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Descant Recorder - Interpreting melodies on staff notation

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
- Charts showing music notation elements
- Sheet music examples
- Descant recorders

- Oral questioning - Written identification - Group discussions

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

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

- Learn fingering chart for scale of C Major
- Practice playing notes on descant recorder
- Show patience in learning new skills

- Study fingering chart for C Major scale on descant recorder
- Practice correct finger positions for each note
- Play scale of C Major ascending and descending
- Focus on proper breath control and fingering technique

Why is proper fingering technique essential for playing recorder?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 75
- Fingering charts
- Descant recorders
- Sheet music for C Major scale
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 76
- Charts showing dynamics markings
- Sheet music with dynamics

- Practical assessment - Individual guidance - Technique observation

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Descant Recorder - Performance directions
Descant Recorder - Playing melodies

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

- Identify tempo markings in music
- Apply tempo indications in playing
- Show discipline in following musical directions

- Study tempo markings (andante, allegro, largo, moderato, allegretto)
- Discuss crescendo and decrescendo markings
- Identify these markings in sheet music examples
- Practice playing with appropriate tempo changes

How do tempo markings affect musical expression?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 77
- Charts showing tempo markings
- Sheet music with varied tempos
- Descant recorders
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 78
- Sheet music with simple melodies
- Music stands if available

- Oral questioning - Written identification - Performance assessment

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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

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Descant Recorder - Duets
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

- Ensemble performance assessment - Coordination evaluation - Partner feedback

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Storytelling and Animation - Storytelling techniques
Storytelling and Animation - Qualities of a good flipbook

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

- Practice specific storytelling techniques
- Use voice modulation effectively
- Show confidence in oral expression

- Form groups to practice specific storytelling techniques
- Focus on voice modulation, facial expressions, and gestures
- Practice using body language to enhance storytelling
- Give and receive feedback on technique

How do different techniques enhance storytelling?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 81
- Simple stories for practice
- Props (optional)
- Open space for movement
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 82
- Sample flipbooks
- Digital resources showing flipbook animation
- Video clips of flipbook animation

- Practical assessment - Technique demonstration - Peer feedback

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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:

- Identify and discuss qualities of good flipbooks
- Analyze movement in sequential images
- Appreciate flipbook animation as an art form

- Search for videos of flipbooks and analyze qualities
- Discuss sequencing, positioning, creativity in flipbook design
- Examine how slight changes between frames create illusion of movement
- Prepare to create own flipbook animation

What makes animation appear smooth and realistic?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 83
- Sample flipbooks
- Digital resources showing flipbook animation
- Video clips of animation principles
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 84
- Story text "A Matter of Integrity"
- Reading materials
- Notebooks for analysis

- Research presentation - Oral questioning - Group discussions

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Storytelling and Animation - Composing a story

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

- Explore social issues for storytelling
- Select appropriate topics for stories
- Show sensitivity to social concerns

- Discuss problems affecting community or world
- Explore issues like environmental conservation, social justice, etc.
- Gather information about these issues
- Decide on appropriate issue for story creation

How can stories address important social issues?

- 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

- Topic selection evaluation - Research quality - 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)

- Drawing technique assessment - Sequential movement evaluation - Individual guidance

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

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

- Demonstrate flipbook animation technique
- Present completed flipbook to class
- Appreciate animation as storytelling medium

- Practice flipping through completed flipbook
- Experiment with different speeds to find optimal animation rate
- Present flipbook to classmates
- Explain process and challenges of creation
- Give and receive feedback on flipbook animations

How can flip book animation be used in storytelling?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 89
- Completed flipbooks
- Presentation space
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 90
- Open space for movement
- Story scripts from previous work

- Presentation assessment - Animation quality evaluation - Peer feedback

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Storytelling and Animation - Performing a story

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

- Practice storytelling techniques
- Memorize story content
- Show confidence in performance preparation

- Read through script multiple times
- Familiarize with plot, characters, and key moments
- Practice varying voice tone, pace, and volume
- Use gestures and facial expressions to enhance story
- Rehearse story multiple times for smooth delivery

How do storytellers prepare for performances?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 90
- Story scripts
- Open space for rehearsal
- Props if needed
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 91
- Performance space

- Rehearsal assessment - Memorization check - Performance technique evaluation

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Storytelling and Animation - Storytelling as communication
Football - Trapping

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

- Record narration performance
- Evaluate own storytelling techniques
- Appreciate storytelling as a means of communication

- Record storytelling performance using available technology
- Play back recording and analyze technique
- Make notes for improvement
- With permission, share recording on appropriate platform
- Discuss storytelling as a communication medium

How has digital technology changed storytelling practices?

