2026 KICD CBC Curriculum Design13 Weeks · 65 Lessons2 Strands in Term 1

Grade 3 Literacy Activities 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 Literacy Activities Term 1. Free on-page syllabus breakdown with instant export to editable Word (.docx) and PDF.

Grade 3 Literacy Activities 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 Literacy Activities in Term 1.

Class / Grade
Grade 3
Pre-Primary Level
Learning Area
Literacy Activities
Core CBC Activity
Term Duration
13 Weeks (65 Lessons)
5 Lessons Per Week
Key Milestones
Mid: Wk 8 · Exam: Wk 13
Ministry of Education 2026
Full Term Timetable

Grade 3 Literacy Activities 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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WkLsnStrandSub-strandSpecific Learning OutcomesKey Inquiry Question(s)Learning ExperiencesLearning ResourcesAssessment MethodsReflection
111.0 LISTENING AND SPEAKING1.1 Imitation

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

a) use appropriate expressions and phrases in formal and non-formal conversations

b) acquire varied sentence structures to express self appropriately

c) respond appropriately to conversations with varied audiences

d) appreciate the importance of mannerisms while engaging in conversations

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- Learners are guided to make inquiries on the different forms of conversation with various people in their community (peers, elders)

- Learners simulate conversations in different settings(focus on age appropriateness, gender differences, reinforce good mannerisms) in pairs and groups .

- Learners role play conversations in different setups (church, market, home etc)

- Learners take turns as they participate in panel discussions on issues related to self, home, and family

- Learners engage in a range of drama activities e.g. hot seating (learner is put on a hot seat as the head teacher, village elder) as learners practice appropriate communication( greetings, permission, inquiries)

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
21.0 LISTENING AND SPEAKING1.1 Imitation

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

a) use appropriate expressions and phrases in formal and non-formal conversations

b) acquire varied sentence structures to express self appropriately

c) respond appropriately to conversations with varied audiences

d) appreciate the importance of mannerisms while engaging in conversations

-

- Learners are guided to make inquiries on the different forms of conversation with various people in their community (peers, elders)

- Learners simulate conversations in different settings(focus on age appropriateness, gender differences, reinforce good mannerisms) in pairs and groups .

- Learners role play conversations in different setups (church, market, home etc)

- Learners take turns as they participate in panel discussions on issues related to self, home, and family

- Learners engage in a range of drama activities e.g. hot seating (learner is put on a hot seat as the head teacher, village elder) as learners practice appropriate communication( greetings, permission, inquiries)

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
31.0 LISTENING AND SPEAKING1.1 Imitation

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

a) use appropriate expressions and phrases in formal and non-formal conversations

b) acquire varied sentence structures to express self appropriately

c) respond appropriately to conversations with varied audiences

d) appreciate the importance of mannerisms while engaging in conversations

-

- Learners are guided to make inquiries on the different forms of conversation with various people in their community (peers, elders)

- Learners simulate conversations in different settings(focus on age appropriateness, gender differences, reinforce good mannerisms) in pairs and groups .

- Learners role play conversations in different setups (church, market, home etc)

- Learners take turns as they participate in panel discussions on issues related to self, home, and family

- Learners engage in a range of drama activities e.g. hot seating (learner is put on a hot seat as the head teacher, village elder) as learners practice appropriate communication( greetings, permission, inquiries)

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
41.0 LISTENING AND SPEAKING1.1 Imitation

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

a) use appropriate expressions and phrases in formal and non-formal conversations

b) acquire varied sentence structures to express self appropriately

c) respond appropriately to conversations with varied audiences

d) appreciate the importance of mannerisms while engaging in conversations

-

- Learners are guided to make inquiries on the different forms of conversation with various people in their community (peers, elders)

- Learners simulate conversations in different settings(focus on age appropriateness, gender differences, reinforce good mannerisms) in pairs and groups .

