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

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

Grade 4 IRE 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 IRE in Term 3.

Class / Grade
Grade 4
Pre-Primary Level
Learning Area
IRE
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 IRE 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
11Akhlaq (Moral Values)Virtues in Islam: Kindness to Allah's Creatures

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

a) avoid cruelty and mistreatment of animals

1. How does Islam teach us to treat animals and the environment?

- discuss environmental stewardship: not cutting trees unnecessarily and not wasting water

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
2Akhlaq (Moral Values)Virtues in Islam: Kindness to Allah's Creatures

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

a) avoid cruelty and mistreatment of animals

1. How does Islam teach us to treat animals and the environment?

- discuss environmental stewardship: not cutting trees unnecessarily and not wasting water

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
3Akhlaq (Moral Values)Prohibitions in Islam: Evils of Begging

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

a) explain why Islam discourages unnecessary begging and laziness

1. Why does Islam emphasize working for one's living instead of begging?

- read the Hadith of the man who came to the Prophet to beg, and was advised to sell firewood with an axe

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
4Akhlaq (Moral Values)Prohibitions in Islam: Evils of Begging

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

a) explain why Islam discourages unnecessary begging and laziness

1. Why does Islam emphasize working for one's living instead of begging?

- read the Hadith of the man who came to the Prophet to beg, and was advised to sell firewood with an axe

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
5Akhlaq (Moral Values)Prohibitions in Islam: Evils of Begging

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

a) appreciate hard work and earning a lawful (Halal) livelihood

1. Why does Islam emphasize working for one's living instead of begging?

- discuss the dignity of honest manual labour and entrepreneurship

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
21Akhlaq (Moral Values)Prohibitions in Islam: Evils of Begging

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

a) maintain self-respect and dignity

1. Why does Islam emphasize working for one's living instead of begging?

- distinguish between helping the genuinely incapacitated and encouraging able-bodied begging

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
2Akhlaq (Moral Values)Prohibitions in Islam: Evils of Begging

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

a) maintain self-respect and dignity

1. Why does Islam emphasize working for one's living instead of begging?

- distinguish between helping the genuinely incapacitated and encouraging able-bodied begging

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
3Akhlaq (Moral Values)Positive Usage of Media

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

a) identify beneficial uses of digital media for Islamic education

1. How can young Muslims use technology and media constructively?

- explore Islamic learning applications for Qur'an memorization and Arabic alphabet

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
4Akhlaq (Moral Values)Positive Usage of Media

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

a) identify beneficial uses of digital media for Islamic education

1. How can young Muslims use technology and media constructively?

- explore Islamic learning applications for Qur'an memorization and Arabic alphabet

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
5Akhlaq (Moral Values)Positive Usage of Media

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

a) avoid harmful and immoral content on digital devices

1. How can young Muslims use technology and media constructively?

- discuss internet etiquette (adab): avoiding foul language, respecting privacy and lowering the gaze

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
31Akhlaq (Moral Values)Positive Usage of Media

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

a) exercise moderation and time management with screens

1. How can young Muslims use technology and media constructively?

- agree on daily screen-time limits with parents and teachers

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
2Akhlaq (Moral Values)Positive Usage of Media

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

a) exercise moderation and time management with screens

1. How can young Muslims use technology and media constructively?

- agree on daily screen-time limits with parents and teachers

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
3Muamalaat (Social Relations)Obligations of Parents to Children

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

a) outline the rights of children provided by parents in Islam

1. What duties do Muslim parents owe to their children?

- discuss children's rights: good name (Tahneek), shelter, Halal food, Islamic education and fair treatment

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
4Muamalaat (Social Relations)Obligations of Parents to Children

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

a) outline the rights of children provided by parents in Islam

1. What duties do Muslim parents owe to their children?

- discuss children's rights: good name (Tahneek), shelter, Halal food, Islamic education and fair treatment

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
5Muamalaat (Social Relations)Obligations of Parents to Children

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

a) appreciate parental love, provision, education and protection

1. What duties do Muslim parents owe to their children?

- write appreciation letters to parents acknowledging their sacrifices

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
Curriculum Design & Content

Grade 4 IRE Term 3 Strands and Sub-strands Breakdown

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

1
Strand 1.0

Akhlaq (Moral Values)

