Grade 9 Creative Arts & Sports Strands, Sub-strands & Schemes of Work (2026)

• What are the career opportunities related to Creative Arts and Sports?

• research, using digital devices or print material, to identify and discuss careers in Creative Arts and Sports
• interact with actual or virtual Creative Arts spaces (theatre, recording studio, festivals, galleries, fine arts studios, workshops, exhibitions, cultural and sports centres) to observe roles performed by the personnel
• watch videos/recording of entrepreneurial opportunities in Creative Arts and Sports
• discuss to identify different entrepreneurial opportunities in Creative Arts and Sports
• acknowledge own and others’ talents and areas of career interest in Creative Arts and Sports

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• How does one create harmony pictorial composition?
• Why should athletes avoid performance enhancers to develop physical fitness?
• Why is note extension important in music notation?

• watch actual or virtual play performance to identify the elements of a play
• discuss the basic elements of a play
• observe actual or virtual activities of fitness that show power and reaction time in physical fitness
• demonstrate fitness exercises that enhance power and reaction time
• practise activities that enhance power and reaction time using music
• draw the grand stave and name lines and spaces
• draw the piano keyboard and relate to the grand stave
• construct the scale of F major on both treble and bass staff

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• ● Field visits - visiting Cultural, Art, Music centres and performing theatres, to learn folk songs, folk dances, musical instruments, verses, skits and narrative, Art work. Attend live performances?

• Portfolio Assessment: Compilation of individual and group work
• Individual Reflections and Self-Assessment: Personal understanding and growth
• Group Presentation and Panel Discussion: Comprehensive

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• for basic analysis. ● Apprenticeship - connections with artists, athletes and sportsmen in the community, learning from the example of older people or instrumentalists in all disciplines of Performing Arts, Visual Arts and Sports. ● Concerts – Participating in and attending music or drama concerts within the school and its environs. ● Project work – The learners will be guided to consider the various PCIs provided in the subjects in Grade 7 and choose one suitable to their context and reality. ● Music, Art, Sports and Drama clubs - participating in Music, Art, Sports and Drama club activities within the school ● Sports Mini Tournaments?

• understanding and ability to articulate concepts
• Interactive Classroom Display Walkthrough: Application of knowledge in a real- world context
• Individual Written test: Mastery of theoretical concepts
• Peer Review and Feedback: Collaboration, communication, and constructive feedback
• Practical Demonstrations: Application of skills in physical activities
• Observation Checklist: Coordination, teamwork, and engagement
• Creative Expression Assessment: Expression of creativity in arts and performance
• Final Project Evaluation Rubric: Holistic assessment

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• Why is colour classification important in painting?
• How does the colour affect the mood?

• observe pictures to review texture and colour; and discuss unity/harmony
• paint a colour wheel to classify analogous colours
• paint line strip using a pair of analogous colours to study colour harmony
• research to sketch a composition inspired by the surrounding; a sea scape or landscape
• paint a thin wash using the brush stroke technique to create a background
• paint the scenery composition to express texture and colour harmony/unity
• collaboratively, display scenery composition in a working portfolio for peer feedback

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• How can various note combinations be used to form rhythms in simple time?
• How can one improvise accompaniment patterns for Sports?

• listen to, sing or play tunes involving dotted notes to outline effects of note extension in rhythmic patterns, 4
• beat time to familiar tunes in 4 time considering the crochet as principle beat, accented and weak beats
• group notes of given two-bar rhythmic patterns involving 4 dotted notes in time, 4
• orally compose 4-bar rhythmic patterns involving dotted notes and their corresponding rests, in 4 time and write on monotone, 4
• write rhythmic patterns from dictation
• sight read two-bar rhythms 4 involving dotted notes in time 4 using French rhythm names
• play two-part and imitative 4 rhythmic patterns in time, 4 using body percussion and percussion instruments
• improvise rhythmic patterns to given tunes with rhythms 4 involving dotted notes in time, 4
• make a portfolio of all rhythmic patterns explored

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• How has long distance running benefitted Kenya?
• Why is it important to follow the phases of jumping in triple jump?
• How can mosaic pictorial composition be used to improve the environment?

