Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Parts of a descant recorder
Descant Recorder - Assembly and disassembly
Descant Recorder - Holding and blowing

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

-Identify the parts of a descant recorder
-Explain the functions of the parts of a descant recorder
-Show interest in learning about the descant recorder

-Demonstrate how to hold a descant recorder correctly
-Show the correct posture for playing a descant recorder
-Appreciate the importance of correct posture when playing

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Name the instrument seen in the music room
- Draw the picture of a descant recorder and point at its parts
- Match the parts of a descant recorder to their names
- Identify the part of the descant recorder that plays each function
- Discuss what a wind instrument is
- Watch a video on how to hold and blow a descant recorder
- Show a desk mate how to hold a descant recorder
- Learn how to hold a descant recorder correctly
- Practice blowing the descant recorder correctly
- Discuss the importance of good posture when playing

What are the parts of a descant recorder and their functions?
How do we hold and blow a descant recorder correctly?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 119
- Descant recorder
- Digital resources
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 120
- Recorder case
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 122
- Descant recorder
- Digital resources

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignment
- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Correct posture
Descant Recorder - Covering the fingering holes

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

-Demonstrate correct posture when playing the recorder
-Practice holding the recorder while standing and sitting
-Show awareness of proper breathing techniques

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Practice sitting upright or standing straight when playing
- Demonstrate holding the recorder with the left hand first
- Support the recorder with the right hand
- Practice maintaining proper posture while playing
- Discuss the importance of good posture for breathing

Why is correct posture important when playing the descant recorder?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 123
- Descant recorder
- Digital resources
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 124

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Producing sound

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

-Produce sound on the descant recorder
-Apply proper blowing technique
-Show perseverance in learning to play

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Practice placing lips correctly on the mouthpiece
- Demonstrate how to blow gently into the recorder
- Practice producing clear sound
- Discuss how to avoid over-blowing
- Practice breathing techniques for playing

How do we produce good sound quality on the descant recorder?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 125
- Descant recorder
- Digital resources

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Care and maintenance
Descant Recorder - Hygiene, storage, and handling

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

-Explain how to care for and maintain a descant recorder
-Demonstrate hygiene measures when using a descant recorder
-Value the importance of caring for musical instruments

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss ways of caring for and maintaining a descant recorder
- Explain the importance of cleanliness when using or handling a recorder
- Discuss how to ensure safety and hygiene when playing a descant recorder
- Identify ways to keep the descant recorder clean

Why is it important to care for and maintain a descant recorder?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 126
- Descant recorder
- Cleaning materials
- Digital resources
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 127
- Digital resources
- Reference materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignment

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Making a decorated case

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

-Collect materials for making a recorder case
-Plan the design for the case
-Show creativity in designing a case

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Collect recyclable materials such as yarns, pieces of cloth, leather
- Plan the design for the recorder case
- Consider color variation in the design
- Discuss techniques for making the case (stitching, crocheting)
- Prepare materials for making the case

How can we design a decorated case for a descant recorder?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 120
- Recyclable materials
- Fabric/leather
- Yarn
- Digital resources

- Observation - Project planning - Oral questions

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Creating a case
Descant Recorder - Embellishing the case
Descant Recorder - Cleaning a descant recorder
Descant Recorder - Playing Note B

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

-Make a descant recorder case
-Apply stitching or crocheting techniques
-Show patience in crafting

-Clean a descant recorder properly
-Explain the steps for cleaning a descant recorder
-Value the importance of keeping instruments clean

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Make a descant recorder case by stitching fabric/leather
- Alternatively, crochet the case using yarn
- Consider color variation in the design
- Ensure the case is the right size for the recorder
- Discuss challenges encountered and solutions found
- Gather materials needed for cleaning a descant recorder
- Follow steps to clean a descant recorder
- Separate the recorder into individual parts
- Clean the parts with appropriate materials
- Dry and reassemble the recorder
- Store the recorder properly

