Social Studies and Personal Development

Self-Exploration - Personal abilities and interests for holistic development

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explore personal abilities and interests for self-improvement
- Draw and fill personal abilities and interests in a table
- Value the importance of identifying personal abilities and interests

- Learners to think of their personal abilities and interests
- Draw and fill their personal abilities and interests in a table
- Write responses on how these personal abilities and interests can be exploited for holistic development
- Share findings with classmates
- Read dialogue between Grade 7 learners on personal abilities and interests for holistic development

How can personal abilities and interests influence career choices?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 1
- Digital resources
- Print materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Social Studies and Personal Development

Self-Exploration - Developing personal values for a steady personality
Self-Exploration - Managing emotions in day-to-day life
Self-Exploration - Personal awareness in day-to-day life

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify personal values that contribute to a steady personality
- Explain how personal values help in developing a steady personality
- Appreciate the importance of personal values in daily life

- Learners to study a profile of a student with personal values and principles
- Discuss personal values and principles
- Develop own profile with personal values that can help them develop a steady personality
- Use digital or print resources to research on personal principles

How do personal values contribute to a steady personality?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 2
- Digital resources
- Print materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 3
- Chart papers
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 4

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Social Studies and Personal Development

Entrepreneurial Opportunities in Social Studies - Entrepreneurial opportunities that match our personality
Entrepreneurial Opportunities in Social Studies - Categories of entrepreneurial opportunities
Entrepreneurial Opportunities in Social Studies - Requirements for social entrepreneurial opportunities

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify entrepreneurial opportunities that exist in society
- Examine entrepreneurial opportunities related to Social Studies
- Appreciate entrepreneurial opportunities in Social Studies

- Learners to discuss entrepreneurial opportunities that exist in their area or society
- Identify which entrepreneurial opportunities are related to Social Studies
- Create a chart of entrepreneurial opportunities for Social Studies in society
- Copy a chart and answer questions about entrepreneurial opportunities
- Research on entrepreneurial opportunities to fill gaps in society

Which entrepreneurial opportunities exist in society?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 6
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Chart papers
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 7
- Locally available materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 8
- Resource person

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Social Studies and Personal Development
People, Population and Relationships

Entrepreneurial Opportunities in Social Studies - Appreciating entrepreneurial opportunities
Human Origin - Traditional stories of human origin from African communities

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Align personal talents and abilities with available entrepreneurial opportunities
- Apply personal talents and abilities for self-fulfillment in entrepreneurial opportunities
- Appreciate one's personal talents and abilities in entrepreneurial opportunities

- Learners to identify and share personal talents and abilities
- Match entrepreneurial opportunities with personal talents and abilities
- Study a bar graph and pie chart showing alignment of personal talents and abilities with available entrepreneurial opportunities
- Study a table prepared by a Grade 7 learner regarding entrepreneurial opportunity
- Discuss how identifying unique talents and abilities contributes to success in chosen entrepreneurial field

How can personal talents and abilities be aligned with entrepreneurial opportunities?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 9
- Digital resources
- Chart papers
- Print materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 12

- Observation - Oral questions - Project work

People, Population and Relationships

Human Origin - Religious stories about the origin of humankind
Human Origin - Common aspects in traditional and religious stories

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain religious stories about the origin of humankind
- Research on religious stories about human origin
- Acknowledge religious stories about the origin of humankind

- Learners to use digital or relevant print resources such as the Bible, Shruti(Heard) or Quran to research on the religious stories about human origin
- Write down findings including the Bible, Shruti(Heard) or Quran chapters
- Read and discuss a conversation between a teacher, expert and learners about religious stories of human origin
- Identify similarities and differences between different religious stories of human origin

What similarities and differences exist among religious stories of human origin?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 13
- Digital resources
- Religious texts (Bible, Quran, etc.)
- Print materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 14
- Chart papers

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

People, Population and Relationships

Human Origin - Recording traditional stories of human origin

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Discuss ways of recording traditional stories about human origin
- Compose a song to acknowledge religious and traditional stories of human origin
- Value the significance of recording traditional stories about human origin

- Learners to compose songs to acknowledge religious and traditional stories of human origin
- Rehearse the song in class
- Present the song during school events
- Read a poem about human origin stories
- Identify ways people used to record traditional stories of humankind
- Discuss various ways used to record information on human origin

Why is it important to record traditional stories about human origin?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 15
- Digital resources
- Print materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Performance assessment

People, Population and Relationships

Human Origin - Effects of traditional and religious stories

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explore effects of traditional and religious stories on human origin
- Write an essay on traditional and religious stories of human origin
- Acknowledge the various stories of human origin for self-identity

- Learners to write essays on traditional and religious stories of human origin
- Read out essays in class
- Use relevant reference material or digital devices to find out the effects of traditional and religious stories on human origin
- Discuss the effects of traditional and religious stories on human origin
- Create songs on religious and traditional stories of human origin

How do traditional and religious stories of human origin affect our self-identity?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 16
- Digital resources
- Print materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

People, Population and Relationships

Early Civilization - Factors that led to the growth of ancient Egypt
Early Civilization - Factors that led to the growth of Great Zimbabwe

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify factors that led to the growth of ancient Egypt
- Discuss factors that led to the growth of ancient Egypt
- Appreciate the significance of factors that led to the growth of ancient Egypt

- Learners to use digital or print resources to find out the factors that led to the growth of ancient Egypt
- Look at pictures showing factors that led to the growth of ancient Egypt
- Discuss what is shown in each picture
- Research on other factors that led to the growth of ancient Egypt
- Write down findings and share with classmates

How did ancient Egyptian civilization develop?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 18
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Pictures
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 19
- Chart papers

