2026 KICD CBC Curriculum Design9 Weeks · 45 Lessons1 Strands in Term 3

Grade 2 English Activities Schemes of Work & Strands (Term 3 2026)

Comprehensive curriculum designs, strands, sub-strands, specific learning outcomes, inquiry questions, and editable schemes of work for Grade 2 English Activities Term 3. Free on-page syllabus breakdown with instant export to editable Word (.docx) and PDF.

Grade 2 English Activities Term 3 Curriculum Overview

Summary of syllabus requirements, weekly distribution, key milestones, and course books approved by the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) for Grade 2 English Activities in Term 3.

Class / Grade
Grade 2
Pre-Primary Level
Learning Area
English Activities
Core CBC Activity
Term Duration
9 Weeks (45 Lessons)
5 Lessons Per Week
Key Milestones
Mid: Wk 5 · Exam: Wk 9
Ministry of Education 2026
Full Term Timetable

Grade 2 English Activities Term 3 Scheme of Work Table

Week-by-week lesson matrix with specific learning outcomes, inquiry questions, learning experiences, and assessment methods.

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WkLsnStrandSub-strandSpecific Learning OutcomesKey Inquiry Question(s)Learning ExperiencesLearning ResourcesAssessment MethodsReflection
113.0 WRITING3.1. Pre- Writing This should blend in as part of every component of writing to ensure that learners acquire the habit of sitting and placing their materials appropriately as they write. Empasis on sitting posture,

By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to;

a) demonstrate appropriate posture while writing,

b) share ideas about the writing materials they know,

1. Why do we write from left to write?

2. Why is it important to write legibly?

3. Why is it important to place materials correctly while writing?

- Learners are shown how to sit appropriately and position the exercise book correctly.

- Learners practise using appropriate writing materials, how to hold pencils correctly and write from the left to right, with the teacher's guidance.

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
23.0 WRITING3.1. Pre- Writing This should blend in as part of every component of writing to ensure that learners acquire the habit of sitting and placing their materials appropriately as they write. Empasis on sitting posture,

By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to;

a) demonstrate appropriate posture while writing,

b) share ideas about the writing materials they know,

1. Why do we write from left to write?

2. Why is it important to write legibly?

3. Why is it important to place materials correctly while writing?

- Learners are shown how to sit appropriately and position the exercise book correctly.

- Learners practise using appropriate writing materials, how to hold pencils correctly and write from the left to right, with the teacher's guidance.

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
33.0 WRITING3.1. Pre- Writing This should blend in as part of every component of writing to ensure that learners acquire the habit of sitting and placing their materials appropriately as they write. Empasis on sitting posture,

By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to;

a) demonstrate appropriate posture while writing,

b) share ideas about the writing materials they know,

1. Why do we write from left to write?

2. Why is it important to write legibly?

3. Why is it important to place materials correctly while writing?

- Learners are shown how to sit appropriately and position the exercise book correctly.

- Learners practise using appropriate writing materials, how to hold pencils correctly and write from the left to right, with the teacher's guidance.

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
43.0 WRITING3.1. Pre- Writing This should blend in as part of every component of writing to ensure that learners acquire the habit of sitting and placing their materials appropriately as they write. Empasis on sitting posture,

By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to;

a) demonstrate appropriate posture while writing,

b) share ideas about the writing materials they know,

1. Why do we write from left to write?

2. Why is it important to write legibly?

3. Why is it important to place materials correctly while writing?

- Learners are shown how to sit appropriately and position the exercise book correctly.

- Learners practise using appropriate writing materials, how to hold pencils correctly and write from the left to right, with the teacher's guidance.

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
53.0 WRITING3.1. Pre- Writing This should blend in as part of every component of writing to ensure that learners acquire the habit of sitting and placing their materials appropriately as they write. Empasis on sitting posture,

By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to;

a) demonstrate appropriate posture while writing,

b) share ideas about the writing materials they know,

1. Why do we write from left to write?

2. Why is it important to write legibly?

3. Why is it important to place materials correctly while writing?

- Learners are shown how to sit appropriately and position the exercise book correctly.

- Learners practise using appropriate writing materials, how to hold pencils correctly and write from the left to right, with the teacher's guidance.

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
213.0 WRITING3.1. Pre- Writing This should blend in as part of every component of writing to ensure that learners acquire the habit of sitting and placing their materials appropriately as they write. Empasis on sitting posture,

By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to;

a) demonstrate appropriate posture while writing,

b) share ideas about the writing materials they know,

1. Why do we write from left to write?

2. Why is it important to write legibly?

3. Why is it important to place materials correctly while writing?

- Learners are shown how to sit appropriately and position the exercise book correctly.

