Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Introduction to solfa syllables
Composing Melody - Singing solfa syllables

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

- Explain what a melody is
- Identify solfa syllables d, r, and m in simple melodies
- Show interest in melodic compositions

- Sing familiar songs with d, r, and m
- Identify the solfa syllables in the songs
- Discuss the concept of melody in music
- Practice singing simple patterns using d, r, and m

What are solfa syllables and why are they important in music?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 62-63
- Audio recordings of simple songs
- Charts showing solfa syllables
- Keyboard or tuning fork
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 63-64
- Solfa ladder charts
- Keyboard or melodic instrument
- Audio examples

- Observation - Oral questions - Singing assessment

Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Recognizing solfa syllables
Composing Melody - Hand signs introduction

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

- Recognize solfa syllables in familiar songs by ear
- Identify pitches sounded on a melodic instrument
- Show confidence in aural skills

- Listen to familiar songs and identify solfa syllables
- Recognize solfa pitches d, r, m played on instruments
- Sing back heard patterns using solfa syllables
- Play simple guessing games with solfa patterns

How can we train our ears to recognize different pitches?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 64-65
- Melodic instruments
- Audio recordings
- Solfa flashcards
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 65-66
- Videos of Kodaly hand signs
- Charts showing hand signs
- Hand sign flashcards

- Observation - Aural recognition tests - Singing accuracy assessment

Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Practicing hand signs
Composing Melody - Free-hand lettering for solfa

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

- Perform hand signs for solfa syllables d, r, and m accurately
- Interpret hand signs shown by others
- Show confidence in using hand signs

- Practice performing hand signs for d, r, and m
- Sing solfa syllables shown by hand signs
- Create and perform simple patterns using hand signs
- Work in pairs to interpret each other's hand signs

How can we use hand signs to communicate musical ideas?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 66-67
- Hand sign reference charts
- Audio examples
- Flash cards with solfa patterns
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 67-68
- Writing materials
- Guide sheets for lettering
- Examples of decorative lettering

- Observation - Performance assessment - Peer evaluation

Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Qualities of a good melody
Composing Melody - Creating short melodies

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

- Describe the qualities of a good melody
- Analyze examples of effective melodies
- Value well-structured melodic compositions

- Brainstorm on qualities of a good melody
- Discuss stepwise motion, variation, and ending on d
- Analyze familiar melodies for these qualities
- Identify what makes melodies memorable

What makes a melody sound good to our ears?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 68-69
- Audio recordings of simple melodies
- Analysis charts
- Written examples of melodies
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 69-70
- Music notation paper
- Melodic instruments for testing
- Recording devices

- Observation - Oral assessment - Analysis exercise

Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Preparing clay for modeling
Composing Melody - Modeling solfa syllables

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

- Prepare clay for modeling solfa syllables
- Create clay slabs of different sizes
- Value the preparation process in art

- Collect clay for modeling
- Prepare and knead clay to the right consistency
- Roll clay into slabs
- Cut rectangular pieces of three different sizes

How does proper preparation affect the quality of clay modeling?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 70
- Clay
- Rolling pins
- Cutting tools
- Work surfaces
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 71
- Modeling tools
- Reference images of solfa syllables
- Water for joining

- Observation - Material preparation assessment - Process evaluation

Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Drying and painting
Composing Melody - Vocal warm-ups

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

- Allow clay models to dry properly
- Paint models using primary colors
- Value color in enhancing artistic expression

- Arrange clay models for proper drying
- Discuss the drying process for clay
- Paint dry models using primary colors
- Apply paint evenly and neatly

How can color enhance our clay models?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 71
- Dried clay models
- Primary color paints
- Brushes
- Palettes
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 72
- Audio examples of warm-ups
- Pitch reference (keyboard or tuning fork)
- Voice care information

- Observation - Painting assessment - Color application evaluation

Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Performing melodies
Composing Melody - Critiquing melodies

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

- Sing melodies created by self and peers
- Use solfa syllables in performance
- Value performance as expression

- Perform vocal warm-ups
- Sing m.elodies created using solfa syllables
- Perform with accurate pitch and rhythm
- Listen to and appreciate others' performances

How does performing melodies help us understand musical composition?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 72
- Created melodies
- Pitch reference
- Recording device
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 72-73
- Feedback forms
- Recording of performances

- Observation - Performance assessment - Pitch and rhythm evaluation

Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Creating rhythm for melodies
Composing Melody - Using percussion accompaniment

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

- Add appropriate rhythms to created melodies
- Combine solfa syllables with French rhythm names
- Show creativity in rhythm application

- Review French rhythm names (taa, ta-te)
- Add rhythm to created melodies
- Perform melodies with rhythm
- Evaluate the effectivenes of different rhythms

How does rhythm enhance a melody?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 73
- Created melodies
- Rhythm cards
- Percussion instruments
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 73-74
- Recording device

- Observation - Composition assessment - Performance evaluation

Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Portfolio creation
Composing Melody - Assessment and reflection

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

- Organize their melodic compositions and clay models
- Create a portfolio of their work
- Value organization and presentation

- Collect created melodies and photographs of clay models
- Organize works in a systematic way
- Create a portfolio showcase
- Prepare for final presentation

How can we effectively present our musical compositions?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 74
- Created melodies
- Photographs of clay models
- Portfolio materials
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 74-75
- Self-assessment tools
- Completed works
- Reflection prompts