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

People, Population and Relationships

Early Civilization - Factors that led to the growth of the Kingdom of Kongo

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Locate the Kingdom of Kongo on a map
- Analyze factors that led to the growth of the Kingdom of Kongo
- Value the factors that led to the growth of the Kingdom of Kongo

- Learners to hold a group discussion on factors that contributed to the growth of the Kingdom of Kongo
- Write a report on the discussion
- Read a newspaper extract on the development of the Kingdom of Kongo
- Discuss how the factors highlighted in the newspaper led to the growth of the Kingdom of Kongo
- Identify other factors that led to the growth of the Kingdom of Kongo

How did the Kingdom of Kongo develop and grow?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 20
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Maps

- Observation - Oral questions - Written reports

People, Population and Relationships

Early Civilization - Locating ancient kingdoms on a map of Africa
Early Civilization - Contribution of ancient kingdoms to modern world

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Locate ancient Egypt, Great Zimbabwe and the Kingdom of Kongo on a map of Africa
- Draw a map showing the location of ancient kingdoms in Africa
- Appreciate the geographical distribution of ancient kingdoms in Africa

- Learners to study a map showing ancient kingdoms in Africa
- Identify the location of ancient Egypt, Great Zimbabwe and the Kingdom of Kongo
- Use digital or print media to find out the location of these ancient kingdoms
- Draw a map of Africa on Manila paper or other locally available material
- Indicate the position of ancient Egypt, Great Zimbabwe and the Kingdom of Kongo on the map
- Color the three kingdoms using different colors
- Display the maps in the Social Studies corner

Where were the major ancient African kingdoms located?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 21
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Manila papers
- Map of Africa
- Coloring materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 22
- Chart papers

- Observation - Project work - Oral questions

People, Population and Relationships

Slavery and Servitude - Forms of slavery and servitude in traditional African society

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Define slavery and servitude
- Identify various forms of slavery and servitude in traditional African society
- Show empathy for those who suffered from slavery and servitude

- Learners to talk to friends about the meaning of slavery and servitude
- Use digital or print resources to research on various forms of slavery and servitude in traditional African and contemporary society
- Read statements and choose correct words that fit the statements relating to forms of slavery and servitude
- Identify and discuss other forms of slavery and servitude in traditional African and contemporary society

Why has slavery and servitude existed for thousands of years?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 25
- Digital resources
- Print materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

People, Population and Relationships

Slavery and Servitude - Factors which led to development of Indian Ocean slave trade
Slavery and Servitude - Geographical extent of Indian Ocean slave trade

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Examine factors which led to development of Indian Ocean slave trade
- Discuss the organization of the Indian Ocean slave trade
- Exhibit empathy for various social injustices committed on Africans during the Indian Ocean slave trade

- Learners to read a dialogue between Grade 7 learners on factors which led to development of Indian Ocean slave trade
- Identify the factors from the dialogue
- Discuss other factors that led to the development of the Indian Ocean slave trade
- Watch a video clip on factors which led to development of Indian Ocean slave trade
- Research on the organization of the Indian Ocean Slave trade

What factors led to the development of the Indian Ocean slave trade?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 26
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Video clips
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 27
- Manila papers
- Coloring materials
- Maps

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

People, Population and Relationships

Slavery and Servitude - Promoting human dignity

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Discuss ways of promoting human dignity for a just and peaceful world
- Develop slogans on ways of promoting human dignity
- Desire to promote human dignity for a just and peaceful world

- Learners to discuss how various ways promote human dignity for a just and peaceful world
- Read and discuss slogans on ways of promoting human dignity for a just and peaceful world
- Develop own slogans on ways of promoting human dignity for a just and peaceful world
- Share slogans with the rest of the class

How can we promote human dignity for a just and peaceful world?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 28
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Chart papers

- Observation - Oral questions - Creative work assessment

People, Population and Relationships

Socio-economic organisation of selected African Communities up to 1900 - Locating selected African communities
Socio-economic organisation of selected African Communities up to 1900 - Social and economic activities

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify selected African communities (The Ogiek, Zulu, Asante)
- Locate on a map of Africa the areas settled by the selected African communities
- Appreciate the geographical distribution of the selected African communities

- Learners to draw a map of Africa and indicate the areas settled by the selected African communities (The Ogiek, Zulu, Asante)
- Use print or digital devices to research on the areas settled by the selected African communities
- Locate the selected African communities on a map of Africa
- Present their maps to the class

Where were the Ogiek, Zulu, and Asante communities located in Africa?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 29
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Maps
- Drawing materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 30

- Observation - Project work - Oral questions

People, Population and Relationships

Socio-economic organisation of selected African Communities up to 1900 - Comparing socio-economic organisations

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Compare the socio-economic organisations of the selected African communities up to 1900
- Debate on differences and similarities in socio-economic organisation of the selected communities
- Desire to apply effective communication to promote positive social interactions

- Learners to debate on the differences and similarities in socio-economic organisation of the selected African communities up to 1900
- Create a comparison chart showing similarities and differences in socio-economic organisation
- Interact with learners from other communities and share on socio-economic organisation in the locality
- Present their findings to the class

How can we promote positive interactions among communities?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 30
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Chart papers

- Observation - Oral questions - Debate assessment

People, Population and Relationships

Socio-economic organisation of selected African Communities up to 1900 - Cultural practices
Origin of Money - Comparison between barter trade and currency trade

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify cultural practices of the selected African communities
- Discuss the cultural practices of the selected African communities
- Appreciate the cultural diversity of selected African communities

