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Grade 5 IRE 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 5 IRE Term 1. Free on-page syllabus breakdown with instant export to editable Word (.docx) and PDF.

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Grade 5 IRE 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 5 IRE in Term 1.

Class / Grade: Grade 5
Learning Area: IRE
Term Duration: 13 Weeks (65 Lessons)
Key Milestones: Mid: Wk 8 · Exam: Wk 13

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Grade 5 IRE 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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Wk	Lsn	Strand	Sub-strand	Specific Learning Outcomes	Key Inquiry Question(s)	Learning Experiences	Learning Resources	Assessment Methods	Reflection
1	1	S and	Sub-strand 13	-	1. In a) b) c) d) e) read the selected surahs for spiritual nourishment, recite the selected surahs for devotional activities, Outline the basic meaning of the selected surahs, deduce lessons from the selected surah, appreciate the Qur'an as the first source Of guidance. person/digital device on the recitation of the selected surah, 2, recite the selected surahs after the teacher/peer/or from a digital devices, read the selected surahs from a digital device/mu s h af/c harts , practise pronunciation through listening to digital devices, recite the selected surahs severally to enhance memorisation , listen to the basic meaning of the selected surahs from digital devices and make notes, discuss the different ways Of applying the teachings and lessons learnt from the selected surahs _ ui Ques s Why is it important to recite the Qur 'an?	- listen to the teacher/resource	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	2	S and	Sub-strand 13	-	1. In a) b) c) d) e) read the selected surahs for spiritual nourishment, recite the selected surahs for devotional activities, Outline the basic meaning of the selected surahs, deduce lessons from the selected surah, appreciate the Qur'an as the first source Of guidance. person/digital device on the recitation of the selected surah, 2, recite the selected surahs after the teacher/peer/or from a digital devices, read the selected surahs from a digital device/mu s h af/c harts , practise pronunciation through listening to digital devices, recite the selected surahs severally to enhance memorisation , listen to the basic meaning of the selected surahs from digital devices and make notes, discuss the different ways Of applying the teachings and lessons learnt from the selected surahs _ ui Ques s Why is it important to recite the Qur 'an?	- listen to the teacher/resource	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	3	S and	Sub-strand 13	-	1. In a) b) c) d) e) read the selected surahs for spiritual nourishment, recite the selected surahs for devotional activities, Outline the basic meaning of the selected surahs, deduce lessons from the selected surah, appreciate the Qur'an as the first source Of guidance. person/digital device on the recitation of the selected surah, 2, recite the selected surahs after the teacher/peer/or from a digital devices, read the selected surahs from a digital device/mu s h af/c harts , practise pronunciation through listening to digital devices, recite the selected surahs severally to enhance memorisation , listen to the basic meaning of the selected surahs from digital devices and make notes, discuss the different ways Of applying the teachings and lessons learnt from the selected surahs _ ui Ques s Why is it important to recite the Qur 'an?	- listen to the teacher/resource	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	4	S and	Sub-strand 13	-	1. What lessons do we learn from the selected surahs?	- listen to the teacher/resource	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	5	S and	Sub-strand 13	-	1. What lessons do we learn from the selected surahs?	- listen to the teacher/resource	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
2	1	S and	Sub-strand 13	-	1. What lessons do we learn from the selected surahs?	- listen to the teacher/resource	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	2	S and	Sub-strand 13	-	1. What lessons do we learn from the selected surahs?	- listen to the teacher/resource	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	3	S and	Sub-strand 13	-	1. What lessons do we learn from the selected surahs?	- listen to the teacher/resource	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	4	S and	Sub-strand 13	-	1. What lessons do we learn from the selected surahs?	- listen to the teacher/resource	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	5	S and	Hadith on good Behaviour	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) identify examples of good behaviour from the selected Hadith for character building	1. (s) I . Why should one behave well?	- read from chart\digital devices the Hadith on good behaviour: "Fear Allah wherever you are	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
3	1	S and	Hadith on good Behaviour	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) discuss the significance of the selected Hadith in shaping the character of a Muslim	1. What actions show that you fear Allah?	- read from chart\digital devices the Hadith on good behaviour: "Fear Allah wherever you are	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	2	S and	Hadith on good Behaviour	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) apply good behaviour in day-to-day life b) appreciate the teachings of the Hadith by applying them in day-today life _	1. and follow up a had deed with a good deed, ir will wipe ir our. And behave well towards other people " (Al-Tirmidhi), identify good behaviour mentioned in the Hadith and present in plenary, discuss the teachings and relevance of the Hadith in their daily life, role-play acts showing good behaviour mentioned in the Hadith?	- read from chart\digital devices the Hadith on good behaviour: "Fear Allah wherever you are	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	3	S and	Hadith on good Behaviour	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) appreciate the teachings of the Hadith by applying them in day-today life _	1. and follow up a had deed with a good deed, ir will wipe ir our. And behave well towards other people " (Al-Tirmidhi), identify good behaviour mentioned in the Hadith and present in plenary, discuss the teachings and relevance of the Hadith in their daily life, role-play acts showing good behaviour mentioned in the Hadith?	- read from chart\digital devices the Hadith on good behaviour: "Fear Allah wherever you are	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	4	S and	Hadith on good Behaviour	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) appreciate the teachings of the Hadith by applying them in day-today life _	1. and follow up a had deed with a good deed, ir will wipe ir our. And behave well towards other people " (Al-Tirmidhi), identify good behaviour mentioned in the Hadith and present in plenary, discuss the teachings and relevance of the Hadith in their daily life, role-play acts showing good behaviour mentioned in the Hadith?	- read from chart\digital devices the Hadith on good behaviour: "Fear Allah wherever you are	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)
	5	Hadith	Hadith on Greetings	By the end of the sub strand, the learner should be able to; a) asse.ss the importance of Islamic greetings in the life ofa Muslim	1. Why should a Muslim use Islamic greeting?	- read the following Hadith On greetin	Approved course textbooks, realia, charts	- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercises	(Handwritten after lesson)