- Observation - Portfolio assessment - Organization evaluation

Performance and Display

Athletics - Sprint starts and sprinting techniques
Athletics - Sprinting techniques
Athletics - Sprint start progression
Athletics - Set position in sprint starts

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

-Explain the performance of the skills of sprint starts
-Demonstrate a medium sprint start technique
-Show interest in learning about sprint starts

- Explain/demonstrate a medium sprint start technique, focusing on 'on your marks', 'set position', stance and body alignment, reaction and take off
- In pairs, practice the medium sprint start (on your marks-set-go)
- Observe proper technique focusing on starting position and form

How is a sprint start performed?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 76
- Digital resources
- Open field with marked lanes
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 77
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 78
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 79

- Observation - Oral questions - Practical demonstration

Performance and Display

Athletics - Go position in sprint starts
Athletics - Medium sprint start
Athletics - Medium sprint start practice
Athletics - Elongated sprint start

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

-Demonstrate the 'go' position in sprint starts
-Explain the body mechanics when taking off
-Appreciate the importance of proper technique in sprinting

- Practice the 'go' position following the set command
- Demonstrate stepping forward with force at the command
- Practice keeping the head in an upright position
- Focus eyes straight ahead on the lane
- Practice pushing knees forward and raising them for a longer stride

What happens during the 'go' phase of a sprint start?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 80
- Digital resources
- Open field with marked lanes
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 82
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 83
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 84

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Athletics - Elongated sprint start practice
Athletics - Comparing sprint starts

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

-Practice the elongated sprint start
-Demonstrate proper form and technique
-Show confidence in executing the elongated sprint start

- Practice the elongated sprint start in groups
- Demonstrate the correct position of legs with the knee of the back leg behind the front leg
- Ensure proper arm and hand positioning
- Practice the full sequence from 'on your marks' to 'go'

What are the key differences in leg positioning between the medium and elongated sprint starts?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 85
- Digital resources
- Open field with marked lanes

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Athletics - The Kenyan flag
Athletics - Painting the Kenyan flag

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

-Identify the colors of the Kenyan flag
-Describe the arrangement of colors on the Kenyan flag
-Show interest in the Kenyan flag

- Study the Kenyan flag and identify its colors
- Discuss which primary and secondary colors are found on the Kenyan flag
- Describe how the colors follow each other on the Kenyan flag
- Search for images of the Kenyan flag from virtual sources

What colors are found on the Kenyan flag and how are they arranged?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 85
- Digital resources
- Pictures of the Kenyan flag
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 86
- Plain/Manila paper
- Paint brushes
- Color paints
- Pencil or pen
- Glue

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignment

Performance and Display

Athletics - Completing the Kenyan flag
Athletics - Kenya National Anthem

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

-Complete the painting of the Kenyan flag
-Attach the flag to a suitable handle
-Appreciate the Kenyan flag as a national symbol

- Complete painting all sections of the flag
- Fix the flag on a stick or wire about 20 centimeters long
- Display the flag and receive feedback
- Discuss the meaning of the colors on the Kenyan flag

Why is it important to know the correct colors and arrangement of the Kenyan flag?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 87
- Sticks/wire for handle
- Completed painted flags
- Glue
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 88
- Text of the Kenya National Anthem
- Digital resources

- Observation - Project work - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Athletics - Singing the Kenya National Anthem
Athletics - Sprint competition preparation

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

-Sing the Kenya National Anthem with proper diction
-Maintain the correct tempo and rhythm
-Show reverence when singing the National Anthem

- Sing the Kenya National Anthem in groups applying performance techniques
- Focus on accuracy in tune and proper pronunciation
- Maintain appropriate tempo
- Observe the appropriate etiquette when singing the National Anthem

How should we sing the Kenya National Anthem?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 88
- Recording of the Kenya National Anthem
- Digital resources
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 89
- Open field with marked lanes
- Painted Kenyan flags

- Observation - Performance assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Athletics - Sprint competition
Athletics - Recording sprint performances

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

-Participate in a sprint competition
-Apply the correct sprint techniques
-Show sportsmanship during the competition

- Form athletics teams in class
- Participate in a sprint competition
- Apply the sprint start techniques learned
- Cheer teams while displaying the Kenyan flags
- Take photos and videos of the competition

How do we apply sprint techniques in a competition?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 89
- Open field with marked lanes
- Painted Kenyan flags
- Digital devices for recording
- Digital devices for recording
- Recordings of sprint competitions

- Observation - Performance assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Athletics - The value of national symbols
Athletics - Review and Assessment

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

-Explain the value of flying the Kenyan flag during athletic events
-Discuss the importance of singing the National Anthem
-Appreciate national symbols

- Discuss the value of flying the Kenyan flag during athletic events
- Explain the importance of singing the National Anthem
- Watch videos of international athletics competitions
- Observe how flags are used and national anthems are sung

Why is it important to display national symbols during athletic events?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 89
- Digital resources
- Videos of international competitions
- Painted Kenyan flags
- Open field with marked lanes
- Self-assessment forms

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignment

Performance and Display

Athletics - Sports safety
Athletics - Extended activities

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

-Identify safety measures in athletics
-Demonstrate safe practices during sprinting
-Show concern for safety during athletic activities

- Discuss safety measures in athletics
- Demonstrate safe practices during warm-up, sprint starts, and sprinting
- Explain the importance of proper footwear and clothing
- Discuss how to prevent injuries during athletic activities

