ability to read quickly
• The ability to read smoothly and with expression
• The ability to memorize texts

Answer: The ability to read smoothly and with expression

Reading fluency involves not just speed, but also the ability to read with expression and understanding.

Answer: Expression helps convey the emotions and meaning of the text.

Using expression makes the reading more engaging and helps the listener understand the story better.

• Full stop
• Comma
• Exclamation mark
• Question mark

Answer: Comma

A comma indicates a brief pause in reading, helping to clarify the meaning of sentences.

Answer: Practicing reading aloud regularly.

Regular practice helps build confidence and improves speed and expression in reading.

• Read it quietly
• Read it with excitement
• Skip it
• Read it faster

Answer: Read it with excitement

An exclamation mark indicates strong feelings, so it should be read with enthusiasm.

Answer: Punctuation can change how a sentence is understood, such as indicating a question or excitement.

Different punctuation marks guide the reader on how to interpret the sentence.

• The title of the text
• The most important point the author wants to convey
• The characters in the story
• The ending of the story

Answer: The most important point the author wants to convey