2026 KICD CBC Curriculum Design7 Strands · 12 Sub-strands63 Suggested Lessons

Grade 2 Hindu Religious Activities Strands, Sub-strands & Schemes of Work (2026)

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Grade 2 Hindu Religious Activities Curriculum Facts

Summary of syllabus structure, strands, lesson periods, and approved textbooks for Grade 2 Hindu Religious Activities under the Kenya CBC curriculum framework.

Class / Level
Grade 2
Pre-Primary Education
Major Strands
7 Strands
12 Sub-strands
Annual Lessons
63 Lesson Periods
5 Lessons Per Week
Terms Available
Terms 1, 2 & 3
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Grade 2 Hindu Religious Activities Term 1 Scheme Table

13-week teaching 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
111.0 Creation1.1 Myself

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

a) name the people he/she interacts with at school

1. What is the location of your school?

- The learner be introduced to the school staff by the teacher and encouraged to show respect to them.

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
21.0 Creation1.1 Myself

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

a) report incidents to the authorities in school for attention

1. How do you relate to people in school?

- Learner be encouraged to respect themselves and others in the school.

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
31.0 Creation1.1 Myself

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

a) appreciate everyone in school as God's creation

1. What will you do if something happens to you in school?

- Learner be encouraged to report any unpleasant incident by anybody within the school.

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
41.0 Creation1.1 Myself

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

a) appreciate everyone in school as God's creation

1. What will you do if something happens to you in school?

- Learner be encouraged to report any unpleasant incident by anybody within the school.

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
51.0 Creation1.1 Myself

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

a) appreciate everyone in school as God's creation

1. What will you do if something happens to you in school?

- Learner be encouraged to report any unpleasant incident by anybody within the school.

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
211.0 Creation1.1 Myself

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

a) appreciate everyone in school as God's creation

1. What will you do if something happens to you in school?

- Learner be encouraged to report any unpleasant incident by anybody within the school.

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
21.0 Creation1.1 Myself

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

a) appreciate everyone in school as God's creation

1. What will you do if something happens to you in school?

- Learner be encouraged to report any unpleasant incident by anybody within the school.

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
31.0 Creation1.1 Myself

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

a) appreciate everyone in school as God's creation

1. What will you do if something happens to you in school?

- Learner be encouraged to report any unpleasant incident by anybody within the school.

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
41.0 Creation1.2 Pancha Mahabhoot (Elements of Nature):

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

a) acknowledge the Prithvi (earth) as Paramatma's given home for all creation

1. Where do insects live?

- The learner be guided to do projects that show the importance of Prithvi (earth).

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
51.0 Creation1.2 Pancha Mahabhoot (Elements of Nature):

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

a) acknowledge the Prithvi (earth) as Paramatma's given home for all creation

1. Where do insects live?

- The learner be guided to do projects that show the importance of Prithvi (earth).

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
311.0 Creation1.2 Pancha Mahabhoot (Elements of Nature):

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

a) identify plants, animals and insects as Paramatma's creation

1. Where do plants grow?

- The learner be encouraged to take care of the environment

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
21.0 Creation1.2 Pancha Mahabhoot (Elements of Nature):

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

a) appreciate plants and animals on Earth as God's creation.

1. How can we take care of the environment?

- A resource person be invited to guide learners in recitation of prayers and explain the importance of prayers in worship

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
31.0 Creation1.2 Pancha Mahabhoot (Elements of Nature):

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

a) mention the specific morning prayers used for worship

1. Which prayer do you recite in the morning?

- A resource person be invited to guide learners in recitation of prayers and explain the importance of prayers in worship

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
41.0 Creation1.2 Pancha Mahabhoot (Elements of Nature):

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

a) recite the specific morning prayers of the four faiths for spiritual nourishment.

1. Which rituals do you observe at the places of worship?

- The learner be shown videos on Pratahkaal Sandhya Japji Sahib Samayik Om Meditation.

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
51.0 Creation1.2 Pancha Mahabhoot (Elements of Nature):

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

a) recite the specific morning prayers of the four faiths for spiritual nourishment.

1. Which rituals do you observe at the places of worship?

- The learner be shown videos on Pratahkaal Sandhya Japji Sahib Samayik Om Meditation.

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
Official KICD Syllabus

Grade 2 Hindu Religious Activities Strands and Sub-strands (Full Curriculum)

Explore the complete curriculum designs for Grade 2 Hindu Religious Activities. Includes specific learning outcomes (SLOs), key inquiry questions (KIQs), learning experiences, and teaching resources.

1
Strand 1.0

1.0 Creation

2 Sub-strands9 Lessons

1.1 1.1 Myself

Term 13 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • name the people he/she interacts with at school
  • report incidents to the authorities in school for attention
  • appreciate everyone in school as God's creation
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • What is the location of your school?
  • How do you relate to people in school?
  • What will you do if something happens to you in school?
Suggested Experiences
  • The learner be introduced to the school staff by the teacher and encouraged to show respect to them.
  • Learner be encouraged to respect themselves and others in the school.
  • Learner be encouraged to report any unpleasant incident by anybody within the school.
Teaching Resources

Approved course books, concrete realia, charts, manipulatives & digital devices.

