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Grade 4 Science & Technology 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 Science & Technology Term 2. Free on-page syllabus breakdown with instant export to editable Word (.docx) and PDF.

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Grade 4 Science & Technology 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 Science & Technology in Term 2.

Class / Grade
Grade 4
Pre-Primary Level
Learning Area
Science & Technology
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 Science & Technology 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
11MatterProperties of Matter

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

a) categorise substances in the environment into the three states of matter

1. What are the properties of matter in different states?

- collect and group different substances from the environment into the three states of matter collaboratively

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
2MatterProperties of Matter

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

a) categorise substances in the environment into the three states of matter

1. What are the properties of matter in different states?

- collect and group different substances from the environment into the three states of matter collaboratively

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
3MatterProperties of Matter

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

a) describe the properties of the three states of matter

1. What are the properties of matter in different states?

- collect and group different substances from the environment into the three states of matter collaboratively

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
4MatterProperties of Matter

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

a) describe the properties of the three states of matter

1. What are the properties of matter in different states?

- carry out activities to demonstrate the properties of the three states of matter (shape, volume, mass) with peers

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
5MatterProperties of Matter

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

a) describe the properties of the three states of matter

1. What are the properties of matter in different states?

- carry out activities to demonstrate the properties of the three states of matter (shape, volume, mass) with peers

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
21MatterProperties of Matter

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

a) describe the properties of the three states of matter

1. What are the properties of matter in different states?

- carry out activities to demonstrate the properties of the three states of matter (shape, volume, mass) with peers

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
2MatterProperties of Matter

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

a) describe the properties of the three states of matter

1. What are the properties of matter in different states?

- discuss the importance of the different states of matter in day-to-day life

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
3MatterProperties of Matter

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

a) appreciate the importance of the different states of matter in day-to-day life

1. What are the properties of matter in different states?

- discuss the importance of the different states of matter in day-to-day life

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
4MatterProperties of Matter

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

a) appreciate the importance of the different states of matter in day-to-day life

1. What are the properties of matter in different states?

- discuss the importance of the different states of matter in day-to-day life

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
5MatterProperties of Matter

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

a) appreciate the importance of the different states of matter in day-to-day life

1. What are the properties of matter in different states?

- use digital or print media to search for more information on the characteristics of the three states of matter

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
31MatterProperties of Matter

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

a) appreciate the importance of the different states of matter in day-to-day life

1. What are the properties of matter in different states?

- use digital or print media to search for more information on the characteristics of the three states of matter

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
2MatterProperties of Matter

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

a) appreciate the importance of the different states of matter in day-to-day life

1. What are the properties of matter in different states?

- use digital or print media to search for more information on the characteristics of the three states of matter

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
3MatterProperties of Matter

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

a) appreciate the importance of the different states of matter in day-to-day life

1. What are the properties of matter in different states?

- use digital or print media to search for more information on the characteristics of the three states of matter

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
4MatterProperties of Matter

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

a) appreciate the importance of the different states of matter in day-to-day life

1. What are the properties of matter in different states?

- use digital or print media to search for more information on the characteristics of the three states of matter

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
5MatterProperties of Matter

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

a) appreciate the importance of the different states of matter in day-to-day life

1. What are the properties of matter in different states?

- use digital or print media to search for more information on the characteristics of the three states of matter

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
Curriculum Design & Content

Grade 4 Science & Technology Term 2 Strands and Sub-strands Breakdown

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

1
Strand 1.0

Matter

3 Sub-strands42 Lessons in Term 2

1.1 Properties of Matter

14 Suggested LessonsTerm 2
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • categorise substances in the environment into the three states of matter
  • describe the properties of the three states of matter
  • appreciate the importance of the different states of matter in day-to-day life
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • What are the properties of matter in different states?
Learning Experiences
  • brainstorm on the meaning of matter and identify its different states (solids, liquids, gases)
  • collect and group different substances from the environment into the three states of matter collaboratively
  • carry out activities to demonstrate the properties of the three states of matter (shape, volume, mass) with peers
  • discuss the importance of the different states of matter in day-to-day life
  • use digital or print media to search for more information on the characteristics of the three states of matter
Teaching Resources

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

1.2 Management of Solid Waste

16 Suggested LessonsTerm 2
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • classify solid waste into decomposable and non-decomposable
  • describe the dangers of solid waste to the environment
  • apply appropriate methods to manage solid waste in the environment
  • appreciate the need for proper management of solid waste
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How is solid waste dangerous to the environment?
Learning Experiences
  • walk around the school compound and its environment to identify solid waste in the environment
  • discuss with peers the meaning of decomposable and non-decomposable solid waste
  • collect solid waste in the school, sort and classify them into decomposing and non-decomposing
  • discuss the dangers of solid waste to the environment and present in class
  • discuss methods of managing different types of waste in their environment (Re-using, Recycling, Reducing)
  • make dustbins for safe disposal of waste at home and in school using locally available materials
Teaching Resources

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

1.3 Water Conservation

12 Suggested LessonsTerm 2
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • explain the meaning of water conservation in the environment
  • describe methods of conserving water at home and school
  • outline the importance of conserving water at home and school
  • develop interest in conserving water at home and school
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Why is it important to conserve water?
Learning Experiences
  • brainstorm on how water is wasted at home and school
  • discuss with peers the meaning of water conservation
  • explore their locality and observe how water is conserved
  • discuss with peers ways of conserving water (reducing water wastage, reusing water, recycling water)
  • practise responsible use of water at home and school
  • prepare posters to sensitise the community on the importance of water conservation
Teaching Resources

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

2
Strand 2.0

Force and Energy

1 Sub-strand12 Lessons in Term 2

2.1 Force and its Effect

12 Suggested LessonsTerm 2
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • describe types of forces in nature
  • demonstrate the effects of force on objects in nature
  • describe the uses of force in daily life
  • appreciate the importance of force in day-to-day life
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How does force affect objects?
Learning Experiences
  • brainstorm on the meaning of the term force as used in science
  • carry out activities that demonstrate the existence of force of gravity and force of friction in nature
  • carry out activities to demonstrate the effects of force on objects (change of shape, start motion, stop moving objects, increase speed, decrease speed, change direction)
  • use digital or print media to search for, observe and discuss uses of force in day-to-day life
  • discuss with peers ways of minimising friction between moving objects (smoothening surfaces, greasing, oiling, use of rollers, ball bearings)
Teaching Resources

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

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

Complete annual curriculum scope for Grade 4 Science & Technology showing the term-by-term distribution of all 3 strands.

Term 1View Term 1 →
  • Living Things and Their Environment
  • Matter
Term 2Current
  • Matter
  • Force and Energy
Term 3View Term 3 →
  • Force and Energy

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Frequently Asked Questions: Grade 4 Science & Technology Term 2

What strands and sub-strands are covered in Grade 4 Science & Technology Term 2?

In Term 2, Grade 4 Science & Technology covers the following main strands: Matter, Force and Energy. 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 Science & Technology 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 Science & Technology 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.