2026 KICD CBC Curriculum Design8 Strands · 26 Sub-strands116 Suggested Lessons

Grade 5 Mandarin Strands, Sub-strands & Schemes of Work (2026)

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Grade 5 Mandarin Curriculum Facts

Summary of syllabus structure, strands, lesson periods, and approved textbooks for Grade 5 Mandarin under the Kenya CBC curriculum framework.

Class / Level
Grade 5
Pre-Primary Education
Major Strands
8 Strands
26 Sub-strands
Annual Lessons
116 Lesson Periods
5 Lessons Per Week
Terms Available
Terms 1, 2 & 3
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Grade 5 Mandarin Term 1 Scheme Table

13-week teaching 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
11Greetings and Introduction Str and Lis Tening SpeakingSub-strand 15

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

a) discriminate initial and final sounds in Chinese syllables

1. Why is correct articulation of words important communication?

- listen and repeat saying initials and finals from a recording (z, c, s, zh, Ch, s", r, w, y,ai ,ei, ui ,iu, ic,ü ,un, an, en, ang, eng ing Ong)

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
2Greetings and Introduction Str and Lis Tening SpeakingSub-strand 15

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

a) discriminate initial and final sounds in Chinese syllables

1. Why is correct articulation of words important communication?

- listen and repeat saying initials and finals from a recording (z, c, s, zh, Ch, s", r, w, y,ai ,ei, ui ,iu, ic,ü ,un, an, en, ang, eng ing Ong)

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
3Greetings and Introduction Str and Lis Tening SpeakingSub-strand 15

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

a) compose simple sentences on various

1. Why is correct articulation of words important communication?

- listen and repeat saying initials and finals from a recording (z, c, s, zh, Ch, s", r, w, y,ai ,ei, ui ,iu, ic,ü ,un, an, en, ang, eng ing Ong)

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
4Greetings and Introduction Str and Lis Tening SpeakingSub-strand 15

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

a) compose simple sentences on various

1. Why is correct articulation of words important communication?

- identify initials and finals from the given syllables and say them introduce themselves with the correct tones (hello+ name +age+ gender i.e. listen to an introduction of a friend and respond to the questions ELILIftZZ-7-? take turns introducing their friend by their name, age and gender (e.g. Enq......o )

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
5Greetings and Introduction Str and Lis Tening SpeakingSub-strand 15

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

a) exhibit confidence in manipulating sounds in spoken language

1. Why is correct articulation of words important communication?

- identify initials and finals from the given syllables and say them introduce themselves with the correct tones (hello+ name +age+ gender i.e. listen to an introduction of a friend and respond to the questions ELILIftZZ-7-? take turns introducing their friend by their name, age and gender (e.g. Enq......o )

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
21Greetings and Introduction Str and Lis Tening SpeakingSub-strand 15

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

a) exhibit confidence in manipulating sounds in spoken language

1. Why is correct articulation of words important communication?

- identify initials and finals from the given syllables and say them introduce themselves with the correct tones (hello+ name +age+ gender i.e. listen to an introduction of a friend and respond to the questions ELILIftZZ-7-? take turns introducing their friend by their name, age and gender (e.g. Enq......o )

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
2Greetings and Introduction Str and Lis Tening SpeakingSub-strand 15

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

a) exhibit confidence in manipulating sounds in spoken language

1. Why is correct articulation of words important communication?

- identify initials and finals from the given syllables and say them introduce themselves with the correct tones (hello+ name +age+ gender i.e. listen to an introduction of a friend and respond to the questions ELILIftZZ-7-? take turns introducing their friend by their name, age and gender (e.g. Enq......o )

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
3Listening and SpeakingPhonol ogical Awareness-

1. What strategies can you use to apply new words effectively?

- listen to a group of words and indicate rhyming and non

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
4Listening and SpeakingPhonol ogical Awareness-

1. What strategies can you use to apply new words effectively?

- listen to a group of words and indicate rhyming and non

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
5Listening and SpeakingPhonol ogical Awareness-