Why is safety important in athletics?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 89
- Open field with marked lanes
- First aid kit
- Digital resources
- Digital resources
- Videos of athletics competitions
- Painted Kenyan flags

- Observation - Oral questions - Practical demonstration

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Introduction to gymnastics
Gymnastics - Safety in gymnastics

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

-Explain what gymnastics is
-Identify balances and rolls as fundamental to gymnastics
-Show interest in learning gymnastics

- Discuss what gymnastics is and why it's important
- Explain why balances and rolls are the basis of gymnastics
- Discuss how gymnastics helps with body coordination and control
- Watch videos/demonstrations of gymnastic activities

What is gymnastics and why is it important?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 90
- Digital resources
- Videos of gymnastics
- Mats
- Mats
- First aid kit

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignment

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - The crab balance
Gymnastics - Crab balance demonstration

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

-Describe the crab balance in gymnastics
-Identify the position of hands, body, and legs
-Show interest in learning the crab balance

- Observe a learner performing a crab balance
- Discuss the position of hands in the picture
- Talk about the position of the body in the picture
- Describe the direction of feet and hands in the picture
- Identify the position of legs in the picture

What is the correct body position for a crab balance?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 91
- Digital resources
- Mats
- Pictures of crab balance
- Digital resources

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignment

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Crab balance progression
Gymnastics - The side roll

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

-Demonstrate the full crab balance
-Maintain proper body alignment
-Show confidence in performing the crab balance

- Practice lifting hips off the ground in the crab position
- Ensure the body forms a straight line from shoulders to knees
- Use arms and legs to support the body with hips lifted
- Hold this position for a few seconds without moving
- Practice multiple times with increasing duration

How do we maintain proper form in the crab balance?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 92
- Mats
- Digital resources
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 94
- Digital resources
- Pictures of side roll

- Observation - Practical assessment - Self-assessment

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Side roll demonstration
Gymnastics - Side roll progression

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

-Follow the steps for performing a side roll
-Demonstrate the beginning steps of the side roll
-Show willingness to try the side roll

- Watch a demonstration of the side roll
- Practice kneeling on the floor and stretching out the left leg
- Stretch out arms to the sides
- Practice the starting position multiple times
- Discuss safety considerations

How do we begin learning the side roll?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 94
- Mats
- Digital resources
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 95

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Performing the crab balance
Gymnastics - Crab balance practice

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

-Perform the crab balance correctly
-Follow all steps in sequence
-Value the skill of balancing in gymnastics

- Identify the gymnastic skill in the picture (crab balance)
- Follow all steps to perform a crab balance
- Watch a video demonstration
- Take turns performing the crab balance
- Take photos and videos of the performance

How do we perform a correct crab balance?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 95
- Mats
- Digital devices
- Videos of crab balance
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 96
- Digital resources

- Observation - Practical assessment - Digital portfolio

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Performing the side roll
Gymnastics - Side roll practice

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

-Perform the side roll correctly
-Follow all steps in sequence
-Value the skill of rolling in gymnastics

- Look at pictures showing the side roll progression
- Follow all steps to perform a side roll
- Practice the side roll technique while observing safety
- Take turns performing the side roll
- Describe how to perform a side roll

How do we perform a correct side roll?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 96
- Mats
- Digital resources

- Observation - Practical assessment - Oral descriptions

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Combining crab balance and side roll
Gymnastics - Combining side roll and crab balance

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

-Perform the crab balance followed by a side roll
-Transition smoothly between the two skills
-Show confidence in combining gymnastics skills

- Watch a demonstration of the crab balance and side roll
- Describe how the crab balance and side roll were performed
- Practice transitioning from the crab balance to the side roll
- Take turns performing the combined skills
- Observe safety throughout the sequence

How can we combine the crab balance and side roll in a sequence?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 97
- Mats
- Digital resources
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 98

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Patriotic songs during warm-up
Gymnastics - Percussion instruments with gymnastics

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

-Sing patriotic songs during warm-up
-Perform warm-up exercises to music
-Appreciate the connection between music and movement

- Identify appropriate patriotic songs for warm-up
- Demonstrate warm-up exercises that can be done to music
- Practice singing patriotic songs during general warm-up
- Synchronize movements with the rhythm of the songs
- Discuss how music enhances warm-up routines

How does music enhance warm-up exercises in gymnastics?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 93
- Audio recordings of patriotic songs
- Digital resources
- Mats
- Percussion instruments
- Mats
- Digital resources

- Observation - Performance assessment - Oral questions

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - French rhythm names with gymnastics

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

-Recite French rhythm names during roll performance
-Coordinate movement with rhythm
-Value the integration of rhythm and movement

- Learn French rhythm names (taa, ta-te)
- Practice reciting the rhythm names while performing rolls
- Coordinate the recitation with the phases of the roll
- Take turns performing side rolls while reciting rhythm names
- Discuss how rhythm helps maintain proper timing in gymnastics

How can rhythm names help improve gymnastics performance?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 93
- Mats
- Digital resources

- Observation - Performance assessment - Oral questions

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Photography in gymnastics
Gymnastics - Creating a portfolio

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

-Use digital devices to photograph gymnastics performances
-Focus on capturing key moments
-Show interest in documenting physical activities

- Learn basic photography skills for capturing movement
- Practice using digital devices to photograph gymnastics performances
- Focus on capturing the crab balance and side roll
- Take multiple photos to capture different phases of the movements
- Discuss the importance of center of interest in photography

