2026 KICD CBC Curriculum Design14 Weeks · 70 Lessons4 Strands in Term 2

Grade 4 English Schemes of Work & Strands (Term 2 2026)

Comprehensive curriculum designs, strands, sub-strands, specific learning outcomes, inquiry questions, and editable schemes of work for Grade 4 English Term 2. Free on-page syllabus breakdown with instant export to editable Word (.docx) and PDF.

Grade 4 English Term 2 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 English in Term 2.

Class / Grade
Grade 4
Pre-Primary Level
Learning Area
English
Core CBC Activity
Term Duration
14 Weeks (70 Lessons)
5 Lessons Per Week
Key Milestones
Mid: Wk 8 · Exam: Wk 14
Ministry of Education 2026
Full Term Timetable

Grade 4 English Term 2 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
11Theme 3.0: EtiquetteGrammar in Use: Pronouns

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

a) use pronouns correctly in written and spoken English

1. How do pronouns improve the flow of our speech and writing?

- play pronoun substitution games in groups

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
2Theme 3.0: EtiquetteWriting: Functional Writing - Thank You Notes

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

a) identify the key components of a thank-you note (date, recipient, message of gratitude, sign-off)

1. What makes a good thank-you note?

- examine sample thank-you notes and identify their layout

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
3Theme 3.0: EtiquetteWriting: Functional Writing - Thank You Notes

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

a) write a short, sincere thank-you note to a friend or caregiver

1. What makes a good thank-you note?

- draft a personalized thank-you note acknowledging a gift or help received

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
4Theme 3.0: EtiquetteWriting: Functional Writing - Thank You Notes

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

a) appreciate the social value of expressing written gratitude

1. What makes a good thank-you note?

- decorate and present the note to the intended recipient

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
5Theme 3.0: EtiquetteWriting: Functional Writing - Thank You Notes

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

a) appreciate the social value of expressing written gratitude

1. What makes a good thank-you note?

- decorate and present the note to the intended recipient

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
21Theme 3.0: EtiquetteWriting: Functional Writing - Thank You Notes

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

a) appreciate the social value of expressing written gratitude

1. What makes a good thank-you note?

- decorate and present the note to the intended recipient

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
2Theme 4.0: Accidents and First AidListening and Speaking: First Aid Vocabulary

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

a) pronounce words related to accidents and first aid (bandage, bruise, burn, fracture, emergency)

1. How can clear communication help in emergency situations?

- listen to emergency instructions on treating nosebleeds and minor cuts

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
3Theme 4.0: Accidents and First AidListening and Speaking: First Aid Vocabulary

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

a) listen to emergency instructions and sequence actions accurately

1. How can clear communication help in emergency situations?

- simulate calling for emergency help giving precise location and details

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
4Theme 4.0: Accidents and First AidListening and Speaking: First Aid Vocabulary

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

a) demonstrate composure and awareness during emergency drills

1. How can clear communication help in emergency situations?

- pronounce target sounds /b/, /p/, /f/, /v/ in medical vocabulary

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
5Theme 4.0: Accidents and First AidListening and Speaking: First Aid Vocabulary

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

a) demonstrate composure and awareness during emergency drills

1. How can clear communication help in emergency situations?

- pronounce target sounds /b/, /p/, /f/, /v/ in medical vocabulary

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
31Theme 4.0: Accidents and First AidListening and Speaking: First Aid Vocabulary

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

a) demonstrate composure and awareness during emergency drills

1. How can clear communication help in emergency situations?

- pronounce target sounds /b/, /p/, /f/, /v/ in medical vocabulary

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
2Theme 4.0: Accidents and First AidReading: Reading for Information

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

a) read an informational text on common home and school accidents

1. How can we prevent common accidents at home and school?

- read informational safety brochures and identify causes of accidents

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
3Theme 4.0: Accidents and First AidReading: Reading for Information

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

a) extract safety tips and preventive measures from the text

1. How can we prevent common accidents at home and school?

- create lists of do's and don'ts for road safety and kitchen safety

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
4Theme 4.0: Accidents and First AidReading: Reading for Information

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

a) design safety warning signs for the school environment

1. How can we prevent common accidents at home and school?

- design illustrated safety warning posters

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
5Theme 4.0: Accidents and First AidReading: Reading for Information

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

a) design safety warning signs for the school environment

1. How can we prevent common accidents at home and school?

- design illustrated safety warning posters

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
Curriculum Design & Content

Grade 4 English Term 2 Strands and Sub-strands Breakdown

Official KICD curriculum breakdown taught during Term 2 in Grade 4 English. Includes specific learning outcomes (SLOs), key inquiry questions (KIQs), core learning experiences, and teaching aids.

