Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Netball - Pivoting
Netball - Marking

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

- Explain pivoting technique in Netball
- Perform pivoting skills in Netball
- Show enthusiasm in practising footwork

- Observe teacher demonstrate pivoting
- Establish pivot foot when receiving ball
- Use ball of pivot foot to turn
- Move non-pivot foot to change direction while keeping low centre of gravity

What footwork options does a player have after landing with a ball?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 110
- Netball
- Netball court
- Cones
- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 103
court

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Netball - Dodging

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

- Explain dodging technique in Netball
- Execute dodging skill in Netball
- Appreciate offensive skills in Netball

- Observe teacher demonstrate dodging
- Prepare by moving in one direction to dodge defender
- Place outside foot and push off in opposite direction
- Practise quick changes of direction to lose defender

What is the importance of dodging in Netball?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 107
- Netball
- Netball court

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Netball - Workouts and drills
Netball - Mini games

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

- Describe various Netball drills
- Perform Netball workouts combining various skills
- Enjoy participating in Netball drills

- Perform chest pass activity standing 5 metres apart
- Perform overhead pass activity in two lines facing each other
- Perform shadow marking activity with attacker and defender
- Perform four corners pivot activity with cones

How do drills improve Netball skills?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 111
- Netball
- Cones
- Netball court
- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 113
court
- Cones

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Netball - Zone passing game

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

- Describe zone passing game in Netball
- Play zone passing game applying learnt skills
- Show teamwork spirit in Netball

- Divide court into several zones using cones
- Assign learners to each zone
- Pass ball through each zone with at least one pass per zone
- Add defenders to each zone

How does zone passing improve Netball skills?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 113
- Netball
- Netball court
- Cones

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Netball - Teamwork challenge

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

- Explain the importance of teamwork in Netball
- Participate in teamwork Netball challenge
- Appreciate teamwork in application of Netball skills

- Form small teams of 4-6 learners wearing different coloured kits
- Set up skill stations focusing on passes, footwork, dodging and marking
- Organise mini matches where teams compete
- Discuss how teamwork helped during the game

Why is teamwork important in Netball?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 114
- Netball
- Netball court
- Sports kits

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Netball - Teamwork challenge

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

- Explain the importance of teamwork in Netball
- Participate in teamwork Netball challenge
- Appreciate teamwork in application of Netball skills

- Form small teams of 4-6 learners wearing different coloured kits
- Set up skill stations focusing on passes, footwork, dodging and marking
- Organise mini matches where teams compete
- Discuss how teamwork helped during the game

Why is teamwork important in Netball?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 114
- Netball
- Netball court
- Sports kits

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Netball - Skills reflection

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

- Evaluate own performance in Netball skills
- Reflect on application of skills in Netball game
- Value continuous improvement in sports

- Share experiences and feelings about working as a team
- Reflect on application of chest pass, overhead pass, landing, pivoting
- Reflect on dodging and marking skills
- Complete self-assessment table on Netball skills

How can you improve your Netball skills?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 115
- Reflection journals
- Self-assessment forms

- Self-assessment - Oral questions - Written reflection

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Fabric Decoration - Introduction
Fabric Decoration - Marbling and stencil printing

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

- Define fabric decoration
- Identify techniques used in fabric decoration
- Show interest in fabric decoration

- Use textbooks or digital devices to search for information on fabric decoration
- Identify techniques: tie and dye, printing, embroidery
- Study pictures and discuss patterns and colours on fabrics
- Identify techniques used to create patterns

What is fabric decoration?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 116
- Digital devices
- Sample decorated fabrics
- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 117

- Oral questions - Observation - Class discussion

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Fabric Decoration - Preparing fabric
Fabric Decoration - Preparing dyes

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

- Explain how to prepare fabric for decoration
- Prepare recyclable cotton fabric for dyeing
- Show responsibility in handling materials

- Gather recyclable cotton fabric
- Wash fabric with mild detergent to remove dirt
- Rinse fabric thoroughly with clean water
- Hang fabric to dry and iron to remove creases

Why must fabric be prepared before decoration?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 118
- Recyclable cotton fabric
- Mild detergent
- Iron
- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 119
- Natural dye materials
- Water
- Fixatives

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Fabric Decoration - Marbling technique