- Learners to research on cultural practices of the Ogiek, Zulu and Asante communities
- Create a chart showing the cultural practices of each community
- Present their findings to the class
- Discuss the importance of preserving cultural practices
- Role play some of the cultural practices of the selected communities

Why is it important to preserve cultural practices of different communities?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 31
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Chart papers
- Currency samples/images

- Observation - Oral questions - Role play assessment

People, Population and Relationships

Origin of Money - Role-playing barter and currency trade

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Demonstrate understanding of barter and currency trade through role play
- Identify advantages and challenges of both trade systems
- Value the significance of currency in modern trade

- Learners to divide into groups
- Role-play on barter trade and currency trade in an African village market
- Take turns to role-play in class with other groups providing constructive criticism
- Write down key points learned from the role-play
- Discuss the advantages and challenges of both trade systems

What are the practical differences between barter and currency trade?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 32
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Props for role play

- Observation - Performance assessment - Oral questions

People, Population and Relationships

Origin of Money - Factors that led to introduction of money in Africa
Origin of Money - Impact of introduction of money in Africa

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Examine the transformation brought by introduction of money in Africa
- Explain factors that led to introduction of money in Africa
- Recognize the importance of money in trade development

- Learners to study images showing factors that led to introduction of money in Africa
- Discuss how these factors led to introduction of money
- Read a conversation between a resource person and Grade 7 learners on factors that led to introduction of money in Africa
- Identify the factors from the conversation
- Research on other factors that led to introduction of money in Africa

What factors necessitated the introduction of money in Africa?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 33
- Digital resources
- Print materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 34

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

People, Population and Relationships

Human Diversity and interpersonal relationships - Factors determining human diversity

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Define human diversity
- Identify factors that determine human diversity in society
- Appreciate human diversity in society

- Learners to use a dictionary or reference material to find out the meaning of human diversity
- Discuss how human diversity influences relationships among people
- Study a picture and identify human diversities shown
- Research factors that determine human diversity in society
- Complete a personal journal identifying personal characteristics

How do varied personalities shape society?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 40
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Dictionary

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

People, Population and Relationships

Human Diversity and interpersonal relationships - Interpersonal skills

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify interpersonal skills that enhance healthy interactions
- Analyze life skills that promote healthy relationships
- Value interpersonal skills that enhance healthy interactions

- Learners to listen to a resource person talk about interpersonal skills that enhance healthy interactions in a multicultural society
- Use digital devices or print media to read about negotiation skills and other interpersonal skills
- Create a table categorizing skills that enhance or hinder healthy interactions
- Make a poster displaying interpersonal skills with brief descriptions

Why is respect and appreciation of diversity crucial for social cohesion?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 41
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Resource person
- Chart papers

- Observation - Oral questions - Project work

People, Population and Relationships

Human Diversity and interpersonal relationships - Desirable and undesirable personality attributes
Human Diversity and interpersonal relationships - Benefits of healthy relationships

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Categorize desirable and undesirable personality attributes
- Match personality attributes with correct descriptions
- Develop positive personality attributes

- Learners to use digital device or print media to read on desirable and undesirable personal attributes
- Listen to a conversation and identify personality attributes mentioned
- Read a poem on personal attributes and identify desirable and undesirable ones
- Match personality attributes with their correct descriptions
- Design a poster showing desirable and undesirable personal attributes

How do personality attributes affect interactions in society?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 42
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Chart papers
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 44

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

People, Population and Relationships

Human Diversity and interpersonal relationships - Promoting inclusion and diversity

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Discuss ways to promote inclusion and diversity
- Create messages that promote inclusion and diversity
- Show respect for diversity in society

- Learners to sing a song about interpersonal skills and cultural harmony
- Recite a poem on respect and diversity
- Discuss ways to show inclusion and respect to people who are different
- Create posters with messages promoting inclusion and diversity
- Compose poems or songs celebrating diversity

How can we promote inclusion and respect for diversity in our society?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 45
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Chart papers

- Observation - Oral questions - Creative work assessment

People, Population and Relationships

Peace and conflict resolution - Qualities of a peaceful person
Peace and conflict resolution - Factors promoting peaceful coexistence

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify qualities of a peaceful person in the community
- Discuss qualities of a peaceful person
- Value the importance of being a peaceful person

- Learners to use relevant reference materials or digital devices to search on qualities of a peaceful person
- Outline qualities of a peaceful person in the community
- Read flashcards with qualities of a peaceful person
- Read a conversation about qualities of a peaceful person
- Inquire from parents/guardians on qualities of a peaceful person

What qualities make someone a peaceful person?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 53
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Flashcards
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 54
- Resource person
- Chart papers

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

People, Population and Relationships

Peace and conflict resolution - Peaceful conflict resolution process

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify steps in peaceful conflict resolution process
- Apply steps in peaceful conflict resolution in day-to-day life
- Value the importance of peaceful conflict resolution

- Learners to study a chart showing peaceful conflict resolution process
- Write down the steps of peaceful conflict resolution process
- Research more about peaceful conflict resolution process
- Create a chart on peaceful conflict resolution process
- Role-play conflict resolution scenarios

How can I manage stress and emotion to promote inner peace?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 55
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Chart papers

- Observation - Role play assessment - Written assignments

People, Population and Relationships

Peace and conflict resolution - Resolving conflicts in everyday situations
Peace and conflict resolution - Importance of peaceful coexistence

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Demonstrate peaceful conflict resolution in everyday situations
- Explain the process of resolving conflicts
- Show commitment to resolving conflicts peacefully

- Learners to practice resolving conflicts between friends arguing over ownership of a textbook
- Explain and assess the process followed in resolving the conflict
- Help resolve a disagreement between two learners over a burst ball
- Role-play the conflict resolution process
- Present the play to the class