1. What strategies can you use to apply new words effectively?

- rhyming words cooperative Iy, repeat saying the group of words that rhyme aloud, create new words and phrases from the initials, finals and tones given, repeat the vocabulrary related to nuclear family members from a recording, use vocabulary acquired to introduce different family members using simple sentences (e.g. ask and respond to questions on the titles and names of their nuclear family members in tums (e.g. ?äUHwq......), research the similarities and differences in the family units in Kenya and China and

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
31Listening and SpeakingImitative Speaking

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

a) identify key

b) words

c) from

d) oral

e) texts in

f) varied

g) contexts

h) apply

1. Why is it important to articulate words clearly and co rrectly?

- listen and repeat saying simple words and sentences related to various meals of the day use pictures of the different times of the day to say what they eat at the given times say out a tongue twister on food (AZNj "j) with the appropriate intonation and stress patterns collaboratively, combine different food items from the list provided to make a healthy meal and form simple sentences bring pictures/ images/ drawings of their favourite meals and talk about them in tums

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
2Listening and SpeakingImitative Speaking

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

a) intonation and

b) stress

c) pattems in

d) spoken

e) language to

f) convey

g) meamng

h) exhibit

1. Why is it important to articulate words clearly and co rrectly?

- listen and repeat saying simple words and sentences related to various meals of the day use pictures of the different times of the day to say what they eat at the given times say out a tongue twister on food (AZNj "j) with the appropriate intonation and stress patterns collaboratively, combine different food items from the list provided to make a healthy meal and form simple sentences bring pictures/ images/ drawings of their favourite meals and talk about them in tums

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
3Listening and SpeakingImitative Speaking

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

a) interest in

b) using

c) intonation and

d) stress

e) pattems

f) appropriately

g) during

h) oral

i) interactions

1. strategies can one use to imprcwe clarity when speaking?

- listen and repeat saying simple words and sentences related to various meals of the day use pictures of the different times of the day to say what they eat at the given times say out a tongue twister on food (AZNj "j) with the appropriate intonation and stress patterns collaboratively, combine different food items from the list provided to make a healthy meal and form simple sentences bring pictures/ images/ drawings of their favourite meals and talk about them in tums

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
4Listening and SpeakingImitative Speaking

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

a) interactions

1. strategies can one use to imprcwe clarity when speaking?

- listen and repeat saying simple words and sentences related to various meals of the day use pictures of the different times of the day to say what they eat at the given times say out a tongue twister on food (AZNj "j) with the appropriate intonation and stress patterns collaboratively, combine different food items from the list provided to make a healthy meal and form simple sentences bring pictures/ images/ drawings of their favourite meals and talk about them in tums

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
5Listening and SpeakingSub-strand 27

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

a) identify vocabulary related to the

1. How do you pick out the main ideas from a listening text?

- listen to an audio recording and repeat words related to parts of the body listen to names of parts of the body and match them to their appropriate functions collaboratively (e.g. Uetc.), sing along to the body parts Myng ( y) using the appropriate gestures with peers, listen as their peers mention the functions of different body parts and point out the part of the body related to it, listen to a riddle on the use of different body parts and solve it (e.g. discuss the importance of different 13

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
Official KICD Syllabus

Grade 5 Mandarin Strands and Sub-strands (Full Curriculum)

Explore the complete curriculum designs for Grade 5 Mandarin. Includes specific learning outcomes (SLOs), key inquiry questions (KIQs), learning experiences, and teaching resources.

1
Strand 1.0

Greetings and Introduction Str and Lis Tening Speaking

1 Sub-strand6 Lessons

1.1 Sub-strand 15

Term 16 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • discriminate initial and final sounds in Chinese syllables
  • compose simple sentences on various
  • exhibit confidence in manipulating sounds in spoken language
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Why is correct articulation of words important communication?
Suggested Experiences
  • listen and repeat saying initials and finals from a recording (z, c, s, zh, Ch, s", r, w, y,ai ,ei, ui ,iu, ic,ü ,un, an, en, ang, eng ing Ong)
  • identify initials and finals from the given syllables and say them introduce themselves with the correct tones (hello+ name +age+ gender i.e. listen to an introduction of a friend and respond to the questions ELILIftZZ-7-? take turns introducing their friend by their name, age and gender (e.g. Enq......o )
Teaching Resources

Approved course books, concrete realia, charts, manipulatives & digital devices.

