Foundational Literacy & Numeracy (FLN)
Aims, Objectives, Targets and Assessment Rubric
Teacher Workshop Resource
FLN Aim
The main aim of FLN is to ensure that every child achieves Foundational Literacy and Numeracy by Grade 3. Students should be able to read with understanding, express ideas clearly, and solve basic mathematical problems.
Learning Objectives
Reading Skills
- Read simple sentences
- Recognize common words
- Read short paragraphs
Speaking Skills
- Express ideas clearly
- Participate in discussions
- Describe pictures or events
Writing Skills
- Write simple words
- Write short sentences
- Answer simple questions
Thinking Skills
- Observe surroundings
- Ask questions
- Connect learning with real life
FLN Learning Targets
- Students read 30–40 words per minute.
- Students understand short paragraphs.
- Students write simple sentences independently.
- Students speak 2–3 sentences about the topic.
- Students answer simple comprehension questions.
FLN Assessment Rubric
| Learning Area | Advanced | Proficient | Developing | Beginning |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | Reads fluently with understanding | Reads simple sentences | Reads slowly with help | Unable to read most words |
| Comprehension | Answers all questions | Answers most questions | Answers few questions | Cannot answer questions |
| Speaking | Speaks confidently | Speaks simple sentences | Speaks few words | Hesitates to speak |
| Writing | Writes sentences independently | Writes simple sentences | Writes with help | Unable to write |
| Participation | Active participation | Participates sometimes | Limited participation | No participation |
Suggested Classroom Activities
Reading Activity
Students read a short paragraph aloud and discuss its meaning.
Picture Talk
Students observe a picture and describe what they see.
Question Time
Teacher asks simple comprehension questions from the lesson.
Short Writing
Students write 2–3 sentences related to the lesson topic.
Teacher Observation Checklist
- Can the child read simple sentences?
- Can the child understand the lesson?
- Can the child speak about the topic?
- Can the child write simple words or sentences?
- Does the child participate in activities?