What steps should be followed when resolving conflicts?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 56
- Digital resources
- Print materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 57

- Observation - Performance assessment - Oral questions

People, Population and Relationships
Community Service Learning

Peace and conflict resolution - Managing stress and emotions
Community Service Learning Project - Key terms used in community service learning

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify ways to manage stress and emotions
- Demonstrate techniques for managing stress and emotions
- Value the importance of emotional management for inner peace

- Learners to discuss various sources of stress and emotional challenges
- Research techniques for managing stress and emotions
- Practice relaxation techniques such as deep breathing and positive self-talk
- Create a personal stress management plan
- Share effective strategies with classmates

How can stress and emotions be managed to promote inner peace?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 58
- Digital resources
- Print materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 59
- Print media

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Community Service Learning

Community Service Learning Project - Community Services
Community Service Learning Project - Case Study of Community Service Learning
Community Service Learning Project - Meaning of key terms in CSL

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify various community services
- Explain the importance of community services
- Appreciate the role of community services in development

- Look at pictures showing community services
- Discuss what is going on in the pictures
- Identify other community services people carry out
- Write down findings
- Share findings with the rest of the class

How can community service learning contribute to community development?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 60
- Pictures showing community services
- Digital resources
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 61-62
- Case study material
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 62-63
- Manila papers

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests

Community Service Learning

Community Service Learning Project - Importance of CSL
Community Service Learning Project - Benefits of CSL to self
Community Service Learning Project - Benefits of CSL to the community

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain the importance of CSL to self
- Explain the importance of CSL to the community
- Appreciate the value of CSL to personal and community development

- Discuss the benefits of CSL for self and for the community
- Use a table to write down findings on benefits to self and community
- Make group presentations to the rest of the class
- Create posters highlighting the importance of CSL

How can community service learning contribute to community development?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 64
- Manila papers
- Marker pens
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
- Chart papers
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 65

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Community Service Learning

Community Service Learning Project - Steps of a CSL project
Community Service Learning Project - Problem identification

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify steps involved in carrying out a CSL project
- Explain the significance of each step in the CSL process
- Appreciate the importance of following the steps in a CSL project

- Using digital resources or print media, find out the steps involved in carrying out a CSL project
- Note down findings
- Take turns to make presentations to the rest of the class
- Create a flowchart showing the CSL project steps

What steps should be followed when conducting a CSL project?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 65
- Reference materials
- Digital resources
- Manila papers
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 66

- Observation - Oral questions - Group presentations - Written assignments

Community Service Learning

Community Service Learning Project - Problem solving through CSL
Community Service Learning Project - Steps of CSL

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Analyze a given scenario about a problem
- Develop strategies to address the problem through CSL
- Appreciate the role of CSL in problem solving

- Read the scenario about Grade Seven learners from Malkia School whose classrooms were destroyed by strong winds
- Fill in a table on how they were going to deal with the situation (Problem, Plan of solving the problem, Possible solutions, Implementing the solutions, Reflection on the project)
- From the activity, write down the possible steps of carrying out a CSL
- Take turns to make presentations

How can CSL help in solving real-life problems?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 66-67
- Reference materials
- Digital resources
- Manila papers
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 67

- Observation - Group work - Presentations - Written assignments

Community Service Learning

Community Service Learning Project - Identifying problems for CSL

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify problems in the community that require CSL interventions
- Categorize problems based on priority and feasibility
- Show interest in addressing community problems

- With the guidance of the teacher, take a nature walk in the immediate surrounding of the school
- Identify problems that need to be solved within the school community
- Categorize the problems based on priority and feasibility
- Select one problem for the class CSL project

How can we identify and prioritize problems for CSL projects?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 67
- School environment
- Digital resources
- Notebooks

- Observation - Field notes - Group discussions - Written assignments

Community Service Learning

Community Service Learning Project - Planning for a CSL project
Community Service Learning Project - Designing solutions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Develop a plan for addressing the identified problem
- Outline resources needed for the CSL project
- Value the importance of proper planning in CSL

- In groups, develop a detailed plan for addressing the problem identified in the previous lesson
- Include timeline, resources needed, responsibilities, and expected outcomes
- Present the plans to the class
- Select the most feasible plan for implementation

Why is planning important in CSL projects?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 67
- Reference materials
- Digital resources
- Manila papers

- Observation - Group presentations - Peer assessment - Written plans

Community Service Learning

Community Service Learning Project - Implementation planning

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Develop an implementation plan for the CSL project
- Assign roles and responsibilities
- Show commitment to successful project implementation

- Develop a detailed implementation plan including:
- Specific tasks to be done
- Timeline for each task
- Resources needed
- Persons responsible
- Success indicators
- Create a visual representation of the implementation plan

How should implementation of CSL projects be organized?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 67
- Reference materials
- Digital resources
- Manila papers

- Observation - Implementation plans - Group presentations - Peer assessment

Community Service Learning

Community Service Learning Project - Project implementation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Implement the designed solution to address the identified problem
- Apply teamwork skills during implementation
- Show responsibility in executing assigned tasks

- Using the necessary steps, work out to solve the problem as a group
- Implement the solution according to the plan
- Document the implementation process through photos, videos, or notes
- Follow teacher guidance especially if the project requires more time and resources

What challenges might arise during CSL project implementation?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 67
- Materials needed for implementation
- Digital cameras/phones
- Notebooks

- Observation - Implementation documentation - Group participation - Teacher assessment

Community Service Learning

Community Service Learning Project - Problem analysis
Community Service Learning Project - Outreach planning

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Analyze problems related to the CSL project
- Develop strategies to overcome implementation challenges
- Show resilience in addressing project difficulties

