2026 KICD CBC Curriculum Design13 Weeks · 65 Lessons4 Strands in Term 1

Grade 4 HRE 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 4 HRE Term 1. Free on-page syllabus breakdown with instant export to editable Word (.docx) and PDF.

Grade 4 HRE 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 4 HRE in Term 1.

Class / Grade
Grade 4
Pre-Primary Level
Learning Area
HRE
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 4 HRE 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
11CreationPanch Mahabhoot

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

a) identify the five great elements of creation (Panch Mahabhoot: Earth, Water, Fire, Air, Space)

1. Why is water important in our spiritual and physical life?

- explain the uses of Jal (water) in different religious rituals and abhishek

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
2CreationPanch Mahabhoot

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

a) identify the five great elements of creation (Panch Mahabhoot: Earth, Water, Fire, Air, Space)

1. Why is water important in our spiritual and physical life?

- explain the uses of Jal (water) in different religious rituals and abhishek

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
3CreationPanch Mahabhoot

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

a) identify the five great elements of creation (Panch Mahabhoot: Earth, Water, Fire, Air, Space)

1. Why is water important in our spiritual and physical life?

- demonstrate the importance of water by planting seeds in wet and dry conditions

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
4CreationPanch Mahabhoot

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

a) explain the uses of Jal (water) in religious activities and daily life

1. Why is water important in our spiritual and physical life?

- demonstrate the importance of water by planting seeds in wet and dry conditions

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
5CreationPanch Mahabhoot

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

a) explain the uses of Jal (water) in religious activities and daily life

1. Why is water important in our spiritual and physical life?

- locate sacred rivers (Ganga, Rujubalika) using digital maps and atlases

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
21CreationPanch Mahabhoot

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

a) state water bodies and sacred trees (Tulsi, Beri, Bodhi) mentioned in scriptures

1. Why are certain trees considered sacred in Hindu scriptures?

- locate sacred rivers (Ganga, Rujubalika) using digital maps and atlases

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
2CreationPanch Mahabhoot

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

a) state water bodies and sacred trees (Tulsi, Beri, Bodhi) mentioned in scriptures

1. Why are certain trees considered sacred in Hindu scriptures?

- collect pictures of sacred trees (Tulsi, Beri, Bodhi tree) and learn how to care for them

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
3CreationPanch Mahabhoot

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

a) state water bodies and sacred trees (Tulsi, Beri, Bodhi) mentioned in scriptures

1. Why are certain trees considered sacred in Hindu scriptures?

- collect pictures of sacred trees (Tulsi, Beri, Bodhi tree) and learn how to care for them

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
4CreationPanch Mahabhoot

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

a) participate in conserving water and planting sacred trees

1. Why are certain trees considered sacred in Hindu scriptures?

- participate in community tree planting and water conservation drives

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
5CreationPanch Mahabhoot

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

a) participate in conserving water and planting sacred trees

1. Why are certain trees considered sacred in Hindu scriptures?

- participate in community tree planting and water conservation drives

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
31CreationPanch Mahabhoot

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

a) participate in conserving water and planting sacred trees

1. Why are certain trees considered sacred in Hindu scriptures?

- participate in community tree planting and water conservation drives

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
2CreationPanch Mahabhoot

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

a) participate in conserving water and planting sacred trees

1. Why are certain trees considered sacred in Hindu scriptures?

- participate in community tree planting and water conservation drives

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
3CreationPanch Mahabhoot

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

a) participate in conserving water and planting sacred trees

1. Why are certain trees considered sacred in Hindu scriptures?

- participate in community tree planting and water conservation drives

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
4CreationPanch Mahabhoot

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

a) participate in conserving water and planting sacred trees

1. Why are certain trees considered sacred in Hindu scriptures?

- participate in community tree planting and water conservation drives

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
5CreationPanch Mahabhoot

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

a) participate in conserving water and planting sacred trees

1. Why are certain trees considered sacred in Hindu scriptures?

- participate in community tree planting and water conservation drives

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
Curriculum Design & Content

Grade 4 HRE Term 1 Strands and Sub-strands Breakdown

Official KICD curriculum breakdown taught during Term 1 in Grade 4 HRE. Includes specific learning outcomes (SLOs), key inquiry questions (KIQs), core learning experiences, and teaching aids.

