Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Introduction to solfa syllables
Composing Melody - Singing solfa syllables

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

- Explain what a melody is
- Identify solfa syllables d, r, and m in simple melodies
- Show interest in melodic compositions

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Sing familiar songs with d, r, and m
- Identify the solfa syllables in the songs
- Discuss the concept of melody in music
- Practice singing simple patterns using d, r, and m

What are solfa syllables and why are they important in music?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 63
- Audio recordings of simple songs
- Charts showing solfa syllables
- Keyboard or tuning fork
-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 64
- Solfa ladder charts
- Keyboard or melodic instrument
- Audio examples

- Observation - Oral questions - Singing assessment

Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Recognizing solfa syllables
Composing Melody - Hand signs introduction

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

- Recognize solfa syllables in familiar songs by ear
- Identify pitches sounded on a melodic instrument
- Show confidence in aural skills

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Listen to familiar songs and identify solfa syllables
- Recognize solfa pitches d, r, m played on instruments
- Sing back heard patterns using solfa syllables
- Play simple guessing games with solfa patterns

How can we train our ears to recognize different pitches?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 65
- Melodic instruments
- Audio recordings
- Solfa flashcards
-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 66
- Videos of Kodaly hand signs
- Charts showing hand signs
- Hand sign flashcards

- Observation - Aural recognition tests - Singing accuracy assessment

Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Practicing hand signs
Composing Melody - Free-hand lettering for solfa

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

- Perform hand signs for solfa syllables d, r, and m accurately
- Interpret hand signs shown by others
- Show confidence in using hand signs

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Practice performing hand signs for d, r, and m
- Sing solfa syllables shown by hand signs
- Create and perform simple patterns using hand signs
- Work in pairs to interpret each other's hand signs

How can we use hand signs to communicate musical ideas?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 67
- Hand sign reference charts
- Audio examples
- Flash cards with solfa patterns
-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 68
- Writing materials
- Guide sheets for lettering
- Examples of decorative lettering

- Observation - Performance assessment - Peer evaluation

Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Qualities of a good melody
Composing Melody - Creating short melodies

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

- Describe the qualities of a good melody
- Analyze examples of effective melodies
- Value well-structured melodic compositions

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Brainstorm on qualities of a good melody
- Discuss stepwise motion, variation, and ending on d
- Analyze familiar melodies for these qualities
- Identify what makes melodies memorable

What makes a melody sound good to our ears?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 69
- Audio recordings of simple melodies
- Analysis charts
- Written examples of melodies
-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 70
- Music notation paper
- Melodic instruments for testing
- Recording devices

- Observation - Oral assessment - Analysis exercise

Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Preparing clay for modeling

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

- Prepare clay for modeling solfa syllables
- Create clay slabs of different sizes
- Value the preparation process in art

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Collect clay for modeling
- Prepare and knead clay to the right consistency
- Roll clay into slabs
- Cut rectangular pieces of three different sizes

How does proper preparation affect the quality of clay modeling?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 - Clay
- Rolling pins
- Cutting tools
- Work surfaces

- Observation - Material preparation assessment - Process evaluation

Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Modeling solfa syllables
Composing Melody - Drying and painting

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

- Model clay representations of solfa syllables
- Use coiling technique to form letters
- Show creativity in 3D representation

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Roll clay into coils for forming letters
- Shape coils into the solfa syllables d, r, and m
- Attach the modeled syllables to clay slabs
- Ensure proper attachment and stability

How can we represent musical concepts through visual art?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 - Clay
- Modeling tools
- Reference images of solfa syllables
- Water for joining
-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 - Dried clay models
- Primary color paints
- Brushes
- Palettes

- Observation - Product assessment - Technique evaluation

Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Vocal warm-ups
Composing Melody - Performing melodies

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

- Perform vocal warm-ups in preparation for singing
- Explain the importance of warming up
- Value voice care and preparation

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Learn and practice vocal warm-up exercises
- Understand the purpose of vocal warm-ups
- Perform warm-ups using solfa syllables
- Prepare for singing created melodies