How do we make a case for a descant recorder?
How do we clean a descant recorder properly?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 120
- Fabric/leather
- Yarn
- Needles
- Scissors
- Digital resources
- Found objects
- Glue
- Recorder cases
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 129
- Descant recorder
- Cleaning materials (soft cloth, warm water, soap)
- Cleaning rod
- Dry towel
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 130
- Digital resources

- Observation - Project work - Peer assessment
- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Playing rhythms with Note B

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

-Play rhythmic patterns using Note B
-Apply proper tonguing technique
-Show enjoyment in playing rhythms

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Play the rhythms as classmates say the corresponding French rhythm names
- Practice playing Note B with the rhythm 'taa taa taa taa taa'
- Practice playing Note B with the rhythm 'taa ta-te ta-te taa taa'
- Take turns playing and reciting rhythm names
- Focus on maintaining proper fingering and blowing technique

How do we play rhythmic patterns using Note B?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 131
- Descant recorder
- Digital resources

- Observation - Performance assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Playing Note A
Descant Recorder - Comparing Notes B and A

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

-Identify the fingering position for Note A
-Play Note A on the descant recorder
-Show interest in learning new notes

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Look at the fingering position for Note A
- Cover the back hole with the left thumb, the first hole with the index finger, and the second hole with the middle finger
- Practice playing Note A with proper fingering
- Ensure proper coverage of the finger holes
- Produce a clear sound by gently blowing and tonguing

How do we play Note A on the descant recorder?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 131
- Descant recorder
- Digital resources

- Observation - Practical assessment - Performance assessment

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Playing rhythms with Note A

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

-Play rhythmic patterns using Note A
-Apply proper tonguing technique
-Show enjoyment in playing rhythms

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Play rhythms as classmates say the corresponding French rhythm names
- Practice playing Note A with the rhythm 'taa taa taa taa taa'
- Practice playing Note A with a rhythm that alternates with Note B
- Take turns playing and reciting rhythm names
- Focus on maintaining proper fingering and blowing technique

How do we play rhythmic patterns using Note A?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 132
- Descant recorder
- Digital resources

- Observation - Performance assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Playing Note G
Descant Recorder - Comparing Notes G, A, and B

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

-Identify the fingering position for Note G
-Play Note G on the descant recorder
-Show interest in learning new notes

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Look at the picture demonstrating how to play Note G
- Show a friend how to finger Note G
- Cover the back hole with the left thumb and the first three holes on the front
- Practice sounding Note G on the descant recorder
- Maintain good posture for better breathing and sound quality

How do we play Note G on the descant recorder?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 132
- Descant recorder
- Digital resources
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 133

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Playing Notes G, A, B
Descant Recorder - Using flash cards
Descant Recorder - Playing melodies

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

-Play Notes G, A, B on the descant recorder
-Transition smoothly between notes
-Show enjoyment in playing different notes

-Respond to flash cards showing Notes G, A, B
-Play the notes on sight
-Show improvement in note recognition

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Practice playing Notes G, A, B on the descant recorder
- Play the notes as shown in pitch grids: GAG, GABAG, GBGAB
- Work on transitioning smoothly between notes
- Focus on maintaining proper fingering for each note
- Practice playing the notes in different sequences
- Watch as the teacher shows flash cards randomly
- Play the note written on the flash card
- Make flash cards for Notes G, A, B
- Use the flash cards to practice playing the notes
- Take turns showing flash cards and playing notes
- Focus on quick recognition and response

How do we transition smoothly between Notes G, A, and B?
How can flash cards help us learn to play the descant recorder?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 133
- Descant recorder
- Digital resources
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 133
- Descant recorder
- Flash cards
- Digital resources
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 134

- Observation - Practical assessment - Performance assessment
- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Playing more melodies

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

-Play the melody "Down came a lady"
-Apply proper technique and breath control
-Show enjoyment in playing melodies

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Practice playing the song "Down came a lady"
- Focus on the correct fingering for each note
- Apply proper breath control
- Maintain correct rhythm and tempo
- Practice the song in sections before playing it complete
- Take turns performing the melody

How do we play "Down came a lady" on the descant recorder?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 134
- Descant recorder
- Digital resources