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

- Explain the marbling technique in tie and dye
- Decorate fabric using marbling technique
- Enjoy experimenting with marbling patterns

- Crumple prepared fabric and tie with rubber bands or strings
- Sprinkle dye onto fabric and leave for 10-15 minutes
- Untie fabric and rinse in clean cold water
- Spread fabric to dry

How does the marbling technique create patterns on fabric?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 121
- Prepared fabric
- Rubber bands
- Dyes
- Gloves

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Fabric Decoration - Pleating technique
Fabric Decoration - Designing motif

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

- Describe the pleating technique in tie and dye
- Decorate fabric using pleating technique
- Appreciate unique patterns created by pleating

- Fold fabric into small tight pleats
- Tie pleats securely with strings or rubber bands
- Sprinkle prepared dyes onto pleated fabric
- Untie and rinse with cold water, then dry

How does pleating technique differ from marbling?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 123
- Prepared fabric
- Strings
- Dyes
- Apron
- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 126
- Stiff paper
- Pencil
- Scissors
- Craft knife

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Fabric Decoration - Stencil printing

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

- Describe stencil printing process
- Print fabric using stencil to create alternate pattern
- Enjoy creating printed patterns

- Prepare working surface with cardboard or newspaper
- Place stencil on fabric and secure with masking tape
- Use sponge or brush to dab ink through stencil
- Lift stencil carefully and move to next position alternating colours

How do you create an alternate pattern using stencil printing?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 127
- Prepared stencil
- Fabric
- Fabric ink
- Sponge

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Fabric Decoration - Making tote bag

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

- Explain how to make a simple tote bag
- Make a tote bag from decorated fabric
- Value finishing in fabric decoration

- Cut decorated fabric to desired tote bag size
- Fold fabric in half and turn inside out
- Sew sides using backstitch technique
- Cut strips for handles and sew to top edges

How do you finish a decorated fabric into a useful item?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 128
- Decorated fabric
- Needle
- Thread
- Scissors

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Fabric Decoration - Display and critique

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

- Explain criteria for appreciating decorated fabrics
- Display and give peer feedback on decorated fabrics
- Acknowledge tie and dye and stencil printing as fabric decorating techniques

- Set up display tables or hanging lines in classroom
- Attach labels with creator's name and technique used
- Do gallery walk and take notes on observations
- Share feedback on choice of motif, arrangement, colour and neatness

What factors do you consider when appreciating decorated fabrics?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 130
- Completed tote bags
- Display boards
- Labels

- Peer assessment - Observation - Portfolio assessment

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Descant Recorder - Fingering technique
Descant Recorder - Correct fingering demonstration

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

- Describe fingering technique for descant recorder
- Read and interpret fingering charts for notes G, A, B, C', D', E', F#, G'
- Show interest in learning descant recorder

- Study fingering chart for notes G, A, B, C', D', E', F#, G'
- Describe how thumb hole is covered for different notes
- Talk about how holes are covered or opened for each note
- Compare fingering with scale of C major learnt earlier

How do you position fingers to play different notes on the descant recorder?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 133
- Descant recorders
- Fingering charts
- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 134

- Oral questions - Observation - Practical demonstration

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Descant Recorder - Embouchure and blowing
Descant Recorder - Tonguing and pinching

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

- Explain embouchure and blowing techniques
- Demonstrate embouchure and blowing techniques
- Value proper technique in producing pleasant sound

- Watch virtual tutorial on techniques of playing descant recorder
- Observe how lips and mouth are placed on instrument
- Describe how to blow recorder to produce pleasant sound
- Discuss what happens to sound when you over blow

How do embouchure and blowing affect the sound produced?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 137
- Descant recorders
- Digital devices
- Music books

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Descant Recorder - Slurring technique

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

- Explain slurring technique in playing descant recorder
- Demonstrate slurring technique on descant recorder
- Appreciate smooth connection of notes in music

- Discuss slurring - connecting two or more sounds in one breath
- Observe way notes are joined together or separated when playing
- Practise connecting notes without articulating individual notes
- Play simple melodies applying slurring technique

How does slurring enhance musical performance?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 137
- Descant recorders
- Music books

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Descant Recorder - Performance directions (dynamics)
Descant Recorder - Performance directions (repeat)

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

- Explain performance directions for dynamics
- Interpret piano (p) and forte (f) on given pieces
- Value expression in music performance

