Algebra

Linear Equations - Substitution method introduction

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

-Express variables in terms of other variables in linear equations
-Prepare linear equations for solution by substitution
-Develop interest in solving linear equations

-Discuss and express one variable in terms of the other in linear equations
-Practice making one variable the subject of a formula
-Prepare different linear equations for solution by substitution

How do we solve linear equations in two unknowns by substitution?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 81
-Number cards
-Linear equation cards

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Algebra
Measurements

Linear Equations - Elimination method introduction
Circles - Circumference of a circle

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

-Set up linear equations for solution by elimination
-Prepare linear equations by multiplying to get equal coefficients
-Value the elimination method in solving equations

-Discuss the concept of the elimination method
-Practice multiplying equations by suitable numbers to get equal coefficients
-Set up different linear equations for solution by elimination

How do we solve linear equations by elimination?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 84
-Flash cards
-Linear equation cards
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 88
-Rope
-Wooden pegs
-String
-Metre ruler

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Circles - Circumference of a circle in real life

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

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

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

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

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

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Circles - Length of an arc

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

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Circles - Length of an arc (continued)
Circles - Perimeter of a sector

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

-Calculate the length of an arc for different angles
-Value the use of arc length in problem solving

-Draw and cut out a circle of radius 4 cm
-Fold the circular cut out into four equal parts and cut along the fold lines
-Work out the length of the arc of the quarter circle
-Apply the formula for arc length based on the angle subtended at the center

How do we determine the length of an arc for different angles?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 92-93
-Plain paper
-Pair of scissors
-Ruler
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 94-95

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Circles - Perimeter of a sector (continued)

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

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

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

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

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

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Area - Area of a circle

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

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

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

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

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

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 100-101
-Circular objects
-Calculator
-Measuring tools
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 102-103
-Ruler
-Plain paper
-Pair of compasses

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Area - Area of a sector (continued)

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

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Area - Surface area of cubes

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

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

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

How do we determine the surface area of a cube?

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

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Area - Surface area of cuboids

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

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Area - Surface area of cylinders
Area - Surface area of cylinders (continued)

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

-Work out the surface area of a cylinder
-Show curiosity in exploring the surface of a cylinder

-Discuss the properties of a cylinder
-Cut a cylinder to separate the two circular parts and the curved surface
-Observe that the curved surface opens up into a rectangle
-Measure the dimensions of the rectangle and the circles
-Calculate the areas of the circular top, circular bottom and the curved surface
-Find the sum of all the areas

How do we determine the surface area of a cylinder?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 110-111
-Closed cylinder
-Pair of scissors
-Ruler
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 112-113
-Cylindrical objects
-Calculator
-Measuring tools

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Area - Surface area of triangular prisms

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

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

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

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

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 114-115
-Triangular prism
-Ruler
-Pair of scissors

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Area - Area of irregular shapes

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

-Work out the area of irregular shapes using square grids
-Appreciate the method of estimating areas of irregular shapes

-Place a leaf on a square grid and trace its outline
-Count the number of unit squares fully enclosed
-Count the number of squares partially enclosed and divide by two
-Add the results to estimate the area of the leaf
-Discuss real-life applications of estimating irregular areas

How do we estimate the area of irregular shapes?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 116-118
-Square grid
-Leaf
-Ruler

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -Practical activities

Measurements

Money - Interest and principal
Money - Simple interest

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

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

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

What is interest in money?

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

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Money - Compound interest

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

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

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

How does compound interest differ from simple interest?

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

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Money - Appreciation

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

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

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

How do we calculate appreciation over time?

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

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Money - Depreciation
Money - Hire purchase

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

-Work out depreciation per annum step by step
-Show interest in the concept of depreciation in assets

-Discuss the concept of depreciation as decrease in value over time
-Calculate depreciation step by step for assets that decrease in value
-Use formula for depreciation based on percentage decrease
-Identify assets that typically depreciate in value

How do we calculate depreciation over time?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 128-129
-Calculator
-Digital devices
-Charts
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 130-131
-Posters showing hire purchase terms

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Money - Calculating hire purchase price

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

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

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

What are the advantages and disadvantages of hire purchase?

