Numbers

Square Roots - Square roots from tables
Square Roots - Square roots of numbers greater than 10

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Work out the square roots of numbers from tables
-Show interest in the relationship between squares and square roots

-Read and write the square roots of numbers from tables.
-Use square root tables to find square roots of numbers between 1 and 10.

What are square roots of numbers?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 50-51
-Square root tables
-Calculator
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 52-53

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Numbers

Square Roots - Square roots of numbers less than 1

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Work out square roots of numbers less than 1 using tables
-Appreciate the relationship between decimals and their square roots

-Express numbers less than 1 in standard form and use square root tables.
-Practice finding square roots of decimal numbers.

Where do we apply square roots in real life situations?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 53-54
-Square root tables
-Calculator

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Numbers

Rates - Identifying rates
Rates - Working out rates

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Identify rates in different situations
-Appreciate the concept of rates in daily life

-Discuss the concept of rates and identify examples from daily life.
-Time different activities and calculate rates.

How do we use rates in real life situations?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 55
-Rate cards
-Stopwatch
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 56-57
-Price lists

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Numbers

Ratio - Expressing fractions as ratios

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Express fractions as ratios
-Appreciate the relationship between fractions and ratios

-Use cut outs from whole objects or substances to relate fractions to ratios.
-Convert between fractions and ratios.

How do we use ratios in daily activities?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 58
-Circular and rectangular cut outs
-Ratio cards

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Numbers

Ratio - Comparing ratios
Ratio - Dividing quantities in given ratios

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Compare two or more ratios
-Show interest in equivalent ratios

-Discuss and compare ratios from the cut outs.
-Identify which ratio is greater or smaller.

How do we compare ratios?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 59-60
-Ratio cards
-Cut-outs
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 60-62
-Bottle tops
-Counters

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Numbers

Ratio - Increase and decrease using ratios
Percentages - Percentage increase

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Work out increase and decrease of quantities using ratios
-Appreciate changes in quantities expressed as ratios

-Practice increasing quantities in given ratios.
-Practice decreasing quantities in given ratios.

How do we use ratios to increase or decrease quantities?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 62-63
-Ratio cards
-Number cards
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 64
-Charts
-Digital resources

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Numbers

Percentages - Percentage decrease

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Work out percentage decrease of given quantities
-Value the use of percentages in expressing changes

-Discuss and determine percentage decrease of different quantities.
-Solve problems involving percentage decrease.

How do we calculate percentage decrease?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 65
-Charts
-Digital resources

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Numbers

Direct proportion
Direct proportion - Working out direct proportion

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Identify direct proportions in real life situations
-Appreciate direct proportional relationships

-Role play shopping activities to show and determine direct relationships.
-Identify examples of direct proportion from daily life.

What is direct proportion?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 66
-Tables
-Charts
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 66-67
-Price lists

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Numbers

Indirect proportion

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Identify indirect proportions in real life situations
-Appreciate indirect proportional relationships

-Use hourglass to show and determine indirect relationships.
-Identify examples of indirect proportion from daily life.

What is indirect proportion?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 67
-Hourglass
-Charts

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Numbers

Indirect proportion - Working out indirect proportion
Ratios and proportions - Digital applications

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Work out indirect proportions in real life situations
-Value the application of indirect proportion in solving problems

-Solve problems involving indirect proportion.
-Apply the concept of indirect proportion to real-life scenarios.

How do we calculate quantities in indirect proportion?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 67-68
-Tables
-Digital resources
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 68
-Digital devices
-Videos

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Numbers

Ratios and proportions - Real life applications

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Promote use of ratios and proportions in real life
-Appreciate the relevance of ratios and proportions in various fields

-Discuss applications of ratios and proportions in various fields like cooking, construction, and finance.
-Create and solve problems involving ratios and proportions related to daily activities.

How are ratios and proportions used in different professions?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 68
-Reference materials
-Picture charts

-Observation -Oral questions -Projects

Algebra

Algebraic Expressions - Factorizing algebraic expressions (1)
Algebraic Expressions - Factorizing algebraic expressions (2)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Identify common factors in algebraic expressions
-Factorize algebraic expressions using the greatest common factor
-Show interest in factorizing algebraic expressions

-Discuss and identify the GCD of pairs of numbers
-Identify common factors in algebraic expressions
-Practice factorizing algebraic expressions by taking out the common factor

How do we factorize algebraic expressions?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 67
-Number cards
-Practice cards
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 69-70

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Algebra

Algebraic Expressions - Simplifying algebraic fractions (1)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Find the LCM of denominators in algebraic fractions
-Simplify algebraic fractions with different denominators
-Show interest in simplifying algebraic fractions