Why are vocal warm-ups important for singers?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 - Audio examples of warm-ups
- Pitch reference (keyboard or tuning fork)
- Voice care information
-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 - Created melodies
- Pitch reference
- Recording device

- Observation - Warm-up performance - Technique evaluation

Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Critiquing melodies
Composing Melody - Creating rhythm for melodies

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

- Critique melodies created by self and peers
- Provide constructive feedback
- Respect others' creative expressions

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Perform created melodies for the class
- Discuss the qualities present in each melody
- Give and receive constructive feedback
- Identify strengths and areas for improvement

How does constructive criticism help us improve our compositions?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 73
- Created melodies
- Feedback forms
- Recording of performances
-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 - Created melodies
- Rhythm cards
- Percussion instruments

- Observation - Oral critique - Peer evaluation

Creating and Execution

Composing Melody - Using percussion accompaniment
Composing Melody - Portfolio creation

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

- Add percussion accompaniment to melodies
- Play simple percussion instruments with melodies
- Value the integration of melody and rhythm

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Select appropriate percussion instruments
- Create simple accompaniment patterns
- Perform melodies with percussion accompaniment
- Work in groups to coordinate melody and percussion

How do percussion instruments enhance a melody?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 74
- Created melodies
- Percussion instruments
- Recording device
-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 - Created melodies
- Photographs of clay models
- Portfolio materials

- Observation - Performance assessment - Group coordination evaluation

Creating and Execution
Performance and Display

Composing Melody - Assessment and reflection
Athletics - Sprint starts and sprinting techniques

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

- Assess their learning throughout the sub-strand
- Identify areas of strength and improvement
- Show appreciation for melodic composition

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Review learning experiences from the sub-strand
- Complete assessment activities
- Reflect on skills developed
- Share experiences of creating melodies

How have our melodic composition skills improved?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 75
- Self-assessment tools
- Completed works
- Reflection prompts
-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Digital resources
- Open field with marked lanes

- Written assessment - Self-reflection - Teacher evaluation

Performance and Display

Athletics - Sprinting techniques
Athletics - Sprint start progression
Athletics - Set position in sprint starts
Athletics - Go position in sprint starts

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

-Demonstrate the sprinting technique
-Explain body posture in sprinting
-Show interest in practicing sprinting techniques

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Explain/demonstrate the sprinting technique focusing on body posture, acceleration, transition and finish
- Practice the sprinting technique focusing on start, arm and leg action
- Observe safety during practice

Why is appropriate posture important in sprinting?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Digital resources
- Open field with marked lanes

- Observation - Practical assessment - Oral questions

Performance and Display

Athletics - Medium sprint start
Athletics - Medium sprint start practice
Athletics - Elongated sprint start

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

-Demonstrate the medium sprint start in athletics
-Explain the body position for the medium sprint start
-Appreciate the correct techniques of a medium sprint start

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Observe the medium sprint start from pictures/demonstration
- Explain the position of the hands and feet in the medium sprint start
- Discuss the placement of legs with the knee of the back leg opposite the front leg
- Practice the medium sprint start following the correct steps

What is the correct technique for a medium sprint start?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Digital resources
- Open field with marked lanes

- Observation - Practical assessment - Oral questions

Performance and Display

Athletics - Elongated sprint start practice
Athletics - Comparing sprint starts

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

-Practice the elongated sprint start
-Demonstrate proper form and technique
-Show confidence in executing the elongated sprint start

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Practice the elongated sprint start in groups
- Demonstrate the correct position of legs with the knee of the back leg behind the front leg
- Ensure proper arm and hand positioning
- Practice the full sequence from 'on your marks' to 'go'

What are the key differences in leg positioning between the medium and elongated sprint starts?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Digital resources
- Open field with marked lanes

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Athletics - The Kenyan flag
Athletics - Painting the Kenyan flag

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

-Identify the colors of the Kenyan flag
-Describe the arrangement of colors on the Kenyan flag
-Show interest in the Kenyan flag