- Look at pictures showing different problems in the community
- Discuss the problems shown in the pictures
- Using the correct steps, write down how to solve the identified problems
- Take turns to make presentations to the rest of the class

How can we overcome challenges during CSL project implementation?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 68
- Pictures showing community problems
- Digital resources
- Manila papers
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 69
- Reference materials
- Planning templates

- Observation - Problem analysis - Group presentations - Written assignments

Community Service Learning

Community Service Learning Project - Reflection and reporting

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Reflect on the CSL project experience
- Write a comprehensive report on the CSL project
- Appreciate the learning gained through the CSL process

- Write a reflection on the CSL project addressing:
- What was learned
- Challenges encountered and how they were solved
- Impact of the project on the community
- Personal growth from the experience
- Write a report after carrying out the project
- Share the report with the rest of the class

Why is reflection important in CSL projects?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 69
- Reference materials
- Digital resources
- Report templates

- Observation - Reflection papers - Project reports - Presentations

Community Service Learning
Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Community Service Learning Project - Key learning points
Historical Information - Sources of historical information

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Summarize key learning points from the CSL project
- Evaluate the effectiveness of the CSL project
- Value the importance of CSL in personal and community development

- Discuss key learning points from the CSL project including:
- Importance of following steps
- Being guided by the teacher
- Consulting when unsure
- Working as a team for better results
- Reflecting on the whole exercise
- Assessing the effectiveness of the CSL through feedback
- Create a poster summarizing the learnings

How can CSL projects be improved in the future?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 69
- Reference materials
- Digital resources
- Manila papers
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 65
- Pictures of historical sources

- Observation - Oral discussions - Summary posters - Written assignments

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Historical Information - Classification of sources

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Classify sources of historical information
- Examine the importance of different historical sources
- Value the role of historical sources in preserving information

- Use digital or print resources to search for different sources of historical information
- Complete a table classifying sources as written, electronic, or unwritten sources
- Discuss the various sources of historical information listed in the table
- Present findings to the rest of the class

How significant are sources of historical information in understanding past human accounts?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 66
- Digital resources
- Print media

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Historical Information - Primary and secondary sources
Historical Information - Preservation of historical sources

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Distinguish between primary and secondary sources of historical information
- Provide examples of primary and secondary sources
- Show interest in preserving historical information

- Research the meaning of primary and secondary sources of historical information
- Discuss the difference between primary and secondary sources
- Classify examples as either primary or secondary sources
- Create posters showing different types of historical sources

How can we differentiate between primary and secondary sources of historical information?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 66-67
- Digital resources
- Print media
- Manila papers
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 68

- Observation - Oral presentations - Written assignments

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Historical Development of Agriculture - Areas of early agriculture

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Locate areas where early agriculture was practiced in Africa
- Explain the spread of agriculture in Africa
- Appreciate the importance of early agriculture

- Visit a school library or use internet to research on areas where early agriculture was practiced in Africa
- Make a list of areas where early agriculture was practiced in Africa
- Study a map showing where early agriculture was practiced in Africa
- Draw the map in notebooks and indicate the location of areas where early agriculture was practiced

Why did people start practicing agriculture in Africa?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 70-71
- Map of Africa
- Digital resources
- Atlas

- Observation - Map work - Written assignments

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Historical Development of Agriculture - Crops and animals
Historical Development of Agriculture - Factors favoring agriculture

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify crops grown during early agriculture in Africa
- Identify animals kept during early agriculture in Africa
- Value the contribution of early agriculture to development

- Observe pictures showing crops that were grown during early agriculture
- Name the crops shown in the pictures
- Identify crops that were grown in Egypt, Nubia, and Eastern Rift Valley
- Observe pictures showing animals that were kept during early agriculture
- Identify animals that were kept in Egypt, Nubia, and Eastern Rift Valley

How did agriculture begin in Africa?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 71-73
- Pictures of crops and animals
- Digital resources
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 73-74
- Print media

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Historical Development of Agriculture - Contribution of Nile Valley

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Assess the contribution of the Nile Valley agriculture to world civilization
- Explain the significance of Nile Valley agriculture
- Appreciate the importance of agriculture to civilization

- Study a poster on contributions of Nile Valley agriculture to world civilization
- Identify the contributions of Nile Valley agriculture
- Discuss how Nile Valley agriculture contributed to modern-day agriculture
- Research other contributions of Nile Valley agriculture to world civilization

How did Nile Valley agriculture contribute to world civilization?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 74-75
- Digital resources
- Print media

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Maps and map work - Position of Africa
Maps and map work - Latitudes and longitudes

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe the position, shape, and size of Africa
- Locate Africa on a world map
- Appreciate Africa's unique geographical features

- Brainstorm on what a map, region, and continent are
- Research the position, shape, and size of Africa
- Study a world map and identify continents neighboring Africa
- Name oceans surrounding Africa
- Compare the size of Africa with other continents
- Discuss the shape of Africa

How are maps used?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 77-78
- World map
- Atlas
- Digital resources
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 78-80
- Maps with grid coordinates

- Observation - Oral questions - Map work

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Maps and map work - Locating places using coordinates

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Locate places and features on a map using latitudes and longitudes
- Interpret map coordinates
- Show interest in using coordinates for location

- Study a map showing coordinates
- Practice locating points labeled on the map using latitudes and longitudes
- Write down the coordinates for different locations
- Use an atlas to locate countries and features using latitudes and longitudes

How are maps used to locate places accurately?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 80-81
- Maps with coordinates
- Atlas
- Digital resources

- Observation - Practical exercises - Written tests

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Maps and map work - Calculating time

