PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY

Listening and Speaking
Reading

Polite language - Introduction
Independent reading - Comprehension

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

- Identify key features of polite language in texts related to personal responsibility
- Listen attentively and respond appropriately to polite language
- Appreciate the value of polite language in effective communication

The learner is guided to:
- Listen to audio/recorded examples of polite language provided by the teacher
- Discuss the key features of polite language with a partner
- Respond to questions based on the listening text on personal responsibility
- Share observations with the class and display key expressions on a chart

How does polite language help us communicate more effectively about personal responsibility?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 1
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 4

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Grammar in Use
Writing
Listening and Speaking
Reading

Nouns - Identification
Handwriting - Introduction
Polite language - Practice
Independent reading - Extended response

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

- Identify nouns in oral and written texts on personal responsibility
- Explain the function and rules of nouns in sentences
- Recognise the importance of using nouns correctly in communication

The learner is guided to:
- Read sentences and identify examples of nouns in context
- Discuss how nouns functions in sentences related to personal responsibility
- Complete exercises identifying nouns in provided texts
- Compare correct and incorrect usage and discuss the difference

How does the correct use of nouns make our sentences about personal responsibility clearer?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 8
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
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- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 13
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 1
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 4

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Reading
Writing
Listening and Speaking

Trickster narratives - Literary appreciation
Handwriting - Drafting
Oral narratives - Introduction

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

- Read and respond to a literary text (trickster narratives) related to personal responsibility
- Identify literary features such as characters, theme, mood and structure
- Appreciate literature as a reflection of real-life values and experiences

The learner is guided to:
- Read the trickster narratives and identify key literary elements and characters
- Discuss themes, moral lessons and how events relate to real life in personal responsibility
- Dramatise or role-play selected parts of the literary text
- Respond creatively through discussion, drawing or short written response

What lessons about personal responsibility can we draw from the trickster narratives?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 10
- Digital devices / audio recordings
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- Lesson notes
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- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 13
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 16

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

SCIENCE AND HEALTH EDUCATION

Reading
Grammar in Use

Simple poems - Comprehension
Count, non-count, singular and plural nouns - Identification

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

- Read and comprehend a text on simple poems in the context of science and health education
- Identify main ideas, supporting details and key vocabulary from the text
- Appreciate reading as a tool for lifelong learning about science and health education

The learner is guided to:
- Skim and scan a text on simple poems and predict its content from the title
- Read the text carefully and answer comprehension questions
- Identify the main idea, key details and unfamiliar vocabulary
- Discuss what was learnt from the text and relate it to real-life experiences

What can we learn from reading texts on simple poems about science and health education?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 18
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- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 20

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Writing
Reading

Punctuation marks - Introduction
Simple poems - Extended response

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

- Identify the features and format of punctuation marks
- Plan a piece of punctuation marks using an outline or brainstorming activity
- Appreciate the importance of planning before writing punctuation marks

The learner is guided to:
- Study model examples of punctuation marks and identify key features and structure
- Brainstorm ideas for a writing task on science and health education and create a plan
- Discuss the structure and features of punctuation marks with peers
- Share plans with the class and note suggestions for improvement

How does planning help us write better punctuation marks about science and health education?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 26
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- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 18

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Reading
Writing
Listening and Speaking

Class readers - Literary appreciation
Punctuation marks - Drafting
Listening for main ideas - Introduction

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

- Read and respond to a literary text (class readers) related to science and health education
- Identify literary features such as characters, theme, mood and structure
- Appreciate literature as a reflection of real-life values and experiences

The learner is guided to:
- Read the class readers and identify key literary elements and characters
- Discuss themes, moral lessons and how events relate to real life in science and health education
- Dramatise or role-play selected parts of the literary text
- Respond creatively through discussion, drawing or short written response

What lessons about science and health education can we draw from the class readers?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 23
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- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 26
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 29

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

HYGIENE

Reading
Grammar in Use

Reading for information - Comprehension
Verbs and tense - Identification

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

- Read and comprehend a text on reading for information in the context of hygiene
- Identify main ideas, supporting details and key vocabulary from the text
- Appreciate reading as a tool for lifelong learning about hygiene

The learner is guided to:
- Skim and scan a text on reading for information and predict its content from the title
- Read the text carefully and answer comprehension questions
- Identify the main idea, key details and unfamiliar vocabulary
- Discuss what was learnt from the text and relate it to real-life experiences

