Fluency · B1 English Language

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B1.2.9.1.1 - Read short and simple sentences at good pace

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Read a short and simple sentence of 4 to 8 words at a steady, understandable pace without stopping at every word.
Group words into natural phrases when reading aloud a simple sentence.
Read a simple sentence with expression, matching their voice to the meaning of the words.
Read in small groups, taking turns and listening politely to others, while keeping a good reading pace.
Self-correct when they stumble on a word, then continue reading at a good pace.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Reading (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Fluency (2.9)
Content standard: B1.2.9.1 - Read texts with good speed, accuracy and expression
Indicator: B1.2.9.1.1 - Read short and simple sentences at good pace
Suggested placement: Term 2, Week 11 (Week 23 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: English Language Curriculum (Basic 1-3), 2019, p. 27
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

- Teacher models reading at a reasonable pace.
- Have learners read short and simple sentences at a reasonable pace.
- Let learners read in small groups.