Scientific Investigation

Components of Integrated Science
Pathways Related to Integrated Science
Career Opportunities Related to Knowledge and Skills in Integrated Science

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

Explain the meaning of Integrated science.
Search for the components of Integrated Science from learning resources like the Internet.
Discuss the components of Integrated Science.
Appreciate the components of Integrated Science.


Define th term pathway.
Identify the pathways Related to Integrated Science.
Discuss the pathways at senior school and describe how integrated science is related to them.
Appreciate the importance of integrated science in relation to the three pathways.

In pairs, learners are guided to explain the meaning of Integrated science
In groups, learners to search for the components of Integrated Science from learning resources like the Internet
In groups, learners are guided to discuss the components of Integrated Science
Learners to define th term pathway
In groups, learners are guided to identify the pathways Related to Integrated Science.
In groups, learners to discuss pathways at senior school and describe how integrated science is related to them.

What is Integrated Science?
What is a pathway?

KLB: Top Scholar; Integrated Science Learner

Oral questions Oral Report Observation

Scientific Investigation

Importance of Integrated Science
Laboratory Safety; Common Hazards in the Laboratory

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

Identify the important roles played by different professions in the society.
Discuss the importance of the professions in

In groups, learners to identify the important roles played by different professions in the society
In groups, learners are guided to discuss the importance of the professions in the learner

What is the importance of integrated science in our daily lives?

KLB: Top Scholar; Integrated Science Learner

Oral questions Oral Report Observation

Scientific Investigation

Identifying Common Hazard Symbols in the Laboratory
Common Laboratory Accidents; Analysing Causes of Common Laboratory Accidents
First Aid Safety Measures; Demonstrating the First Aid Safety Measures for Common Laboratory Accidents

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

Define the term hazard.
Make a list of the laboratory hazard symbols and state what they communicate.
Draw some of the hazard symbols.
Appreciate the importance of hazards symbols.

Learners are guided to define the term hazard.
In groups, learners are guided to Make a list of the laboratory hazard symbols and state what they communicate.
Individually, learners to draw some of the hazard symbols

What are the common hazard symbols in the laboratory?

KLB: Top Scholar; Integrated Science Learner

Oral questions Oral Report Observation

Scientific Investigation

Demonstrating First Aid for Burns and Scalds
Demonstrating First Aid for Ingesting Harmful Substances

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

Outline the first aid procedure for burns and scalds.
Demonstrate the first aid for burns and scalds.
Discuss the given procedure and role play.
Appreciate the importance of first aid procedure for burns and scalds.

In pairs, learners are guided to outline the first aid procedure for burns and scalds.
In pairs, learners are guided to demonstrate the first aid for burns and scalds.
In groups, learners are guided to discuss the given procedure and role play

What is the procedure for burns and scalds?

KLB: Top Scholar; Integrated Science Learner

Oral questions Oral Report Observation

Scientific Investigation

Importance of Safety Measures in the Laboratory
Basic Science Skills; Identifying Basic Skills in Science
Application of Basic Science Skills in Solving Problems in Our Daily Lives
Application of Basic Skills in Science
International System of Units

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

Discuss the accidents that may occur in the laboratory.
Identify the safety measures to observe when working in the laboratory.
Discuss the importance of the identified measures.
Appreciate the importance of the safety Measures in the Laboratory.


Identify the skills involved in an experiment.
Conduct the experiment in learner

In groups, learners are guided to discuss the accidents that may occur in the laboratory
In groups, learners are guided to identify the safety measures to observe when working in the laboratory.
In groups, learners are guided to discuss the importance of the identified measures.

Learners are guided to use digital devices to identify effects of friction on objects
In groups, learners are guided to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of friction as a force

What is the importance of safety measures in the laboratory?
Which kind of skills does one requires when conducting an experiment?

KLB: Top Scholar; Integrated Science Learner

Oral questions Oral Report Observation

Scientific Investigation

Identifying and Using SI Units to Record Measurements
Identifying and Using Derived SI Units for Measuring Area

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

Identify the object used to measure mass and temperature.
Measure different objects in class and record in International standard unit of measurement.
Appreciate the use of SI units to record measurements.

Learners to identify the object used to measure mass and temperature.
In groups, learners are guided to measure different objects in class and record in International standard unit of measurement

What do you use to measure mass?

