Living Things and Their Environment

Human Excretory System - Components of the excretory system

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify components of the excretory system
- Recognize the skin as an excretory organ
- Appreciate the importance of waste removal

- Brainstorm on waste removal in humans
- Identify excretory organs (skin, lungs, kidneys)
- Discuss the role of excretory system
- Compare different excretory organs

What organs make up the human excretory system?

- Master Integrated Science pg. 119
- Charts of excretory system
- Digital resources

- Observation - Oral questions - Practical work

Living Things and Their Environment

Human Excretory System - External parts of the skin
Human Excretory System - Structure of the skin

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify external parts of the skin using hand lens
- Observe hair and sweat pores
- Show interest in studying body structures

- Use hand lens to observe external parts of skin
- Identify visible parts of skin on arm
- Sketch external parts of skin as seen through hand lens
- Compare drawings with classmates

What parts of the skin can be seen with a hand lens?

- Master Integrated Science pg. 120
- Hand lenses
- Observation sheets
- Master Integrated Science pg. 121
- Skin structure charts
- Digital devices

- Practical work - Observation schedule - Checklist

Living Things and Their Environment

Human Excretory System - Functions of skin parts
Human Excretory System - Understanding excretion and waste products

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe functions of skin parts
- Explain the sweating process
- Appreciate the skin's protective role

- Name waste products removed through skin
- Explain functions of sweat glands, ducts and pores
- Discuss other functions of skin parts
- Search for information on skin functions

How do the different parts of the skin function?

- Master Integrated Science pg. 122
- Reference materials
- Digital resources
- Master Integrated Science pg. 123
- Puzzle materials
- Story completion sheets

- Oral questions - Written tests - Assessment rubrics

Living Things and Their Environment

Human Excretory System - Parts of the urinary system
Human Excretory System - Modeling the urinary system

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify parts of the urinary system
- Label kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra
- Understand the urinary system structure

- Study diagram and identify urinary system
- Identify and name labeled parts A to E
- Draw well-labeled diagram of urinary system
- Compare drawings with classmates

What are the main parts of the urinary system?

- Master Integrated Science pg. 124
- Urinary system charts
- Digital devices
- Master Integrated Science pg. 125
- Locally available materials
- Model construction supplies

- Practical work - Observation - Oral questions

Living Things and Their Environment

Human Excretory System - Functions of urinary system parts
Human Excretory System - External parts of the kidney

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe functions of kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra
- Explain the process of urine formation
- Appreciate the complexity of kidney function

- Answer questions about functions of urinary system parts
- Use textbooks to search for function information
- Take turns reading questions and answering
- Share findings with classmates

How do the parts of the urinary system work together?

- Master Integrated Science pg. 126
- Function reference materials
- Question cards
- Master Integrated Science pg. 127
- Kidney structure charts
- Digital resources

- Assessment rubrics - Oral questions - Written assignments

Living Things and Their Environment

Human Excretory System - Kidney disorders and their causes
Human Excretory System - Prevention of kidney disorders

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify common kidney disorders
- Describe causes of kidney stones and kidney failure
- Understand the importance of kidney health

- Search for information on kidney disorders
- Read conversation with resource person
- Identify kidney disorders mentioned
- Discuss causes and prevention methods

What are common kidney disorders and what causes them?

- Master Integrated Science pg. 128
- Reference materials
- Case study conversations
- Master Integrated Science pg. 129
- Health promotion materials
- Resource person

- Checklist - Anecdotal records - Oral questions

Living Things and Their Environment

Human Excretory System - Promoting skin health
Human Excretory System - Promoting kidney health

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify practices that promote healthy skin
- Develop good hygiene habits
- Appreciate the importance of skin care

- Study pictures and identify healthy skin
- Discuss activities to promote healthy skin
- Give advice for skin hygiene scenarios
- Search for information on skin health practices

What activities promote healthy skin?