How can photography help improve gymnastics performance?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 93
- Digital devices
- Mats
- Gymnastic performers
- Photographs of gymnastics performances
- Digital portfolio tools

- Observation - Project work - Digital portfolio

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Performing gymnastics with rhythm
Songs - Types of songs

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

-Perform the side roll to a rhythmic pattern
-Coordinate movement with rhythm
-Show confidence in rhythmic gymnastics

- Practice performing the side roll to the rhythm of taa (stance) and ta-te (progression)
- Coordinate the recitation of rhythm names with the movement
- Take turns performing while others recite the rhythm
- Discuss how rhythm enhances the flow of movement
- Record performances for review

How does rhythm enhance the performance of gymnastics skills?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 93
- Mats
- Digital resources
- Digital devices for recording
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 99
- Audio recordings of songs

- Observation - Performance assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Songs - Occasions for different songs
Songs - Sacred, patriotic, and topical songs

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

-Identify occasions when different types of songs are sung
-Match songs to appropriate occasions
-Appreciate the role of songs in different occasions

- Look at pictures showing different occasions
- Identify types of songs sung in each occasion
- Discuss why certain types of songs are appropriate for specific occasions
- Sing songs that would be appropriate for different occasions
- Create a chart matching song types to occasions

When are different types of songs performed?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 100
- Digital resources
- Pictures of different occasions
- Audio recordings of songs
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 101
- Dictionary

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignment

Performance and Display

Songs - Patriotic songs
Songs - Patriotic song performance

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

-Sing patriotic songs with proper technique
-Identify the message in patriotic songs
-Show love for their country through patriotic songs

- Search for and listen to patriotic songs in Kenya
- Hum the first verse of the song
- Tap the rhythm of the song while humming
- Read the words of the first verse and discuss the message
- Practice singing the verse in the correct pitch and rhythm

How do we sing patriotic songs correctly?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 102
- Digital resources
- Audio recordings of patriotic songs
- Audio recordings of patriotic songs
- Digital devices for recording

- Observation - Performance assessment - Oral questions

Performance and Display

Songs - Kenya National Anthem
Songs - Sacred songs

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

-Sing the first verse of the Kenya National Anthem
-Identify the type of song the National Anthem is
-Show reverence when singing the National Anthem

- Sing the first verse of the Kenya National Anthem in English
- Discuss the type of song the National Anthem is
- Practice singing in correct pitch and rhythm
- Discuss the etiquette to observe when singing the National Anthem
- Perform the National Anthem during school assembly

How should we perform the Kenya National Anthem?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 102
- Digital resources
- Audio recording of the Kenya National Anthem
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 103
- Audio recordings of sacred songs

- Observation - Performance assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Songs - Singing with expressions
Songs - The East African Community Anthem

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

-Explain how mood is expressed in songs
-Apply tempo and dynamics in singing
-Appreciate the importance of expression in singing

- Discuss how mood is expressed in songs
- Explain tempo and dynamics in singing
- Practice singing songs with different tempos (slow, fast)
- Practice singing songs with different dynamics (loud, soft)
- Play musical chairs to experience different tempos

How do tempo and dynamics affect the mood of a song?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 104
- Digital resources
- Audio recordings of songs with different tempos and dynamics
- Chairs for musical chairs
- Audio recording of the East African Community Anthem

- Observation - Performance assessment - Oral questions

Performance and Display

Songs - Diction, facial expression, and gestures
Songs - Types of folk songs

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

-Demonstrate proper diction when singing
-Use appropriate facial expressions and gestures
-Value the importance of expression in singing

- Search for and watch the song "Wimbo wa Historia" by Leyla
- Observe the performer's face and identify the mood expressed
- Practice singing the song showing the correct mood
- Use appropriate facial expressions and gestures while singing
- Rate each other's performances

How do diction, facial expressions, and gestures enhance a song's performance?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 106
- Digital resources
- Video recording of "Wimbo wa Historia" by Leyla
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 107
- Audio recordings of Kenyan folk songs
- Pictures of traditional clothes

- Observation - Performance assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Songs - Classifying folk songs
Songs - Types of Kenyan folk songs

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

-Classify folk songs according to occasions
-Identify communities of origin for folk songs
-Show interest in folk songs from different communities

- Listen to folk songs from different Kenyan communities
- Classify the songs according to communities and occasions
- Create a table with information about folk songs
- Discuss why folk songs are important in communities
- Sing a folk song from your community

How do we classify folk songs from different Kenyan communities?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 107
- Digital resources
- Audio recordings of Kenyan folk songs
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 108

- Observation - Written assignment - Performance assessment

Performance and Display

Songs - Folk song costume decoration
Songs - Creating decorated costumes

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

-Explore indigenous methods of decorating costumes
-Identify fabric decoration techniques
-Show interest in traditional decoration methods

- Explore indigenous methods of decorating costumes (tie-dye or beadwork)
- Identify the fabric decoration techniques used by the local community
- Discuss materials needed for decorating costumes
- Plan for decoration of a costume for a folk song performance

How do Kenyan communities decorate costumes for performing folk songs?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 110
- Samples of decorated costumes
- Digital resources
- Pictures of traditional costumes
- Fabric
- Dye (artificial/natural)
- Rubber bands
- Plastic gloves
- Water
- Containers

