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Descant Recorder - Playing melodies

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

- 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

How can sight reading skills be improved with practice?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 78
- Sheet music with simple melodies
- Descant recorders
- Music stands if available

- Sight reading assessment - Performance evaluation - Individual feedback

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Descant Recorder - Playing melodies

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

- Perform a piece in C major on descant recorder
- Apply performance directions in playing
- Show sensitivity to musical expression

- Practice performing "Jingle Bells" on descant recorder
- Focus on following dynamics and tempo markings
- Work in pairs to give feedback on performance
- Perform individually and as a group

How do performance directions enhance musical expression?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 78
- Sheet music for "Jingle Bells"
- Descant recorders
- Music stands if available
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 79
- Sheet music with more complex melodies

- Performance assessment - Expressive playing evaluation - Peer feedback

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

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

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

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

- 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 does playing in an ensemble differ from solo playing?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 79
- Duet sheet music
- Descant recorders
- Music stands if available
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 80
- Video clips of storytelling performances
- Digital devices for viewing
- Story books
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 81
- Simple stories for practice
- Props (optional)
- Open space for movement

- Ensemble performance assessment - Coordination evaluation - Partner feedback

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Storytelling and Animation - Qualities of a good flipbook

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
- Sample flipbooks
- Digital resources showing flipbook animation
- Video clips of flipbook animation
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 83
- Video clips of animation principles

- Oral questioning - Group discussions - Written analysis

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Storytelling and Animation - Composing a story

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

- Read and analyze elements of a story
- Identify beginning, middle and end structure
- Show appreciation for story structure

- Read sample story "A Matter of Integrity"
- Identify theme, characters, and plot structure
- Discuss beginning, middle, and end of the story
- Analyze how the story develops and resolves

What makes a story engaging and meaningful?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 84
- Story text "A Matter of Integrity"
- Reading materials
- Notebooks for analysis
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 85
- Reference materials on social issues
- Newspapers and magazines
- Digital resources if available
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 86
- Planning sheets
- Drawing materials
- Story mapping templates

- Reading comprehension - Story analysis - Group discussions

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Storytelling and Animation - Composing a story
Storytelling and Animation - Flipbook animation

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

- Write a 3-5 minute script based on chosen topic
- Apply story structure principles
- Show creativity in script writing

- Work in groups to write 3-5 minute script
- Use descriptive language, imagery, and dialogue
- Ensure story addresses chosen social issue
- Include clear theme related to the issue
- Edit script based on peer feedback

How can scripts effectively convey messages about social issues?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 87
- Writing materials
- Story plans from previous lesson
- Sample scripts for reference
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 88
- Drawing paper
- Pencils and erasers
- Reference materials for character design

- Script writing assessment - Content evaluation - Group collaboration

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Storytelling and Animation - Flipbook animation

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

- Draw a sequence of a moving character
- Apply principles of sequential movement
- Show patience and attention to detail

- Draw first frame of character on first page
- Use light table or window to trace elements that remain same
- Make small adjustments to moving parts in each frame
- Focus on consistent character size and positioning
- Complete series of sequential images

How do small changes between frames create illusion of movement?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 88
- Paper for flipbook pages
- Pencils and erasers
- Light box or clear window for tracing
- Reference materials
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 89
- Completed sequence drawings
- Stapler, string, or other binding materials
- Scissors
- Card stock for covers (optional)
- Completed flipbooks
- Presentation space

- Drawing technique assessment - Sequential movement evaluation - Individual guidance

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Storytelling and Animation - Performing a story

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
- Open space for movement
- Story scripts from previous work
- Story scripts
- Open space for rehearsal
- Props if needed

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

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

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

- Perform 3-5 minute story before an audience
- Apply storytelling techniques effectively
- Show confidence in public performance

- Choose appropriate performance space
- Introduce self and story confidently
- Give brief overview of story content
- Use expressive techniques during performance
- Thank audience at conclusion
- Receive feedback on performance

What makes a storytelling performance effective and engaging?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 91
- Story scripts
- Performance space
- Props if needed
- Recording devices
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 90
- Pictures showing trapping techniques
- Digital resources showing football skills
- Footballs

- Performance assessment - Technique application evaluation - Audience engagement observation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Football - Trapping

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

- Demonstrate chest trapping technique
- Execute proper body positioning for chest trap
- Observe safety during practice

- Stand a few meters apart facing partners
- One learner passes, other receives for trapping
- For chest trap, stand in line with ball
- Position feet shoulder-width apart, focus on ball
- Place arms stretched out and lean back slightly when ball approaches
- Let ball drop gently to feet after trapping

How does proper body positioning improve trapping effectiveness?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 91
- Footballs
- Open field for practice
- Cones for marking positions
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 92

- Demonstration - Practical assessment - Peer feedback

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Football - Trapping

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

- Demonstrate thigh trapping technique
- Combine different trapping methods
- Show confidence in ball control skills

