Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Rhythm - Time signature
Rhythm - Repetition of note values and rests

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

- Identify time signature in a rhythmic pattern
- Explain the purpose of time signature in music
- Show interest in understanding musical notation

- Clap two-beat rhythm while saying 1-2, 1-2
- Observe and discuss time signature in written music
- Identify parts and symbols in a rhythmic pattern
- Write rhythmic patterns on a treble staff in 2/4 time

What constitutes rhythm in music?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 38-40
- Digital resources 

- Oral questioning - Written exercises - Practical demonstrations

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Rhythm - Body movements
Rhythm - French rhythm names

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

- Demonstrate rhythmic patterns through body movements
- Coordinate body movements with rhythmic patterns
- Show enthusiasm in rhythmic body movements

- Clap hands for quavers and tap knees for crotchets
- Create rhythms combining clapping, stomping and tapping
- Perform body percussion to accompany rhythmic patterns
- Coordinate body movements with counting

How can body movements help in feeling and expressing rhythm?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 42-43

- Audio examples

- Observation - Practical assessment - Group performance

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Rhythm - Composing rhythmic patterns
Rhythm - Dictation and sight reading
Athletics and Sculpture - Materials for carving

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

- Outline factors to consider in creating rhythmic patterns
- Begin composing four-bar rhythmic patterns in 2/4 time
- Show creativity in rhythmic composition

- Write rhythmic patterns in 2/4 time from dictation
- Sight read rhythmic patterns on monotone
- Appreciate rhythmic patterns created by self and others

- Discuss factors to consider when composing rhythmic patterns
- Begin composing 4-bar rhythmic patterns in 2/4 time
- Use combination of minims, crotchets, quavers and their rests
- Ensure each bar has exactly two beats
- Listen to and write rhythmic patterns from dictation
- Practice sight reading various rhythmic patterns
- Perform composed rhythmic patterns
- Share and perform each other's compositions

What makes a good rhythmic pattern?
How does dictation and sight reading develop musical skills?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 44-47
- Digital resources showing sculpture techniques

- Written compositions - Individual assessment - Peer review
- Dictation exercises - Sight reading assessment - Performance evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Athletics and Sculpture - Javelin appearance

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

- Identify parts of a javelin
- Describe the shape, weight and length of a javelin
- Develop appreciation for sports equipment design

- Study pictures of a javelin
- Identify the parts of a javelin
- Discuss the functions of each part
- Observe actual or virtual samples of javelins
- Discuss the shape, length, thickness and weight of javelins

What safety considerations are important in javelin design?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 45
- Digital resources showing javelin specifications

- Oral questioning - Written assignments - Group discussions

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Athletics and Sculpture - Carving
Athletics and Sculpture - Decorating forms

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

- Explore suitable materials for carving a javelin
- Select appropriate tools for carving
- Show responsibility in handling carving tools

- Explore surroundings to find suitable pieces of wood
- Identify materials that are easy to carve
- Collect materials needed for carving
- Investigate tools needed for carving

How do sculptors select appropriate materials for their projects?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 46-49
- Sample materials (wood, bamboo 

- Observation - Practical assessment - Group discussions

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Athletics and Sculpture - Javelin throw
Melody - Qualities of a good melody

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

- Identify the phases of javelin throw
- Demonstrate the grip and carriage of a javelin
- Show interest in javelin throw as a sport

- Use digital devices or text to observe javelin throw
- Note the phases: carry, approach run, cross over, release, follow through
- Demonstrate proper grip of javelin
- Practice carriage position with proper body alignment

How does javelin throwing enhance fitness?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 51-57
- Carved javelins or actual javelins
- Digital resource 

- Demonstration - Observation - Practical assessment

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Melody - Melodies in C major
Handball - Passes
Handball - Dribbling

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

- Compose melodies orally using sol-fa notes
- Use instruments to find starting pitches
- Show creativity in melodic improvisation

- Identify different types of passes in Handball
- Describe the arm and leg positioning for passes
- Show interest in Handball as a sport