1
Strand 1.0

Creation

1 Sub-strand10 Lessons in Term 1

1.1 Panch Mahabhoot

10 Suggested LessonsTerm 1
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • identify the five great elements of creation (Panch Mahabhoot: Earth, Water, Fire, Air, Space)
  • explain the uses of Jal (water) in religious activities and daily life
  • state water bodies and sacred trees (Tulsi, Beri, Bodhi) mentioned in scriptures
  • participate in conserving water and planting sacred trees
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Why is water important in our spiritual and physical life?
  • Why are certain trees considered sacred in Hindu scriptures?
Learning Experiences
  • explain the uses of Jal (water) in different religious rituals and abhishek
  • demonstrate the importance of water by planting seeds in wet and dry conditions
  • locate sacred rivers (Ganga, Rujubalika) using digital maps and atlases
  • collect pictures of sacred trees (Tulsi, Beri, Bodhi tree) and learn how to care for them
  • participate in community tree planting and water conservation drives
Teaching Resources

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

2
Strand 2.0

Manifestations of Paramatma

1 Sub-strand10 Lessons in Term 1

2.1 Enlightened Beings

10 Suggested LessonsTerm 1
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • narrate stories of enlightened beings (Avatars and Rishis)
  • explain the divine mission of manifestations of Paramatma to restore righteousness
  • emulate virtues taught by enlightened masters
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How do enlightened beings guide society towards truth and righteousness?
Learning Experiences
  • listen to inspiring stories of enlightened beings who protected dharma
  • role-play episodes demonstrating compassion and selflessness from their lives
  • sing bhajans and devotional verses celebrating enlightened masters
Teaching Resources

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

3
Strand 3.0

Scriptures

1 Sub-strand10 Lessons in Term 1

3.1 Essence of Scriptures

10 Suggested LessonsTerm 1
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • identify key sacred scriptures (Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita, Ramayana)
  • narrate moral parables from the scriptures
  • show respect and reverence for holy texts
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • What core moral lessons do our scriptures teach us?
Learning Experiences
  • examine and handle holy scriptures with clean hands and reverence
  • recite simple shlokas and moral sayings from the Bhagavad Gita and Ramayana
  • discuss how scripture stories teach truth, filial duty, and loyalty
Teaching Resources

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

4
Strand 4.0

Worship

1 Sub-strand10 Lessons in Term 1

4.1 Dainik Prarthana (Daily Prayers)

10 Suggested LessonsTerm 1
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • recite morning and evening daily prayers (Dainik Prarthana)
  • explain the significance of chanting Om and Gayatri Mantra
  • maintain a daily prayer routine at home
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How does daily prayer bring peace of mind and spiritual strength?
Learning Experiences
  • chant Om and the Gayatri Mantra with proper pronunciation and rhythm
  • practise morning gratitude prayers upon waking up
  • participate in Aarti and light oil lamps (Diya) with parents during evening prayer
Teaching Resources

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

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

Complete annual curriculum scope for Grade 4 HRE showing the term-by-term distribution of all 8 strands.

Term 1Current
  • Creation
  • Manifestations of Paramatma
  • Scriptures
  • Worship
  • Worship
  • Sadachaar
  • Yoga
  • Principles of Dharma
  • Principles of Dharma
  • Utsav (Social Festivals)

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Help & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Grade 4 HRE Term 1

What strands and sub-strands are covered in Grade 4 HRE Term 1?

In Term 1, Grade 4 HRE covers the following main strands: Creation, Manifestations of Paramatma, Scriptures, Worship. 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 4 HRE 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 4 HRE 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.