- Learners practise using appropriate writing materials, how to hold pencils correctly and write from the left to right, with the teacher's guidance.

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
23.0 WRITING3.1. Pre- Writing This should blend in as part of every component of writing to ensure that learners acquire the habit of sitting and placing their materials appropriately as they write. Empasis on sitting posture,

By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to;

a) demonstrate appropriate posture while writing,

b) share ideas about the writing materials they know,

1. Why do we write from left to write?

2. Why is it important to write legibly?

3. Why is it important to place materials correctly while writing?

- Learners are shown how to sit appropriately and position the exercise book correctly.

- Learners practise using appropriate writing materials, how to hold pencils correctly and write from the left to right, with the teacher's guidance.

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
33.0 WRITING3.2 Handwriting Learners make incremental progress in improving their handwriting, in terms of legibility . Variations to this suggestion should be made by increasing more challenging practise exercises for handwriting. This is intended to take care of differentiated curriculum and learning. For those struggling with handwriting, letter patterns could be revised for practise.

By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to;

a) demonstrate legible handwriting for effective communication,

b) appreciate the importance of writing legibly for different purposes.

1. Learners copy letters of the alphabet, letter patterns and words as modelled. Learners are guided on correct letter formation by copying sentences from models, charts, flash cards and the chalkboard Learners observe peer demonstrations of well-shaped letters. Learners draw, label objects, practise writing their names from left to right and use a digital device to see correct letter formation.?

- cannot write neatly to improve their handwriting

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
43.0 WRITING3.2 Handwriting Learners make incremental progress in improving their handwriting, in terms of legibility . Variations to this suggestion should be made by increasing more challenging practise exercises for handwriting. This is intended to take care of differentiated curriculum and learning. For those struggling with handwriting, letter patterns could be revised for practise.

By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to;

a) demonstrate legible handwriting for effective communication,

b) appreciate the importance of writing legibly for different purposes.

1. Learners copy letters of the alphabet, letter patterns and words as modelled. Learners are guided on correct letter formation by copying sentences from models, charts, flash cards and the chalkboard Learners observe peer demonstrations of well-shaped letters. Learners draw, label objects, practise writing their names from left to right and use a digital device to see correct letter formation.?

- cannot write neatly to improve their handwriting

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
53.0 WRITING3.2 Handwriting Learners make incremental progress in improving their handwriting, in terms of legibility . Variations to this suggestion should be made by increasing more challenging practise exercises for handwriting. This is intended to take care of differentiated curriculum and learning. For those struggling with handwriting, letter patterns could be revised for practise.

By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to;

a) demonstrate legible handwriting for effective communication,

b) appreciate the importance of writing legibly for different purposes.

1. Learners copy letters of the alphabet, letter patterns and words as modelled. Learners are guided on correct letter formation by copying sentences from models, charts, flash cards and the chalkboard Learners observe peer demonstrations of well-shaped letters. Learners draw, label objects, practise writing their names from left to right and use a digital device to see correct letter formation.?

- cannot write neatly to improve their handwriting

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
313.0 WRITING3.2 Handwriting Learners make incremental progress in improving their handwriting, in terms of legibility . Variations to this suggestion should be made by increasing more challenging practise exercises for handwriting. This is intended to take care of differentiated curriculum and learning. For those struggling with handwriting, letter patterns could be revised for practise.

By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to;

a) demonstrate legible handwriting for effective communication,

b) appreciate the importance of writing legibly for different purposes.

1. Learners copy letters of the alphabet, letter patterns and words as modelled. Learners are guided on correct letter formation by copying sentences from models, charts, flash cards and the chalkboard Learners observe peer demonstrations of well-shaped letters. Learners draw, label objects, practise writing their names from left to right and use a digital device to see correct letter formation.?

- cannot write neatly to improve their handwriting

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
23.0 WRITING3.2 Handwriting Learners make incremental progress in improving their handwriting, in terms of legibility . Variations to this suggestion should be made by increasing more challenging practise exercises for handwriting. This is intended to take care of differentiated curriculum and learning. For those struggling with handwriting, letter patterns could be revised for practise.

By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to;

a) demonstrate legible handwriting for effective communication,

b) appreciate the importance of writing legibly for different purposes.

1. Learners copy letters of the alphabet, letter patterns and words as modelled. Learners are guided on correct letter formation by copying sentences from models, charts, flash cards and the chalkboard Learners observe peer demonstrations of well-shaped letters. Learners draw, label objects, practise writing their names from left to right and use a digital device to see correct letter formation.?

