Summary

• Description:

  The PDF document comprises the Grade 7 Creative Arts and Sports 2026 November/December Holiday Assignment/Homework with Answers (Marking Scheme). The complete marking scheme is provided in a separate companion document.

  This Grade 7 holiday homework combines creative expression, music, visual arts, storytelling and physical activities to help learners consolidate their artistic and sporting skills during the long school break. The November/December holiday assignment develops coordination, creativity, observation, rhythm, teamwork and appreciation of Kenyan cultural heritage through practical tasks and written revision questions. It encourages learners to use locally available materials safely and prepares them for further learning in creative arts and sports.

  Assignment Structure and Specifications

  • Grade / Level: Grade 7
  • Term / Period: November/December Long Holiday 2026
  • Total Marks: 100 Marks
  • Total Questions / Tasks: 12 numbered questions, including an optional activity in Question 11.
  • Assessment Layout: Foundations of Creative Arts and Sports (15 Marks); Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports (65 Marks); Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports (20 Marks).
  • Format: Printable PDF download with drawing tasks, music activities, sporting questions and practical creative work.

  Comprehensive Topics and Learning Areas

  This holiday assignment thoroughly assesses learners across key strands, sub-strands, and competencies covered throughout the academic year:

  • Strand 1: Foundations of Creative Arts and Sports (15 Marks)
    • The four broad categories of Creative Arts and Sports and how different categories complement one another.
    • Reusing materials to create collages.
    • Components of creative arts, including story elements, coordination, strength and the purpose of musical rests.
  • Strand 2: Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports (65 Marks)
    • Drawing and painting: Balance in picture composition, arranging three objects, using line and tone to represent form, and identifying warm and cool colours.
    • Rhythm: Creating rhythmic patterns in 2/4 time and applying relevant musical concepts.
    • Javelin and sculpture: Understanding javelin-related skills and sculpture activities, with attention to practical execution and safe participation.
    • Melody and descant recorder: Exploring melody, musical notation and descant recorder performance.
    • Handball: Reviewing handball skills, participation and relevant sporting concepts.
    • Storytelling and animation: Developing stories and exploring how sequences of images or actions communicate ideas.
    • Football and crayon etching: Applying football knowledge alongside a visual-art technique involving crayon etching.
    • Kenyan folk songs and indigenous beadwork: Appreciating Kenyan musical traditions and exploring beadwork as a cultural and creative practice.
    • Optional practical activity: Completing either the swimming activity or the Kenyan Indigenous Games activity in Question 11, rather than both.
  • Strand 3: Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports (20 Marks)
    • Appreciation and analysis of creative arts and sporting activities.
    • Recognising artistic features, performance qualities and creative choices.
    • Reflecting on cultural expression, sporting participation and the value of creative work.
  • Practical Competencies: Drawing, painting, rhythm creation, musical performance, storytelling, physical coordination, cultural appreciation, safe use of materials and presentation of completed work.

  Why Choose This Grade 7 Creative Arts and Sports Holiday Assignment?

  • Combines visual arts, music, storytelling and sports in one revision resource.
  • Encourages learners to create original work rather than rely only on memorisation.
  • Promotes appreciation of Kenyan folk songs, indigenous beadwork and traditional games.
  • Supports practical learning using safe, locally available materials.
  • The separate marking scheme helps teachers assess written responses and practical tasks.
  • Available as a convenient PDF download for home learning and holiday practice.
• File Size:

  865.03 KB
• Length:

  8 pages
• Category:

  Holiday Assignments
• Level:

  Grade 7
• Subject:

  Creative Arts & Sports
• Posted By:

  Caleb_Peter

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