KLB: Top Scholar; Integrated Science Learner

Oral questions Oral Report Observation

Scientific Investigation

Identifying and Using Derived Units for Measuring Volume
Identifying Derived Units for Measuring Density
Identifying Importance of Packaging Labels on Quantities of Products

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

Identify the basic units to measure the length, width and height.
Measure the length, width and height of the box provided and record.
Multiply the length, width and height of the box and record.
Discuss cubic metres as a derived unit for measuring volume.
Appreciate the using derived units for measuring volume.

In pairs, learners are guided to identify the basic units to measure the length, width and height.
In groups, learners are guided to measure the length, width and height of the box provided and record.
In groups, learners are guided to multiply the length, width and height of the box and record.
In groups, learners are guided to discuss cubic metres as a derived unit for measuring volume.

What basic units did you use to measure the length, width and height? What are the basic units for recording volume?

KLB: Top Scholar; Integrated Science Learner

Oral questions Oral Report Observation

Scientific Investigation

Laboratory Apparatus and Instruments
Grouping the Apparatus and Instruments

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

Identify laboratory apparatus and instruments.
Draw the laboratory apparatus and instruments.
Appreciate the use of laboratory apparatus and instruments.

Learners are guided to identify laboratory apparatus and instruments.
In groups, learners are guided to draw the laboratory apparatus and instruments

What are some of the laboratory apparatus and instruments?

KLB: Top Scholar; Integrated Science Learner

Oral questions Oral Report Observation

Scientific Investigation

Parts and Functions of a Light Microscope
Handling and use of a Light Microscope
Using a Light Microscope
Using a Light Microscope

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

Define a microscope.
Identify the parts of a light microscope.
Draw and label the parts of a light microscope.
Appreciate the parts of a light microscope.


Explain how to take care of the mirror and lenses of a microscope.
Discuss how to clean different parts of a microscope.
Discuss how to handle a light microscope.
Handle a light microscope with care.

Learners are guided to define a microscope.
In groups, learners are guided to identify the parts of a light microscope.
In groups, learners are guided to draw and label the parts of a light microscope.
In groups, learners are guided to explain how to take care of the mirror and lenses of a microscope
In groups, learners are guided to discuss how to clean different parts of a microscope.
In groups, learners are guided to discuss how to handle a light microscope

What is a light microscope?
How should you carry a microscope? How should you keep the microscope after use?

KLB: Top Scholar; Integrated Science Learner

Oral questions Oral Report Observation

Scientific Investigation

Identifying Heating Apparatus and Instruments Used in the Laboratory
Identifying Parts and Functions of a Bunsen Burner

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

Identify heating apparatus and instruments used in the laboratory.
Discuss the safety measures when handling the heating instruments.
Discuss the safety measures to observe when using heating apparatus.
Appreciate the use of heating apparatus and instruments used in the laboratory.

Learners are guided to identify heating apparatus and instruments used in the laboratory
In groups, learners to discuss the safety measures when handling the heating instruments.
In groups, learners to discuss the safety measures to observe when using heating apparatus.

What are the safety measures to observe when using heating apparatus and instruments in the laboratory?

KLB: Top Scholar; Integrated Science Learner

Oral questions Oral Report Observation

Scientific Investigation

Handling and Care of Apparatus and Instruments in the Laboratory
Importance of Consumer Protection when Handling Apparatus and Chemicals in the Laboratory

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

State the safety precautions when handling laboratory instruments and apparatus.
Discuss how to handle and care for different types of apparatus and instruments in the laboratory.
Appreciate the importance of the safety precautions when handling laboratory instruments and apparatus.

In groups, learners are guided to state the safety precautions when handling laboratory instruments and apparatus.
In groups, learners are guided to discuss how to handle and care for different types of apparatus and instruments in the laboratory.

How do you handle different types of apparatus and instruments in the laboratory? (Glassware, metallic apparatus)

KLB: Top Scholar; Integrated Science Learner

Oral questions Oral Report Observation

Mixtures, Elements and Compounds

Mixtures; Classifying Different Types of Mixtures
Classifying Mixtures as Homogenous or Heterogeneous
Pure and Impure Substances; Distinguishing Between Pure and Impure Water by Boiling

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

List the materials used to classify different types of mixtures.
Outline the procedure of classifying different types of mixtures.
Classify different types of mixtures.
Enjoy conducting the experiment.

