2026 KICD CBC Curriculum Design9 Weeks · 45 Lessons3 Strands in Term 3

Grade 4 CRE 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 4 CRE Term 3. Free on-page syllabus breakdown with instant export to editable Word (.docx) and PDF.

Grade 4 CRE 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 4 CRE in Term 3.

Class / Grade
Grade 4
Pre-Primary Level
Learning Area
CRE
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 4 CRE 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
11Christian ValuesResponsibility

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

a) identify personal and school responsibilities

1. What does it mean to be a responsible Christian child?

- read Luke 16:10 on being faithful in small things

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
2Christian ValuesResponsibility

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

a) carry out assigned chores and duties diligently

1. What does it mean to be a responsible Christian child?

- make a duty roster for class responsibilities (cleaning board, arranging books)

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
3Christian ValuesResponsibility

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

a) take ownership of actions and belongings

1. What does it mean to be a responsible Christian child?

- care for personal learning materials, textbooks and school uniform

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
4Christian ValuesResponsibility

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

a) take ownership of actions and belongings

1. What does it mean to be a responsible Christian child?

- care for personal learning materials, textbooks and school uniform

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
5Christian ValuesResponsibility

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

a) take ownership of actions and belongings

1. What does it mean to be a responsible Christian child?

- care for personal learning materials, textbooks and school uniform

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
21Christian ValuesHoliness

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

a) explain what it means to live a holy life pleasing to God

1. How can we pursue holiness in our daily conduct?

- read 1 Peter 1:15-16 ('Be holy, because I am holy')

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
2Christian ValuesHoliness

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

a) explain what it means to live a holy life pleasing to God

1. How can we pursue holiness in our daily conduct?

- read 1 Peter 1:15-16 ('Be holy, because I am holy')

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
3Christian ValuesHoliness

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

a) shun sinful habits, foul language and corrupt practices

1. How can we pursue holiness in our daily conduct?

- discuss guarding eyes, ears and speech from ungodly content

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
4Christian ValuesHoliness

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

a) desire to live in righteousness through the Holy Spirit

1. How can we pursue holiness in our daily conduct?

- compose a prayer asking the Holy Spirit to guide personal conduct

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
5Christian ValuesHoliness

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

a) desire to live in righteousness through the Holy Spirit

1. How can we pursue holiness in our daily conduct?

- compose a prayer asking the Holy Spirit to guide personal conduct

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
31Christian ValuesHoliness

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

a) desire to live in righteousness through the Holy Spirit

1. How can we pursue holiness in our daily conduct?

- compose a prayer asking the Holy Spirit to guide personal conduct

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
2The ChurchHouse of God

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

a) describe the church as a sacred place of worship and fellowship

1. Why is the church called the house of God?

- read Psalm 122:1 ('I rejoiced with those who said to me, Let us go to the house of the Lord')

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
3The ChurchHouse of God

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

a) demonstrate reverent behavior in the house of God

b) participate in church worship and Sunday school activities

1. Why is the church called the house of God?

- discuss respectful conduct in church (silence, attentive listening, active singing)

- participate in Sunday school presentations, choir singing and Scripture recitation

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
4The ChurchHouse of God

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

a) participate in church worship and Sunday school activities

1. Why is the church called the house of God?

- participate in Sunday school presentations, choir singing and Scripture recitation

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
5The ChurchThe Early Church

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

a) describe how believers in the early church lived and shared together

1. What lessons can we learn from the fellowship of the early church?

- read Acts 2:42-47 on how believers shared meals and possessions with glad hearts

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
Curriculum Design & Content

Grade 4 CRE Term 3 Strands and Sub-strands Breakdown

Official KICD curriculum breakdown taught during Term 3 in Grade 4 CRE. Includes specific learning outcomes (SLOs), key inquiry questions (KIQs), core learning experiences, and teaching aids.