- Observation - Performance assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Playing "Gently sleep"
Descant Recorder - Practicing more melodies

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

-Play the melody "Gently sleep" on the descant recorder
-Apply proper technique and expression
-Evaluate recorder performances

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Play the song "Gently sleep" on the descant recorder
- Focus on the correct fingering for each note
- Apply proper breath control
- Maintain correct rhythm and tempo
- Take turns playing the song
- Talk about performances and give feedback

How do we play "Gently sleep" on the descant recorder?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 135
- Descant recorder
- Digital resources
- Digital devices for recording

- Observation - Performance assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Descant Recorder - Assessment and review

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

-Demonstrate all skills learned on the descant recorder
-Evaluate own performance
-Show confidence in playing the descant recorder

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Review all notes learned (G, A, B)
- Demonstrate proper holding, blowing, and fingering
- Play a melody combining all three notes
- Complete a self-assessment of recorder skills
- Identify areas for improvement
- Set goals for further practice

What have we learned about playing the descant recorder?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 135
- Descant recorder
- Self-assessment forms
- Digital resources

- Observation - Performance assessment - Self-assessment

Performance and Display

Swimming - Ways of water entry
Swimming - Safe pool entry

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

-Identify different ways of entering a swimming pool
-Explain the safety measures for entering a pool
-Show interest in swimming activities

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Look at pictures showing swimming pools with different water entry ways
- Talk about the water entry ways shown in the pictures
- Visit a swimming pool to learn more about entry ways
- Write brief notes about what was learned
- Share notes in class

What are the different ways of entering a swimming pool?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 136
- Digital resources
- Pictures of swimming pools
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 137
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Swimming costumes

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignment

Performance and Display

Swimming - Water games (Simon says)
Swimming - Ring-a-ring of roses
Swimming - Floating in water

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

-Participate in water games
-Follow instructions during water games
-Show enjoyment in swimming activities

-Play "Ring-a-ring of roses" in water
-Follow game instructions
-Appreciate games as a way to develop comfort in water

- Go to a swimming pool with a teacher or instructor
- Enter the pool safely without pushing others
- Choose a learner to be Simon
- Follow instructions that begin with "Simon says"
- Ignore instructions without "Simon says"
- Exit the game if an action is done without "Simon says"
- Continue until one learner remains
- Follow steps to play "Ring-a-ring of roses" in a swimming pool
- Form a circle in the water
- Sing the song together
- Move in a clockwise direction then anti-clockwise after "we all fall down"
- Fall into the water after singing "we all fall down"
- Repeat the game for enjoyment
- Use balloons while singing if desired

How do water games help develop comfort in water?
How do singing games help swimmers feel comfortable in water?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 138
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Swimming costumes
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 139
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Swimming costumes
- Balloons (optional)
- Digital resources
- Pictures of floating techniques

- Observation - Participation - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Swimming - The mushroom technique
Swimming - Practicing the mushroom float

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

-Demonstrate the mushroom float technique
-Follow the steps for performing a mushroom float
-Show confidence in water

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss what the mushroom floating technique involves
- Follow steps to do a mushroom float
- Enter the pool at the shallow end
- Take a deep breath and hold it
- Lower the head into the water
- Pull the knees toward the chest and form body into a ball
- Hold legs with both hands
- Avoid moving the head too much
- Make sure the body is fully relaxed

How do we perform a mushroom float?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 139
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Swimming costumes

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Swimming - Back or supine float

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

-Demonstrate the back or supine float
-Follow the steps for performing a back float
-Show confidence in water

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss what the back or supine float technique involves
- Follow steps to do a back or supine float
- Enter the swimming pool at the shallow end
- Take a deep breath and slowly lean back into the water
- Lift the chest and ensure the back is straight
- Keep looking up and let the head go under water covering the ears but not the face
- Keep arms at the side or stretched toward the head
- Ensure the body is relaxed
- Practice proper breathing

How do we perform a back or supine float?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 140
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Swimming costumes

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Swimming - Practicing the back float
Swimming - Front or prone float