- Master Integrated Science pg. 130
- Health education materials
- Digital devices
- Master Integrated Science pg. 131
- Nutrition information
- Health guidelines

- Practical work - Assessment rubrics - Checklist

Living Things and Their Environment

Human Excretory System - Developing daily health logs
Human Excretory System - Integration and health promotion

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Create daily logs for skin and kidney health
- Plan health-promoting activities
- Take responsibility for personal health

- Study sample daily log for health activities
- Create personal plan using provided guide
- Show plan to family members
- Follow and monitor daily health activities

How can we plan and track activities that promote skin and kidney health?

- Master Integrated Science pg. 132
- Planning templates
- Family involvement
- Master Integrated Science pg. 133
- Community health resources
- Family discussion guides

- Portfolio assessment - Self-monitoring - Family feedback

Living Things and Their Environment

Human Excretory System - Review and assessment
Human Excretory System - Extension and enrichment

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of excretory system
- Apply knowledge to solve health problems
- Show mastery of key concepts

- Complete comprehensive assessment questions
- Identify body organs and their functions
- List activities that promote organ health
- Provide health advice for kidney disorders

What have I learned about the human excretory system?

- Assessment papers
- Review materials
- Health case studies
- Advanced health resources
- Research materials
- Presentation tools

- Summative assessment - Written tests - Assessment rubrics

Living Things and Their Environment
Force and Energy

Human Excretory System - Final integration and reflection
Electrical Energy - Sources of electricity in the environment

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Synthesize learning from entire strand
- Reflect on personal growth and understanding
- Set goals for continued health learning

- Complete reflection on entire Living Things strand
- Connect reproductive and excretory systems
- Evaluate personal health practices
- Plan for continued health education

How has learning about living things and their environment changed my understanding of health?

- Reflection journals
- Integration activities
- Goal-setting materials
- Master Integrated Science pg. 134
- Images of electricity sources
- Digital devices

- Reflection assessment - Self-evaluation - Portfolio review

Force and Energy

Electrical Energy - Solar, hydro-electric and geothermal power
Electrical Energy - Wind, nuclear and other power sources

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe how solar power is generated
- Explain hydro-electric power generation
- Understand geothermal energy production

- Search for information on solar, hydro-electric and geothermal power
- Study figures showing power generation systems
- Discuss advantages of renewable energy sources
- Compare different power generation methods

How do renewable energy sources generate electricity?

- Master Integrated Science pg. 135
- Digital resources
- Power generation diagrams
- Master Integrated Science pg. 136
- Energy conversion charts
- Reference materials

- Written tests - Assessment rubrics - Oral questions

Force and Energy

Electrical Energy - Electrical cells and batteries
Electrical Energy - Flow of electric current in series circuits

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify electrical cells and batteries
- Understand how batteries store and release energy
- Recognize positive and negative terminals

- Examine electrical cells and identify terminals
- Study battery structure and function
- Practice identifying positive and negative terminals
- Discuss battery safety measures

How do electrical cells and batteries provide electricity?

- Master Integrated Science pg. 137
- Electrical cells
- Battery samples
- Master Integrated Science pg. 138
- Electrical apparatus
- Circuit materials

- Practical work - Observation schedule - Safety checklist

Force and Energy

Electrical Energy - Flow of electric current in parallel circuits
Electrical Energy - Understanding electrical circuits

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Demonstrate flow of electric current in parallel circuits
- Set up simple parallel circuits
- Compare series and parallel arrangements

- Set up electrical circuits in parallel arrangement
- Observe circuit behavior with parallel connections
- Draw electrical circuits for each setup
- Compare parallel with series circuits

How does electric current flow in parallel circuits?

