People, Population and Relationships

Human Diversity and interpersonal relationships - Factors determining human diversity

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define human diversity
- Identify factors that determine human diversity in society
- Appreciate human diversity in society

- Learners to use a dictionary or reference material to find out the meaning of human diversity
- Discuss how human diversity influences relationships among people
- Study a picture and identify human diversities shown
- Research factors that determine human diversity in society
- Complete a personal journal identifying personal characteristics

How do varied personalities shape society?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 40
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Dictionary

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

People, Population and Relationships

Human Diversity and interpersonal relationships - Interpersonal skills
Human Diversity and interpersonal relationships - Desirable and undesirable personality attributes

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify interpersonal skills that enhance healthy interactions
- Analyze life skills that promote healthy relationships
- Value interpersonal skills that enhance healthy interactions

- Learners to listen to a resource person talk about interpersonal skills that enhance healthy interactions in a multicultural society
- Use digital devices or print media to read about negotiation skills and other interpersonal skills
- Create a table categorizing skills that enhance or hinder healthy interactions
- Make a poster displaying interpersonal skills with brief descriptions

Why is respect and appreciation of diversity crucial for social cohesion?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 41
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Resource person
- Chart papers
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 42

- Observation - Oral questions - Project work

People, Population and Relationships

Human Diversity and interpersonal relationships - Benefits of healthy relationships

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the importance of building healthy relationships in a multicultural society
- Compose a poem on the importance of healthy relationships
- Appreciate the importance of building healthy relationships

- Learners to research the importance of building healthy relationships in a multicultural society
- Read a placard designed by a Grade 7 learner about healthy relationships
- Read a dialogue between students discussing the importance of healthy relationships
- Compose a poem on the importance of building healthy relationships
- Inquire from parents/guardians on importance of building healthy relationships

What are the benefits of healthy relationships in a multicultural society?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 44
- Digital resources
- Print materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Creative writing assessment

People, Population and Relationships

Human Diversity and interpersonal relationships - Promoting inclusion and diversity

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Discuss ways to promote inclusion and diversity
- Create messages that promote inclusion and diversity
- Show respect for diversity in society

- Learners to sing a song about interpersonal skills and cultural harmony
- Recite a poem on respect and diversity
- Discuss ways to show inclusion and respect to people who are different
- Create posters with messages promoting inclusion and diversity
- Compose poems or songs celebrating diversity

How can we promote inclusion and respect for diversity in our society?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 45
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Chart papers

- Observation - Oral questions - Creative work assessment

People, Population and Relationships

Peace and conflict resolution - Qualities of a peaceful person
Peace and conflict resolution - Factors promoting peaceful coexistence

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify qualities of a peaceful person in the community
- Discuss qualities of a peaceful person
- Value the importance of being a peaceful person

- Learners to use relevant reference materials or digital devices to search on qualities of a peaceful person
- Outline qualities of a peaceful person in the community
- Read flashcards with qualities of a peaceful person
- Read a conversation about qualities of a peaceful person
- Inquire from parents/guardians on qualities of a peaceful person

What qualities make someone a peaceful person?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 53
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Flashcards
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 54
- Resource person
- Chart papers

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

People, Population and Relationships

Peace and conflict resolution - Peaceful conflict resolution process

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify steps in peaceful conflict resolution process
- Apply steps in peaceful conflict resolution in day-to-day life
- Value the importance of peaceful conflict resolution

- Learners to study a chart showing peaceful conflict resolution process
- Write down the steps of peaceful conflict resolution process
- Research more about peaceful conflict resolution process
- Create a chart on peaceful conflict resolution process
- Role-play conflict resolution scenarios

How can I manage stress and emotion to promote inner peace?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 55
- Digital resources
- Print materials
- Chart papers

- Observation - Role play assessment - Written assignments

People, Population and Relationships

Peace and conflict resolution - Resolving conflicts in everyday situations

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Demonstrate peaceful conflict resolution in everyday situations
- Explain the process of resolving conflicts
- Show commitment to resolving conflicts peacefully

- Learners to practice resolving conflicts between friends arguing over ownership of a textbook
- Explain and assess the process followed in resolving the conflict
- Help resolve a disagreement between two learners over a burst ball
- Role-play the conflict resolution process
- Present the play to the class

What steps should be followed when resolving conflicts?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 56
- Digital resources
- Print materials