3 Sub-strands14 Lessons in Term 3

1.1 Virtues in Islam: Kindness to Allah's Creatures

6 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • explain Islamic teachings on showing kindness to animals and nature
  • demonstrate care for domestic animals and birds
  • avoid cruelty and mistreatment of animals
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How does Islam teach us to treat animals and the environment?
Learning Experiences
  • read the Hadith about the woman forgiven for giving water to a thirsty dog
  • provide water and food containers for birds and domestic animals at home
  • discuss environmental stewardship: not cutting trees unnecessarily and not wasting water
Teaching Resources

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

1.2 Prohibitions in Islam: Evils of Begging

4 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • explain why Islam discourages unnecessary begging and laziness
  • appreciate hard work and earning a lawful (Halal) livelihood
  • maintain self-respect and dignity
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Why does Islam emphasize working for one's living instead of begging?
Learning Experiences
  • read the Hadith of the man who came to the Prophet to beg, and was advised to sell firewood with an axe
  • discuss the dignity of honest manual labour and entrepreneurship
  • distinguish between helping the genuinely incapacitated and encouraging able-bodied begging
Teaching Resources

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

1.3 Positive Usage of Media

4 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • identify beneficial uses of digital media for Islamic education
  • avoid harmful and immoral content on digital devices
  • exercise moderation and time management with screens
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How can young Muslims use technology and media constructively?
Learning Experiences
  • explore Islamic learning applications for Qur'an memorization and Arabic alphabet
  • discuss internet etiquette (adab): avoiding foul language, respecting privacy and lowering the gaze
  • agree on daily screen-time limits with parents and teachers
Teaching Resources

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

2
Strand 2.0

Muamalaat (Social Relations)

3 Sub-strands12 Lessons in Term 3

2.1 Obligations of Parents to Children

4 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • outline the rights of children provided by parents in Islam
  • appreciate parental love, provision, education and protection
  • demonstrate gratitude for parental care
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • What duties do Muslim parents owe to their children?
Learning Experiences
  • discuss children's rights: good name (Tahneek), shelter, Halal food, Islamic education and fair treatment
  • write appreciation letters to parents acknowledging their sacrifices
  • recite the Quranic prayer for parents: 'My Lord, have mercy upon them as they brought me up when I was small'
Teaching Resources

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

2.2 Children's Obligations to Parents

4 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • explain the Islamic obligation of Birrul Walidayn (dutifulness to parents)
  • speak gently and respectfully to parents without saying 'uff'
  • assist parents with household chores promptly
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How should Muslim children show honour and obedience to their parents?
Learning Experiences
  • read Surah Al-Isra (17:23-24) on treating elderly parents with utmost kindness
  • role-play courteous communication with parents when receiving instructions
  • perform daily acts of service for parents such as serving tea, cleaning shoes and running errands
Teaching Resources

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

2.3 Children's Obligations to Other Family Members

4 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • describe the importance of maintaining ties of kinship (Silatul Rahim)
  • treat siblings, cousins, aunts, uncles and grandparents with love and respect
  • resolve disagreements with siblings peacefully
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Why is keeping ties of kinship emphasized in Islam?
Learning Experiences
  • read Hadiths on the blessings of Silatul Rahim (longevity and expanded provision)
  • visit or call relatives and grandparents to greet them and check on their health
  • practise sharing toys and taking turns with brothers and sisters at home
Teaching Resources

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

3
Strand 3.0

History of Islam

1 Sub-strand6 Lessons in Term 3

3.1 Call to Prophethood

6 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • narrate the story of the first revelation in the cave of Hira
  • explain the role of angel Jibril and Lady Khadijah (RA)
  • recite the first five verses of Surah Al-Alaq revealed to the Prophet
  • appreciate the importance of seeking knowledge (Iqra)
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • What took place in the Cave of Hira during the first revelation?
Learning Experiences
  • listen to the narrative of Prophet Muhammad's meditation in Cave Hira and the visit of angel Jibril
  • read and recite the first verses of Surah Al-Alaq: 'Read in the name of your Lord who created'
  • discuss how Lady Khadijah comforted and supported the Prophet when he returned trembling with fear
  • discuss how education and reading are sacred religious duties for every Muslim
Teaching Resources

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

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

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

  • Qur'an
  • Hadith
  • Pillars of Iman
  • Pillars of Iman
  • Devotional Acts
  • Akhlaq (Moral Values)
Term 3Current
  • Akhlaq (Moral Values)
  • Muamalaat (Social Relations)
  • History of Islam

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Help & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Grade 4 IRE Term 3

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

In Term 3, Grade 4 IRE covers the following main strands: Akhlaq (Moral Values), Muamalaat (Social Relations), History of Islam. 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 IRE 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 IRE 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.