2
Strand 2.0

Listening and Speaking

4 Sub-strands15 Lessons

2.1 Phonol ogical Awareness

Term 13 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

Demonstrate understanding, skills and core competencies in Phonol ogical Awareness.

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • What strategies can you use to apply new words effectively?
Suggested Experiences
  • listen to a group of words and indicate rhyming and non
  • rhyming words cooperative Iy, repeat saying the group of words that rhyme aloud, create new words and phrases from the initials, finals and tones given, repeat the vocabulrary related to nuclear family members from a recording, use vocabulary acquired to introduce different family members using simple sentences (e.g. ask and respond to questions on the titles and names of their nuclear family members in tums (e.g. ?äUHwq......), research the similarities and differences in the family units in Kenya and China and
Teaching Resources

Approved course books, concrete realia, charts, manipulatives & digital devices.

2.2 Imitative Speaking

Term 13 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • identify key
  • words
  • from
  • oral
  • texts in
  • varied
  • contexts
  • apply
  • intonation and
  • stress
  • pattems in
  • spoken
  • language to
  • convey
  • meamng
  • exhibit
  • interest in
  • using
  • intonation and
  • stress
  • pattems
  • appropriately
  • during
  • oral
  • interactions
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • I. Why is it important to articulate words clearly and co rrectly?
  • strategies can one use to imprcwe clarity when speaking?
Suggested Experiences
  • listen and repeat saying simple words and sentences related to various meals of the day use pictures of the different times of the day to say what they eat at the given times say out a tongue twister on food (AZNj "j) with the appropriate intonation and stress patterns collaboratively, combine different food items from the list provided to make a healthy meal and form simple sentences bring pictures/ images/ drawings of their favourite meals and talk about them in tums
Teaching Resources

Approved course books, concrete realia, charts, manipulatives & digital devices.

2.3 Sub-strand 27

Term 16 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • identify vocabulary related to the
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How do you pick out the main ideas from a listening text?
  • listening texts, Compreh ension b) determine the key information in varied oral presentations, c) exhibit interest in listening to texts for?
Suggested Experiences
  • listen to an audio recording and repeat words related to parts of the body listen to names of parts of the body and match them to their appropriate functions collaboratively (e.g. Uetc.), sing along to the body parts Myng ( y) using the appropriate gestures with peers, listen as their peers mention the functions of different body parts and point out the part of the body related to it, listen to a riddle on the use of different body parts and solve it (e.g. discuss the importance of different 13
Teaching Resources

Approved course books, concrete realia, charts, manipulatives & digital devices.

2.4 Listening for

Term 13 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

Demonstrate understanding, skills and core competencies in Listening for.

Teaching Resources

Approved course books, concrete realia, charts, manipulatives & digital devices.

3
Strand 3.0

My Surroundings

1 Sub-strand3 Lessons

3.1 Phonological Awareness

Term 13 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

Demonstrate understanding, skills and core competencies in Phonological Awareness.

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How do you communicate clearly in Mandarin Chinese ?
Suggested Experiences
  • Outcomes By the end of the Sub Strand, The learner is guided to: the leamer should be able to: a) b) c) distinguish the different Mandarin tones from oral presentati ons
  • make simple descriptions in an orgam sed and coherent manner, acknowledge the importance o f tone discrimination in enhancing Mandarin profic iency. listen and repeat saying aloud the names of the learning areas offered school with the correct tones ikih), listen and match vocabulary related to classroom stationery,'items with the correct tones describe the colours of the various classroom stationery/ items displayed in tums (e.g
Teaching Resources

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4
Strand 4.0

Time Strand Listening Speaking

1 Sub-strand6 Lessons

4.1 Sub-strand 21

Term 16 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

Demonstrate understanding, skills and core competencies in Sub-strand 21.

