Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Introduction to melody
Composing Melody - Sol-fa syllables and ladder
Composing Melody - Performing melodies

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

- Sing a lullaby
- Hum the melody of a song
- Identify high and low sounds in a song

- Sing the song "Go to sleep"
-Hum the song
-Compare singing and humming the song
-Identify parts of the song that sound high
-Identify parts of the song that sound low
-Learn about pitch in music

How are high and low sounds identified in a melody?

- Mentor Creative Arts Grade 4 Learner's Book, pg. 65
-Song charts
- Mentor Creative Arts Grade 4 Learner's Book, pg. 66
-Sol-fa ladder chart
-Charts showing melodies

- Observation -Performance assessment -Oral questions

Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Sol-fa in "Go to sleep"
Composing Melody - Sol-fa in "Hot cross bun"
Composing Melody - Hand signs for sol-fa syllables
Composing Melody - Practicing sol-fa with hand signs
Composing Melody - Hand signs in "Mary had a little lamb"
Composing Melody - Free hand lettering of sol-fa

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

- Identify sol-fa syllables in "Go to sleep"
- Sing the song using sol-fa syllables
- Hum the melody of the song

- Study the sol-fa syllables for "Go to sleep"
-Sing the song
-Sing the sol-fa syllables for the song
-Hum the song
-Discuss patterns in the sol-fa syllables

How are sol-fa syllables used in lullabies?

- Mentor Creative Arts Grade 4 Learner's Book, pg. 67
-Song charts with sol-fa syllables
- Mentor Creative Arts Grade 4 Learner's Book, pg. 68
-Digital devices
-Song charts
- Mentor Creative Arts Grade 4 Learner's Book, pg. 69
-Charts showing hand signs
- Mentor Creative Arts Grade 4 Learner's Book, pg. 70
- Mentor Creative Arts Grade 4 Learner's Book, pg. 71
-Writing materials

- Observation -Performance assessment -Oral questions

Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Identifying sol-fa in songs
Composing Melody - Steps to identify sol-fa
Composing Melody - Stepwise motion
Composing Melody - Sound duration in melody
Composing Melody - Starting and ending melodies
Composing Melody - Creating short melodies

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

- Sing a simple song to classmates
- Identify sol-fa syllables in the song
- Record self using digital device

- Sing a simple song to classmates
-Let friends identify the sol-fa syllables
-Sing the sol-fa pitches using hand signs
-Record self using a digital device
-Share recording with teacher

How can sol-fa syllables be identified in songs?

- Mentor Creative Arts Grade 4 Learner's Book, pg. 71
-Digital devices
- Mentor Creative Arts Grade 4 Learner's Book, pg. 72
-Song recordings
-Song charts with sol-fa syllables
- Mentor Creative Arts Grade 4 Learner's Book, pg. 73
-Song charts
- Mentor Creative Arts Grade 4 Learner's Book, pg. 74
- Mentor Creative Arts Grade 4 Learner's Book, pg. 75
-Writing materials

- Observation -Performance assessment -Project work

Creating and Execution
Performance and Display
Performance and Display
Performance and Display
Performance and Display
Performance and Display
Performance and Display

Composing Melody - Creating melodies with rhythm
Composing Melody - Making clay slabs (1)
Composing Melody - Making clay slabs (2)
Athletics - Introduction to sprint starts and sprinting techniques
Athletics - Medium sprint start technique demonstration
Athletics - Medium sprint start technique demonstration
Athletics - Medium sprint start technique practice
Athletics - Elongated sprint start technique demonstration
Athletics - Elongated sprint start technique practice

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

- Use rhythm patterns to create melodies
- Combine rhythm and pitch in melodies
- Show creativity in melody composition

- Use given rhythm patterns to create melodies
-Create melodies using d, r, m with various rhythms
-Ensure melodies start and end on 'd'
-Perform created melodies
-Give feedback on each other's compositions

How can rhythm and pitch be combined in melody creation?

