Fluency
Students should be able to read with speed and expression. The more students practice reading out loud, the stronger one's reading fluency becomes. Modelling proper speed and expression are key to helping with this. Stopping at periods and using expression at exclamation marks are important.
Tips for Improving Reading Fluency
1. Make Reading a Daily Habit
Keep practice short and consistent (10–15 minutes a day).
Pick a calm time when your child isn’t tired or frustrated.
2. Use Repeated Reading
Have your child read the same short passage 2–4 times.
You’ll notice it becomes smoother each time.
Celebrate improvement (“That sounded much smoother!”).
3. Read Aloud First
Model what fluent reading sounds like.
Then have your child try the same passage.
This helps them hear pacing and expression.
4. Try Echo Reading
You read one sentence → your child repeats it.
Great for building rhythm and confidence.
5. Read Together (Choral Reading)
Read at the same time as your child.
It reduces pressure and helps them stay on track.
6. Choose “Just Right” Books
Pick books that are:
Not too hard (few unknown words)
Interesting to your child
A good rule: if they struggle on too many words, it’s too difficult.
7. Practice Words
Fluency improves when common words are automatic.
Practice sight words with quick, fun activities (flashcards, games).
8. Encourage Expression
Help your child read with feeling:
Change voice for characters
Pause at punctuation
You can say: “Read it like you’re telling a story!”