- Practice thigh trapping technique
- Stand in line with ball path
- Lift trapping leg slightly forward and upward with bent knee
- Make contact with thigh to absorb ball impact
- Let ball land in front of non-trapping foot
- Combine different trapping methods in practice

How does thigh trapping differ from other trapping techniques?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 93
- Footballs
- Open field for practice
- Cones for marking positions
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 94
- Whistle for commands
- Markers for circle

- Practical assessment - Technique evaluation - Individual guidance

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

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
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 97

- Oral questioning - Group discussions - Written descriptions

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Football - Dribbling

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

- Practice dribbling drills
- Apply dribbling techniques in structured activities
- Show improvement in ball control

- Arrange cones in zigzag formation
- Practice dribbling around cones using inside and outside foot
- Focus on control, direction changes, and speed regulation
- Practice returning to starting point using alternate technique
- Ensure everyone gets multiple practice opportunities

How do dribbling drills improve match performance?

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

- Drill performance assessment - Technique application evaluation - Individual progress observation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Football - Dribbling
Football - Shooting
Football - Shooting

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

- Participate in dribbling relay race
- Apply dribbling skills in competitive situation
- Show team spirit and fair play

- Divide into two teams for relay race
- Set up dribbling course with cones for each team
- First learner dribbles through cones using inside foot
- Return dribbling with outside foot
- Next learner starts when previous finishes
- Focus on control and accuracy over speed

How do competitive activities help improve dribbling skills?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 99
- Footballs
- Cones
- Open field for practice
- Whistle for commands
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 100
- Pictures showing shooting techniques
- Digital resources on football shooting
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 101
- Goals or targets

- Relay performance assessment - Team coordination evaluation - Fair play observation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

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
Football - Mini game
Football - Crayon etching

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
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 104
- 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

- Accuracy measurement - Technique evaluation - Individual progress observation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

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
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 108
- Prepared black-coated papers
- Scratch tools (toothpicks, wooden skewers)
- Display area

- Pattern creation assessment - Color application evaluation - Creativity observation

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Kenyan Folk Songs - Classification

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
- Charts for classification
- Audio examples of folk songs
- Digital resources on Kenyan communities
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 110
- Classification charts
- Reference materials on folk songs

- Classification accuracy - Group discussion participation - Written assignments

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 by gender and age
- Complete folk song classification chart
- Show appreciation for diversity in folk songs

- Complete classification activity focusing on gender and age
- Identify songs performed by men, women, children, or mixed groups
- Discuss age-specific songs (children's songs, youth songs, elder songs)
- Complete classification chart
- Present findings to class

How does gender influence folk song performance in different communities?

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

- Final classification assessment - Presentation quality - Comprehension evaluation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

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

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Kenyan Folk Songs - Performance techniques
Kenyan Folk Songs - Stencil printing
Kenyan Folk Songs - Stencil printing

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
- 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

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

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

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
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 121
- Collection containers
- Sorting trays
- Environment for exploration

- Research quality assessment - Knowledge comprehension - Discussion participation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Indigenous Kenyan Craft - Beadwork

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

- Prepare materials for beadwork
- Create paper beads if needed
- Show resourcefulness in material preparation

- Clean and prepare collected materials
- Create paper beads if needed (mark intervals, cut strips, roll into beads)
- Prepare strings (fishing line, thread)
- Organize materials for beadwork project
- Ensure materials are ready for use

How can everyday materials be transformed into beadwork supplies?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 122
- Collected materials
- Paper for bead making
- Scissors, glue
- Organization containers
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 123
- Prepared beads and strings
- Reference materials for one-way technique
- Color guides for patriotic themes

- Preparation quality assessment - Paper bead technique evaluation - Material organization

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Indigenous Kenyan Craft - Beadwork

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

- Continue bracelet creation using one-way technique
- Apply color patterns expressing patriotism
- Show improvement in beadwork skills

- Continue beaded bracelet creation
- Push beads backwards while tying side strings
- Focus on pattern using Kenyan flag colors (black, red, green, white)
- Maintain consistent tension and spacing
- Complete bracelet with secure knot

How can traditional beadwork techniques be adapted for contemporary use?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 124
- Partially completed bracelets
- Beads and strings
- Reference materials on technique
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 125
- Reference materials for criss-cross technique
- Sample beadwork using technique
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 126
- Display area

- Progress assessment - Pattern consistency evaluation - Individual guidance

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

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

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Swimming - Water entry techniques
Swimming - Crouch dive
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
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 132

- Oral questioning - Written descriptions - Safety awareness assessment

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

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

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Swimming - Pencil dive
Swimming - Backstroke
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)
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 137
- Swimming pool
- Floating aids if needed

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

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Swimming - Backstroke
Kenyan Indigenous Games - Rope games

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

- Demonstrate arm action for backstroke
- Coordinate single arm movements
- Show improvement in stroke technique

- Lie in supine position holding kickboard between legs
- Practice arm action starting with one arm
- Focus on proper hand entry and underwater pull
- Ensure arm recovers above water
- Practice with each arm separately
- Begin alternating arms if ready