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Study the Kenyan flag and identify its colors
- Discuss which primary and secondary colors are found on the Kenyan flag
- Describe how the colors follow each other on the Kenyan flag
- Search for images of the Kenyan flag from virtual sources

What colors are found on the Kenyan flag and how are they arranged?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Digital resources
- Pictures of the Kenyan flag
- Plain/Manila paper
- Paint brushes
- Color paints
- Pencil or pen
- Glue

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignment

Performance and Display

Athletics - Completing the Kenyan flag
Athletics - Kenya National Anthem

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

-Complete the painting of the Kenyan flag
-Attach the flag to a suitable handle
-Appreciate the Kenyan flag as a national symbol

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Complete painting all sections of the flag
- Fix the flag on a stick or wire about 20 centimeters long
- Display the flag and receive feedback
- Discuss the meaning of the colors on the Kenyan flag

Why is it important to know the correct colors and arrangement of the Kenyan flag?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Sticks/wire for handle
- Completed painted flags
- Glue
- Text of the Kenya National Anthem
- Digital resources

- Observation - Project work - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Athletics - Singing the Kenya National Anthem
Athletics - Sprint competition preparation

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

-Sing the Kenya National Anthem with proper diction
-Maintain the correct tempo and rhythm
-Show reverence when singing the National Anthem

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Sing the Kenya National Anthem in groups applying performance techniques
- Focus on accuracy in tune and proper pronunciation
- Maintain appropriate tempo
- Observe the appropriate etiquette when singing the National Anthem

How should we sing the Kenya National Anthem?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Recording of the Kenya National Anthem
- Digital resources
- Open field with marked lanes
- Painted Kenyan flags

- Observation - Performance assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Athletics - Sprint competition

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

-Participate in a sprint competition
-Apply the correct sprint techniques
-Show sportsmanship during the competition

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Form athletics teams in class
- Participate in a sprint competition
- Apply the sprint start techniques learned
- Cheer teams while displaying the Kenyan flags
- Take photos and videos of the competition

How do we apply sprint techniques in a competition?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Open field with marked lanes
- Painted Kenyan flags
- Digital devices for recording

- Observation - Performance assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Athletics - Recording sprint performances
Athletics - The value of national symbols

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

-Record sprint performances
-Critique sprint techniques
-Value the importance of proper technique in athletics

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Record a sprint competition using digital devices
- Review the recordings to analyze techniques
- Critique the application of techniques used (starting and sprinting)
- Provide feedback for improvement

How can we use recordings to improve sprint techniques?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Digital devices for recording
- Recordings of sprint competitions
- Digital resources
- Videos of international competitions
- Painted Kenyan flags

- Observation - Analysis - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Athletics - Review and Assessment
Athletics - Sports safety

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

-Demonstrate all sprint techniques learned
-Explain the key aspects of sprint techniques
-Show confidence in athletic abilities

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Review all sprint techniques learned
- Demonstrate the medium and elongated sprint starts
- Explain the key aspects of proper sprinting technique
- Complete a self-assessment of sprint skills

What have we learned about sprint starts and sprinting techniques?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Open field with marked lanes
- Self-assessment forms
- First aid kit
- Digital resources

- Observation - Practical assessment - Self-assessment

Performance and Display

Athletics - Extended activities
Gymnastics - Introduction to gymnastics

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

-Participate in extended athletics activities
-Observe local athletics events
-Appreciate athletics as a sport

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss attending local athletics races
- Share observations of professional sprint techniques
- Demonstrate techniques observed from professional athletes
- Use the painted flags to cheer during athletics events

How can we apply what we've learned about athletics in real-world settings?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Digital resources
- Videos of athletics competitions
- Painted Kenyan flags
- Videos of gymnastics
- Mats

- Observation - Oral presentations - Practical demonstration

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Safety in gymnastics
Gymnastics - The crab balance

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

-Identify safety measures in gymnastics
-Explain the importance of proper warm-up
-Show concern for safety during gymnastics

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss safety measures when performing gymnastics
- Demonstrate proper warm-up exercises for gymnastics
- Explain the importance of using mats
- Discuss how to prevent injuries during gymnastics activities