What can we learn from reading texts on reading for information about hygiene?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 30
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- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 34

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Writing
Reading

Narrative paragraphs - Introduction
Reading for information - Extended response

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

- Identify the features and format of narrative paragraphs
- Plan a piece of narrative paragraphs using an outline or brainstorming activity
- Appreciate the importance of planning before writing narrative paragraphs

The learner is guided to:
- Study model examples of narrative paragraphs and identify key features and structure
- Brainstorm ideas for a writing task on hygiene and create a plan
- Discuss the structure and features of narrative paragraphs with peers
- Share plans with the class and note suggestions for improvement

How does planning help us write better narrative paragraphs about hygiene?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 39
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- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 30

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Reading
Writing

Poems - Literary appreciation
Narrative paragraphs - Drafting

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

- Read and respond to a literary text (poems) related to hygiene
- Identify literary features such as characters, theme, mood and structure
- Appreciate literature as a reflection of real-life values and experiences

The learner is guided to:
- Read the poems and identify key literary elements and characters
- Discuss themes, moral lessons and how events relate to real life in hygiene
- Dramatise or role-play selected parts of the literary text
- Respond creatively through discussion, drawing or short written response

What lessons about hygiene can we draw from the poems?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 36
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- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 39

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

LEADERSHIP

Listening and Speaking
Reading

Listening comprehension - Introduction
Reading for main ideas and details - Comprehension

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

- Identify key features of listening comprehension in texts related to leadership
- Listen attentively and respond appropriately to listening comprehension
- Appreciate the value of listening comprehension in effective communication

The learner is guided to:
- Listen to audio/recorded examples of listening comprehension provided by the teacher
- Discuss the key features of listening comprehension with a partner
- Respond to questions based on the listening text on leadership
- Share observations with the class and display key expressions on a chart

How does listening comprehension help us communicate more effectively about leadership?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 41
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- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 42

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Grammar in Use
Writing

Verbs and tense - Identification
Using examples and incidents - Introduction

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

- Identify verbs and tense in oral and written texts on leadership
- Explain the function and rules of verbs and tense in sentences
- Recognise the importance of using verbs and tense correctly in communication

The learner is guided to:
- Read sentences and identify examples of verbs and tense in context
- Discuss how verbs and tense functions in sentences related to leadership
- Complete exercises identifying verbs and tense in provided texts
- Compare correct and incorrect usage and discuss the difference

How does the correct use of verbs and tense make our sentences about leadership clearer?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 46
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- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 51

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Reading

Reading for main ideas and details - Extended response
Class readers - Literary appreciation

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

- Make inferences and draw conclusions from a text on reading for main ideas and details
- Summarise and evaluate key information from the text in own words
- Value critical reading as a means of forming informed views about leadership

The learner is guided to:
- Re-read the text and make inferences beyond the literal meaning
- Summarise the text in own words retaining the original meaning
- Evaluate the author's message and intent in the text
- Find more texts on reading for main ideas and details from books or the Internet and compare ideas

How does reading critically about reading for main ideas and details deepen our understanding of leadership?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 42
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 48

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Writing
Listening and Speaking

Using examples and incidents - Drafting
Sounds and word stress - Introduction

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

- Write a first draft of using examples and incidents applying the correct structure and features
- Use appropriate vocabulary, tone and language in the draft
- Show creativity and personal expression in the written draft

The learner is guided to:
- Write a first draft of using examples and incidents using the plan created earlier
- Follow the required structure and features for using examples and incidents
- Share the draft with a peer and receive initial feedback
- Revise the draft based on peer feedback and improve the content

How does drafting and peer review help us improve our using examples and incidents about leadership?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 51
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- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 53

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

THE FAMILY

Reading
Grammar in Use

Synonyms and antonyms - Comprehension
Comparative and superlative adjectives - Identification

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

- Read and comprehend a text on synonyms and antonyms in the context of the family
- Identify main ideas, supporting details and key vocabulary from the text
- Appreciate reading as a tool for lifelong learning about the family

The learner is guided to:
- Skim and scan a text on synonyms and antonyms and predict its content from the title
- Read the text carefully and answer comprehension questions
- Identify the main idea, key details and unfamiliar vocabulary
- Discuss what was learnt from the text and relate it to real-life experiences