Curriculum Design & Content

Grade 5 IRE Term 1 Strands and Sub-strands Breakdown

Official KICD curriculum breakdown taught during Term 1 in Grade 5 IRE. Includes specific learning outcomes (SLOs), key inquiry questions (KIQs), core learning experiences, and teaching aids.

Strand 1.0

S and

2 Sub-strands9 Lessons in Term 1

1.1 Sub-strand 13

6 Suggested LessonsTerm 1

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

Demonstrate understanding, values and foundational skills in Sub-strand 13.

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)

In a) b) c) d) e) read the selected surahs for spiritual nourishment, recite the selected surahs for devotional activities, Outline the basic meaning of the selected surahs, deduce lessons from the selected surah, appreciate the Qur'an as the first source Of guidance. person/digital device on the recitation of the selected surah, 2, recite the selected surahs after the teacher/peer/or from a digital devices, read the selected surahs from a digital device/mu s h af/c harts , practise pronunciation through listening to digital devices, recite the selected surahs severally to enhance memorisation , listen to the basic meaning of the selected surahs from digital devices and make notes, discuss the different ways Of applying the teachings and lessons learnt from the selected surahs _ ui Ques s Why is it important to recite the Qur 'an?
What lessons do we learn from the selected surahs?

Learning Experiences

listen to the teacher/resource

Teaching Resources

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

1.2 Hadith on good Behaviour

3 Suggested LessonsTerm 1

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

identify examples of good behaviour from the selected Hadith for character building
discuss the significance of the selected Hadith in shaping the character of a Muslim
apply good behaviour in day-to-day life
appreciate the teachings of the Hadith by applying them in day-today life _

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)

(s) I . Why should one behave well?
What actions show that you fear Allah?
and follow up a had deed with a good deed, ir will wipe ir our. And behave well towards other people " (Al-Tirmidhi), identify good behaviour mentioned in the Hadith and present in plenary, discuss the teachings and relevance of the Hadith in their daily life, role-play acts showing good behaviour mentioned in the Hadith?

Learning Experiences

read from chart\digital devices the Hadith on good behaviour: "Fear Allah wherever you are

Teaching Resources

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

Strand 2.0

Hadith

3 Sub-strands9 Lessons in Term 1

2.1 Hadith on Greetings

3 Suggested LessonsTerm 1

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

asse.ss the importance of Islamic greetings in the life ofa Muslim
practise Islamic greetings to promote love and unity in the society , C) appreciate the use of Islamic greetings in bringing harmony in the society

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)

Why should a Muslim use Islamic greeting?

Learning Experiences

read the following Hadith On greetin
es : _ Shall I inform you of something which, if you do, you will love one another? Promote greetings (salaam) amongst yourselves. " (Muslim) watch/listen to Islamic greetings from digital devices, demonstrate Islamic greetings, in pairs, discuss the importance of Islamic greetings in the life ofa Muslim and make summary notes, search online and sing Qasida on Islamic greetings, practise Islamic greetings to promote love and unity as learners Come to class\school

Teaching Resources

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

2.2 Hadith on Knowle dge

3 Suggested LessonsTerm 1

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

read the Hadith as a source of reference in seeking knowledge
assess the importance Of seeking knowledge for the benefit of this world and the Hereafter
appreciate the teachings of the Hadith by working hard in school _

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)

ui Que s Why is it important to seek know ledge in Islam?
What challenges may hinder one from acquiring education?

Learning Experiences

read from a chart'digital devices the Hadith on knowledge: "Seeking knowledge is obligatory upon every Muslim. " (Al-Tirmidhi), search online the importance of seeking knowledge and present it in class
discuss ways Of improving academic performance in school, role-play acts on the importance of seeking knowledge in the Muslim socle

Teaching Resources

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

2.3 Hadith on Gratitude

3 Suggested LessonsTerm 1

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

read the Hadith on gratitude for character formation
practise gratitude in day-today life
appreciate the teachings Of the Hadith by exercising

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)

Why should one be grateful to other people?