Why is safety important in gymnastics?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Mats
- Digital resources
- First aid kit
- Pictures of crab balance

- Observation - Oral questions - Practical demonstration

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Crab balance demonstration

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

-Follow the steps for performing a crab balance
-Demonstrate the beginning steps of the crab balance
-Show willingness to try new physical activities

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Watch a demonstration of the crab balance
- Practice sitting on the floor with knees bent and feet flat
- Place hands on the floor behind with fingers pointing toward feet
- Practice lifting hips slightly off the ground
- Hold the position briefly

How do we begin learning the crab balance?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Mats
- Digital resources

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Crab balance progression
Gymnastics - The side roll

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

-Demonstrate the full crab balance
-Maintain proper body alignment
-Show confidence in performing the crab balance

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Practice lifting hips off the ground in the crab position
- Ensure the body forms a straight line from shoulders to knees
- Use arms and legs to support the body with hips lifted
- Hold this position for a few seconds without moving
- Practice multiple times with increasing duration

How do we maintain proper form in the crab balance?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Mats
- Digital resources
- Digital resources
- Pictures of side roll

- Observation - Practical assessment - Self-assessment

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Side roll demonstration
Gymnastics - Side roll progression

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

-Follow the steps for performing a side roll
-Demonstrate the beginning steps of the side roll
-Show willingness to try the side roll

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Watch a demonstration of the side roll
- Practice kneeling on the floor and stretching out the left leg
- Stretch out arms to the sides
- Practice the starting position multiple times
- Discuss safety considerations

How do we begin learning the side roll?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Mats
- Digital resources

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Performing the crab balance
Gymnastics - Crab balance practice

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

-Perform the crab balance correctly
-Follow all steps in sequence
-Value the skill of balancing in gymnastics

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Identify the gymnastic skill in the picture (crab balance)
- Follow all steps to perform a crab balance
- Watch a video demonstration
- Take turns performing the crab balance
- Take photos and videos of the performance

How do we perform a correct crab balance?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Mats
- Digital devices
- Videos of crab balance
- Digital resources

- Observation - Practical assessment - Digital portfolio

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Performing the side roll
Gymnastics - Side roll practice

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

-Perform the side roll correctly
-Follow all steps in sequence
-Value the skill of rolling in gymnastics

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Look at pictures showing the side roll progression
- Follow all steps to perform a side roll
- Practice the side roll technique while observing safety
- Take turns performing the side roll
- Describe how to perform a side roll

How do we perform a correct side roll?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Mats
- Digital resources

- Observation - Practical assessment - Oral descriptions

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Combining crab balance and side roll

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

-Perform the crab balance followed by a side roll
-Transition smoothly between the two skills
-Show confidence in combining gymnastics skills

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Watch a demonstration of the crab balance and side roll
- Describe how the crab balance and side roll were performed
- Practice transitioning from the crab balance to the side roll
- Take turns performing the combined skills
- Observe safety throughout the sequence

How can we combine the crab balance and side roll in a sequence?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Mats
- Digital resources

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Combining side roll and crab balance
Gymnastics - Patriotic songs during warm-up

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

-Perform the side roll followed by a crab balance
-Transition smoothly between the two skills
-Appreciate the importance of practice in gymnastics

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Watch a demonstration of a side roll and a crab balance
- Describe how the side roll and crab balance were performed
- Practice transitioning from the side roll to the crab balance
- Take turns performing the combined skills
- Give feedback on each other's performance

How can we transition smoothly from a side roll to a crab balance?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Mats
- Digital resources
- Audio recordings of patriotic songs
- Digital resources
- Mats

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Percussion instruments with gymnastics
Gymnastics - French rhythm names with gymnastics

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

-Play rhythmic percussion instruments to accompany gymnastics
-Perform gymnastics moves to percussion rhythms
-Show enjoyment in combining music and movement

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Identify appropriate percussion instruments (shakers, rattles, drums)
- Demonstrate how to play the instruments to create rhythms
- Practice playing instruments to accompany gymnastic activities
- Take turns performing gymnastics moves to percussion rhythms
- Discuss how rhythm enhances gymnastic performance