- cannot write neatly to improve their handwriting

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
33.0 WRITING3.2 Handwriting Learners make incremental progress in improving their handwriting, in terms of legibility . Variations to this suggestion should be made by increasing more challenging practise exercises for handwriting. This is intended to take care of differentiated curriculum and learning. For those struggling with handwriting, letter patterns could be revised for practise.

By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to;

a) demonstrate legible handwriting for effective communication,

b) appreciate the importance of writing legibly for different purposes.

1. Learners copy letters of the alphabet, letter patterns and words as modelled. Learners are guided on correct letter formation by copying sentences from models, charts, flash cards and the chalkboard Learners observe peer demonstrations of well-shaped letters. Learners draw, label objects, practise writing their names from left to right and use a digital device to see correct letter formation.?

- cannot write neatly to improve their handwriting

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
43.0 WRITING3.2 Handwriting Learners make incremental progress in improving their handwriting, in terms of legibility . Variations to this suggestion should be made by increasing more challenging practise exercises for handwriting. This is intended to take care of differentiated curriculum and learning. For those struggling with handwriting, letter patterns could be revised for practise.

By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to;

a) demonstrate legible handwriting for effective communication,

b) appreciate the importance of writing legibly for different purposes.

1. Learners copy letters of the alphabet, letter patterns and words as modelled. Learners are guided on correct letter formation by copying sentences from models, charts, flash cards and the chalkboard Learners observe peer demonstrations of well-shaped letters. Learners draw, label objects, practise writing their names from left to right and use a digital device to see correct letter formation.?

- cannot write neatly to improve their handwriting

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
53.0 WRITING3.3 Spelling Learners make incremental progress in writing more words correctly . Variations to this suggestion should be made by increasing the number of words to be spelt among learners who can write words correctly, with clarity and legibility . This is intended to take care of differentiated curriculum and learning. For those struggling with correct spelling, basic texts with simple words should be availed for practise.

By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to;

a) spell and write the words learnt in the vocabulary lesson correctly for effective communication,

b) appreciate the importance of writing words clearly, legibly and correctly for different purposes.

1. Why is it important to spell words correctly?

2. Why should we write legibly, correctly and correctly?

- Learners listen and repeat words as modeled, name the letters that make a word and write the word legibly and correctly.

- Learners re-arrange jumbled letters to make four to five- letter words, in pairs/groups.

- Learners use a letter box to make more words.

- Learners engage in gap filling exercise, to make sensible words- first in pairs, then individually.

- Learners check spelling of words from pictorial and digital children's dictionary,

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
Curriculum Design & Content

Grade 2 English Activities Term 3 Strands and Sub-strands Breakdown

Official KICD curriculum breakdown taught during Term 3 in Grade 2 English Activities. Includes specific learning outcomes (SLOs), key inquiry questions (KIQs), core learning experiences, and teaching aids.

1
Strand 1.0

3.0 WRITING

5 Sub-strands5 Lessons in Term 3

1.1 3.1. Pre- Writing This should blend in as part of every component of writing to ensure that learners acquire the habit of sitting and placing their materials appropriately as they write. Empasis on sitting posture,

1 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

By the end of this sub-strand, the learner should be able to:

  • demonstrate appropriate posture while writing,
  • share ideas about the writing materials they know,
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Why do we write from left to write?
  • Why is it important to write legibly?
  • Why is it important to place materials correctly while writing?
Learning Experiences
  • Learners are shown how to sit appropriately and position the exercise book correctly.
  • Learners practise using appropriate writing materials, how to hold pencils correctly and write from the left to right, with the teacher's guidance.
Teaching Resources

Approved textbooks, realia, counters, flashcards, charts & digital devices.

1.2 3.2 Handwriting Learners make incremental progress in improving their handwriting, in terms of legibility . Variations to this suggestion should be made by increasing more challenging practise exercises for handwriting. This is intended to take care of differentiated curriculum and learning. For those struggling with handwriting, letter patterns could be revised for practise.

1 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

By the end of this sub-strand, the learner should be able to:

  • demonstrate legible handwriting for effective communication,
  • appreciate the importance of writing legibly for different purposes.
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Learners copy letters of the alphabet, letter patterns and words as modelled. Learners are guided on correct letter formation by copying sentences from models, charts, flash cards and the chalkboard Learners observe peer demonstrations of well-shaped letters. Learners draw, label objects, practise writing their names from left to right and use a digital device to see correct letter formation.?
Learning Experiences
  • cannot write neatly to improve their handwriting
Teaching Resources

Approved textbooks, realia, counters, flashcards, charts & digital devices.

