2026 KICD CBC Curriculum Design9 Weeks · 45 Lessons4 Strands in Term 3

Grade 9 Creative Arts & Sports Schemes of Work & Strands (Term 3 2026)

Comprehensive curriculum designs, strands, sub-strands, specific learning outcomes, inquiry questions, and editable schemes of work for Grade 9 Creative Arts & Sports Term 3. Free on-page syllabus breakdown with instant export to editable Word (.docx) and PDF.

Grade 9 Creative Arts & Sports Term 3 Curriculum Overview

Summary of syllabus requirements, weekly distribution, key milestones, and course books approved by the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) for Grade 9 Creative Arts & Sports in Term 3.

Class / Grade
Grade 9
Pre-Primary Level
Learning Area
Creative Arts & Sports
Core CBC Activity
Term Duration
9 Weeks (45 Lessons)
5 Lessons Per Week
Key Milestones
Mid: Wk 5 · Exam: Wk 9
Ministry of Education 2026
Full Term Timetable

Grade 9 Creative Arts & Sports Term 3 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
11Creating and PerformingSwimming

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

a) describe the body position in standing dive and butterfly stroke in swimming

1. How can swimming skills be performed safely?

- watch a live or virtual demonstration to identify the standing dive and butterfly stroke

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
2Creating and PerformingSwimming

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

a) describe the body position in standing dive and butterfly stroke in swimming

1. How can swimming skills be performed safely?

- demonstrate the phases of standing dive

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
3Creating and PerformingSwimming

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

a) perform a standing dive in swimming

1. How can swimming skills be performed safely?

- demonstrate the phases of standing dive

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
4Creating and PerformingSwimming

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

a) perform a standing dive in swimming

1. How can swimming skills be performed safely?

- practise standing dive while observing safety

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
5Creating and PerformingSwimming

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

a) perform the butterfly stroke in swimming

1. Why is synchrony important in butterfly stroke?

- demonstrate the phases of butterfly stroke

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
21Creating and PerformingSwimming

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

a) perform the butterfly stroke in swimming

1. Why is synchrony important in butterfly stroke?

- demonstrate the phases of butterfly stroke

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
2Creating and PerformingSwimming

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

a) perform the butterfly stroke in swimming

1. Why is synchrony important in butterfly stroke?

- practise the butterfly stroke while observing safety and coordination

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
3Creating and PerformingKenyan Indigenous Games

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

a) identify types of indigenous board games played in Kenya

1. How do indigenous board games enhance mental relaxation?

- watch a virtual or live demonstration of indigenous board games and identify the skills observed in the games

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
4Creating and PerformingKenyan Indigenous Games

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

a) identify types of indigenous board games played in Kenya

1. How do indigenous board games enhance mental relaxation?

- watch a virtual or live demonstration of indigenous board games and identify the skills observed in the games

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
5Creating and PerformingKenyan Indigenous Games

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

a) identify types of indigenous board games played in Kenya

1. How do indigenous board games enhance mental relaxation?

- watch a virtual or live demonstration of indigenous board games and identify the skills observed in the games

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
31Creating and PerformingKenyan Indigenous Games

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

a) perform different indigenous board games

1. How do indigenous board games enhance mental relaxation?

- demonstrate indigenous board game skills while observing safety

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
2Creating and PerformingKenyan Indigenous Games

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

a) perform different indigenous board games

1. Why are board games considered an indigenous game?

- demonstrate indigenous board game skills while observing safety

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
3Creating and PerformingKenyan Indigenous Games

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

a) perform indigenous board games to background music for enjoyment

1. Why are board games considered an indigenous game?

- practice skills in different indigenous board games while observing safety

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
4Creating and PerformingKenyan Indigenous Games

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

a) perform indigenous board games to background music for enjoyment

1. Why are board games considered an indigenous game?

- practice skills in different indigenous board games while observing safety

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
5Creating and PerformingKenyan Indigenous Games

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

a) perform indigenous board games to background music for enjoyment

1. 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?

- practice skills in different indigenous board games while observing safety

Approved course textbooks, realia, charts

- Observation

- Oral questions

- Written exercises

(Handwritten after lesson)
Curriculum Design & Content

Grade 9 Creative Arts & Sports Term 3 Strands and Sub-strands Breakdown

Official KICD curriculum breakdown taught during Term 3 in Grade 9 Creative Arts & Sports. Includes specific learning outcomes (SLOs), key inquiry questions (KIQs), core learning experiences, and teaching aids.

1
Strand 1.0

Creating and Performing

2 Sub-strands20 Lessons in Term 3

1.1 Swimming

10 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • describe the body position in standing dive and butterfly stroke in swimming
  • perform a standing dive in swimming
  • perform the butterfly stroke in swimming
  • appreciate swimming as a life skill
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • How can swimming skills be performed safely?
  • Why is synchrony important in butterfly stroke?
Learning Experiences
  • 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
Teaching Resources

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

1.2 Kenyan Indigenous Games

10 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • identify types of indigenous board games played in Kenya
  • perform different indigenous board games
  • perform indigenous board games to background music for enjoyment
  • appreciate the role played by indigenous board games for mental health. Meets Expectation Describes all 10 aspects of creating and performing in Creative Arts and Sports accurately. Creates the 12 items in Creative Arts and Sports. Meets Expectation Performs the 24 items in Creative Arts and Sports Correctly and/ or accurately
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • 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?
Learning Experiences
  • 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
Teaching Resources