What can we learn from reading texts on synonyms and antonyms about the family?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 56
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 58

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Writing
Listening and Speaking

Friendly letters - Introduction
Sounds and word stress - Practice

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

- Identify the features and format of friendly letters
- Plan a piece of friendly letters using an outline or brainstorming activity
- Appreciate the importance of planning before writing friendly letters

The learner is guided to:
- Study model examples of friendly letters and identify key features and structure
- Brainstorm ideas for a writing task on the family and create a plan
- Discuss the structure and features of friendly letters with peers
- Share plans with the class and note suggestions for improvement

How does planning help us write better friendly letters about the family?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 63
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 53

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Reading
Writing

Synonyms and antonyms - Extended response
Oral narratives (legends) - Literary appreciation
Friendly letters - Drafting

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

- Make inferences and draw conclusions from a text on synonyms and antonyms
- Summarise and evaluate key information from the text in own words
- Value critical reading as a means of forming informed views about the family

The learner is guided to:
- Re-read the text and make inferences beyond the literal meaning
- Summarise the text in own words retaining the original meaning
- Evaluate the author's message and intent in the text
- Find more texts on synonyms and antonyms from books or the Internet and compare ideas

How does reading critically about synonyms and antonyms deepen our understanding of the family?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 56
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 60
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 63

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

DRUG AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE

Listening and Speaking
Reading

Conversation skills - Introduction
Reading fluency - Comprehension

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

- Identify key features of conversation skills in texts related to drug and substance abuse
- Listen attentively and respond appropriately to conversation skills
- Appreciate the value of conversation skills in effective communication

The learner is guided to:
- Listen to audio/recorded examples of conversation skills provided by the teacher
- Discuss the key features of conversation skills with a partner
- Respond to questions based on the listening text on drug and substance abuse
- Share observations with the class and display key expressions on a chart

How does conversation skills help us communicate more effectively about drug and substance abuse?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 65
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 67

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Grammar in Use
Writing

Adverbs - Identification
Commonly misspelt words - Introduction

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

- Identify adverbs in oral and written texts on drug and substance abuse
- Explain the function and rules of adverbs in sentences
- Recognise the importance of using adverbs correctly in communication

The learner is guided to:
- Read sentences and identify examples of adverbs in context
- Discuss how adverbs functions in sentences related to drug and substance abuse
- Complete exercises identifying adverbs in provided texts
- Compare correct and incorrect usage and discuss the difference

How does the correct use of adverbs make our sentences about drug and substance abuse clearer?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 71
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 75

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Listening and Speaking
Reading

Conversation skills - Practice
Reading fluency - Extended response

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

- Apply conversation skills skills in guided oral activities on drug and substance abuse
- Use appropriate language and expression when practising conversation skills
- Show confidence when participating in oral tasks about drug and substance abuse

The learner is guided to:
- In pairs, practise conversation skills in role-play situations related to drug and substance abuse
- Give and receive structured feedback on peers' oral performance
- Record an oral activity and review for correct use of conversation skills
- Reflect on the importance of conversation skills in daily communication

What skills make conversation skills more effective when discussing drug and substance abuse?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 65
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 67

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Grammar in Use
Reading

Adverbs - Application
Songs (lullabies) - Literary appreciation

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

- Use adverbs correctly in sentences and passages about drug and substance abuse
- Apply the rules of adverbs in written and oral contexts
- Value accuracy in the use of adverbs as a mark of effective communication

The learner is guided to:
- Construct sentences using adverbs correctly in the context of drug and substance abuse
- Complete gap-fill and substitution exercises on adverbs
- Peer-check written work for correct use of adverbs
- Play language games involving adverbs and discuss common errors

How does applying adverbs correctly improve our writing about drug and substance abuse?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 71
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 73

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Writing
Listening and Speaking

Commonly misspelt words - Drafting
Listening for details - Introduction

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

- Write a first draft of commonly misspelt words applying the correct structure and features
- Use appropriate vocabulary, tone and language in the draft
- Show creativity and personal expression in the written draft

The learner is guided to:
- Write a first draft of commonly misspelt words using the plan created earlier
- Follow the required structure and features for commonly misspelt words
- Share the draft with a peer and receive initial feedback
- Revise the draft based on peer feedback and improve the content