Learning Experiences

The learners are guided to: read from a chart/digital device the Hadith on gratitude: "Whoever is never thankful to people is never thankful to Allah. " (A I-Tirm irhi). discuss the lessons learnt from the Hadith and make class presentations, dramatise ways that show -tude_

Teaching Resources

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

Strand 3.0

Pillars of Iman

2 Sub-strands9 Lessons in Term 1

3.1 Sub-strand 23

6 Suggested LessonsTerm 1

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

outline the
attributes of Allah and
their
corresponding
meaning
assess the
importance of the
attributes of Allah
use the
attributes of Allah
while
making dua (supplication)
appreciate the
unique
attributes of Allah as
part of Islamic
faith, 2, What
lessons are
learnt
from the
attributes of Allah? Why
should One use the
attributes Of Allah
while
maki ng dua (supplications)?

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)

Questio s a) b) c) d) outline the attributes of Allah and their corresponding meaning, assess the importance of the attributes of Allah, use the attributes of Allah while making dua (supplication), appreciate the unique attributes of Allah as part of Islamic faith, 2, What lessons are learnt from the attributes of Allah?
Why should One use the attributes Of Allah while maki ng dua (supplications)?

Teaching Resources

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

3.2 Beliefin Angels Characteristics of angels

3 Suggested LessonsTerm 1

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

state the
characteristics of
angels to
strengthen
their Iman
assess the
significance of the
belief in
angels in the
life of a Muslim
differentiate
between
angels and
human
beings to
appreciate Allah's
creation
appreciate the
belief in
angels as a
pillar of
imam 13

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)

What is the significance of believing in angels?
How can Muslims show obedience to Allah?

Learning Experiences

search for information On the characteristics of angels from digital devices/books/resource persons and present in class
brainstorm on the significance Of belief in angels and make notes, Role-play different situations that depict obedience to Allah 's commands (obeying parents, teachers, elders, school rules)
read a verse from the Qur'an on the obedience of angels on Allah's commands 66: 6

Teaching Resources

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

Strand 4.0

Pillars of

4 Sub-strands17 Lessons in Term 1

4.1 Belief in Prophets Qualities of Prophets

3 Suggested LessonsTerm 1

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

explain the qualities Of prophets for character formation
apply

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)

Inq Question(s) How can qualities of the prophets be applied in daily life?
Why are prophets regarded as role models?

Learning Experiences

search for information on the qualities of prophets from digital, devices /books'resource persons and display in class, narrate a story of any prophet that shows these qualities, role-play situations that demonstrate

Teaching Resources

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

4.2 Sub-strand 29

6 Suggested LessonsTerm 1

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

identify the miracles performed by the selected prophets to strengthen their iman (faith)
explain the lessons learnt from the miracles of the selected prophets
appreciate the miracles Of the selected prophets to build their reliance on 17

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)

(s) 2, What is a miracle?
Why did prophets perform miracles ?

Learning Experiences

match\listen to stories Of the miracles of the selected prophets from digital devices and make notes. deduce lessons from the miracles of the selected prophets and present in class, match the name of the prophets with miracles performed using flash cards
draw, colour and display items related to the miracles Of the selected

Teaching Resources

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

4.3 Nullifiers of Swalah

2 Suggested LessonsTerm 1

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

walking
eating
drinking
mping)
match and
sort the
nullifiers Of
swalah and
wudhu
using
flash
cards
demonstrate the
correct
rformance of
swalah. Suggested Key Inquiry Questio s Why
should one
safeguard
swalah ?

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)

Questio s Why should one safeguard swalah ?

Teaching Resources

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

4.4 Sub-strand 32

6 Suggested LessonsTerm 1

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

assess the significance of performing sunnah prayers in the life of a Muslim
perform Qabliyah and Ba 'diyah prayers to earn rewards from Allah
appreciate the performance Of Qahliyah and Ba 'diyah to emulate the sunnah of the Prophet (S.A.W

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)

nqmry uesti s Why should a Muslim Qah Iiya and Ba 'diyah?

Learning Experiences

discuss sunnah prayers performed before and after fardh prayers and display in class using charts, match\fill gaps using digital devices\charts/pocket boards the number of raakat for Qabliyah and Ba 'diyah for each fardh prayer
brainstorm on the importance of Observing Qabliyah and Ba 'diyah and write notes, h and Ba'

Teaching Resources

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

Grade 5 IRE Full Year Strands (Terms 1, 2 & 3)

Complete annual curriculum scope for Grade 5 IRE showing the term-by-term distribution of all 5 strands.

Term 1Current

S and
Hadith
Pillars of Iman
Pillars of

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Pillars of

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Pillars of
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Curriculum Compliance & Official Accreditation

All schemes of work on this platform are meticulously aligned with official standards set by Kenyan educational statutory authorities:

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2026 school calendar dates, term durations, and mid-term break schedules.
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Help & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Grade 5 IRE Term 1

What strands and sub-strands are covered in Grade 5 IRE Term 1?

In Term 1, Grade 5 IRE covers the following main strands: S and, Hadith, Pillars of Iman, Pillars of. 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 5 IRE 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 5 IRE 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.