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
Composing Melody - Starting and ending melodies

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
- Mentor Creative Arts Grade 4 Learner's Book, pg. 74

- Observation -Oral questions -Demonstration

Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Creating short melodies
Composing Melody - Creating melodies with rhythm
Composing Melody - Making clay slabs (1)

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

- Follow guidelines for creating melodies
- Complete given melody patterns
- Create original melodies using d, r, m

- Learn guidelines for creating melodies using d, r, m
-Complete given melody patterns
-Compose original melodies using d, r, m
-Ensure melodies start and end on 'd'
-Share melodies with classmates

How can short melodies be created using d, r, m?

- 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

- Observation -Project work -Peer assessment

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

Composing Melody - Making clay slabs (2)
Athletics - Body posture, acceleration, transition, and finish in sprinting
Athletics - Sprinting techniques practice
Athletics - Practicing medium starts in pairs

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

- Roll clay to create even slabs
- Mark out rectangular shapes of different sizes
- Cut out clay slabs neatly

- Take a rolling pin and roll clay
-Mark out rectangular shapes of different sizes
-Cut out the shapes carefully
-Ensure the slabs are of even thickness
-Set aside to partially dry

How are clay slabs prepared for making sol-fa models?

- Mentor Creative Arts Grade 4 Learner's Book, pg. 76
-Clay
-Rolling pin
-Cutting tools
- 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. 89
- Open space with marked starting lines
- Whistle

- Observation -Project work -Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Athletics - Practicing sprinting technique in pairs
Athletics - Participating in sprint competitions
Athletics - Participating in sprint competitions

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

- Execute sprinting technique with proper body alignment
- Maintain maximum speed during a sprint
- Value the role of practice in improving performance

- Practice proper sprinting technique in pairs
- Focus on start, arm and leg action, and finish
- Mark lines to practice sprinting for short distances
- Provide feedback to partners on technique

What are the key elements of proper sprinting technique?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 89
- Open space with marked lines
- Stopwatch
- Open space with marked track
- Whistle
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 90
- Stopwatch
- Whistle

- Observation - Performance analysis - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Athletics - Athletic event appreciation
Athletics - Sprint skills assessment
Gymnastics - Introduction to balances and rolls in gymnastics

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

- Identify the sprint starts learned in sprinting
- Describe the sprinting techniques learned
- Appreciate the value of athletics in physical development

- Review different sprint starts learned (medium, elongated)
- Summarize sprinting techniques learned throughout the unit
- Discuss the importance of recovery after athletic activities
- Share experiences from participating in sprint events

What have we learned about sprint techniques that can help us in future athletic activities?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 92
- Charts showing sprint techniques
- Digital devices with recorded performances
- 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

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Performance and Display

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

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

- Describe the steps of performing crab balance
- Demonstrate initial positioning for crab balance
- Appreciate the importance of balance in gymnastics

- Watch video clip/demonstration of crab balance
- Observe body positioning of head, hands, and feet
- Discuss how to maintain balance during the pose
- Practice sitting position with knees bent for crab balance

How is weight distributed in the crab balance position?

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

- Observation - Skill progression chart - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Side roll technique practice
Gymnastics - Practicing the crab balance and side roll in pairs
Gymnastics - Crab balance with rhythmic patterns

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

- Demonstrate shifting weight to shoulders during side roll
- Execute complete side roll with proper technique
- Show perseverance in mastering gymnastic skills

- Practice lowering shoulder and head to either side
- Practice shifting body weight to shoulders
- Execute full side roll with proper technique
- Practice standing back to starting position after roll

What is the importance of sequence in performing side roll?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 97
- Safe practice area with mats
- Demonstration charts
- Markers (lime or ash) for circles
- Assessment checklists
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 99
- Markers for square
- Rhythm charts

- Observation - Performance analysis - Self-assessment

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Peer assessment of gymnastics skills
Gymnastics - Group game with gymnastic skills
Gymnastics - Skills assessment
Gymnastics - Self and peer assessment

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

- Evaluate peers' performance of gymnastic skills
- Provide constructive feedback
- Demonstrate respect for others' efforts

- Create assessment checklists for gymnastic skills
- Observe partners performing crab balance and side roll
- Complete checklists indicating strengths and areas for improvement
- Share feedback in supportive manner