- Compose melodies by singing them orally
- Use sol-fa notes drmfsl td'
- Use piano, recorder or other Western instrument for reference pitches
- Experiment with different note combinations
- Follow stepwise motion after leaps
- Study pictures of different passes in Handball
- Identify types of passes shown (side pass, jump pass, flick pass)
- Describe arm and leg positioning in the pictures
- Watch virtual or live demonstration of Handball passes

How do composers begin the process of creating melodies?
How do different types of passes contribute to effective gameplay in Handball?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 59-68
- Staff paper
- Handball

- Oral composition - Performance assessment - Creative process observation
- Oral questioning - Group discussions - Written descriptions

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Handball - Jump shot
Multimedia - Motif design

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

- Identify jump shot technique in Handball
- Describe body positioning for jump shot
- Show interest in shooting skills

- Study picture showing jump shot technique
- Identify the type of shot shown
- Describe the body positioning of players
- Watch videos or demonstrations of jump shots in Handball

How does jumping affect shooting accuracy in Handball?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 72-74
- Handballs
- Digital resources 

- Oral questioning - Written descriptions - Group discussions

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Multimedia - Stencil Printing

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

- Prepare a stencil using organic shape
- Cut stencil with precision
- Show patience and attention to detail

- Transfer motif design onto stencil material
- Cut out the non-image parts leaving image parts raised
- Ensure clean, precise edges
- Test stencil to ensure it works as intended

How does positive and negative space function in stencil creation?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 75
- Stencil material (cardboard, plastic

- Practical assessment - Technical precision evaluation - Individual guidance

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Descant Recorder - Interpreting melodies on staff notation
Descant Recorder - Performance directions

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

- Outline factors to consider in interpreting melodies on staff notation
- Identify key signature and time signature
- Show interest in music notation

- Brainstorm factors to consider when interpreting melodies on staff
- Discuss key signature, time signature, note values
- Identify these elements in written music examples
- Understand how these elements guide musical interpretation

What is the value of sight reading music?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 74-76
- Sheet music examples

- Oral questioning - Written identification - Group discussions

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Descant Recorder - Playing melodies
Descant Recorder - Duets
Storytelling and Animation - Storytelling techniques

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

- Sight read simple melodies on descant recorder
- Apply correct fingering and breath control
- Show confidence in music reading

- Perform simple duets on descant recorder
- Coordinate playing with a partner
- Appreciate playing music with others

- Practice sight reading simple melodies in C Major
- Apply correct fingering technique for each note
- Focus on accurate rhythm and pitch
- Give and receive feedback on playing technique
- Learn to play duets in C major
- Practice coordinating with a partner
- Focus on staying in time together
- Listen to each other while playing
- Perform duets for the class

How can sight reading skills be improved with practice?
How does playing in an ensemble differ from solo playing?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 78-80
- Story books

- Sight reading assessment - Performance evaluation - Individual feedback
- Ensemble performance assessment - Coordination evaluation - Partner feedback

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Storytelling and Animation - Qualities of a good flipbook
Storytelling and Animation - Composing a story

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

- Explain qualities of a good flipbook
- Analyze examples of flipbook animation
- Show interest in animation techniques

- Study examples of flipbooks
- Discuss qualities of good flipbooks (smooth sequence, clarity, consistency, creativity)
- Analyze how movement is created through sequential images
- Identify positive and negative space in examples

How can flip book animation be used in storytelling?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 82-84
- Reading materials

- Oral questioning - Group discussions - Written analysis

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Storytelling and Animation - Flipbook animation

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

- Brainstorm ideas for flipbook animation
- Sketch initial character designs
- Show creativity in animation planning

- Brainstorm ideas for flipbook animation
- Choose simple story with clear movement for character(s)
- Sketch initial character designs
- Plan sequence of movements for animation

How do animators plan the movement sequence for animation?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 88
- Drawing paper
- Pencils and erasers

- Planning assessment - Character design evaluation - Creativity observation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Storytelling and Animation - Performing a story
Storytelling and Animation - Storytelling as communication