1
Strand 1.0

Theme 3.0: Etiquette

2 Sub-strands6 Lessons in Term 2

1.1 Grammar in Use: Pronouns

3 Suggested LessonsTerm 2
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • identify personal and possessive pronouns (I, you, he, she, it, we, they, mine, yours, theirs)
  • replace nouns with appropriate pronouns to avoid repetition
  • use pronouns correctly in written and spoken English
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How do pronouns improve the flow of our speech and writing?
Learning Experiences
  • identify pronouns in short reading paragraphs
  • rewrite sentences replacing repeated nouns with correct pronouns
  • play pronoun substitution games in groups
Teaching Resources

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

1.2 Writing: Functional Writing - Thank You Notes

3 Suggested LessonsTerm 2
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • identify the key components of a thank-you note (date, recipient, message of gratitude, sign-off)
  • write a short, sincere thank-you note to a friend or caregiver
  • appreciate the social value of expressing written gratitude
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • What makes a good thank-you note?
Learning Experiences
  • examine sample thank-you notes and identify their layout
  • draft a personalized thank-you note acknowledging a gift or help received
  • decorate and present the note to the intended recipient
Teaching Resources

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

2
Strand 2.0

Theme 4.0: Accidents and First Aid

4 Sub-strands12 Lessons in Term 2

2.1 Listening and Speaking: First Aid Vocabulary

3 Suggested LessonsTerm 2
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • pronounce words related to accidents and first aid (bandage, bruise, burn, fracture, emergency)
  • listen to emergency instructions and sequence actions accurately
  • demonstrate composure and awareness during emergency drills
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How can clear communication help in emergency situations?
Learning Experiences
  • listen to emergency instructions on treating nosebleeds and minor cuts
  • simulate calling for emergency help giving precise location and details
  • pronounce target sounds /b/, /p/, /f/, /v/ in medical vocabulary
Teaching Resources

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

2.2 Reading: Reading for Information

3 Suggested LessonsTerm 2
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • read an informational text on common home and school accidents
  • extract safety tips and preventive measures from the text
  • design safety warning signs for the school environment
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How can we prevent common accidents at home and school?
Learning Experiences
  • read informational safety brochures and identify causes of accidents
  • create lists of do's and don'ts for road safety and kitchen safety
  • design illustrated safety warning posters
Teaching Resources

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

2.3 Grammar in Use: Adjectives

3 Suggested LessonsTerm 2
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • identify descriptive adjectives (colour, size, shape, condition)
  • use regular comparative and superlative adjectives (clean, cleaner, cleanest)
  • use adjectives to enrich descriptions in writing
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How do adjectives make our descriptions more vivid and precise?
Learning Experiences
  • underline adjectives in sentences describing accident scenes and recovery
  • form degrees of comparison for regular adjectives
  • describe objects in the classroom using sensory adjectives
Teaching Resources

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

2.4 Writing: Creative Writing - Descriptive Paragraphs

3 Suggested LessonsTerm 2
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • write a descriptive paragraph about a minor incident or safety hero
  • use sensory details (sight, sound, touch) in writing
  • review written work for grammatical accuracy
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How do sensory details help readers picture what we describe?
Learning Experiences
  • brainstorm sensory words to describe an event (sharp pain, loud screech, gentle touch)
  • write a five-sentence descriptive paragraph with a clear topic sentence
  • share and read paragraphs aloud to peers
Teaching Resources

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

3
Strand 3.0

Theme 5.0: Nutrition - Balanced Diet

4 Sub-strands12 Lessons in Term 2

3.1 Listening and Speaking: Vocabulary on Food and Health

3 Suggested LessonsTerm 2
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • pronounce vocabulary on food and nutrition (carbohydrates, vitamins, proteins, balanced, nutritious)
  • discuss the benefits of eating healthy foods with peers
  • express preferences for healthy meals
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Why is eating a balanced diet essential for growing children?
Learning Experiences
  • listen to and participate in discussions about food groups and nutrition
  • recite poems and chants promoting fruits and vegetables
  • interview peers about their favourite balanced meals
Teaching Resources