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain why time differs in various locations
- Calculate time differences using longitudes
- Develop critical thinking skills through time calculations

- Read information about time differences and longitude
- Learn that the earth takes 24 hours to make one complete rotation of 360°
- Calculate that 1° equals 4 minutes of time
- Practice time calculations for different locations
- Solve time calculation problems

Why is time different in various locations?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 81-82
- Maps showing time zones
- Digital resources

- Observation - Calculation exercises - Written tests

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Maps and map work - Time calculations practice
Maps and map work - African features

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Calculate time differences between locations
- Apply formulas for time calculation
- Value the importance of time calculations for global interactions

- Practice calculating local time when given reference locations
- Solve problems like: "What is the local time at Kinshasa 15°E when the local time at Malindi 40°E is 12.00 noon?"
- Apply the rule that locations east gain time, while locations west lose time
- Share calculations with the class

How do longitude differences affect time?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 82-83
- Maps showing longitudes
- Atlas
- Digital resources
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 83-84
- Pictures of African features

- Observation - Calculation exercises - Written tests

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Maps and map work - Appreciation of African features

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Express appreciation for African geographical features
- Create artistic presentations about African features
- Show pride in Africa's geographical identity

- Compose poems about positive features associated with Africa
- Present poems to classmates
- Collaborate to compose a class poem on the positive features associated with Africa
- Present the poem during school assembly or events

How can we promote awareness of Africa's geographical features?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 84
- Pictures of African features
- Creative writing materials
- Digital resources

- Observation - Poetry assessment - Presentations

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Earth and the Solar System - Origin of Earth
Earth and the Solar System - Earth characteristics

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe the origin of the earth
- Compare different theories of earth's origin
- Show interest in learning about earth's formation

- Read stories about the origin of earth
- Share stories of the origin of the earth from their communities
- Research how the earth was formed according to different theories (Creation theory, Nebula cloud theory, Passing star theory)
- Compare different theories of earth's origin

Why is it important to understand the solar system?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 85-86
- Pictures of the solar system
- Digital resources
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 87-88
- Diagrams of the solar system
- Pictures of planets

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Earth and the Solar System - Rotation and revolution

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Differentiate between rotation and revolution of the earth
- Explain effects of rotation and revolution on human activities
- Appreciate how earth's movements affect daily life

- Research the meaning of rotation and revolution of the earth
- Discuss the differences between rotation and revolution
- Identify effects of rotation of the earth from placards
- Research other effects of rotation of the earth
- Write a poem on the effects of rotation

How do Earth's movements affect human activities?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 88-89
- Diagrams showing rotation and revolution
- Digital resources

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Earth and the Solar System - Internal structure
Weather - Elements of weather

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Illustrate the internal structure of the earth
- Identify the layers of earth's structure
- Show interest in earth's composition

- Research how the layers of the internal structure of the earth are arranged
- Study a diagram showing the internal structure of earth
- Name the layers of earth's structure (crust, mantle, core)
- Draw the internal structure of the earth
- Label all the parts
- Display diagrams in the class learning corner

What is inside the Earth?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 90
- Diagrams of earth's structure
- Digital resources
- Art materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 91
- Pictures of weather elements

- Observation - Drawing assessment - Written tests

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Weather - Weather instruments construction

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Construct selected instruments for measuring elements of weather
- Explain how weather instruments function
- Show interest in meteorological measurement

- Read steps involved in constructing weather instruments
- Construct a rain gauge using plastic bottles, rulers, and other materials
- Construct a wind vane using straws, manila paper, and other materials
- Construct a windsock using manila paper, string, and other materials
- Test the instruments in the school compound

How can we predict change in weather conditions?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 92-95
- Materials for constructing instruments
- Digital resources

- Observation - Practical assessment - Oral questions

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Weather - Weather observation
Weather - Weather significance

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Record and analyze weather data
- Interpret weather patterns
- Value the importance of weather recording

- Observe and identify weather instruments
- Discuss how each instrument works in a weather station
- Study a weather chart showing recordings of temperature and rainfall
- Create a weather recording sheet
- Use instruments to record weather conditions
- Share completed recording sheets for peer review

How can we use weather data?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 96-97
- Weather instruments
- Recording charts
- Digital resources
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 98-99
- Pictures of weather-related activities

- Observation - Data collection - Record keeping assessment

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Weather - Weather response

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Respond appropriately to different weather conditions
- Explain adaptations to weather changes
- Value the importance of safety during severe weather

- Study pictures showing people in different weather conditions
- Explain what is happening in each picture
- Identify the weather conditions shown
- Discuss how to respond to different weather conditions
- Share personal experiences of responding to weather changes
- Create posters showing appropriate responses to weather conditions

How should we adapt to different weather conditions?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 99-100
- Pictures of weather responses
- Digital resources
- Art materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Poster assessment

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Fieldwork - Data collection methods
Fieldwork - Data collection practice

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Define fieldwork and its purpose
- Identify methods of data collection used in fieldwork
- Value the importance of fieldwork in research

- Research the meaning of fieldwork
- Find out methods of data collection used in fieldwork
- Discuss methods of data collection (observation, questionnaires, interviews, group discussions)
- Create a chart showing data collection methods and their uses

Why is fieldwork important in social studies?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 101
- Research materials
- Digital resources
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 102-103
- Data collection tools

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Fieldwork - Importance of fieldwork

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain the importance of fieldwork
- Identify benefits of fieldwork to learning
- Appreciate the value of firsthand information

- Research the importance of fieldwork
- Discuss the importance of fieldwork with peers
- Read a conversation between students discussing fieldwork benefits
- Identify the importance of fieldwork from the conversation
- Create a poster highlighting the benefits of fieldwork

