About This Course
This comprehensive Grade 1 Creative Activities course is a complete, play-based, learner-centred programme designed to nurture creativity, physical coordination, musical expression, artistic skills, and appreciation in young learners. It fully aligns with the official Kenya Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) for lower primary education. Through hands-on experiences using locally available, low-cost materials, learners develop key competencies such as creativity and imagination, communication and collaboration, self-efficacy, and critical thinking.
The course integrates physical movement, music, art, craft, and safety awareness, fostering holistic development while promoting Kenyan cultural values, safety, environmental consciousness, and joy in learning. It prepares Grade 1 learners for seamless progression into Grade 2 Creative Activities and builds foundational life skills for lifelong learning. The programme is suitable for both classroom implementation and structured homeschooling, with 210 practical lessons that emphasise fun, safety, inclusivity, and real-world application.
Learning Objectives
Material Includes
- Common/Shared Materials: Open outdoor space/field, chalk, old newspapers/magazines, empty plastic containers/bottles, sticks, stones, ropes, old tyres, plastic bags, leaves, soil, charcoal.
- Art & Craft: Plain paper, crayons/coloured pencils (or locally made from charcoal/soil dyes), scissors (child-safe), glue (or cassava starch), natural colours (leaves, flowers, soil).
- Music & Rhythm: Body percussion (hands/feet), homemade percussion instruments (empty tins, bells from bottle tops, drums from containers), simple recorded Kenyan songs (or teacher/learner voice).
- Physical Activities: Improvised hoops/markers, soft balls (or rolled socks/newspaper balls), logs (or rolled mats), water safety props (if available locally).
- Digital : Phone or tablet for recording performances (not mandatory).
Requirements
- For Teachers/Facilitators: Must be trained or familiar with CBC pedagogy. Use learner-centred, play-based methods. Emphasise safety at all times (clear space, no pushing, soft landings, adult supervision for outdoor/water-related activities). Assess formatively through observation, participation, and learner reflections (no formal exams).
- Class Size: Ideal 20–40 learners; adaptable for larger or smaller groups through pair/group work.
- Safety & Inclusivity: Always prioritise learner safety (especially in physical and water safety strands). Adapt activities for learners with disabilities. Promote gender equity and cultural sensitivity (incorporate local Kenyan songs/games).
- Parental/Home Involvement: Parents/guardians are encouraged to support homework (e.g., practising jumps or songs at home) and provide simple materials.
- Assessment: Continuous observation checklists, group performances, displays, and self-reflection. Use the official KICD rubrics for core competencies and values.
- Implementation Tips: Follow the suggested lesson sequence within each sub-strand. Integrate with other subjects (e.g., Maths for counting beats, Environmental Activities for materials). Store learner creations in a class portfolio for end-of-year exhibition.
- Resources Provided: Full detailed lesson plans for all 210 lessons (with outcomes, materials, step-by-step activities, and assessment tools) are available upon request or as a complete package.
Target Audience
- Primary Audience: Grade 1 learners (typically 6–7 years old) in Kenyan primary schools following the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC).
- Ideal for: Public and private schools, ECDE centres transitioning to Grade 1, homeschooling parents, tutors, and after-school programmes in Kenya or any setting using the KICD CBC framework.
- Prerequisites: None – the course is designed for beginners with no prior creative arts experience. It is fully inclusive, accommodating learners of all abilities, including those with special needs (through differentiated activities and safety adaptations).
Curriculum
1.0 Creating and Executing
1.1 Jumping
1.2 Rhythm
1.3 Drawing
1.4 Stretching
1.5 Painting and Colouring
1.6 Melody
1.7 Pattern Making
2.0 Performing and Displaying
2.1 Singing Games – Kenyan style
2.2 Throwing and Catching
2.3 Paper Craft
2.4 Log Roll and T Balances
2.5 Songs – Action songs
2.6 Modelling
2.7 Percussion Musical Instruments
3.0 Appreciation
3.1 Musical Sounds
3.2 Water Safety Awareness
Your Instructors
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Charles Boen is a passionate educator based in Nairobi, Kenya, specializing in Mathematics and Physics. He holds a Bachelor of Education Science degree from the University of Kabianga and has several years of experience teaching in secondary schools. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated strong skills in modern pedagogy, classroom management, and student mentorship.
Charles is committed to making learning engaging and accessible, both in physical classrooms and through online platforms. He is also experienced in guidance and counseling, helping learners navigate academic and personal challenges. Beyond teaching, he is actively involved in digital education, content creation, and academic support services.
With a strong interest in innovation and technology, Charles integrates modern tools into his teaching to enhance student understanding and performance. He is dedicated to empowering learners with knowledge, critical thinking skills, and confidence to succeed in their academic journeys.
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Material Includes
- Common/Shared Materials: Open outdoor space/field, chalk, old newspapers/magazines, empty plastic containers/bottles, sticks, stones, ropes, old tyres, plastic bags, leaves, soil, charcoal.
- Art & Craft: Plain paper, crayons/coloured pencils (or locally made from charcoal/soil dyes), scissors (child-safe), glue (or cassava starch), natural colours (leaves, flowers, soil).
- Music & Rhythm: Body percussion (hands/feet), homemade percussion instruments (empty tins, bells from bottle tops, drums from containers), simple recorded Kenyan songs (or teacher/learner voice).
- Physical Activities: Improvised hoops/markers, soft balls (or rolled socks/newspaper balls), logs (or rolled mats), water safety props (if available locally).
- Digital : Phone or tablet for recording performances (not mandatory).
