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

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

Grade 3 Literacy 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 3 Literacy Activities in Term 3.

Class / Grade
Grade 3
Pre-Primary Level
Learning Area
Literacy 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 3 Literacy 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 WRITING3.3 Handwriting

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

a) use appropriate spacing between words

1. Learners observe displayed model handwriting Learners are guided to write for sustained period individually and in pairs Learners practice effective punctuation (capitalization, commas, and full stop). Learners are provided with reading material as triggers to writing Learners are guided through think- pair- share to discuss linking words?

-Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
23.0 WRITING3.3 Handwriting

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

a) use legible and neat handwriting to communicate effectively

1. Learners observe displayed model handwriting Learners are guided to write for sustained period individually and in pairs Learners practice effective punctuation (capitalization, commas, and full stop). Learners are provided with reading material as triggers to writing Learners are guided through think- pair- share to discuss linking words?

-Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
33.0 WRITING3.3 Handwriting

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

a) appreciate the importance of linking words in paragraph development

1. Learners observe displayed model handwriting Learners are guided to write for sustained period individually and in pairs Learners practice effective punctuation (capitalization, commas, and full stop). Learners are provided with reading material as triggers to writing Learners are guided through think- pair- share to discuss linking words?

-Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
43.0 WRITING3.3 Handwriting

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

a) appreciate the importance of linking words in paragraph development

1. Learners observe displayed model handwriting Learners are guided to write for sustained period individually and in pairs Learners practice effective punctuation (capitalization, commas, and full stop). Learners are provided with reading material as triggers to writing Learners are guided through think- pair- share to discuss linking words?

-Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
53.0 WRITING3.3 Handwriting

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

a) appreciate the importance of linking words in paragraph development

1. Learners observe displayed model handwriting Learners are guided to write for sustained period individually and in pairs Learners practice effective punctuation (capitalization, commas, and full stop). Learners are provided with reading material as triggers to writing Learners are guided through think- pair- share to discuss linking words?

-Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
213.0 WRITING3.3 Handwriting

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

a) appreciate the importance of linking words in paragraph development

1. Learners observe displayed model handwriting Learners are guided to write for sustained period individually and in pairs Learners practice effective punctuation (capitalization, commas, and full stop). Learners are provided with reading material as triggers to writing Learners are guided through think- pair- share to discuss linking words?

-Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
23.0 WRITING3.3 Handwriting

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

a) appreciate the importance of linking words in paragraph development

1. Learners observe displayed model handwriting Learners are guided to write for sustained period individually and in pairs Learners practice effective punctuation (capitalization, commas, and full stop). Learners are provided with reading material as triggers to writing Learners are guided through think- pair- share to discuss linking words?

-Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
33.0 WRITING3.3 Handwriting

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

a) appreciate the importance of linking words in paragraph development

1. Learners observe displayed model handwriting Learners are guided to write for sustained period individually and in pairs Learners practice effective punctuation (capitalization, commas, and full stop). Learners are provided with reading material as triggers to writing Learners are guided through think- pair- share to discuss linking words?

-Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
43.0 WRITING3.3 Handwriting

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

a) appreciate the importance of linking words in paragraph development

1. Learners observe displayed model handwriting Learners are guided to write for sustained period individually and in pairs Learners practice effective punctuation (capitalization, commas, and full stop). Learners are provided with reading material as triggers to writing Learners are guided through think- pair- share to discuss linking words?

-Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
53.0 WRITING3.3 Handwriting

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

a) appreciate the importance of linking words in paragraph development

1. Learners observe displayed model handwriting Learners are guided to write for sustained period individually and in pairs Learners practice effective punctuation (capitalization, commas, and full stop). Learners are provided with reading material as triggers to writing Learners are guided through think- pair- share to discuss linking words?

-Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
313.0 WRITING3.3 Handwriting

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

a) appreciate the importance of linking words in paragraph development

1. Learners observe displayed model handwriting Learners are guided to write for sustained period individually and in pairs Learners practice effective punctuation (capitalization, commas, and full stop). Learners are provided with reading material as triggers to writing Learners are guided through think- pair- share to discuss linking words?

-Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
23.0 WRITING3.3 Handwriting

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

a) appreciate the importance of linking words in paragraph development

1. Learners observe displayed model handwriting Learners are guided to write for sustained period individually and in pairs Learners practice effective punctuation (capitalization, commas, and full stop). Learners are provided with reading material as triggers to writing Learners are guided through think- pair- share to discuss linking words?

-Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
33.0 WRITING3.3 Handwriting

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

a) appreciate the importance of linking words in paragraph development

1. Learners observe displayed model handwriting Learners are guided to write for sustained period individually and in pairs Learners practice effective punctuation (capitalization, commas, and full stop). Learners are provided with reading material as triggers to writing Learners are guided through think- pair- share to discuss linking words?

-Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
43.0 WRITING3.4 Creative writing

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

a) develop strategies for writing creative texts

1. Why is it important to use linking words when writing paragraphs?

- Learners practice creative writing(drafting, revising, editing, proofreading and publishing creative texts), in pairs and groups

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
53.0 WRITING3.4 Creative writing

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

a) experiment with language choice in imaginative writing

1. Why is it important to use linking words when writing paragraphs?

- Learners practice creative writing(drafting, revising, editing, proofreading and publishing creative texts), in pairs and groups

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
Curriculum Design & Content

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

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

1
Strand 1.0

3.0 WRITING

2 Sub-strands10 Lessons in Term 3

1.1 3.3 Handwriting

5 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • use capital letters correctly
  • use appropriate spacing between words
  • use legible and neat handwriting to communicate effectively
  • appreciate the importance of linking words in paragraph development
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Learners observe displayed model handwriting Learners are guided to write for sustained period individually and in pairs Learners practice effective punctuation (capitalization, commas, and full stop). Learners are provided with reading material as triggers to writing Learners are guided through think- pair- share to discuss linking words?
Teaching Resources

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

1.2 3.4 Creative writing

5 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • develop strategies for writing creative texts
  • experiment with language choice in imaginative writing
  • compose simple texts in written and digital formats
  • engage in writing activity for a sustained period
  • demonstrate a sense of ownership in
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Why is it important to use linking words when writing paragraphs?
  • How do we organize ideas to make a story interesting?
Learning Experiences
  • Learners practice creative writing(drafting, revising, editing, proofreading and publishing creative texts), in pairs and groups
  • Learners create and publish writing using digital tools, in pairs and groups
  • Learners display their creative works in the classroom, notice boards, the school magazine. Portfolio)
  • Learners participate in creative writing competitions at school and
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.

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

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Help & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Grade 3 Literacy Activities Term 3

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

In Term 3, Grade 3 Literacy 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 3 Literacy 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 3 Literacy 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.