-Work out the LCM of denominators in algebraic fractions
-Practice simplifying algebraic fractions by using the LCM of denominators
-Express algebraic fractions as a single fraction

How do we simplify algebraic fractions?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 71-72
-Practice cards
-Fraction boards

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Algebra

Algebraic Expressions - Simplifying algebraic fractions (2)
Algebraic Expressions - Evaluating algebraic expressions by substitution (1)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Factorize the numerator and denominator in algebraic fractions
-Simplify algebraic fractions in their lowest form
-Show curiosity in working with algebraic fractions

-Factorize the numerators and denominators in algebraic expressions
-Identify common factors in both the numerator and denominator
-Simplify algebraic fractions to their lowest form

How do we simplify algebraic fractions by factorizing?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 73-74
-Number cards
-Fraction boards
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 75-76
-Expression cards

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Algebra

Algebraic Expressions - Evaluating algebraic expressions by substitution (2)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Evaluate algebraic expressions with multiple variables
-Apply substitution to real-life problems
-Appreciate the use of algebraic expressions in real life

-Practice substituting multiple values in algebraic expressions
-Solve problems involving area, perimeter and volume using substitution
-Apply algebraic expressions to real-life situations

How do we use algebraic expressions in real life situations?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 77-78
-Expression cards
-Digital resources

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Algebra

Linear Equations - Forming linear equations in two unknowns
Linear Equations - Substitution method introduction

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Form linear equations in two unknowns
-Interpret real-life problems into linear equations
-Show interest in linear equations

-Role-play activities such as shopping on two different items to form linear equations in two unknowns
-Discuss with others and use other activities with two unknowns
-Practice forming linear equations from different real-life situations

How do we form linear equations in two unknowns?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 79-80
-Beam balance
-Objects of different masses
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 81
-Number cards
-Linear equation cards

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Algebra

Linear Equations - Solving linear equations by substitution
Linear Equations - Elimination method introduction

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Solve linear equations in two unknowns using substitution method
-Apply the substitution method to solve problems
-Show curiosity in solving equations by substitution

-Discuss and use substitution method to find the solutions of simultaneous equations in two unknowns
-Solve real-life problems using the substitution method
-Practice solving various simultaneous equations using substitution

What situations require the use of simultaneous equations?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 82-83
-Flash cards
-Practice cards
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 84
-Linear equation cards

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Algebra

Linear Equations - Solving linear equations by elimination

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Solve linear equations in two unknowns using elimination method
-Apply elimination method to solve problems
-Appreciate the elegance of the elimination method

-Discuss and use elimination method to find the solutions of simultaneous equations in two unknowns
-Practice solving various simultaneous equations using elimination
-Solve real-life problems using the elimination method

Where do we use linear equations in real life situations?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 85-87
-Practice cards
-Digital resources

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Algebra
Measurements

Linear Equations - Real life applications
Circles - Circumference of a circle

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Apply linear equations in two unknowns to real life situations
-Choose appropriate methods to solve real-life problems
-Recognize the value of linear equations in daily life

-Practice forming and solving simultaneous equations from real life cases using any method
-Solve problems involving cost, age, distance and other quantities
-Watch videos or use other materials involving linear equations in two unknowns

How do we apply linear equations to solve real-life problems?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 87
-Digital devices
-Videos
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 88
-Rope
-Wooden pegs
-String
-Metre ruler

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -Projects

Measurements

Circles - Circumference of a circle in real life

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Work out the circumference of a circle in real life situations
-Value the use of circumference in problem solving

-Collect different circular objects from the environment
-Work out the circumference of each object
-Solve real-life problems involving the circumference of a circle

How do we use the circumference of a circle in real life situations?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 89
-Circular objects
-Ruler
-String

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Circles - Length of an arc
Circles - Length of an arc (continued)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Work out the length of an arc of a circle
-Show curiosity in relating arc length to the circumference

-Draw and cut out a circle of radius 3.5 cm
-Work out the circumference of the circular cut out
-Fold the circular cut out to form two equal parts and cut along the fold line
-Work out the length of the arc of the semicircle
-Relate the angle subtended by the arc to the circumference

How do we find the length of an arc of a circle?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 90-91
-Plain paper
-Pair of scissors
-Ruler
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 92-93

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Circles - Perimeter of a sector

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Calculate the perimeter of a sector of a circle
-Show interest in relating the perimeter of a sector to its parts

