2026 KICD CBC Curriculum Design3 Strands · 6 Sub-strands33 Suggested Lessons

Grade 3 Hindu Religious Activities Strands, Sub-strands & Schemes of Work (2026)

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Grade 3 Hindu Religious Activities Curriculum Facts

Summary of syllabus structure, strands, lesson periods, and approved textbooks for Grade 3 Hindu Religious Activities under the Kenya CBC curriculum framework.

Class / Level: Grade 3
Major Strands: 3 Strands
Annual Lessons: 33 Lesson Periods
Terms Available: Terms 1, 2 & 3

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Grade 3 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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Wk	Lsn	Strand	Sub-strand	Specific Learning Outcomes	Key Inquiry Question(s)	Learning Experiences	Learning Resources	Assessment Methods	Reflection
1	1	3.0 Manifestations	3.1 The Enlightened Beings Introductory stories	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) mention qualities of Enlightened Beings for divine knowledge	-	- The learner be shown pictures/flash cards/videos to familiarize him/herself with: - Ajitnath (Second Tirthankar), - Lord Buddha, - Adi Shankracharya - Guru Amar Das ji (third Guru).	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	2	3.0 Manifestations	3.1 The Enlightened Beings Introductory stories	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) mention qualities of Enlightened Beings for divine knowledge	-	- The learner be shown pictures/flash cards/videos to familiarize him/herself with: - Ajitnath (Second Tirthankar), - Lord Buddha, - Adi Shankracharya - Guru Amar Das ji (third Guru).	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	3	3.0 Manifestations	3.1 The Enlightened Beings Introductory stories	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) mention qualities of Enlightened Beings for divine knowledge	-	- The learner be shown pictures/flash cards/videos to familiarize him/herself with: - Ajitnath (Second Tirthankar), - Lord Buddha, - Adi Shankracharya - Guru Amar Das ji (third Guru).	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	4	3.0 Manifestations	3.1 The Enlightened Beings Introductory stories	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) appreciate the qualities of Enlightened Beings to strengthen faith in Paramatma.	-	- The learner be told stories from the lives of above mentioned Enlightened Beings	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	5	3.0 Manifestations	3.1 The Enlightened Beings Introductory stories	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) appreciate the qualities of Enlightened Beings to strengthen faith in Paramatma.	-	- The learner be told stories from the lives of above mentioned Enlightened Beings	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
2	1	3.0 Manifestations	3.1 The Enlightened Beings Introductory stories	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) appreciate the qualities of Enlightened Beings to strengthen faith in Paramatma.	-	- The learner be told stories from the lives of above mentioned Enlightened Beings	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	2	3.0 Manifestations	3.1 The Enlightened Beings Introductory stories	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) appreciate the qualities of Enlightened Beings to strengthen faith in Paramatma.	-	- The learner be told stories from the lives of above mentioned Enlightened Beings	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	3	3.0 Manifestations	3.1 The Enlightened Beings Introductory stories	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) appreciate the qualities of Enlightened Beings to strengthen faith in Paramatma.	-	- The learner be told stories from the lives of above mentioned Enlightened Beings	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	4	3.0 Manifestations	3.1 The Enlightened Beings Introductory stories	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) appreciate the qualities of Enlightened Beings to strengthen faith in Paramatma.	-	- The learner be told stories from the lives of above mentioned Enlightened Beings	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	5	3.0 Manifestations	3.1 The Enlightened Beings Introductory stories	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) appreciate the qualities of Enlightened Beings to strengthen faith in Paramatma.	-	- The learner be told stories from the lives of above mentioned Enlightened Beings	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
3	1	3.0 Manifestations	3.1 The Enlightened Beings Introductory stories	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) appreciate the qualities of Enlightened Beings to strengthen faith in Paramatma.	-	- The learner be told stories from the lives of above mentioned Enlightened Beings	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	2	3.0 Manifestations	3.1 The Enlightened Beings Introductory stories	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) appreciate the qualities of Enlightened Beings to strengthen faith in Paramatma.	-	- The learner be told stories from the lives of above mentioned Enlightened Beings	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	3	3.0 Manifestations	3.1 The Enlightened Beings Introductory stories	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) appreciate the qualities of Enlightened Beings to strengthen faith in Paramatma.	-	- The learner be told stories from the lives of above mentioned Enlightened Beings	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	4	3.0 Manifestations	3.1 The Enlightened Beings Introductory stories	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) appreciate the qualities of Enlightened Beings to strengthen faith in Paramatma.	-	- The learner be told stories from the lives of above mentioned Enlightened Beings	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	5	3.0 Manifestations	3.1 The Enlightened Beings Introductory stories	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) appreciate the qualities of Enlightened Beings to strengthen faith in Paramatma.	-	- The learner be told stories from the lives of above mentioned Enlightened Beings	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)

Official KICD Syllabus

Grade 3 Hindu Religious Activities Strands and Sub-strands (Full Curriculum)

Explore the complete curriculum designs for Grade 3 Hindu Religious Activities. Includes specific learning outcomes (SLOs), key inquiry questions (KIQs), learning experiences, and teaching resources.

