People, Population and Relationships

Slavery and Servitude - Forms of slavery and servitude in traditional African society
Slavery and Servitude - Factors which led to development of Indian Ocean slave trade

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

- Define slavery and servitude
- Identify various forms of slavery and servitude in traditional African society
- Show empathy for those who suffered from slavery and servitude

- Learners to talk to friends about the meaning of slavery and servitude
- Use digital or print resources to research on various forms of slavery and servitude in traditional African and contemporary society
- Read statements and choose correct words that fit the statements relating to forms of slavery and servitude
- Identify and discuss other forms of slavery and servitude in traditional African and contemporary society

Why has slavery and servitude existed for thousands of years?

Smart minds Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 25
- Digital resources
- Print materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 26
- Video clips

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

People, Population and Relationships

Slavery and Servitude - Geographical extent of Indian Ocean slave trade
Slavery and Servitude - Promoting human dignity

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

- Sketch the geographical extent of the regions covered by Indian Ocean slave trade in Africa
- Identify the routes used in the Indian Ocean slave trade
- Show concern for the regions affected by the Indian Ocean slave trade

- Learners to study a map showing the geographical extent of the regions covered by Indian Ocean Slave Trade in Africa
- Sketch the map in exercise books
- Show the routes used by the Indian Ocean slave trade routes along the Red Sea, Mediterranean Sea and the Indian Ocean
- Use digital or print media to search for a map showing the geographical extent of the regions covered by the Indian Ocean slave trade in Africa
- Draw this map on manila paper using different colors to illustrate routes and regions

How widespread was the Indian Ocean slave trade in Africa?

Smart mindsSocial Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 27
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Manila papers
- Coloring materials
- Maps
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 28
- Chart papers

- Observation - Project work - Sketching skills

People, Population and Relationships

Socio-economic organisation of selected African Communities up to 1900 - Locating selected African communities
Socio-economic organisation of selected African Communities up to 1900 - Social and economic activities

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

- Identify selected African communities (The Ogiek, Zulu, Asante)
- Locate on a map of Africa the areas settled by the selected African communities
- Appreciate the geographical distribution of the selected African communities

- Learners to draw a map of Africa and indicate the areas settled by the selected African communities (The Ogiek, Zulu, Asante)
- Use print or digital devices to research on the areas settled by the selected African communities
- Locate the selected African communities on a map of Africa
- Present their maps to the class

Where were the Ogiek, Zulu, and Asante communities located in Africa?

Smart mindsSocial Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 29
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Maps
- Drawing materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 30

- Observation - Project work - Oral questions

People, Population and Relationships

Socio-economic organisation of selected African Communities up to 1900 - Comparing socio-economic organisations
Socio-economic organisation of selected African Communities up to 1900 - Cultural practices

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

- Compare the socio-economic organisations of the selected African communities up to 1900
- Debate on differences and similarities in socio-economic organisation of the selected communities
- Desire to apply effective communication to promote positive social interactions

- Learners to debate on the differences and similarities in socio-economic organisation of the selected African communities up to 1900
- Create a comparison chart showing similarities and differences in socio-economic organisation
- Interact with learners from other communities and share on socio-economic organisation in the locality
- Present their findings to the class

How can we promote positive interactions among communities?

Smart mindsSocial Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 30
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Chart papers
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 31

- Observation - Oral questions - Debate assessment

People, Population and Relationships

Origin of Money - Comparison between barter trade and currency trade

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

- Identify currencies used in different African countries
- Compare barter trade and the use of currency trade in Africa
- Appreciate the evolution from barter trade to currency trade

- Learners to study currencies used in different African countries
- Discuss how buying and selling of items was done before introduction of currencies
- Identify types of trade highlighted in pictures
- Discuss differences between barter trade and currency trade
- Complete a table comparing barter trade and currency trade

How has money transformed trade in Africa?

Smart mindsSocial Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 31
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Currency samples/images

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

People, Population and Relationships

Origin of Money - Role-playing barter and currency trade
Origin of Money - Factors that led to introduction of money in Africa

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

- Demonstrate understanding of barter and currency trade through role play
- Identify advantages and challenges of both trade systems
- Value the significance of currency in modern trade

- Learners to divide into groups
- Role-play on barter trade and currency trade in an African village market
- Take turns to role-play in class with other groups providing constructive criticism
- Write down key points learned from the role-play
- Discuss the advantages and challenges of both trade systems

What are the practical differences between barter and currency trade?