How does assessment contribute to skill development?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 99
- Safe practice area with mats
- Assessment checklists
- Pencils
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 100
- Safe practice area
- Audio recording of song
- Open space for game
- Percussion instruments
- Assessment forms

- Observation - Peer assessment - Written evaluation

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Skills integration
Swimming - Introduction to crouch and standing surface dives
Swimming - Watching demonstrations of surface dives

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

- Combine crab balance and side roll in sequence
- Perform to musical or rhythmic accompaniment
- Show creativity in gymnastic performance

- Create short sequences combining crab balance and side roll
- Add musical or rhythmic accompaniment
- Perform sequences individually or in pairs
- Provide feedback on integrated performances

How does combining skills enhance gymnastic routines?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 100
- Safe practice area with mats
- Percussion instruments
- Audio equipment
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 144
- Digital devices for video demonstrations
- Pictures of surface dives
- Charts showing dive progressions
- Pictures of surface dive positions
- Safety charts

- Observation - Performance assessment - Creativity evaluation

Performance and Display

Swimming - Learning the progression of surface dives
Swimming - Water entry safety considerations
Swimming - Practicing the crouch surface dive with safety considerations

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

- Describe the steps in crouch surface dive
- Explain the progression of standing surface dive
- Appreciate the importance of proper technique

- Study the progression of crouch surface dive
- Examine stance, push-off, descent, entry, transition
- Study the progression of standing surface dive
- Compare the two dive techniques
- Discuss safety considerations

What is the correct sequence for surface dive execution?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 146
- Charts showing dive progressions
- Pictures of dive positions
- Video demonstrations
- Water safety charts
- Pictures of safe water practices
- Safety equipment displays
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 147
- Safe practice area
- Position markers

- Observation - Oral questions - Sequencing activities

Performance and Display

Swimming - Practicing the standing surface dive with safety considerations
Swimming - Water games for confidence
Swimming - Floating techniques

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

- Demonstrate the standing surface dive steps on land
- Compare standing dive with crouch dive
- Show confidence in skill progression

- Practice standing dive positions on land
- Focus on proper body alignment
- Follow the progression: stance, push-off, descent, entry
- Practice in pairs with feedback
- Compare with crouch dive technique

What are the key differences between standing and crouch dives?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 147
- Safe practice area
- Pictures of dive positions
- Position markers
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 145
- Pictures of water games
- Props for games (balls, floating objects)
- Safety charts
- Pictures of floating positions
- Demonstration models

- Observation - Performance assessment - Technique comparison evaluation

Performance and Display

Swimming - Mushroom float technique practice
Swimming - Supine floating technique
Swimming - Prone floating technique

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

- Demonstrate mushroom float on land
- Describe the counting procedure for float
- Show confidence in float technique

- Practice proper mushroom float position on land
- Focus on hugging knees and tucking head
- Practice counting to 10 while in position
- Work in groups for balloon toss activity
- Perform mushroom float when balloon touches water

How does the mushroom float support water confidence?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 148
- Safe practice area
- Balloons for activity
- Demonstration models
- Pictures of supine floating
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 149
- Pictures of prone floating

- Observation - Position demonstration assessment - Group activity participation

Performance and Display

Swimming - Gliding techniques introduction
Swimming - Prone gliding technique
Swimming - Supine gliding technique

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

- Describe gliding as controlled movement through water
- Explain the body positioning for gliding
- Show interest in progressive swimming skills

- Explore gliding as controlled water movement
- Study the concept of propulsion from wall push
- Discuss streamlined body position for gliding
- Compare gliding with floating techniques
- Discuss movement without arm or leg action

How does gliding contribute to swimming efficiency?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 149
- Pictures of gliding positions
- Safe practice area
- Demonstration models
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 150
- Pictures of prone gliding
- Wall surface for practice
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 151
- Pictures of supine gliding

- Observation - Oral questions - Position demonstration assessment

Performance and Display

Swimming - Using digital devices to photograph diving performances
Swimming - Selecting appropriate photographs for e-portfolio
Swimming - Discussing own and others' photographs

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

- Use digital devices to take photographs
- Focus on the center of interest in photography
- Appreciate visual documentation of skills

- Use digital devices to take photographs of dive positions
- Focus on center of interest in photographs
- Take multiple shots from different angles
- Consider lighting and clarity in photography