How does drafting and peer review help us improve our commonly misspelt words about drug and substance abuse?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 75
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 77

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

NATURAL RESOURCES – FORESTS

Reading
Grammar in Use

Visuals - Comprehension
Personal and possessive pronouns - Identification

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

- Read and comprehend a text on visuals in the context of natural resources – forests
- Identify main ideas, supporting details and key vocabulary from the text
- Appreciate reading as a tool for lifelong learning about natural resources – forests

The learner is guided to:
- Skim and scan a text on visuals and predict its content from the title
- Read the text carefully and answer comprehension questions
- Identify the main idea, key details and unfamiliar vocabulary
- Discuss what was learnt from the text and relate it to real-life experiences

What can we learn from reading texts on visuals about natural resources – forests?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 80
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 84

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Writing
Reading

Composition writing - Introduction
Visuals - Extended response

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

- Identify the features and format of composition writing
- Plan a piece of composition writing using an outline or brainstorming activity
- Appreciate the importance of planning before writing composition writing

The learner is guided to:
- Study model examples of composition writing and identify key features and structure
- Brainstorm ideas for a writing task on natural resources – forests and create a plan
- Discuss the structure and features of composition writing with peers
- Share plans with the class and note suggestions for improvement

How does planning help us write better composition writing about natural resources – forests?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 91
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 80

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Reading
Writing

Characters in class readers - Literary appreciation
Composition writing - Drafting

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

- Read and respond to a literary text (characters in class readers) related to natural resources – forests
- Identify literary features such as characters, theme, mood and structure
- Appreciate literature as a reflection of real-life values and experiences

The learner is guided to:
- Read the characters in class readers and identify key literary elements and characters
- Discuss themes, moral lessons and how events relate to real life in natural resources – forests
- Dramatise or role-play selected parts of the literary text
- Respond creatively through discussion, drawing or short written response

What lessons about natural resources – forests can we draw from the characters in class readers?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 88
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 91

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

TRAVEL

Listening and Speaking
Reading

Listening comprehension - Introduction
Intensive reading - Comprehension

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

- Identify key features of listening comprehension in texts related to travel
- Listen attentively and respond appropriately to listening comprehension
- Appreciate the value of listening comprehension in effective communication

The learner is guided to:
- Listen to audio/recorded examples of listening comprehension provided by the teacher
- Discuss the key features of listening comprehension with a partner
- Respond to questions based on the listening text on travel
- Share observations with the class and display key expressions on a chart

How does listening comprehension help us communicate more effectively about travel?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 94
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 96

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Grammar in Use
Writing
Listening and Speaking

Simple prepositions - Identification
Composition writing - Introduction
Listening comprehension - Practice

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

- Identify simple prepositions in oral and written texts on travel
- Explain the function and rules of simple prepositions in sentences
- Recognise the importance of using simple prepositions correctly in communication

The learner is guided to:
- Read sentences and identify examples of simple prepositions in context
- Discuss how simple prepositions functions in sentences related to travel
- Complete exercises identifying simple prepositions in provided texts
- Compare correct and incorrect usage and discuss the difference

How does the correct use of simple prepositions make our sentences about travel clearer?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 99
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 104
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 94

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Reading
Grammar in Use

Intensive reading - Extended response
Simple prepositions - Application

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

- Make inferences and draw conclusions from a text on intensive reading
- Summarise and evaluate key information from the text in own words
- Value critical reading as a means of forming informed views about travel

The learner is guided to:
- Re-read the text and make inferences beyond the literal meaning
- Summarise the text in own words retaining the original meaning
- Evaluate the author's message and intent in the text
- Find more texts on intensive reading from books or the Internet and compare ideas

How does reading critically about intensive reading deepen our understanding of travel?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 96
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 99

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Reading
Writing

Intensive reading (poems) - Literary appreciation
Composition writing - Drafting

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

- Read and respond to a literary text (intensive reading (poems)) related to travel
- Identify literary features such as characters, theme, mood and structure
- Appreciate literature as a reflection of real-life values and experiences

The learner is guided to:
- Read the intensive reading (poems) and identify key literary elements and characters
- Discuss themes, moral lessons and how events relate to real life in travel
- Dramatise or role-play selected parts of the literary text
- Respond creatively through discussion, drawing or short written response

What lessons about travel can we draw from the intensive reading (poems)?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 101
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 104

