According to carnegielearning.com reading aloud has several advantages: It builds vocabulary, it improves comprehension & active listening, it reduces stress, it strengthens fluency and can improve working memory.
At DSS, reading aloud is encouraged. World Reading Aloud day on 5 February saw the Intermediate Phase learners reading aloud to the Foundation Phase learners. A profitable and enjoyable oral exercise.
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