- Talk about performance directions learnt in earlier grades
- Study melodies with piano (p) and forte (f) markings
- Play melodies softly where piano is indicated
- Play melodies loudly where forte is indicated

How do dynamics enhance music performance?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 140
- Descant recorders
- Music scores
- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 141

- Practical assessment - Observation - Written exercises

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Descant Recorder - Playing melodies in G major

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

- Identify key signature of G major
- Play simple melodies in G major on descant recorder
- Enjoy playing melodies on descant recorder

- Study scale of G major ascending and descending
- Play scale of G major on descant recorder
- Study melodies identifying key, time signature and performance directions
- Clap rhythm as you chant French rhythm names
- Play melodies by sight-reading

How do you identify and play melodies in G major?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 142
- Descant recorders
- Music scores in G major

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Descant Recorder - Performing solo pieces

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

- Describe steps for preparing a solo performance
- Perform simple solo pieces in 3/4 time on descant recorder
- Value playing music on descant recorder

- Choose piece to perform and prepare rehearsal schedule
- Practise piece following rehearsal schedule
- Apply appropriate playing techniques
- Observe performance directions
- Perform piece before classmates for peer assessment

How do you prepare for a solo performance on descant recorder?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 143
- Descant recorders
- Music scores

- Practical assessment - Peer evaluation - Portfolio assessment

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Descant Recorder - Recording and technique poster

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

- Explain techniques of playing descant recorder
- Create a poster explaining techniques of playing descant recorder
- Appreciate the value of recording performances

- Make audio or video recordings of performance
- Save recordings in digital portfolio
- Design poster using manila paper explaining techniques
- Use pictures and illustrations in poster
- Display posters in class and comment on them

How can you document and share your musical learning?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 144
- Digital devices
- Manila paper
- Markers

- Portfolio assessment - Practical assessment - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Verse - Language use in verse
Verse - Imagery (simile, metaphor, personification)

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

- Define a verse
- Identify language use features in a verse
- Show interest in learning about verse

- Listen to or watch recorded or live performance of verse
- Recite sample verses: "Advice is Gold" and "Nightfall in Soweto"
- Discuss language use in the verses
- Read other verses from relevant books and online sources

How is language used in a verse?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 146
- Verse scripts
- Digital devices
- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 149
- Reference books

- Oral questions - Observation - Class discussion

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Verse - Sound devices (alliteration, rhyme, repetition)
Verse - Diction, line and stanza

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

- Describe sound devices used in verse
- Identify alliteration, rhyme and repetition in verses
- Value the musical quality created by sound devices

- Research and discuss meaning of alliteration, rhyme and repetition
- Give appropriate examples of each sound device
- Identify sound devices in verse "Nightfall in Soweto"
- Identify sound devices in verse "Hushed Explosions"

How do sound devices contribute to the rhythm of a verse?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 150
- Verse scripts
- Reference books
- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 153

- Oral questions - Written exercises - Group discussion

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Verse - Composing verse (exploring issues)

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

- Identify societal issues that can be addressed through verse
- Explore a societal issue for verse composition
- Show enthusiasm in composing verse

- Watch or read verse "My Sister's Cry" addressing societal issue
- Discuss characters, cultural setting and themes in the verse
- Discuss societal issues important to you or community
- Choose topic and gather information from various sources

What societal issues can be addressed through verse?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 155
- Sample verses
- Digital devices

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Group discussion

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Verse - Composing verse (developing idea)
Verse - Composing verse (drafting and editing)

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

- Describe the process of developing a verse idea
- Develop an idea into a verse structure
- Value creativity in verse composition

- Brainstorm on chosen topic - write words, phrases and images
- Write first draft through free writing
- Observe immediate environment related to topic
- Put down thoughts on topic without worrying about structure

How do you develop an idea into a verse?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 157
- Writing materials
- Reference books
- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 158
- Draft verse scripts
- Writing materials

- Written exercises - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Verse - Performance techniques

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

- Describe techniques for performing a verse
- Demonstrate use of voice, body, space and props
- Value effective verse performance techniques

- Watch verse performances and discuss techniques employed
- Discuss use of voice: pitch, pace, volume, tone
- Discuss use of body: facial expressions, gestures, posture
- Discuss use of space and props
- Practise the techniques