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

HEROES AND HEROINES – KENYA

Listening and Speaking
Reading

Consonant and vowel sounds - Introduction
Extensive reading - Comprehension

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

- Identify key features of consonant and vowel sounds in texts related to heroes and heroines – kenya
- Listen attentively and respond appropriately to consonant and vowel sounds
- Appreciate the value of consonant and vowel sounds in effective communication

The learner is guided to:
- Listen to audio/recorded examples of consonant and vowel sounds provided by the teacher
- Discuss the key features of consonant and vowel sounds with a partner
- Respond to questions based on the listening text on heroes and heroines – kenya
- Share observations with the class and display key expressions on a chart

How does consonant and vowel sounds help us communicate more effectively about heroes and heroines – kenya?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 106
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 109

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Grammar in Use
Writing

Conjunctions: and, but, or - Identification
Narrative compositions - Introduction

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

- Identify conjunctions: and, but, or in oral and written texts on heroes and heroines – kenya
- Explain the function and rules of conjunctions: and, but, or in sentences
- Recognise the importance of using conjunctions: and, but, or correctly in communication

The learner is guided to:
- Read sentences and identify examples of conjunctions: and, but, or in context
- Discuss how conjunctions: and, but, or functions in sentences related to heroes and heroines – kenya
- Complete exercises identifying conjunctions: and, but, or in provided texts
- Compare correct and incorrect usage and discuss the difference

How does the correct use of conjunctions: and, but, or make our sentences about heroes and heroines – kenya clearer?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 111
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 115

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Listening and Speaking
Reading

Consonant and vowel sounds - Practice
Extensive reading - Extended response

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

- Apply consonant and vowel sounds skills in guided oral activities on heroes and heroines – kenya
- Use appropriate language and expression when practising consonant and vowel sounds
- Show confidence when participating in oral tasks about heroes and heroines – kenya

The learner is guided to:
- In pairs, practise consonant and vowel sounds in role-play situations related to heroes and heroines – kenya
- Give and receive structured feedback on peers' oral performance
- Record an oral activity and review for correct use of consonant and vowel sounds
- Reflect on the importance of consonant and vowel sounds in daily communication

What skills make consonant and vowel sounds more effective when discussing heroes and heroines – kenya?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 106
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 109

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Grammar in Use
Reading

Conjunctions: and, but, or - Application
Class reader - Literary appreciation

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

- Use conjunctions: and, but, or correctly in sentences and passages about heroes and heroines – kenya
- Apply the rules of conjunctions: and, but, or in written and oral contexts
- Value accuracy in the use of conjunctions: and, but, or as a mark of effective communication

The learner is guided to:
- Construct sentences using conjunctions: and, but, or correctly in the context of heroes and heroines – kenya
- Complete gap-fill and substitution exercises on conjunctions: and, but, or
- Peer-check written work for correct use of conjunctions: and, but, or
- Play language games involving conjunctions: and, but, or and discuss common errors

How does applying conjunctions: and, but, or correctly improve our writing about heroes and heroines – kenya?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 111
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 113

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Writing
Listening and Speaking

Narrative compositions - Drafting
Delivering speeches - Introduction

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

- Write a first draft of narrative compositions applying the correct structure and features
- Use appropriate vocabulary, tone and language in the draft
- Show creativity and personal expression in the written draft

The learner is guided to:
- Write a first draft of narrative compositions using the plan created earlier
- Follow the required structure and features for narrative compositions
- Share the draft with a peer and receive initial feedback
- Revise the draft based on peer feedback and improve the content

How does drafting and peer review help us improve our narrative compositions about heroes and heroines – kenya?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 115
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 118

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

MUSIC

Reading
Grammar in Use

Note making - Comprehension
Determiners - Identification

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

- Read and comprehend a text on note making in the context of music
- Identify main ideas, supporting details and key vocabulary from the text
- Appreciate reading as a tool for lifelong learning about music

The learner is guided to:
- Skim and scan a text on note making and predict its content from the title
- Read the text carefully and answer comprehension questions
- Identify the main idea, key details and unfamiliar vocabulary
- Discuss what was learnt from the text and relate it to real-life experiences

What can we learn from reading texts on note making about music?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 120
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 123

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Writing
Listening and Speaking

