Sesotho Home 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 focus on reading short texts aloud, paying attention to expression and punctuation. Good readers use their voice to convey emotions and meaning, making the text come alive.

Let's read the following short text together: 'Mokhantšo o ne a le monate. O ne a etela metse e fapaneng, a fa bana libuka.' Notice how punctuation marks like commas and full stops help us understand where to pause and how to express feelings. When we read this text, we should use a cheerful tone to reflect the happiness of Mokhantšo.

Now, let's divide into small groups. Each group will take turns reading the same text aloud. Pay attention to your classmates' expressions and how they use punctuation. After reading, discuss how the tone of voice changes the meaning of the text. How does reading with expression make the story more interesting?

For independent practice, write five sentences about your favorite animal. Make sure to use correct punctuation marks. After writing, read your sentences aloud to a partner, focusing on expression. Discuss how punctuation affects the way you read your sentences.

• The ability to read quickly without understanding
• The ability to read smoothly and accurately
• The ability to memorize texts
• The ability to write stories

Answer: The ability to read smoothly and accurately

Reading fluency involves reading a text with speed and accuracy while understanding its meaning.

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

Using expression while reading helps listeners understand the feelings and intentions behind the words.

• Full stop
• Comma
• Question mark
• Exclamation mark

Answer: Comma

A comma is used to indicate a brief pause in a sentence, helping to clarify meaning.

Answer: My favorite food is pizza!

The sentence includes a subject, a verb, and ends with an exclamation mark to show excitement.

• Only the words
• Punctuation and expression
• The length of the text
• The number of pages

Answer: Punctuation and expression

Punctuation and expression are crucial for conveying the correct meaning and emotion in reading.

Answer: Practice reading aloud regularly.

Regular practice helps increase speed and accuracy in reading, which improves fluency.

• Read without stopping
• Use different voices and expressions
• Skip difficult words
• Read only in silence

Answer: Use different voices and expressions