- Observation - Performance assessment - Oral questions

People, Population and Relationships

Peace and conflict resolution - Importance of peaceful coexistence
Peace and conflict resolution - Managing stress and emotions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the importance of peaceful coexistence
- Debate on the importance of peaceful coexistence
- Appreciate the value of peaceful coexistence

- Learners to recite a poem on the importance of peaceful coexistence
- Identify the importance of peaceful coexistence from the poem
- Explain other importance of peaceful coexistence in the community
- Organize a debate on the importance of peaceful coexistence
- Write points and share with classmates

Why is peaceful coexistence important in our society?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 57
- Digital resources
- Print materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 58

- Observation - Debate assessment - Written assignments

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Earth and the Solar System - Internal structure

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Illustrate the internal structure of the earth
- Identify the layers of earth's structure
- Show interest in earth's composition

- Research how the layers of the internal structure of the earth are arranged
- Study a diagram showing the internal structure of earth
- Name the layers of earth's structure (crust, mantle, core)
- Draw the internal structure of the earth
- Label all the parts
- Display diagrams in the class learning corner

What is inside the Earth?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 90
- Diagrams of earth's structure
- Digital resources
- Art materials

- Observation - Drawing assessment - Written tests

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Weather - Elements of weather

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe elements of weather in the environment
- Identify instruments used to measure weather elements
- Value the importance of weather observation

- Study pictures showing elements of weather
- Identify the elements of weather shown in each picture
- List other elements of weather
- Create flash cards showing elements of weather
- Observe weather conditions in the school compound
- Name weather instruments used to measure weather elements

Why are elements of weather in the environment important?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 91
- Pictures of weather elements
- Digital resources

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Weather - Weather instruments construction

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Construct selected instruments for measuring elements of weather
- Explain how weather instruments function
- Show interest in meteorological measurement

- Read steps involved in constructing weather instruments
- Construct a rain gauge using plastic bottles, rulers, and other materials
- Construct a wind vane using straws, manila paper, and other materials
- Construct a windsock using manila paper, string, and other materials
- Test the instruments in the school compound

How can we predict change in weather conditions?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 92-95
- Materials for constructing instruments
- Digital resources

- Observation - Practical assessment - Oral questions

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Weather - Weather observation
Weather - Weather significance

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Record and analyze weather data
- Interpret weather patterns
- Value the importance of weather recording

- Observe and identify weather instruments
- Discuss how each instrument works in a weather station
- Study a weather chart showing recordings of temperature and rainfall
- Create a weather recording sheet
- Use instruments to record weather conditions
- Share completed recording sheets for peer review

How can we use weather data?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 96-97
- Weather instruments
- Recording charts
- Digital resources
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 98-99
- Pictures of weather-related activities

- Observation - Data collection - Record keeping assessment

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Weather - Weather response

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Respond appropriately to different weather conditions
- Explain adaptations to weather changes
- Value the importance of safety during severe weather

- Study pictures showing people in different weather conditions
- Explain what is happening in each picture
- Identify the weather conditions shown
- Discuss how to respond to different weather conditions
- Share personal experiences of responding to weather changes
- Create posters showing appropriate responses to weather conditions

How should we adapt to different weather conditions?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 99-100
- Pictures of weather responses
- Digital resources
- Art materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Poster assessment

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Fieldwork - Data collection methods

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define fieldwork and its purpose
- Identify methods of data collection used in fieldwork
- Value the importance of fieldwork in research

- Research the meaning of fieldwork
- Find out methods of data collection used in fieldwork
- Discuss methods of data collection (observation, questionnaires, interviews, group discussions)
- Create a chart showing data collection methods and their uses

Why is fieldwork important in social studies?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 101
- Research materials
- Digital resources

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Fieldwork - Data collection practice
Fieldwork - Importance of fieldwork

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Apply data collection methods in fieldwork
- Analyze the effectiveness of different methods
- Show interest in data collection techniques

- Study images of people collecting data
- Identify the methods being used
- Match methods of data collection with their correct descriptions
- Practice using different data collection methods in small groups
- Discuss the advantages and limitations of each method

How should we conduct fieldwork?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 102-103
- Data collection tools
- Digital resources
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 103-104
- Research materials