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

- Perform vocal warm-up exercises
- Prepare for storytelling performance
- Show confidence in oral expression

- Practice deep breathing exercises
- Loosen up with physical warm-ups
- Perform vocal warm-ups (humming, lip trills, tongue twisters)
- Practice physical movements and stretches
- Prepare for story performance

Why are warm-up exercises important before storytelling?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 90_91
- Open space for movement

- Warm-up technique assessment - Preparation quality - Individual guidance

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Football - Trapping
Football - Dribbling
Football - Shooting

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

- Identify shooting techniques in football
- Describe body positioning for shooting
- Show interest in shooting 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
- 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 trapping important in football?
Why is shooting technique important for scoring goals?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 90-100

- Digital resources
- Footballs

- Oral questioning - Group discussions - Written descriptions

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

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
- Digital resource

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

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Kenyan Folk Songs - Classification
Kenyan Folk Songs - Performance techniques

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

- Classify folk songs in Kenyan communities
- Identify community of origin for folk songs
- Show interest in Kenyan musical heritage

- Brainstorm to list different folk songs
- Classify songs by community of origin (Kikuyu, Luo, Maasai, etc.)
- Discuss how to identify community through language, instruments, dance movements
- Begin creating classification chart in groups
- Share findings with class

What is the role of folk songs in Kenyan society?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 109-113
- Selected folk song materials

- Classification accuracy - Group discussion participation - Written assignments

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

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
- Pencils
- Reference materials for geometric patterns

- Design assessment - Creativity evaluation - Cultural influence observation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Kenyan Folk Songs - Folk song performance
Indigenous Kenyan Craft - Beadwork
Swimming - Water entry techniques

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

- Perform folk song wearing printed costume
- Appreciate folk songs as cultural preservation
- Show pride in cultural expression

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

- Fix ink on printed fabric by ironing
- Complete costume preparation
- Perform folk song wearing printed costume
- Apply all learned performance techniques
- Discuss importance of folk songs in cultural preservation
- Appreciate Kenya's rich cultural heritage
- 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 do folk songs and traditional costumes contribute to cultural identity?
How does water entry skills enhance safety in swimming?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 118-130
- Digital resource 

- Performance assessment - Cultural expression evaluation - Appreciation observation - Peer feedback
- Oral questioning - Written descriptions - Safety awareness assessment

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Swimming - Crouch dive
Swimming - Backstroke

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

- Demonstrate crouch dive technique
- Execute proper body positioning
- Observe safety during water entry

- Get into crouch position near edge of pool
- Raise arms above head with hands pointing to water
- Push off from balls of feet while extending arms forward
- Enter water with fingers first followed by head and body
- Maintain streamlined position after entry
- Practice while observing safety

What safety considerations are important for crouch dive?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 131-136
- Digital resources

- Demonstration assessment - Technique evaluation - Safety observation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports
Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports

Kenyan Indigenous Games - Rope games
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Sports values

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

- Identify types of indigenous rope games
- Describe how rope games are played
- Show interest in traditional games

- Study pictures of indigenous rope games
- Identify rope games being played
- Discuss local names for rope games in different communities
- Watch demonstrations of rope games if possible
- Discuss cultural significance of traditional games

Why is rope skipping considered an indigenous game?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 139-146
- Digital resources 
- Reference materials on sports ethics

- Oral questioning - Game identification - Discussion participation

Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports

Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Sports values

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

- Explore value of teamwork in sports
- Complete teamwork analysis table
- Show appreciation for cooperation in sports

- Fill out table with group, discussing how teamwork helps in specific challenges
- Analyze how teamwork contributes to success in football, handball practice
- Discuss benefits of cooperation and coordination
- Share examples of effective teamwork from personal experience

How does teamwork enhance performance in sports activities?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 147

- Analysis quality assessment - Example relevance evaluation - Discussion participation

Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports

Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Sports values
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Folk song