Packing and shopping lists - Introduction
Delivering speeches - Practice

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

- Identify the features and format of packing and shopping lists
- Plan a piece of packing and shopping lists using an outline or brainstorming activity
- Appreciate the importance of planning before writing packing and shopping lists

The learner is guided to:
- Study model examples of packing and shopping lists and identify key features and structure
- Brainstorm ideas for a writing task on music and create a plan
- Discuss the structure and features of packing and shopping lists with peers
- Share plans with the class and note suggestions for improvement

How does planning help us write better packing and shopping lists about music?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 128
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 118

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Reading
Writing

Note making - Extended response
Characters and their traits - Literary appreciation
Packing and shopping lists - Drafting

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

- Make inferences and draw conclusions from a text on note making
- Summarise and evaluate key information from the text in own words
- Value critical reading as a means of forming informed views about music

The learner is guided to:
- Re-read the text and make inferences beyond the literal meaning
- Summarise the text in own words retaining the original meaning
- Evaluate the author's message and intent in the text
- Find more texts on note making from books or the Internet and compare ideas

How does reading critically about note making deepen our understanding of music?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 120
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 125
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 128

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

PROFESSIONS

Listening and Speaking
Reading

Interviews - Introduction
Non-fiction materials - Comprehension

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

- Identify key features of interviews in texts related to professions
- Listen attentively and respond appropriately to interviews
- Appreciate the value of interviews in effective communication

The learner is guided to:
- Listen to audio/recorded examples of interviews provided by the teacher
- Discuss the key features of interviews with a partner
- Respond to questions based on the listening text on professions
- Share observations with the class and display key expressions on a chart

How does interviews help us communicate more effectively about professions?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 131
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 133

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Grammar in Use
Writing

Adjectives formed from nouns and verbs - Identification
Spelling: antonyms, synonyms and numbers in words - Introduction

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

- Identify adjectives formed from nouns and verbs in oral and written texts on professions
- Explain the function and rules of adjectives formed from nouns and verbs in sentences
- Recognise the importance of using adjectives formed from nouns and verbs correctly in communication

The learner is guided to:
- Read sentences and identify examples of adjectives formed from nouns and verbs in context
- Discuss how adjectives formed from nouns and verbs functions in sentences related to professions
- Complete exercises identifying adjectives formed from nouns and verbs in provided texts
- Compare correct and incorrect usage and discuss the difference

How does the correct use of adjectives formed from nouns and verbs make our sentences about professions clearer?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 136
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 141

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Listening and Speaking
Reading

Interviews - Practice
Non-fiction materials - Extended response

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

- Apply interviews skills in guided oral activities on professions
- Use appropriate language and expression when practising interviews
- Show confidence when participating in oral tasks about professions

The learner is guided to:
- In pairs, practise interviews in role-play situations related to professions
- Give and receive structured feedback on peers' oral performance
- Record an oral activity and review for correct use of interviews
- Reflect on the importance of interviews in daily communication

What skills make interviews more effective when discussing professions?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 131
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 133

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Reading
Writing

Dilemma narratives - Literary appreciation
Spelling: antonyms, synonyms and numbers in words - Drafting

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

- Read and respond to a literary text (dilemma narratives) related to professions
- Identify literary features such as characters, theme, mood and structure
- Appreciate literature as a reflection of real-life values and experiences

The learner is guided to:
- Read the dilemma narratives and identify key literary elements and characters
- Discuss themes, moral lessons and how events relate to real life in professions
- Dramatise or role-play selected parts of the literary text
- Respond creatively through discussion, drawing or short written response

What lessons about professions can we draw from the dilemma narratives?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 138
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 141

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

TRADITIONAL FASHION

Listening and Speaking
Reading

Listening to respond - Introduction
Comprehension - Comprehension

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

- Identify key features of listening to respond in texts related to traditional fashion
- Listen attentively and respond appropriately to listening to respond
- Appreciate the value of listening to respond in effective communication

The learner is guided to:
- Listen to audio/recorded examples of listening to respond provided by the teacher
- Discuss the key features of listening to respond with a partner
- Respond to questions based on the listening text on traditional fashion
- Share observations with the class and display key expressions on a chart

How does listening to respond help us communicate more effectively about traditional fashion?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 143
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 144

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Grammar in Use
Writing

Phrasal verbs - Identification
Dialogues - Introduction

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

- Identify phrasal verbs in oral and written texts on traditional fashion
- Explain the function and rules of phrasal verbs in sentences
- Recognise the importance of using phrasal verbs correctly in communication