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How can you enhance your imitative speaking skllls?
  • a) b) c) identify key words, and phrases in listening texts, pronounce words with the correct speed, intonation and rhythm , appreciate the importance of imitation in fosteri ng acc urate pronunciation?
Suggested Experiences
  • The leamer is guided to: listen and repeat saying verbs related to activities carried out at different moments of the day ( E say words related to moments of the day aloud listen and repeat a chant on my day (iütJ¯k) with the correct tones, speed, intonation and match various activities to the appropriate moments of the day collaboratively use pictures/drawings to describe the daily activities they undertake at
Teaching Resources

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5
Strand 5.0

Listening Speaking

1 Sub-strand6 Lessons

5.1 Sub-strand 31

Term 16 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • recall vocabulary in a given theme from oral texts
  • summarise the key ideas in a concise and coherent manner
  • develop interest in understanding the core message in oral texts for
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • What s trategies can you use to become a good?
Suggested Experiences
  • The leamer is guided to: listen to an audio clip with prepositions and repeat saying them aloud Fii&. listen to a song on different classroom R Y) and sing along with peers, listen to a simple narration on locations of different items, things or people in their classroom and rephrase where they can be found collaboratively
  • make use of .....XE%JL? to ask and respond to questions on the location of different items in their classroom in turns
  • use the vocabulary acquired to build a word pyramid collaboratively e. g. 17
Teaching Resources

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6
Strand 6.0

Reading

8 Sub-strands20 Lessons

6.1 Reading

Term 12 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • distinguish Chinese tones in monosyllabic
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Why are pauses important when reading aloud?
  • (pawses and disyllabic expression) b) use appropriate pauses and express' on m reading for fluency, c) appreciate the importance of pauses when reading a loud?
Suggested Experiences
  • read out pinyin words on greetings and selfintroduction using the correct tone ft-a. 53B, match personal pronouns with the correct corresponding images and read them out utu. team up with peers to rearrange jumbled up sentences on greetings and introduction and read them aloud
  • read out texts about simple introductions of self and others (name, age, gender) paying attention to punctuation marks and respond to the questions ( , collabo ratively, research online and offline the differences and similarities of punctuation marks in English and Chinese and share their find' s
Teaching Resources

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6.2 Reading

Term 12 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

Demonstrate understanding, skills and core competencies in Reading.

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Questio s How can you Improve your fluency when reading ?
Suggested Experiences
  • The leamer is guided to: listen to a recording and give the meaning of the vocabulary based on the context in which they are used
  • use the vocabulary and expressions on classroom stationary or items to construct simple sentences in tums
  • read simple sentences on the various leaming areas in their school with the correct pronunciation in turns
  • read out a simple text on descriptions of items found in the classroom using colour and respond to the given questions (e.g. read simple sentences about their most enpyable leaming areas in tums read simple texts of their liking to their peers to refine their reading skills and receive feedback. 25
Teaching Resources

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6.3 Sub-strand 41

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

Demonstrate understanding, skills and core competencies in Sub-strand 41.

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How can you ensure effective oral expression when reading aloud?
  • a) b) c) replicate key expressions and phrases in Chinese, apply appropriate tone and volume when reading texts, exhibit interest m reading texts aloud for profic iency?
Suggested Experiences
  • listen and repeat reading verbs related to activities done during different moments of the day ( fifWV), match names of moments of the day with their English meaning and read them out in turns, listen and repeat reading sentences on the moments of the day collaboratively read simple sentences and sequence the activities given in relation to the appropriate moment of the day
  • read a simple text on moments of the day and answer the given questicms
  • discuss the essence of proper scheduling of activities in the day with peers for managmg their time. 27
Teaching Resources

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6.4 Guided Reading

Term 22 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

Demonstrate understanding, skills and core competencies in Guided Reading.