1.3 3.3 Spelling Learners make incremental progress in writing more words correctly . Variations to this suggestion should be made by increasing the number of words to be spelt among learners who can write words correctly, with clarity and legibility . This is intended to take care of differentiated curriculum and learning. For those struggling with correct spelling, basic texts with simple words should be availed for practise.

1 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

By the end of this sub-strand, the learner should be able to:

  • spell and write the words learnt in the vocabulary lesson correctly for effective communication,
  • appreciate the importance of writing words clearly, legibly and correctly for different purposes.
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Why is it important to spell words correctly?
  • Why should we write legibly, correctly and correctly?
Learning Experiences
  • Learners listen and repeat words as modeled, name the letters that make a word and write the word legibly and correctly.
  • Learners re-arrange jumbled letters to make four to five- letter words, in pairs/groups.
  • Learners use a letter box to make more words.
  • Learners engage in gap filling exercise, to make sensible words- first in pairs, then individually.
  • Learners check spelling of words from pictorial and digital children's dictionary,
Teaching Resources

Approved textbooks, realia, counters, flashcards, charts & digital devices.

1.4 3.4 Punctuation Learners make incremental progress in writing correctly punctuated texts. Variations to this suggestion should be made by increasing tasks with more

1 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

By the end of this sub-strand, the learner should be able to:

  • recognise appropriate punctuation marks in a text,
  • use full stops, capital and
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • When do we use capital letters?
  • When do we use small?
Learning Experiences
  • Learners are shown capital and the small letters.
  • Learners engage in group practice exercises write using capital and small letters correctly.
Teaching Resources

Approved textbooks, realia, counters, flashcards, charts & digital devices.

1.5 3.5 Guided Writing Learners practise writing two to three words from prompts every week and progressively complete simple blank filling exercises and finally write short phrases and sentences . Variations to this suggestion should be made by withdrawing prompts to increase independence in writing words where leaners demonstrate mastery of vocabulary. The progression to filling blanks using correct forms of words should also be accelarated in instances where learners can comfortably complete sentences. This is intended to take care of differentiated curriculum and learning. For those struggling with writing words, more prompts should be availed .

1 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

By the end of this sub-strand, the learner should be able to:

  • write words from a prompt to demonstrate mastery of vocabulary,
  • recognise the correct form and meaning of the words to be used in filling in gaps,
  • appreciate the importance of writing correct meaningful words, phrases and sentences.
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Learners respond to the prompts presented to them and write the words correctly. Learners fill in the gaps correctly Learners re-arrange words to make short phrases and sentences. Learners write meaningful sentences in pairs from simple substitution table. Learners match pictures with words and simple sentences. Learners respond to a prompt and write paragraph of 3-4 meaningful simple sentences on a familiar topic. In groups, learners re-order jumbled up sentences to logical order and write two coherent paragraphs of about 5-10 sentences. Learners write meaningful sentences and paragraphs with the guidance of the teacher.?
Learning Experiences
  • guided writing.
Teaching Resources

Approved textbooks, realia, counters, flashcards, charts & digital devices.

Grade 2 English Activities Full Year Strands (Terms 1, 2 & 3)

Complete annual curriculum scope for Grade 2 English Activities showing the term-by-term distribution of all 4 strands.

  • 1.0 LISTENING AND SPEAKING
  • Listening and Speaking
  • 2.0 READING
Term 3Current
  • 3.0 WRITING

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Help & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Grade 2 English Activities Term 3

What strands and sub-strands are covered in Grade 2 English Activities Term 3?

In Term 3, Grade 2 English Activities covers the following main strands: 3.0 WRITING. Each strand is broken down into specific sub-strands with allocated lesson periods across the 9-week term.

What are the specific learning outcomes for Grade 2 English Activities in Term 3?

Each sub-strand defines measurable learning outcomes covering knowledge, psychomotor skills, and values. Learners engage in hands-on activities, realia observation, and collaborative problem-solving as outlined in the syllabus breakdown above.

How is Grade 2 English Activities Term 3 structured across weeks?

This scheme spans 9 calendar weeks (45 lesson slots), with Mid-Term Break in Week 5 and End-of-Term Assessment in Week 9, in full compliance with the 2026 Kenyan Ministry of Education school calendar.

Can I download and edit this Term 3 scheme in Microsoft Word or PDF?

Yes. You can instantly download a completely editable Microsoft Word document (.docx) or print-ready PDF, or open it directly in the online scheme builder to customize teacher name, school name, and TSC details.