Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Introduction to melody

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

- Observation -Performance assessment -Oral questions

Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Sol-fa syllables and ladder
Composing Melody - Performing melodies
Composing Melody - Sol-fa in "Go to sleep"

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

- Identify sol-fa syllables d, r, m
- Sing up and down the sol-fa ladder
- Value the importance of sol-fa in music

- Observe the sol-fa ladder
-Sing d r m up the ladder
-Sing m r d down the ladder
-Identify which sol-fa syllable sounds the highest
-Identify which sol-fa syllable sounds the lowest

How does the sol-fa ladder represent pitch?

- Mentor Creative Arts Grade 4 Learner's Book, pg. 66
-Sol-fa ladder chart
-Charts showing melodies
- Mentor Creative Arts Grade 4 Learner's Book, pg. 67
-Song charts with sol-fa syllables

- Observation -Performance assessment -Oral questions

Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Sol-fa in "Hot cross bun"
Composing Melody - Hand signs for sol-fa syllables
Composing Melody - Practicing sol-fa with hand signs

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

- Search for the melody of "Hot cross bun"
- Fill in correct sol-fa syllables
- Sing with correct pitching

- Search for the melody of "Hot cross bun" using digital devices
-Sing the song
-Fill in the correct sol-fa syllables
-Note that the melody begins on 'm'
-Sing the sol-fa syllables correctly

How can digital devices help in learning melodies?

- 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

- Observation -Performance assessment -Written assignments

Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Hand signs in "Mary had a little lamb"
Composing Melody - Free hand lettering of sol-fa
Composing Melody - Identifying sol-fa in songs

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

- Sing "Mary had a little lamb" with hand signs
- Follow sol-fa syllables in the song
- Appreciate hand signs as learning tools

- Sing "Mary had a little lamb" while performing hand signs
-Follow the sol-fa syllables provided for the song
-Perform the song in groups
-Give feedback on each other's performance

How can hand signs be applied to familiar songs?

- Mentor Creative Arts Grade 4 Learner's Book, pg. 70
-Song charts with sol-fa syllables
- Mentor Creative Arts Grade 4 Learner's Book, pg. 71
-Writing materials
-Digital devices

- Observation -Performance assessment -Peer assessment

Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Steps to identify sol-fa
Composing Melody - Stepwise motion
Composing Melody - Sound duration in melody

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

- Follow steps to identify sol-fa notes
- Sing along to recordings
- Identify 'd' syllable in songs

- Learn steps to identify sol-fa notes in a song
-Sing along to recordings or hum to melodies
-Practice singing sol-fa syllables up and down
-Identify the 'd' syllable as a reference point
-Note down sol-fa syllables in songs

What steps help in identifying sol-fa notes in songs?

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

- Observation -Oral questions -Demonstration

Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Starting and ending melodies
Composing Melody - Creating short melodies
Composing Melody - Creating melodies with rhythm

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

- Sing "Go to sleep" with sol-fa syllables
- Identify starting and ending sol-fa syllables
- Value proper melody construction

- Sing "Go to sleep" with sol-fa syllables
-Identify which syllable the song starts on
-Identify which syllable the song ends on
-Discuss how the song sounds when ending
-Learn about starting and ending on 'd'

Why is starting and ending on 'd' important in melodies?

- Mentor Creative Arts Grade 4 Learner's Book, pg. 74
-Song charts with sol-fa syllables
- Mentor Creative Arts Grade 4 Learner's Book, pg. 75
-Writing materials

- Observation -Performance assessment -Oral questions

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

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

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

- Identify techniques for making sol-fa syllables with clay
- Prepare clay for making slabs
- Show interest in clay work

- Learn about two techniques for making sol-fa syllables
-Prepare clay by kneading to make it smooth
-Cut a lump of clay and place on polythene paper
-Discuss clay preparation techniques

What techniques are used for making sol-fa syllables with clay?

- 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

- Observation -Project work -Oral questions

Performance and Display

Athletics - Medium sprint start technique practice
Athletics - Elongated sprint start technique demonstration
Athletics - Elongated sprint start technique practice
Athletics - Body posture, acceleration, transition, and finish in sprinting
Athletics - Sprinting techniques practice
Athletics - Reading and understanding the Kenya National Anthem

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

- Demonstrate the complete medium sprint start sequence
- Run a short distance using the medium sprint start technique
- Show confidence in executing sprint starts

- Mark starting and finishing lines on the ground
- Practice the complete medium sprint start sequence
- Run to the finishing line upon "go" command
- Repeat the activity several times for mastery

How can practice improve sprint start performance?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 84
- Open space with marked starting and finishing lines
- Whistle
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 85
- Digital devices for video demonstrations
- Open space for practice
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 86
- 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

- Observation - Performance analysis - Exit tickets

Performance and Display

Athletics - Singing the Kenya National Anthem in groups
Athletics - Studying the Kenyan flag colors and arrangement
Athletics - Sketching and painting the Kenyan flag

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

- Sing the Kenya National Anthem with proper pronunciation
- Apply appropriate tempo when singing the anthem
- Show respect while singing the national anthem

