Sometimes learners will make some errors when reading. It is important that they be fluent readers of the stories as they progress through the program.

Try the following steps to help build fluency

1. Read one of the earlier Sprout Stories together. Start by reading a sentence, then have the learner re-read the same sentence after you. Model appropriate pace and intonation for each sentence in the story.
   
   
2. Repeat with the same story, this time with the learner reading first. Continue alternating, each reading the same sentence.
   
   
   • If the learner stumbles on a word, correct it, then have the learner start the sentence again.
     
     
   • If there is a particular word that you know the learner has difficulty reading, review it before the learner reads the sentence.
     
     
3. End with the learner reading the entire story aloud. Praise all success.