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WK LSN STRAND SUB-STRAND LESSON LEARNING OUTCOMES LEARNING EXPERIENCES KEY INQUIRY QUESTIONS LEARNING RESOURCES ASSESSMENT METHODS REFLECTION
2 1-2
Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports
Basketball and Logo Design - Designing a Logo for a Basketball Team
Basketball and Logo Design - Creating a Basketball Team Logo
Basketball and Logo Design - Refining and Finalizing Logo Design
Basketball and Logo Design - Applying Skills in a Modified Game
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Analyze the features of a Basketball team logo.
- Identify the purpose of a team logo.
- Appreciate logos as identification symbols.

- Create a final logo design for a Basketball team.
- Apply color appropriately in the design.
- Appreciate creativity in visual representation.
The learner is guided to:
- Study pictures of actual Basketball logos.
- Identify team names and slogans in logos.
- Discuss how logos inspire players and fans.
- Share ideas with classmates.
The learner is guided to:
- Refine their sketches into a final design.
- Apply appropriate colors to the logo.
- Ensure the logo is clear and recognizable.
- Display completed logos for appreciation.
How can a poster be made an effective means of communicating?
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 132
- Digital devices
- Sample logos
- Chart papers
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 133
- Drawing books
- Pencils
- Digital devices
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 134
- Paint/colored pencils
- Drawing books
- Manila paper
- Digital resources
- Basketball
- Team logos
- Open space
- Oral questions - Written responses - Group discussions
- Project assessment - Portfolio - Peer review - Exhibition
2 3
Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports
Swimming - Body Positioning in Standing Dive
Swimming - Techniques for Standing Dive
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe the body position in standing dive.
- Identify water entry techniques in swimming.
- Value safety in water activities.
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss the various safe ways of water entry into the pool.
- Study pictures showing standing dive technique.
- Describe the positioning of arms, legs, trunk and head in standing dive.
- Share ideas with classmates.
How can swimming skills be performed safely?
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 157
- Digital resources
- Video clips
- Pictures
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 158
- Swimming pool (if available)
- Oral discussions - Written responses - Question and answer
3 1-2
Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports
Swimming - Performing Standing Dive
Swimming - Body Positioning in Butterfly Stroke
Swimming - Techniques for Butterfly Stroke
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Demonstrate a standing dive in swimming.
- Execute proper body positioning during dive.
- Show responsibility in following safety rules.

- Describe the body positioning in butterfly stroke.
- Identify phases in butterfly stroke.
- Appreciate proper technique in swimming.
The learner is guided to:
- Perform warm up activities.
- Stand at the edge of the deep end of the pool.
- Get into ready position for standing dive.
- Practice pushing off and diving into the pool.
- Give feedback to each other.
- Observe safety measures.
The learner is guided to:
- Study pictures of butterfly stroke.
- Identify and discuss body positioning of the swimmer.
- Watch video clips on butterfly stroke phases.
- Observe body, arm, and leg movements in the stroke.
How can swimming skills be performed safely?
Why is synchrony important in butterfly stroke?
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 159
- Swimming pool
- Swimming attire
- First aid kit
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 160
- Digital resources
- Video clips
- Pictures
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 161
- Pictures
- Diagrams
- Practical activity - Observation - Peer feedback - Safety checklist
- Oral discussions - Written responses - Observation - Question and answer
3 3
Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports
Swimming - Performing Butterfly Stroke Components
Swimming - Performing Leg Actions in Butterfly Stroke
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Demonstrate the body positioning for butterfly stroke.
- Practice arm actions for butterfly stroke.
- Show confidence in water activities.
The learner is guided to:
- Practice prone body position at the shallow end.
- Use kickboard to practice arm actions.
- Demonstrate arm actions while maintaining body position.
- Give feedback to each other.
- Observe safety measures.
Why is synchrony important in butterfly stroke?
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 162
- Swimming pool
- Kickboards
- Pull buoys
- Swimming attire
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 163
- Swimming attire
- First aid kit
- Practical activity - Observation - Peer feedback - Safety checklist
4 1-2
Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports
Swimming - Performing Breathing Technique in Butterfly Stroke
Swimming - Combining Butterfly Stroke Components
Swimming - Playing Water Games
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Demonstrate breathing technique for butterfly stroke.
- Coordinate breathing with arm movements.
- Show persistence in skill development.

