1

Fiction and Non-Fiction

Fiction: Novel from Kenya- Features of Prose Fiction

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe features of prose fiction for knowledge
- Distinguish prose fiction from other literary forms
- Appreciate the characteristics of prose fiction

The learner is guided to:
- Team up with peers to search for features of prose fiction
- Present findings in class for peer review
- Prepare a mind map summarising genres of fiction

What makes prose fiction different from other forms?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Fiction samples
- Digital devices
- Mind mapping materials

- Mind map assessment - Presentations - Peer review - Checklists

Fiction and Non-Fiction

Fiction: Novel from Kenya- The Author
Fiction: Novel from Kenya- The Plot (Part 1)
Fiction: Novel from Kenya- The Plot (Part 2)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Research information about the author of the set novel
- Relate the author's background to the novel
- Value the role of the author in literary creation

The learner is guided to:
- Search online or offline for information about the author
- Discuss the author's background and works
- Present findings to class

Why is it important to know about an author?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Set novel
- Internet resources
- Author biography materials
- Flow chart materials
- Markers and chart paper
- Portfolio materials
- Writing tools

- Research presentation - Oral discussions - Written summaries - Assessment rubrics

Fiction and Non-Fiction

Fiction: Novel from Kenya- The Setting (Location)
Fiction: Novel from Kenya- The Setting (Time)
Fiction: Novel from Kenya- The Novel and Culture (Part 1)
Fiction: Novel from Kenya- The Novel and Culture (Part 2)
Non-Fiction: Introduction- Features of Non-Fiction
Non-Fiction: Introduction- Categories of Non-Fiction

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Analyse the setting of the novel based on location
- Describe physical and social settings
- Appreciate how setting influences the story
- Relate cultural aspects in the novel to real life
- Critically analyse cultural representation
- Value the novel for cultural awareness and lifelong learning

The learner is guided to:
- Analyse the setting of the novel based on location
- Make notes on geographical and social context
- Discuss how setting affects characters and plot
The learner is guided to:
- Relate the cultural aspects in the novel to real life
- Discuss contemporary cultural issues reflected in the text
- Present findings on cultural relevance

Where does the story take place and why does it matter?
What can we learn about our culture from this novel?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Set novel
- Maps or visual aids
- Note-taking materials
- Timeline materials
- Historical references
- Cultural reference materials
- Discussion guides
- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Set novel
- Real-life examples
- Presentation materials
- Non-fiction samples
- Digital devices
- Comparison charts
- Various non-fiction samples
- Category charts
- Collection materials

- Setting analysis - Written notes - Oral discussions - Checklists
- Comparative analysis - Oral presentations - Peer assessment - Self-reflection

Fiction and Non-Fiction
Poetry
Poetry
Poetry
Poetry

Non-Fiction: Introduction- Importance and Review
Appreciation of Poetry- Types of Poems (Part 1)
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:
- Explain the importance of non-fiction in literature
- Demonstrate understanding of features and categories
- Acknowledge non-fiction for lifelong learning

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss the significance of non-fiction prose
- Review samples collected and categorised
- Present findings on importance of non-fiction

Why should we read non-fiction?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Sample non-fiction texts
- Presentation materials
- Assessment tools
- Poetry anthologies
- Digital devices
- Graphic organiser materials
- Sample poems
- Comparison charts
- Analysis tools
- Selected poems
- Performance space
- Recording devices
- Various poems
- Evaluation rubrics

- Oral presentations - Written summaries - Peer assessment - Self-evaluation

2

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

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
- Graphic organisers
- Analysis materials

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

Fiction and Non-Fiction

Fiction: Novel from Kenya- Values (Part 1)
Fiction: Novel from Kenya- Values (Part 2)
Fiction: Novel from Kenya- Comprehensive Review
Non-Fiction: Personal Journal- Structure
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:
- Identify values promoted in the novel
- Discuss how characters embody values
- Appreciate the moral dimension of literature
- Describe the structure of a personal journal
- Identify components of journal entries
- Appreciate the format of personal journals

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss the role that characters play in promotion of values
- Identify specific values in the novel
- Link values to character actions
The learner is guided to:
- Conduct an online search on characteristics of personal journals
- Discuss the structure of a personal journal
- Present findings on a mind map

