Social Studies & Personal Development

Self-exploration - Personal abilities and interests for holistic development
Self-exploration - Using abilities and interests for holistic development

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define personal abilities and interests
- Identify their own abilities and interests
- Appreciate the importance of self-awareness

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Reflect and journal personal abilities and interests and share with a friend in class
- Brainstorm on how to use personal abilities and interests for holistic development
- Discuss the meaning of abilities and interests using riddles and word games

What are my personal abilities and interests?

- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 1
- Journals and writing materials
- Flip charts/manila papers
- Digital resources
- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 2
- Print or digital resources
- Approved textbooks
- Writing materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Journal entries

Social Studies & Personal Development

Self-exploration - Personal values for a steady personality
Self-exploration - Developing personal values and principles
Self-exploration - Understanding and identifying emotions
Self-exploration - Managing emotions in day-to-day life
Social Entrepreneurial Opportunities - Identifying entrepreneurial opportunities in Social Studies
Social Entrepreneurial Opportunities - Matching opportunities with personality types

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify personal values
- Explain the meaning of personal values
- Appreciate the importance of values in developing personality

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Share personal values that help him or her pull through as a steady person
- Discuss Sarah's story and identify values from the passage
- Brainstorm on how to develop personal values

What are personal values and why are they important?

- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 4
- Digital or print media
- Charts and flashcards
- Resource materials
- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 5
- Digital devices
- Flashcards
- Charts and markers
- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 6
- Video clips on emotions
- Charts showing different emotions
- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 7
- Digital resources
- Video clips on emotion management
- Game materials
- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 8
- Print media
- Poster materials
- Markers and charts
- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 9
- Charts and drawing materials
- Resource person

- Oral questions - Written tests - Observation

Social Studies & Personal Development

Social Entrepreneurial Opportunities - Requirements for social entrepreneurial opportunities
Social Entrepreneurial Opportunities - Aligning talents with opportunities
Social Entrepreneurial Opportunities - Appreciating entrepreneurial opportunities in Social Studies

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe requirements for various social entrepreneurial opportunities
- Identify talents and abilities needed for specific opportunities
- Demonstrate understanding of job requirements in the world of work

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Use digital or print media to find out the personality requirements for social studies entrepreneurial opportunities
- Study pictures and discuss requirements for different opportunities
- Draw charts showing alignment of personal talents with entrepreneurial opportunities

What skills and qualities are needed for different entrepreneurial opportunities?

- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 10
- Digital devices
- Print resources
- Charts showing requirements
- Reference materials
- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 11
- Digital resources
- Career guidance materials
- Resource person
- Drawing materials
- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 12
- Charts showing importance
- Digital or print resources
- Debate materials
- Song composition materials

- Observation - Written tests - Charts assessment

People and Relationships

Human Origin - Traditional stories of human origin from African communities
Human Origin - Religious stories about the origin of humankind

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify traditional stories of human origin from different African communities
- Retell traditional stories of human origin
- Appreciate the diversity of traditional creation stories

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Engage a resource person to discuss the traditional stories on human origin from different communities
- Share stories from their communities about the origin of human beings
- Retell the story of creation according to the Zulu, Asante and Ogiek

How did human beings come to be according to traditional stories?

- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 16
- Resource persons
- Approved textbooks
- Digital resources
- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 18
- Holy books (Bible, Quran)
- Digital resources
- Religious songs

- Oral questions - Observation - Story retelling

People and Relationships

Human Origin - Common aspects found in traditional and religious stories of human origin
Human Origin - Acknowledging religious and traditional stories of human origin
Early Civilisation - Factors that led to the growth of Ancient Egypt

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify common aspects in traditional and religious creation stories
- Compare and contrast different creation narratives
- Value the similarities in human origin stories

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Compare the different stories on human origin from their communities and share in class
- Study the Maasai traditional story and Christian story to identify similarities
- Create charts showing common aspects between traditional and religious stories

What are the similarities between traditional and religious creation stories?

- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 20
- Charts and markers
- Digital resources
- Comparison diagrams
- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 21
- Digital recording devices
- Print media
- Poem writing materials
- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 23
- Maps of Ancient Egypt
- Charts and diagrams

- Charts - Written essays - Oral presentations

People and Relationships

Early Civilisation - Factors that led to the growth of Great Zimbabwe
Early Civilisation - Kingdom of Kongo and location of ancient kingdoms on map of Africa
Early Civilisation - Contributions of ancient kingdoms to modern world civilisation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe the location of Great Zimbabwe
- Explain factors that led to the growth of Great Zimbabwe
- Value the historical significance of African kingdoms

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Use print or digital resources to find out factors that led to the growth of Great Zimbabwe
- Read articles about Great Zimbabwe and identify contributing factors
- Write an essay on the factors that led to the growth of Great Zimbabwe

What factors contributed to the rise of Great Zimbabwe?

- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 25
- Maps showing location of Great Zimbabwe
- Digital resources
- Essay writing materials
- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 27
- Atlas and wall maps
- Map of Africa
- Drawing materials
- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 29
- Video clips
- Pictures of pyramids, ruins, artifacts

- Written essays - Oral presentations - Observation

People and Relationships

Slavery and Servitude - Various forms of slavery and servitude in traditional African society
Slavery and Servitude - Factors that led to the development of the Indian Ocean slave trade
Slavery and Servitude - Geographical extent of regions covered by Indian Ocean slave trade

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define slavery and servitude
- Identify various forms of slavery in traditional African and contemporary society
- Show concern for human dignity

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Brainstorm on the meaning of slavery and servitude
- Discuss various forms of slavery and servitude in traditional African and contemporary society
- Study charts showing traditional forms of slavery and servitude

Why has slavery and servitude existed for thousands of years?

- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 32
- Charts showing forms of slavery
- Digital resources
- Flip charts/manila papers
- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 34
- Maps showing slave trade routes
- Approved textbooks
- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 36
- Maps of Africa
- Atlas
- Drawing materials
- Digital resources

- Oral questions - Observation - Written tests

People and Relationships

Slavery and Servitude - Promoting human dignity for a just and peaceful world
Slavery and Servitude - Forms of slavery and servitude in contemporary society

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify social injustices committed during slave trade
- Explain ways of promoting human dignity
- Demonstrate commitment to promoting human rights

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Find out from textbooks or digital media social injustices committed during Indian Ocean slave trade
- Develop slogans on ways of promoting human dignity
- Role-play promotion of human dignity for a just and peaceful world

How can we promote human dignity in society today?

- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 37
- Digital resources
- Slogan materials
- Role-play props
- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 38
- Charts and posters
- Community awareness materials

- Slogans - Role-play assessment - Project work

People and Relationships

Developments in Medium of Trade - Comparison between barter trade and currency trade
Developments in Medium of Trade - Factors that led to the introduction of money in Africa
Developments in Medium of Trade - Impact of the introduction of money in Africa

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define barter trade and currency trade
- Compare barter trade and currency trade in Africa
- Appreciate the evolution of trade systems

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Brainstorm the meanings of barter and currency trade
- Study pictures showing barter trade and currency trade
- Discuss similarities and differences between barter trade and use of currency

How has money transformed trade in Africa?

- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 40
- Pictures of trade activities
- Charts and diagrams
- Digital resources
- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 42
- Digital resources
- Charts showing factors
- Approved textbooks
- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 44
- Pictures of cowrie shells, beads, gold bars
- Modern currency samples

- Oral questions - Written tests - Diagrams

People and Relationships

Developments in Medium of Trade - Medium of trade for sustainability
Diversity and Interpersonal Relationships - Factors that determine human diversity in society
Diversity and Interpersonal Relationships - Interpersonal skills that enhance healthy interactions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Differentiate between barter and currency trade
- Apply money management skills
- Demonstrate responsible use of money

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Role-play the two mediums of trade
- Develop a monthly household budget
- Participate in shopping for the family and write in journal about using money wisely

How can we use money wisely for sustainable living?

- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 47
- Budget templates
- Role-play materials
- Journals
- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 50
- Pictures showing diversity
- Digital resources
- Charts and markers
- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 52
- Flashcards
- Resource person
- Digital resources

- Role-play assessment - Budget analysis - Journal entries

People and Relationships

Diversity and Interpersonal Relationships - Desirable and undesirable personality attributes
Diversity and Interpersonal Relationships - Importance of building healthy relationships in multicultural society

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define personality attributes
- Classify desirable and undesirable personality attributes
- Value positive personality traits

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss the meaning of personality attributes
- Read scenarios and identify personality attributes
- Role play personality attributes that enhance self-awareness

What personality attributes make us better people?

- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 54
- Posters showing attributes
- Role-play materials
- Digital resources
- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 56
- Digital resources
- Song composition materials
- Recording devices

- Role-play assessment - Debate participation - Written tests

People and Relationships

Diversity and Interpersonal Relationships - Promoting healthy interactions in the community
Peaceful Coexistence - Qualities of a peaceful person in the community
Peaceful Coexistence - Factors that promote peaceful coexistence

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify human diversities in the locality
- Apply interpersonal skills to enhance community relationships
- Value diversity in building community cohesion

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Identify human diversities found in the locality
- Discuss interpersonal skills used to enhance healthy relationships in community
- Compose songs about interpersonal skills and sing during School's Annual General Meeting

How can we promote unity in diversity in our community?

- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 53
- Community survey materials
- Song composition materials
- Charts and posters
- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 58
- Crossword puzzles
- Flashcards and strings
- Essay writing materials
- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 60
- Charts showing factors
- Resource person
- Poster materials

- Songs - Community project - Oral presentations

People and Relationships
Community Service-Learning
Community Service-Learning

Peaceful Coexistence - Peaceful conflict resolution process in day-to-day life
Peaceful Coexistence - Importance of peaceful coexistence in the community
Community Service Learning - Meaning of key terms used in CSL
Community Service Learning - Importance of CSL in the community

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe the steps of peaceful conflict resolution
- Apply conflict resolution skills in different situations
- Value peaceful methods of solving conflicts

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Use textbooks or digital devices to search for information on peaceful conflict resolution process
- Study diagrams showing steps of conflict resolution
- Role-play how to follow the process of conflict resolution in day-to-day life

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

- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 62
- Digital resources
- Conflict resolution diagrams
- Role-play props
- Moran Social Studies Learner's Book pg. 64
- Poems on peace
- Poetry materials
- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 66
- Dictionary
- Flashcards
- Internet access

- Role-play assessment - Practical activities - Observation

Community Service-Learning

Community Service Learning - Steps of a CSL project
Community Service Learning - Identifying a community problem
Community Service Learning - Designing solutions to a problem
Community Service Learning - Planning to implement the solution
Community Service Learning - Implementing the CSL plan
Community Service Learning - Implementing the CSL plan

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Outline the steps of carrying out a CSL project
- Arrange CSL project steps in the correct order
- Value following steps in a CSL project

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Brainstorm the steps followed while working on a CSL project
- Arrange the steps (identification, planning, designing, implementing, reflecting, reporting) in correct order
- Write steps on flashcards and explain each step to classmates

What steps should be followed to carry out a successful CSL project?

- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 67
- Flashcards
- Chart paper
- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 68
- Notebooks
- Digital devices
- Chart paper
- Markers
- Notebooks
- Project materials

- Oral questions - Observation

Community Service-Learning

Community Service Learning - Implementing the CSL plan
Community Service Learning - Community engagement in CSL

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Carry out the core activities of the CSL project
- Collaborate effectively with all team members
- Show dedication to helping the community

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Execute the main activities of the CSL project
- Support each other in completing assigned tasks
- Document progress and achievements

What impact are our CSL project activities having on the community?

- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 68
- Project materials
- Notebooks
- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 66–68
- Community resource persons

- Observation - Oral questions

Community Service-Learning

Community Service Learning - Reviewing and adjusting the CSL plan
Community Service Learning - Completing the CSL project
Community Service Learning - Reporting on the CSL project

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Review the progress of the CSL project
- Make appropriate adjustments to the plan based on findings
- Demonstrate flexibility in addressing implementation challenges

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Review the project's progress against the original plan
- Identify areas requiring adjustment and make necessary changes
- Document revisions and reasons for changes

What adjustments do we need to make to improve our project outcomes?

- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 68
- Project records
- Notebooks
- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 71
- Notebooks
- Manila paper

- Observation - Written assignments

Community Service-Learning

Community Service Learning - Reflecting on the CSL project
Community Service Learning - Assessment: CSL project presentation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Reflect on experiences and lessons learnt from the CSL project
- Assess the impact of the project on the community
- Desire to conduct more CSL projects in the community

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss experiences encountered during the CSL project
- Evaluate the impact of the project on the community
- Identify lessons learnt and areas of improvement for future projects

What did we learn from our CSL project and how did it help our community?

- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 71
- Project reports
- Notebooks
- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 71–72
- Charts

- Oral questions - Observation

Community Service-Learning
Natural and Historic Built Environments
Natural and Historic Built Environments

Community Service Learning - Executing a CSL project at home
Community Service Learning - Sharing the home CSL project
Historical Information - Sources of historical information
Historical Information - Primary and secondary sources

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify a problem at home with the help of a parent or guardian
- Apply the steps of a CSL project to solve the home problem
- Show initiative in conducting CSL projects beyond school

In groups, learners are guided to:
- With the help of a parent or guardian, identify a problem at home
- Follow the steps of a CSL project to solve the identified problem
- Write a report about how the problem was solved

How can we apply CSL skills to solve problems in our homes?

- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 71
- Parent/guardian guidance
- Notebooks
- Home CSL reports
- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 73
- Digital devices
- Reference books
- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 75
- Textbooks
- Chart paper

- Written assignments - Oral questions

Natural and Historic Built Environments

Historical Information - Preservation of historical information
Historical Information - Significance of sources of historical information
Historical Development of Agriculture - Areas of early agriculture in Africa
Historical Development of Agriculture - Factors favouring early agriculture
Historical Development of Agriculture - Nile Valley contributions to world civilisation
Historical Development of Agriculture - Importance of domestication of plants and animals

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explore how various sources of historical information have been preserved over the years
- Identify places in Kenya and Africa where historical information is preserved
- Appreciate the need to preserve sources of historical information

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Identify places in Kenya where historical information is preserved (Nairobi National Museum, Bomas of Kenya, Uhuru Gardens, August 7th Memorial Park, Kigali Genocide Memorial, Namugongo Shrines)
- Match types of historical information with how they are preserved (fossils in cases, photographs laminated, books on shelves, legends passed orally)
- Watch documentaries or video clips on preservation of historical information

How have sources of historical information been preserved over the years?

- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 77
- Digital devices
- Reference books
- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 80
- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 82
- Atlas
- Wall maps
- Digital devices
- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 84
- Reference books
- Flashcards
- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 86
- Chart paper
- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 89

- Oral questions - Written assignments

Natural and Historic Built Environments

Maps and Map Work - Types of maps and position of Africa
Maps and Map Work - Shape and size of Africa
Maps and Map Work - Using latitudes and longitudes to locate places
Maps and Map Work - Practice using latitudes and longitudes
Maps and Map Work - Calculating time using longitudes

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify the three types of maps (sketch map, topographical map, atlas map)
- Describe the position of Africa in relation to other continents
- Appreciate the location of Africa on the world map

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Brainstorm the types of maps and share findings in class
- Use an atlas to find the position of Africa in relation to other continents
- Identify water bodies bordering Africa (Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, Indian Ocean, Red Sea) and describe Africa's position using compass directions

How are maps used?

- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 90
- Atlas
- Digital devices
- Wall maps
- Blank paper
- Pencils
- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 94
- Map of Africa
- Digital devices
- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 95
- Map of Africa
- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 97
- Calculators
- Reference books

- Oral questions - Observation

Natural and Historic Built Environments

Maps and Map Work - Practice calculating time differences
Maps and Map Work - Key features in Africa: mountains and rivers
Maps and Map Work - Key features in Africa: lakes, islands and waterfalls
Maps and Map Work - Key features: Great Rift Valley and Congo Basin
Earth and the Solar System - Origin of the earth
Earth and the Solar System - Size, shape and position of the earth

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Calculate time differences accurately for various places using longitudes
- Present time calculation steps clearly on a chart
- Show interest in understanding time zones

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Calculate time in Antananarivo when Tunis time is known
- Calculate local time in Wajir given Greenwich Meridian time
- Work out the time in Algiers given the time in Marsabit and present steps on a chart

How does the position of a place on a longitude affect its local time?

- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 98
- Atlas
- Calculators
- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 100
- Wall maps
- Digital devices
- Reference books
- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 105
- Reference books
- Digital devices
- Drawing paper
- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 107
- Clay/plasticine

- Written assignments - Oral questions

Natural and Historic Built Environments

Earth and the Solar System - Effects of rotation on human activities
Earth and the Solar System - Effects of revolution on human activities
Earth and the Solar System - Internal structure of the earth

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the meaning of rotation of the earth
- Examine the effects of the rotation of the earth on human activities
- Appreciate how rotation of the earth influences everyday life

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss the meanings of rotation and revolution of the earth
- Use reference books and online resources to research effects of the earth's rotation on human activities
- Study pictures and identify human activities affected by rotation (fishing, transport, tourism)

How does the rotation of the earth affect human activities?

- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 109
- Reference books
- Digital devices
- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 110
- Chart paper
- Moran Social Studies Grade 7 pg. 113
- Drawing paper
- Clay

- Oral questions - Written assignments