What are the benefits of fieldwork in learning?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 103-104
- Research materials
- Digital resources

- Observation - Oral questions - Poster assessment

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Fieldwork - Challenges and solutions
Fieldwork - Data analysis methods

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify challenges faced during fieldwork
- Propose solutions to fieldwork challenges
- Show interest in overcoming research difficulties

- Research challenges that one may face during fieldwork
- Study a chart showing challenges during fieldwork
- Discuss the challenges with peers
- Read a conversation about fieldwork challenges and solutions
- Identify challenges and solutions from the conversation
- Create a table of challenges and corresponding solutions

What challenges might arise during fieldwork?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 104-105
- Research materials
- Digital resources
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 105-106
- Sample data sets
- Calculators

- Observation - Group discussions - Written assignments

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Fieldwork - Valuing fieldwork

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain how to value fieldwork in investigating phenomena
- Identify the contributions of fieldwork to research
- Show appreciation for fieldwork as a research method

- Discuss the benefits of fieldwork to the immediate environment
- Answer "What value does fieldwork have to the immediate environment?"
- Research how fieldwork contributes to environmental awareness
- Create a summary of how to value fieldwork in investigating the environment
- Share work with classmates

How does fieldwork contribute to environmental awareness?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 107
- Research materials
- Digital resources

- Observation - Oral presentations - Written assignments

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Fieldwork - Planning a project

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Plan a fieldwork project
- Identify a suitable topic for investigation
- Show interest in environmental issues

- Form groups for fieldwork projects
- Discuss how to conduct fieldwork using relevant materials
- Choose a topic to be studied focusing on environmental issues
- Develop a fieldwork plan including objectives, methods, and timeline
- Present plans to the class for feedback

How can we plan effective fieldwork projects?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 107
- Planning templates
- Research materials
- Digital resources

- Observation - Project plans - Group presentations

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Fieldwork - Conducting fieldwork
Fieldwork - Data analysis and presentation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Conduct fieldwork on an environmental topic
- Apply data collection methods
- Show respect during the fieldwork process

- Carry out fieldwork on the chosen topic within the school locality
- Focus on environmental issues
- Use appropriate methods of data collection
- Document the fieldwork process
- Show respect throughout the process

How can we collect data effectively during fieldwork?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 107-108
- Data collection tools
- Notebooks
- Digital resources
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 108
- Collected data
- Analysis tools
- Presentation materials

- Observation - Fieldwork process - Documentation assessment

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Fieldwork - Report writing

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Write comprehensive reports on fieldwork
- Structure reports appropriately
- Show pride in completed research

- Write reports on the fieldwork including:
- Introduction and objectives
- Methodology
- Findings and analysis
- Conclusion and recommendations
- Make class presentations of the reports
- Display reports at the Social Studies learning corner

How can we effectively report fieldwork findings?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 108
- Report templates
- Writing materials
- Digital resources

- Observation - Report assessment - Presentation skills

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa
Political Development and Governance

Fieldwork - Project presentation
Political Development in Africa up to 1900 - Political organization

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Present fieldwork findings effectively
- Respond to questions about the project
- Value the importance of sharing research findings

- Prepare final presentations of fieldwork projects
- Present findings to the class using visual aids
- Answer questions from peers and teacher
- Provide constructive feedback on other presentations
- Reflect on the fieldwork experience

How can we effectively communicate fieldwork findings?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 108
- Presentation materials
- Visual aids
- Digital resources
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 109
- Reference materials

- Observation - Presentation skills - Peer assessment

Political Development and Governance

Political Development in Africa up to 1900 - Scramble for Africa

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain the meaning of "Scramble for and Partition of Africa"
- Identify European powers involved in the scramble
- Show interest in African colonial history

- Research the meaning of "Scramble for and Partition of Africa"
- Discuss the meaning with peers
- Write an essay explaining "Scramble for and Partition of Africa"
- Present essays for peer review
- Share work with parents or guardians

How did developments in Europe influence the scramble and partition of Africa?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 109-110
- Reference materials
- Digital resources

- Observation - Essay assessment - Oral presentations

Political Development and Governance

Political Development in Africa up to 1900 - European roles
Political Development in Africa up to 1900 - Berlin Conference

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explore roles of European groups in the "Scramble for and Partition" of Africa
- Identify European powers and their territories
- Show interest in colonial history

- Research the roles of European groups in the "Scramble for and Partition of Africa"
- Study a chart showing European groups and their roles
- Create a chart showing European groups and their roles in Africa
- Share work with peers for feedback

What motivated European powers to colonize Africa?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 110-112
- Chart materials
- Digital resources
- Reference books
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 112-113
- Poster materials

- Observation - Chart assessment - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

Political Development in Africa up to 1900 - Colonial territories

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Locate the regions of partition by the European groups
- Identify colonial territories in Africa
- Show interest in African colonial geography

- Study a map showing the partition of Africa by European powers
- Identify which European power had the most colonies
- Identify which European power had the least colonies
- Identify countries in Africa that were not colonized
- Fill in a table matching European powers with their African colonies

How was Africa divided among European powers?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 113-114
- Map of colonial Africa
- Atlas
- Digital resources

- Observation - Map work - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

The Constitution of Kenya - Importance
The Constitution of Kenya - Upholding the constitution

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Define what a constitution is
- Explain the importance of the Constitution of Kenya
- Value the role of the constitution in governance

- Research the meaning of the Constitution of Kenya
- Research the importance of the Constitution of Kenya
- Write an essay on the importance of the Constitution
- Read dialogues about the importance of the constitution
- Identify important points from the dialogue

Why should a country have a constitution?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 118-119
- Constitution of Kenya
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 119-120
- Poster materials