Smart mindsSocial Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 32
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Props for role play
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 33

- Observation - Performance assessment - Oral questions

People, Population and Relationships

Origin of Money - Impact of introduction of money in Africa
Human Diversity and interpersonal relationships - Factors determining human diversity

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

- Analyze the impact of introduction of money in Africa
- Debate on positive and negative effects of introduction of money
- Appreciate the role of money in economic development

- Learners to read a magazine cutout on the transformative impact of money in Africa
- Identify transformations brought by introduction of money
- Discuss what made barter trade difficult and how money solved trading problems
- Identify statements highlighting the impact of money introduction in Africa
- Discuss other transformations brought by money

How did the introduction of money affect African societies?

Smart minds Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 34
- Digital resources
- Print materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 40
- Dictionary

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

People, Population and Relationships

Human Diversity and interpersonal relationships - Interpersonal skills
Human Diversity and interpersonal relationships - Desirable and undesirable personality attributes

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

- Identify interpersonal skills that enhance healthy interactions
- Analyze life skills that promote healthy relationships
- Value interpersonal skills that enhance healthy interactions

- Learners to listen to a resource person talk about interpersonal skills that enhance healthy interactions in a multicultural society
- Use digital devices or print media to read about negotiation skills and other interpersonal skills
- Create a table categorizing skills that enhance or hinder healthy interactions
- Make a poster displaying interpersonal skills with brief descriptions

Why is respect and appreciation of diversity crucial for social cohesion?

Smart minds social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 41
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Resource person
- Chart papers
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 42

- Observation - Oral questions - Project work

People, Population and Relationships

Human Diversity and interpersonal relationships - Benefits of healthy relationships
Human Diversity and interpersonal relationships - Promoting inclusion and diversity

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

- Explain the importance of building healthy relationships in a multicultural society
- Compose a poem on the importance of healthy relationships
- Appreciate the importance of building healthy relationships

- Learners to research the importance of building healthy relationships in a multicultural society
- Read a placard designed by a Grade 7 learner about healthy relationships
- Read a dialogue between students discussing the importance of healthy relationships
- Compose a poem on the importance of building healthy relationships
- Inquire from parents/guardians on importance of building healthy relationships

What are the benefits of healthy relationships in a multicultural society?

Smart mindsSocial Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 44
- Digital resources
- Print materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 45
- Chart papers

- Observation - Oral questions - Creative writing assessment

People, Population and Relationships

Peace and conflict resolution - Qualities of a peaceful person

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

- Identify qualities of a peaceful person in the community
- Discuss qualities of a peaceful person
- Value the importance of being a peaceful person

- Learners to use relevant reference materials or digital devices to search on qualities of a peaceful person
- Outline qualities of a peaceful person in the community
- Read flashcards with qualities of a peaceful person
- Read a conversation about qualities of a peaceful person
- Inquire from parents/guardians on qualities of a peaceful person

What qualities make someone a peaceful person?

Smart mindsSocial Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 53
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Flashcards

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

People, Population and Relationships

Peace and conflict resolution - Factors promoting peaceful coexistence
Peace and conflict resolution - Peaceful conflict resolution process

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

- Identify factors that promote peaceful coexistence
- Discuss how these factors promote peaceful coexistence
- Show commitment to promoting peaceful coexistence

- Learners to listen to a resource person talk about factors that promote peaceful coexistence
- Take notes from what the resource person says
- Read factors that promote peaceful coexistence written on a chalkboard
- Discuss how these factors promote peaceful coexistence
- Create a chart showing factors that promote peaceful coexistence

How can we promote peace for mutual social well-being?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 54
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Resource person
- Chart papers
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 55

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

People, Population and Relationships

Peace and conflict resolution - Resolving conflicts in everyday situations
Peace and conflict resolution - Importance of peaceful coexistence

