Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Football - Trapping

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

- Identify trapping skill in football
- Describe various ways of trapping the ball
- Show interest in football skills

- Study pictures of footballers performing trapping skills
- Identify the trapping skill shown
- Identify body parts used for trapping
- Watch demonstration or video of foot, thigh, and chest traps
- Discuss importance of ball control in football

Why is trapping important in football?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 90
- Pictures showing trapping techniques
- Digital resources showing football skills
- Footballs
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 91
- Open field for practice
- Cones for marking positions

- Oral questioning - Group discussions - Written descriptions

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Football - Trapping

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

- Demonstrate foot trapping techniques
- Use different parts of foot for trapping
- Show improvement in trapping skills

- Practice trapping with inside part of foot
- Practice trapping with outside part of foot
- Practice trapping with sole of foot
- Focus on proper positioning and technique for each method
- Give and receive feedback on technique

When would you use different foot trapping techniques?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 92
- Footballs
- Open field for practice
- Cones for marking positions
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 93

- Practical assessment - Technique evaluation - Individual guidance

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Football - Trapping

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

- Practice various trapping exercises
- Apply trapping skills in game-like situations
- Show teamwork in group activities

- Practice "Throw and trap" exercise in pairs
- Take turns throwing and trapping using different techniques
- Respond to commands for different trap types (thigh, chest, foot)
- Change roles to ensure everyone practices all techniques
- Observe safety measures during practice

How does practicing different trapping techniques improve overall ball control?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 94
- Footballs
- Open field for practice
- Whistle for commands
- Markers for circle

- Group dynamics assessment - Skill application evaluation - Participation observation

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Football - Dribbling

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

- Identify dribbling techniques in football
- Describe body positioning for dribbling
- Show interest in dribbling skills

- Watch videos or demonstrations of dribbling in football
- Identify parts of foot used in dribbling (inside and outside)
- Discuss how to dribble using different foot parts
- Observe body positioning during dribbling demonstrations

Why is ball control important in a football match?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 95
- Digital resources showing dribbling techniques
- Footballs
- Pictures of dribbling techniques
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 96
- Cones
- Open field for practice

- Oral questioning - Group discussions - Written descriptions

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Football - Dribbling

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

- Demonstrate outside foot dribbling technique
- Maintain control while changing direction
- Show improvement in dribbling skills

- Set up cones for practice course
- Practice outside foot dribbling through cones
- Use outside of foot to tap ball while weaving through cones
- Maintain body position between ball and imaginary defenders
- Focus on ball control during direction changes

When would outside foot dribbling be most useful in a game?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 97
- Footballs
- Cones
- Open field for practice
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 98

- Practical assessment - Technique evaluation - Individual guidance

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Football - Dribbling

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

- Practice triangular dribbling exercise
- Apply different dribbling techniques in sequence
- Show teamwork in group activities

- Place three markers in triangle formation labeled A, B, C
- Form groups of three learners at each point
- Practice dribbling from point to point using different techniques
- Switch positions after completing cycle
- Ensure everyone participates in all positions

How does changing direction while dribbling improve player versatility?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 98
- Footballs
- Cones or markers
- Open field for practice
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 99
- Cones
- Whistle for commands

- Group activity assessment - Technique application evaluation - Participation observation

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Football - Shooting

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

- Identify shooting techniques in football
- Describe body positioning for shooting
- Show interest in shooting skills

- Study pictures showing shooting techniques
- Identify shooting action shown in pictures
- Describe body positioning for shooting
- Watch videos or demonstrations of low drive and placed shots
- Discuss different shooting techniques

Why is shooting technique important for scoring goals?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 100
- Pictures showing shooting techniques
- Digital resources on football shooting
- Footballs
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 101
- Goals or targets
- Open field for practice

- Oral questioning - Group discussions - Written descriptions

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Football - Shooting

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

- Demonstrate placed shot technique
- Control direction and accuracy in shooting
- Show confidence in shooting skills

- Place ball on ground for practice
- Approach ball directly
- Use inside of foot to strike ball
- Aim for corners of goal or target
- Focus on accuracy rather than power
- Practice with emphasis on placement precision

When would a placed shot be more effective than a power shot?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 102
- Footballs
- Goals or targets
- Open field for practice
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 103
- Cones for marking positions

- Practical assessment - Accuracy evaluation - Individual guidance

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Football - Shooting

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

- Practice target shooting exercises
- Improve accuracy in shooting
- Show determination in skill development