What techniques make verse performance effective?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 160
- Verse scripts
- Digital devices
- Props

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Verse - Rehearsing verse

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

- Explain the importance of rehearsal in verse performance
- Rehearse verse to internalise the script
- Show confidence in verse rehearsal

- Read verse aloud to group members
- Discuss how to bring out meaning and emotions
- Mark words and phrases that bring out meaning
- Go through verse stanza by stanza expressing emotions
- Practise repeatedly using mirror or camera for feedback

Why is rehearsal important in verse performance?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 160
- Verse scripts
- Mirror
- Recording devices

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Verse - Performing before audience
Volleyball - Introduction to serves

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

- Describe factors for successful verse performance
- Perform verse before audience using voice, body, space and props
- Acknowledge use of verse as means of communication

- Organise verse performance before classmates or school
- Incorporate all performance techniques learnt
- Listen and observe each other during performance
- Comment on each other's performances and give feedback
- Record performances for portfolio documentation

How can verse be used to communicate effectively?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 161
- Verse scripts
- Props
- Recording devices
- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 165
- Digital devices
- Volleyball
- Volleyball court

- Practical assessment - Peer evaluation - Portfolio assessment

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Volleyball - Overarm serve (stance and grip)

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

- Describe stance and grip for overarm serve
- Demonstrate stance and grip for overarm serve
- Appreciate proper technique in serving

- Stand tall with feet shoulder-width apart facing net
- Position dominant foot slightly behind non-dominant foot
- Align shoulders and hips with net
- Place ball on palm of non-dominant hand with fingers spread
- Extend non-dominant arm horizontally in front of body

How do you position yourself for an overarm serve?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 166
- Volleyball
- Volleyball court

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Volleyball - Overarm serve (execution)
Volleyball - Jump service

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

- Explain execution of overarm serve
- Perform overarm serve over a net
- Value accuracy in serving

- Toss ball up about 30-45 cm with palm of non-dominant hand
- Swing dominant arm back keeping wrist rigid
- Bring dominant hand forward and strike ball with heel of hand
- Step forward with dominant foot and make follow-through
- Keep serving hand slightly angled upward

How do you execute an overarm serve effectively?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 167
- Volleyball
- Volleyball court
- Net
- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 168
court

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Volleyball - Overarm serve workouts

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

- Explain various drills for improving overarm serve
- Perform overarm serve workouts
- Enjoy participating in serve drills

- Practise tossing ball up and catching with same hand
- Stand 6 metres from net and serve ball to hit net and rebound
- Stand in backcourt and serve ball to land in backcourt
- Play ball back and forth using overarm serve
- Give feedback on each other's performance

How do drills improve your serving skills?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 169
- Volleyballs
- Volleyball court
- Net

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Volleyball - Volleying skill (introduction)
Volleyball - Volleying (stance and positioning)

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

- Define volleying in Volleyball
- Identify when volleying skill is used during play
- Show interest in learning volleying skill

- Study picture of player performing volleying skill
- Describe stance of player shown
- Describe body posture during performance
- Explain how hands are placed during execution
- Watch video of Volleyball match and observe when skill is used

What is volleying and when is it used in Volleyball?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 170
- Digital devices
- Volleyball
- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 171
- Volleyballs
- Volleyball court

- Oral questions - Observation - Class discussion

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Volleyball - Volleying (execution)

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

- Explain execution of volleying skill
- Perform volleying skill in Volleyball
- Value controlled ball handling in volleying

- Position arms above head with elbows out and bent at 90°
- Cup hands under ball with fingers well spread, thumbs pointing to each other
- Hit ball upwards by extending arms and wrists
- Use legs and core to generate power
- Finish with arms fully extended and fingers pointing to target

How do you execute the volleying skill correctly?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 171
- Volleyballs
- Volleyball court

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Volleyball - Volleying workouts

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

- Describe various drills for improving volleying
- Perform volleying workouts
- Enjoy participating in volleying drills

- Toss ball above head and perform volley repeatedly varying height
- Perform workout from standing, squatting and jumping positions
- Hit ball back and forth in pairs using volleying skills
- Vary distances as you master the skills
- Communicate clearly with partner

How do workouts improve volleying skills?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 172
- Volleyballs
- Volleyball court

