🎯 Objective
You will practice reading fluently by focusing on pronunciation, rhythm, and smooth speech. Poetry has a natural flow, so pay attention to pauses, emotions, and the way words sound together.
📖 Key Vocabulary:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Drizzle | Light, gentle rain. |
| Ripple | A small wave or movement on water. |
| Melody | A musical sequence of sounds. |
| Glistening | Shining or sparkling, often due to wetness. |
🌧️ The Rhythm of the Rain
Soft patters drum on windowpanes,
A silver dance in misty lanes.
Drizzle hums a quiet tune,
A whispered song beneath the moon.
Ripples leap in puddles deep,
Echoes murmur where waters creep.
Glistening streets reflect the light,
A symphony woven through the night.
Listen close—the sky's refrain,
A melody called the rhythm of rain.
📝 Writing Question:
Describe your favorite type of weather in 4–5 sentences. How does it make you feel? What do you like to do when the weather is like that?
💡 Tips and Helpful Links
For Reading Fluency:
- Read with Expression: Poetry has rhythm—try to follow the natural pauses.
- Emphasize Sounds: Words like drum, whisper, ripple create mood—let them stand out!
- Practice Reading Aloud: Feel the rhythm in your voice and try different speeds.
📌 Helpful Link:
How to Read Poetry Fluently
For Writing:
- Use Vivid Words: Describe how the weather looks, feels, and sounds.
- Show Your Feelings: Does it make you happy, peaceful, or energetic?
- Use Comparisons: “The snow is soft like a blanket” makes writing more vivid!
📌 Helpful Link:
Weather Descriptions in Writing