- Place cones or markers inside goal as target areas
- Position ball at various distances from goal
- Practice low drive shots aiming for lower corners
- Practice placed shots aiming for specific targets
- Focus on technique and accuracy rather than power
- Give feedback on shooting technique

How does target practice improve shooting precision?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 103
- Footballs
- Goals
- Cones or markers for targets
- Open field for practice

- Accuracy measurement - Technique evaluation - Individual progress observation

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Football - Mini game
Football - Crayon etching

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

- Participate in mini football game
- Apply trapping, dribbling and shooting skills
- Show teamwork and fair play

- Split into two teams of 4-6 players each
- Mark goals and field boundaries with cones
- Apply trapping, dribbling and shooting skills in game
- Focus on ball control and protecting from defenders
- Work as team to create scoring opportunities
- Observe safety and fair play throughout
- Discuss performance after game

How does combining skills in a game situation differ from practicing skills in isolation?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 104
- Footballs
- Cones for marking field
- Open field for play
- Whistle
- Wax materials (candle stubs, beeswax)
- Pigments (old crayons, natural pigments)
- Molds (straws, bottle caps, pen tubes)
- Digital resources on crayon making

- Game performance assessment - Skill application observation - Teamwork evaluation - Fair play observation

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Football - Crayon etching

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

- Make improvised crayons safely
- Mix colors in crayon making
- Show patience and attention to detail

- Break wax into small pieces
- Place in double container for safe melting
- Heat water in bigger container to melt wax gently
- Add pigments and stir for even color distribution
- Experiment with mixing colors
- Pour melted wax into molds
- Allow to cool completely before removing

Why is safety important when making art materials?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 105
- Prepared wax and pigments
- Heat source (supervised)
- Double containers for melting
- Molds
- Safety equipment
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 106
- Magazines and newspapers
- Digital resources for images
- Scissors
- Planning paper

- Process assessment - Safety protocol observation - Final product evaluation

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Football - Crayon etching

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

- Apply crayon to create varied patterns
- Prepare background for etching
- Show creativity in pattern design

- Use drawing paper of choice
- Apply crayons to fill entire paper with patterns and shapes
- Explore swirls, stripes, blocks of color
- Use bright and contrasting colors
- Press firmly to ensure thick layer of crayon
- Cover entire paper surface completely

How do layers of color affect the final appearance of crayon etching?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 107
- Drawing paper
- Improvised crayons from previous lesson
- Commercial crayons if needed
- Crayon-covered papers
- Black tempera paint or black crayon
- Paintbrushes if using paint
- Cut-out images
- Tracing tools

- Pattern creation assessment - Color application evaluation - Creativity observation

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Football - Crayon etching
Kenyan Folk Songs - Classification

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

- Create a pictorial composition using crayon etching
- Apply scratch technique effectively
- Appreciate own and others' etched drawings

- Use scratch tools to carefully remove black layer within traced outlines
- Reveal colored layer underneath to create football-themed composition
- Experiment with different line types and textures
- Complete etching with attention to detail
- Display completed works
- Discuss techniques and artistic choices
- Reflect on process and results

How does the crayon etching technique create unique artistic effects?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 108
- Prepared black-coated papers
- Scratch tools (toothpicks, wooden skewers)
- Display area
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 109
- Charts for classification
- Audio examples of folk songs
- Digital resources on Kenyan communities

- Final product assessment - Technique application evaluation - Creativity and expression observation - Peer critique

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Kenyan Folk Songs - Classification

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

- Classify folk songs by occasion
- Identify purpose and function of different folk songs
- Appreciate diversity in folk song traditions

- Continue classification activity focusing on occasion
- Identify songs for different occasions (birth, marriage, work, funerals)
- Discuss functions of different song types
- Add to classification chart
- Share examples of songs for different occasions

How are folk songs connected to important life events?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 110
- Classification charts
- Audio examples of folk songs
- Reference materials on folk songs
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 111
- Reference materials on folk song traditions

- Classification accuracy - Knowledge application - Group discussion participation

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Kenyan Folk Songs - Classification
Kenyan Folk Songs - Performance techniques

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

- Visit or virtually explore cultural centers
- Observe folk song performances
- Select folk songs for class performance

- Visit local cultural center or use internet to find performances
- Watch different folk song performances
- Take notes on community, occasion, gender, age for each song
- Discuss observations with class
- Select solo or group folk song for class to learn
- Begin learning selected folk song