• observe a live or virtual performance of Triple jump to identify the phases
• demonstrate the approach, take off, flight and landing phases in Triple jump
• practise triple jump skills in athletics
• practise technique used in long distance running while observing safety
• observe others’ performance in Triple jump and long distance running skills and give feedback
• collaboratively, play games or engage in athletic events where the skills and techniques in Triple jump and long distance running
• source for actual and virtual samples of mosaic work to analyse characteristics with focus on; mono media and spacing of materials
• collect and prepare materials and tools for creating a mosaic focusing on material, support, and adhesive
• sketched based on the theme “athletics” on the support
• collaboratively, make the mosaic composition with emphasis on; spacing of materials and colour contrast (material vs support)
• display and talk about own and others' mosaic composition and athletic skills

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• How can a melody be made interesting?

• sing familiar tunes and discuss how variation has been achieved in the different phrases of the melody
• perform the scale of F major and its tonic arpeggio
• write a 2-bar answering phrase in F major which is a variation of the given 4 opening phrase in time, 4
• improvise 2-bar opening phrases with variation in pitches to given answering 4 phrases in time and F major, 4
• create a four-bar melody in F major and 4 in time with varied phrases observing 4 integrity
• add phrase marks to the four-bar composed melodies indicating dynamics as loud for one phrase and soft for the other
• sight read the melodies composed by self and others
• listen to melodies written by self and others and give feedback

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• What are the best ways to advance a ball in a game of Rugby?

• watch a live, or virtual Rugby game to identify passes and kicks
• demonstrate passing skills in Rugby
• practise the spin, pop and basic passes in Rugby
• demonstrate kicking skills in Rugby
• practise the drop and place kick techniques in Rugby
• use the skills of passing and kicking to play a modified game in Rugby while observing the rules of the game and safety

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• Which are the ethical issues to consider in photography?

• observe virtual and actual samples of photographs to analyse the bird’s, normal and worm’s viewpoints
• research/take a field walk to explore and identify scenic point in the surroundings
• take photographs inspired by the environment to showcase beautiful scenes in our country (Kenya) focusing on; varied scene and viewpoints
• select and store the photographs in an e folder to make a still/slide presentation
• make a presentation for own reflection and peer feedback in a just manner

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• What is the importance of applying technique when playing instrumental music?

• read, and interpret fingering charts to play the notes of F major scale
• play the scale of F Major ascending and descending on staff notation
• play simple melodies in the scale of F major on staff notation
• watch actual or virtual instrumental tutorials to demonstrate and explain techniques of pinching on a descant recorder
• explore actual or virtual demonstrations of playing techniques of descant recorder to explain performance directions for dynamics crescendo and diminuendo, 4
• play simple melodies in time, and in 4 F major observing performance directions for dynamics
• use digital devices responsibly to record performances for future reference

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• How can a play performance be made believable to an audience?
• Why is it important to decorate props to be used for performance?

• read a sample play to identify the format of a script
• brainstorm, in groups, an idea for a short play
• create a short play script using the play elements
• select relevant prop(s), costumes and music for the play performance
• perform vocal and physical warm up activities in preparation for play performance
• rehearse a role in the play (paying attention to use of voice, body, movement, space, use of props, music, and costume)
• perform a role in a play performance before an audience
• record experiences in a journal

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• How can a poster be made an effective means of communicating?
• Why is it important to combine passing and dribbling in Basketball?

• watch a live or virtual Basketball game and identify the passing and dribbling skills in Basketball
• demonstrate the overhead, bounce and chest passes in Basketball
• demonstrate high and low dribbling in Basketball
• practise passing and dribbling skills while observing safety
• research to examine actual or virtual samples of a logo
• design a logo for a basketball team, name/letter combination
• apply the skills learnt in Basketball in a mini-Basketball game in teams displaying the team logos
• display the logo around the basketball pitch for appreciation

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• Why is clay the preferred material for pottery?
• How is a fabric woven?