Strand 1.0

3.0 Manifestations

2 Sub-strands12 Lessons

1.1 3.1 The Enlightened Beings Introductory stories

Term 16 Lessons

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

mention qualities of Enlightened Beings for divine knowledge
appreciate the qualities of Enlightened Beings to strengthen faith in Paramatma.

Suggested Experiences

The learner be shown pictures/flash cards/videos to familiarize him/herself with: - Ajitnath (Second Tirthankar), - Lord Buddha, - Adi Shankracharya - Guru Amar Das ji (third Guru).
The learner be told stories from the lives of above mentioned Enlightened Beings

Teaching Resources

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

1.2 3.2 Religious Symbols

Term 16 Lessons

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

identify Religious symbols to relate to a particular faith.
appreciate the significance of religious symbols in religious life.

Suggested Experiences

The learner be shown videos /charts/pictures of - Hindu Aum and Swastika, - Jain- Aum and Swastika, - Ik-onkar and Khanda, - Wheel of life
The learner be taught the

Teaching Resources

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

Strand 2.0

5.0 Yoga (Exercises for Good health)

2 Sub-strands12 Lessons

2.1 5.1 Pranayam (Breathing exercises)

Term 26 Lessons

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

demonstrate correct breathing technique for good health
practice correct breathing to enhance concentration
appreciate the importance of correct breathing technique.

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)

Do you perform Pranayam?
Which part of the body do we use to perform Pranayam?

Suggested Experiences

Learner be shown appropriate pranayam: Bhramari (humming bee breath), Bhastrika (rapid breathing ) using audio-visual aid/charts/ Resource person/teacher.
Learner be set into group activity to practice Pranayam.
The Learner be guided to perform the specific breathing exercises correctly

Teaching Resources

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

2.2 5.2 Body Postures (Asanas)

Term 26 Lessons

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

mention the importance of balanced diet in Yoga for good health
practice stretch movements

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)

What type of food is recommended for yoga practice?
How does Yoga help in?

Suggested Experiences

Learner be shown through videos/ pictures/demonstration of the coordination between body and breath applied for

Teaching Resources

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

Strand 3.0

6.0 Sadachar

2 Sub-strands9 Lessons

3.1 6.1 General Etiquette

Term 2 Term 33 Lessons

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

say polite words used in asking for forgiveness
learn words and manner of apology and forgiveness as a sign of repentence and good behavior while relating with others.

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)

When do you apologise?
Name the words you can use while apologising.?
What do you say while forgiving?

Suggested Experiences

The learner be shown how to apologize and forgive through role play
Learner be encouraged to learn from the talking walls/quotes words of Apology and forgiveness
The learner be guided to practise in pairs the skills of apologising and forgiving one another always.

Teaching Resources

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

3.2 6.2 Selfless service

Term 36 Lessons

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

desire to offer selfless service to the nation as a good citizen
demonstrate selfless service to the nation to foster patriotism.

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)

Can you recite the National Anthem?
Which patriotic song are you aware of?

Suggested Experiences

Learner be guided to recite National Anthem and patriotic songs to enhance nationalism.
Learner be encouraged to participate in tree planting/charity walk/shows to raise funds towards any calamity in the nation as selfless service.

Teaching Resources

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

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

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Term 1 Scheme13 Weeks

3.0 Manifestations

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Term 2 Scheme14 Weeks

5.0 Yoga (Exercises for Good health)
6.0 Sadachar

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Term 3 Scheme9 Weeks

6.0 Sadachar

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Curriculum Compliance & Official Accreditation

All schemes of work on this platform are meticulously aligned with official standards set by Kenyan educational statutory authorities:

Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) ↗
Syllabus designs, strands, specific learning outcomes, and inquiry questions.
Ministry of Education Kenya (MoE) ↗
2026 school calendar dates, term durations, and mid-term break schedules.
Teachers Service Commission (TSC) ↗
Compliant with TPAD pedagogical records, professional records, and assessment rubrics.

Help & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main strands in Grade 3 Hindu Religious Activities?

The official KICD strands for Grade 3 Hindu Religious Activities are: 3.0 Manifestations, 5.0 Yoga (Exercises for Good health), 6.0 Sadachar. 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 3 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 3 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 3 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.