How can cultural centers help preserve traditional music?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 112
- Field trip to cultural center (if possible)
- Digital resources for virtual visits
- Recording equipment
- Notebooks for documentation
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 113
- Charts showing performance techniques
- Audio/video examples of folk song performances
- Selected folk song materials

- Observation quality - Documentation thoroughness - Song selection rationale

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Kenyan Folk Songs - Performance techniques

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

- Apply voice projection and balance in singing
- Practice proper phrasing in folk songs
- Show improvement in vocal technique

- Practice voice projection ensuring adequate volume
- Work on balance when singing in groups
- Practice proper phrasing with appropriate breathing
- Maintain appropriate tempo for selected folk song
- Focus on authentic tone production

How does proper vocal technique enhance folk song performance?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 114
- Open space for practice
- Audio examples for reference
- Selected folk song materials
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 115
- Open space for movement
- Audio/video examples for reference

- Vocal technique assessment - Phrasing accuracy - Individual progress observation

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Kenyan Folk Songs - Performance techniques

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

- Perform selected folk song using appropriate techniques
- Demonstrate cultural authenticity in performance
- Show confidence in public performance

- Perform selected folk song as solo or group
- Apply all learned performance techniques
- Focus on cultural authenticity
- Record performance if possible
- Give and receive feedback on performances
- Discuss what worked well and areas for improvement

How does folk song performance help preserve cultural heritage?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 116
- Performance space
- Recording equipment if available
- Cultural props or costumes if appropriate

- Performance assessment - Technique application evaluation - Cultural accuracy observation - Peer feedback

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Kenyan Folk Songs - Stencil printing

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

- Study alternate patterns in stencil printing
- Design a motif from geometric shapes
- Show creativity in design process

- Study samples of alternate patterns in stencil printing
- Design motif from geometric (inorganic) shapes
- Plan alternate repeat pattern for costume decoration
- Focus on creating clear, printable design
- Consider cultural influences in design

How can geometric shapes be used to create culturally relevant patterns?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 117
- Sample stencil prints
- Drawing paper
- Pencils
- Reference materials for geometric patterns
- Stencil material (cardboard, plastic sheet)
- Cutting tools
- Fabric for costume
- Marking tools

- Design assessment - Creativity evaluation - Cultural influence observation

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Kenyan Folk Songs - Stencil printing
Kenyan Folk Songs - Folk song performance

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

- Create alternate repeat pattern using stencil printing
- Apply stencil to fabric for costume
- Show craftsmanship in printing technique

- Print alternate repeat pattern on costume using dabbing method
- Use registration marks for accurate placement
- Create balanced, rhythmic pattern
- Ensure consistent ink application
- Allow prints to dry between applications

How do printed patterns enhance folk song performances?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 118
- Prepared stencils
- Fabric with registration marks
- Printing ink/paste
- Sponges or dabbers
- Printed costumes
- Performance space
- Audio equipment if needed

- Print quality assessment - Pattern accuracy evaluation - Technical skill observation

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Indigenous Kenyan Craft - Beadwork

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

- Describe varied indigenous beadwork in Kenyan communities
- Identify socio-cultural contexts of beadwork
- Show interest in indigenous crafts

- Research and discuss varied beadwork in Kenyan communities
- Focus on socio-cultural contexts, types of beads, patterns and colors
- Identify types and functions of beaded jewelry
- Begin creating research documentation
- Share findings with group

How can beadwork be used to preserve Kenyan culture?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 119
- Reference materials on Kenyan beadwork
- Sample beadwork if available
- Digital resources on cultural beadwork
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 120
- Research materials
- Documentation supplies
- Presentation materials

- Research quality assessment - Knowledge comprehension - Discussion participation

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Indigenous Kenyan Craft - Beadwork

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

- Source materials for beadwork from environment
- Identify sustainable materials for crafts
- Show environmental awareness

- Explore environment to find materials for beadwork
- Collect beads (plastic, clay, shells, wood) and strings
- Focus on environmental conservation during collection
- Sort and organize materials by size, shape, color
- Discuss sustainability in craft materials

How can craft materials be sourced sustainably from the environment?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 121
- Collection containers
- Sorting trays
- Environment for exploration
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 122
- Collected materials
- Paper for bead making
- Scissors, glue
- Organization containers

- Material selection assessment - Environmental awareness observation - Collection organization

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Indigenous Kenyan Craft - Beadwork

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

- Learn one-way technique for beadwork
- Begin creating beaded bracelet
- Show patience in craft process