• study pottery items from actual and virtual sources and analyse coil technique
• source clay and prepare clay by removing impurities, drying, kneading and wedging
• make coils of uniform thickness
• join clay coils to form a vessel
• smoothen the inside and outside of the vessel
• decorate the slightly dry vessel by incising and dry under shade
• collaboratively fire the completely dry vessel using an open pit kiln
• explore actual and virtual resources to study making a frame loom and 2/1 twill weaves
• collaboratively, make a wooden mitre joint frame loom, (equal spacing of nails)
• secure the warps on the loom and interlace the wefts using 2/1 twill techniques to weave a fabric
• display and talk about own and peers’ articles

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• How can swimming skills be performed safely?
• Why is synchrony important in butterfly stroke?

• watch a live or virtual demonstration to identify the standing dive and butterfly stroke
• demonstrate the phases of standing dive
• practise standing dive while observing safety
• demonstrate the phases of butterfly stroke
• practise the butterfly stroke while observing safety and coordination
• practise combination of standing dive and butterfly stroke

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• How do indigenous board games enhance mental relaxation?
• Why are board games considered an indigenous game?
• Below Expectation Describes 4 or less aspects of creating and performing in Creative Arts and Sports leaving out major details. Creates 6 or less items in Creative Arts and Sports. Below Expectation Performs 11 or less items in Creative Arts and Sports with flaws and/or inconsistencies?

• watch a virtual or live demonstration of indigenous board games and identify the skills observed in the games
• demonstrate indigenous board game skills while observing safety
• practice skills in different indigenous board games while observing safety
• play games using different indigenous board games with background musical rhythm. Approaches Expectation Describes 5-9 aspects of creating and performing in Creative Arts and Sports leaving out minor details. Creates 7-11 items in Creative Arts and Sports. Approaches Expectation Performs 12-24 items in Creative Arts and Sports with minor flaws and/or inconsistencies

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• Why is analysis an important skill in Creative Arts and Sports?
• How can analysis of creative arts and sports enhance creativity?
• Below Expectation Examines the criteria for evaluating 2 or less areas in Creative Arts and Sports Analyses less than 2 or less performances or pieces in Creative Arts and Sports. NON-FORMAL ACTIVITIES?

• research on the criteria for evaluating a play
• analyse a given play performance to evaluate theme, setting, conflict, resolution, use of voice, use of body movement, internalisation, audience involvement, props, costume, overall impression
• discuss ethical issues in Sports (Anti-doping)
• research on how to analyse a solo vocal piece of music
• listen to and analyse a solo vocal piece of music
• visit community/online galleries/to see and analyse artworks
• create a catalogue of the exhibited artworks
• discuss to reflect on the work of art for inspiration and mentorship
• discuss ethical issues in Creative Arts. Approaches Expectation Examines the criteria for evaluating 3-4 areas in Creative Arts and Sports. Analyses 3 to 5 performances or pieces in Creative Arts and Sports

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• 3.0 Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports
• Criteria Interpretation
• Brainstorming Session: Ability to interpret and discuss criteria for evaluating different categories. Assess their understanding and ability to articulate evaluation criteria
• Performance Analysis: Reflective analysis of selected Creative Arts and Sports performances. (Folksong, Football game, Storytelling performances)
• Group Analysis and Presentation: Collaborative analysis and presentation skills. Assess their collaborative skills and the depth of their understanding
• Critical Judgement Essays: Critical analysis and judgement in written form providing critical judgement on specific Creative Arts and Sports categories. Peer Review and Feedback

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• Hosting a mini tournament where learners form teams and compete in friendly matches. learners can learn and practise the basics, engage in skill- building drills, developing sportsmanship, teamwork, and fair play. ● Creative Arts Exhibition?

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• Plan a creative arts exhibition where learners showcase their artistic talents. This can include displaying paintings, drawings, sculptures, and other visual arts creations. Incorporate a small stage for musical performances and dance?

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• displays. ● School assembly activities – performing, watching or listening to performances during school assemblies. ● School events: performing during events such as parents, prize giving, career and sports day among others?

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• ● Scout/Girl guide activities - participating in the school band by playing musical instruments. ● Performing troupes or ensembles- Learner form small groups for performance. ● Festivals/Inter -house/class competitions- performing and learning from art, music, dance, theatre and sports competitions held in and out of school. ● Participating during Cultural day/week- learners acquire skills, knowledge and attitude that enhances awareness on how Creative Arts and Sports address social issues. ?

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