2026 KICD CBC Curriculum Design13 Weeks · 65 Lessons3 Strands in Term 1

Grade 8 Christian Religious Education 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 8 Christian Religious Education Term 1. Free on-page syllabus breakdown with instant export to editable Word (.docx) and PDF.

Grade 8 Christian Religious Education 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 8 Christian Religious Education in Term 1.

Class / Grade
Grade 8
Pre-Primary Level
Learning Area
Christian Religious Education
Core CBC Activity
Term Duration
13 Weeks (65 Lessons)
5 Lessons Per Week
Key Milestones
Mid: Wk 8 · Exam: Wk 13
Ministry of Education 2026
Full Term Timetable

Grade 8 Christian Religious Education Term 1 Scheme of Work Table

Week-by-week lesson matrix with specific learning outcomes, inquiry questions, learning experiences, and assessment methods.

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WkLsnStrandSub-strandSpecific Learning OutcomesKey Inquiry Question(s)Learning ExperiencesLearning ResourcesAssessment MethodsReflection
11CreationOrigin and Consequences of Sin

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

a) identify the origin of sin from the scriptures provided

1. Why is it important to consider the consequences of something before acting?

- brainstorm with peers the meaning of sin according to the creation accounts and share findings in class

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
2CreationOrigin and Consequences of Sin

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

a) identify the origin of sin from the scriptures provided

1. Why is it important to consider the consequences of something before acting?

- search / read about the sins young people are likely to commit today

- read Genesis 3:1-13 and write short notes on the origin of sin

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
3CreationOrigin and Consequences of Sin

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

a) examine the consequences of sin after the fall of man

1. Why is it important to consider the consequences of something before acting?

- read Genesis 3: 14-19, 23, 4:6-12, Genesis 11:1-9 and make notes on the consequences of sin

- discuss the causes of sin among young people today

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
4CreationOrigin and Consequences of Sin

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

a) analyse the causes of sin today

1. Why is it important to consider the consequences of something before acting?

- work with peers to buzz on how to overcome sin/temptations/tempting situations as a young person

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
5CreationOrigin and Consequences of Sin

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

a) discuss moral values and life skills needed to overcome temptations

1. Why is it important to consider the consequences of something before acting?

- brainstorm on moral values and life skills needed to overcome temptations/sin; write the moral values and life skills on charts and display them in class

- make a prayer to God every day for grace to overcome temptations

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
21CreationOrigin and Consequences of Sin

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

a) pray to God to overcome temptations in day-to-day life

1. Why is it important to consider the consequences of something before acting?

- repent whenever they fall into temptation as guided in 1 John 1:9

- write 1 John 1:9 on flashcards and meditate on it

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
2CreationOrigin and Consequences of Sin

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

a) pray to God to overcome temptations in day-to-day life

1. Why is it important to consider the consequences of something before acting?

- write 1 John 1:9 on flashcards and meditate on it

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
3CreationGod’s Plan for Redemption

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

a) describe how God demonstrated His love to humankind after the fall of man

1. Why is God’s redemptive plan important to Christians today?

- in pairs buzz on the meaning of the word, ‘redemption’ and share with the class

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
4CreationGod’s Plan for Redemption

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

a) describe how God demonstrated His love to humankind after the fall of man

1. Why is God’s redemptive plan important to Christians today?

- brainstorm on how God demonstrated his love after the fall of mankind and make short notes

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
5CreationGod’s Plan for Redemption

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

a) examine how God’s plan of salvation is fulfilled through Jesus Christ

1. Why is God’s redemptive plan important to Christians today?

- in turns, read Genesis 3:15; Genesis 12:1-3, Isaiah 53:5-12 Isaiah 63:5, Galatians 1:3-5, Colossians 1:13- 15, 2 Peter 3:9 on God’s plan of salvation and make notes

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
31CreationGod’s Plan for Redemption

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

a) explain the importance of redemption after the fall of man

1. Why is God’s redemptive plan important to Christians today?

- write sensitisation/awareness messages on charts or using a digital device on God’s love and plan of salvation to mankind based on John 3:16

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
2CreationGod’s Plan for Redemption

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

a) take part in sharing the love of God with others

1. Why is God’s redemptive plan important to Christians today?

- in groups discuss the importance of redemption and make a presentation in class

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
3CreationGod’s Plan for Redemption

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

a) appreciate God’s saving grace in their day-to-day life

1. Why is God’s redemptive plan important to Christians today?

- take part in sharing God’s love through acts of mercy at school and in the community

- read Ephesians 1:7 and share their reflections on God’s saving grace

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
4CreationGod’s Plan for Redemption

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

a) appreciate God’s saving grace in their day-to-day life

1. Why is God’s redemptive plan important to Christians today?

- read Ephesians 1:7 and share their reflections on God’s saving grace

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
5The BibleFaith and God’s Promises

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

a) describe the background to the call of Abraham

1. How do you exercise faith in relation to God’s promises?

- read Genesis 11:24-32, 12:1; discuss and make notes for presentation in class

- brainstorm and share with the class the meaning of the word, ‘faith.’