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

- Recording quality assessment - Self-evaluation - Reflection quality

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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

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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

- Practical assessment - Technique evaluation - Individual guidance

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Football - Trapping
Football - Dribbling

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

- Practice "Interceptors" trapping exercise
- Apply trapping skills in competitive situation
- Show fair play in group activities

- Form groups of 7 learners with 2 interceptors in center
- Learners in circle pass ball to each other
- Interceptors try to intercept and control ball using various traps
- Change roles when ball is intercepted
- Ensure everyone gets chance to be interceptor
- Give feedback on trapping technique

How do trapping skills contribute to defensive play in football?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 94
- Footballs
- Open field for practice
- Markers for circle
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 95
- Digital resources showing dribbling techniques
- Pictures of dribbling techniques

- Group activity assessment - Skill application evaluation - Fair play observation

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Football - Dribbling

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

- Demonstrate inside foot dribbling technique
- Maintain control while dribbling
- Show confidence in dribbling skills

- Set up cones in straight line about 2 meters apart
- Practice inside foot dribbling through cones
- Focus on using inside of foot to push ball forward
- Keep ball close to feet throughout dribbling
- Concentrate on control rather than speed

How does inside foot dribbling help maintain ball control?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 96
- Footballs
- Cones
- Open field for practice
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 97

- Demonstration - Practical assessment - Individual guidance

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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

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Football - Dribbling
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

- 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 low drive shot technique
- Execute proper body positioning for shooting
- Observe safety during practice

- Place ball on ground for practice
- Approach ball at slight angle
- Position non-kicking leg beside ball
- Strike ball with laces at center-below point
- Lean slightly forward with head down
- Follow through in direction of target
- Practice with emphasis on keeping ball low

How does foot position affect the trajectory of a shot?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 101
- Footballs
- Goals or targets
- Open field for practice
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 102

- Demonstration - Practical assessment - Individual guidance

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Football - Shooting

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

- Practice shooting drills
- Apply shooting techniques in structured activities
- Show improvement in shooting accuracy

- Practice "Pass, dribble and shoot" exercise in groups
- Select one learner as goalkeeper
- Practice passing, receiving, dribbling and shooting sequence
- Take turns in different roles
- Focus on proper technique for each shooting method
- Give feedback on technique and accuracy

How do passing and dribbling set up effective shooting opportunities?

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

- Drill performance assessment - Technique application evaluation - Accuracy measurement

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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
Indigenous Kenyan Craft - Beadwork

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. 121
- Collection containers
- Sorting trays
- Environment for exploration

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

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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

- Progress assessment - Pattern consistency evaluation - Individual guidance

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Indigenous Kenyan Craft - Beadwork

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

- Complete bracelet using criss-cross technique
- Compare different beadwork techniques
- Show pride in completed work

- Complete bracelet using criss-cross technique
- Use stopper bead to secure end
- Compare one-way and criss-cross techniques
- Display completed bracelets
- Give and receive feedback on beadwork
- Discuss favorite techniques and patterns

How can patriotic themes be expressed through beadwork designs?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 126
- Partially completed bracelets
- Beads and strings
- Display area
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 127
- Reference materials on patriotic songs
- Audio examples of songs
- Lyrics for selected songs

- Final product assessment - Technique mastery evaluation - Creativity observation - Peer feedback

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Indigenous Kenyan Craft - Beadwork
Swimming - Water entry techniques

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

- Sing patriotic song wearing beaded jewelry
- Express patriotism through performance
- Appreciate beadwork as cultural expression

- Practice selected patriotic song
- Focus on vocal techniques and expression
- Perform song wearing beaded jewelry
- Discuss how performance and beadwork express patriotism
- Appreciate Kenya's rich cultural heritage

How can you express patriotism through Creative activities?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 128
- Lyrics for selected song
- Completed beaded jewelry
- Performance space
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 130
- Pictures of water entry techniques
- Digital resources showing swimming techniques
- Swimming pool (if available)

- Performance assessment - Patriotic expression evaluation - Cultural appreciation observation

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Swimming - Crouch dive

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

- Demonstration assessment - Technique evaluation - Safety 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

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

- 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

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 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

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:

- 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
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 146
- Value analysis worksheets
- Sports scenarios for analysis
- Reference materials on sports ethics

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

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

- Research quality assessment - Component identification - 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:

- Complete folk song analysis
- Create poster summarizing analysis
- Show appreciation for folk song traditions

- Complete analysis of all folk song components
- Create poster summarizing analysis findings
- Include images and descriptions for each component
- Organize information clearly and attractively
- Prepare to present findings to class

How does analyzing folk songs help preserve cultural heritage?

- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 151
- Completed analysis notes
- Poster materials (paper, markers, etc.)
- Images related to folk song
- Sample analysis table
- Completed analysis posters
- Presentation space
- Journals for reflection
- Writing materials

- Poster quality assessment - Information accuracy - Presentation clarity - Creative expression evaluation

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
- Example storytelling analysis table
- Reference materials on storytelling elements
- Video clips of storytelling if available
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 153
- Video of storytelling performance
- Analysis worksheets
- Note-taking materials

- 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
- Sample 2D artworks
- Analysis frameworks
- Visual art vocabulary reference
- Writing materials
- Humming Bird Creative Arts and Sports pg. 155
- Landscape paintings for analysis
- Analysis worksheets
- Art criticism vocabulary reference
- Presentation materials

- Framework development assessment - Vocabulary use evaluation - 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