Numbers

Integers - Identifying integers

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

-Identify integers in different situations
-Show interest in learning about integers

-Identify integers by carrying out activities involving positive and negative numbers and zero. For example, climbing up stairs (positive), going down stairs (negative).
-Stand at a point (the zero point) and count the number of steps moved either forward or backward.

Where do we use integers in real life situations?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 1
-Number lines
-Number cards

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Numbers

Integers - Representing integers on a number line
Integers - Addition of integers

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

-Represent integers on a number line
-Show curiosity in representing integers

-Draw and represent integers on number lines on learning materials.
-Practice representing positive and negative integers on a number line.

How do we represent integers on a number line?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 2-3
-Number lines
-Wood ash
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 4-5
-Red and blue counters

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Numbers

Integers - Subtraction of integers
Integers - Combined operations

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

-Carry out subtraction of integers on a number line
-Develop interest in solving problems involving subtraction of integers

-Perform subtraction operations of integers on a number line.
-Play creative games that involve number lines, for example jumping steps.

How do we subtract integers on a number line?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 5-6
-Number lines
-Games
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 7-8
-Number cards

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Numbers

Integers - Real life applications
Fractions - Combined operations (Addition and subtraction)
Fractions - Combined operations (Multiplication and division)

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

-Apply operations of integers in real life situations
-Appreciate the use of integers in daily life

-Discuss real-life applications of integers such as temperature, altitude, profit and loss.
-Use IT or other resources to learn more on operations of integers on number lines.

How do we apply integers in real life situations?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 8-9
-Digital resources
-Internet
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 15
-Fraction cards
-Practice cards
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 17-18

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Numbers

Fractions - Combined operations
Fractions - Operations in real life situations

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

-Carry out combined operations on fractions
-Show interest in working with fractions

-Discuss the procedure to follow when working out combined operations on fractions.
-Work out fractions involving all operations following the correct order.

How do we solve problems involving all operations on fractions?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 19
-Practical cards
-Digital resources
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 20-22
-Charts
-Fraction boards

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Numbers

Fractions - Digital applications
Fractions - Applications in various contexts

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

-Use IT devices for learning more on fractions
-Enjoy working with fractions using technology

-Play games of operations on fractions using IT devices or other resources.
-Solve fraction problems using digital tools.

How can we use digital tools to learn about fractions?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 22
-Digital devices
-Internet resources
-Reference materials
-Picture charts

-Observation -Oral questions -Practical activities

Numbers

Decimals - Converting fractions to decimals
Decimals - Identifying recurring decimals
Decimals - Converting recurring decimals to fractions

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

-Convert fractions to decimals in different situations
-Show interest in the relationship between fractions and decimals

-Practice converting fractions to decimals by division method.
-Practice converting fractions to decimals using equivalent fractions.

How do we convert fractions to decimals?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 35
-Multiplication tables
-Place value charts
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 36-37
-Decimal cards
-Calculator
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 37-38

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Numbers

Decimals - Rounding off decimals
Decimals - Significant figures

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

-Round off a decimal number to a required number of decimal places
-Appreciate the importance of rounding decimals in daily life

-Discuss and round off decimal numbers to a required number of decimal places.
-Apply rounding rules to decimal numbers.

Why do we need to round off decimal numbers?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 38-39
-Decimal cards
-Calculator
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 39-40
-Place value charts
-Number cards

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Numbers

Decimals - Standard form
Decimals - Combined operations on decimals

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

-Express numbers in standard form
-Show interest in different representations of numbers

-Write numbers in standard form in learning materials such as cards or charts.
-Convert between standard form and ordinary numbers.

How do we express numbers in standard form?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 41-42
-Flash cards
-Number cards
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 42-43
-Decimal cards
-Calculator

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Numbers

Decimals - Real life applications
Squares - Squares of numbers from tables
Squares - Squares of numbers greater than 10

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

-Apply decimals to real life situations
-Value the use of decimals in solving practical problems

-Discuss and apply decimals to real life cases.
-Solve word problems involving decimals.

How do we use decimals in real life situations?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 43-44
-Price lists
-Measurement tools
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 46-47
-Square tables
-Square cut-outs
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 47-48
-Calculator

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Numbers

Squares - Squares of numbers less than 1
Squares - Using calculator for squares

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

-Work out squares of numbers less than 1 using tables
-Develop confidence in working with decimal squares

-Express numbers less than 1 in standard form and use table of squares.
-Practice finding squares of decimal numbers.

Where do we apply squares in real life situations?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 48-49
-Square tables
-Calculator
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 49
-Digital devices

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

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
Rates - Identifying rates
Rates - Working out rates

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

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Numbers

Ratio - Expressing fractions as ratios
Ratio - Comparing 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
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 59-60
-Cut-outs

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Numbers

Ratio - Dividing quantities in given ratios
Ratio - Increase and decrease using ratios

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

-Divide quantities in given ratios
-Value fairness in sharing quantities according to ratios

-Discuss and share quantities of concrete objects in different ratios.
-Practice dividing quantities in given ratios.

How do we divide quantities in given ratios?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 60-62
-Bottle tops
-Counters
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 62-63
-Ratio cards
-Number cards

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Numbers

Percentages - Percentage increase
Percentages - Percentage decrease
Direct proportion

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

-Work out percentage increase of given quantities
-Show interest in calculating percentage changes

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

How do we calculate percentage increase?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 64
-Charts
-Digital resources
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 65
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 66
-Tables

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Numbers

Direct proportion - Working out direct proportion
Indirect proportion

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

-Work out direct proportions in real life situations
-Show interest in applying direct proportion to solve problems

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

How do we calculate quantities in direct proportion?