- Combine standing dive and butterfly stroke in games.
- Participate in team water activities.
- Show sportsmanship during water games.
The learner is guided to:
- Use kickboard to practice breathing technique.
- Raise head above water to breathe in during arm pull.
- Immerse head back into water to breathe out.
- Practice breathing coordination with arm movements.
- Observe safety measures.
The learner is guided to:
- Form groups and place floaters in shallow end.
- Take turns to perform standing dive and swim using butterfly stroke to grab floaters.
- Time each group's performance.
- Appreciate each team's efforts.
- Observe safety measures.
Why is synchrony important in butterfly stroke?
How can swimming skills be performed safely?
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 163
- Swimming pool
- Kickboards
- Pull buoys
- Swimming attire
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 164
- Swimming attire
- First aid kit
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 165
- Swimming pool
- Floaters
- Swimming attire
- First aid kit
- Practical activity - Observation - Peer feedback - Safety checklist
- Practical activity - Observation - Team assessment - Safety checklist
4 3
Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports
Kenyan Indigenous Games - Board Games
Kenyan Indigenous Games - Learning Bao
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Define board games as indigenous games.
- Identify types of indigenous board games in Kenya.
- Appreciate the cultural value of indigenous games.
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss what board games are.
- Share experiences with board games they have played.
- Study pictures of Mancala board games.
- Identify common indigenous board games in Kenya.
How do indigenous board games enhance mental relaxation?
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 167
- Digital resources
- Pictures of board games
- Sample boards
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 168
- Bao boards
- Seeds/stones
- Video clips
- Oral discussions - Written responses - Question and answer - Research reports
5 1-2
Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports
Kenyan Indigenous Games - Playing Bao
Kenyan Indigenous Games - Improvising Bao Board
Kenyan Indigenous Games - Playing Bao Game
Kenyan Indigenous Games - Learning Shisima
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain the terms used in Bao game.
- Demonstrate basic Bao moves.
- Show respect for rules during gameplay.

- Play Bao using proper techniques.
- Apply game strategies in Bao.
- Demonstrate fair play during the game.
The learner is guided to:
- Learn terms like sowing, harvesting, move, and continue in Bao.
- Understand the aim of the game.
- Practice basic moves in Bao.
- Follow rules for moving seeds in the game.
- Give feedback to each other.
The learner is guided to:
- Organize themselves into pairs.
- Practice playing Bao on improvised boards.
- Correct each other respectfully.
- Take turns to practice and encourage each other.
- Master techniques and skills needed to win.
Why are board games considered an indigenous game?
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 170
- Bao boards
- Seeds/stones/pebbles
- Digital resources
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 172
- Wooden planks
- Manila paper
- Seeds/stones
- Carving tools
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 173
- Improvised Bao boards
- Seeds/stones/pebbles
- Digital resources
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 174
- Digital resources
- Shisima boards
- Beads/stones
- Video clips
- Practical activity - Observation - Peer feedback - Process assessment
- Practical activity - Observation - Peer assessment - Skills evaluation
5 3
Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports
Kenyan Indigenous Games - Playing Shisima
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Demonstrate playing Shisima.
- Apply proper rules and techniques.
- Show fairness during gameplay.
The learner is guided to:
- Improvise Shisima boards on paper, canvas, or rock surface.
- Select 3 beads of the same color per player.
- Place beads on 3 adjacent points opposite opponent's beads.
- Take turns moving 1 bead along lines to form 3 in a row.
- Practice playing while observing rules.
How do indigenous board games enhance mental relaxation?
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 175
- Improvised Shisima boards
- Beads/stones
- Digital resources
- Practical activity - Observation - Peer assessment - Skills evaluation
6 1-2
Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports
Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports
Kenyan Indigenous Games - Playing with Background Music
Kenyan Indigenous Games - Mental Health Benefits
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Analysing a Play Performance
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Evaluating Play Elements
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Play indigenous board games with background music.
- Appreciate music as enhancement to games.
- Show enjoyment in cultural activities.