- Observation - Oral questions - Project planning

Performance and Display

Songs - Beadwork for costume decoration
Songs - Performing an indigenous Kenyan folk song

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

-Decorate a costume using beadwork
-Use recyclable materials for beadwork
-Show creativity in costume decoration

- Gather recyclable materials for beadwork
- Demonstrate beadwork techniques using recyclable materials
- Focus on type of beads, color, and function
- Apply the technique to decorate a costume for folk song performance
- Display the decorated costumes

How do we use recyclable materials for beadwork decoration?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 110
- Recyclable materials for beads
- Thread
- Needles
- Fabric
- Digital resources
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 109
- Digital resources
- Traditional instruments
- Decorated costumes

- Observation - Project work - Practical assessment

Performance and Display

Songs - Folk song performance
Songs - Valuing indigenous Kenyan folk songs

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

-Perform a folk song with appropriate expression
-Use correct diction, facial expressions, and gestures
-Appreciate the cultural value of folk songs

- Perform a folk song to classmates
- Focus on using correct diction, facial expressions, and gestures
- Wear the decorated costumes for the performance
- Use percussion instruments to accompany the performance
- Record the performance using a digital device
- Discuss the performance as a class

How do we evaluate a folk song performance?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 110
- Digital devices for recording
- Traditional instruments
- Decorated costumes
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 111
- Digital resources

- Observation - Performance assessment - Digital portfolio - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Songs - Extended activities
Descant Recorder - Parts of a descant recorder

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

-Listen to and learn topical songs
-Perform songs for family members
-Share the message of songs with others

- Listen to a topical song about diseases
- Write down the words of the song
- Learn the song and sing it to family members
- Ask a family member to record the performance
- Request feedback on diction
- Explain the message of the song to family

How can we share what we've learned about songs with others?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 112
- Digital devices for recording
- Audio recordings of topical songs
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 119
- Descant recorder
- Digital resources

- Observation - Home project - Self-assessment

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Assembly and disassembly
Descant Recorder - Holding and blowing

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

-Assemble and disassemble the descant recorder
-Handle the parts carefully
-Show care when handling musical instruments

- Explore the descant recorder and identify its parts
- Demonstrate how to assemble the descant recorder
- Practice assembling and disassembling the recorder
- Discuss the importance of careful handling
- Return the recorder to its case after use

How do we assemble and disassemble a descant recorder correctly?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 120
- Descant recorder
- Recorder case
- Digital resources
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 122

- Observation - Practical assessment - Oral questions

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Correct posture
Descant Recorder - Covering the fingering holes

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

-Demonstrate correct posture when playing the recorder
-Practice holding the recorder while standing and sitting
-Show awareness of proper breathing techniques

- Practice sitting upright or standing straight when playing
- Demonstrate holding the recorder with the left hand first
- Support the recorder with the right hand
- Practice maintaining proper posture while playing
- Discuss the importance of good posture for breathing

Why is correct posture important when playing the descant recorder?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 123
- Descant recorder
- Digital resources
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 124

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Producing sound
Descant Recorder - Care and maintenance

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

-Produce sound on the descant recorder
-Apply proper blowing technique
-Show perseverance in learning to play

- Practice placing lips correctly on the mouthpiece
- Demonstrate how to blow gently into the recorder
- Practice producing clear sound
- Discuss how to avoid over-blowing
- Practice breathing techniques for playing

How do we produce good sound quality on the descant recorder?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 125
- Descant recorder
- Digital resources
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 126
- Cleaning materials

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Hygiene, storage, and handling
Descant Recorder - Making a decorated case

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

-Demonstrate proper hygiene when using a descant recorder
-Store a descant recorder correctly
-Show responsibility in handling a descant recorder

- Discuss ways of caring for a descant recorder displayed on a poster
- Research the importance of hygiene, storage, and handling
- Present findings in class
- Demonstrate proper handling and storage
- Discuss the importance of not sharing mouthpieces

How do we ensure proper hygiene, storage, and handling of a descant recorder?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 127
- Descant recorder
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 120
- Recyclable materials
- Fabric/leather
- Yarn
- Digital resources

- Observation - Oral questions - Practical assessment

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Creating a case
Descant Recorder - Embellishing the case

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

-Make a descant recorder case
-Apply stitching or crocheting techniques
-Show patience in crafting

- Make a descant recorder case by stitching fabric/leather
- Alternatively, crochet the case using yarn
- Consider color variation in the design
- Ensure the case is the right size for the recorder
- Discuss challenges encountered and solutions found

How do we make a case for a descant recorder?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 120
- Fabric/leather
- Yarn
- Needles
- Scissors
- Digital resources
- Found objects
- Glue
- Recorder cases

- Observation - Project work - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Cleaning a descant recorder

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

-Clean a descant recorder properly
-Explain the steps for cleaning a descant recorder
-Value the importance of keeping instruments clean

- Gather materials needed for cleaning a descant recorder
- Follow steps to clean a descant recorder
- Separate the recorder into individual parts
- Clean the parts with appropriate materials
- Dry and reassemble the recorder
- Store the recorder properly

How do we clean a descant recorder properly?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 129
- Descant recorder
- Cleaning materials (soft cloth, warm water, soap)
- Cleaning rod
- Dry towel

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Playing Note B
Descant Recorder - Playing rhythms with Note B

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

-Identify the fingering position for Note B
-Play Note B on the descant recorder
-Show interest in learning to play notes