- Practice singing the Kenya National Anthem in groups
- Focus on accuracy in tune and proper pronunciation
- Maintain appropriate tempo during singing
- Observe appropriate etiquette during anthem performance

How does singing the national anthem promote patriotism?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 91
- 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

- Observation - Performance analysis - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Athletics - Attaching the flag to a suitable handle
Athletics - Practicing medium starts in pairs
Athletics - Practicing sprinting technique in pairs

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

- Select suitable material for a flag handle
- Attach the painted flag to the handle securely
- Demonstrate pride in creating a national symbol

- Collect suitable materials for flag handles
- Apply glue on one end of the flag paper
- Attach the flag to the handle securely
- Test the flag by waving it gently

Why is proper attachment of the flag to the handle important?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 92
- Completed painted flags
- Materials for handles (sticks, dowels)
- Glue
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 89
- Open space with marked starting lines
- Whistle
- Open space with marked lines
- Stopwatch

- Observation - Project assessment - Peer critique

Performance and Display

Athletics - Participating in sprint competitions
Athletics - Recording and critiquing sprint performances

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

- Apply sprint start and sprinting techniques in competition
- Participate actively in organized sprint events
- Demonstrate sportsmanship during competition

- Organize sprint competitions in groups
- Apply learned sprint starts and running techniques
- Participate in hurray, back and forth activity
- Practice two push-ups and run activity

How does competition enhance learning of athletic skills?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 89
- Open space with marked track
- Whistle
- Stopwatch
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 90
- Open space with marked lines
- Stopwatch
- Whistle
- Digital devices for recording
- Open space for sprint activities
- Playback equipment

- Observation - Performance analysis - Competition results

Performance and Display

Athletics - Importance of the flag and anthem during events
Athletics - Sprint competition with flag and anthem
Athletics - Athletic event appreciation

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

- Explain why the flag is raised during athletic events
- Describe the importance of singing the anthem at events
- Value national symbols during sporting events

- Study pictures of flag raising during athletic events
- Discuss the significance of raising the flag during events
- Explore the importance of singing the anthem at events
- Role-play a flag raising and anthem singing ceremony

Why is flying the flag important during athletics events?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 92
- Pictures of athletic events with flag raising
- Painted flags with handles
- Audio recording of Kenya National Anthem
- Open space with marked track
- Kenyan flags
- Audio equipment for anthem
- Stopwatch
- Charts showing sprint techniques
- Digital devices with recorded performances

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Performance and Display

Athletics - Sprint skills assessment
Gymnastics - Introduction to balances and rolls in gymnastics
Gymnastics - Crab balance demonstration and practice

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

- Demonstrate mastery of sprint starts and techniques
- Explain the symbolism of the Kenyan flag
- Show pride in national symbols during athletic events

- Demonstrate medium and elongated sprint starts
- Show proper sprinting technique in short races
- Explain the importance of the flag and anthem in athletics
- Demonstrate proper flag handling and anthem etiquette

How do athletics and national symbols connect to form a complete sporting experience?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 92
- Open space with marked track
- Kenyan flags
- 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

- Observation - Performance assessment - Oral evaluation

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Crab balance technique practice
Gymnastics - Side roll demonstration and practice
Gymnastics - Side roll technique practice

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

- Demonstrate pushing up into crab balance position
- Maintain the crab balance position for several seconds
- Show confidence in performing gymnastic skills

- Practice placing hands below shoulders with fingers pointing to feet
- Practice lifting hips up into full crab position
- Maintain the position while shifting weight to hands and legs
- Practice lowering from the position safely

What muscles are engaged during the crab balance?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 95
- Safe practice area with mats
- Demonstration charts
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 96
- Digital devices for video demonstrations
- Safe practice area with mats
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 97

- Observation - Performance analysis - Self-assessment

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Singing patriotic songs during warm-up
Gymnastics - Playing rhythmic percussion instruments
Gymnastics - Practicing the crab balance and side roll in pairs

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

- Identify patriotic songs suitable for warm-up
- Sing patriotic songs with proper diction during warm-up
- Appreciate the role of music in physical activities

- Select appropriate patriotic songs for warm-up
- Practice singing songs with proper diction and rhythm
- Perform general warm-up exercises while singing
- Discuss how music enhances physical activities

How does music support the performance of gymnastics?