- Mentor Creative Arts Grade 4 Learner's Book, pg. 75
-Writing materials
- Mentor Creative Arts Grade 4 Learner's Book, pg. 76
-Clay
-Polythene paper
-Ruler
-Rolling pin
-Cutting tools
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 80
- Digital devices for video demonstrations
- Open space for practical activities
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 82
- Open space with marked lines
- Digital devices for recording performances
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 83
- Open space with marked starting line
- Whistle
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 84
- Open space with marked starting and finishing lines
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 85
- Open space for practice
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 86

- Observation -Project work -Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Athletics - Body posture, acceleration, transition, and finish in sprinting
Athletics - Sprinting techniques practice
Athletics - Reading and understanding the Kenya National Anthem
Athletics - Singing the Kenya National Anthem in groups
Athletics - Studying the Kenyan flag colors and arrangement
Athletics - Sketching and painting the Kenyan flag
Athletics - Attaching the flag to a suitable handle

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

- Describe the phases of sprinting technique
- Explain how to accelerate when sprinting
- Show interest in proper sprinting technique

- Study pictures of sprinting technique
- Discuss body positioning in different phases of sprinting
- Explore how to increase speed during acceleration
- Learn about proper finishing technique

How can proper body alignment improve sprinting speed?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 87
- Digital devices for video clips
- Open space for demonstration
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 88
- Open space with marked lines
- Stopwatch
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 91
- Chart with Kenya National Anthem words
- Audio recording of Kenya National Anthem
- Audio recording of Kenya National Anthem
- Chart with Kenya National Anthem words
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 90
- Digital devices for searching images
- Chart showing the Kenyan flag
- Paper, pencils, rulers
- Paints (black, red, green, white)
- Brushes
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 92
- Completed painted flags
- Materials for handles (sticks, dowels)
- Glue

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Performance and Display

Athletics - Practicing medium starts in pairs
Athletics - Practicing sprinting technique in pairs
Athletics - Participating in sprint competitions
Athletics - Participating in sprint competitions
Athletics - Recording and critiquing sprint performances
Athletics - Importance of the flag and anthem during events

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

- Demonstrate medium start technique in pairs
- Give constructive feedback to peers on their technique
- Show willingness to improve through practice

- Work in pairs to practice medium sprint starts
- Focus on proper arm and leg action during starts
- Give feedback to partners on their technique
- Refine technique based on feedback received

How does partnered practice improve sprint start technique?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 89
- Open space with marked starting lines
- Whistle
- Open space with marked lines
- Stopwatch
- Open space with marked track
- Whistle
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 90
- Stopwatch
- Digital devices for recording
- Open space for sprint activities
- Playback equipment
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 92
- Pictures of athletic events with flag raising
- Painted flags with handles
- Audio recording of Kenya National Anthem

- Observation - Peer assessment - Skill progression charts

Performance and Display

Athletics - Sprint competition with flag and anthem
Athletics - Athletic event appreciation
Athletics - Sprint skills assessment
Gymnastics - Introduction to balances and rolls in gymnastics
Gymnastics - Crab balance demonstration and practice
Gymnastics - Crab balance technique practice

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

- Participate in organized sprint competition
- Sing the Kenya National Anthem before competition
- Display appropriate behavior during flag raising ceremony

- Organize a complete sprint competition event
- Begin with flag raising and anthem singing
- Participate in sprint races applying learned techniques
- Award winners at the end of the competition

How do ceremonial elements enhance athletic competitions?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 92
- Open space with marked track
- Kenyan flags
- Audio equipment for anthem
- Stopwatch
- Charts showing sprint techniques
- Digital devices with recorded performances
- Assessment sheets
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 94
- Digital devices for video demonstrations
- Pictures of gymnastic positions
- Safe practice area with mats
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 95
- Safe practice area with mats
- Demonstration charts

- Observation - Performance analysis - Competition results

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Side roll demonstration and practice
Gymnastics - Side roll technique practice
Gymnastics - Singing patriotic songs during warm-up
Gymnastics - Playing rhythmic percussion instruments
Gymnastics - Practicing the crab balance and side roll in pairs
Gymnastics - Group performance with percussion

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

- Describe the steps of performing side roll
- Demonstrate starting position for side roll
- Value the importance of proper technique in gymnastics

- Watch video clip/demonstration of side roll
- Observe body positioning, starting and finishing positions
- Discuss how to maintain balance during the roll
- Practice sitting position with bent knees for side roll

How does tucking the head affect the side roll movement?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 96
- Digital devices for video demonstrations
- Safe practice area with mats
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 97
- Safe practice area with mats
- Demonstration charts
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 100
- Audio recordings of patriotic songs
- Charts with song lyrics
- Open space for warm-up activities
- Percussion instruments (shakers, rattles, drums)
- Demonstration charts of rhythmic patterns
- Markers (lime or ash) for circles
- Assessment checklists
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 98
- Markers for circles
- Percussion instruments

- Observation - Skill progression chart - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Relay performance practice
Gymnastics - Reciting French rhythm names during roll performance
Gymnastics - Crab balance with rhythmic patterns
Gymnastics - Peer assessment of gymnastics skills
Gymnastics - Group game with gymnastic skills
Gymnastics - Using digital devices to photograph gymnastics performances