- Look at pictures showing fingering for Note B
- Discuss which holes to cover when playing Note B
- Practice covering the first hole with the index finger and the back hole with the thumb
- Blow gently into the mouthpiece using correct tonguing technique
- Practice playing Note B repeatedly

How do we play Note B on the descant recorder?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 130
- Descant recorder
- Digital resources
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 131

- Observation - Practical assessment - Performance assessment

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Playing Note A
Descant Recorder - Comparing Notes B and A

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

-Identify the fingering position for Note A
-Play Note A on the descant recorder
-Show interest in learning new notes

- Look at the fingering position for Note A
- Cover the back hole with the left thumb, the first hole with the index finger, and the second hole with the middle finger
- Practice playing Note A with proper fingering
- Ensure proper coverage of the finger holes
- Produce a clear sound by gently blowing and tonguing

How do we play Note A on the descant recorder?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 131
- Descant recorder
- Digital resources

- Observation - Practical assessment - Performance assessment

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Playing rhythms with Note A
Descant Recorder - Playing Note G

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

-Play rhythmic patterns using Note A
-Apply proper tonguing technique
-Show enjoyment in playing rhythms

- Play rhythms as classmates say the corresponding French rhythm names
- Practice playing Note A with the rhythm 'taa taa taa taa taa'
- Practice playing Note A with a rhythm that alternates with Note B
- Take turns playing and reciting rhythm names
- Focus on maintaining proper fingering and blowing technique

How do we play rhythmic patterns using Note A?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 132
- Descant recorder
- Digital resources

- Observation - Performance assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Comparing Notes G, A, and B
Descant Recorder - Playing Notes G, A, B

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

-Compare the pitches of Notes G, A, and B
-Identify the highest and lowest pitch among the three
-Show confidence in playing different notes

- Practice playing Notes G, A, and B
- Compare the pitches of the three notes
- Identify which note has the highest pitch and which has the lowest
- Discuss the concept of pitch in music
- Practice playing the three notes in sequence
- Take turns playing the notes

How do the pitches of Notes G, A, and B compare?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 133
- Descant recorder
- Digital resources

- Observation - Practical assessment - Oral questions

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Using flash cards
Descant Recorder - Playing melodies

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

-Respond to flash cards showing Notes G, A, B
-Play the notes on sight
-Show improvement in note recognition

- Watch as the teacher shows flash cards randomly
- Play the note written on the flash card
- Make flash cards for Notes G, A, B
- Use the flash cards to practice playing the notes
- Take turns showing flash cards and playing notes
- Focus on quick recognition and response

How can flash cards help us learn to play the descant recorder?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 133
- Descant recorder
- Flash cards
- Digital resources
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 134

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Playing more melodies
Descant Recorder - Playing "Gently sleep"

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

-Play the melody "Down came a lady"
-Apply proper technique and breath control
-Show enjoyment in playing melodies

- Practice playing the song "Down came a lady"
- Focus on the correct fingering for each note
- Apply proper breath control
- Maintain correct rhythm and tempo
- Practice the song in sections before playing it complete
- Take turns performing the melody

How do we play "Down came a lady" on the descant recorder?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 134
- Descant recorder
- Digital resources
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 135

- Observation - Performance assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Practicing more melodies
Descant Recorder - Assessment and review

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

-Play additional melodies on the descant recorder
-Practice with increasing independence
-Show enjoyment in playing the descant recorder

- Practice playing more songs for enjoyment
- Focus on applying all techniques learned
- Search for familiar songs with Notes G, A, B
- Practice playing the songs
- Record yourself playing the songs
- Present recordings to the teacher and classmates

How can we continue to improve our descant recorder playing?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 135
- Descant recorder
- Digital devices for recording
- Digital resources
- Self-assessment forms

- Observation - Performance assessment - Digital portfolio

Performance and Display

Swimming - Ways of water entry
Swimming - Safe pool entry

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

-Identify different ways of entering a swimming pool
-Explain the safety measures for entering a pool
-Show interest in swimming activities

- Look at pictures showing swimming pools with different water entry ways
- Talk about the water entry ways shown in the pictures
- Visit a swimming pool to learn more about entry ways
- Write brief notes about what was learned
- Share notes in class

What are the different ways of entering a swimming pool?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 136
- Digital resources
- Pictures of swimming pools
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 137
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Swimming costumes

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignment

Performance and Display

Swimming - Water games (Simon says)
Swimming - Ring-a-ring of roses

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

-Participate in water games
-Follow instructions during water games
-Show enjoyment in swimming activities

- Go to a swimming pool with a teacher or instructor
- Enter the pool safely without pushing others
- Choose a learner to be Simon
- Follow instructions that begin with "Simon says"
- Ignore instructions without "Simon says"
- Exit the game if an action is done without "Simon says"
- Continue until one learner remains

How do water games help develop comfort in water?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 138
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Swimming costumes
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 139
- Swimming costumes
- Balloons (optional)

- Observation - Participation - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Swimming - Floating in water
Swimming - The mushroom technique

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

-Explain the importance of floating in swimming
-Identify different floating techniques
-Show interest in learning to float

- Discuss the importance of floating in swimming
- Learn that floating allows a person to stay on the water surface without sinking
- Identify different floating techniques (mushroom, back/supine, front/prone)
- Discuss the body positions for different floating techniques
- Watch demonstrations of floating techniques

Why is floating an important skill in swimming?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 139
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Digital resources
- Pictures of floating techniques
- Swimming costumes