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

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

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
Measurements
Measurements

Ratios and proportions - Real life applications
Circles - Circumference of a circle
Circles - Circumference of a circle in real life

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
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 88
-Rope
-Wooden pegs
-String
-Metre ruler
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 89
-Circular objects
-Ruler

-Observation -Oral questions -Projects

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
Circles - Perimeter of a sector (continued)

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
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 96-98
-Calculators
-Charts
-Models of sectors

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Area - Area of a circle
Area - Area of a circle in real life
Area - Area of a sector

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

-Calculate the area of a circle
-Show interest in finding the area of circles

-Go to the field and use a peg, string, tape measure and wood ash to draw circles of different radii
-Work out the area of each circle using the formula A = πr²
-Compare the areas of circles of different radii

How do we use area in real life situations?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 99
-Peg
-String
-Tape measure
-Wood ash
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 100-101
-Circular objects
-Calculator
-Measuring tools
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 102-103
-Ruler
-Plain paper
-Pair of compasses

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Area - Area of a sector (continued)
Area - Surface area of cubes

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

-Solve problems involving area of sectors
-Show interest in applying sector area in different contexts

-Apply the formula for area of a sector to solve various problems
-Work out areas of sectors with different angles
-Relate the angle subtended by the sector to the area of the whole circle

How do we apply the area of a sector to solve problems?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 104-105
-Calculator
-Digital resources
-Cut-outs of sectors
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 106-107
-Closed cube
-Ruler
-Pair of scissors

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

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

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
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 tests

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
Money - Appreciation
Money - Depreciation

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
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 126-127
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 128-129

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Money - Hire purchase
Money - Calculating hire purchase price

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
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 132-134
-Price lists
-Charts

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Money - Calculating deposits and installments
Money - Online financial tools

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

-Calculate the deposit in hire purchase transactions
-Calculate the monthly installments in hire purchase
-Show interest in applying mathematics in financial decisions

-Calculate the deposit when given hire purchase price and monthly installments
-Determine monthly installments when given hire purchase price and deposit
-Solve varied hire purchase problems
-Apply hire purchase concepts to real-life situations

How do we apply mathematics in hire purchase decisions?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 135-137
-Calculator
-Digital devices
-Price lists
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 138
-Internet access
-Online calculators

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements
Geometry
Geometry

Money - Financial responsibility
4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Constructing parallel and perpendicular lines (2)
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
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 133
-Set square

-Observation -Oral questions -Projects

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)
4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Dividing a line proportionally (1)

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
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 139
-Set square

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Angle properties of polygons (1)
4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Constructing regular polygons (1)
4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Constructing regular polygons (1)

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

-Identify angle properties of polygons
-Show interest in geometric constructions

-Discuss angle properties of polygons and relate the number of right angles to the number of sides
-Determine the angles in a given polygon

Where do we use polygons in real life situations?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 140
-Cut-out 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
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 152

-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 pentagon
-Appreciate the importance of accuracy in construction

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

How do we construct polygons?

-KLB Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 158
-Pair of compasses
-Ruler
-Protractor
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 161

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Constructing circles related to triangles (1)
4.2 Coordinates and Graphs - The Cartesian plane (2)

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

-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)
4.2 Coordinates and Graphs - Linear graphs (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
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 180
-Ruler

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

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

-Draw linear graphs from tables of values on Cartesian plane
-Share work with other learners in class

How do we plot coordinates on a Cartesian plane?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 183
-Graph paper
-Ruler
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 185
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 186

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.3 Scale Drawing - Representing length to a given scale (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. 189
-Ruler
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 191

-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 actual length to scale length
-Enjoy working with measurements

-Practice converting actual length to scale 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. 193
-Ruler
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 194

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.3 Scale Drawing - Linear scales in statement form (2)
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 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
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 198

-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

4.3 Scale Drawing - Making scale drawings (1)
4.4 Common Solids - Identifying common solids (3)

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

-Make scale drawings
-Recognize the use of scale drawing in maps

-Make scale drawings on different learning materials using appropriate scale
-Share drawings with other learners in class

Where do we use scale drawing in real life situations?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 202
-Ruler
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 209
-Various solid objects

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

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

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

-Identify common solids from the environment
-Appreciate the use of common solids in real life

-Identify and collect common solids such as cubes, cuboids, cylinders, pyramids and cones from the immediate environment
-Share findings with other learners in class

What are common solids?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 210
-Various solid objects
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 211
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 212
-Various hollow solids

-Observation

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 cylinders
-Enjoy working with geometric shapes

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

How do we use common solids in real life?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 212
-Various hollow solids
v Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 214

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.4 Common Solids - Sketching nets of common solids (3)
4.4 Common Solids - Surface area of solids from nets (4)

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
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 216
-Nets of cubes

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.4 Common Solids - Surface area of solids from nets (4)

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

-Work out surface area of cuboids from nets
-Enjoy working with geometric shapes

-Work out the surface area of cuboids from nets
-Share findings with other learners in class

How do we use common solids in real life?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 217
-Nets of cuboids
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 219
-Nets of cylinders
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 221
-Nets of pyramids

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.4 Common Solids - Distance between points on a solid (2)

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

-Determine the distance between two points on the surface of a solid
-Show interest in properties of solids

-Discuss and practice measuring the distance between any two points on the surface of the solids
-Share findings with other learners in class

How do we use common solids in real life?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 224
-Various solid objects
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 225

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.4 Common Solids - Making models of solids (3)

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

-Make models of cubes
-Enjoy working with geometric shapes

-Make models of hollow and compact cubes using locally available materials
-Share models with other learners in class

What are common solids?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 226
-Stiff paper
-Scissors
-Glue
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 227
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 228
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 229

-Observation