1.2 1.2 Pancha Mahabhoot (Elements of Nature):

Term 16 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • acknowledge the Prithvi (earth) as Paramatma's given home for all creation
  • identify plants, animals and insects as Paramatma's creation
  • appreciate plants and animals on Earth as God's creation.
  • mention the specific morning prayers used for worship
  • recite the specific morning prayers of the four faiths for spiritual nourishment.
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Where do insects live?
  • Where do plants grow?
  • How can we take care of the environment?
  • Which prayer do you recite in the morning?
  • Which rituals do you observe at the places of worship?
Suggested Experiences
  • The learner be guided to do projects that show the importance of Prithvi (earth).
  • The learner be encouraged to take care of the environment
  • A resource person be invited to guide learners in recitation of prayers and explain the importance of prayers in worship
  • The learner be shown videos on Pratahkaal Sandhya Japji Sahib Samayik Om Meditation.
Teaching Resources

Approved course books, concrete realia, charts, manipulatives & digital devices.

2
Strand 2.0

2.0. Worship

0 Sub-strands0 Lessons
3
Strand 3.0

3.0 Manifestations

2 Sub-strands12 Lessons

3.1 3.1 Qualities of Enlightened Beings

Term 16 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • strand, the learner should
  • be able to mention the
  • qualities of the Enlightened
  • beings for familiarization.
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Which names of the Enlightened beings do you know?
  • What are the qualities of an Enlightened Being?
Suggested Experiences
  • The learner be taught the qualities of Rishabhdev (First Tirthankar), Hanumaan ji, Guru Angad Dev ji (Second Guru), Lord Buddha through stories, audio-visual aids.
  • Learner be encouraged to share the knowledge in pairs/groups.
Teaching Resources

Approved course books, concrete realia, charts, manipulatives & digital devices.

3.2 3.2 Qualities of Paramatma

Term 16 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • mention the qualities of Paramatma for familiarization
  • appreciate the manifestation of Paramatma through His qualities.
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Who created the world?
  • Do you know who takes care of the world?
  • Who out of the three (Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva) is the liberator?
Suggested Experiences
  • The learner be told stories about Brahma(Creator),
  • Vishnu (Sustainer)
  • Shiva (Liberator)
  • The learner be shown pictures/ audio-visual aids that show the qualities of Paramatma
  • to get more knowledge on the qualities of the Enlightened Beings.
Teaching Resources

Approved course books, concrete realia, charts, manipulatives & digital devices.

4
Strand 4.0

4.0 Scriptures

3 Sub-strands11 Lessons

4.1 4.1 Kalpasutra and Dhammapada

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • acknowledge Kalpasutra and Dhammapada as a source of divine knowledge
  • appreciate the importance of Kalpasutra and Dhammapada as holy Scriptures.
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • What do you know about Kalpasutra and Dhammapada?
  • Why are scriptures important?
Suggested Experiences
  • Learner could be shown pictures of the Scriptures Kalpasutra Dhammapada.
  • Learner to be given the basic information about the Scriptures.
Teaching Resources

Approved course books, concrete realia, charts, manipulatives & digital devices.

4.2 4.2Introduction to Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji

Term 24 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • appreciate compilation of Sri Guru Granth Sahib ji for spiritual growth.
  • understand the concept of installation of Sri Guru Granth Sahib ji as the Living Guru.
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Which holy Scripture is the Living Guru Ji?
Suggested Experiences
  • Learner be taught about the compilation of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji.
  • Learner be familiarised with the first installation of Sri Guru Granth Sahib ji.
Teaching Resources

Approved course books, concrete realia, charts, manipulatives & digital devices.

4.3 4.3 Handling of Scriptures

Term 23 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • handle the Scriptures appropriately as Holy books.
  • appreciate the importance of scriptures for strengthening faith.
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How are the holy books handled?
  • Who handles the Scriptures at the place of worship?
Suggested Experiences
  • The learner be guided on how to handle the scriptures through videos and visits to places of worship.
Teaching Resources

Approved course books, concrete realia, charts, manipulatives & digital devices.

5
Strand 5.0

5.0 Yoga (Exercises for Good health)

2 Sub-strands10 Lessons

5.1 5.1 Pranayam (Breathing exercises)

Term 24 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • demonstrate the correct posture of performing simple breathing exercises for physical wellbeing
  • practice exercises for physical development
  • appreciate pranayam as a way of coping with emotions
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Which breathing exercise do you perform?
  • How do you feel after performing the breathing exercises?
Suggested Experiences
  • Learner be shown age appropriate pranayams: Sheetali Pranayaam(cooling breath), Sheet kari Paranayaam (hissing breath) through audio-visual aids /charts/ Resource person/teacher.
  • Learners to be engaged in group activity to practice pranayam.
Teaching Resources

Approved course books, concrete realia, charts, manipulatives & digital devices.