- Cut two pieces of thread to desired bracelet length
- Cross at center and tie knot to secure
- Begin threading beads using center string
- Practice one-way technique with side strings
- Focus on color pattern inspired by patriotism (Kenyan flag colors)

How can beadwork express patriotic themes?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 123
- Prepared beads and strings
- Reference materials for one-way technique
- Color guides for patriotic themes
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 124
- Partially completed bracelets
- Beads and strings
- Reference materials on technique

- Technique application assessment - Pattern development evaluation - Individual guidance

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Indigenous Kenyan Craft - Beadwork

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

- Learn criss-cross technique for beadwork
- Apply technique to create bracelet
- Show creativity in pattern design

- Study criss-cross beadwork technique
- Observe sample beaded jewelry using this technique
- Practice threading beads with criss-cross method
- Begin new bracelet using criss-cross technique
- Focus on patriotic color scheme and pattern

How does the criss-cross technique differ from the one-way technique?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 125
- Beads and strings
- Reference materials for criss-cross technique
- Sample beadwork using technique
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 126
- Partially completed bracelets
- Display area

- Technique application assessment - Pattern development evaluation - Individual guidance

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Indigenous Kenyan Craft - Beadwork

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

- Research Kenyan patriotic songs
- Select song for performance
- Show appreciation for patriotic music

- Research Kenyan patriotic songs (National Anthem, Daima Mimi Mkenya, etc.)
- Discuss meanings and messages of songs
- Select patriotic song for performance
- Begin learning selected song
- Discuss patriotism and national unity

How can patriotic songs promote national unity?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 127
- Reference materials on patriotic songs
- Audio examples of songs
- Lyrics for selected songs
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 128
- Lyrics for selected song
- Completed beaded jewelry
- Performance space

- Song selection rationale - Research thoroughness - Discussion participation

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Swimming - Water entry techniques
Swimming - Crouch dive

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

- Identify different ways of water entry in a pool
- Describe body positioning for water entry
- Show interest in swimming skills

- Study pictures showing water entry techniques
- Identify techniques shown (pencil dive, crouch dive)
- Describe body positioning in each picture
- Discuss safety considerations for pool entry
- Observe demonstrations if possible

How does water entry skills enhance safety in swimming?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 130
- Pictures of water entry techniques
- Digital resources showing swimming techniques
- Swimming pool (if available)
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 131
- Swimming pool (deep end)
- Safety equipment
- Qualified supervision

- Oral questioning - Written descriptions - Safety awareness assessment

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Swimming - Crouch dive

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

- Practice crouch dive in groups
- Improve technique through practice
- Show confidence in water entry

- Form two groups for practice
- Line up behind each other
- Take turns performing crouch dive on command
- Swim across pool after dive
- Provide feedback to each other
- Focus on proper technique and safety

How does practice improve diving technique?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 132
- Swimming pool (deep end)
- Safety equipment
- Qualified supervision

- Group activity assessment - Individual progress evaluation - Peer feedback observation

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Swimming - Pencil dive

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

- Observe pencil dive demonstration
- Identify key elements of technique
- Show interest in learning dive technique

- Watch demonstration of pencil dive
- Observe body position, arm placement, entry
- Note streamlined position throughout dive
- Ask questions about technique
- Compare to crouch dive technique

What are the differences between pencil dive and crouch dive?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 133
- Swimming pool (if available)
- Digital resources showing pencil dive
- Qualified instructor
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 134
- Swimming pool (deep end)
- Safety equipment
- Qualified supervision

- Observation assessment - Question quality - Comparison accuracy

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Swimming - Pencil dive
Swimming - Backstroke

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

- Practice pencil dive technique
- Improve through repeated practice
- Show growing confidence in dive technique

- Form groups of three for practice
- Stand at edge of pool in proper starting position
- Take turns performing pencil dive on command
- Focus on streamlined entry with minimal splash
- Provide feedback to each other
- Practice multiple times to improve technique

How can pencil dive technique be improved with practice?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 135
- Swimming pool (deep end)
- Safety equipment
- Qualified supervision
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 136
- Pictures of backstroke technique
- Digital resources showing backstroke
- Swimming pool (if available)

- Practice quality assessment - Technique improvement evaluation - Peer feedback observation

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Swimming - Backstroke

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

- Demonstrate body positioning for backstroke
- Practice flutter kicks in supine position
- Show correct body alignment