How does arm action propel the body in backstroke?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 138
- Swimming pool
- Kickboards
- Qualified supervision
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 139
- Pictures of rope games
- Digital resources showing traditional games
- Ropes of different sizes

- Arm technique assessment - Coordination evaluation - Individual progress observation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

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

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

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

- Coordination assessment - Jumping technique evaluation - Group participation observation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Kenyan Indigenous Games - Rope games

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

- Demonstrate "Limbo" (Pass under rope) technique
- Show flexibility and coordination
- Appreciate diversity of rope games

- Form groups of 5 learners
- Two hold rope at starting height
- Others pass under rope without touching it
- Lower rope height after each cycle
- Change roles regularly
- Incorporate traditional music if applicable
- Discuss variations of game in different communities

How does limbo improve flexibility and body awareness?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 145
- Rope
- Open space for activity
- Music if applicable
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 146
- Skipping ropes
- Reference materials on skipping patterns

- Flexibility assessment - Technique evaluation - Participation 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:

- Perform indigenous rope skipping to musical rhythm
- Match skipping to song tempo
- Show coordination of movement and music

- Choose traditional songs for skipping
- Practice skipping individually to song rhythm
- Coordinate skipping speed with music tempo
- Learn traditional skipping songs
- Create new patterns that match musical rhythm
- Demonstrate coordination of movement and music

How does music enhance rope skipping activities?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 147
- Skipping ropes
- Music sources
- Open space for activity
- Reference materials on traditional skipping songs
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 148
- Various ropes
- Performance space
- Reference materials on benefits of rope games
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 146
- Value analysis worksheets
- Sports scenarios for analysis
- Reference materials on sports ethics

- Rhythm coordination assessment - Musical integration evaluation - Creative expression observation

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
- Teamwork analysis worksheets
- Sports scenarios for analysis
- Reference materials on team dynamics
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 148
- Equality analysis worksheets
- Reference materials on inclusive sports

- Analysis quality assessment - Example relevance evaluation - Discussion participation

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:

- Analyze a folk song from a Kenyan community
- Identify components of folk song analysis
- Show interest in folk song traditions

- Choose a folk song from a Kenyan community with teacher's help
- Begin gathering information about the folk song
- Discuss media of performance (instruments and voices)
- Identify style of performance (solo, group, call-and-response)
- Research community of origin and cultural context

What elements are important in analyzing folk songs?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 149
- Folk song recordings or examples
- Reference materials on Kenyan communities
- Research materials
- Internet access if available
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 150
- Analysis worksheets
- Reference materials on folk song traditions
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 151
- Completed analysis notes
- Poster materials (paper, markers, etc.)
- Images related to folk song
- Sample analysis table

- Research quality assessment - Component identification - Discussion participation

Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports

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

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
- Completed analysis posters
- Presentation space
- Journals for reflection
- Writing materials
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 152
- Example storytelling analysis table
- Reference materials on storytelling elements
- Video clips of storytelling if available

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

Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports

Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Storytelling
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - 2D Artwork
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - 2D Artwork

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

- Analyze a storytelling performance
- Complete analysis table with observations
- Show appreciation for storytelling techniques

- Watch video or live storytelling performance
- Take notes on all elements from analysis framework
- Complete analysis table with detailed observations
- Discuss findings with peers
- Evaluate effectiveness of different storytelling elements
- Identify strongest and weakest aspects of performance

How do different elements contribute to effective storytelling?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 153
- Video of storytelling performance
- Analysis worksheets
- Note-taking materials
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 154
- Sample 2D artworks
- Analysis frameworks
- Visual art vocabulary reference
- Writing materials
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 155
- Landscape paintings for analysis
- Art criticism vocabulary reference
- Presentation materials

- Analysis quality assessment - Observation detail evaluation - Critical thinking observation - Discussion participation

Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports

Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Role of analysis
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Making a portfolio
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Making a portfolio
Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Portfolio showcase

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

- Appreciate the role of analysis in Creative Arts and Sports
- Apply analysis skills to different forms
- Show commitment to analytical thinking

- Discuss importance of analysis in Creative Arts and Sports
- Reflect on how analysis enhances appreciation and performance
- Identify similarities and differences in analyzing different forms
- Discuss how analysis leads to improvement
- Create mind map connecting analysis to appreciation

Why is analysis an important skill in Creative Arts and Sports?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 156
- Previous analysis examples
- Mind mapping materials
- Reflection journals
- Discussion prompts
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 157
- Recyclable cardboard or thick paper
- Ruler, scissors
- Recycled thread or fasteners
- Markers, coloring materials
- Student's creative works
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 158
- Partially completed portfolios
- Found natural objects
- Glue or stitching materials
- Coloring supplies
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 159
- Completed portfolios
- Display space
- Journals for reflection
- Writing materials

- Reflection quality assessment - Connection identification - Discussion participation - Mind map creativity