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

-Practice the back or supine float technique
-Maintain the float position
-Show improvement in floating skills

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Review the steps for the back or supine float
- Practice entering the pool safely
- Work on leaning back slowly into the water
- Practice keeping the chest lifted and back straight
- Focus on keeping the face above water while ears are submerged
- Practice holding the position for increasing periods
- Use the mouth to breathe in and out
- Give feedback to peers on their technique

How can we improve our back float technique?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 140
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Swimming costumes

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Swimming - Practicing the front float

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

-Practice the front or prone float technique
-Maintain the float position
-Show improvement in floating skills

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Review the steps for the front or prone float
- Practice entering the pool safely
- Work on leaning forward and stretching arms
- Practice keeping the body straight while lowering into the water
- Focus on keeping the head in water while hips and legs remain at surface
- Practice holding the position for increasing periods
- Practice lifting the head to breathe
- Give feedback to peers on their technique

How can we improve our front float technique?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 140
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Swimming costumes

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Swimming - Floating techniques
Swimming - Safety in floating
Swimming - Gliding in water

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

-Compare different floating techniques
-Demonstrate all three floating techniques
-Observe safety measures when floating

-Explain what gliding is in swimming
-Identify the body position for gliding
-Show interest in learning to glide

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Watch a demonstration of the three floating techniques
- Identify the body position, arm position, and leg position during floating
- Look at pictures showing different floating techniques
- Visit the swimming pool with a teacher or instructor
- Observe a demonstration of how to float using different techniques
- Practice floating using different techniques
- Take turns practicing one technique at a time
- Observe a picture of a swimmer gliding in water
- Discuss how the body, hands, and head are positioned
- Search the internet for videos on how to glide in water
- Describe how the swimmer glides from start to finish
- Discuss the concept of gliding as moving through water without using arms, legs, chest, or head
- Explain how gliding depends on body position

How do the mushroom, supine, and prone floating techniques differ?
What is gliding in swimming?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 141
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Digital resources
- Pictures of floating techniques
- Swimming costumes
- Safety guidelines
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 142
- Digital resources
- Pictures of swimmers gliding
- Videos of gliding technique

- Observation - Practical assessment - Oral questions
- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignment

Performance and Display

Swimming - Gliding demonstration
Swimming - Practicing gliding

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

-Observe a demonstration of gliding
-Identify the key elements of gliding
-Show enthusiasm for learning to glide

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Visit a swimming pool with a teacher or instructor
- Watch a demonstration of gliding in water
- Identify the streamlined position used in gliding
- Observe how the swimmer pushes off to start moving
- Note how the swimmer maintains minimal movement
- Discuss the head position during gliding
- Ask questions about the technique

What are the key components of a good glide?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 143
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Swimming costumes

- Observation - Oral questions - Written notes

Performance and Display

Swimming - Improving gliding technique

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

-Improve gliding technique
-Glide for increasing distances
-Show improvement in swimming skills

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Review the steps for gliding in water
- Practice maintaining a streamlined position
- Work on pushing off with more force to glide further
- Practice keeping the head in the correct position
- Focus on minimizing movement during the glide
- Practice stopping safely by pushing down on the water
- Give and receive feedback from classmates

How can we improve our gliding technique?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 143
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Swimming costumes

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Performance and Display

Swimming - Safety in gliding
Swimming - Review of water entry

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

-Identify safety measures for gliding
-Apply safety measures when gliding
-Show concern for safety during water activities

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss safety measures when gliding in water
- Review the importance of adult supervision
- Practice safe entry and exit from gliding
- Discuss how to stop gliding safely
- Review depth awareness before pushing off
- Practice gliding while observing safety rules
- Review general pool safety rules

Why is safety important when gliding in water?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 144
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Swimming costumes
- Safety guidelines
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 137
- Swimming costumes

- Observation - Oral questions - Practical assessment

Performance and Display

Swimming - Review of water games

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

-Participate in various water games
-Explain how games help develop comfort in water
-Show enjoyment in water activities

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Review water games played (Simon says, Ring-a-ring of roses)
- Discuss how these games help develop comfort in water
- Introduce variations to the games
- Play the games with variations
- Discuss other water games that could be played
- Reflect on how comfort in water has improved through games

How do water games contribute to swimming skill development?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 138
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Swimming costumes
- Game materials (balloons, etc.)