-Draw and cut out a circle of radius 5 cm
-Fold the circular cut out into four equal parts and cut along the fold lines
-Work out the perimeter of the quarter circle
-Define a sector as a region bound by two radii and an arc
-Calculate the perimeter as the sum of the arc length and the two radii

How do we use sectors of a circle in real life situations?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 94-95
-Plain paper
-Pair of scissors
-Ruler

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Circles - Perimeter of a sector (continued)
Area - Area of a circle

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Solve problems involving the perimeter of a sector
-Appreciate the use of sectors in real life situations

-Solve various problems involving sectors of different angles
-Apply the formula for perimeter of a sector in real-life contexts
-Discuss real-life examples of sectors

How do we apply knowledge of sectors to solve real-life problems?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 96-98
-Calculators
-Charts
-Models of sectors
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 99
-Peg
-String
-Tape measure
-Wood ash

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Area - Area of a circle in real life

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Calculate the area of a circle in real life situations
-Value the use of area of a circle in problem solving

-Solve real-life problems involving area of circles
-Calculate areas of circular objects in the environment
-Convert between different units when calculating areas

How do we apply the area of a circle in real life situations?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 100-101
-Circular objects
-Calculator
-Measuring tools

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Area - Area of a sector
Area - Area of a sector (continued)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Calculate the area of a sector of a circle
-Appreciate the relationship between angle and area of a sector

-Draw a circle of radius 7 cm on plain paper and divide it into two equal parts
-Find the area of the shaded part (semicircle)
-Draw another circle and divide it into 4 equal parts
-Find the area of one part (quarter circle)
-Derive the formula for area of a sector

How do we calculate the area of a sector?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 102-103
-Ruler
-Plain paper
-Pair of compasses
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 104-105
-Calculator
-Digital resources
-Cut-outs of sectors

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Area - Surface area of cubes

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Work out the surface area of a cube
-Appreciate the 3D nature of a cube

-Discuss the properties of a cube
-Cut a cube along its edges to separate the faces
-Measure the sides of each face and calculate their areas
-Find the sum of the areas of all six faces
-Derive the formula for surface area of a cube

How do we determine the surface area of a cube?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 106-107
-Closed cube
-Ruler
-Pair of scissors

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Area - Surface area of cuboids
Area - Surface area of cylinders

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Work out the surface area of a cuboid
-Show interest in calculating surface areas of cuboids

-Discuss the properties of a cuboid
-Cut a cuboid along its edges to separate the faces
-Measure the length and width of each face and calculate their areas
-Find the sum of the areas of all six faces
-Derive the formula for surface area of a cuboid

How do we find the surface area of a cuboid?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 108-109
-Closed cuboid
-Ruler
-Pair of scissors
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 110-111
-Closed cylinder

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Area - Surface area of cylinders (continued)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Calculate the surface area of cylinders in real life situations
-Value the use of surface area in practical contexts

-Apply the formula for surface area of a cylinder in real-life problems
-Calculate the surface area of cylindrical objects
-Solve problems involving packaging and wrapping of cylindrical objects

How do we apply the concept of surface area of cylinders in real life?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 112-113
-Cylindrical objects
-Calculator
-Measuring tools

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Area - Surface area of triangular prisms
Area - Area of irregular shapes

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Determine the surface area of a triangular prism
-Show interest in exploring surface areas of prisms

-Examine a triangular prism and identify its faces
-Cut the triangular prism along its edges to separate the faces
-Measure the sides of the faces and calculate their areas
-Find the sum of the areas of all five faces
-Derive the formula for surface area of a triangular prism

How do we find the surface area of a triangular prism?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 114-115
-Triangular prism
-Ruler
-Pair of scissors
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 116-118
-Square grid
-Leaf

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Money - Interest and principal
Money - Simple interest

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Identify interest and principal in real life situations
-Value the importance of understanding financial terms

-Visit or invite resource persons from financial institutions
-Gather information about deposits (principal) and interest
-Discuss the terms principal and interest
-Analyze examples showing how interest is calculated on deposits

What is interest in money?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 119-120
-Resource persons
-Financial documents
-Charts
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 121-122
-Calculator
-Digital devices

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Money - Compound interest

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Calculate compound interest per annum step by step
-Show interest in the growth of money through compound interest

-Search for the meaning of compound interest using digital devices or print resources
-Discuss the concept of compound interest as interest on principal plus previously earned interest
-Calculate compound interest step by step for different years
-Compare compound interest with simple interest

How does compound interest differ from simple interest?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 123-125
-Calculator
-Digital devices
-Charts

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Money - Appreciation
Money - Depreciation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Work out appreciation per annum step by step
-Value the concept of appreciation in investments