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

- Demonstrate peaceful conflict resolution in everyday situations
- Explain the process of resolving conflicts
- Show commitment to resolving conflicts peacefully

- Learners to practice resolving conflicts between friends arguing over ownership of a textbook
- Explain and assess the process followed in resolving the conflict
- Help resolve a disagreement between two learners over a burst ball
- Role-play the conflict resolution process
- Present the play to the class

What steps should be followed when resolving conflicts?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 56
- Digital resources
- Print materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 57

- Observation - Performance assessment - Oral questions

People, Population and Relationships
Political Development and Governance

Peace and conflict resolution - Managing stress and emotions
Political Development in Africa up to 1900 - Political organization

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

- Identify ways to manage stress and emotions
- Demonstrate techniques for managing stress and emotions
- Value the importance of emotional management for inner peace

- Learners to discuss various sources of stress and emotional challenges
- Research techniques for managing stress and emotions
- Practice relaxation techniques such as deep breathing and positive self-talk
- Create a personal stress management plan
- Share effective strategies with classmates

How can stress and emotions be managed to promote inner peace?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 58
- Digital resources
- Print materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 109
- Reference materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

Political Development in Africa up to 1900 - Scramble for Africa
Political Development in Africa up to 1900 - European roles

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

- Explain the meaning of "Scramble for and Partition of Africa"
- Identify European powers involved in the scramble
- Show interest in African colonial history

- Research the meaning of "Scramble for and Partition of Africa"
- Discuss the meaning with peers
- Write an essay explaining "Scramble for and Partition of Africa"
- Present essays for peer review
- Share work with parents or guardians

How did developments in Europe influence the scramble and partition of Africa?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 109-110
- Reference materials
- Digital resources
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 110-112
- Chart materials
- Reference books

- Observation - Essay assessment - Oral presentations

Political Development and Governance

Political Development in Africa up to 1900 - Berlin Conference
Political Development in Africa up to 1900 - Colonial territories

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

- Examine the terms of the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885
- Explain the significance of the conference
- Value the importance of understanding colonial history

- Research terms of the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885
- Study a poster with information about the Berlin Conference
- Discuss questions related to the conference
- Create posters on the terms of the Berlin Conference
- Display posters in the Social Studies learning corner

What were the outcomes of the Berlin Conference?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 112-113
- Poster materials
- Digital resources
- Reference books
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 113-114
- Map of colonial Africa
- Atlas

- Observation - Poster assessment - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

The Constitution of Kenya - Importance

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

- Define what a constitution is
- Explain the importance of the Constitution of Kenya
- Value the role of the constitution in governance

- Research the meaning of the Constitution of Kenya
- Research the importance of the Constitution of Kenya
- Write an essay on the importance of the Constitution
- Read dialogues about the importance of the constitution
- Identify important points from the dialogue

Why should a country have a constitution?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 118-119
- Constitution of Kenya
- Digital resources
- Reference materials

- Observation - Essay assessment - Oral questions

Political Development and Governance

The Constitution of Kenya - Upholding the constitution
The Constitution of Kenya - Promulgation

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

- Define terms related to upholding and protecting the constitution
- Identify ways of upholding the constitution
- Show interest in constitutional protection

- Match terms related to upholding and protecting the constitution with their meanings
- Research ways of upholding and protecting the Constitution of Kenya
- Discuss ways of upholding and protecting the Constitution
- Create posters showing ways to uphold the constitution

Why should we uphold and protect the Constitution?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 119-120
- Constitution of Kenya
- Digital resources
- Poster materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 121
- Video resources

- Observation - Matching exercises - Oral questions

Political Development and Governance

The Constitution of Kenya - National values
The Constitution of Kenya - Applying national values

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

- Identify national values in the Constitution of Kenya
- Explain the importance of national values
- Appreciate the role of values in governance

- Research national values provided in the Constitution of Kenya
- Complete a crossword puzzle containing Kenyan national values
- Complete a table explaining national values
- Discuss the importance of national values
- Create posters highlighting national values

How do national values promote good governance?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 122-123
- Constitution of Kenya
- Digital resources
- Poster materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 123-125
- Song materials

- Observation - Puzzle completion - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