- Lie horizontally on water surface in supine position (face up)
- Extend legs straight for streamlined body
- Position head facing up with ears in water
- Practice floating in correct position
- Begin flutter kicks while maintaining position
- Focus on body alignment and balance

How does body alignment affect efficiency in backstroke?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 137
- Swimming pool
- Floating aids if needed
- Qualified supervision
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 138
- Kickboards

- Body position assessment - Floating stability evaluation - Individual guidance

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Swimming - Backstroke
Kenyan Indigenous Games - Rope games

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

- Coordinate arm and leg actions in backstroke
- Develop proper breathing pattern
- Show growing confidence in backstroke technique

- Begin combining arm and leg actions
- Focus on coordinating alternating arm movements with continuous flutter kicks
- Practice breathing pattern (inhale as one arm enters, exhale as other arm enters)
- Work on timing and rhythm
- Practice complete backstroke technique
- Give and receive feedback

How does proper coordination improve backstroke efficiency?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 139
- Swimming pool
- Qualified supervision
- Pictures of rope games
- Digital resources showing traditional games
- Ropes of different sizes

- Coordination assessment - Breathing pattern evaluation - Overall technique observation - Peer feedback

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Kenyan Indigenous Games - Rope games

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

- Demonstrate "Snake game" rope technique
- Participate actively in traditional game
- Show enjoyment in cultural play

- Choose pairs for snake game
- One learner holds rope creating wavy snake-like patterns
- Other learner jumps rope without stepping on it
- Change roles after stepping on rope
- Discuss variations of game across communities
- Practice with increasing difficulty

How does indigenous rope skipping enhance physical fitness?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 140
- Ropes of appropriate length
- Open space for play
- Reference materials on traditional games
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 141
- Strong rope for swinging
- Stable support structure
- Soft padding material
- Open space for activity

- Game participation assessment - Technique evaluation - Enjoyment observation

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Kenyan Indigenous Games - Rope games

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

- Demonstrate "In and Out Jumping" technique
- Participate actively in group rope game
- Show coordination in movement

- Form groups of three learners
- Tie two ends of rope together
- Position learners as shown in instructions
- Take turns jumping in and out of rope
- Increase height after successful jumps
- Ensure everyone gets chance to jump
- Learn traditional counting rhymes if applicable

How do rope games improve coordination and timing?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 142
- Ropes
- Open space for activity
- Reference materials on traditional games
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 143
- Open space for jumping
- Soft landing surface if possible

- Coordination assessment - Jumping technique evaluation - Group participation observation

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Kenyan Indigenous Games - Rope games

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

- Demonstrate "Tug of War" technique
- Work as team in competitive game
- Show fair play and good sportsmanship

- Form two equal teams
- Mark center line on ground and center mark on rope
- Teams stand in lines facing each other holding rope
- On command, teams pull to draw opponents across center line
- Ensure proper grip and stance for safety
- Switch team members between rounds
- Discuss game as traditional test of strength

How does tug of war build team cooperation and strength?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 144
- Thick rope for pulling
- Open space with firm footing
- Markers for center line
- Whistle for commands
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 145
- Rope
- Open space for activity
- Music if applicable

- Team coordination assessment - Pulling technique evaluation - Sportsmanship observation

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Kenyan Indigenous Games - Rope games

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

- Demonstrate rope skipping techniques
- Jump rope individually and in groups
- Show improvement in skipping skills

- Practice individual rope skipping
- Learn various jumps (single, double, criss-cross)
- Practice in pairs with one turning, one jumping
- Learn group skipping with two turning rope
- Incorporate counting and singing
- Discuss how rope skipping varies across communities

How do rope skipping patterns vary across Kenyan communities?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 146
- Skipping ropes
- Open space for activity
- Reference materials on skipping patterns
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 147
- Music sources
- Reference materials on traditional skipping songs

- Skipping technique assessment - Pattern variation evaluation - Individual progress observation

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Kenyan Indigenous Games - Rope games

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

- Combine different rope skipping techniques
- Create rope game performances
- Appreciate rope games for fitness and health

- Practice different types of rope skipping techniques
- Create short performances combining techniques
- Incorporate musical elements and traditional songs
- Discuss benefits of rope games for fitness and health
- Appreciate traditional games as cultural heritage
- Reflect on learning experience

How can indigenous games be preserved for future generations?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 148
- Various ropes
- Music sources
- Performance space
- Reference materials on benefits of rope games

- Performance creativity assessment - Technique integration evaluation - Appreciation observation - Reflection quality