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Oral Literature
Oral Literature

Oral Narratives- Subject Matter and Themes
Oral Narratives- Features of Style

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

- Identify the subject matter in oral narratives
- Analyse themes in oral narratives
- Relate themes to contemporary issues

The learner is guided to:
- Listen to oral narratives and identify themes
- Discuss how themes relate to real life
- Make notes on thematic concerns

What messages do oral narratives convey?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Narrative recordings
- Theme analysis charts
- Note-taking materials
- Sample narratives
- Style analysis tools
- Presentation materials

- Theme identification - Written analysis - Oral discussions - Checklists

Oral Literature
Poetry
Poetry
Poetry

Oral Narratives- Moral Lessons
Oral Narratives- Performance and Review
Appreciation of Poetry- Types of Poems (Part 2)
Appreciation of Poetry- Performance of Poems (Part 1)
Appreciation of Poetry- Performance of Poems (Part 2)

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

- Extract moral lessons from oral narratives
- Relate lessons to real-life situations
- Appreciate the educational value of narratives

The learner is guided to:
- Identify moral lessons in narratives
- Discuss their relevance to contemporary life
- Share personal reflections on lessons learned

What lessons can we learn from oral narratives?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Sample narratives
- Discussion guides
- Reflection journals
- Performance space
- Recording devices
- Evaluation rubrics
- Sample poems
- Comparison charts
- Analysis tools
- Selected poems
- Various poems

- Lesson identification - Oral discussions - Written reflections - Peer sharing

Poetry
Fiction and Non-Fiction
Fiction and Non-Fiction

Appreciation of Poetry- Review and Reflection
Fiction: Novel from Kenya- Characters
Fiction: Novel from Kenya- Characterisation

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

- Summarise learning on types and performance of poetry
- Reflect on personal growth in poetry appreciation
- Acknowledge poetry's role in literature

The learner is guided to:
- Review types of poems studied
- Reflect on performance experiences
- Share insights with peers

How has studying different types of poems enriched our understanding?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Portfolio materials
- Reflection journals
- Class notes
- Set novel
- Character mapping materials
- Visual organisers
- Role play props
- Discussion guides

- Review exercises - Written reflections - Oral sharing - Portfolio assessment

Fiction and Non-Fiction

Fiction: Novel from Kenya- Point of View
Fiction: Novel from Kenya- Language and Style (Part 1)

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

- Identify the author's point of view in the novel
- Understand narrative perspective
- Appreciate how point of view affects storytelling

The learner is guided to:
- Identify the narrator's point of view
- Discuss how perspective influences the narrative
- Analyse sections of the novel for narrative voice

From whose perspective is the story told?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Set novel
- Analysis tools
- Sample texts
- Digital devices
- Style analysis charts

- Point of view identification - Written analysis - Oral discussions - Assessment rubrics

Fiction and Non-Fiction

Fiction: Novel from Kenya- Language and Style (Part 2)
Fiction: Novel from Kenya- Values (Part 1)
Fiction: Novel from Kenya- Values (Part 2)

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

- Analyse the effect of stylistic devices
- Discuss language patterns in the novel
- Value literary craftsmanship

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss language use and style in the novel
- Collaborate to summarise stylistic devices in a graphic organiser
- Conduct peer review

What is the author's unique writing style?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Set novel
- Graphic organisers
- Analysis materials
- Values charts
- Discussion guides
- Real-life examples
- Presentation materials

- Stylistic analysis - Graphic organiser assessment - Peer review - Written summaries

Fiction and Non-Fiction

Fiction: Novel from Kenya- Comprehensive Review
Non-Fiction: Personal Journal- Form and Content
Non-Fiction: Personal Journal- Writing Practice

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

- Synthesise understanding of the novel
- Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of all elements
- Value the novel for literary appreciation

The learner is guided to:
- Review all aspects of the novel studied
- Participate in comprehensive discussions
- Prepare summaries of learning

What have we learned from studying this novel?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Set novel
- Review materials
- Assessment tools
- Sample personal journals
- Analysis tools
- Note-taking materials
- Writing materials
- Sample journals
- Peer review guides

- Comprehensive review - Oral discussions - Written summaries - Assessment tests

Fiction and Non-Fiction

Non-Fiction: Personal Journal- Language and Style
Non-Fiction: Personal Journal- Thematic Writing
Non-Fiction: Personal Journal- Review and Portfolio Organisation