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Volleyball - Volleying in game situation

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

- Explain application of volleying in game situation
- Apply volleying skills in small-sided game
- Value teamwork in Volleyball

- Form teams of two players on opposing front courts
- Agree rule that ball shall only be volleyed in front court
- Hit ball using volleying skills to spaces of front court
- Respond to volleys made by opposing team
- Communicate with peers while playing

How is volleying applied in actual game situations?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 173
- Volleyballs
- Volleyball court
- Net

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Volleyball - Mini game

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

- Explain rules for Volleyball mini game
- Apply serving and volleying skills in mini game
- Appreciate teamwork in Volleyball games

- Mark small Volleyball court in open space
- Use improvised net or rope to demarcate court sections
- Form teams of four learners on each side
- Use overarm service and volleying skills to play competitively
- Let each set have 10 points

How do mini games help improve Volleyball skills?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 173
- Volleyballs
- Improvised net
- Cones

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Volleyball - Skills reflection

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

- Evaluate own performance in Volleyball skills
- Appraise others' efforts in applying serving and volleying skills
- Value continuous improvement in sports

- Participate in inter-school friendly Volleyball match
- Give positive comments on each other's efforts
- Discuss how volley pass makes Volleyball game interesting
- Reflect on application of serving and volleying skills
- Complete self-assessment on Volleyball skills

How can you improve your Volleyball skills?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 173
- Volleyballs
- Volleyball court
- Self-assessment forms

- Self-assessment - Peer evaluation - Oral questions

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Kenyan Folk Dance - Classification of folk dances

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

- Define folk dance
- Classify folk dances from Kenyan communities
- Show interest in learning about folk dances

- Study pictures showing folk dance performances
- Visit local cultural centre or watch recorded folk dances
- Describe folk dances in terms of age, community, gender, occasion, function and theme
- Name different folk dances from own community

How are folk dances classified?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 175
- Digital devices
- Pictures of folk dances

- Oral questions - Observation - Class discussion

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Kenyan Folk Dance - Classification by community and occasion
Kenyan Folk Dance - Classification by gender, age and purpose

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

- Explain how folk dances are classified by community and occasion
- Group folk dances according to community and occasion
- Appreciate diversity of Kenyan folk dances

- Watch recorded folk dance performances from different Kenyan communities
- Discuss how folk dances can be grouped by community
- Discuss occasions when folk dances are performed: birth, initiation, marriage, seasons
- Fill table with correct classification of different Kenyan folk dances

What occasions are folk dances performed in Kenyan communities?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 176
- Digital devices
- Reference books
- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 177

- Oral questions - Written exercises - Group discussion

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Kenyan Folk Dance - Background information

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

- Explain the importance of background information of a folk dance
- Research background information of a selected folk dance
- Appreciate the cultural context of folk dances

- Invite resource person to talk about background information of folk dances
- Discuss background information focusing on title, community, occasion, theme
- Select appropriate folk dance to perform
- Write summary highlighting title, community, theme, participants, occasion and function

Why is it important to understand the background information of a folk dance?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 178
- Resource persons
- Reference books

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Group discussion

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Kenyan Folk Dance - Songs and instruments
Kenyan Folk Dance - Costumes and make-up

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

- Identify songs and instruments used in folk dance
- Explore songs sung and instruments played in folk dance performance
- Value the role of music in folk dance

- Study selected folk dance and explore dance movements, formations and patterns
- Listen to and explore songs sung in folk dance with help of resource person
- Identify types of instruments used in performance
- Discuss role songs and instruments play in folk dance performance

What role do songs and instruments play in folk dance performance?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 178
- Musical instruments
- Resource persons
- Digital devices
- Sample costumes
- Make-up materials
- Pictures of folk dancers

- Practical assessment - Observation - Group discussion

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Kenyan Folk Dance - Learning movements and songs

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

- Explain dance movements and songs in a folk dance
- Learn words of songs and practise singing with soloist and chorus
- Show enthusiasm in learning folk dance

- Select appropriate folk dance from Kenyan community
- Take up different roles in folk dance performance
- Learn words of songs providing theme and message
- Practise dance movements within culture of dance
- Ensure proper sequencing of steps, patterns and formations

How do dance movements reflect the culture of a community?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 179
- Resource persons
- Musical instruments
- Open space