- Observation - Practical assessment - Written exercises

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Fieldwork - Challenges and solutions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify challenges faced during fieldwork
- Propose solutions to fieldwork challenges
- Show interest in overcoming research difficulties

- Research challenges that one may face during fieldwork
- Study a chart showing challenges during fieldwork
- Discuss the challenges with peers
- Read a conversation about fieldwork challenges and solutions
- Identify challenges and solutions from the conversation
- Create a table of challenges and corresponding solutions

What challenges might arise during fieldwork?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 104-105
- Research materials
- Digital resources

- Observation - Group discussions - Written assignments

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Fieldwork - Data analysis methods

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify methods of data analysis after fieldwork
- Apply data analysis methods to sample data
- Value the importance of accurate data analysis

- Research methods of data analysis
- Analyze sample data using mean, mode, and median
- Practice data analysis with examples of transport means and food preferences
- Present analysis results to the class
- Discuss the significance of data analysis in research

How can we analyze data collected from fieldwork?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 105-106
- Sample data sets
- Calculators
- Digital resources

- Observation - Calculation exercises - Presentation assessment

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Fieldwork - Valuing fieldwork
Fieldwork - Planning a project

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain how to value fieldwork in investigating phenomena
- Identify the contributions of fieldwork to research
- Show appreciation for fieldwork as a research method

- Discuss the benefits of fieldwork to the immediate environment
- Answer "What value does fieldwork have to the immediate environment?"
- Research how fieldwork contributes to environmental awareness
- Create a summary of how to value fieldwork in investigating the environment
- Share work with classmates

How does fieldwork contribute to environmental awareness?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 107
- Research materials
- Digital resources
- Planning templates

- Observation - Oral presentations - Written assignments

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Fieldwork - Conducting fieldwork

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Conduct fieldwork on an environmental topic
- Apply data collection methods
- Show respect during the fieldwork process

- Carry out fieldwork on the chosen topic within the school locality
- Focus on environmental issues
- Use appropriate methods of data collection
- Document the fieldwork process
- Show respect throughout the process

How can we collect data effectively during fieldwork?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 107-108
- Data collection tools
- Notebooks
- Digital resources

- Observation - Fieldwork process - Documentation assessment

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Fieldwork - Data analysis and presentation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Analyze data collected during fieldwork
- Present findings in appropriate formats
- Value the importance of accurate analysis

- Use methods of data analysis to analyze collected data
- Organize data in tables, charts, or graphs
- Interpret patterns and trends in the data
- Prepare presentations of the findings
- Share findings with classmates for peer assessment

How should we analyze and present fieldwork data?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 108
- Collected data
- Analysis tools
- Presentation materials

- Observation - Analysis accuracy - Presentation skills

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa

Fieldwork - Report writing

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Write comprehensive reports on fieldwork
- Structure reports appropriately
- Show pride in completed research

- Write reports on the fieldwork including:
- Introduction and objectives
- Methodology
- Findings and analysis
- Conclusion and recommendations
- Make class presentations of the reports
- Display reports at the Social Studies learning corner

How can we effectively report fieldwork findings?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 108
- Report templates
- Writing materials
- Digital resources

- Observation - Report assessment - Presentation skills

Natural and Historic Built Environments in Africa
Political Development and Governance

Fieldwork - Project presentation
Political Development in Africa up to 1900 - Political organization

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Present fieldwork findings effectively
- Respond to questions about the project
- Value the importance of sharing research findings

- Prepare final presentations of fieldwork projects
- Present findings to the class using visual aids
- Answer questions from peers and teacher
- Provide constructive feedback on other presentations
- Reflect on the fieldwork experience

How can we effectively communicate fieldwork findings?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 108
- Presentation materials
- Visual aids
- Digital resources
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 109
- Reference materials

- Observation - Presentation skills - Peer assessment

Political Development and Governance

Political Development in Africa up to 1900 - Scramble for Africa

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the meaning of "Scramble for and Partition of Africa"
- Identify European powers involved in the scramble
- Show interest in African colonial history

- Research the meaning of "Scramble for and Partition of Africa"
- Discuss the meaning with peers
- Write an essay explaining "Scramble for and Partition of Africa"
- Present essays for peer review
- Share work with parents or guardians

How did developments in Europe influence the scramble and partition of Africa?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 109-110
- Reference materials
- Digital resources