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

- Identify stylistic devices in personal journals
- Analyse language use in journals
- Appreciate effective communication in life writing

The learner is guided to:
- Conduct an online or offline search on stylistic devices in personal journals
- Read a sample journal and discuss language and style
- Make notes on effective journal writing

How does language enhance personal journal writing?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Sample journals
- Digital devices
- Style analysis materials
- Writing materials
- Portfolio folders
- Peer review tools
- Portfolio materials
- Journal entries
- Organization tools

- Style identification - Written analysis - Oral discussions - Assessment rubrics

3

Oral Literature
Oral Literature
Oral Literature
Poetry
Poetry
Poetry

Songs/Oral Poetry- Introduction and Types
Songs/Oral Poetry- Features and Functions
Songs/Oral Poetry- Performance
Appreciation of Poetry- Categories of Poems
Appreciation of Poetry- Process of Writing (Part 1)
Appreciation of Poetry- Process of Writing (Part 2)

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

- Define oral poetry and songs
- Identify types of oral poetry
- Appreciate the role of songs in oral tradition

The learner is guided to:
- Brainstorm on the meaning of oral poetry
- Listen to different types of oral songs
- Classify songs based on function and occasion

What is oral poetry and why is it performed?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Audio recordings
- Digital devices
- Classification charts
- Sample songs
- Feature analysis charts
- Presentation materials
- Selected songs
- Performance space
- Recording devices
- Poetry samples
- Graphic organisers
- Brainstorming materials
- Topic selection guides
- Poetry structure guides
- Sample poems
- Peer feedback tools

- Definition assessment - Classification exercises - Listening comprehension - Oral discussions

Fiction and Non-Fiction

Fiction: Novel from Kenya- Themes (Part 1)
Fiction: Novel from Kenya- Themes (Part 2)

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

- Identify themes in the novel
- Discuss major and minor themes
- Appreciate thematic depth in literature

The learner is guided to:
- Identify the themes brought out in the novel
- Collaborate to discuss the themes
- Present findings to class

What are the main themes in our novel?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Set novel
- Theme analysis charts
- Discussion guides
- Tree diagrams
- Analysis materials

- Theme identification - Discussion participation - Presentations - Written analysis

Fiction and Non-Fiction

Fiction: Novel from Kenya- Lessons Learnt (Part 1)
Fiction: Novel from Kenya- Lessons Learnt (Part 2)
Fiction: Novel from Kenya- History of Kenya (Part 1)

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

- Identify lessons from the novel
- Discuss moral and social lessons
- Appreciate literature for moral education

The learner is guided to:
- Brainstorm on lessons learnt from the novel
- Discuss lessons with peers
- Make notes on key takeaways

What lessons can we learn from this novel?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Set novel
- Lesson extraction guides
- Note-taking materials
- Real-life examples
- Reflection journals
- Internet resources
- Historical references

- Lesson identification - Discussion quality - Written notes - Oral presentations

Fiction and Non-Fiction

Fiction: Novel from Kenya- History of Kenya (Part 2)
Fiction: Novel from Kenya- Culture of Kenya (Part 1)
Fiction: Novel from Kenya- Culture of Kenya (Part 2)

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

- Analyse how historical events shape characters and plot
- Debate the influence of history on fiction
- Value historical context in literature

The learner is guided to:
- Conduct a debate on how Kenyan history influenced the novel
- Discuss specific historical references in the text
- Make connections between history and narrative

What role does history play in shaping the story?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Set novel
- Debate guidelines
- Historical materials
- Cultural reference materials
- Discussion guides
- Cultural analysis tools
- Note-taking materials

- Debate assessment - Analysis quality - Argumentation skills - Peer evaluation

Fiction and Non-Fiction
Oral Literature
Oral Literature

Non-Fiction: Personal Journal- Language and Style Analysis
Non-Fiction: Personal Journal- Creative Journal Writing
Short Forms- Features and Functions (Part 1)
Short Forms- Features and Functions (Part 2)

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

- Describe stylistic devices in personal journals
- Analyse language and style in journals
- Appreciate effective writing in life writing

The learner is guided to:
- Conduct a search on stylistic devices used in personal journals
- Read a sample journal and discuss language and style
- Make notes on effective techniques

What makes journal writing effective?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Sample journals
- Digital devices
- Style analysis materials
- Writing materials
- Peer review tools
- Sample proverbs and riddles
- Feature analysis charts
- Presentation materials
- Sample short forms
- Analysis materials
- Discussion guides