How do percussion instruments enhance gymnastics performance?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Percussion instruments
- Mats
- Digital resources

- Observation - Performance assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Photography in gymnastics
Gymnastics - Creating a portfolio

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

-Use digital devices to photograph gymnastics performances
-Focus on capturing key moments
-Show interest in documenting physical activities

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Learn basic photography skills for capturing movement
- Practice using digital devices to photograph gymnastics performances
- Focus on capturing the crab balance and side roll
- Take multiple photos to capture different phases of the movements
- Discuss the importance of center of interest in photography

How can photography help improve gymnastics performance?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Digital devices
- Mats
- Gymnastic performers
- Photographs of gymnastics performances
- Digital portfolio tools

- Observation - Project work - Digital portfolio

Performance and Display

Gymnastics - Performing gymnastics with rhythm
Songs - Types of songs

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

-Perform the side roll to a rhythmic pattern
-Coordinate movement with rhythm
-Show confidence in rhythmic gymnastics

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Practice performing the side roll to the rhythm of taa (stance) and ta-te (progression)
- Coordinate the recitation of rhythm names with the movement
- Take turns performing while others recite the rhythm
- Discuss how rhythm enhances the flow of movement
- Record performances for review

How does rhythm enhance the performance of gymnastics skills?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Mats
- Digital resources
- Digital devices for recording
- Audio recordings of songs

- Observation - Performance assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Songs - Occasions for different songs

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

-Identify occasions when different types of songs are sung
-Match songs to appropriate occasions
-Appreciate the role of songs in different occasions

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Look at pictures showing different occasions
- Identify types of songs sung in each occasion
- Discuss why certain types of songs are appropriate for specific occasions
- Sing songs that would be appropriate for different occasions
- Create a chart matching song types to occasions

When are different types of songs performed?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Digital resources
- Pictures of different occasions
- Audio recordings of songs

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignment

Performance and Display

Songs - Sacred, patriotic, and topical songs
Songs - Patriotic songs

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

-Distinguish between sacred, patriotic, and topical songs
-Explain the characteristics of each type of song
-Appreciate the value of different types of songs

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Look up the meaning of patriotic, topical, and sacred songs
- Group songs into sacred, topical, or patriotic categories
- Discuss the purpose and characteristics of each song type
- Sing examples of each type of song
- Discuss the messages conveyed in different types of songs

What are the characteristics of sacred, patriotic, and topical songs?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Dictionary
- Digital resources
- Audio recordings of songs
- Audio recordings of patriotic songs

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignment

Performance and Display

Songs - Patriotic song performance
Songs - Kenya National Anthem

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

-Perform patriotic songs with proper technique
-Maintain correct rhythm and pitch
-Show confidence when singing in a group

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Practice singing patriotic songs in unison
- Focus on maintaining the correct rhythm and pitch
- Take turns to do class presentations of the song
- Discuss each other's performance and correct mistakes
- Record performances and save in digital portfolio

How can we improve our patriotic song performances?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Digital resources
- Audio recordings of patriotic songs
- Digital devices for recording
- Audio recording of the Kenya National Anthem

- Observation - Performance assessment - Peer assessment - Digital portfolio

Performance and Display

Songs - Sacred songs
Songs - Singing with expressions

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

-Sing sacred songs with expression
-Identify the message of sacred songs
-Show respect for sacred songs

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Sing the sacred song "This is the day"
- Identify the message of the song
- Discuss what type of song it is
- Identify the mood that should be expressed when singing this song
- Practice singing the song in the correct pitch and rhythm

How do we express mood when singing sacred songs?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Digital resources
- Audio recordings of sacred songs
- Audio recordings of songs with different tempos and dynamics
- Chairs for musical chairs

- Observation - Performance assessment - Oral questions

Performance and Display

Songs - The East African Community Anthem
Songs - Diction, facial expression, and gestures

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

-Sing the East African Community Anthem
-Pronounce the words correctly
-Value the importance of the East African Community