What values are promoted in the novel?
What is the structure of a personal journal?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Set novel
- Values charts
- Discussion guides
- Real-life examples
- Presentation materials
- Review materials
- Assessment tools
- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Sample journals
- Digital devices
- Mind mapping materials
- Sample personal journals
- Analysis tools
- Note-taking materials
- Writing materials
- Peer review guides

- Values identification - Group discussions - Written analysis - Oral presentations
- Structure identification - Mind map assessment - Presentations - Checklists

Fiction and Non-Fiction
Oral Literature

Non-Fiction: Personal Journal- Language and Style
Non-Fiction: Personal Journal- Thematic Writing
Non-Fiction: Personal Journal- Review and Portfolio Organisation
Songs/Oral Poetry- Form and Structure

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
- Audio recordings
- Charts
- Teacher's Guide

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

6

Oral Literature
Oral Literature
Oral Literature
Poetry
Poetry
Poetry
Poetry

Songs/Oral Poetry- Features of Lullabies and Play Songs
Songs/Oral Poetry- Functions
Songs/Oral Poetry- Performance
Appreciation of Poetry- Repetition
Appreciation of Poetry- Refrain
Appreciation of Poetry- Chorus
Appreciation of Poetry- Composing with Rhythm

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe the structure and features of play songs and lullabies for literary appreciation
- Analyse the functions of play songs and lullabies for literary analysis
- Appreciate the role of songs in oral tradition

The learner is guided to:
- Brainstorm on the functions of play songs and lullabies
- Listen to or watch a play song and a lullaby
- Identify the subject matter in the songs and share for review

How do lullabies enhance family relationships?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Audio-visual resources
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Teacher's Guide
- Audio recordings
- Class portfolio
- Poetry books
- School magazine

- Observation - Oral presentations - Peer assessment - Checklists

Fiction and Non-Fiction

Anthology of Short Stories- Features
Anthology of Short Stories- History
Anthology of Short Stories- Culture

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the features of a short story for literary appreciation
- Interpret the elements of culture in the short story for lifelong learning
- Appreciate how history and culture have shaped the short story as a form of fiction

The learner is guided to:
- Search for features of short stories from online and offline sources and present findings to the class
- Collaborate to discuss the features of the short stories and peer review
- Make notes on features of short stories

How has history and culture influenced the short story?

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

- Observation - Oral presentations - Written questions - Peer assessment

Fiction and Non-Fiction

Anthology of Short Stories- Reading and Collection
Anthology of Short Stories- Plot and Setting
Anthology of Short Stories- Character and Characterisation
Anthology of Short Stories- Lessons
Autobiography- Structure
Autobiography- Content

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Read and collect short stories for literary appreciation
- Organise short stories in a portfolio
- Appreciate how history and culture have shaped the short story as a form of fiction
- Extract moral lessons from short stories
- Relate short stories to real life experiences
- Appreciate the value of the short story for lifelong learning

The learner is guided to:
- Team up to collect short stories and organise them in a class portfolio
- Conduct a reading session on the short stories collected and review with peers
- Share findings from reading sessions
The learner is guided to:
- Collaborate to present a summary of the characters and their relationship with others in a graphic organiser and display it in the classroom
- Pick out the moral lessons from the short story
- Relate lessons to real life

How has history and culture influenced the short story?
Why should we pick moral lessons from short stories?

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

- Portfolio assessment - Reading assessment - Peer assessment - Observation
- Graphic organiser assessment - Oral questions - Group discussions - Checklists

7

Oral Literature
Oral Literature
Oral Literature

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

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify the features of a good performance for information
- Discuss qualities of a good story teller for literary appreciation
- Acknowledge the place of performance in oral literature for lifelong learning

The learner is guided to:
- Watch a performance of various forms of oral literature and brainstorm on the verbal and non-verbal features applied
- Search online or offline sources for features of a good performance and present findings in class
- Brainstorm on the qualities of a good story teller and share with peers

How does performance affect the subject matter in oral literature?

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

- Observation - Oral questions - Group discussions - Peer assessment

Oral Literature
Poetry
Poetry
Poetry

Performance in Oral Literature- Practical Performance
Appreciation of Poetry- Persona
Appreciation of Poetry- Subject Matter
Appreciation of Poetry- Themes in Poems from Kenya

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Perform oral literature pieces effectively
- Use verbal and non-verbal cues appropriately
- Acknowledge the place of performance in oral literature for lifelong learning

The learner is guided to:
- Perform an oral literature piece using the performance techniques
- Review each other's performance for creativity and correctness
- Record performances for assessment

How does performance affect the subject matter in oral literature?