-Discuss the concept of appreciation as increase in value over time
-Calculate appreciation step by step for assets that increase in value
-Use formula for appreciation based on percentage increase
-Identify assets that typically appreciate in value

How do we calculate appreciation over time?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 126-127
-Calculator
-Digital devices
-Charts
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 128-129

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Money - Hire purchase

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain the concept of hire purchase
-Compare different payment options
-Value informed financial decision making

-Visit a furniture shop or examine a poster showing hire purchase terms
-Discuss the terms of payment offered by the shop
-Compare cash price versus hire purchase price
-Analyze which payment option is more economical

How do we pay for goods on hire purchase?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 130-131
-Posters showing hire purchase terms
-Digital devices
-Calculator

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Money - Calculating hire purchase price
Money - Calculating deposits and installments

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Calculate the total hire purchase price
-Work out the difference between cash price and hire purchase price
-Appreciate the importance of comparing payment options

-Calculate hire purchase price as sum of deposit and all installments
-Determine the difference between hire purchase price and cash price
-Solve problems involving hire purchase transactions
-Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of hire purchase

What are the advantages and disadvantages of hire purchase?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 132-134
-Calculator
-Price lists
-Charts
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 135-137
-Digital devices

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Money - Online financial tools

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Use IT and other resources to carry out operations related to money
-Appreciate the role of technology in financial calculations

-Use IT to access online shopping platforms and identify terms of sale
-Explore online calculators for interest, depreciation, and hire purchase
-Compare different financial options using digital tools
-Discuss the role of technology in financial management

How does technology help in financial calculations?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 138
-Digital devices
-Internet access
-Online calculators

-Observation -Oral questions -Digital activities

Measurements
Geometry

Money - Financial responsibility
4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Constructing parallel and perpendicular lines (2)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Spend money responsibly on needs and leisure
-Value wise financial decision making

-Discuss the difference between needs and wants
-Create a simple budget allocating money for different purposes
-Analyze case studies of responsible and irresponsible spending
-Debate the importance of saving versus immediate consumption

How can we manage money responsibly?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 138
-Budget templates
-Case studies
-Charts
-MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 132
-Pair of compasses
-Ruler

-Observation -Oral questions -Projects

Geometry

4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Constructing parallel and perpendicular lines (2)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Construct parallel lines using a set square and ruler
-Appreciate the importance of accurate construction of geometric shapes

-Practice constructing parallel lines using a set square and ruler
-Share drawings with other learners in class

How do we construct polygons?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 133
-Set square
-Ruler

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Constructing perpendicular lines (2)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Construct a perpendicular bisector to a given line
-Show interest in geometric constructions

-Practice constructing perpendicular bisectors using a ruler and pair of compasses
-Share drawings with other learners in class

Where do we use polygons in real life situations?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 135
-Pair of compasses
-Ruler
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 136

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Constructing perpendicular lines (2)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Construct a perpendicular line from a point to a given line
-Appreciate the importance of accurate construction of geometric shapes

-Practice constructing perpendicular lines from a point to a given line using a ruler and pair of compasses
-Share drawings with other learners in class

How do we construct polygons?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 137
-Pair of compasses
-Ruler

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Dividing a line proportionally (1)
4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Angle properties of polygons (1)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Divide a line proportionally
-Appreciate the importance of accurate construction of geometric shapes

-Practice dividing lines proportionally using a ruler, set square and pair of compasses
-Share drawings with other learners in class

How do we construct polygons?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 139
-Pair of compasses
-Ruler
-Set square
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 140
-Cut-out polygons

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Constructing regular polygons (1)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Construct a regular pentagon
-Show interest in geometric constructions

-Construct regular pentagons using pair of compasses, rulers, protractors
-Share work with other groups in class

How do we construct polygons?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 144
-Pair of compasses
-Ruler
-Protractor
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 146

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Constructing irregular polygons (1)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Construct an irregular triangle
-Appreciate the importance of accuracy in construction

-Construct triangles given different measurements (sides and angles)
-Share work with other learners in class

Where do we use polygons in real life situations?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 149
-Pair of compasses
-Ruler
-Protractor

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Constructing irregular polygons (1)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Construct irregular quadrilaterals
-Appreciate the importance of accuracy in construction

-Construct irregular quadrilaterals - rectangles, rhombuses, parallelograms and trapeziums
-Share drawings with other groups in class

Where do we use polygons in real life situations?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 152
-Pair of compasses
-Ruler
-Protractor
-KLB Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 158