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

3.2 Reading: Reading for Critical Thinking

3 Suggested LessonsTerm 2
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • read an expository article comparing healthy foods with junk food
  • distinguish facts from opinions in nutritional texts
  • draw healthy eating conclusions from read articles
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How does junk food affect our physical health and energy?
Learning Experiences
  • read texts comparing traditional foods with processed snacks
  • sort statements from the text into facts and opinions
  • answer critical thinking questions based on healthy choices
Teaching Resources

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

3.3 Grammar in Use: Verbs and Tenses - Present Continuous

3 Suggested LessonsTerm 2
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • identify present continuous tense verbs (is/are + verb-ing)
  • use the present continuous tense to describe ongoing actions
  • differentiate simple present from present continuous tense
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • When do we use the present continuous tense in English?
Learning Experiences
  • mime cooking and dining actions while classmates describe what they are doing
  • complete sentences using the correct form of the present continuous tense
  • write a short diary entry of current activities during lunch hour
Teaching Resources

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

3.4 Writing: Guided Composition - Healthy Meals

3 Suggested LessonsTerm 2
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • plan a written recipe or meal plan with appropriate headings
  • write instructions using sequential adverbs (First, Next, Then, Finally)
  • appreciate healthy meal planning
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How do sequential transition words make instructions easy to follow?
Learning Experiences
  • order steps in preparing a fruit salad or vegetable sandwich
  • write a guided recipe using transition words (First, Then, After that, Finally)
  • create an illustrated mini-cookbook of healthy local recipes
Teaching Resources

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

4
Strand 4.0

Theme 6.0: Technology and the Internet

2 Sub-strands6 Lessons in Term 2

4.1 Listening and Speaking: Digital Communication Vocabulary

3 Suggested LessonsTerm 2
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • use digital vocabulary correctly (website, browser, password, email, attachment)
  • discuss safe ways of using digital devices with peers
  • listen to audio recordings about online safety
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How does the internet connect people across the world?
Learning Experiences
  • talk about digital tools used at home and in school
  • pronounce words with silent letters (listen, doubt, sign) commonly found in tech vocabulary
  • discuss online etiquette: respecting others when posting messages
Teaching Resources

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

4.2 Reading: Reading Electronic Messages

3 Suggested LessonsTerm 2
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • read email messages and identify key elements (Subject line, Sender, Salutation, Body, Sign-off)
  • extract specific details from electronic texts
  • appreciate email as a modern tool for communication
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How do email messages differ from traditional postal letters?
Learning Experiences
  • read sample emails between pen-pals on computer screens or printouts
  • identify the sender, receiver, and main purpose of the email message
  • answer comprehension questions based on electronic correspondence
Teaching Resources

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

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

Complete annual curriculum scope for Grade 4 English showing the term-by-term distribution of all 7 strands.

  • Theme 1.0: The Family
  • Theme 2.0: Family Celebrations
  • Theme 3.0: Etiquette
Term 2Current
  • Theme 3.0: Etiquette
  • Theme 4.0: Accidents and First Aid
  • Theme 5.0: Nutrition - Balanced Diet
  • Theme 6.0: Technology and the Internet
  • Theme 6.0: Technology and the Internet
  • Theme 7.0: The Farm and Environment

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Help & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Grade 4 English Term 2

What strands and sub-strands are covered in Grade 4 English Term 2?

In Term 2, Grade 4 English covers the following main strands: Theme 3.0: Etiquette, Theme 4.0: Accidents and First Aid, Theme 5.0: Nutrition - Balanced Diet, Theme 6.0: Technology and the Internet. Each strand is broken down into specific sub-strands with allocated lesson periods across the 14-week term.

What are the specific learning outcomes for Grade 4 English in Term 2?

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 English Term 2 structured across weeks?

This scheme spans 14 calendar weeks (70 lesson slots), with Mid-Term Break in Week 8 and End-of-Term Assessment in Week 14, in full compliance with the 2026 Kenyan Ministry of Education school calendar.

Can I download and edit this Term 2 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.