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
Curriculum Design & Content

Grade 8 Christian Religious Education Term 1 Strands and Sub-strands Breakdown

Official KICD curriculum breakdown taught during Term 1 in Grade 8 Christian Religious Education. Includes specific learning outcomes (SLOs), key inquiry questions (KIQs), core learning experiences, and teaching aids.

1
Strand 1.0

Creation

2 Sub-strands12 Lessons in Term 1

1.1 Origin and Consequences of Sin

6 Suggested LessonsTerm 1
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • identify the origin of sin from the scriptures provided
  • examine the consequences of sin after the fall of man
  • analyse the causes of sin today
  • discuss moral values and life skills needed to overcome temptations
  • pray to God to overcome temptations in day-to-day life
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Why is it important to consider the consequences of something before acting?
Learning Experiences
  • brainstorm with peers the meaning of sin according to the creation accounts and share findings in class
  • search / read about the sins young people are likely to commit today
  • read Genesis 3:1-13 and write short notes on the origin of sin
  • read Genesis 3: 14-19, 23, 4:6-12, Genesis 11:1-9 and make notes on the consequences of sin
  • discuss the causes of sin among young people today
  • work with peers to buzz on how to overcome sin/temptations/tempting situations as a young person
  • brainstorm on moral values and life skills needed to overcome temptations/sin; write the moral values and life skills on charts and display them in class
  • make a prayer to God every day for grace to overcome temptations
  • repent whenever they fall into temptation as guided in 1 John 1:9
  • write 1 John 1:9 on flashcards and meditate on it
Teaching Resources

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

1.2 God’s Plan for Redemption

6 Suggested LessonsTerm 1
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • describe how God demonstrated His love to humankind after the fall of man
  • examine how God’s plan of salvation is fulfilled through Jesus Christ
  • explain the importance of redemption after the fall of man
  • take part in sharing the love of God with others
  • appreciate God’s saving grace in their day-to-day life
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Why is God’s redemptive plan important to Christians today?
Learning Experiences
  • in pairs buzz on the meaning of the word, ‘redemption’ and share with the class
  • brainstorm on how God demonstrated his love after the fall of mankind and make short notes
  • in turns, read Genesis 3:15; Genesis 12:1-3, Isaiah 53:5-12 Isaiah 63:5, Galatians 1:3-5, Colossians 1:13- 15, 2 Peter 3:9 on God’s plan of salvation and make notes
  • write sensitisation/awareness messages on charts or using a digital device on God’s love and plan of salvation to mankind based on John 3:16
  • in groups discuss the importance of redemption and make a presentation in class
  • take part in sharing God’s love through acts of mercy at school and in the community
  • read Ephesians 1:7 and share their reflections on God’s saving grace
Teaching Resources

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

2
Strand 2.0

The Bible

3 Sub-strands18 Lessons in Term 1

2.1 Faith and God’s Promises

6 Suggested LessonsTerm 1
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • describe the background to the call of Abraham
  • examine ways Abraham demonstrated faith in God
  • apply faith in different situations as exemplified by Abraham
  • analyse the promises made by God to Abraham and their importance to Christians today
  • apply God’s promises in their day-to-day life
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How do you exercise faith in relation to God’s promises?
Learning Experiences
  • read Genesis 11:24-32, 12:1; discuss and make notes for presentation in class
  • brainstorm and share with the class the meaning of the word, ‘faith.’
  • share experiences of how they exercise faith in God
  • read Hebrews 11:1-6 and make notes in their exercise books or use a digital device
  • brainstorm on how Abraham demonstrated faith in God
  • in turns read and discuss Genesis 12:1-3, 15:1-6; 17:23-26, 21:1-7 and 22:1-14
  • team up to role-play how God tested Abraham’s faith; Genesis 22 1-19
  • develop a weekly journal on how they exercise faith in God
  • brainstorm on the meaning of the word, ‘Promises.’
  • list the promises made by God to Abraham
  • read Genesis 12: 2-3, 15:1- 6, 17:1- 8, 17:15-18 and outline the promises made by God to Abraham for presentation in class
  • discuss the importance of God’s promises to Christians today
  • brainstorm on how to apply God’s promises in day-to-day life
Teaching Resources