- Style identification - Language analysis - Written notes - Oral discussions

4

Oral Literature
Poetry
Poetry
Poetry
Poetry

Short Forms- Composition and Performance
Appreciation of Poetry- Sound Patterns: Onomatopoeia
Appreciation of Poetry- Sound Patterns: Idiophones
Appreciation of Poetry- Sound Patterns: Rhyme
Appreciation of Poetry- Sound Patterns Review

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

- Compose different short forms of oral literature
- Perform them effectively
- Value creativity in oral literature

The learner is guided to:
- Team up to compose different short forms
- Conduct peer review of compositions
- Perform in class

How can we create our own short forms?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Writing materials
- Performance space
- Recording devices
- Sample poems
- Digital devices
- Sound pattern charts
- Audio/video recordings
- Analysis materials
- Rhyme scheme charts
- Analysis tools
- Review materials
- Discussion guides

- Composition assessment - Performance evaluation - Peer review - Creativity rating

Fiction and Non-Fiction

Fiction: Play from Kenya- Structure
Fiction: Play from Kenya- Features of a Play
Fiction: Play from Kenya- Elements (Part 1)

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

- Describe the structure of a play
- Identify acts and scenes
- Appreciate dramatic structure

The learner is guided to:
- Search for the meaning of a play
- Brainstorm on the structure of a play
- Summarise findings on a chart

What is the structure of a play?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Sample plays
- Digital devices
- Structure charts
- Set play
- Video recordings
- Feature analysis charts
- Element identification guides
- Discussion materials

- Structure identification - Chart assessment - Presentations - Oral discussions

Fiction and Non-Fiction

Fiction: Play from Kenya- Elements (Part 2)
Fiction: Play from Kenya- Importance
Fiction: Play from Kenya- Review and Reading Session

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

- Identify rising action, confrontation, and conclusion
- Analyse dramatic progression
- Value plot development in plays

The learner is guided to:
- Identify rising action, confrontation, and conclusion in a play
- Discuss how these elements create dramatic tension
- Make notes on plot progression

How does conflict develop in a play?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Set play
- Plot analysis tools
- Note-taking materials
- Discussion guides
- Presentation materials
- Various plays
- Review materials
- Reading logs

- Plot analysis - Element identification - Written notes - Oral discussions

Fiction and Non-Fiction

Non-Fiction: Autobiography- Structure
Non-Fiction: Autobiography- Content Analysis
Non-Fiction: Autobiography- Relating to Real Life

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

- Analyse the structure of an autobiography
- Identify chronological and thematic organization
- Appreciate autobiography structure

The learner is guided to:
- Team up to collect varied autobiographies
- Search for the structure of an autobiography
- Discuss and summarise structure on a graphic organiser

What is the structure of an autobiography?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Sample autobiographies
- Digital devices
- Graphic organisers
- Reading materials
- Synopsis writing guides
- Discussion guides
- Reflection journals

- Structure identification - Graphic organiser assessment - Presentations - Peer review

5

Oral Literature
Oral Literature
Oral Literature
Oral Literature
Oral Literature

Trickster Narrative- Introduction and Features
Trickster Narrative- Functions
Trickster Narrative- Features of Style
Trickster Narrative- Moral Lessons
Trickster Narrative- Performance (Part 1)

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

- Define a trickster narrative
- Identify features of trickster narratives
- Appreciate this narrative type

The learner is guided to:
- Brainstorm on the definition of a trickster narrative
- Team up to collect trickster narratives
- Search for features and present findings

What is a trickster narrative?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Sample trickster narratives
- Digital devices
- Collection materials
- Sample narratives
- Function analysis charts
- Discussion guides
- Style analysis tools
- Note-taking materials
- Lesson extraction guides
- Discussion materials
- Performance space
- Recording devices

- Definition assessment - Feature identification - Collection review - Presentations

Oral Literature
Poetry
Poetry
Poetry
Poetry

Trickster Narrative- Performance (Part 2)
Appreciation of Poetry- Sound Patterns: Alliteration
Appreciation of Poetry- Sound Patterns: Assonance
Appreciation of Poetry- Sound Patterns: Consonance
Appreciation of Poetry- Relating Sound Patterns to Subject Matter

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

- Perform trickster narratives using verbal and non-verbal cues
- Demonstrate effective narrative skills
- Appreciate the importance of trickster narratives in society