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

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Money - Calculating deposits and installments

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

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Money - Online financial tools

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

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

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

How does technology help in financial calculations?

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

-Observation -Oral questions -Digital activities

Measurements
Geometry

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

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

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

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

How can we manage money responsibly?

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

-Observation -Oral questions -Projects

Geometry

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

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

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

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

How do we construct polygons?

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

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Constructing perpendicular lines (2)

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

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

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

Where do we use polygons in real life situations?

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

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Constructing perpendicular lines (2)

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

-Construct a perpendicular line through a point on a given line
-Show interest in geometric constructions

-Practice constructing perpendicular lines through a point on a given line 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. 136
-Pair of compasses
-Ruler
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 137

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Dividing a line proportionally (1)

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

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

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

How do we construct polygons?

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

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Angle properties of 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

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Constructing regular polygons (1)

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

-Construct a regular pentagon
-Show interest in geometric constructions

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

How do we construct polygons?

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

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Constructing irregular polygons (1)

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

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

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

Where do we use polygons in real life situations?

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

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Constructing irregular polygons (1)

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

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

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

Where do we use polygons in real life situations?

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

-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

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

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

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

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

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

How do we construct polygons?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 161
-Pair of compasses
-Ruler
-Protractor
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 163

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

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

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

-Construct circles touching the sides of the triangle
-Show interest in geometric constructions

-Practice constructing circles touching sides 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. 164
-Pair of compasses
-Ruler

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.2 Coordinates and Graphs - The Cartesian plane (2)

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

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

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

How do we plot coordinates on a Cartesian plane?

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

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

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

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

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

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

How do we plot coordinates on a Cartesian plane?

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

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

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

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

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

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

Where do we use linear graphs in real life?

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

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.2 Coordinates and Graphs - Linear graphs (2)

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

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

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

Where do we use linear graphs in real life?

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

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.2 Coordinates and Graphs - Linear graphs (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

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

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

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

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

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

Where do we use linear graphs in real life?

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

-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

-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. 191
-Ruler

-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)

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

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

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

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

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

-Discuss and write 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. 196
-Ruler

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

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

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

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

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

Where do we use scale drawing in real life situations?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 198
-Ruler
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 199

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.3 Scale Drawing - Converting between statement form and ratio form (1)

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

-Convert linear scale from statement form to ratio form
-Convert linear scale from ratio form to statement form
-Appreciate the use of scale drawing in maps

-Discuss and carry out conversions of scales from one form to another
-Share findings with other learners in class

How do we determine scales in real life?

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

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.3 Scale Drawing - Making scale drawings (1)

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

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.4 Common Solids - Identifying 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. 209
-Various solid objects
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 210

-Observation

Geometry

4.4 Common Solids - Identifying 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. 211
-Various solid objects

-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 cubes and cuboids
-Enjoy working with geometric shapes

-Discuss, open and sketch the nets of hollow cubes and cuboids
-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

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

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

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

-Sketch nets of 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

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

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

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

-Sketch nets of pyramids
-Enjoy working with geometric shapes

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

What are common solids?

v Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 214
-Various hollow solids
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 215

-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 cubes from nets
-Enjoy working with geometric shapes

-Work out the surface area of cubes 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. 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

-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 cylinders from nets
-Enjoy working with geometric shapes

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

What are common solids?

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

-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. 225
-Various solid objects

-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

-Observation

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 cylinders, pyramids and cones
-Enjoy working with geometric shapes

-Make models of hollow and compact cylinders, pyramids and cones using locally available materials
-Share models with other learners in class

How do we use common solids in real life?

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

-Observation

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 cylinders, pyramids and cones
-Enjoy working with geometric shapes

-Make models of hollow and compact cylinders, pyramids and cones using locally available materials
-Share models with other learners in class

How do we use common solids in real life?

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

-Observation