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

2.2 Abrahamic Covenant

6 Suggested LessonsTerm 1
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • discuss the meaning of the term ‘covenant’
  • identify covenants in modern life and their importance
  • evaluate characteristics of ungodly covenants today
  • explain the importance of God’s covenant with Abraham
  • outline the importance of circumcision to Abraham and his descendants
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Why is Abrahamic covenant important to Christians today?
Learning Experiences
  • brainstorm the meaning of the term covenant and share findings with the class
  • team up to brainstorm on modern covenants and their importance and make notes
  • read and discuss Genesis 15:1-18 and make a presentation to the class using PowerPoint slides or charts
  • watch a video clip on God’s covenant with Abraham
  • buzz on characteristics of ungodly covenants today
  • search/read scriptures on how to distinguish between godly from ungodly covenants
  • read James 4:7, Mathew 4: 8-10, 1Peter 5:8-9, Mathew 7:15-20 and discuss how to resist/discern ungodly covenants
  • discuss the importance of God’s covenant with Abraham
  • read Genesis 17:1- 14 and make notes
  • discuss the importance of circumcision to Abraham and his descendants
  • buzz on how to apply faith in difficult situations and share findings with the class
Teaching Resources

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

2.3 Leadership in Israel: Saul

6 Suggested LessonsTerm 1
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • discuss reasons for kingship in Israel
  • examine reasons against kingship in Israel according to Prophet Samuel
  • evaluate King Saul’s failures and the consequences
  • deduce lessons learnt from the failures of King Saul
  • desire to be a God-fearing leader at home, school and the community
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • Why did King Saul fail in his leadership?
Learning Experiences
  • brainstorm in small groups reasons why the Israelites demanded for a king
  • read 1 Samuel 8: 1-9 and make short notes
  • conduct an internet or library search on reasons against kingship in Israel
  • read 1 Samuel 8:10-20 and outline reasons against kingship in Israel
  • read and discuss king Saul’s failures and the consequences; 1Samuel 13:8-14, 15:7-25
  • discuss lessons learnt from the failures of King Saul
  • write a journal on how you exercise leadership at home, school and in the community
Teaching Resources

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

3
Strand 3.0

Miracles of Jesus Christ

2 Sub-strands14 Lessons in Term 1

3.1 Healing of Blind Bartimaeus

7 Suggested LessonsTerm 1
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • explain the healing of blind Bartimaeus
  • discuss lessons learnt from the healing of blind Bartimaeus
  • apply lessons learnt when faced with health challenges
  • appreciate the healing power of God in day- to-day life
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How does the healing of Blind Bartimaeus build your faith in God?
Learning Experiences
  • brainstorm on different sicknesses/challenges that face them
  • discuss how they involve God when faced with challenges
  • read Mark 10:46-52 and make notes
  • discuss lessons learnt from the healing of blind Bartimaeus and share findings with the class
  • share personal experiences of how they applied faith in difficult situations
  • write a prayer on healing
  • in groups visit people who are sick /have challenges within the school to encourage and pray for them
Teaching Resources

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

3.2 Calming the Storm

7 Suggested LessonsTerm 1
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • describe the miracle of calming the storm
  • outline lessons learnt from the miracle of calming the storm
  • identify challenges they face in day-to-day life
  • apply lessons learnt to overcome challenges in day- to-day life
  • desire to depend on God when faced with challenges
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How does the miracle of calming the storm relate to challenges facing Christians today?
Learning Experiences
  • brainstorm on the meaning of the word, storm
  • share experiences of challenging situations they have faced either as individuals or family and how they can be overcome
  • read Mark 4:35-41 or watch a movie on calming the storm
  • outline lessons learnt from this miracle and make notes
  • choose a challenging situation affecting young people and role- play it in class (the role-play should also include solutions)
  • compose and sing a song about, overcoming the storms of life
  • write a personal journal on how they depend on God in day-to-day life
  • read and meditate on Psalms 91:1- 6
Teaching Resources

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

Grade 8 Christian Religious Education Full Year Strands (Terms 1, 2 & 3)

Complete annual curriculum scope for Grade 8 Christian Religious Education showing the term-by-term distribution of all 6 strands.

Term 1Current
  • Creation
  • The Bible
  • Miracles of Jesus Christ
  • Miracles of Jesus Christ
  • Teachings of Jesus Christ
  • The Church
  • Christian Living Today
  • Christian Living Today

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Help & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Grade 8 Christian Religious Education Term 1

What strands and sub-strands are covered in Grade 8 Christian Religious Education Term 1?

In Term 1, Grade 8 Christian Religious Education covers the following main strands: Creation, The Bible, Miracles of Jesus Christ. 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 8 Christian Religious Education 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 8 Christian Religious Education 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.