5.2 5.2 Asanas (Body Postures)

Term 26 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • demonstrate simple body postures
  • practice simple asanas to improve physical health
  • develop self-control ( to sit quietly for few minutes) to promote good discipline
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • What are asanas?
  • Do you exercise?
  • Why do you exercise?
Suggested Experiences
  • Learner to be shown videos/ pictures of people Practicing simple asanas: - Padahastasana (hand to foot pose) - Ashwa sanchala asan (equestrian pose) - Parvat aasan (Mountain pose)
  • Learners to be encouraged to practice simple asanas in appropriate attire in groups or pairs.
Teaching Resources

Approved course books, concrete realia, charts, manipulatives & digital devices.

6
Strand 6.0

6.0 Sadachar

2 Sub-strands9 Lessons

6.1 6.1 General Etiquette

Term 23 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • strand, the learner should be
  • able to recognise the words
  • of welcome and farewell as
  • a sign of good behaviour
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How do you welcome visitors at home/school?
  • Which are some of the words you can use for good behaviour?
Suggested Experiences
  • The learner be shown in groups on how to welcome visitors at home and school to practice Hospitality.
Teaching Resources

Approved course books, concrete realia, charts, manipulatives & digital devices.

6.2 6.2 Sewa (selfless service)

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • demonstrate willingness to do community service for social welfare
  • appreciate the use of polite words while doing community service.
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • What kind of Sewa do you do at your community centre?
Suggested Experiences
  • The learner be encouraged to collect litter lying in their immediate surrounding as an act of community service.
  • The learners be shown pictures/charts/ videos on hospitality/community service
  • The learner be encouraged to participate in charity walk as part of community service.
  • visit elderly and learn and practise hospitality in community
Teaching Resources

Approved course books, concrete realia, charts, manipulatives & digital devices.

7
Strand 7.0

7.0 Utsav (Festivals)

1 Sub-strand12 Lessons

7.1 7.1 Religious Festivals

Term 312 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • mention religious festival in celebrating Birthdays of Enlightened beings for community bonding
  • use appropriate greetings while interacting with people during festivals
  • appreciate festivals for their role in promoting peace and friendship
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • When do you celebrate your birthday?
  • What do you do to celebrate your birthday?
  • Why do we celebrate Janamashtami?
Suggested Experiences
  • Learners to participate in the celebration of: Mahavir Jayanti, Ram Navmi, Janamashtami, Buddha Jayanti Prakash Utsav (Gurpurabs)
  • The learners be shown pictures / videos on the religious festivals
  • Learners to listen and sing appropriate Stavans, Shabads and bhajans in groups related to festivals
  • Learner to share and learn from each other about celebration of their festivals
Teaching Resources

Approved course books, concrete realia, charts, manipulatives & digital devices.

Grade 2 Hindu Religious Activities Schemes of Work by Term (1, 2 & 3)

Download editable schemes of work and explore strands for all terms in Grade 2 Hindu Religious Activities.

Term 1 Scheme13 Weeks
  • 1.0 Creation
  • 3.0 Manifestations
  • 4.0 Scriptures
Term 2 Scheme14 Weeks
  • 4.0 Scriptures
  • 5.0 Yoga (Exercises for Good health)
  • 6.0 Sadachar
Term 3 Scheme9 Weeks
  • 6.0 Sadachar
  • 7.0 Utsav (Festivals)

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Help & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main strands in Grade 2 Hindu Religious Activities?

The official KICD strands for Grade 2 Hindu Religious Activities are: 1.0 Creation, 2.0. Worship, 3.0 Manifestations, 4.0 Scriptures, 5.0 Yoga (Exercises for Good health), 6.0 Sadachar, 7.0 Utsav (Festivals). Each strand is broken down into structured sub-strands with specific learning outcomes, inquiry questions, and suggested lesson periods.

Which sub-strands are taught across Term 1, Term 2, and Term 3 in Grade 2 Hindu Religious Activities?

The curriculum is systematically distributed across all three terms based on Ministry of Education term durations. Term 1 covers foundational strands, Term 2 advances core competencies, and Term 3 focuses on measurement, geometry, application, and revision. Review the curriculum breakdown above for the term-by-term allocation.

Are specific learning outcomes and inquiry questions included in these schemes?

Yes, every lesson in our Grade 2 Hindu Religious Activities schemes contains exact KICD specific learning outcomes (knowledge, skills, and attitudes), key inquiry questions, learning experiences, and assessment methods.

Can I download editable Word (.docx) and PDF schemes for Grade 2 Hindu Religious Activities?

Yes! You can instantly download formatted, editable Microsoft Word files (.docx) or print-ready PDFs for Term 1, Term 2, and Term 3, or customize them with your school name, TSC number, and term dates.