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Kenyan Folk Dance - Appreciating different cultures

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

- Explain how folk dances represent Kenyan culture
- Compare folk dances from different Kenyan communities
- Appreciate different cultures through folk dances

- Watch recorded or live performances of Kenyan folk dances
- Research folk dances from two Kenyan communities
- Explain relevance of dances to occasions performed
- Describe uniqueness of body movements, instruments, costumes
- Make presentation to classmates and give constructive feedback

How do folk dances represent Kenyan culture?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 181
- Digital devices
- Reference books

- Written assignments - Oral presentations - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Indigenous Kenyan Craft - Introduction to basketry
Indigenous Kenyan Craft - Coil technique items

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

- Define basketry
- Explain how basketry is practised in Kenya
- Show interest in learning basketry

- Use textbooks or digital devices to search for information about basketry
- Discuss what basketry is and how it is practised in Kenya
- Discuss materials and tools used in basketry
- Present findings in class

What is basketry and how is it practised in Kenya?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 182
- Digital devices
- Reference books
- Sample basketry items
- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 183

- Oral questions - Observation - Class discussion

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Indigenous Kenyan Craft - Steps in coil technique

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

- Explain the steps involved in coil technique
- Describe how coil technique is used in basketry
- Value traditional basketry skills

- Study pictures showing coil technique process
- Discuss preparing core material and starting the coil
- Discuss wrapping strand tightly to needle
- Discuss spiralling wrapped bundle and adding new fibres
- Watch video on coil technique

What are the steps involved in the coil technique?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 185
- Digital devices
- Sample materials

- Oral questions - Written exercises - Observation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Indigenous Kenyan Craft - Materials and tools
Indigenous Kenyan Craft - Preparing materials

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

- Identify materials used in basketry
- Identify tools used in basketry
- Show responsibility in sourcing materials

- Study pictures of basketry materials: sisal, banana fibre, raffia
- Identify tools: scissors, needles
- Discuss functions of materials and tools
- Find materials within location that can be used
- Find recyclable materials that can be used

What materials and tools are used in basketry?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 187
- Sample materials
- Tools for basketry
- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 188
- Natural materials
- Scissors
- Water containers

- Oral questions - Observation - Practical demonstration

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Indigenous Kenyan Craft - Dyeing materials
Indigenous Kenyan Craft - Making mat (starting)

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

- Describe how to dye materials for basketry
- Dye materials using natural dyes
- Appreciate use of colour in basketry

- Prepare natural dyes from environment materials
- Dye prepared materials following safety guidelines
- Remove strands from dye and allow to dry
- Allow materials to dry completely before use

How does dyeing enhance basketry items?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 189
- Natural dyes
- Prepared materials
- Drying racks
- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 190
- Needles
- Thread

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Indigenous Kenyan Craft - Making mat (continuing)

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

- Describe how to continue the coiling process
- Continue making mat by wrapping and stitching coils
- Value patience and consistency in craft work

- Stitch through coil to secure shape
- Continue wrapping material around initial coil
- Keep even tension to avoid gaps and ensure uniformity
- Add new materials when original fibres run short
- Maintain spiral and continue stitching each coil to previous one

How do you maintain consistency when coiling?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 191
- Partially completed mat
- Materials
- Thread

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Indigenous Kenyan Craft - Making mat (finishing)

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

- Explain how to finish a basketry item
- Complete and finish a mat using coil method
- Appreciate quality finishing in craft work

- When mat reaches desired size, cut off excess material leaving short tail
- Tuck tail under previous coil and stitch securely
- Add extra stitches around outer edge to reinforce
- Complete mat and present work in class

What factors should be considered when finishing a basketry item?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 191
- Almost completed mat
- Thread
- Scissors

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Indigenous Kenyan Craft - Display and appreciation

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

- Explain factors for evaluating basketry items
- Display and critique own and others' basketry items
- Appreciate basketry as indigenous craft in Kenya

- Prepare for class exhibition
- Collect items made and display them well
- Talk about items and communities of inspiration
- Discuss techniques, shapes and decorative elements
- Share experiences in basketry and store items safely

How does basket making contribute to economic well-being of communities?

- Moran Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 Learner's Book pg. 193
- Completed basketry items
- Display boards

- Peer assessment - Observation - Portfolio assessment