- Master Integrated Science pg. 139
- Electrical components
- Circuit diagrams
- Master Integrated Science pg. 140
- Circuit analysis materials
- Switch demonstrations

- Practical work - Written tests - Peer assessment

Force and Energy

Electrical Energy - Series and parallel arrangements
Electrical Energy - Common electrical appliances

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Compare series and parallel arrangements
- Predict circuit behavior
- Understand current flow patterns

- Classify circuits as series or parallel
- Analyze effects of removing bulbs from circuits
- Compare brightness of bulbs in different arrangements
- Draw various circuit configurations

How do series and parallel arrangements affect circuit performance?

- Master Integrated Science pg. 141
- Circuit comparison charts
- Analysis worksheets
- Master Integrated Science pg. 142
- Appliance pictures
- Flashcards

- Assessment rubrics - Problem solving - Circuit analysis

Force and Energy

Electrical Energy - Safety measures with electrical appliances
Electrical Energy - Electrical safety in daily life

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify safety measures for electrical appliances
- Recognize electrical hazards
- Practice safe handling procedures

- Complete statements about safety measures
- Analyze scenarios with electrical hazards
- Discuss actions for electrical emergencies
- Search for safety information

How can we safely handle electrical appliances?

- Master Integrated Science pg. 143
- Safety guidelines
- Emergency procedures
- Master Integrated Science pg. 144
- Safety manuals
- Emergency resources

- Written tests - Safety demonstrations - Checklist

Force and Energy

Electrical Energy - Uses of electricity in daily life
Electrical Energy - Integration and application

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify multiple uses of electricity
- Appreciate electricity's importance
- Connect electricity to modern living

- State uses of electricity in homes, schools, hospitals, factories
- Identify electricity uses in pictures
- Name other uses in daily life
- Discuss importance of electrical systems

How does electricity support modern life?

- Master Integrated Science pg. 145
- Usage examples
- Modern life illustrations
- Problem-solving materials
- Design challenges

- Practical work - Oral questions - Written assignments

Force and Energy

Electrical Energy - Review and assessment
Electrical Energy - Extension and research

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Demonstrate mastery of electrical energy concepts
- Identify learning gaps
- Plan for improvement

- Complete summative assessment on electrical energy
- Review performance and identify strengths
- Address areas needing improvement
- Set goals for continued learning

What have I learned about electrical energy and how can I improve?

- Assessment papers
- Performance reviews
- Improvement plans
- Advanced electrical resources
- Career information
- Research tools

- Summative assessment - Self-evaluation - Teacher feedback

Force and Energy

Electrical Energy - Innovation and creativity
Magnetism - Identifying and demonstrating magnetic properties

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Design innovative electrical solutions
- Think creatively about electrical applications
- Demonstrate entrepreneurial thinking

- Design solutions for electrical problems in school/community
- Create models of innovative electrical devices
- Present creative electrical ideas
- Develop business plans for electrical innovations

How can I use creativity and innovation to solve electrical energy challenges?

- Innovation materials
- Design supplies
- Presentation tools
- Master Integrated Science pg. 146
- Bar magnets
- Iron filings and nails

- Innovation assessment - Creativity evaluation - Entrepreneurship skills

Force and Energy

Magnetism - Demonstrating attraction and repulsion
Magnetism - Directional properties of magnets

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Demonstrate magnetic attraction and repulsion
- Understand interaction between magnets
- Predict magnetic behavior

- Place two bar magnets on flat surface
- Bring magnet ends close to each other
- Observe and record attraction or repulsion
- Reverse magnet ends and observe changes

How do magnets interact with each other?

- Master Integrated Science pg. 147
- Two bar magnets
- Observation sheets
- Master Integrated Science pg. 148
- Thread and retort stand
- Compass for reference

- Assessment rubrics - Practical work - Prediction skills

Force and Energy

Magnetism - Magnetic poles and their identification
Magnetism - Magnetic strength and measurement

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify magnetic poles
- Label north and south poles
- Understand pole characteristics

- Place bar magnet on iron filings
- Observe where iron filings cling most
- Suspend magnet and identify north-pointing end
- Label north and south poles correctly

What are magnetic poles and how can they be identified?

- Master Integrated Science pg. 149
- Iron filings
- Pole identification materials
- Master Integrated Science pg. 150
- Spring balance
- Various magnets

- Practical work - Written tests - Pole identification assessment

Force and Energy

Magnetism - Basic law of magnetism
Magnetism - Magnetic and non-magnetic materials

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Understand the basic law of magnetism
- Predict magnetic interactions
- Apply magnetic principles

- Bring north pole to south pole of another magnet
- Bring north poles together
- Bring south poles together
- Record all observations and formulate law

What is the basic law of magnetism?

- Master Integrated Science pg. 151
- Multiple bar magnets
- Law formulation materials
- Master Integrated Science pg. 152
- Collection of materials
- Classification tables

- Scientific reasoning - Law application - Prediction accuracy

Force and Energy

Magnetism - Testing household materials
Magnetism - Uses of magnets in separation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Apply magnetic testing to household items
- Extend classification skills
- Connect learning to home environment

- Test household items with parent/guardian permission
- Use magnet to classify household materials
- Record observations in table format
- Share findings with classmates

What household materials are magnetic or non-magnetic?

- Master Integrated Science pg. 153
- Household materials
- Home testing permissions
- Master Integrated Science pg. 154
- Application examples
- Magnetic toys

- Home-school connection - Extended classification - Family involvement

Force and Energy

Magnetism - Magnets in technology and navigation
Magnetism - Practical applications and problem solving

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Understand magnets in speakers and compasses
- Appreciate magnetic navigation
- Connect magnetism to technology

- Explain magnetic demonstrations and magic tricks
- Suggest magnetic solutions for practical problems
- Study magnetic compass operations
- Research technological applications

How do magnets work in speakers, compasses, and other technologies?

- Master Integrated Science pg. 155
- Magnetic compass
- Speaker demonstrations
- Master Integrated Science pg. 156
- Problem-solving scenarios
- Design materials

- Assessment rubrics - Technology connections - Research skills

Force and Energy

Magnetism - Review and integration
Magnetism - Extension and research

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of magnetism
- Integrate magnetic concepts
- Apply knowledge in new contexts

- Complete comprehensive magnetism questions
- Classify magnetic and non-magnetic materials
- Predict magnetic interactions
- Solve magnetism problems

What have I learned about magnetism and its applications?

- Master Integrated Science pg. 157
- Review materials
- Assessment questions
- Advanced magnetic resources
- Research materials
- Technology examples

- Summative assessment - Knowledge integration - Problem solving

Force and Energy

Magnetism - Innovation and creativity
Force and Energy Integration - Connecting electrical energy and magnetism

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Design innovative magnetic solutions
- Think creatively about magnetic applications
- Demonstrate entrepreneurial thinking

- Design magnetic devices for community problems
- Create innovative magnetic toys or tools
- Develop business plans for magnetic innovations
- Present creative magnetic solutions

How can I use magnetism to create innovative solutions?

- Innovation materials
- Design supplies
- Presentation tools
- Integration materials
- Electromagnetic examples
- Concept mapping tools

- Innovation assessment - Creativity evaluation - Entrepreneurship skills

Force and Energy

Force and Energy Integration - Comprehensive review and assessment
Force and Energy Integration - Real-world applications and careers

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Demonstrate mastery of entire Force and Energy strand
- Apply concepts to complex problems
- Show readiness for advanced physics concepts

- Complete comprehensive Force and Energy assessment
- Solve complex problems involving electricity and magnetism
- Demonstrate practical skills in both areas
- Reflect on strand learning

What have I learned about Force and Energy and how will this help in future studies?

- Comprehensive assessment materials
- Complex problem scenarios
- Reflection guides
- Career information
- Field trip resources
- Community connections

- Summative assessment - Practical skills evaluation - Future readiness assessment

Force and Energy
ELEMENTS, MIXTURES AND COMPOUNDS
ELEMENTS, MIXTURES AND COMPOUNDS

Force and Energy Integration - Future learning and reflection
Introduction to Matter
Classification of matter

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Reflect on entire Force and Energy strand learning
- Set goals for advanced physics study
- Demonstrate readiness for STEM pathway

- Complete comprehensive reflection on Force and Energy learning
- Set goals for Senior School physics studies
- Create portfolio of best work from strand
- Plan for continued STEM education

How has learning about Force and Energy prepared me for advanced physics studies?

- Reflection portfolios
- Goal-setting materials
- STEM pathway information
Laboratory
Apparatus and
Equipment
Textbook
Software
Relevant reading material
Digital Devices
Recording
Spotlight Integrated Science Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 1-2
Equipment
Textbooks
Relevant reading materials
Spotlight Integrated Science Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 3-4

- Portfolio assessment - Reflection quality - Goal-setting skills

ELEMENTS, MIXTURES AND COMPOUNDS

Properties of solids
Properties of liquids
Properties of gases
Temporary and permanent changes

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify properties of solids as a state of matter
Perform a simple experiment on heating on solids
Appreciate applications of changes of state in our day to day life

The learner is guided to; Identify properties of solids as a state of matter.  Preform a simple experiment on heading of solids.  Appreciate application of changes of state of matter in our daily lives.

How does the movement of particles in matter affect its physical properties

Laboratory
Apparatus and
Equipment
Textbooks
Software
Relevant reading materials
Digital Devices
Recording
Spotlight Integrated Science Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 7
Equipment
Textbook
Spotlight Integrated Science Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 8
Spotlight Integrated Science Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 9
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Spotlight Integrated Science Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 15

Post testin Model Making Explorations Experiments Debates Applications Teacher Observations Questions Learner's Project

MIXTURES, ELEMENTS AND COMPOUNDS

Elements and compound
Common elements and their symbols
Applications of common elements
Packaging labels

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Distinguish between an element and compound
Display written examples of element and compound
Appreciate the importance of packaging in labels

The learner is guide to
Assign appropriate symbols to common salt, and water
discuss the names of common elements and the importance and market value of
common elements
Sample labelled containers of different
substances
indicating the common elements
as part of the ingredients

How are symbols assigned to elements? What is the value of elements in our day to day life.

Laboratory
Apparatus and
Equipment
Textbooks
Software
Relevant reading materials
Digital Devices
Recording
Spotlight Integrated Science Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 16-17
Spotlight Integrated Science Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 18
Spotlight Integrated Science Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 20

Reflections Game Playing Model Making Explorations Experiments Investigation Conventions, Conferences, and Debates Project

MIXTURES, ELEMENTS AND COMPOUNDS

Package labels
Common elements and their symbols
Common elements and their symbols

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

Define the term package labels
Search in the internet example of package labels
Appreciate the information on package labels

The learner is guided to
Discuss the difference between elements
and compounds,
Assign appropriate symbols to common elements and compounds
Discuss the names of common elements and
their symbols the first 13 elements of the
periodic table and commonly used metals:
zinc, lead, tin, gold, mercury
and limited to
the
Latin names only where applicable
Discuss the importance and market value of
common elements and compounds in
society
jewellery, iron, toiletries, food
nutrients, mineral elements, medals among
others
Sample labelled containers of different
substances
indicating the common elements
as part of the ingredients

How are symbols assigned to elements? What is the value of elements in day

Laboratory
Apparatus and
Equipment
?
Textbooks
Software
Relevant reading materials
Digital Devices
Recording
Spotlight Integrated Science Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 22

Reflections Game Playing Model Making Explorations Experiments Investigation Conventions, Conferences, and Debates Applications Teacher Observations Project Journals Portfolio Oral or Aural Questions Learner's Project