- Observation - Participation - Oral reflection

Performance and Display
Performance and Display
Appreciation in Creative Arts

Swimming - Review of floating techniques
Swimming - Review of gliding technique
Swimming - Assessment and Reflection
Critique of an Art work - Concept of appreciation

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

-Demonstrate all floating techniques learned
-Transition between different floating positions
-Show confidence in floating skills

-Demonstrate all swimming skills learned
-Evaluate own swimming progress
-Show appreciation for swimming as a life skill

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Review all floating techniques learned (mushroom, back, front)
- Practice each technique with proper form
- Attempt to transition from one floating position to another
- Discuss the challenges and solutions for each technique
- Practice floating for increasing durations
- Give and receive feedback on technique
- Demonstrate all swimming skills learned
- Reflect on progress made in water entry, games, floating, and gliding
- Complete a self-assessment of swimming skills
- Discuss the importance of swimming as a life skill
- Set goals for further swimming development
- Celebrate achievements in swimming

How have our floating skills improved?
What swimming skills have we developed and how can we continue to improve?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 141
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Swimming costumes
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 143
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 144
- Swimming pool
- Swimming instructor
- Swimming costumes
- Self-assessment forms
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 157
- Digital resources
- Reference materials

- Observation - Practical assessment - Self-assessment
- Observation - Practical assessment - Self-assessment - Oral reflection

Appreciation in Creative Arts

Critique of an Art work - Aspects of appreciation
Critique of an Art work - Selecting artworks
Critique of an Art work - Preparing for display

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

-Explain different aspects of appreciation in Creative Arts
-Analyze artworks based on these aspects
-Value the importance of appreciation in Creative Arts

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, further discuss the aspects of appreciation:
- Behavior
- Aesthetic
- Skills
- Message
- Feedback
- Care
- Observe and describe artworks using these aspects
- Create a simple rubric for appreciation

What aspects do we consider when appreciating Creative Arts works?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 158
- Digital resources
- Sample artworks
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 159
- Previously created artworks
- Digital resources
- Display boards
- Props
- Labels

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignment

Appreciation in Creative Arts

Critique of an Art work - Setting up a gallery
Critique of an Art work - Gallery walk
Critique of an Art work - Critiquing artworks

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

-Display works of Creative Arts in appropriate areas
-Arrange artworks effectively
-Show care when handling artworks

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Display works of Creative Arts in appropriate areas within the school
- Mount artworks securely
- Arrange artworks at appropriate heights
- Ensure labels are visible and accurate
- Handle artworks carefully
- Create an inviting gallery space

How do we create an effective art gallery in school?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 159
- Artworks
- Display materials
- Digital resources
- School art gallery
- Critique guidelines

- Observation - Project work - Group assessment

Appreciation in Creative Arts

Critique of an Art work - Folk song analysis
Critique of an Art work - Folk song performance
Critique of an Art work - Folk song analysis

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

-Identify components for analyzing folk songs
-Analyze a Kenyan folk song
-Value Kenyan folk songs

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, brainstorm on how to undertake critical analysis of Kenyan folk songs focusing on:
- Community of origin
- Type/occasion
- Instrumentation
- Participants (soloist, instrumentalist, singers)
- Create a chart with the components
- Discuss examples of folk songs

How do we analyze Kenyan folk songs?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 160
- Audio recordings of Kenyan folk songs
- Digital resources
- Traditional instruments
- Digital resources
- Digital devices for recording
- Recordings of folk song performances

- Observation - Oral questions - Group discussions

Appreciation in Creative Arts

Critique of an Art work - Netball

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

-Participate in netball events
-Apply netball skills learned
-Show sportsmanship during competitions

