Community Service Learning Project

Community Service Learning Project - Project title

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Discuss and adapt one identified problem for the class/group project
-State the project title
-Appreciate the need to be part of the solution to the gaps/challenges in the community

- Learners speak engagingly when discussing and adapting one identified problem for the class/group project
-Learners state the project title

-How does one determine some gaps/needs in the community -Why is it necessary to make adequate preparations before embarking on a project?

- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 14
-Digital resources
-Internet

- Oral questions -Observation -Written tests

Community Service Learning Project

Community Service Learning Project - Problem statement
Community Service Learning Project - Solution design

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Authenticate the problem/gap
-Write down the statement of the problem
-Appreciate the need to be part of the solution to the gaps/challenges in the community

- Learners authenticate the problem/gap
-Learners write down the statement of the problem (a small description of the identified problem)

-How does one determine some gaps/needs in the community -Why is it necessary to make adequate preparations before embarking on a project?

- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 15
-Digital resources
-Internet
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 16

- Oral questions -Observation -Written tests

Community Service Learning Project

Community Service Learning Project - Implementation plan
Community Service Learning Project - Implementation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Plan to implement the solution to the identified problem
-Draw a plan for implementing the proposed solution
-Appreciate the need to be part of the solution to the gaps/challenges in the community

- Learners discuss and draw a plan for implementing the proposed solution
-Learners share their implementation plan

-How does one determine some gaps/needs in the community -Why is it necessary to make adequate preparations before embarking on a project?

- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 17
-Digital resources
-Internet
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 18
-Locally available materials

- Oral questions -Observation -Written tests

Community Service Learning Project

Community Service Learning Project - Reflection
Community Service Learning Project - Appreciation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Reflect on the concluded project
-Write a summary report on the concluded project
-Appreciate the need to be part of the solution to the gaps/challenges in the community

- Learners reflect on the concluded project
-Learners submit a summary account/report to the CSL teacher

-How does one determine some gaps/needs in the community -Why is it necessary to make adequate preparations before embarking on a project?

- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 18
-Digital resources
-Internet
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 19

- Oral questions -Observation -Written tests

Natural and Historic Built Environments

Map Reading and Interpretation - Marginal information
Map Reading and Interpretation - Types of scales
Map Reading and Interpretation - Scale conversions
Map Reading and Interpretation - Measuring distances

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Interpret maps using marginal information
-Identify the different types of marginal information on a map
-Appreciate the use of marginal information to interpret maps

- Learners exchange new ideas when discussing in groups the marginal information on a map
-Learners present their findings in class

How can critical thinking be used in map interpretation?

- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 75
-Maps
-Digital resources
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 76
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 77
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 78

- Oral questions -Observation -Written tests

Natural and Historic Built Environments

Map Reading and Interpretation - Calculating areas
Map Reading and Interpretation - Drainage features
Map Reading and Interpretation - Relief features
Map Reading and Interpretation - Vegetation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Calculate the area of different places on a topographical map
-Use scales to determine areas
-Apply critical thinking skills in map reading and interpretation

- Learners calculate the area of different places on a topographical map
-Learners share their findings in class

How can critical thinking be used in map interpretation?

- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 79
-Maps
-Digital resources
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 80
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 81
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 82

- Oral questions -Observation -Written tests

Natural and Historic Built Environments

Map Reading and Interpretation - Drawing diagrams
Map Reading and Interpretation - Critical thinking

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Draw diagrams of the relief and drainage features on a topographical map
-Interpret physical features using diagrams
-Apply critical thinking skills in map reading and interpretation

- Learners draw diagrams of the relief and drainage features on a topographical map
-Learners share their work in class

How can critical thinking be used in map interpretation?

- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 83
-Maps
-Digital resources
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 84

- Oral questions -Observation -Written tests

Natural and Historic Built Environments

Map Reading and Interpretation - Application
Map Reading and Interpretation - Practical application

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Apply knowledge of map reading in practical situations
-Interpret maps with different scales
-Apply critical thinking skills in map reading and interpretation

- Learners interpret different types of maps
-Learners apply their knowledge in practical map reading exercises

How can critical thinking be used in map interpretation?

- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 85
-Maps
-Digital resources
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 86

- Oral questions -Observation -Written tests

Natural and Historic Built Environments

Weather and Climate - Factors influencing weather
Weather and Climate - Factors influencing climate

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Examine the factors influencing weather in Africa
-Identify factors that affect day-to-day weather conditions
-Recognise the effects of weather and climate on human activities

- Learners use print or digital resources to research on the factors influencing weather in Africa
-Learners share their findings in class

-How does climate change affect human activities -How can one manage stress during disasters?

- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 94
-Digital resources
-Internet
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 95

- Oral questions -Observation -Written tests

Natural and Historic Built Environments

Weather and Climate - Climatic regions
Weather and Climate - Desert regions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Illustrate the distribution of major climatic regions of Africa
-Draw a map showing climatic regions
-Recognise the effects of weather and climate on human activities

- Learners draw a map of Africa and indicate the major climatic regions (desert, semi-desert, tropical, mediterranean and mountain)
-Learners display their maps in class

-How does climate change affect human activities -How can one manage stress during disasters?

- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 96
-Digital resources
-Internet
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 97
-Video clips

- Oral questions -Observation -Project work

Natural and Historic Built Environments

Weather and Climate - Semi-desert regions
Weather and Climate - Tropical regions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Illustrate the characteristics of semi-desert regions in Africa
-Identify semi-desert regions on a map
-Recognise the effects of weather and climate on human activities

- Learners view a video clip/film or use print materials on the distribution and characteristics of semi-desert regions
-Learners make short notes on the semi-desert regions

-How does climate change affect human activities -How can one manage stress during disasters?

- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 98
-Digital resources
-Video clips
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 99

- Oral questions -Observation -Written tests

Natural and Historic Built Environments

Weather and Climate - Mediterranean regions
Weather and Climate - Mountain regions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Illustrate the characteristics of mediterranean regions in Africa
-Identify mediterranean regions on a map
-Recognise the effects of weather and climate on human activities

- Learners view a video clip/film or use print materials on the distribution and characteristics of mediterranean regions
-Learners make short notes on the mediterranean regions

-How does climate change affect human activities -How can one manage stress during disasters?

- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 100
-Digital resources
-Video clips
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 101

- Oral questions -Observation -Written tests

Natural and Historic Built Environments

Weather and Climate - Stress management
Weather and Climate - Causes of climate change

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explore positive ways of managing stress during disasters caused by climate change
-Discuss ways of managing stress during disasters
-Recognise the effects of weather and climate on human activities

- Learners discuss ways of managing stress caused during disasters caused by climate change
-Learners share their experiences on managing stress

-How does climate change affect human activities -How can one manage stress during disasters?

- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 102
-Digital resources
-Internet
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 103

- Oral questions -Observation -Written tests

Natural and Historic Built Environments

Weather and Climate - Effects of climate change
Weather and Climate - Problem solving

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Identify effects of climate change
-Brainstorm on the effects of climate change
-Apply problem solving skills in addressing effects of climate change on the environment

- Learners brainstorm on the effects of climate change
-Learners share their findings in class

-How does climate change affect human activities -How can one manage stress during disasters?

- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 104
-Digital resources
-Internet
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 105

- Oral questions -Observation -Written tests

Natural and Historic Built Environments

Weather and Climate - Human activities
Vegetation in Africa - Factors influencing vegetation
Vegetation in Africa - Field excursion

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Examine the effects of weather and climate on human activities
-Engage with a resource person to discuss the effects of weather and climate
-Recognise the effects of weather and climate on human activities

- Learners find extra information as they engage with a resource person to discuss the effects of weather and climate on personal wellbeing and human activities
-Learners discuss the importance of addressing climate change

-How does climate change affect human activities -How can one manage stress during disasters?

- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 106
-Digital resources
-Resource person
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 108
-Internet
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 109
-Immediate environment

- Oral questions -Observation -Written tests

Natural and Historic Built Environments

Vegetation in Africa - Vegetation regions
Vegetation in Africa - Characteristics

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Identify the vegetation regions in Africa
-Use digital or print resources to research on vegetation regions
-Appreciate vegetation conservation within the environment

- Learners use digital or print resources to find out the vegetation regions in Africa
-Learners share their findings in class

Why should we care for vegetation in our environment?

- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 110
-Digital resources
-Internet
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 111

- Oral questions -Observation -Written tests

Natural and Historic Built Environments

Vegetation in Africa - Map drawing
Vegetation in Africa - Conservation methods

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Locate the major vegetation regions of Africa
-Draw a map of Africa showing vegetation regions
-Appreciate vegetation conservation within the environment

- Learners draw the map of Africa and indicate the vegetation regions
-Learners display their maps in class

Why should we care for vegetation in our environment?

- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 112
-Digital resources
-Maps
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 113
-Manila papers

- Oral questions -Observation -Project work

Natural and Historic Built Environments

Vegetation in Africa - Caring for vegetation
Vegetation in Africa - Importance

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Write essays on ways of caring for vegetation
-Discuss ways of caring for vegetation
-Appreciate vegetation conservation within the environment

- Learners write essays on ways of caring for vegetation in the school community
-Learners share their essays

Why should we care for vegetation in our environment?

- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 114
-Digital resources
-Internet
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 115

- Oral questions -Observation -Written tests

Natural and Historic Built Environments

Historical Sites and Monuments in Africa - Selected sites
Historical Sites and Monuments in Africa - Map drawing

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Locate selected historical sites and monuments in Africa
-Trace selected historical sites and monuments in Africa
-Value conservation of historical sites and monuments in the locality

- Learners use digital or print resources to trace selected historical sites and monuments in Africa (Fort Jesus, Kilwa, Great Zimbabwe, Giza pyramids, Meroe, Timbuktu, and Robben Island)
-Learners present their findings in class

Why should we conserve historical sites and monuments?

- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 120
-Digital resources
-Internet
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 121

- Oral questions -Observation -Written tests

Natural and Historic Built Environments

Historical Sites and Monuments in Africa - Importance
Historical Sites and Monuments in Africa - Conservation ways

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Examine the importance of historical sites and monuments for the preservation of cultural heritage
-Brainstorm on the importance of historical sites and monuments
-Value conservation of historical sites and monuments in the locality

- Learners develop the skill of constructive dialogue as they brainstorm in groups on the importance of historical sites and monuments in Africa
-Learners share their findings in class

Why should we conserve historical sites and monuments?

- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 122
-Digital resources
-Internet
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 123

- Oral questions -Observation -Written tests

Natural and Historic Built Environments

Historical Sites and Monuments in Africa - Creative thinking
Historical Sites and Monuments in Africa - Overcoming challenges

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Apply creative thinking in preserving cultural heritage
-Discuss ways of applying creative thinking in preserving cultural heritage
-Value conservation of historical sites and monuments in the locality

- Learners discuss ways of applying creative thinking in preserving cultural heritage
-Learners share their ideas on creative approaches

Why should we conserve historical sites and monuments?

- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 124
-Digital resources
-Internet
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 125

- Oral questions -Observation -Written tests

Natural and Historic Built Environments

Historical Sites and Monuments in Africa - Photo album
Historical Sites and Monuments in Africa - Field visit

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Create an album of historical sites and monuments
-Collect pictures and photographs of historical sites and monuments
-Value conservation of historical sites and monuments in the locality

- Learners display national pride as they collect pictures and photographs and create an album of historical sites and monuments
-Learners display their albums in class

Why should we conserve historical sites and monuments?

- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 126
-Digital resources
-Pictures and photographs
- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 127
-Historical site or monument

- Oral questions -Observation -Project work

Natural and Historic Built Environments
Political Developments and Governance
Political Developments and Governance

Historical Sites and Monuments in Africa - Awareness creation
The Constitution of Kenya - Components of the Constitution
The Constitution of Kenya - Three arms of government

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Create awareness on conservation of historical sites and monuments
-Design posters for awareness creation
-Value conservation of historical sites and monuments in the locality

- Learners design posters to create awareness on the conservation of historical sites and monuments
-Learners display their posters in the school and community

Why should we conserve historical sites and monuments?

- MENTOR Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 127
-Digital resources
-Manila papers
-The Constitution of Kenya
-Digital resources
-Mentor Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 128-130
-Flip charts/manila papers
-Mentor Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 131-132

- Oral questions -Observation -Project work

Political Developments and Governance

The Constitution of Kenya - Guiding principles of leadership
The Constitution of Kenya - Assertiveness in leadership
The Constitution of Kenya - Interrelationships of the arms of government
The Constitution of Kenya - Constitutional responsibilities

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Outline the guiding principles of leadership and integrity (knowledge)
-Examine how the principles apply in governance (skill)
-Value the importance of integrity in leadership (attitude)

-Engage in a "Leadership Values Hunt" where learners search through Chapter 6 of the Constitution to identify leadership principles
-Create artistic "Leadership Principle Cards" with illustrations and examples of each principle in action
-Conduct mock interviews where learners take turns being "journalists" interviewing "government officials" about how they uphold leadership principles

What are the key principles of good leadership?