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignment

Performance and Display

Swimming - Practicing the mushroom float
Swimming - Back or supine float

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

-Practice the mushroom float technique
-Maintain the float position
-Show improvement in floating skills

- Review the steps for the mushroom float
- Practice entering the pool safely
- Practice taking a deep breath and holding it
- Work on forming the body into the mushroom shape
- Practice holding the position for increasing periods
- Stand up when needing to breathe
- Give feedback to peers on their technique

How can we improve our mushroom float technique?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 139
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Swimming costumes
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 140

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Swimming - Practicing the back float
Swimming - Front or prone float

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

-Practice the back or supine float technique
-Maintain the float position
-Show improvement in floating skills

- Review the steps for the back or supine float
- Practice entering the pool safely
- Work on leaning back slowly into the water
- Practice keeping the chest lifted and back straight
- Focus on keeping the face above water while ears are submerged
- Practice holding the position for increasing periods
- Use the mouth to breathe in and out
- Give feedback to peers on their technique

How can we improve our back float technique?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 140
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Swimming costumes

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Swimming - Practicing the front float
Swimming - Floating techniques

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

-Practice the front or prone float technique
-Maintain the float position
-Show improvement in floating skills

- Review the steps for the front or prone float
- Practice entering the pool safely
- Work on leaning forward and stretching arms
- Practice keeping the body straight while lowering into the water
- Focus on keeping the head in water while hips and legs remain at surface
- Practice holding the position for increasing periods
- Practice lifting the head to breathe
- Give feedback to peers on their technique

How can we improve our front float technique?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 140
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Swimming costumes
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 141
- Digital resources
- Pictures of floating techniques

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Swimming - Safety in floating
Swimming - Gliding in water

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

-Identify safety measures for floating
-Apply safety measures when floating
-Show concern for safety during water activities

- Discuss safety measures when floating in water
- Explain the importance of adult supervision
- Demonstrate safe entry and exit from floating positions
- Practice safe breathing techniques during floating
- Discuss what to do if water enters the nose or mouth
- Review general pool safety rules
- Practice floating while observing safety rules

Why is safety important when floating in water?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 141
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Swimming costumes
- Safety guidelines
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 142
- Digital resources
- Pictures of swimmers gliding
- Videos of gliding technique

- Observation - Oral questions - Practical assessment

Performance and Display

Swimming - Gliding demonstration
Swimming - Practicing gliding

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

-Observe a demonstration of gliding
-Identify the key elements of gliding
-Show enthusiasm for learning to glide

- Visit a swimming pool with a teacher or instructor
- Watch a demonstration of gliding in water
- Identify the streamlined position used in gliding
- Observe how the swimmer pushes off to start moving
- Note how the swimmer maintains minimal movement
- Discuss the head position during gliding
- Ask questions about the technique

What are the key components of a good glide?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 143
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Swimming costumes

- Observation - Oral questions - Written notes

Performance and Display

Swimming - Improving gliding technique
Swimming - Safety in gliding

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

-Improve gliding technique
-Glide for increasing distances
-Show improvement in swimming skills

- Review the steps for gliding in water
- Practice maintaining a streamlined position
- Work on pushing off with more force to glide further
- Practice keeping the head in the correct position
- Focus on minimizing movement during the glide
- Practice stopping safely by pushing down on the water
- Give and receive feedback from classmates

How can we improve our gliding technique?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 143
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Swimming costumes
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 144
- Swimming costumes
- Safety guidelines

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Swimming - Review of water entry
Swimming - Review of water games

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

-Demonstrate different ways of entering a swimming pool
-Choose the most appropriate entry method for different situations
-Show confidence in water entry

- Review different ways of entering a swimming pool
- Discuss when to use steps, ladder, or slide-in entry
- Practice different entry methods
- Focus on safety during each method
- Discuss the advantages of each method
- Choose the most appropriate method for different scenarios

What are the advantages of different water entry methods?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 137
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Swimming costumes
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 138
- Swimming costumes
- Game materials (balloons, etc.)

- Observation - Practical assessment - Oral questions

Performance and Display

Swimming - Review of floating techniques

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

-Demonstrate all floating techniques learned
-Transition between different floating positions
-Show confidence in floating skills

- Review all floating techniques learned (mushroom, back, front)
- Practice each technique with proper form
- Attempt to transition from one floating position to another
- Discuss the challenges and solutions for each technique
- Practice floating for increasing durations
- Give and receive feedback on technique

How have our floating skills improved?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 141
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Swimming costumes

- Observation - Practical assessment - Self-assessment

Performance and Display
Appreciation in Creative Arts

Swimming - Review of gliding technique
Swimming - Assessment and Reflection
Critique of an Art work - Concept of appreciation

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

-Demonstrate improved gliding technique
-Glide for longer distances
-Show confidence in gliding skills

- Review the gliding technique
- Practice maintaining a streamlined position
- Work on pushing off with more force to glide further
- Focus on minimal movement during the glide
- Practice gliding in different directions
- Measure and compare gliding distances
- Give and receive feedback on technique

How has our gliding technique improved?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 143
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Swimming costumes
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 144
- Swimming costumes
- Self-assessment forms
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 157
- Digital resources
- Reference materials

- Observation - Practical assessment - Self-assessment

Appreciation in Creative Arts

Critique of an Art work - Aspects of appreciation
Critique of an Art work - Selecting artworks
Critique of an Art work - Preparing for display
Critique of an Art work - Setting up a gallery

