2026 KICD CBC Curriculum Design13 Weeks · 65 Lessons3 Strands in Term 1

Grade 3 Islamic Religious Education Schemes of Work & Strands (Term 1 2026)

Comprehensive curriculum designs, strands, sub-strands, specific learning outcomes, inquiry questions, and editable schemes of work for Grade 3 Islamic Religious Education Term 1. Free on-page syllabus breakdown with instant export to editable Word (.docx) and PDF.

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Grade 3 Islamic Religious Education Term 1 Curriculum Overview

Summary of syllabus requirements, weekly distribution, key milestones, and course books approved by the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) for Grade 3 Islamic Religious Education in Term 1.

Class / Grade: Grade 3
Learning Area: Islamic Religious Education
Term Duration: 13 Weeks (65 Lessons)
Key Milestones: Mid: Wk 8 · Exam: Wk 13

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Grade 3 Islamic Religious Education Term 1 Scheme of Work Table

Week-by-week lesson 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	1.0 QUR'AN	1.1 Selected surah Masad Nasr Kafirun	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) Recite the selected surah correctly.	-	- Learners in class, groups, pairs, or individuals, read the selected surah	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	2	1.0 QUR'AN	1.1 Selected surah Masad Nasr Kafirun	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) Recite the selected surah correctly.	-	- Learners in class, groups, pairs, or individuals, read the selected surah	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	3	1.0 QUR'AN	1.1 Selected surah Masad Nasr Kafirun	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) Recite the selected surah correctly.	-	- Organize learners in class, groups, pairs, or as individuals, to read the selected Surah repeatedly for memorisation.	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	4	1.0 QUR'AN	1.1 Selected surah Masad Nasr Kafirun	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) Memorize the selected surah for spiritual nourishment.	-	- Organize learners in class, groups, pairs, or as individuals, to read the selected Surah repeatedly for memorisation.	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	5	1.0 QUR'AN	1.1 Selected surah Masad Nasr Kafirun	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) Memorize the selected surah for spiritual nourishment.	-	- Learners use electronic device to listen to recitations of the selected surah	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
2	1	1.0 QUR'AN	1.1 Selected surah Masad Nasr Kafirun	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) Memorize the selected surah for spiritual nourishment.	-	- Learners use electronic device to listen to recitations of the selected surah	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	2	1.0 QUR'AN	1.1 Selected surah Masad Nasr Kafirun	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) Use the selected surah in Swalah.	-	- Learners use flashcards and a pocket board to sort and arrange the verses of the selected Surah.	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	3	1.0 QUR'AN	1.1 Selected surah Masad Nasr Kafirun	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) Use the selected surah in Swalah.	-	- Learners use flashcards and a pocket board to sort and arrange the verses of the selected Surah.	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	4	1.0 QUR'AN	1.1 Selected surah Masad Nasr Kafirun	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) Use the selected surah in Swalah.	-	- Learners fill in the gaps to complete the Surah.	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	5	1.0 QUR'AN	1.1 Selected surah Masad Nasr Kafirun	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) Handle the Qur'an with respect as it is the word of Allah.	-	- Learners fill in the gaps to complete the Surah.	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
3	1	1.0 QUR'AN	1.1 Selected surah Masad Nasr Kafirun	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) Handle the Qur'an with respect as it is the word of Allah.	-	- Learners are guided on taking ablution before handling the Qur'an.	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	2	1.0 QUR'AN	1.1 Selected surah Masad Nasr Kafirun	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) Handle the Qur'an with respect as it is the word of Allah.	-	- Learners are guided on taking ablution before handling the Qur'an.	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	3	1.0 QUR'AN	1.1 Selected surah Masad Nasr Kafirun	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) Handle the Qur'an with respect as it is the word of Allah.	-	- Learners are guided on taking ablution before handling the Qur'an.	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	4	1.0 QUR'AN	1.1 Selected surah Masad Nasr Kafirun	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) Handle the Qur'an with respect as it is the word of Allah.	-	- Learners are guided on taking ablution before handling the Qur'an.	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	5	1.0 QUR'AN	1.1 Selected surah Masad Nasr Kafirun	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) Handle the Qur'an with respect as it is the word of Allah.	-	- Learners are guided on taking ablution before handling the Qur'an.	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)

Curriculum Design & Content

Grade 3 Islamic Religious Education Term 1 Strands and Sub-strands Breakdown

Official KICD curriculum breakdown taught during Term 1 in Grade 3 Islamic Religious Education. Includes specific learning outcomes (SLOs), key inquiry questions (KIQs), core learning experiences, and teaching aids.