-The Constitution of Kenya (Chapter 6)
-Digital resources
-Mentor Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 133
-Manila papers
-The Constitution of Kenya
-Mentor Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 133-134
-Role-play scenarios
-Mentor Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 132-133
-Flip charts
-Mentor Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 134-135

-Observation -Written tests -Group work assessment

Political Developments and Governance

Human Rights - Introduction to Human Rights
Human Rights - Protection of Human Rights
Human Rights - Effective Communication on Human Rights
Human Rights - Children's Rights

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Define human rights (knowledge)
-Explain the importance of human rights (skill)
-Value human dignity (attitude)

-Engage in a "Human Rights Exploration" where learners create artistic representations of different human rights
-Participate in a "Rights in Action" simulation where learners experience scenarios with and without human rights protections
-Create a "Human Rights Tree" mural where the roots represent the foundations of human rights, the trunk represents key principles, and branches represent specific rights

How can we promote respect for human rights in the community?

-Digital resources
-Mentor Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 135-136
-The Constitution of Kenya
-Manila papers
-Mentor Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 137-138
-Manila papers
-Markers
-Mentor Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 138-139
-Role-play scenarios
-Mentor Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 140-141
-Children's Act
-African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Political Developments and Governance

Human Rights - Protection of Children's Rights
Human Rights - Societal Responsibility
Human Rights - Human Rights Violations
Human Rights - Human Rights Organizations

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Identify ways children are protected against rights violations (knowledge)
-Demonstrate ways in which children are protected against violation of their rights (skill)
-Value the protection of children's rights (attitude)

-Create a "Child Protection Map" of the community identifying safe spaces, trusted adults, and resources for children
-Develop and perform interactive "Rights Protection Theater" scenarios showing how to respond to rights violations
-Design a "Child Rights Defenders Badge" program where learners earn recognition for taking specific actions to protect children's rights

How can we promote respect for Children's Rights in the community?

-Digital resources
-Mentor Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 141-142
-Children's Act
-Manila papers
-Mentor Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 142-143
-Manila papers
-Markers
-Mentor Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 143
-Newspaper articles
-Internet access
-Mentor Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 144
-Internet access

-Observation -Oral questions -Skit assessment

Political Developments and Governance

Citizenship - Global Citizen
Citizenship - Responsibilities of a Global Citizen
Citizenship - Harmonious Coexistence
Citizenship - Social Entrepreneurship

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Define a global citizen (knowledge)
-Describe qualities of a global citizen in the world today (skill)
-Aspire to be a good global citizen (attitude)

-Create "Global Citizen ID Cards" where learners identify key qualities and responsibilities of global citizens
-Engage in a "Global Issues Carousel" where learners rotate through stations exploring different global challenges
-Design a "Global Citizenship Compass" showing how local actions connect to global impacts

How can we promote global citizenship?

-Digital resources
-Mentor Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 144-145
-Internet access
-Manila papers
-Mentor Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 145-146
-Manila papers
-Markers
-Mentor Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 146-147
-Mentor Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 147-148

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Political Developments and Governance

Citizenship - Nobel Prize Nominees
Citizenship - Response to Injustice
Citizenship - Goal Setting
Citizenship - Empathy
Citizenship - Regional Anthems
Citizenship - East African Community (EAC)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Name Nobel Prize nominees who responded to injustice (knowledge)
-Explore ways in which Nobel Prize nominees responded to injustice situations in the society (skill)
-Desire to emulate Nobel Prize nominees (attitude)

-Host a "Nobel Heroes Gallery" where learners create interactive displays about different nominees
-Participate in a "Nobel Inspiration Journal" activity where learners reflect on how nominees' work connects to their own lives
-Create "Nobel Nominee Trading Cards" featuring key information and inspirational quotes

How can we address injustice in society?

-Digital resources
-Mentor Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 148-149
-Internet access
-Manila papers
-Mentor Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 149-150
-Pictures of Nobel Prize nominees
-Mentor Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 150-151
-Manila papers
-Magazines for vision boards
-Mentor Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 151-152
-Pictures of volunteers addressing injustices
-Role-play scenarios
-Mentor Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 152-153
-EAC and AU anthems
-Audio equipment
-Mentor Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 153-154
-Maps of Africa

-Observation -Oral questions -Research assessment