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

2
Strand 2.0

Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports

2 Sub-strands9 Lessons in Term 3

2.1 Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports

8 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • analyse a play performance
  • examine ethical practices in sports
  • analyse a solo vocal piece of music
  • critique exhibited artworks for inspiration
  • appreciate the role of analysis in adding value to Creative Arts and Sports. Meets Expectation Examines the criteria for evaluating the 5 areas in Creative Arts and Sports correctly. Analyses all the 6 performances or pieces in Creative Arts and Sports
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • 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?
Learning Experiences
  • 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
Teaching Resources

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

2.2 Analysis Of Creative Arts And Sports

1 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  •  Critical analysis tools and
  • frameworks
  •  Worksheets for analyzing artistic
  • and sports performances
  •  Class discussions and debates on
  • the cultural and social aspects
  •  Research projects exploring the
  • impact of creative arts and sports
  • in Kenya
Learning Experiences
  • 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
Teaching Resources

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

3
Strand 3.0

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

9 Sub-strands9 Lessons in Term 3

3.1 Drawing and Painting

1 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  •  Art supplies: drawing paper, pencils
  • colored pencils, paints, etc
  •  Art tutorials and demonstrations
  •  Examples of famous paintings and
  • artists
  •  Classroom exhibitions of students'
  • artwork
Teaching Resources

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

3.2 Rhythm

1 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  • ● Instructional Videos
  • ● Interactive Worksheets
  • ● Notation Software Tutorials
  • ● Interactive Notation Apps
  • ● Printable Rhythm Worksheets
  • ● Improvisation Guides
  • ● Improvisation Exercises Music
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • 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?
Teaching Resources

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

3.3 Athletics And Mosaic

1 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  •  Athletic equipment: cones, hurdles
  • shot puts, etc
  •  Space for running and field
  • activities
  •  Mosaic creation materials: tiles
  • glue, backing material
  •  Videos demonstrating athletic
  • techniques and mosaic creation
  •  Outdoor activities promoting
  • physical fitness and mosaic creation
Teaching Resources

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

3.4 Melody

1 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  •  Musical instruments: keyboards
  • guitars, etc
  •  Sheet music and musical notation
  • resources. Listening sessions
  • featuring different melodies and
  • genres. Group singing and
  • composition exercises
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • 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?
Teaching Resources

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

3.5 Rugby

1 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  •  Rugby equipment: balls, goalposts
  • cones, etc
  •  Rugby rules and strategies
  •  Videos of rugby matches and
  • professional players
  •  Practical sessions for rugby skills and
  • gameplay
Teaching Resources

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

3.6 Descant Recorder

1 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  •  Descant recorders for students
  •  Sheet music and recorder tutorials
  •  Videos featuring descant recorder
  • performances
  •  Group sessions for practicing and
  • performing descant recorder music
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • 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?
Teaching Resources

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

3.7 Play

1 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  •  Play books and collections
  •  Play-related resources and games
  •  Role-playing scenarios and activities
  •  Discussions on the importance of
  • play in creative arts and sports
  •  Creative playwriting and
  • performance exercises
Teaching Resources

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

3.8 Basketball And Logo Design

1 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  •  Basketball equipment: balls, hoops
  • bibs, etc
  •  Basketball rules and strategies
  •  Graphic design software and
  • tutorials
  •  Student projects combining
  • basketball themes with graphic
  • design elements
Key Inquiry Questions (KIQs)
  • ● 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. ?
Teaching Resources

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

3.9 Indigenous Kenyan Craft

1 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  •  Pottery materials: clay, wheel
  • glazes, etc
  •  Tutorials on traditional Kenyan
  • pottery techniques
  •  Examples of Kenyan pottery
  • designs
  •  Student projects creating their
  • pottery pieces
Teaching Resources

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

4
Strand 4.0

OPTIONAL (Do One) Either Swimming Or Kenyan Indigenous Game

2 Sub-strands2 Lessons in Term 3

4.1 Swimming

1 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  •  Swimming pool access and safety
  • measures
  •  Swimming instructors or lifeguards
  •  Swim gear: swimsuits, goggles, etc
  •  Swimming lessons and practice
  • sessions
Teaching Resources

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

4.2 Kenyan Indigenous Games

1 Suggested LessonsTerm 3
Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

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

  •  Traditional Kenyan game materials
  • for tagging
  •  Rules and instructions for the
  •  Examples of traditional Kenyan
  • tagging games
  •  Group sessions for playing and
  • learning the game
Teaching Resources

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

Grade 9 Creative Arts & Sports Full Year Strands (Terms 1, 2 & 3)

Complete annual curriculum scope for Grade 9 Creative Arts & Sports showing the term-by-term distribution of all 5 strands.

  • Foundations of Creative Arts and Sports
  • Creating and Performing
  • Creating and Performing
Term 3Current
  • Creating and Performing
  • Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports
  • Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports
  • OPTIONAL (Do One) Either Swimming Or Kenyan Indigenous Game

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Help & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Grade 9 Creative Arts & Sports Term 3

What strands and sub-strands are covered in Grade 9 Creative Arts & Sports Term 3?

In Term 3, Grade 9 Creative Arts & Sports covers the following main strands: Creating and Performing, Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports, Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports, OPTIONAL (Do One) Either Swimming Or Kenyan Indigenous Game. Each strand is broken down into specific sub-strands with allocated lesson periods across the 9-week term.

What are the specific learning outcomes for Grade 9 Creative Arts & Sports in Term 3?

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 9 Creative Arts & Sports Term 3 structured across weeks?

This scheme spans 9 calendar weeks (45 lesson slots), with Mid-Term Break in Week 5 and End-of-Term Assessment in Week 9, in full compliance with the 2026 Kenyan Ministry of Education school calendar.

Can I download and edit this Term 3 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.