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Participate in netball events for fun and inter-class championships
- Apply skills learned (passing, catching, shooting)
- Follow rules of the game
- Demonstrate teamwork and sportsmanship
- Record games for later analysis
- Discuss performance after the game

How do we apply netball skills in a competition?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 160
- Netball court
- Netballs
- Bibs
- Digital devices for recording

- Observation - Performance assessment - Peer assessment

Appreciation in Creative Arts

Critique of an Art work - Athletics
Critique of an Art work - Gymnastics
Critique of an Art work - Sport analysis

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

-Participate in athletics events
-Apply athletics skills learned
-Show determination during competitions

-Analyze sports performances
-Apply criteria for sports critique
-Show fairness when evaluating performances

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Participate in athletics events for fun and inter-class championships
- Apply skills learned (sprinting, medium and elongated starts)
- Follow rules of athletics
- Demonstrate proper technique
- Record events for later analysis
- Discuss performance after the events
- Appreciate the performances with focus on:
- Teamwork
- Safety for self and others
- Technique
- Sportsmanship
- Watch recordings of performances
- Provide constructive feedback
- Suggest improvements

How do we apply athletics skills in a competition?
How do we analyze sports performances effectively?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 160
- Athletics track
- Stopwatch
- Digital devices for recording
- Mats
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 160
- Recordings of sports performances
- Digital resources

- Observation - Performance assessment - Peer assessment
- Observation - Oral discussions - Peer assessment

Appreciation in Creative Arts

Critique of an Art work - Kenyan National Anthem
Critique of an Art work - Importance of appreciation

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

-Describe the Kenya National Anthem
-Analyze the structure and message
-Show reverence for the National Anthem

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Research the Kenya National Anthem
- Identify the number of stanzas
- Discuss the occasions when it's performed
- Analyze the instruments that accompany it
- Discuss the roles of participants
- Explain the message and values in the anthem
- Sing the anthem with proper technique

How do we analyze the Kenya National Anthem?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 162
- Recording of the Kenya National Anthem
- Text of the Kenya National Anthem
- Digital resources
- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 166
- Digital resources
- Reference materials

- Observation - Oral discussions - Written assignment

Appreciation in Creative Arts

Critique of an Art work - Creating a portfolio

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

-Create a portfolio of Creative Arts works
-Select appropriate works for the portfolio
-Show pride in creative achievements

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Collect all paintings, balls, clay slabs, and montage pictures made in class
- Select the best works for the portfolio
- Organize works by type, date, or theme
- Create labels for each work
- Take photographs of the collection
- Prepare a physical or digital portfolio
- Present portfolios in class

How do we create an effective Creative Arts portfolio?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 158
- Creative Arts works
- Digital devices for photography
- Portfolio materials

- Observation - Project work - Peer assessment

Appreciation in Creative Arts

Critique of an Art work - Showcasing artworks
Critique of an Art work - Showcasing performances

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

-Showcase artworks in a gallery
-Explain the process of showcasing
-Value the importance of sharing creative works

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Organize an art gallery in school
- Set a date and invite the school community
- Select the best artworks in each category
- Prepare display boards and areas
- Write short messages describing artworks
- Display artworks effectively
- Answer questions about the artworks
- Share information about materials and techniques

How do we showcase our artworks effectively?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 161
- Artworks
- Display materials
- Digital resources
- Performance space
- Costumes
- Instruments

- Observation - Project work - Peer assessment

Appreciation in Creative Arts

Critique of an Art work - Critiquing displayed artworks

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

-Critique displayed artworks effectively
-Apply criteria for art critique
-Value diverse cultural expressions in art

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Look at displayed artworks
- Identify the artwork and materials used
- Describe the artwork in terms of message, beauty, and skill
- Discuss the uses of the artworks
- Take a gallery walk and critique the artworks
- Give feedback to the artists
- Complete a critique form for different artworks
- Discuss the importance of constructive criticism

How do we critique artworks effectively and respectfully?

- Longhorn Creative Arts Learner's Book Grade 4 pg. 164
- Displayed artworks
- Critique forms
- Digital resources

- Observation - Written critiques - Peer assessment