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Listen to the East African Community Anthem
- Search for a live performance of the anthem
- Sing the anthem with correct pronunciation
- Identify the type of song
- Discuss the message of the anthem
- Perform the song as a class

Why is it important to learn the East African Community Anthem?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Digital resources
- Audio recording of the East African Community Anthem
- Video recording of "Wimbo wa Historia" by Leyla

- Observation - Performance assessment - Oral questions

Performance and Display

Songs - Types of folk songs

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

-Identify types of folk songs from different Kenyan communities
-Recognize traditional clothes from different communities
-Appreciate the diversity of Kenyan folk songs

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Observe pictures of people in traditional clothes
- Identify the communities that wear the clothes in the pictures
- Listen to folk songs from different Kenyan communities
- Identify the community of origin of the folk songs
- Discuss folk songs from your community

What types of folk songs are performed by indigenous Kenyan communities?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Digital resources
- Audio recordings of Kenyan folk songs
- Pictures of traditional clothes

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignment

Performance and Display

Songs - Classifying folk songs
Songs - Types of Kenyan folk songs

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

-Classify folk songs according to occasions
-Identify communities of origin for folk songs
-Show interest in folk songs from different communities

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Listen to folk songs from different Kenyan communities
- Classify the songs according to communities and occasions
- Create a table with information about folk songs
- Discuss why folk songs are important in communities
- Sing a folk song from your community

How do we classify folk songs from different Kenyan communities?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Digital resources
- Audio recordings of Kenyan folk songs

- Observation - Written assignment - Performance assessment

Performance and Display

Songs - Folk song costume decoration
Songs - Creating decorated costumes

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

-Explore indigenous methods of decorating costumes
-Identify fabric decoration techniques
-Show interest in traditional decoration methods

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Explore indigenous methods of decorating costumes (tie-dye or beadwork)
- Identify the fabric decoration techniques used by the local community
- Discuss materials needed for decorating costumes
- Plan for decoration of a costume for a folk song performance

How do Kenyan communities decorate costumes for performing folk songs?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Samples of decorated costumes
- Digital resources
- Pictures of traditional costumes
- Fabric
- Dye (artificial/natural)
- Rubber bands
- Plastic gloves
- Water
- Containers

- Observation - Oral questions - Project planning

Performance and Display

Songs - Beadwork for costume decoration
Songs - Performing an indigenous Kenyan folk song

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

-Decorate a costume using beadwork
-Use recyclable materials for beadwork
-Show creativity in costume decoration

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Gather recyclable materials for beadwork
- Demonstrate beadwork techniques using recyclable materials
- Focus on type of beads, color, and function
- Apply the technique to decorate a costume for folk song performance
- Display the decorated costumes

How do we use recyclable materials for beadwork decoration?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Recyclable materials for beads
- Thread
- Needles
- Fabric
- Digital resources
- Digital resources
- Traditional instruments
- Decorated costumes

- Observation - Project work - Practical assessment

Performance and Display

Songs - Folk song performance
Songs - Valuing indigenous Kenyan folk songs

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

-Perform a folk song with appropriate expression
-Use correct diction, facial expressions, and gestures
-Appreciate the cultural value of folk songs

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Perform a folk song to classmates
- Focus on using correct diction, facial expressions, and gestures
- Wear the decorated costumes for the performance
- Use percussion instruments to accompany the performance
- Record the performance using a digital device
- Discuss the performance as a class

How do we evaluate a folk song performance?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Digital devices for recording
- Traditional instruments
- Decorated costumes
- Digital resources

- Observation - Performance assessment - Digital portfolio - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Songs - Extended activities

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

-Listen to and learn topical songs
-Perform songs for family members
-Share the message of songs with others

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Listen to a topical song about diseases
- Write down the words of the song
- Learn the song and sing it to family members
- Ask a family member to record the performance
- Request feedback on diction
- Explain the message of the song to family

How can we share what we've learned about songs with others?

-Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4
- Digital devices for recording
- Audio recordings of topical songs

- Observation - Home project - Self-assessment