- Learners role play conversations in different setups (church, market, home etc)

- Learners take turns as they participate in panel discussions on issues related to self, home, and family

- Learners engage in a range of drama activities e.g. hot seating (learner is put on a hot seat as the head teacher, village elder) as learners practice appropriate communication( greetings, permission, inquiries)

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
51.0 LISTENING AND SPEAKING1.1 Imitation

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

a) use appropriate expressions and phrases in formal and non-formal conversations

b) acquire varied sentence structures to express self appropriately

c) respond appropriately to conversations with varied audiences

d) appreciate the importance of mannerisms while engaging in conversations

-

- Learners are guided to make inquiries on the different forms of conversation with various people in their community (peers, elders)

- Learners simulate conversations in different settings(focus on age appropriateness, gender differences, reinforce good mannerisms) in pairs and groups .

- Learners role play conversations in different setups (church, market, home etc)

- Learners take turns as they participate in panel discussions on issues related to self, home, and family

- Learners engage in a range of drama activities e.g. hot seating (learner is put on a hot seat as the head teacher, village elder) as learners practice appropriate communication( greetings, permission, inquiries)

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
211.0 LISTENING AND SPEAKING1.2 Story Telling

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

a) use digital knowledge to create stories

b) acquire and accurately use appropriate words

1. What do stories teach us?

- Learners listen to stories and model different techniques of story telling

- Learners listen to stories from various digital platforms and use the same platforms to create their stories

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
21.0 LISTENING AND SPEAKING1.2 Story Telling

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

a) use digital knowledge to create stories

b) acquire and accurately use appropriate words

1. What do stories teach us?

- Learners listen to stories and model different techniques of story telling

- Learners listen to stories from various digital platforms and use the same platforms to create their stories

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
31.0 LISTENING AND SPEAKING1.2 Story Telling

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

a) use digital knowledge to create stories

b) acquire and accurately use appropriate words

1. What do stories teach us?

- Learners listen to stories and model different techniques of story telling

- Learners listen to stories from various digital platforms and use the same platforms to create their stories

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
41.0 LISTENING AND SPEAKING1.2 Story Telling

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

a) use digital knowledge to create stories

b) acquire and accurately use appropriate words

1. What do stories teach us?

- Learners listen to stories and model different techniques of story telling

- Learners listen to stories from various digital platforms and use the same platforms to create their stories

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
51.0 LISTENING AND SPEAKING1.3 Effective communication(sharing experiences)

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

a) use compound and complex sentences to link thoughts

b) listen and use talk to organize and clarify thoughts and ideas

c) effectively communicate needs and feelings in a variety of ways

d) listen to concerns and opinions of others and represent them in an appropriate forum

e) demonstrate willingness to interact with others

f) appreciate the importance of sharing one another's feelings

1. Learners listen to stories and identify the main idea in pairs, groups and whole class Learners participate in play both in and out of class to enhance communication Learners listen to others as they share personal experiences on selected themes Learners share their opinions and represent the views of others to relevant authorities e.g. child abuse?

- information to share with their peers in the community (age appropriate

- topics)

- interest and share information learned in class

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
311.0 LISTENING AND SPEAKING1.3 Effective communication(sharing experiences)

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

a) use compound and complex sentences to link thoughts

b) listen and use talk to organize and clarify thoughts and ideas

c) effectively communicate needs and feelings in a variety of ways

d) listen to concerns and opinions of others and represent them in an appropriate forum

e) demonstrate willingness to interact with others

f) appreciate the importance of sharing one another's feelings

1. Learners listen to stories and identify the main idea in pairs, groups and whole class Learners participate in play both in and out of class to enhance communication Learners listen to others as they share personal experiences on selected themes Learners share their opinions and represent the views of others to relevant authorities e.g. child abuse?

- information to share with their peers in the community (age appropriate

- topics)

- interest and share information learned in class

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
21.0 LISTENING AND SPEAKING1.3 Effective communication(sharing experiences)

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

a) use compound and complex sentences to link thoughts

b) listen and use talk to organize and clarify thoughts and ideas

c) effectively communicate needs and feelings in a variety of ways

d) listen to concerns and opinions of others and represent them in an appropriate forum

e) demonstrate willingness to interact with others

f) appreciate the importance of sharing one another's feelings

1. Learners listen to stories and identify the main idea in pairs, groups and whole class Learners participate in play both in and out of class to enhance communication Learners listen to others as they share personal experiences on selected themes Learners share their opinions and represent the views of others to relevant authorities e.g. child abuse?