Strand 1.0

1.0 QUR'AN

1 Sub-strand12 Lessons in Term 1

1.1 1.1 Selected surah Masad Nasr Kafirun

12 Suggested LessonsTerm 1

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

Recite the selected surah correctly.
Memorize the selected surah for spiritual nourishment.
Use the selected surah in Swalah.
Handle the Qur'an with respect as it is the word of Allah.

Learning Experiences

Learners in class, groups, pairs, or individuals, read the selected surah
Organize learners in class, groups, pairs, or as individuals, to read the selected Surah repeatedly for memorisation.
Learners use electronic device to listen to recitations of the selected surah
Learners use flashcards and a pocket board to sort and arrange the verses of the selected Surah.
Learners fill in the gaps to complete the Surah.
Learners are guided on taking ablution before handling the Qur'an.

Teaching Resources

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

Strand 2.0

2.0 PILLARS OF IMAN

1 Sub-strand6 Lessons in Term 1

2.1 2.1 Believe in the Last Day 2.2 Believe in His power (Qadar)

6 Suggested LessonsTerm 1

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

Mention names of the Last Day.
State the meaning of Qadar
Appreciate the importance of the Last Day by abiding to the teachings of Islam
Recognize the power of Allah over everything as a pillar of Iman

Learning Experiences

Learners are guided on the names of the Last Day; Yaumul Qiyama, Yaumul Hisab, Yaumul Jazaa, Yaumul Baath.
Lead the learners to discuss events of the Last Day, ressurection, Judgement, reward or punishment.
Learners are guided on the meaning of Qadar; - Belief that Allah knows all things. - Belief that Allah has written everything in Lauhul Mahfudh. - Belief that whatever happens only happens by the will of Allah. - Belief that all things that happen are created by Allah.
Learners observe Allah's creation in the environment so as to appreciate the powers of Allah

Teaching Resources

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

Strand 3.0

3.0 SIIRAH (life of the prophet) (S.A.W)

1 Sub-strand9 Lessons in Term 1

3.1 3.1 Early life of the prophet (S.A.W)

9 Suggested LessonsTerm 1

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

Mention the activities that were carried out by the prophet (S.A.W)during the early stages of his life.
Identify qualities of the Prophet (S.A.W) that can be learnt from his early life.
Appreciate the the importance of the qualities of the Prophet (S.A.W) in shaping the life of a muslim.

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)

What did the Prophet do during his early life?
Who travelled with the Prophet S.A.W to Syria?

Learning Experiences

The learners are guided to mention activities that were carried ou by the prophet in his early life; shephered, merchant.
Organize the learners to listen to a narration of the story of the prophet's journey with his uncle to Syria for trade.
Learners are guided to list the qualities of the prophet derived from his early life; hardworking, trustworthy, humble, obedient, patient.

Teaching Resources

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

Grade 3 Islamic Religious Education Full Year Strands (Terms 1, 2 & 3)

Complete annual curriculum scope for Grade 3 Islamic Religious Education showing the term-by-term distribution of all 6 strands.

Term 1Current

1.0 QUR'AN
2.0 PILLARS OF IMAN
3.0 SIIRAH (life of the prophet) (S.A.W)

Term 2View Term 2 →

4.0 HADITH (Traditions of the Prophet Muhammad S.A.W)
6.0 MORAL TEACHINGS

Term 3View Term 3 →

6.0 MORAL TEACHINGS
7.0 ISLAMIC FESTIVALS

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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: Grade 3 Islamic Religious Education Term 1

What strands and sub-strands are covered in Grade 3 Islamic Religious Education Term 1?

In Term 1, Grade 3 Islamic Religious Education covers the following main strands: 1.0 QUR'AN, 2.0 PILLARS OF IMAN, 3.0 SIIRAH (life of the prophet) (S.A.W). Each strand is broken down into specific sub-strands with allocated lesson periods across the 13-week term.

What are the specific learning outcomes for Grade 3 Islamic Religious Education in Term 1?

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 3 Islamic Religious Education Term 1 structured across weeks?

This scheme spans 13 calendar weeks (65 lesson slots), with Mid-Term Break in Week 8 and End-of-Term Assessment in Week 13, in full compliance with the 2026 Kenyan Ministry of Education school calendar.

Can I download and edit this Term 1 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.