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Constructing irregular polygons (1)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Construct an irregular hexagon
-Appreciate the importance of accuracy in construction

-Construct irregular hexagons given different measurements
-Share work with other groups in class

How do we construct polygons?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 161
-Pair of compasses
-Ruler
-Protractor

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Constructing circles related to triangles (1)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Construct circles passing through the vertices of a triangle
-Show interest in geometric constructions

-Practice constructing circles passing through vertices of given triangles
-Share drawings with other groups in class

Where do we use polygons in real life situations?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 163
-Pair of compasses
-Ruler
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 164

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.2 Coordinates and Graphs - The Cartesian plane (2)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Draw a labelled Cartesian plane
-Identify points on the Cartesian plane
-Show interest in learning about coordinates

-Draw and appropriately label the axes on the Cartesian plane
-Practice locating points on a Cartesian plane appropriately

How do we plot coordinates on a Cartesian plane?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 167
-Graph paper
-Ruler

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.2 Coordinates and Graphs - The Cartesian plane (2)
4.2 Coordinates and Graphs - Table of values for linear equations (2)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Plot points on the Cartesian plane
-Show interest in learning about coordinates

-Practice plotting points on a Cartesian plane appropriately
-Discuss and read coordinates of points on the Cartesian plane

How do we plot coordinates on a Cartesian plane?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 171
-Graph paper
-Ruler
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 174

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.2 Coordinates and Graphs - Table of values for linear equations (2)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Determine an appropriate scale for a linear equation
-Show interest in plotting coordinates

-Discuss, choose and use appropriate scale for given data
-Practice using different scales

Where do we use linear graphs in real life?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 178
-Graph paper

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.2 Coordinates and Graphs - Linear graphs (2)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Draw a linear graph from table of values
-Appreciate the use of graphs in real life

-Make an appropriate table of values for a given linear equation and draw the linear graphs
-Use IT graphing tools to create linear graphs

Where do we use linear graphs in real life?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 180
-Graph paper
-Ruler
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 183

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.2 Coordinates and Graphs - Graphical solution of simultaneous linear equations (2)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Solve simultaneous linear equations graphically
-Appreciate the use of graphs in real life

-Generate the values in a table of the simultaneous linear equations and draw the graphs
-Read the point of intersection as solution for the equations

Where do we use linear graphs in real life?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 185
-Graph paper
-Ruler

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.2 Coordinates and Graphs - Graphical solution of simultaneous linear equations (2)
4.3 Scale Drawing - Representing length to a given scale (2)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Solve simultaneous linear equations graphically
-Appreciate the use of graphs in real life

-Generate the values in a table of the simultaneous linear equations and draw the graphs
-Read the point of intersection as solution for the equations

Where do we use linear graphs in real life?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 186
-Graph paper
-Ruler
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 189

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.3 Scale Drawing - Representing length to a given scale (2)
4.3 Scale Drawing - Converting between actual length and scale length (2)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Represent length to a given scale
-Appreciate the use of scale drawing in daily life

-Measure and represent length of different objects from immediate environment in work book
-Share work with other learners in class

How do we determine scales in real life?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 191
-Ruler
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 193

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.3 Scale Drawing - Converting between actual length and scale length (2)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Convert scale length to actual length
-Enjoy working with measurements

-Practice converting scale length to actual length
-Share work with other learners in class

Where do we use scale drawing in real life situations?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 194
-Ruler

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.3 Scale Drawing - Linear scales in statement form (2)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Interpret linear scales in statement form
-Appreciate the use of scale drawing in daily life

-Read, discuss and interpret given linear scales in statement form
-Share findings with other learners in class

How do we determine scales in real life?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 195
-Ruler
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 196

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.3 Scale Drawing - Linear scales in ratio form (2)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Interpret linear scales in ratio form
-Appreciate the use of scale drawing in maps

-Read, discuss and interpret given linear scales in ratio form
-Share findings with other learners in class

Where do we use scale drawing in real life situations?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 198
-Ruler

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.3 Scale Drawing - Linear scales in ratio form (2)
4.3 Scale Drawing - Converting between statement form and ratio form (1)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Write linear scales in ratio form
-Appreciate the use of scale drawing in maps

-Discuss and write given linear scales in ratio form
-Share findings with other learners in class

Where do we use scale drawing in real life situations?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 199
-Ruler
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 200

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.4 Common Solids - Sketching nets of common solids (3)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Sketch nets of cones
-Enjoy working with geometric shapes

-Discuss, open and sketch the nets of hollow cones
-Share sketches with other learners in class

What are common solids?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 215
-Various hollow solids

-Observation -Written assignments