- Observation - Essay assessment - Oral presentations

Political Development and Governance

Political Development in Africa up to 1900 - European roles

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explore roles of European groups in the "Scramble for and Partition" of Africa
- Identify European powers and their territories
- Show interest in colonial history

- Research the roles of European groups in the "Scramble for and Partition of Africa"
- Study a chart showing European groups and their roles
- Create a chart showing European groups and their roles in Africa
- Share work with peers for feedback

What motivated European powers to colonize Africa?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 110-112
- Chart materials
- Digital resources
- Reference books

- Observation - Chart assessment - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

Political Development in Africa up to 1900 - Berlin Conference
Political Development in Africa up to 1900 - Colonial territories

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Examine the terms of the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885
- Explain the significance of the conference
- Value the importance of understanding colonial history

- Research terms of the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885
- Study a poster with information about the Berlin Conference
- Discuss questions related to the conference
- Create posters on the terms of the Berlin Conference
- Display posters in the Social Studies learning corner

What were the outcomes of the Berlin Conference?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 112-113
- Poster materials
- Digital resources
- Reference books
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 113-114
- Map of colonial Africa
- Atlas

- Observation - Poster assessment - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

The Constitution of Kenya - Importance

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define what a constitution is
- Explain the importance of the Constitution of Kenya
- Value the role of the constitution in governance

- Research the meaning of the Constitution of Kenya
- Research the importance of the Constitution of Kenya
- Write an essay on the importance of the Constitution
- Read dialogues about the importance of the constitution
- Identify important points from the dialogue

Why should a country have a constitution?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 118-119
- Constitution of Kenya
- Digital resources
- Reference materials

- Observation - Essay assessment - Oral questions

Political Development and Governance

The Constitution of Kenya - Upholding the constitution

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define terms related to upholding and protecting the constitution
- Identify ways of upholding the constitution
- Show interest in constitutional protection

- Match terms related to upholding and protecting the constitution with their meanings
- Research ways of upholding and protecting the Constitution of Kenya
- Discuss ways of upholding and protecting the Constitution
- Create posters showing ways to uphold the constitution

Why should we uphold and protect the Constitution?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 119-120
- Constitution of Kenya
- Digital resources
- Poster materials

- Observation - Matching exercises - Oral questions

Political Development and Governance

The Constitution of Kenya - Promulgation
The Constitution of Kenya - National values

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the promulgation of the Constitution of Kenya
- Describe the process of constitutional development
- Value the importance of the constitutional process

- Watch a video on promulgation of the Constitution of Kenya
- Discuss the meaning of promulgation
- Identify when the Constitution of Kenya was promulgated
- Research steps followed during promulgation
- Read a newspaper extract about the constitution

How was the Constitution of Kenya developed?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 121
- Video resources
- Constitution of Kenya
- Digital resources
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 122-123
- Poster materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

The Constitution of Kenya - Applying national values

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Apply national values in day-to-day life
- Create materials promoting national values
- Show commitment to national values

- Write slogans on national values as provided in the Constitution of Kenya
- Compose songs on national values
- Sing national anthems (Kenya, East Africa, African Union)
- Discuss how to apply national values in daily life
- Create role plays demonstrating national values

How can we apply national values in daily life?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 123-125
- Constitution of Kenya
- Digital resources
- Song materials

- Observation - Creative materials - Role play assessment

Political Development and Governance

Human Rights - Classification

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define human rights
- Classify human rights as stipulated in human rights instruments
- Value human rights in society

- Research the concept of human rights
- Research the classification of human rights
- Provide examples for each classification
- Share findings with the class
- Create posters showing human rights classifications

Why is it important to know our rights?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 126-128
- Human rights documents
- Digital resources
- Reference materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

Human Rights - Characteristics

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain characteristics of human rights
- Identify how human rights are manifested
- Show interest in human rights protection

- Research characteristics of human rights
- Study a summary on characteristics of human rights
- Discuss the characteristics identified
- Create a tree model showing characteristics of human rights
- Display models at the Social Studies learning corner

What are the key characteristics of human rights?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 128-129
- Human rights documents
- Digital resources
- Art materials

- Observation - Model assessment - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

Human Rights - Equity and non-discrimination
Human Rights - Promoting equity

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the concept of equity and non-discrimination
- Identify examples of equity in society
- Value fair treatment of all people