- information to share with their peers in the community (age appropriate

- topics)

- interest and share information learned in class

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
31.0 LISTENING AND SPEAKING1.3 Effective communication(sharing experiences)

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

a) use compound and complex sentences to link thoughts

b) listen and use talk to organize and clarify thoughts and ideas

c) effectively communicate needs and feelings in a variety of ways

d) listen to concerns and opinions of others and represent them in an appropriate forum

e) demonstrate willingness to interact with others

f) appreciate the importance of sharing one another's feelings

1. Learners listen to stories and identify the main idea in pairs, groups and whole class Learners participate in play both in and out of class to enhance communication Learners listen to others as they share personal experiences on selected themes Learners share their opinions and represent the views of others to relevant authorities e.g. child abuse?

- information to share with their peers in the community (age appropriate

- topics)

- interest and share information learned in class

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
41.0 LISTENING AND SPEAKING1.4 Talk about

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

a) identify messages conveyed in a thematic story and engage in oral discussions

b) use appropriate expressions to describe people, situations, and events

c) build on one's ideas in a conversation by linking them to those given by others

d) develop an interest to read stories and texts.

1. What do you like to talk about?

- Learners to talk about thematic pictures on charts displayed (my family, my community)

- Learners engage in conversations to talk about thematic texts from different media, in groups, pairs, and whole class

- Learners role play and discuss rules that govern social interactions when talking.

- Learners orally answer questions from a story read

- Learners share the message in a story with peers, parents, and others in the community

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
51.0 LISTENING AND SPEAKING1.4 Talk about

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

a) identify messages conveyed in a thematic story and engage in oral discussions

b) use appropriate expressions to describe people, situations, and events

c) build on one's ideas in a conversation by linking them to those given by others

d) develop an interest to read stories and texts.

1. What do you like to talk about?

- Learners to talk about thematic pictures on charts displayed (my family, my community)

- Learners engage in conversations to talk about thematic texts from different media, in groups, pairs, and whole class

- Learners role play and discuss rules that govern social interactions when talking.

- Learners orally answer questions from a story read

- Learners share the message in a story with peers, parents, and others in the community

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
Curriculum Design & Content

Grade 3 Literacy Activities Term 1 Strands and Sub-strands Breakdown

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

1
Strand 1.0

1.0 LISTENING AND SPEAKING

5 Sub-strands5 Lessons in Term 1

1.1 1.1 Imitation

1 Suggested LessonsTerm 1
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • use appropriate expressions and phrases in formal and non-formal conversations
  • acquire varied sentence structures to express self appropriately
  • respond appropriately to conversations with varied audiences
  • appreciate the importance of mannerisms while engaging in conversations
Learning Experiences
  • Learners are guided to make inquiries on the different forms of conversation with various people in their community (peers, elders)
  • Learners simulate conversations in different settings(focus on age appropriateness, gender differences, reinforce good mannerisms) in pairs and groups .
  • Learners role play conversations in different setups (church, market, home etc)
  • Learners take turns as they participate in panel discussions on issues related to self, home, and family
  • Learners engage in a range of drama activities e.g. hot seating (learner is put on a hot seat as the head teacher, village elder) as learners practice appropriate communication( greetings, permission, inquiries)
Teaching Resources

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

1.2 1.2 Story Telling

1 Suggested LessonsTerm 1
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • use digital knowledge to create stories
  • acquire and accurately use appropriate words
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • What do stories teach us?
Learning Experiences
  • Learners listen to stories and model different techniques of story telling
  • Learners listen to stories from various digital platforms and use the same platforms to create their stories
Teaching Resources

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

1.3 1.3 Effective communication(sharing experiences)