The learner is guided to:
- Read sentences and identify examples of phrasal verbs in context
- Discuss how phrasal verbs functions in sentences related to traditional fashion
- Complete exercises identifying phrasal verbs in provided texts
- Compare correct and incorrect usage and discuss the difference

How does the correct use of phrasal verbs make our sentences about traditional fashion clearer?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 146
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 150

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Listening and Speaking
Reading

Listening to respond - Practice
Comprehension - Extended response

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

- Apply listening to respond skills in guided oral activities on traditional fashion
- Use appropriate language and expression when practising listening to respond
- Show confidence when participating in oral tasks about traditional fashion

The learner is guided to:
- In pairs, practise listening to respond in role-play situations related to traditional fashion
- Give and receive structured feedback on peers' oral performance
- Record an oral activity and review for correct use of listening to respond
- Reflect on the importance of listening to respond in daily communication

What skills make listening to respond more effective when discussing traditional fashion?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 143
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 144

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Reading
Writing

Class reader - Literary appreciation
Dialogues - Drafting

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

- Read and respond to a literary text (class reader) related to traditional fashion
- Identify literary features such as characters, theme, mood and structure
- Appreciate literature as a reflection of real-life values and experiences

The learner is guided to:
- Read the class reader and identify key literary elements and characters
- Discuss themes, moral lessons and how events relate to real life in traditional fashion
- Dramatise or role-play selected parts of the literary text
- Respond creatively through discussion, drawing or short written response

What lessons about traditional fashion can we draw from the class reader?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 148
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 150

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

LAND TRAVEL

Listening and Speaking
Reading

Listening comprehension - Introduction
Intensive reading - Comprehension

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

- Identify key features of listening comprehension in texts related to land travel
- Listen attentively and respond appropriately to listening comprehension
- Appreciate the value of listening comprehension in effective communication

The learner is guided to:
- Listen to audio/recorded examples of listening comprehension provided by the teacher
- Discuss the key features of listening comprehension with a partner
- Respond to questions based on the listening text on land travel
- Share observations with the class and display key expressions on a chart

How does listening comprehension help us communicate more effectively about land travel?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 153
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 154

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Grammar in Use
Writing
Listening and Speaking

Simple sentences - Identification
Narrative compositions - Introduction
Listening comprehension - Practice

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

- Identify simple sentences in oral and written texts on land travel
- Explain the function and rules of simple sentences in sentences
- Recognise the importance of using simple sentences correctly in communication

The learner is guided to:
- Read sentences and identify examples of simple sentences in context
- Discuss how simple sentences functions in sentences related to land travel
- Complete exercises identifying simple sentences in provided texts
- Compare correct and incorrect usage and discuss the difference

How does the correct use of simple sentences make our sentences about land travel clearer?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 157
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 163
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 153

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Reading

Intensive reading - Extended response
Praise songs - Literary appreciation

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

- Make inferences and draw conclusions from a text on intensive reading
- Summarise and evaluate key information from the text in own words
- Value critical reading as a means of forming informed views about land travel

The learner is guided to:
- Re-read the text and make inferences beyond the literal meaning
- Summarise the text in own words retaining the original meaning
- Evaluate the author's message and intent in the text
- Find more texts on intensive reading from books or the Internet and compare ideas

How does reading critically about intensive reading deepen our understanding of land travel?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 154
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 160

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Writing
Listening and Speaking

Narrative compositions - Drafting
Pronunciation - Introduction

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

- Write a first draft of narrative compositions applying the correct structure and features
- Use appropriate vocabulary, tone and language in the draft
- Show creativity and personal expression in the written draft

The learner is guided to:
- Write a first draft of narrative compositions using the plan created earlier
- Follow the required structure and features for narrative compositions
- Share the draft with a peer and receive initial feedback
- Revise the draft based on peer feedback and improve the content

How does drafting and peer review help us improve our narrative compositions about land travel?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 163
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 165

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

SPORTS – OUTDOOR GAMES

Reading
Grammar in Use

Summarising - Comprehension
Subject-verb agreement - Identification

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

- Read and comprehend a text on summarising in the context of sports – outdoor games
- Identify main ideas, supporting details and key vocabulary from the text
- Appreciate reading as a tool for lifelong learning about sports – outdoor games