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

- Perform crab balance as a mobility technique
- Execute side roll as part of a sequence
- Show enthusiasm for gymnastic activities

- Mark two lines for relay activities
- Practice crab balance walk from one line to another
- Perform side roll to return to starting position
- Cheer for teammates during performances

What coordination skills are needed for gymnastic sequences?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 98
- Safe practice area with mats
- Markers for lines
- Whistle
- Cones for targets
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 99
- Markers for square
- Rhythm charts
- Assessment checklists
- Pencils
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 100
- Safe practice area
- Audio recording of song
- Open space for game
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 97
- Digital devices with cameras
- Safe practice area for gymnastics
- Display equipment for reviewing photos

- Observation - Performance analysis - Team assessment

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Creating a portfolio of gymnastics photographs
Gymnastics - Home practice and documentation
Gymnastics - Skills assessment
Gymnastics - Self and peer assessment
Gymnastics - Skills integration
Descant Recorder - Exploring and identifying parts of a descant recorder

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

- Select appropriate photographs for portfolio
- Store photographs in organized manner
- Appreciate visual documentation of physical activities

- Review photographs taken of gymnastic activities
- Select best photographs showing clear technique
- Create digital folder/portfolio for storage
- Organize photographs by skill type

How can photography help improve gymnastic technique?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 98
- Digital devices with photography
- Computer for portfolio organization
- Photographs from previous lesson
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 100
- Planning templates
- Digital devices for recording
- List of safe home activities
- Safe practice area with mats
- Assessment checklists
- Percussion instruments
- Assessment forms
- Pencils
- Percussion instruments
- Audio equipment
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 125
- Descant recorders
- Charts showing recorder parts
- Pictures of recorders

- Observation - Portfolio assessment - Self-evaluation

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Learning to hold and blow the descant recorder
Descant Recorder - Assembling and disassembling the recorder
Descant Recorder - Learning care and maintenance of the recorder
Descant Recorder - Health considerations with recorders
Descant Recorder - Practicing holding and blowing with appropriate fingering
Descant Recorder - Collecting materials for making a recorder case

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

- Demonstrate correct posture for holding recorder
- Position mouth correctly on the mouthpiece
- Appreciate the importance of proper technique

- Study pictures of correct recorder holding position
- Practice holding the recorder with proper hand position
- Position mouth correctly on the mouthpiece
- Practice producing sound by gentle blowing

How is a good tone produced on the descant recorder?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 129
- Descant recorders
- Charts showing correct posture
- Disinfectant wipes
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 128
- Charts showing assembly steps
- Demonstration models
- Cleaning rods
- Clean cloths
- Storage cases
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 130
- Cleaning supplies
- Charts on hygiene
- Finger position charts
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 132
- Sample materials (fabric, leather, yarn)
- Recyclable materials
- Storage containers

- Observation - Performance assessment - Peer feedback

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Making a decorated case
Descant Recorder - Embellishing the case with found objects
Descant Recorder - Learning to play note B
Descant Recorder - Learning to play note A
Descant Recorder - Learning to play note G
Descant Recorder - Practicing appropriate playing techniques
Descant Recorder - Playing combined note patterns
Descant Recorder - Playing simple melodies
Descant Recorder - Playing additional melodies
Swimming - Introduction to crouch and standing surface dives

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

- Create a case using appropriate technique
- Apply color variation in case design
- Value creativity in instrument accessories

- Demonstrate stitching technique for fabric/leather case
- Practice crocheting technique for yarn case
- Apply color variation in design
- Size case appropriately for recorder

What techniques can be used to create a functional recorder case?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 132
- Collected materials
- Needles, thread
- Crochet hooks
- Scissors
- Completed recorder cases
- Found objects for decoration
- Adhesives, thread
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 133
- Descant recorders
- Charts showing B fingering
- Digital devices for demonstrations
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 134
- Charts showing A fingering
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 135
- Charts showing G fingering
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 136
- Charts showing proper technique
- Mirror for self-observation
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 137
- Combined note pattern charts
- Transition exercises
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 138
- Notation for "Merrily We Roll Along"
- Audio recording of melody
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 139
- Notation for "Hot Cross Buns" and other melodies
- Audio recordings of melodies
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 144
- Digital devices for video demonstrations
- Pictures of surface dives
- Charts showing dive progressions

- Observation - Project assessment - Creativity evaluation