1
Strand 1.0

Christian Values

2 Sub-strands7 Lessons in Term 3

1.1 Responsibility

3 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • identify personal and school responsibilities
  • carry out assigned chores and duties diligently
  • take ownership of actions and belongings
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • What does it mean to be a responsible Christian child?
Learning Experiences
  • read Luke 16:10 on being faithful in small things
  • make a duty roster for class responsibilities (cleaning board, arranging books)
  • care for personal learning materials, textbooks and school uniform
Teaching Resources

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

1.2 Holiness

4 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • explain what it means to live a holy life pleasing to God
  • shun sinful habits, foul language and corrupt practices
  • desire to live in righteousness through the Holy Spirit
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How can we pursue holiness in our daily conduct?
Learning Experiences
  • read 1 Peter 1:15-16 ('Be holy, because I am holy')
  • discuss guarding eyes, ears and speech from ungodly content
  • compose a prayer asking the Holy Spirit to guide personal conduct
Teaching Resources

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

2
Strand 2.0

The Church

5 Sub-strands13 Lessons in Term 3

2.1 House of God

2 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • describe the church as a sacred place of worship and fellowship
  • demonstrate reverent behavior in the house of God
  • participate in church worship and Sunday school activities
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Why is the church called the house of God?
Learning Experiences
  • read Psalm 122:1 ('I rejoiced with those who said to me, Let us go to the house of the Lord')
  • discuss respectful conduct in church (silence, attentive listening, active singing)
  • participate in Sunday school presentations, choir singing and Scripture recitation
Teaching Resources

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

2.2 The Early Church

3 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • describe how believers in the early church lived and shared together
  • explain the role of prayer and fellowship in the early church
  • emulate the spirit of unity and generosity of early Christians
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • What lessons can we learn from the fellowship of the early church?
Learning Experiences
  • read Acts 2:42-47 on how believers shared meals and possessions with glad hearts
  • discuss how modern Christians can share resources with church members in need
  • organize a class fellowship sharing refreshments and songs
Teaching Resources

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

2.3 Standing Firm in Faith

3 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • explain what it means to stand firm in faith amidst peer pressure
  • identify situations where Christians must stand for their faith
  • boldly declare their faith in Christ
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How do we resist negative peer pressure and stand firm in faith?
Learning Experiences
  • read Ephesians 6:10-18 on the full armour of God
  • role-play resisting negative pressure to lie, cheat or skip church
  • draw and label the belt of truth, breastplate of righteousness and shield of faith
Teaching Resources

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

2.4 The Lord's Prayer

3 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • recite the Lord's Prayer accurately from memory
  • explain the meaning of the petitions in the Lord's Prayer
  • pray using the pattern taught by Jesus
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How did Jesus teach His disciples to pray?
Learning Experiences
  • read Matthew 6:9-13 on the Lord's Prayer
  • recite the Lord's Prayer in class together
  • discuss the petitions: praising God's name, asking for daily bread, seeking forgiveness and deliverance from temptation
Teaching Resources

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

2.5 Self-control

2 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • explain the importance of self-control as a fruit of the Holy Spirit
  • demonstrate restraint in speech, temper and desires
  • seek the help of the Holy Spirit in exercising self-control
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Why is self-control important in our everyday lives?
Learning Experiences
  • read Galatians 5:22-23 and Proverbs 25:28 on self-control
  • role-play taking a deep breath and walking away when tempted to fight or insult others
  • discuss how self-control prevents accidents and protects friendships
Teaching Resources

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

3
Strand 3.0

Morality and Social Media

1 Sub-strand2 Lessons in Term 3

3.1 Use of Social Media

2 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • identify common digital devices and social media platforms
  • explain safe and positive uses of social media for Christian growth
  • avoid cyber bullying and chatting with strangers online
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Why should you use digital devices and social media appropriately?
Learning Experiences
  • list digital devices (phones, tablets, computers) and internet platforms
  • discuss guidelines for online safety: do not share passwords, photos or personal information with strangers
  • use digital devices to listen to gospel music, watch Bible animation clips and learn memory verses
Teaching Resources

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

Grade 4 CRE Full Year Strands (Terms 1, 2 & 3)

Complete annual curriculum scope for Grade 4 CRE showing the term-by-term distribution of all 6 strands.

  • Creation
  • The Holy Bible
  • The Life of Jesus Christ
  • The Life of Jesus Christ
  • Christian Values
Term 3Current
  • Christian Values
  • The Church
  • Morality and Social Media

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Help & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Grade 4 CRE Term 3

What strands and sub-strands are covered in Grade 4 CRE Term 3?

In Term 3, Grade 4 CRE covers the following main strands: Christian Values, The Church, Morality and Social Media. 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 4 CRE 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 4 CRE 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.