- Identify elements for analyzing a play performance.
- Create criteria for evaluating a play.
- Appreciate the importance of analyzing plays.
The learner is guided to:
- Select indigenous music to play in the background.
- Play Bao or Shisima with background music.
- Discuss how music enhances the gaming experience.
- Share ideas on the benefits of music during board games.
The learner is guided to:
- Recall a play they have watched or performed.
- List elements that would form acceptable criteria for judging play performance.
- Use identified elements to create evaluation criteria.
- Organize criteria in a structured format.
How do indigenous board games enhance mental relaxation?
Why is analysis an important skill in Creative Arts and Sports?
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 176
- Board games
- Playing pieces
- Music players
- Indigenous music
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 177
- Digital resources
- Video clips
- Reference materials
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 180
- Digital resources
- Sample plays
- Video clips
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 181
- Digital devices
- Evaluation criteria
- Practical activity - Observation - Discussions - Reflective assessment
- Oral discussions - Written notes - Group work - Criteria charts
6 3
Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Evaluating Performance Elements
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Analyze use of voice in a play performance.
- Evaluate body movement in a play.
- Appreciate detailed analysis in performance evaluation.
The learner is guided to:
- Continue analyzing the play from previous lesson.
- Focus on use of voice, body, and movement elements.
- Evaluate how these elements contributed to the play's effectiveness.
- Record their analysis using appropriate terminology.
Why is analysis an important skill in Creative Arts and Sports?
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 182
- Digital devices
- Sample plays
- Evaluation criteria
- Analytical writing - Oral presentations - Peer assessment - Observation
7 1-2
Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Analyzing Technical Elements
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Analyzing Production Elements
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Creating a Scoring Guide
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Examining Ethical Practices in Sports
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Evaluate character internalization in a play.
- Analyze audience involvement in a performance.
- Demonstrate fairness in evaluation.

- Create a scoring guide for play evaluation.
- Allocate points for different elements of a play.
- Appreciate systematic approaches to evaluation.
The learner is guided to:
- Continue analyzing the play focusing on character internalization.
- Evaluate how actors connected with their characters.
- Analyze how the performance involved the audience.
- Discuss if character portrayal was believable.
The learner is guided to:
- Turn the evaluation criteria into a scoring guide.
- Allocate points for each element based on importance.
- Decide which elements deserve more points.
- Create a comprehensive score card.
- Include description, achievement, and improvement columns.
How can analysis of creative arts and sports enhance creativity?
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 183
- Digital devices
- Sample plays
- Evaluation criteria
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 184
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 185
- Digital devices
- Sample scoring guides
- Stationery
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
- Video clips
- Analytical writing - Group discussions - Oral presentations - Observation
- Project assessment - Group work - Peer review - Quality of scoring tool
7 3
Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Anti-doping Measures
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Analyzing Solo Vocal Music
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe anti-doping measures in sports.
- Identify organizations involved in anti-doping.
- Show commitment to clean sports.
The learner is guided to:
- Research anti-doping measures implemented in sports.
- Identify the Anti-doping Agency of Kenya and its role.
- Discuss the World Anti-doping Agency's responsibilities.
- Explore consequences of doping for athletes.
How can analysis of creative arts and sports enhance creativity?
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 186
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
- Case studies
- Audio/video recordings
- Music scores
- Digital devices
- Research reports - Group discussions - Presentations - Role play
8

MID-TERM ASSESSMENT

9

MID-TERM BREAK

10 1-2
Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Creating Music Analysis Tools
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Performing and Analyzing Music
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Analyzing "Zum Zum Zum"
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Create tools for analyzing vocal music.
- Identify specific musical elements for evaluation.
- Appreciate systematic music analysis.