Human Rights - Classification
Human Rights - Characteristics

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

- Define human rights
- Classify human rights as stipulated in human rights instruments
- Value human rights in society

- Research the concept of human rights
- Research the classification of human rights
- Provide examples for each classification
- Share findings with the class
- Create posters showing human rights classifications

Why is it important to know our rights?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 126-128
- Human rights documents
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 128-129
- Art materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

Human Rights - Equity and non-discrimination
Human Rights - Promoting equity

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

- Explain the concept of equity and non-discrimination
- Identify examples of equity in society
- Value fair treatment of all people

- Study pictures showing examples of equity
- Discuss observations about equity and non-discrimination
- Read a story about equity and discuss its message
- Read a poem about non-discrimination and discuss its message
- Discuss benefits of equity and non-discrimination

How can we promote equity and non-discrimination in society?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 130-132
- Pictures showing equity
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 132-134
- Poster materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

Human Rights - Valuing human rights

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

- Explain ways to promote respect for human rights
- Identify actions that support human dignity
- Value the importance of human rights

- Research ways to promote respect for human rights
- Study a chart on promoting respect for human rights
- Discuss ways of promoting respect for human rights
- Organize a debate on "Value human rights for promotion of human dignity"
- Note down main points from the debate

How can we promote respect for human rights in our community?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 134-135
- Human rights documents
- Digital resources
- Reference materials

- Observation - Debate assessment - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

African Diasporas - Concept
African Diasporas - Contributing factors

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

- Explain the concept of African Diasporas
- Identify key characteristics of diasporas
- Show interest in diaspora communities

- Research the concept of African Diasporas
- Read messages about African Diasporas from African Union documents
- Compare research findings with the messages
- Read articles about African Diasporas
- Discuss the concept with peers

How can we promote collaboration between continental Africans and African Diasporas?

Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 138-139
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 139-140

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

African Diasporas - Geographic locations
African Diasporas - Political development

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

- Locate countries inhabited by African Diasporas by 1960
- Identify major diaspora settlements
- Value the global presence of African descendants

- Research locations of the United States, Brazil, and France on a world map
- Study a map showing countries inhabited by African Diasporas by 1960
- Name countries that were inhabited by African Diasporas by 1960
- Give the direction of these countries in relation to Africa
- Draw a map indicating diaspora locations

Where are African Diasporas located globally?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 140-141
- World maps
- Atlas
- Digital resources
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 141-142
- Reference materials
- Debate materials

- Observation - Map work - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

African Diasporas - Promoting unity
Citizenship - Interconnectedness

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

- Develop slogans promoting African unity
- Explain ways to strengthen diaspora-continent connections
- Value African unity and cooperation

- Study slogans on African Diasporas in promoting African unity
- Discuss the importance of each message to African diasporas
- Create slogans on African diasporas and promotion of African unity
- Write slogans on manila paper
- Display work in the school
- Research ways to promote collaboration between continental Africans and diasporas

How can we promote African unity in society today?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 142-143
- Digital resources
- Manila papers
- Art materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 144-145
- Reference materials

- Observation - Slogan assessment - Research findings

Political Development and Governance

Citizenship - Globalization effects
Citizenship - Global citizen qualities

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

- Define globalization
- Examine effects of globalization at national and global levels
- Show interest in global connections

- Research the meaning of globalization and its effects
- Study a poster showing effects of globalization
- Categorize effects as positive or negative
- Create a wheel diagram showing effects of globalization
- Display the wheel at the Social Studies corner

Which are the common concerns in the world today?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 145-147
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
- Art materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 147-149
- Poster materials

- Observation - Wheel assessment - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

Citizenship - International contribution

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

- Explain ways of contributing to the international community
- Identify actions that maintain national loyalty while being global
- Value balanced global and national citizenship

- Research ways of contributing to the international community while maintaining loyalty to own country
- Read poems about balanced citizenship
- Study messages related to international contributions
- Discuss ways of contributing internationally while maintaining national loyalty
- Compose songs or poems on balanced citizenship

How can we contribute to the international community while maintaining loyalty to our country?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 149-151
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
- Creative materials

- Observation - Creative work assessment - Oral questions