The learner is guided to:
- Skim and scan a text on summarising and predict its content from the title
- Read the text carefully and answer comprehension questions
- Identify the main idea, key details and unfamiliar vocabulary
- Discuss what was learnt from the text and relate it to real-life experiences

What can we learn from reading texts on summarising about sports – outdoor games?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 167
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 170

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Writing
Listening and Speaking

Descriptive writing - Introduction
Pronunciation - Practice

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

- Identify the features and format of descriptive writing
- Plan a piece of descriptive writing using an outline or brainstorming activity
- Appreciate the importance of planning before writing descriptive writing

The learner is guided to:
- Study model examples of descriptive writing and identify key features and structure
- Brainstorm ideas for a writing task on sports – outdoor games and create a plan
- Discuss the structure and features of descriptive writing with peers
- Share plans with the class and note suggestions for improvement

How does planning help us write better descriptive writing about sports – outdoor games?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 175
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 165

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Reading

Summarising - Extended response
Class reader - Literary appreciation

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

- Make inferences and draw conclusions from a text on summarising
- Summarise and evaluate key information from the text in own words
- Value critical reading as a means of forming informed views about sports – outdoor games

The learner is guided to:
- Re-read the text and make inferences beyond the literal meaning
- Summarise the text in own words retaining the original meaning
- Evaluate the author's message and intent in the text
- Find more texts on summarising from books or the Internet and compare ideas

How does reading critically about summarising deepen our understanding of sports – outdoor games?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 167
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 172

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Writing
Listening and Speaking

Descriptive writing - Drafting
Oral reports - Introduction

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

- Write a first draft of descriptive writing applying the correct structure and features
- Use appropriate vocabulary, tone and language in the draft
- Show creativity and personal expression in the written draft

The learner is guided to:
- Write a first draft of descriptive writing using the plan created earlier
- Follow the required structure and features for descriptive writing
- Share the draft with a peer and receive initial feedback
- Revise the draft based on peer feedback and improve the content

How does drafting and peer review help us improve our descriptive writing about sports – outdoor games?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 175
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 179

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

TOURIST ATTRACTION SITES – KENYA

Reading
Grammar in Use

Reading fluency - Comprehension
Affirmative and negative sentences - Identification

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

- Read and comprehend a text on reading fluency in the context of tourist attraction sites – kenya
- Identify main ideas, supporting details and key vocabulary from the text
- Appreciate reading as a tool for lifelong learning about tourist attraction sites – kenya

The learner is guided to:
- Skim and scan a text on reading fluency and predict its content from the title
- Read the text carefully and answer comprehension questions
- Identify the main idea, key details and unfamiliar vocabulary
- Discuss what was learnt from the text and relate it to real-life experiences

What can we learn from reading texts on reading fluency about tourist attraction sites – kenya?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 181
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 184

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Writing
Listening and Speaking

Notices and posters - Introduction
Oral reports - Practice

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

- Identify the features and format of notices and posters
- Plan a piece of notices and posters using an outline or brainstorming activity
- Appreciate the importance of planning before writing notices and posters

The learner is guided to:
- Study model examples of notices and posters and identify key features and structure
- Brainstorm ideas for a writing task on tourist attraction sites – kenya and create a plan
- Discuss the structure and features of notices and posters with peers
- Share plans with the class and note suggestions for improvement

How does planning help us write better notices and posters about tourist attraction sites – kenya?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 190
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 179

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Reading
Grammar in Use
Reading
Writing

Reading fluency - Extended response
Affirmative and negative sentences - Application
Poem - Literary appreciation
Notices and posters - Drafting

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

- Make inferences and draw conclusions from a text on reading fluency
- Summarise and evaluate key information from the text in own words
- Value critical reading as a means of forming informed views about tourist attraction sites – kenya

The learner is guided to:
- Re-read the text and make inferences beyond the literal meaning
- Summarise the text in own words retaining the original meaning
- Evaluate the author's message and intent in the text
- Find more texts on reading fluency from books or the Internet and compare ideas

How does reading critically about reading fluency deepen our understanding of tourist attraction sites – kenya?

- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 181
- Digital devices / audio recordings
- Teacher's Guide
- Lesson notes
- Library books / Internet
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 184
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 186
- Skills in English Grade 7 pg. 190

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists