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WK | LSN | STRAND | SUB-STRAND | LESSON LEARNING OUTCOMES | LEARNING EXPERIENCES | KEY INQUIRY QUESTIONS | LEARNING RESOURCES | ASSESSMENT METHODS | REFLECTION |
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2 | 1 |
Mixtures
|
Mixtures - Meaning of Mixtures
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Define the meaning of a mixture - Distinguish between a mixture and a pure substance - Appreciate the presence of mixtures in daily life |
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss in groups the meaning of mixtures - Identify examples of mixtures at home and school - Distinguish between mixtures and pure substances |
What should be considered when separating various mixtures?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 39
- Digital devices - Different types of mixtures - Worksheets |
- Observation schedules
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
|
|
2 | 2 |
Mixtures
|
Mixtures - Identifying Mixtures in the Environment
Mixtures - Homogeneous Mixtures Mixtures - Heterogeneous Mixtures |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify different mixtures in the environment - Classify mixtures according to their states of matter - Show curiosity in exploring mixtures in the environment |
The learner is guided to:
- Walk around the school compound to identify mixtures - Create a table showing mixtures identified, their states of matter, and substances used - Share findings with classmates |
How can we identify mixtures in our environment?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 40
- School environment - Worksheets - Digital devices - Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 41 - Water, sugar, salt - Containers - Stirring rods - Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 42 - Water, sand |
- Portfolios
- Observation schedules
- Oral questions
|
|
2 | 3 |
Mixtures
|
Mixtures - Types of Mixtures (Solid-Solid)
Mixtures - Types of Mixtures (Solid-Liquid) |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Define solid-solid mixtures - Identify examples of solid-solid mixtures - Show interest in exploring solid-solid mixtures |
The learner is guided to:
- Identify and prepare examples of solid-solid mixtures - Discuss characteristics of solid-solid mixtures - Classify solid-solid mixtures as homogeneous or heterogeneous |
How can solid-solid mixtures be identified?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 43
- Various solid materials (flour, sand, salt) - Containers - Digital resources - Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 44 - Water, various solids (salt, sugar, sand, flour) - Stirring rods |
- Oral questions
- Practical activities
- Written assignments
|
|
2 | 4 |
Mixtures
|
Mixtures - Types of Mixtures (Liquid-Liquid)
Mixtures - Separating Heterogeneous Mixtures (Winnowing) Mixtures - Separating Heterogeneous Mixtures (Picking) |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Define liquid-liquid mixtures - Identify examples of liquid-liquid mixtures - Show interest in exploring liquid-liquid mixtures |
The learner is guided to:
- Prepare various liquid-liquid mixtures - Observe and classify them as homogeneous or heterogeneous - Discuss characteristics of liquid-liquid mixtures |
How can liquid-liquid mixtures be classified?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 45
- Various liquids (water, milk, cooking oil, kerosene) - Containers - Stirring rods - Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 47 - Mixtures of light and heavy particles (rice and husks) - Mats - Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 48 - Mixtures with big solid particles (maize and beans) - Trays |
- Oral questions
- Practical activities
- Written assignments
|
|
2 | 5 |
Mixtures
|
Mixtures - Separating Heterogeneous Mixtures (Sieving)
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain the process of sieving - Demonstrate the use of sieving to separate mixtures - Appreciate the application of sieving in daily life |
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss the principle of sieving - Demonstrate separation of mixtures by sieving - Identify applications of sieving in daily life |
How is sieving used to separate mixtures?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 49
- Mixtures of particles of different sizes - Sieves - Containers |
- Practical activities
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
|
|
3 | 1 |
Mixtures
|
Mixtures - Separating Heterogeneous Mixtures (Using Magnet)
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain the use of a magnet to separate mixtures - Demonstrate the use of a magnet to separate mixtures - Show interest in magnetic separation |
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss the principle of magnetic separation - Demonstrate separation of mixtures using a magnet - Identify applications of magnetic separation in daily life |
How are magnets used to separate mixtures?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 52
- Mixtures containing magnetic materials - Magnets - Containers - Gloves |
- Practical activities
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
|
|
3 | 2 |
Mixtures
|
Mixtures - Separating Heterogeneous Mixtures (Filtration)
Mixtures - Separating Heterogeneous Mixtures (Decantation) |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain the process of filtration - Demonstrate the use of filtration to separate mixtures - Appreciate the application of filtration in daily life |
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss the principle of filtration - Demonstrate separation of mixtures by filtration - Identify applications of filtration in daily life |
How is filtration used to separate mixtures?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 51
- Mixtures of insoluble solids and liquids - Filter materials (cloth, paper) - Containers - Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 50 - Containers - Stirring rods |
- Practical activities
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
|
|
3 | 3 |
Mixtures
|
Mixtures - Separating Heterogeneous Mixtures (Separating Funnel)
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain the use of a separating funnel - Demonstrate the use of a separating funnel to separate immiscible liquids - Appreciate the importance of separating funnels |
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss the principle of separating immiscible liquids - Demonstrate separation using a separating funnel - Identify applications of separating funnels in daily life |
How is a separating funnel used to separate mixtures?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 53
- Immiscible liquids (water and kerosene) - Separating funnel - Containers |
- Practical activities
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
|
|
3 | 4 |
Mixtures
|
Water Pollution - Meaning of Water Pollution
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Define water pollution - Distinguish between clean and polluted water - Appreciate the importance of clean water |
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss the meaning of water pollution - Observe pictures of clean and polluted water - Use digital devices to explore water pollution |
Why is water pollution a concern?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 56
- Digital devices - Pictures of clean and polluted water - Video resources |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
- Observation schedules
|
|
3 | 5 |
Mixtures
|
Water Pollution - Water Pollutants
Water Pollution - Human Activities Causing Water Pollution |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify common water pollutants - Explain sources of water pollutants - Show concern about water pollution |
The learner is guided to:
- Walk around the school and neighborhood to identify water pollutants - Record observations of harmful substances causing water pollution - Discuss findings with peers |
What are the common water pollutants in our environment?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 57
- School and neighborhood environment - Protective gear (gumboots, gloves, masks) - Recording materials - Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 58 - Digital devices - Pictures showing water pollution - Video resources |
- Observation schedules
- Written assignments
- Peer assessment
|
|
4 | 1 |
Mixtures
|
Water Pollution - Soil as a Water Pollutant
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain how soil pollutes water - Identify activities that lead to soil pollution of water - Show concern about soil erosion |
The learner is guided to:
- Observe pictures showing soil pollution of water - Discuss how soil enters water sources - Identify activities that lead to soil erosion |
How does soil pollute water sources?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 59
- Digital devices - Pictures showing soil erosion - Video resources |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
- Observation schedules
|
|
4 | 2 |
Mixtures
|
Water Pollution - Effects on Animals
Water Pollution - Effects on Humans |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain effects of water pollution on animals - Identify animals affected by water pollution - Show concern for animals affected by polluted water |
The learner is guided to:
- Observe pictures showing effects of polluted water on animals - Discuss how polluted water affects animals - Create awareness posters on protecting animals from water pollution |
How does water pollution affect animals?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 60
- Digital devices - Pictures showing effects of water pollution - Art materials - Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 61 |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
- Projects
|
|
4 | 3 |
Mixtures
|
Water Pollution - Effects on Plants
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain effects of water pollution on plants - Identify plants affected by water pollution - Show concern for plants affected by polluted water |
The learner is guided to:
- Observe pictures showing effects of polluted water on plants - Discuss how polluted water affects plant growth - Create awareness posters on protecting plants from water pollution |
How does water pollution affect plants?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 62
- Digital devices - Pictures showing effects of water pollution - Art materials |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
- Projects
|
|
4 | 4 |
Mixtures
|
Water Pollution - Methods of Reducing Water Pollution (Waste Disposal)
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain proper waste disposal methods - Demonstrate proper waste disposal - Show responsibility in waste disposal |
The learner is guided to:
- Observe pictures showing proper and improper waste disposal - Discuss how proper waste disposal reduces water pollution - Participate in a clean-up activity in the school compound |
How can proper waste disposal reduce water pollution?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 63
- Digital devices - Pictures showing waste disposal - Waste bins - Protective gear |
- Observation schedules
- Practical activities
- Peer assessment
|
|
4 | 5 |
Mixtures
|
Water Pollution - Methods of Reducing Water Pollution (Dirty Water Disposal)
Water Pollution - Methods of Reducing Water Pollution (Soil Erosion Control) |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain proper disposal of dirty water - Demonstrate proper disposal of dirty water - Show responsibility in dirty water management |
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss how to properly dispose of dirty water - Identify ways to reuse dirty water - Create a flowchart showing proper dirty water management |
How can proper dirty water disposal reduce water pollution?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 64
- Digital devices - Charts - Art materials - Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 65 - School compound - Pictures showing soil erosion control |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
- Projects
|
|
5 | 1 |
Mixtures
|
Water Pollution - Basic Methods of Water Treatment (Boiling)
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain the process of boiling water - Demonstrate boiling as a water treatment method - Appreciate the importance of boiling water |
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss the process of boiling water for treatment - Observe pictures showing water boiling - Discuss safety measures when boiling water |
How does boiling make water safe?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 66
- Digital devices - Pictures showing water boiling - Heat source (under teacher supervision) |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
- Observation schedules
|
|
5 | 2 |
Mixtures
|
Water Pollution - Basic Methods of Water Treatment (Filtration)
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain the process of water filtration - Demonstrate water filtration - Show interest in water filtration methods |
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss the process of water filtration - Demonstrate simple water filtration using locally available materials - Discuss the limitations of filtration |
How effective is filtration in water treatment?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 67
- Dirty water - Filter materials (cloth, sand) - Containers |
- Practical activities
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
|
|
5 | 3 |
Mixtures
|
Water Pollution - Basic Methods of Water Treatment (Chemical Treatment)
Water Pollution - Basic Methods of Water Treatment (Solar Treatment) |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain chemical treatment of water - Identify safe chemicals used for water treatment - Show caution when handling water treatment chemicals |
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss chemical treatment of water - Observe pictures showing chemical water treatment - Discuss safety measures when using water treatment chemicals |
How effective is chemical treatment of water?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 68
- Digital devices - Pictures showing chemical water treatment - Water treatment chemicals (under teacher supervision) - Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 69 - Pictures showing solar water treatment - Clear bottles for solar treatment demonstration |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
- Observation schedules
|
|
5 | 4 |
Mixtures
|
Water Pollution - Water Filter Project Planning
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Plan a water filter project - Identify materials needed for the water filter - Show enthusiasm for the project |
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss what a water filter should include - Plan a water filter using locally available materials - Identify materials needed for the water filter |
How can we design an effective water filter?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 70
- Digital devices - Pictures of water filters - Planning worksheets |
- Project plans
- Oral questions
- Peer assessment
|
|
5 | 5 |
Mixtures
|
Water Pollution - Water Filter Construction
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Make a functional water filter - Explain how the water filter works - Show creativity in filter construction |
The learner is guided to:
- Use locally available materials to make a water filter - Layer the filtering materials in the correct order - Test the water filter |
How can we construct a functional water filter?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 70
- Plastic bottles - Gravel, sand, charcoal, cloth - Scissors, string - Dirty water |
- Projects
- Demonstrations
- Peer assessment
|
|
6 | 1 |
Mixtures
|
Water Pollution - Water Filter Testing
Water Pollution - Water Filter Presentation |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Test the effectiveness of the water filter - Identify areas for improvement - Show commitment to enhancing filter effectiveness |
The learner is guided to:
- Test their water filters with dirty water - Observe the filtered water - Discuss ways to improve the water filter |
How can we improve our water filters?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 71
- Completed water filters - Dirty water - Clean containers - Presentation space |
- Projects
- Demonstrations
- Peer assessment
|
|
6 | 2 |
Force and Energy
|
Floating and Sinking - Demonstrating Floating and Sinking
Floating and Sinking - Classifying Objects Floating and Sinking - Factors Affecting Floating and Sinking (Shape) |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain the concept of floating and sinking - Demonstrate floating and sinking using different materials - Appreciate the occurrence of floating and sinking in nature |
The learner is guided to:
- Work in groups to observe pictures of floating and sinking objects - Walk around the school compound and collect different items - Test the collected items for floating and sinking in water |
Why do some materials float and others sink?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 73
- Various objects (wooden sticks, stones, bottle tops, etc.) - Container with water - Digital resources - Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 74 - Various objects - Digital devices - Chart paper - Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 75 - Bottle tops - Plasticine - Hammer (teacher use only) |
- Observation schedules
- Oral questions
- Practical activities
|
|
6 | 3 |
Force and Energy
|
Floating and Sinking - Factors Affecting Floating and Sinking (Weight)
Floating and Sinking - Factors Affecting Floating and Sinking (Size) |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain how weight affects floating and sinking - Demonstrate the effect of weight on floating and sinking - Show interest in exploring the effect of weight |
The learner is guided to:
- Conduct experiments with containers of same size but different contents (sand vs. feathers) - Observe the effect of weight on floating - Discuss their observations and conclusions |
How does weight affect floating and sinking?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 76
- Containers of same size - Sand, feathers or cotton wool - Container with water - Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 77 - Blocks of wood of different sizes - Container with water - Digital resources |
- Practical activities
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
|
|
6 | 4 |
Force and Energy
|
Floating and Sinking - Applications (Swimming)
Floating and Sinking - Applications (Diving) Floating and Sinking - Applications (Lifesavers) |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain how floating and sinking apply to swimming - Identify safety measures in swimming - Show awareness of water safety |
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss how floaters help in swimming - Identify safety measures when swimming - Create awareness posters on swimming safety |
How are floaters useful in swimming?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 78
- Digital devices - Pictures showing swimming - Art materials - Pictures showing diving - Pictures showing lifesavers - Video resources |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
- Projects
|
|
6 | 5 |
Force and Energy
|
Floating and Sinking - Applications (Water Transport)
Floating and Sinking - Applications (Floods and Rescue) |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain how floating and sinking apply to water transport - Identify different water vessels - Show interest in water transport |
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss how boats and ships float on water - Identify different types of water vessels - Discuss the importance of water transport |
How are floating principles applied in water transport?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 79
- Digital devices - Pictures showing water vessels - Video resources - Pictures showing floods and rescue operations |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
- Projects
|
|
7 | 1 |
Force and Energy
|
Floating and Sinking - Applications (Surfing)
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain how floating and sinking apply to surfing - Identify surfing safety measures - Show interest in water sports |
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss how surfboards float on water - Identify safety measures in surfing - Discuss the importance of balance in surfing |
How are floating principles applied in surfing?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 79
- Digital devices - Pictures showing surfing - Video resources |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
- Projects
|
|
7 | 2 |
Force and Energy
|
Floating and Sinking - Lifesaver Project Planning
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Plan a lifesaver project - Identify materials needed for the lifesaver - Show enthusiasm for the project |
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss what a lifesaver should include - Plan a lifesaver using locally available materials - Identify materials needed for the lifesaver |
How can we design effective lifesavers?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 80
- Digital devices - Pictures of lifesavers - Planning worksheets |
- Project plans
- Oral questions
- Peer assessment
|
|
7 | 3 |
Force and Energy
|
Floating and Sinking - Lifesaver Construction
Floating and Sinking - Assessment Activities |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Make a functional lifesaver - Explain how the lifesaver works - Show creativity in lifesaver construction |
The learner is guided to:
- Use locally available materials to make a lifesaver - Ensure the lifesaver is functional - Test the lifesaver in water (under teacher supervision) |
How can we construct functional lifesavers?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 80
- Rubber tubes or plastics - Air pump - Rope - Water source for testing - Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 83 - Assessment worksheets - Digital resources - Reference materials |
- Projects
- Demonstrations
- Peer assessment
|
|
7 | 4 |
Force and Energy
|
Sound Energy - Sources of Sound
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Define sound as a form of energy - Identify sources of sound in the environment - Appreciate the variety of sound sources |
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss sound as a form of energy produced by vibration - Identify different sources of sound in the environment - Classify sound sources (blowing, hitting, plucking, shaking) |
How is sound produced?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 84
- Various sound-producing objects - Digital resources - Charts |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
- Observation schedules
|
|
7 | 5 |
Force and Energy
|
Sound Energy - Sound Production by Hitting
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Demonstrate sound production by hitting - Explain how hitting produces sound - Show interest in exploring sound production |
The learner is guided to:
- Use a drum to demonstrate sound production by hitting - Observe the effect of hitting softly versus hitting hard - Discuss their observations and conclusions |
How does hitting objects produce sound?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 85
- Drums or improvised drums - Digital resources - Charts |
- Practical activities
- Oral questions
- Observation schedules
|
|
8 | 1 |
Force and Energy
|
Sound Energy - Sound Production by Plucking
Sound Energy - Sound Production by Blowing |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Demonstrate sound production by plucking - Explain how plucking produces sound - Show interest in exploring sound production |
The learner is guided to:
- Use strings to demonstrate sound production by plucking - Observe the effect of string length on sound produced - Discuss their observations and conclusions |
How does plucking strings produce sound?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 86
- Strings - Desks - Digital resources - Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 87 - Flutes or improvised flutes - Digital resources - Charts |
- Practical activities
- Oral questions
- Observation schedules
|
|
8 | 2 |
Force and Energy
|
Sound Energy - Movement of Sound (All Directions)
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain that sound travels in all directions - Demonstrate sound traveling in all directions - Appreciate how sound travels |
The learner is guided to:
- Conduct experiments to show that sound travels in all directions - Observe that listeners at different positions can hear the same sound - Discuss their observations and conclusions |
How does sound travel?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 88
- Sound sources (radio, bell, etc.) - Open space - Digital resources |
- Practical activities
- Oral questions
- Observation schedules
|
|
8 | 3 |
Force and Energy
|
Sound Energy - Reflection of Sound (Echo)
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain the reflection of sound - Identify situations where echo occurs - Show interest in exploring echoes |
The learner is guided to:
- Read a story about echo - Conduct experiments to demonstrate echo - Identify places where echo can be heard |
What causes echoes?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 89
- Tubes made of rolled manila paper - Large walls or buildings - Digital resources |
- Practical activities
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
|
|
8 | 4 |
Force and Energy
|
Sound Energy - Multiple Echoes
Sound Energy - Sound Instrument Project (Drum) |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain multiple echoes - Demonstrate the occurrence of multiple echoes - Show interest in exploring multiple echoes |
The learner is guided to:
- Conduct experiments to demonstrate multiple echoes - Identify places where multiple echoes can be heard - Discuss their observations and conclusions |
How do multiple echoes occur?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 91
- Tubes made of rolled manila paper - Environment with two walls or buildings - Digital resources - Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 92 - Empty tins - Dry animal skin or alternative - Strings - Sticks |
- Practical activities
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
|
|
8 | 5 |
Force and Energy
|
Sound Energy - Sound Instrument Project (Flute)
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Design and make a flute - Explain how the flute produces sound - Show creativity in flute making |
The learner is guided to:
- Identify materials needed for making a flute - Make a flute using locally available materials - Test the flute and make improvements |
How can we make a functional flute?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 93
- Straws, plastic pipes or bamboo - Knife (teacher use only) - Ruler |
- Projects
- Demonstrations
- Peer assessment
|
|
9 |
Midterm break |
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10 | 1 |
Force and Energy
|
Sound Energy - Sound Instrument Project (Bell)
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Design and make a bell - Explain how the bell produces sound - Show creativity in bell making |
The learner is guided to:
- Identify materials needed for making a bell - Make a bell using locally available materials - Test the bell and make improvements |
How can we make a functional bell?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 94
- Old car or motorcycle rim - Piece of metal - Rope |
- Projects
- Demonstrations
- Peer assessment
|
|
10 | 2 |
Force and Energy
|
Sound Energy - Creating a Sound Game using Scratch
Sound Energy - Effects of Loud Sound |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Use Scratch to create a sound game - Apply digital skills in sound programming - Show creativity in digital sound creation |
The learner is guided to:
- Learn the basics of Scratch programming - Use Scratch to create a simple sound game - Test and improve their sound games |
How can technology enhance sound learning?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 95
- Computers with Scratch installed - Digital resources - Internet connection - Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 96 - Digital devices - Charts showing effects of loud sound - Video resources |
- Digital projects
- Demonstrations
- Peer assessment
|
|
10 | 3 |
Force and Energy
|
Sound Energy - Effects of Sound Pollution
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain different effects of sound pollution - Identify sources of sound pollution - Show responsibility in reducing sound pollution |
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss effects of sound pollution (hearing loss, lack of concentration, irritability, sleep disturbance, communication interference) - Identify sources of sound pollution in their environment - Create awareness posters on sound pollution |
What are the effects of sound pollution?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 97
- Digital devices - Charts - Art materials |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
- Projects
|
|
10 | 4 |
Force and Energy
|
Sound Energy - Government Role in Addressing Sound Pollution
Heat Transfer - Meaning of Heat Transfer |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain the role of government in addressing sound pollution - Identify sound regulations - Show appreciation for sound pollution control |
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss the role of government in addressing sound pollution - Identify sound regulations and their importance - Create awareness posters on sound regulation |
How does the government address sound pollution?
|
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 98
- Digital devices - Charts showing government roles - Reference materials - Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 100 - Charts showing heat transfer - Video resources |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
- Projects
|
|
10 | 5 |
Force and Energy
|
Heat Transfer - Conduction
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain heat transfer by conduction - Demonstrate heat transfer through solids - Show interest in exploring conduction |
The learner is guided to:
- Conduct experiments to demonstrate heat transfer through solids - Observe how heat moves through metallic objects - Discuss their observations and conclusions |
How does heat move through solids?