The learner is guided to:
- Narrate trickster narratives using appropriate verbal and non-verbal cues
- Perform for peer review
- Reflect on performance quality

How does performance enhance trickster narratives?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Performance materials
- Evaluation rubrics
- Recording devices
- Sample poems
- Digital devices
- Sound pattern charts
- Analysis tools
- Note-taking materials
- Analysis materials
- Various poems
- Analysis charts
- Discussion guides

- Performance assessment - Peer evaluation - Self-assessment - Video review

Poetry
Fiction and Non-Fiction
Fiction and Non-Fiction

Appreciation of Poetry- Composing with Sound Patterns
Fiction: Play from Kenya- The Plot
Fiction: Play from Kenya- Setting

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

- Compose a poem using sound patterns learned
- Apply alliteration, assonance, and consonance
- Value creative expression through poetry

The learner is guided to:
- Compose a poem on mental health or road safety
- Use sound patterns (alliteration, assonance, consonance)
- Share poems with peers for feedback

How can we use sound patterns in our own poetry?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Writing materials
- Sample poems
- Peer review tools
- Set play
- Flow chart materials
- Discussion guides
- Setting analysis tools
- Note-taking materials

- Composition assessment - Sound pattern application - Peer feedback - Creativity evaluation

Fiction and Non-Fiction

Fiction: Play from Kenya- Characters
Fiction: Play from Kenya- Characterisation

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

- Identify characters in the set play
- Discuss character traits and development
- Appreciate character complexity

The learner is guided to:
- Identify characters in the set play
- Collaborate to discuss their traits
- Discuss relationships among characters

Who are the main characters in the play?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Set play
- Character charts
- Discussion materials
- Role play materials
- Analysis tools

- Character identification - Trait analysis - Discussion participation - Written summaries

Fiction and Non-Fiction

Fiction: Play from Kenya- Themes (Part 1)
Fiction: Play from Kenya- Themes (Part 2)
Fiction: Play from Kenya- Language and Style (Part 1)

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

- Identify themes in the set play
- Discuss major thematic concerns
- Appreciate thematic depth in drama

The learner is guided to:
- Collaborate to identify and illustrate themes in the play
- Share responses with peers
- Discuss how themes are developed

What are the main themes in this play?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Set play
- Theme analysis charts
- Discussion guides
- Real-life examples
- Presentation materials
- Style analysis charts

- Theme identification - Discussion quality - Written analysis - Presentations

Fiction and Non-Fiction

Fiction: Play from Kenya- Language and Style (Part 2)
Fiction: Play from Kenya- Performance (Part 1)
Fiction: Play from Kenya- Performance and Review (Part 2)

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

- Analyse how style enhances dramatic effect
- Discuss language patterns in the play
- Value literary craftsmanship in drama

The learner is guided to:
- Prepare a summary of language and style used
- Analyse how style contributes to themes
- Share analysis with peers

How does the playwright's style enhance the play?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Set play
- Summary materials
- Analysis tools
- Performance space
- Practice materials
- Recording devices

- Style analysis - Summary assessment - Peer review - Oral discussions

Fiction and Non-Fiction
Oral Literature
Oral Literature

Non-Fiction: Autobiography- Themes
Non-Fiction: Autobiography- Values
Songs/Oral Poetry- Features of Lullabies and Play Songs
Songs/Oral Poetry- Performance

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

- Discuss themes in the autobiography
- Identify major thematic concerns
- Appreciate thematic exploration in life writing

The learner is guided to:
- Read an autobiography
- Brainstorm on themes in the autobiography
- Summarise information on a graphic organiser

What themes are explored in autobiographies?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Sample autobiographies
- Graphic organisers
- Discussion materials
- Values charts
- Discussion guides
- Audio-visual resources
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Teacher's Guide
- Class portfolio

- Theme identification - Graphic organiser assessment - Discussion quality - Presentations

6

Poetry
Poetry
Poetry
Poetry
Fiction and Non-Fiction

Appreciation of Poetry- Repetition
Appreciation of Poetry- Refrain
Appreciation of Poetry- Chorus
Appreciation of Poetry- Composing with Rhythm
Anthology of Short Stories- Features

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

- Identify repetition, refrain and the chorus in a poem for critical analysis
- Analyse repetition, refrain and the chorus in a poem for literary appreciation
- Acknowledge the importance of poetry for lifelong learning