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Qu estio s What clues can help you comprehend a a) b) c) recite key words, expressions and phrases in simple texts, summarise the main idea of a text through oral reading, show awareness of the importance of correct articulation when reading texts?
Suggested Experiences
  • The leamer is guided to: take turns reciting vocabulary related to hobbies and interests etc.) , recite a simple Byem related to hobbies and interests with peers
  • read a simple passage and rephrase the main idea using their own words, match the given titles to their appropriate texts that summarises their content, role-play a dialogue about hobbies and interests with peers explore how hobbies and interests can be used as a platform to raise awareness and advocate for various causes. 29
Teaching Resources

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6.5 Guided Reading

Term 22 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • articulate words clearly while reading aloud
  • express tone and mood effectively through voca I intonation
  • exhibit interest in reading through engagmg vocal express Ion. THEME 6: FOODS AND DRINKS
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How can we convey emotions and mood when reading aloud?
  • identify the food items that don't belong in the category given based on the time they are eaten (fruit, vegetable, meat, drink, main dish) read a short dialogue on food items and moments of the day with the appropriate vocal intonation, distinguish healthy and unhealthy diets based on the food items given in the picture. 31?
Suggested Experiences
  • recite a tongue twister related to food aloud, focusing on clear articulation of the sounds collaboratively
  • take tums to read aloud vocabulary related to different times of the day and food items eaten at different meal times . vgtii. * read the short excerpts and collaboratively
Teaching Resources

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6.6 Guided Reading

Term 22 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

Demonstrate understanding, skills and core competencies in Guided Reading.

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Qu estio s techniques can you use to better understand a text ?
Suggested Experiences
  • identify and interpret vocabulary related to parts of the body as used in the context (e.g. etc.)
  • read a text and record the new words and phrases encountered
  • use the new words to create sentences and read them out for peer feedback
  • read texts about functions of the body and answer simple questions
  • take tums asking each other comprehension questions about the given text, create a word wall to display vocabulary words they encounter in texts by providing definitions and example sentences collaboratively
Teaching Resources

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6.7 Guided Reading

Term 22 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • identify key words and phrases from varied
  • articulate key words, phrases and sentences clearly when reading
  • appreciate the importance of correct pronunciation in
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How do you read confidently ?
Suggested Experiences
  • The leamer is guided to: read out words and phrases related to weather patterns from word charts (e.g. 'intiän ) , chant out phrases and sentences related to weather pattern from the given text work collaboratively to read aloud the text about the description of different weather patterns for feedback from peers take turns to match pictures and corresponding weather patterns by rotating a weather display wheel then read them out
  • read and answer questions on weather patterns collaboratively (e.g. 35
Teaching Resources

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6.8 Reading

Term 22 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • identify key w Ords and phrases while reading aloud
  • apply punctuation pauses while reading texts for clarity
  • acknowledge the i mportance of observing punctuation marks when reading al oud
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • uestio s Why is it important to pay attention to punctuation marks when reading?
Suggested Experiences
  • look at pictures of common items or things in the classroom and read their correct name read out the location of different classroom items or things using the correct prepositicm ( read out the location of the items or things placed in different parts of the class as their peers locate them record reading passages on the location of common items, things or people in the classroom and observe punctuation pauses for self-
Teaching Resources

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7
Strand 7.0

W R Iting

4 Sub-strands24 Lessons

7.1 Guided Wr iting

Term 26 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

Demonstrate understanding, skills and core competencies in Guided Wr iting.