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

- Performance assessment - Peer assessment - Video assessment - Checklists

Poetry
Fiction and Non-Fiction

Appreciation of Poetry- Significance of Subject Matter
Appreciation of Poetry- Reading Log and Sessions
Anthology of Short Stories- Plot and Setting

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Discuss the significance of subject matter in poems
- Analyse themes in a variety of poems for literary appreciation
- Acknowledge the importance of subject matter for literary appreciation

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss the significance of the subject matter in poems
- Conduct poetry sessions as a class to read varied poems
- Prepare a reading log on poems read and identify the subject matter and themes from the poems

How do themes in poems capture our shared experiences?

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

- Reading log assessment - Oral questions - 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
Anthology of Short Stories- Language and Style
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
- Analyse language and style in short stories for critical analysis
- Identify stylistic devices used in short stories
- 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
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss the language used and style in the short story
- Make notes on language and style used in the short story
- Collaborate to summarise themes in a graphic organiser for peer review

How do characters in short stories reflect our society?
Why do we study short stories in literature?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Anthology of short stories
- Charts
- Digital devices
- Teacher's Guide
- 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
- Written questions - Oral presentations - Peer assessment - Checklists

8

Oral Literature
Oral Literature
Oral Literature

Songs/Oral Poetry- Form of Initiation Songs
Songs/Oral Poetry- Subject Matter and Functions
Songs/Oral Poetry- Performance of Initiation Songs

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify the features of initiation songs for information
- Analyse the subject matter and functions of a given initiation song
- Acknowledge the significance of initiation songs in promoting culture

The learner is guided to:
- Listen to initiation songs and identify their features
- Search online or offline for features and functions of initiation songs and present their findings
- Read a given initiation song and collaborate to discuss its subject matter

How do the initiation songs propagate promotion of culture?

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

- Observation - Oral questions - Group discussions - Peer assessment

Poetry

Appreciation of Poetry- Imagery
Appreciation of Poetry- Simile
Appreciation of Poetry- Metaphor

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe imagery in a poem for literary analysis
- Analyse imagery in a poem for literary appreciation
- Acknowledge the importance of imagery for literary appreciation

The learner is guided to:
- Search the meaning of 'imagery' from print and non-print sources
- Identify types of imagery in poetry and share with peers
- Team up to prepare a mind map summarising the types of imagery and display in class

How does the use of imagery promote imagination and creativity in poetry?

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

- Mind map assessment - Oral questions - Peer assessment - Observation

Poetry
Fiction and Non-Fiction
Fiction and Non-Fiction

Appreciation of Poetry- Composing with Imagery
The Play from Kenya- Performance Preparation
The Play from Kenya- Rehearsals and Blocking

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Compose poems using imagery, similes and metaphors
- Apply figurative language in poetry writing
- Acknowledge the importance of imagery for literary appreciation

The learner is guided to:
- Collaborate and use imagery, similes and metaphors to write a poem on road safety
- Organise their poem in the class portfolio
- Share and review each other's poems

How does the use of imagery promote imagination and creativity in poetry?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Poetry books
- Class portfolio
- Digital devices
- Teacher's Guide
- Play from Kenya
- Scripts
- Props
- Costumes
- Performance space

- Creative writing assessment - Portfolio assessment - Peer assessment - Self-assessment

Fiction and Non-Fiction
Fiction and Non-Fiction
Oral Literature

The Play from Kenya- Performance Techniques
The Play from Kenya- Final Rehearsal
Literary/Narrative Journalism- Introduction and Features
Literary/Narrative Journalism- Themes and Techniques
Literary/Narrative Journalism- Writing Practice
Oral Literature Fieldwork- Objectives

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Apply verbal and non-verbal performance techniques
- Use voice projection and expression effectively
- Appreciate the value of performing plays
- Identify themes in literary journalism
- Analyse storytelling techniques used
- Appreciate the importance of literary journalism for lifelong learning

The learner is guided to:
- Practice voice projection and modulation
- Apply facial expressions and body language
- Work on timing and pacing
- Rehearse with emphasis on dramatic techniques
The learner is guided to:
- Read literary journalism pieces and identify themes
- Discuss storytelling techniques such as narrative structure, character development, and descriptive language
- Compare literary journalism with fiction
- Share findings with peers