The learner is guided to:
- Search online or offline for examples of simple poems with repetition, refrain and chorus and present their findings in class
- Read a poem and identify instances of repetition, refrain and the chorus
- Share findings with peers

How does rhythm promote enjoyment in the recitation of a poem?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Poetry books
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Teacher's Guide
- School magazine
- Anthology of short stories

- Observation - Oral questions - Peer assessment - Written questions

Fiction and Non-Fiction

Anthology of Short Stories- History
Anthology of Short Stories- Culture
Anthology of Short Stories- Reading and Collection

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

- Relate aspects of history to the short story for critical analysis
- Identify elements of history from the short stories
- Appreciate how history and culture have shaped the short story as a form of fiction

The learner is guided to:
- Team up to identify elements of history from the short stories
- Summarise findings using graphic organisers
- Relate the events of a short story to the history and culture of the region from where it is derived

How has history and culture influenced the short story?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Anthology of short stories
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Teacher's Guide
- Class portfolio

- Graphic organiser assessment - Group discussions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Fiction and Non-Fiction

Anthology of Short Stories- Plot and Setting
Anthology of Short Stories- Character and Characterisation
Anthology of Short Stories- Lessons

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

- Identify the setting and plot of the short story for literary appreciation
- Analyse the sequence of events in short stories
- Appreciate the value of the short story for lifelong learning

The learner is guided to:
- Read the short story and discuss the setting
- Team up to write down the sequence of events
- Present the sequence of events in the short story on a flow chart in class

How do characters in short stories reflect our society?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Anthology of short stories
- Charts
- Manilla papers
- Teacher's Guide
- Digital devices

- Flow chart assessment - Oral presentations - Written questions - Peer assessment

7

Oral Literature
Oral Literature
Oral Literature

Performance in Oral Literature- Qualities of a Good Storyteller
Performance in Oral Literature- Techniques
Performance in Oral Literature- Practical Performance

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

- Discuss qualities of a good story teller for literary appreciation
- Evaluate performance techniques in oral literature for critical analysis
- Acknowledge the place of performance in oral literature for lifelong learning

The learner is guided to:
- Make notes on the qualities of a good story teller
- Watch the performance of any of the forms of oral literature and identify performance techniques applied
- Discuss and share findings with peers

How does performance affect the subject matter in oral literature?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Audio-visual resources
- Digital devices
- Teacher's Guide
- Recording devices

- Oral presentations - Written questions - Peer assessment - Checklists

Poetry

Appreciation of Poetry- Persona
Appreciation of Poetry- Subject Matter

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

- Identify the persona in a poem for comprehension
- Describe the subject matter in poems for literary analysis
- Acknowledge the importance of subject matter for literary appreciation

The learner is guided to:
- Distinguish between a poet and a persona
- Identify the persona in the poem
- Brainstorm on the term 'subject matter' in poetry and share with peers

How do themes in poems capture our shared experiences?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Poetry books
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Teacher's Guide

- Observation - Oral questions - Written questions - Peer assessment

Poetry
Fiction and Non-Fiction

Appreciation of Poetry- Themes in Poems from Kenya
Appreciation of Poetry- Significance of Subject Matter
Anthology of Short Stories- Plot and Setting

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

- Analyse the themes in poems for literary appreciation
- Discuss various themes in Kenyan poetry
- Acknowledge the importance of subject matter for literary appreciation

The learner is guided to:
- Search a variety of poems on different themes and discuss them in class with peers
- Recite poems on the environment and analyse their themes
- Share findings with peers

How do themes in poems capture our shared experiences?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Poetry books
- Digital devices
- Teacher's Guide
- Reading logs
- Anthology of short stories
- Charts
- Manilla papers

- Recitation assessment - Oral presentations - Group discussions - Peer assessment

Fiction and Non-Fiction

Anthology of Short Stories- Character and Characterisation
Anthology of Short Stories- Character Relationships
Anthology of Short Stories- Themes and Lessons
Autobiography- Language and Style
Autobiography- History and Culture

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

- Analyse the characters and their traits for literary analysis
- Identify relationships between characters
- Appreciate the value of the short story for lifelong learning

The learner is guided to:
- Identify the characters in the short story and their traits
- Practise hot seating for various characters
- Link the characters to real life and draw lessons

How do characters in short stories reflect our society?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Anthology of short stories
- Charts
- Digital devices
- Teacher's Guide
- Autobiographies
- Class portfolio

- Hot seating assessment - Oral presentations - Group discussions - Peer assessment