- Study pictures showing examples of equity
- Discuss observations about equity and non-discrimination
- Read a story about equity and discuss its message
- Read a poem about non-discrimination and discuss its message
- Discuss benefits of equity and non-discrimination

How can we promote equity and non-discrimination in society?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 130-132
- Pictures showing equity
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 132-134
- Poster materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

Human Rights - Valuing human rights

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain ways to promote respect for human rights
- Identify actions that support human dignity
- Value the importance of human rights

- Research ways to promote respect for human rights
- Study a chart on promoting respect for human rights
- Discuss ways of promoting respect for human rights
- Organize a debate on "Value human rights for promotion of human dignity"
- Note down main points from the debate

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

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 134-135
- Human rights documents
- Digital resources
- Reference materials

- Observation - Debate assessment - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

African Diasporas - Concept

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the concept of African Diasporas
- Identify key characteristics of diasporas
- Show interest in diaspora communities

- Research the concept of African Diasporas
- Read messages about African Diasporas from African Union documents
- Compare research findings with the messages
- Read articles about African Diasporas
- Discuss the concept with peers

How can we promote collaboration between continental Africans and African Diasporas?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 138-139
- Digital resources
- Reference materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

African Diasporas - Contributing factors
African Diasporas - Geographic locations

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify factors that contributed to African Diasporas
- Explain historical and modern diaspora movements
- Show interest in diaspora history

- Read articles about factors contributing to African Diasporas
- Identify factors that contributed to the presence of African Diasporas
- Study profiles of diaspora individuals
- Identify factors that led to their diaspora status
- Create a mind map of diaspora contributing factors

What factors led to the formation of African Diasporas?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 139-140
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 140-141
- World maps
- Atlas

- Observation - Mind map assessment - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

African Diasporas - Political development

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Assess the role of diasporas in political development in Africa
- Identify ways diasporas influence African politics
- Value diaspora contributions

- Research the role of African diasporas in political development in Africa
- Watch videos on diaspora contributions to African politics
- Debate on "African Diasporas have supported political development in Africa"
- Study a researcher's notes on diaspora contributions
- Create posters highlighting diaspora contributions

How have African Diasporas influenced political development in Africa?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 141-142
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
- Debate materials

- Observation - Debate assessment - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

African Diasporas - Promoting unity

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Develop slogans promoting African unity
- Explain ways to strengthen diaspora-continent connections
- Value African unity and cooperation

- Study slogans on African Diasporas in promoting African unity
- Discuss the importance of each message to African diasporas
- Create slogans on African diasporas and promotion of African unity
- Write slogans on manila paper
- Display work in the school
- Research ways to promote collaboration between continental Africans and diasporas

How can we promote African unity in society today?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 142-143
- Digital resources
- Manila papers
- Art materials

- Observation - Slogan assessment - Research findings

Political Development and Governance

Citizenship - Interconnectedness
Citizenship - Globalization effects

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain interconnectedness among countries
- Identify ways countries connect and depend on each other
- Value global interconnectedness

- Study images showing connections between countries
- Identify how people in different countries are connected
- Discuss a billboard message about interconnectedness
- Read articles about connections between countries
- Create a mind map showing ways countries are interconnected

How do countries connect and depend on each other in the world today?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 144-145
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 145-147
- Art materials

- Observation - Mind map assessment - Oral questions

Political Development and Governance

Citizenship - Global citizen qualities

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe qualities of a global citizen
- Identify behaviors of responsible global citizens
- Value global citizenship principles

- Read a story about expectations of global citizens
- Identify qualities of a good citizen from the story
- Research qualities of a global citizen in modern society
- Study a list of qualities of a global citizen
- Create posters highlighting global citizen qualities

What qualities should a global citizen possess?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 147-149
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
- Poster materials

- Observation - Poster assessment - Written assignments

Political Development and Governance

Citizenship - International contribution

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain ways of contributing to the international community
- Identify actions that maintain national loyalty while being global
- Value balanced global and national citizenship

- Research ways of contributing to the international community while maintaining loyalty to own country
- Read poems about balanced citizenship
- Study messages related to international contributions
- Discuss ways of contributing internationally while maintaining national loyalty
- Compose songs or poems on balanced citizenship

How can we contribute to the international community while maintaining loyalty to our country?

Distinction Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 149-151
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
- Creative materials

- Observation - Creative work assessment - Oral questions