- Analyze solo vocal performances using created tools.
- Identify musical elements in performances.
- Show objectivity in music analysis.
The learner is guided to:
- Create observation tools for analyzing solo vocal performances.
- Include key, time signature, and performance directions in their tools.
- Write a mini-group music festival program.
- Prepare to analyze other groups' performances.
The learner is guided to:
- Present solo vocal pieces in groups.
- Listen and analyze performances using created tools.
- Identify elements and features from established criteria.
- Discuss identified elements and how they were performed.
How can analysis of creative arts and sports enhance creativity?
Why is analysis an important skill in Creative Arts and Sports?
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 187
- Sample analysis tools
- Music scores
- Digital devices
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 188
- Analysis tools
- Music scores
- Digital devices
- Musical instruments
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 189
- "Zum Zum Zum" recording
- Music score
- Analysis templates
- Project assessment - Group work - Tool creation - Peer review
- Performance assessment - Analytical writing - Oral presentations - Peer assessment
10 3
Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Critiquing Exhibited Artworks
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Art Exhibition Elements
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify elements for analyzing visual artworks.
- Study gallery exhibitions critically.
- Appreciate visual arts analysis.
The learner is guided to:
- Study pictures of exhibited artworks.
- Identify the type of artwork displayed.
- Suggest themes of art galleries.
- Discuss the purpose of art exhibitions.
- Identify mediums used in exhibited artworks.
Why is analysis an important skill in Creative Arts and Sports?
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 190
- Images of art exhibitions
- Digital resources
- Sample artworks
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 191
- Art criticism texts
- Oral discussions - Written analysis - Observation - Question and answer
11 1-2
Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Visiting Art Exhibitions
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Creating Exhibition Analysis Tools
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Role of Analysis in Creative Arts and Sports
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Observe actual or virtual art exhibitions.
- Apply analysis criteria to real exhibitions.
- Show appreciation for artistic expression.

- Explain how analysis improves performances.
- Identify benefits of analyzing creative works.
- Value analytical approaches to creativity.
The learner is guided to:
- Use digital devices to observe artwork in exhibitions.
- Alternatively, visit community art exhibitions.
- Discuss the subject matter of observed exhibitions.
- Record observations in a structured format.
The learner is guided to:
- Brainstorm on the role of analysis in improving performances.
- Use analyzed examples to discuss possible improvements.
- Reflect on how analysis has helped them as learners.
- Discuss how analysis helps develop individual talent.
Why is analysis an important skill in Creative Arts and Sports?
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 192
- Digital devices
- Art exhibitions
- Analysis templates
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 193
- Analysis templates
- Digital resources
- Exhibition images
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 194
- Previously analyzed works
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
- Field reports - Observation notes - Analytical writing - Group discussions
- Oral discussions - Written reflections - Group presentations - Individual contributions
11 3
Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Benefits of Analysis
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Critical Thinking Development
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe how analysis exposes learners to different viewpoints.
- Explain how feedback focuses on strengths.
- Appreciate analysis as a tool for improvement.
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss how analysis shares opinions about works.
- Explore how feedback allows focus on strengths.
- Explain how analysis leads to talent development.
- Discuss how analysis improves various disciplines.
How can analysis of creative arts and sports enhance creativity?
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 195
- Case studies
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 196
- Sample critiques
- Oral discussions - Written reflections - Presentations - Debates
12 1-2
Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Learning from Professionals
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Personal Analysis Application
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Analysis in the Creative Process
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Culminating Project
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Interview resource persons in Creative Arts and Sports.
- Document insights from professionals.
- Appreciate expert knowledge in analysis.

- Explain how analysis informs the creative process.
- Integrate analytical thinking into creation.
- Appreciate the cycle of analysis and creation.
The learner is guided to:
- Interview resource persons invited by teacher.
- Find out how plays influence their life.
- Discuss how they influence society with their work.
- Write reports and present to classmates.
- Store reports in portfolios.
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss how analysis informs future creative works.
- Explore the relationship between analysis and creation.
- Plan how to incorporate analytical insights into new projects.
- Share plans with classmates.
How can analysis of creative arts and sports enhance creativity?
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 197
- Resource persons
- Interview guidelines
- Recording devices
- Student portfolios
- Analysis tools
- Self-reflection guides
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 197
- Digital resources
- Case studies
- Planning templates
- Mentor Creative Arts and Sports Learner's Book pg. 180-197
- Student projects
- Presentation materials
- Digital resources
- Interview reports - Oral presentations - Written documentation - Portfolio assessment
- Written plans - Oral presentations - Group discussions - Creative proposals
12 3
Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Culminating Project
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
In groups, learners are guided to:
13

END-TERM ASSESSMENT

14

RELEASE OF RESULTS AND CLOSING OF TERM II


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