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

-Explain different aspects of appreciation in Creative Arts
-Analyze artworks based on these aspects
-Value the importance of appreciation in Creative Arts

- In groups, further discuss the aspects of appreciation:
- Behavior
- Aesthetic
- Skills
- Message
- Feedback
- Care
- Observe and describe artworks using these aspects
- Create a simple rubric for appreciation

What aspects do we consider when appreciating Creative Arts works?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 158
- Digital resources
- Sample artworks
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 159
- Previously created artworks
- Digital resources
- Display boards
- Props
- Labels
- Artworks
- Display materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignment

Appreciation in Creative Arts

Critique of an Art work - Gallery walk
Critique of an Art work - Critiquing artworks
Critique of an Art work - Folk song analysis
Critique of an Art work - Folk song performance

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

-Take a gallery walk to observe artworks
-Identify different types of artworks
-Show respect for others' creative works

- Take a gallery walk to observe artworks
- Move around quietly and orderly
- Observe artworks carefully
- Note the types of artworks displayed
- Identify materials, media, and techniques used
- Discuss initial impressions
- Follow gallery etiquette

How do we observe and appreciate artworks in a gallery?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 159
- School art gallery
- Digital resources
- Critique guidelines
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 160
- Audio recordings of Kenyan folk songs
- Traditional instruments
- Digital resources
- Digital devices for recording

- Observation - Oral questions - Written reflections

Appreciation in Creative Arts

Critique of an Art work - Folk song analysis
Critique of an Art work - Netball

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

-Analyze folk song performances
-Apply criteria for music critique
-Show respect for different cultural expressions

- Talk about own and peers' folk song performances for analysis
- Focus on community of origin, occasion, instrumentation, participants
- Discuss the authenticity of performances
- Provide constructive feedback
- Suggest improvements
- Discuss the cultural significance of the songs

How do we evaluate folk song performances?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 160
- Recordings of folk song performances
- Digital resources
- Netball court
- Netballs
- Bibs
- Digital devices for recording

- Observation - Oral discussions - Peer assessment

Appreciation in Creative Arts

Critique of an Art work - Athletics
Critique of an Art work - Gymnastics

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

-Participate in athletics events
-Apply athletics skills learned
-Show determination during competitions

- Participate in athletics events for fun and inter-class championships
- Apply skills learned (sprinting, medium and elongated starts)
- Follow rules of athletics
- Demonstrate proper technique
- Record events for later analysis
- Discuss performance after the events

How do we apply athletics skills in a competition?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 160
- Athletics track
- Stopwatch
- Digital devices for recording
- Mats

- Observation - Performance assessment - Peer assessment

Appreciation in Creative Arts

Critique of an Art work - Sport analysis
Critique of an Art work - Kenyan National Anthem

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

-Analyze sports performances
-Apply criteria for sports critique
-Show fairness when evaluating performances

- Appreciate the performances with focus on:
- Teamwork
- Safety for self and others
- Technique
- Sportsmanship
- Watch recordings of performances
- Provide constructive feedback
- Suggest improvements

How do we analyze sports performances effectively?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 160
- Recordings of sports performances
- Digital resources
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 162
- Recording of the Kenya National Anthem
- Text of the Kenya National Anthem

- Observation - Oral discussions - Peer assessment

Appreciation in Creative Arts

Critique of an Art work - Importance of appreciation
Critique of an Art work - Creating a portfolio

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

-Explain the importance of appreciating Creative Arts works
-Identify values gained from appreciation
-Value the role of Creative Arts in society

- Research on the values of appreciation of Creative Arts works
- Discuss how appreciation preserves and celebrates culture
- Explain how appreciation expresses emotions and thoughts
- Discuss how appreciation helps artists gain new ideas
- Explain how appreciation promotes critical thinking
- Discuss how appreciation encourages artists
- Create a chart with the values of appreciation

Why is appreciation of Creative Arts works important?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 166
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 158
- Creative Arts works
- Digital devices for photography
- Portfolio materials

- Observation - Oral discussions - Project work

Appreciation in Creative Arts

Critique of an Art work - Showcasing artworks
Critique of an Art work - Showcasing performances

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

-Showcase artworks in a gallery
-Explain the process of showcasing
-Value the importance of sharing creative works

- Organize an art gallery in school
- Set a date and invite the school community
- Select the best artworks in each category
- Prepare display boards and areas
- Write short messages describing artworks
- Display artworks effectively
- Answer questions about the artworks
- Share information about materials and techniques

How do we showcase our artworks effectively?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 161
- Artworks
- Display materials
- Digital resources
- Performance space
- Costumes
- Instruments

- Observation - Project work - Peer assessment

Appreciation in Creative Arts

Critique of an Art work - Critiquing displayed artworks

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

-Critique displayed artworks effectively
-Apply criteria for art critique
-Value diverse cultural expressions in art

- Look at displayed artworks
- Identify the artwork and materials used
- Describe the artwork in terms of message, beauty, and skill
- Discuss the uses of the artworks
- Take a gallery walk and critique the artworks
- Give feedback to the artists
- Complete a critique form for different artworks
- Discuss the importance of constructive criticism

How do we critique artworks effectively and respectfully?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 164
- Displayed artworks
- Critique forms
- Digital resources

- Observation - Written critiques - Peer assessment