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- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 101
- Hot water in containers - Metallic spoons - Candles, matches, long nails - Digital resources |
- Practical activities
- Oral questions
- Observation schedules
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11 | 1 |
Force and Energy
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Heat Transfer - Good and Poor Conductors
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Classify materials as good or poor conductors of heat - Test different materials for heat conduction - Appreciate the importance of heat conductivity |
The learner is guided to:
- Test different materials for heat conduction - Classify materials as good or poor conductors - Discuss applications of good and poor conductors |
How can we classify materials based on heat conductivity?
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- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 103
- Hot water - Various materials (metal, wood, plastic) - Cooking fat or petroleum jelly - Digital resources |
- Practical activities
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
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11 | 2 |
Force and Energy
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Heat Transfer - Applications of Conduction
Heat Transfer - Convection |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify applications of heat conduction - Explain how conduction is applied in daily life - Show interest in conduction applications |
The learner is guided to:
- Identify applications of heat conduction in daily life - Visit the school kitchen to observe utensils - Discuss why cooking utensils are made of specific materials |
How is heat conduction applied in daily life?
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- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 105
- Digital devices - Pictures showing applications - School kitchen (if available) - Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 108 - Containers with water - Heat sources (under teacher supervision) - Sand, paper bits - Carton boxes |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
- Projects
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11 | 3 |
Force and Energy
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Heat Transfer - Applications of Convection
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify applications of convection - Explain how convection is applied in daily life - Show interest in convection applications |
The learner is guided to:
- Identify applications of convection in daily life (heating liquids, cooling liquids, body cooling, wind) - Discuss how convection works in these applications - Create illustrations showing convection applications |
How is convection applied in daily life?
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- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 112
- Digital devices - Pictures showing applications - Art materials |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
- Projects
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11 | 4 |
Force and Energy
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Heat Transfer - Radiation
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain heat transfer by radiation - Demonstrate heat transfer through radiation - Show interest in exploring radiation |
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss radiation as heat transfer without material contact - Conduct experiments to demonstrate radiation - Discuss their observations and conclusions |
How does heat move through space?
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- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 113
- Heat sources (under teacher supervision) - Cooking fat or petroleum jelly - Tables - Digital resources |
- Practical activities
- Oral questions
- Observation schedules
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11 | 5 |
Force and Energy
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Heat Transfer - Applications of Radiation
Heat Transfer - Safety Precautions |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify applications of radiation - Explain how radiation is applied in daily life - Show interest in radiation applications |
The learner is guided to:
- Identify applications of radiation in daily life (drying clothes, warming by fire) - Discuss how radiation works in these applications - Create illustrations showing radiation applications |
How is radiation applied in daily life?
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- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 115
- Digital devices - Pictures showing applications - Art materials - Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 116 - Pictures showing safety measures - Protective equipment |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
- Projects
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12 | 1 |
Force and Energy
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Heat Transfer - Fire Emergency Response
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify ways to respond to fire emergencies - Demonstrate proper fire emergency responses - Show responsibility in emergency situations |
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss ways to respond to fire emergencies - Demonstrate proper emergency responses - Create an emergency response plan |
How should we respond to fire emergencies?
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- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 117
- Digital devices - Pictures showing emergency responses - Charts |
- Practical activities
- Oral questions
- Projects
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12 | 2 |
Force and Energy
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Heat Transfer - Oven Gloves Project
Heat Transfer - Fireless Cooker Project Heat Transfer - Fireless Cooker Project |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Design and make oven gloves - Explain how oven gloves prevent heat transfer - Show creativity in oven gloves making |
The learner is guided to:
- Identify materials needed for making oven gloves - Make oven gloves using locally available materials - Test the effectiveness of the oven gloves |
How can we make functional oven gloves?
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- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 118
- Old pieces of heavy clothing - Scissors - Sewing needles and thread - Marker pens - Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 119 - Old cotton cloth - Basket, bucket or clean dustbin with lid - Sewing needles and thread |
- Projects
- Demonstrations
- Peer assessment
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End term Exams |
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