Summary

• Description:

  The PDF document comprises Grade 2 Rationalized Mathematics Activities Curriculum Design.

  This is a Competency Based Curriculum (CBC) design developed by the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD). The curriculum was first published in 2017 and revised in 2024 following curriculum rationalisation based on the recommendations of the Presidential Working Party on Education Reforms and continuous curriculum monitoring and evaluation.

  • Level: Lower Primary – Grade 2
  • Learning Area: Mathematical Activities
  • Lesson Allocation: 5 lessons per week
  • Total Suggested Lessons: 150
  • Curriculum Approach: Competency Based Curriculum (CBC)
  • Focus: Development of numeracy skills, logical thinking, problem-solving abilities, spatial awareness and practical mathematical application in everyday life
  • Subject General Learning Outcomes: Mastery of number concepts, measurement skills, geometry, data interpretation, and application of mathematics in real-life situations
  • Core Competencies Integrated: Communication and Collaboration, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creativity and Imagination, Citizenship, Digital Literacy, Learning to Learn and Self-efficacy
  • Additional Components: National Goals of Education, Essence Statement, Specific Learning Outcomes, Suggested Learning Experiences, Key Inquiry Questions, Values, Pertinent and Contemporary Issues (PCIs), Assessment Rubrics, Suggested Learning Resources and Community Service Learning

  It covers the following strands and substrands:

  • Strand 1.0: Numbers (142 lessons)
    • 1.1 Number Concept – 8 lessons
    • 1.2 Whole Numbers – 20 lessons
    • 1.3 Addition – 20 lessons
    • 1.4 Subtraction – 20 lessons
    • 1.5 Multiplication – 12 lessons
    • 1.6 Division – 8 lessons
    • 1.7 Fractions – 12 lessons
  • Strand 2.0: Measurement (40 lessons)
    • 2.1 Length – 6 lessons
    • 2.2 Mass – 6 lessons
    • 2.3 Capacity – 8 lessons
    • 2.4 Time – 10 lessons
    • 2.5 Money – 10 lessons
  • Strand 3.0: Geometry (10 lessons)
    • 3.1 Lines – 5 lessons
    • 3.2 Shapes – 5 lessons

  The curriculum emphasises practical and hands-on learning using locally available materials and real-life situations. Learners develop competencies such as counting and operating numbers up to 100, addition and subtraction with regrouping, introduction to multiplication and division, understanding halves and quarters, measuring length (metres), mass (kilograms) and capacity (litres), reading calendars and time by the hour, using Kenyan currency up to KSh 100, and identifying and drawing lines and basic shapes. The design also provides detailed performance-based assessment rubrics, guidance on use of digital devices, financial literacy, environmental awareness, safety and community engagement to support holistic learner development and smooth transition to Grade 3.

• File Size:

  425.46 KB
• Length:

  48 pages
• Category:

  Curriculum Designs
• Level:

  Grade 2
• Subject:

  MATHEMATICAL ACTIVITIES
• Posted By:

  Caleb_Peter

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