1 Suggested LessonsTerm 1
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • use compound and complex sentences to link thoughts
  • listen and use talk to organize and clarify thoughts and ideas
  • effectively communicate needs and feelings in a variety of ways
  • listen to concerns and opinions of others and represent them in an appropriate forum
  • demonstrate willingness to interact with others
  • appreciate the importance of sharing one another's feelings
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Learners listen to stories and identify the main idea in pairs, groups and whole class Learners participate in play both in and out of class to enhance communication Learners listen to others as they share personal experiences on selected themes Learners share their opinions and represent the views of others to relevant authorities e.g. child abuse?
Learning Experiences
  • information to share with their peers in the community (age appropriate
  • topics)
  • interest and share information learned in class
Teaching Resources

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

1.4 1.4 Talk about

1 Suggested LessonsTerm 1
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • identify messages conveyed in a thematic story and engage in oral discussions
  • use appropriate expressions to describe people, situations, and events
  • build on one's ideas in a conversation by linking them to those given by others
  • develop an interest to read stories and texts.
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • What do you like to talk about?
Learning Experiences
  • Learners to talk about thematic pictures on charts displayed (my family, my community)
  • Learners engage in conversations to talk about thematic texts from different media, in groups, pairs, and whole class
  • Learners role play and discuss rules that govern social interactions when talking.
  • Learners orally answer questions from a story read
  • Learners share the message in a story with peers, parents, and others in the community
Teaching Resources

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

1.5 1.5 Presentation skills

1 Suggested LessonsTerm 1
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • question the decisions made in their environment and ask critical questions
  • engage in decision making in their environment.
  • sequentially position their views using appropriate words e.g firstly, secondly, lastly
  • demonstrate an interest in making
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How do we choose between two things?
  • How do we tell others what we have chosen?
Learning Experiences
  • Learners make decisions on a subject and share their decisions
  • Learners share and justify their decisions on a given subject in pairs and groups
  • Learners are given opportunities for decision- making(dilemma situations) and make constructive
Teaching Resources

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

2
Strand 2.0

2.0 READING

2 Sub-strands10 Lessons in Term 1

2.1 2.1 Independent reading

5 Suggested LessonsTerm 1
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • identify the main idea in a passage
  • locate information from print sources
  • silently read a given passage
  • read supplementary books with understanding
  • develop an interest in reading for pleasure
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Learners guess the meaning of unfamiliar words from context Learners make and confirm predictions from texts read Learners find answers to questions through independent reading Learners are encouraged to utilize resources available in the library for independent reading Learners ask and answer questions from independent reading?
Learning Experiences
  • they have read with members of the family
Teaching Resources

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

2.2 2.2 Reading comprehension

5 Suggested LessonsTerm 1
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • read with accuracy, fluency, and understanding
  • read through texts to make personal judgments or opinions on the subjects of the text
  • locate information in a text
  • use acquired words to form sentences and read them accurately at an appropriate speed
  • develop an interest in reading widely on varied subjects
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Why is meaning important in reading?
Learning Experiences
  • Learners answer and generate questions from texts read
  • Learners are encouraged to make connections between materials read and real life
  • Learners use vocabulary acquired to construct grammatically correct sentences
  • Learners practice reading at an appropriate speed and with understanding
  • Learners are guided to share their opinions based on texts read
Teaching Resources

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

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

Complete annual curriculum scope for Grade 3 Literacy Activities showing the term-by-term distribution of all 4 strands.

Term 1Current
  • 1.0 LISTENING AND SPEAKING
  • 2.0 READING
  • 2.0 READING
  • 3.0WRITING
  • 3.0 WRITING
  • 3.0 WRITING

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Help & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Grade 3 Literacy Activities Term 1

What strands and sub-strands are covered in Grade 3 Literacy Activities Term 1?

In Term 1, Grade 3 Literacy Activities covers the following main strands: 1.0 LISTENING AND SPEAKING, 2.0 READING. 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 Literacy Activities 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 Literacy Activities 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.