- Observation - Essay assessment - Oral questions

Political Development and Governance

The Constitution of Kenya - Promulgation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain the promulgation of the Constitution of Kenya
- Describe the process of constitutional development
- Value the importance of the constitutional process

- Watch a video on promulgation of the Constitution of Kenya
- Discuss the meaning of promulgation
- Identify when the Constitution of Kenya was promulgated
- Research steps followed during promulgation
- Read a newspaper extract about the constitution

How was the Constitution of Kenya developed?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 121
- Video resources
- Constitution of Kenya
- Digital resources

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

The Constitution of Kenya - National values
The Constitution of Kenya - Applying national values

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify national values in the Constitution of Kenya
- Explain the importance of national values
- Appreciate the role of values in governance

- Research national values provided in the Constitution of Kenya
- Complete a crossword puzzle containing Kenyan national values
- Complete a table explaining national values
- Discuss the importance of national values
- Create posters highlighting national values

How do national values promote good governance?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 122-123
- Constitution of Kenya
- Digital resources
- Poster materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 123-125
- Song materials

- Observation - Puzzle completion - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

Human Rights - Classification

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Define human rights
- Classify human rights as stipulated in human rights instruments
- Value human rights in society

- Research the concept of human rights
- Research the classification of human rights
- Provide examples for each classification
- Share findings with the class
- Create posters showing human rights classifications

Why is it important to know our rights?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 126-128
- Human rights documents
- Digital resources
- Reference materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

Human Rights - Characteristics
Human Rights - Equity and non-discrimination

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain characteristics of human rights
- Identify how human rights are manifested
- Show interest in human rights protection

- Research characteristics of human rights
- Study a summary on characteristics of human rights
- Discuss the characteristics identified
- Create a tree model showing characteristics of human rights
- Display models at the Social Studies learning corner

What are the key characteristics of human rights?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 128-129
- Human rights documents
- Digital resources
- Art materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 130-132
- Pictures showing equity
- Reference materials

- Observation - Model assessment - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

Human Rights - Promoting equity

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify ways of promoting equity and non-discrimination
- Create materials advocating for equity
- Show commitment to promoting equality

- Research ways of promoting equity and non-discrimination
- Study posters showing ways to promote equity
- Create posters on equity and non-discrimination
- Display posters within the school environment
- Organize a "Peaceful Walk" to educate the community

How can we take action to promote equity and non-discrimination?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 132-134
- Poster materials
- Digital resources
- Reference materials

- Observation - Poster assessment - Participation assessment

Political Development and Governance

Human Rights - Valuing human rights

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain ways to promote respect for human rights
- Identify actions that support human dignity
- Value the importance of human rights

- Research ways to promote respect for human rights
- Study a chart on promoting respect for human rights
- Discuss ways of promoting respect for human rights
- Organize a debate on "Value human rights for promotion of human dignity"
- Note down main points from the debate

How can we promote respect for human rights in our community?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 134-135
- Human rights documents
- Digital resources
- Reference materials

- Observation - Debate assessment - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

African Diasporas - Concept
African Diasporas - Contributing factors

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain the concept of African Diasporas
- Identify key characteristics of diasporas
- Show interest in diaspora communities

- Research the concept of African Diasporas
- Read messages about African Diasporas from African Union documents
- Compare research findings with the messages
- Read articles about African Diasporas
- Discuss the concept with peers

How can we promote collaboration between continental Africans and African Diasporas?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 138-139
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 139-140

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

African Diasporas - Geographic locations

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Locate countries inhabited by African Diasporas by 1960
- Identify major diaspora settlements
- Value the global presence of African descendants

- Research locations of the United States, Brazil, and France on a world map
- Study a map showing countries inhabited by African Diasporas by 1960
- Name countries that were inhabited by African Diasporas by 1960
- Give the direction of these countries in relation to Africa
- Draw a map indicating diaspora locations

Where are African Diasporas located globally?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 140-141
- World maps
- Atlas
- Digital resources

- Observation - Map work - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

African Diasporas - Political development
African Diasporas - Promoting unity

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Assess the role of diasporas in political development in Africa
- Identify ways diasporas influence African politics
- Value diaspora contributions

- Research the role of African diasporas in political development in Africa
- Watch videos on diaspora contributions to African politics
- Debate on "African Diasporas have supported political development in Africa"
- Study a researcher's notes on diaspora contributions
- Create posters highlighting diaspora contributions

How have African Diasporas influenced political development in Africa?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 141-142
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
- Debate materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 142-143
- Manila papers
- Art materials

- Observation - Debate assessment - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

Citizenship - Interconnectedness

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain interconnectedness among countries
- Identify ways countries connect and depend on each other
- Value global interconnectedness

- Study images showing connections between countries
- Identify how people in different countries are connected
- Discuss a billboard message about interconnectedness
- Read articles about connections between countries
- Create a mind map showing ways countries are interconnected

How do countries connect and depend on each other in the world today?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 144-145
- Digital resources
- Reference materials

- Observation - Mind map assessment - Oral questions

Political Development and Governance

Citizenship - Globalization effects
Citizenship - Global citizen qualities
Citizenship - International contribution

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Define globalization
- Examine effects of globalization at national and global levels
- Show interest in global connections

- Research the meaning of globalization and its effects
- Study a poster showing effects of globalization
- Categorize effects as positive or negative
- Create a wheel diagram showing effects of globalization
- Display the wheel at the Social Studies corner

Which are the common concerns in the world today?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 145-147
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
- Art materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 147-149
- Poster materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 149-151
- Creative materials

- Observation - Wheel assessment - Written assignments