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Questio s What is the importance o f correct spelling in written texts?
  • a) b) c) list words and phrases with the correct spelling, apply spelling accuracy in varied written texts, appreciate the importance of correct spelling in writing?
Suggested Experiences
  • The leamer is guided to: listen to a dictation and write down the words with the correct pinyin, listen to an audio ofa set of syllables and choose the correct one (tä. ni. ni. ni) work jointly to brainstorm and list common words used m texts on the introduction of self and others (hello+ name +age+ gender), indicate whether the words in the sentences provided about introduction of self and others are spelt correctly, comm
  • se short passages introducing self and others (name +age+ gender) with the correct spelling ( e.g
Teaching Resources

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7.2 Guided Wr iting

Term 26 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • write simple sentences with the correct order
  • apply punctuation appropriately in writing
  • appreciate the importance of writing clearly
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • estio s How can you writing?
Suggested Experiences
  • The leamer is guided to: use the given words to form correct sentences related to nuclear family members (@-Æ f write simple sentences introducing their nuclear family members with the correct word order collaborate with peers to research online or offline and list down the common punctuation marks used in Chinese writing(e.g. GJYnil}! etc.), team up with peers to write sentences and use these punctuation marks appropriate Iy, answer simple question related to nuclear family members applying correct word order and punctuation, compare and contrast nuclear family members in Kenya and China and s hare the findin With 43
Teaching Resources

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7.3 Guided Writing

Term 26 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

Demonstrate understanding, skills and core competencies in Guided Writing.

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Questi s Why should we a) b) c) list key words and phrases according to the context, compose texts using neat and legible handwriting, underscore the importance of writing words clearly for commun icati on. write words related to classroom items from a write clearly?
  • fill in blanks with the appropriate location words in the given sentences ( use the prepositions to coml»se simple draw a map and label the directions of different places using legible handwriting to help with navigation in the school, write simple descriptions on locations of different items, things or people in their classroom collaboratively, share their writings with peers for critique, collaborate with peers to discuss how clear labelling of different places or locations enhances safety in the?
Suggested Experiences
  • learner is guided to:
Teaching Resources

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7.4 Sub-strand 75

Term 26 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • areas skills for the CSL activity
  • Identify resources required for the activity (locally available materials) 2) Stagger the activities across the term (set dates and time for the activities) Communicate to learners, parents/caregivers/guardians, school administration, teachers and other relevant stakeholders in the school community Identify and develop assessment tools Implementation CSL Activity Assign roles to learners Ensure every leamer actively participates in the activity Observe learners as they carry out the CSL activity and record feedback Use an appropriate assessment tool to assess both the process and the product (Assess learner's work from the beginning to the end product) Assess the targeted core competencies, values and subject skills 61
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8
Strand 8.0

Writing

6 Sub-strands36 Lessons

8.1 Guided Wr iting

Term 26 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

Demonstrate understanding, skills and core competencies in Guided Wr iting.

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Questi s How do you I mprove your descriptive writing skills?
  • a) b) c) list words, phrases and expressions with the correct write simple descriptions on a variety of topics, develop a love for writing Chinese listen to a recording and place the correct tone on the words and phrases given work together to look at pictures/models of classroom items and label them correctly (e -g. qiänbi. riång)i chizi. shü. mfihéibän etc.), circle the correct names of colours in a word search with peers (e.g. höng kin 10 sé. chéngsé. sé etc.), use the given pictures to write simple descriptions on the colours of classroom items (e.g. Zhé shi höngsé de bi, Wö de bäo shi héisé de.) , create a mood board with descriptions about the colour of items found in their class 45?
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8.2 Guided Wr iting

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • explain the meaning of vocabulary used in
  • apply acquired vocabulary to sentences in varied contexts
  • appreciate the importance of Ising urabulary to writing
Suggested Experiences
  • read simple sentences on activities undertaken at different times of the and give the meaning of the underlined words from the context, match words and phrases related to moments of the day * ± ) to their meaning, work collaboratively to use dictionaries or online resources to look up the meaning of words in the given texts
  • use the identified words to construct simple sentences, rearrange scrambled up words and sentences to write correct sentences with lwers , 47 Suggested Inquiry uestion s What strategies can you use to vocabulary?
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8.3 Guided Writing

