Tanzania Standard 1 Syllabus - Reading

This syllabus aims to develop foundational reading skills in Standard 1 students. The curriculum emphasizes building competencies in story-telling and mastering English language proficiency. The Tanzania Institute of Education (TIE) develops the curriculum, handbooks, and learning materials.

Curriculum

The Standard 1 Reading curriculum is based on the 2016 Basic Education Syllabus. It consists of twelve units designed to develop competencies in storytelling and English language proficiency. The curriculum focuses on Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic (3Rs) in both English and Kiswahili.

Textbooks

Several textbooks support the Standard 1 Reading curriculum. "Reading Standard One Pupil's Book One" published by TIE is a commonly used resource. Longhorn Publishers also provides textbooks for Standard 1 Reading. Additional reading materials and notes are available online.

Competencies

Standard 1 students are expected to develop specific reading competencies, including:

• Reading fluency
• Comprehension skills
• Storytelling abilities
• English language proficiency

These competencies are developed through various activities and assessments outlined in the syllabus and supporting materials.