Why is the center of interest important in photography?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 151
- Digital devices with cameras
- Models demonstrating dive positions
- Photo composition guides
- Digital devices with photographs
- Computer for portfolio organization
- Selection criteria charts
- Digital devices for displaying photographs
- Presentation space
- Feedback forms

- Observation - Photography technique assessment - Center of interest evaluation

Performance and Display

Swimming - Culminating assessment
Swimming - Water safety review
Swimming - Swimming skills documentation
Swimming - Water activities planning

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

- Demonstrate understanding of swimming skills
- Explain safety considerations for swimming
- Show appreciation for swimming as a life skill

- Review all swimming techniques learned
- Demonstrate positions for floating and gliding
- Explain safety considerations for each technique
- Discuss importance of swimming as a life skill
- Share personal reflections on learning

How has learning about swimming techniques contributed to water confidence?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 151
- Assessment forms
- Visual aids of swimming techniques
- Photographs from portfolio
- Water safety charts
- Poster-making materials
- Safety equipment displays
- Drawing materials
- Booklet templates
- Reference pictures of techniques
- Planning templates
- Reference materials on water activities

- Observation - Oral assessment - Written evaluation - Portfolio review

Performance and Display
Appreciation in Creative Arts
Appreciation in Creative Arts

Swimming - Community water safety
Analysis of Creative Arts works - Introduction to appreciation in Creative Arts
Analysis of Creative Arts works - Aesthetic appreciation

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

- Identify water safety issues in community
- Create awareness materials for community
- Show responsibility for community safety

- Discuss water safety issues in local community
- Identify risk areas (rivers, lakes, pools)
- Create safety awareness posters
- Plan how to share safety information
- Discuss role of children in water safety

How can learners contribute to community water safety?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 151
- Local area maps
- Poster-making materials
- Information on local water bodies
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 160
- Pictures of various Creative Arts works
- Digital devices for research
- Charts showing appreciation aspects
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 161
- Samples of various Creative Arts works
- Charts showing aesthetic elements
- Digital devices for viewing art examples

- Observation - Poster assessment - Community awareness plan - Participation evaluation

Appreciation in Creative Arts

Analysis of Creative Arts works - Skills appreciation
Analysis of Creative Arts works - Message appreciation
Analysis of Creative Arts works - Giving constructive feedback

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

- Identify skills displayed in Creative Arts works
- Describe techniques used by artists
- Appreciate craftsmanship in artwork

- Examine skills demonstrated in various artworks
- Discuss techniques used in different art forms
- Compare skill levels in different examples
- Practice identifying techniques and skills
- Express appreciation for craftsmanship

How can we recognize skills in Creative Arts works?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 161
- Samples of artworks showing different skills
- Charts showing various techniques
- Videos of artists demonstrating skills
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 162
- Samples of message-rich artworks
- Charts showing communication techniques
- Cultural context information
- Discussion prompts
- Samples of artworks for critique
- Feedback guideline charts
- Role-play scenario cards

- Observation - Oral questions - Skills identification assessment

Appreciation in Creative Arts

Analysis of Creative Arts works - Participating in netball events
Analysis of Creative Arts works - Participating in athletics events
Analysis of Creative Arts works - Participating in gymnastics events
Analysis of Creative Arts works - Analyzing teamwork in sports
Analysis of Creative Arts works - Analyzing safety in performances

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

- Participate actively in netball events
- Apply learned netball skills in games
- Show sportsmanship during competition

- Participate in organized netball events
- Apply learned skills (passing, catching, shooting)
- Observe rules and referee decisions
- Demonstrate teamwork and cooperation
- Show appropriate sportsmanship

How does participation in sports events develop teamwork?

- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 167
- Netball court and equipment
- Game rules charts
- Team organization plans
- Safety equipment
- Running track and equipment
- Event rules charts
- Starting and timing equipment
- Safety materials
- Gymnastics mats and equipment
- Performance space
- Safety materials
- Sequence planning charts
- Videos of team sports activities
- Teamwork analysis charts
- Communication guide
- Cooperation strategy lists
- Mentor Creative Arts pg. 168
- Safety equipment examples
- Risk assessment charts
- Safety guideline templates
- First aid information

- Observation - Skill application assessment - Sportsmanship evaluation - Teamwork assessment