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

- Observation - Performance assessment - Peer feedback

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Group performance with percussion
Gymnastics - Relay performance practice
Gymnastics - Reciting French rhythm names during roll performance

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

- Perform crab balance and side roll in sequence
- Accompany performances with percussion instruments
- Demonstrate teamwork in group performances

- Form two groups for alternate performances
- One group performs while the other plays percussion
- Mark circles on the ground for performance areas
- Alternate roles between performing and playing instruments

How does group performance enhance individual skills?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 98
- Safe practice area with mats
- Markers for circles
- Percussion instruments
- Markers for lines
- Whistle
- Cones for targets

- Observation - Group performance assessment - Peer feedback

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Crab balance with rhythmic patterns
Gymnastics - Peer assessment of gymnastics skills
Gymnastics - Group game with gymnastic skills

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

- Perform crab balance with rhythmic movement
- Coordinate movement with French rhythm names
- Value the integration of rhythm and gymnastics

- Mark a square on the ground for activity
- Stand at corners of the square
- Perform crab balance on command
- Move in crab walk while chanting 'taa' and 'ta-te'
- Match steps to rhythm pattern

How does rhythmic chanting improve coordination during crab walk?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 99
- Safe practice area with mats
- Markers for square
- Rhythm charts
- Assessment checklists
- Pencils
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 100
- Safe practice area
- Audio recording of song
- Open space for game

- Observation - Performance analysis - Coordination assessment

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Using digital devices to photograph gymnastics performances
Gymnastics - Creating a portfolio of gymnastics photographs
Gymnastics - Home practice and documentation

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

- Take photographs of gymnastic performances
- Focus on center of interest in photography
- Show interest in documenting physical activities

- Use digital devices to take photographs of crab balance and side roll
- Focus on center of interest in photographs
- Take multiple shots from different angles
- Review photographs for clarity and focus

Why is the center of interest important in photography?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 97
- Digital devices with cameras
- Safe practice area for gymnastics
- Display equipment for reviewing photos
- 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

- Observation - Photo quality assessment - Peer feedback

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Skills assessment
Gymnastics - Self and peer assessment
Gymnastics - Skills integration

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

- Demonstrate mastery of crab balance and side roll
- Perform to rhythmic accompaniment
- Show confidence in gymnastic abilities

- Demonstrate crab balance and side roll individually
- Perform to rhythmic accompaniment of percussion or chanting
- Evaluate own performance against criteria
- Receive feedback from teacher and peers

What progress have you made in gymnastics skills?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 100
- Safe practice area with mats
- Assessment checklists
- Percussion instruments
- Assessment forms
- Pencils
- Percussion instruments
- Audio equipment

- Observation - Performance assessment - Self-evaluation

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Exploring and identifying parts of a descant recorder
Descant Recorder - Learning to hold and blow the descant recorder
Descant Recorder - Assembling and disassembling the recorder

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

- Identify the parts of a descant recorder
- Name the function of each part
- Show interest in learning about musical instruments

- Observe pictures/actual descant recorder
- Identify front and back views of the recorder
- Name the parts (head joint, middle joint, foot joint)
- Discuss the function of each part

How can one identify the parts of a descant recorder?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 125
- Descant recorders
- Charts showing recorder parts
- Pictures of recorders
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 129
- Charts showing correct posture
- Disinfectant wipes
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 128
- Charts showing assembly steps
- Demonstration models

- Observation - Oral questions - Labeling activities

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Learning care and maintenance of the recorder
Descant Recorder - Health considerations with recorders
Descant Recorder - Practicing holding and blowing with appropriate fingering

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

- Describe methods of caring for a descant recorder
- Demonstrate cleaning of the recorder
- Show responsibility in instrument care

- Study pictures of recorder cleaning
- Discuss ways of caring for and maintaining recorder
- Demonstrate using cleaning rod and cloth
- Discuss importance of not sharing recorders
- Practice safe storage techniques

Why is proper care of the descant recorder important?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 129
- Descant recorders
- Cleaning rods
- Clean cloths
- Storage cases
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 130
- Cleaning supplies
- Charts on hygiene
- Finger position charts
- Demonstration models

- Observation - Oral questions - Demonstration assessment

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Collecting materials for making a recorder case
Descant Recorder - Making a decorated case
Descant Recorder - Embellishing the case with found objects

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

- Identify suitable materials for recorder case
- Select appropriate materials based on function
- Show creativity in resource selection

- Discuss purposes of a recorder case
- Identify suitable materials (fabric, leather, yarn)
- Collect recyclable materials for case making
- Sort and prepare materials for use

What materials are suitable for making a recorder case?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 132
- Sample materials (fabric, leather, yarn)
- Recyclable materials
- Storage containers
- Collected materials
- Needles, thread
- Crochet hooks
- Scissors
- Completed recorder cases
- Found objects for decoration
- Adhesives, thread

- Observation - Material selection assessment - Resource collection evaluation

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Learning to play note B
Descant Recorder - Learning to play note A
Descant Recorder - Learning to play note G

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

- Position fingers correctly for note B
- Produce correct sound for note B
- Show interest in playing musical notes

- Watch demonstrations/videos of playing note B
- Practice closing back hole with left thumb
- Place first finger of left hand on first hole
- Support recorder with right hand thumb
- Blow gently to produce B note

How is note B played on the descant recorder?

- 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

- Observation - Performance assessment - Note accuracy evaluation

Performance and Display

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:

- Demonstrate correct posture when playing
- Apply appropriate blowing technique
- Show perseverance in developing skills

- Practice correct sitting/standing posture
- Focus on gentle blowing for clear tone
- Practice correct finger positioning for each note
- Apply appropriate breath control

What contributes to good tone production on the recorder?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 136
- Descant recorders
- 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 - Performance assessment - Technique evaluation