Term 36 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • identify vocabulary related to the theme from texts
  • organise ideas and views in coherent paragraphs
  • value the of01der while writing for clarity of express Ion. THEME S: FUN AND ENJOYMENT
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Questi s How do you orgamse your writing for clarity of?
Suggested Experiences
  • read short paragraphs and list down vocabulary related to hobbies and interests look at the displayed pictures and create word maps of the vocabulary with peers, play a game of charades as Ewers guess the hobbies and interests portrayed, construct simple and short paragraphs on what they like and don 't like doing for enjoyment and fun (e.g. create a mood board with descriptions of their preferred hobbies and interests
  • discuss the importance of engaging in hobbies and interests with 49
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8.4 Guided Writing

Term 36 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • list down nouns in varied contexts
  • use appropriate sentence structures to convey meamng effectively in writing
  • exhibit confidence in using a variety of sentence structures m writing
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How can vary Ing I mprove your writing?
Suggested Experiences
  • The leamer is guided to: listen to a recording and write down a list of food items eaten at different meal times -xtü . look at a list of words in a crossword puzzle and circle out nouns, then use them to write simple sentences, work with peers to rearrange the words and phrases provided to make correct sentences
  • use the sentence starter given to complete the text in a coherent manner
  • make a balanced meal from the list of food items provided in terms of the different times of the day
  • use pictures,'drawings and simple sentences to create a simple description of their favourite dishes, team up with peers to discuss the 51
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8.5 Guided Writing

Term 36 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

Demonstrate understanding, skills and core competencies in Guided Writing.

Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How can writing fluency be enhanc ed?
Suggested Experiences
  • underline names ofbody parts from a list of words collaboratively (e.g. -i. N- -i etc.) , match names of parts of the body with their correct functions from a table (e.g. — trace out characters on parts of the body and their functions following the correct stroke order (6
  • reconstruct a paragraph with missing or scrambled sentences in a logical and work collaboratively to write a simple about parts of the body and their functions, recite the poem for their Ewers to provide feedback, identify the challenges encountered in their writing and propose solutions or strategies to address them collabora 53
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8.6 Guided Writing

Term 36 Lessons
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • make use of familiar and unfamiliar words in writing
  • compose simple descriptive texts about their preferences
  • show interest in writing clearly for effective
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Questi s How can one effectively?
Suggested Experiences
  • work jointly to find the meaning of unfamiliar words using dictionaries online resources
  • compose simple s entences using the vocabulary related to weather pattems (e.g. yrntiän use the pictures depicting the different activities carried out during various weather patterns to write short descriptions, describe the weather using simple sentences choose a weather pattem of their cl»ice and a creative presentation with pictures and Simple descriptions, team up with peeß to observe the weather forecast of their locality for a period and create log with descripticms of the various weather 55
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Grade 5 Mandarin Schemes of Work by Term (1, 2 & 3)

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Term 1 Scheme13 Weeks
  • Greetings and Introduction Str and Lis Tening Speaking
  • Listening and Speaking
  • My Surroundings
  • Time Strand Listening Speaking
  • Listening Speaking
  • Reading
Term 2 Scheme14 Weeks
  • Reading
  • W R Iting
  • Writing
Term 3 Scheme9 Weeks
  • Writing

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What are the main strands in Grade 5 Mandarin?

The official KICD strands for Grade 5 Mandarin are: Greetings and Introduction Str and Lis Tening Speaking, Listening and Speaking, My Surroundings, Time Strand Listening Speaking, Listening Speaking, Reading, W R Iting, Writing. Each strand is broken down into structured sub-strands with specific learning outcomes, inquiry questions, and suggested lesson periods.

Which sub-strands are taught across Term 1, Term 2, and Term 3 in Grade 5 Mandarin?

The curriculum is systematically distributed across all three terms based on Ministry of Education term durations. Term 1 covers foundational strands, Term 2 advances core competencies, and Term 3 focuses on measurement, geometry, application, and revision. Review the curriculum breakdown above for the term-by-term allocation.

Are specific learning outcomes and inquiry questions included in these schemes?

Yes, every lesson in our Grade 5 Mandarin schemes contains exact KICD specific learning outcomes (knowledge, skills, and attitudes), key inquiry questions, learning experiences, and assessment methods.

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