Why is performance important in studying plays?
What makes literary journalism different from regular news reporting?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Play from Kenya
- Audio-visual resources
- Performance space
- Teacher's Guide
- Props
- Costumes
- Newspapers
- Magazines
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Newspapers
- Magazines
- Digital devices
- Teacher's Guide
- Notebooks
- Class portfolio
- Charts

- Performance technique assessment - Peer assessment - Observation - Checklists
- Oral presentations - Group discussions - Written analysis - Peer assessment

9

Oral Literature
Oral Literature
Oral Literature
Oral Literature

Oral Literature Fieldwork- Importance
Oral Literature Fieldwork- Methods of Data Collection
Oral Literature Fieldwork- Requirements and Ethics
Oral Literature Fieldwork- Preparation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the importance of fieldwork in oral literature
- Evaluate methods of data collection in fieldwork
- Appreciate the value of fieldwork in research

The learner is guided to:
- Collaborate to summarise the information in a graphic organiser and display in the classroom for peer review
- Collaborate to discuss the value of the fieldwork project
- Make notes on importance of fieldwork

Why is fieldwork important in oral literature?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Charts
- Digital devices
- Teacher's Guide
- Recording devices
- Notebooks

- Graphic organiser assessment - Oral presentations - Peer assessment - Checklists

Oral Literature
Poetry
Poetry

Oral Literature Fieldwork- Execution
Appreciation of Poetry- Tone and Mood
Appreciation of Poetry- Subject Matter

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Conduct a fieldwork research on short forms for literary appreciation
- Collect data using appropriate methods
- Appreciate the value of fieldwork in research

The learner is guided to:
- Conduct a fieldwork research on short forms as an extended learning activity
- Collect data using appropriate methods
- Document fieldwork experiences

Why is fieldwork important in oral literature?

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

- Fieldwork assessment - Observation - Data collection assessment - Checklists

Poetry

Appreciation of Poetry- Themes
Appreciation of Poetry- Reading Sessions
Appreciation of Poetry- Reading Log

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Analyse themes in a variety of poems for literary appreciation
- Discuss various themes in poetry
- Acknowledge the significance of subject matter in poems for literary appreciation

The learner is guided to:
- Recite poems on the environment and analyse their themes
- Share findings with peers
- Discuss the significance of the subject matter in poems

Why is it important to study a variety of themes in poetry?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Poetry books
- Digital devices
- Teacher's Guide
- Reading logs
- Class portfolio

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

Fiction and Non-Fiction

Anthology of Short Stories- Themes
Anthology of Short Stories- Themes and Real Life
Anthology of Short Stories- Language and Style
Anthology of Short Stories- Values
Anthology of Short Stories- Comprehensive Analysis
Literary/Narrative Journalism- Structure and Language

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Discuss the themes in short stories for literary appreciation
- Analyse language and style in short stories for critical analysis
- Appreciate the values in short stories for lifelong learning
- Discuss values depicted in short stories
- Relate values to real life experiences
- Appreciate the values in short stories for lifelong learning

The learner is guided to:
- Search online or offline for thematic concerns in short stories and share in class
- Read a short story and identify the themes for peer review
- Collaborate to discuss themes in short stories and present their findings for peer review
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss how values are depicted from themes in the short story
- Relate the aspects of values depicted in the short story to real life
- Make presentations on values identified

Why do we study short stories in literature?

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

- Observation - Oral presentations - Group discussions - Peer assessment
- Oral presentations - Group discussions - Peer assessment - Observation

Fiction and Non-Fiction

Literary/Narrative Journalism- Themes and Values
Literary/Narrative Journalism- Writing and Publishing

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Discuss the themes in literary journalism for literary analysis
- Explore the influence of values in literary journalism for lifelong learning
- Appreciate the importance of literary journalism for lifelong learning

The learner is guided to:
- Write a story based on a true account
- Share with peers how values are infused in their story
- Collaborate to peer review the story for the appropriateness and creativity

How can literary journalism promote lifelong learning?

- Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Newspapers
- Magazines
- Class portfolio
- Teacher's Guide

- Creative writing assessment - Peer assessment - Portfolio assessment - Checklists