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

- Understand equality in sports
- Analyze situations for fairness and equality
- Show commitment to inclusivity in sports

- Continue folk song analysis
- Identify performance characteristics
- Show cultural sensitivity in analysis

- Discuss importance of treating everyone equally in sports
- Analyze table with situations regarding equal treatment
- Identify fair and unfair practices regarding equality
- Discuss impact of equality on participation and success
- Reflect on personal experiences of equality in sports
- Continue analysis of selected folk song
- Identify participants in the folk song (gender, age groups)
- Analyze characteristics of singing style (pitch, pace, tone)
- Determine message and theme of song
- Identify role of props, costumes, and body movements
- Research purpose and mood of the song

Why is equality important in sports participation?
How do performance elements contribute to folk song's meaning?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 148-151

- Analysis quality assessment - Reflection depth evaluation - Values comprehension observation
- Analysis depth assessment - Cultural context understanding - Component identification accuracy

Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports

Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Folk song

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

- Present folk song analysis findings
- Write reflective journal entry
- Appreciate folk songs as cultural expressions

- Present analysis poster to class
- Explain key findings about folk song components
- Answer questions about analysis process and discoveries
- Write journal entry reflecting on learning from analysis
- Discuss how folk song reflects culture and traditions

How does folk song analysis deepen cultural understanding?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 151

- Presentation quality assessment - Reflection depth evaluation - Cultural appreciation observation - Peer feedback

Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports

Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Storytelling

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

- Understand key elements of storytelling
- Identify components for storytelling analysis
- Show interest in storytelling as art form

- Discuss key elements in storytelling (theme, plot, confidence, voice use)
- Study how body, costume, props enhance storytelling
- Identify importance of time management and audience involvement
- Begin developing framework for storytelling analysis
- Study example analysis table

What makes storytelling performances effective and engaging?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 152-153

- Element identification assessment - Framework development - Discussion participation

Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports

Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - 2D Artwork

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

- Understand criteria for evaluating 2D artwork
- Identify elements to analyze in visual art
- Show interest in art analysis

- Study methodology for analyzing 2D artwork
- Discuss elements to consider: organization (balance, proportion, dominance)
- Analyze subject matter (what is happening - topic)
- Explore themes (what is the artist saying)
- Begin developing framework for visual art analysis

How does formal analysis enhance understanding of visual art?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 154
- Writing materials

- Framework development assessment - Vocabulary use evaluation - Discussion participation

Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports

Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - 2D Artwork
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Role of analysis
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Making a portfolio

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

- Analyze a landscape painting
- Evaluate artwork using formal criteria
- Show appreciation for visual arts

- Make a portfolio for showcase
- Organize collected works systematically
- Show pride in creative achievements

- Select landscape painting for analysis
- Analyze organization of the work (balance, proportion, dominance)
- Identify subject matter and theme
- Make judgments about artwork effectiveness
- Present findings to class
- Discuss how analysis deepens understanding and appreciation
- Collect recyclable materials for portfolio creation
- Measure and cut cardboard to A3 size for covers
- Assemble portfolio using binding methods (stitching, fasteners)
- Design and create personalized label
- Begin selecting works for inclusion
- Discuss importance of presentation

How does critical analysis affect art appreciation?
How does proper presentation enhance artwork appreciation?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 155-158

- Analysis depth assessment - Evaluation quality - Presentation effectiveness - Critical thinking observation
- Construction quality assessment - Design creativity evaluation - Organization effectiveness - Process observation

Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports

Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Portfolio showcase

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

- Display completed portfolio
- Reflect on portfolio creation process
- Appreciate the role of analysis in Creative Arts and Sports

- Display completed portfolios in class
- Present portfolio and discuss design choices
- Reflect on what was enjoyed most about making portfolio
- Discuss challenges faced and solutions found
- Write journal entry about portfolio creation process
- Reflect on how recyclable materials created useful items

How does portfolio creation showcase learning and creativity?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 159
- Writing materials

- Portfolio quality assessment - Presentation effectiveness - Reflection depth evaluation - Peer feedback