In groups, learners are guided to list the materials used to classify different types of mixtures.
In groups, learners are guided to outline the procedure of classifying different types of mixtures.
In groups, learners are guided to classify different types of mixtures.

How do you classify different types of mixtures?

KLB: Top Scholar; Integrated Science Learner

Oral questions Oral Report Observation

Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
Mixtures,Elements and Compounds.

Distinguish Between Pure and Impure Substances By Melting
Mixtures. (. Methods of Separating Mixtures.(Decantin
Mixtures.(.Methods of Separating Mixtures.(Use of a magnet and filtration)

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

Search the internet to find out at what temperature ice and candle wax melt at sea level.
Watch videos or animations on determining melting and boiling points of substances.
Enjoy watching the videos.

outline the procedure of separating solid, liquid mixture by decanting

As a class, learners are guided to search the internet to find out at what temperature ice and candle wax melt at sea level.
As a class, learners are guided to watch videos or animations on determining melting and boiling points of substances
In groups,learners are guided to;
outline and describe the procedure for separating a solid-liquid mixture by decanting.
carry out an experiment to separate a solid-liquid mixture by decanting and record the observations.
name other mixtures that can be separated using the same method at home.

How do you distinguish between pure and impure substances by melting?
What should be considered when separating various mixtures?

KLB: Top Scholar; Integrated Science Learner
Requirements (Beakers, water,sand or maize grains or bean seeds & stirring ro
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 56.
Digital devices.
Requirements for the experiments.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 57-58.

Oral questions Oral Report Observation
Observation schedule. Assessment rubric. oral report. Checklists.

Mixtures,Elements and Compounds.

Mixtures. (. Methods of separating mixtures (Simple Distillation)
Mixtures. (. Methods of separating mixtures (Paper chromatography)
Mixtures (. Methods of separating mixtures (use of solvent extraction)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
 outline the procedure for separating a homogeneous solid-liquid mixture by simple distillation

In groups,learners are guided to:
search and explain the meaning of distillation.
outline the procedure for separating a homogeneous solid-liquid mixture by simple distillation.
carry out the experiment and record the observations.
discuss the observations recorded.
search a video on how distillation is used to separate crude oil in oil refineries.

How can simple distillation be used to obtain pure water from river water at home?

Requirements for the experiment.
Digital devices.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 58-59.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 60-62.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 62-63

Assessment rubric. Checklist. Observation schedule. oral report.

Mixtures,Elements and Compounds.

Mixtures (. Methods of separating mixtures (Sublimation)
Mixtures (. Methods of separating mixtures (Crystallisation)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
 outline the procedure for separating a mixture using sublimation.

In groups,learners are guided to:
explain the term sublimation.
outline the procedure for separating a mixture using sublimation.
carry out an experiment to separate a mixture using sublimation.
observe, record and discuss the observations.

What is sublimation? Which other substances undergoes sublimation?

Digital devices.
Requirements for the experiment.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 64-65.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 65-66.

Assessment rubric. Checklist. oral report. Observation schedule.

Mixtures,Elements and Compounds.

Mixtures (. Methods of separating mixtures.
Acids and Bases. (. Preparing Plant Extracts to be used as Acid-Base Indicator.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
use digital devices to search the internet on the various uses of different methods of separating mixtures in day to day life 

In groups,pairs, learners are guided to;
use digital devices to search the internet on the various uses of different methods of separating mixtures in day to day life
discuss the application of separating mixtures in day to day life and present their findings in class.

What are the different methods of separating mixtures are commonly used in day to day life?

Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 56-66.
Digital devices.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 68-69.
Requirements for the experiment.

Assessment rubric. oral questions.

Mixtures,Elements and Compounds.

Acids and Bases. (. Using plant extracts to group household solutions into basic or acidic.
Acids and Bases. (. using commercial indicators to classify household solution as acids and bases.
Acids, bases and indicators. (. Determining the strength of Acids and Bases using Universal Indicators.
Acids and Bases. (. Determining the strength of Acids and Bases using pH scale and pH chart.
Acids and Bases. (. Application of Acids and Bases in day to day life.

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

use plant extracts as acid-base indicator.
classify household solutions either as bases,acids or neutral.
enjoy classifying the household solutions either as acids,bases or neutral.


conduct an experiment to determine the strength of acids and bases using pH scale and pH chart.
classify the acidic and basic solutions provided as either strong or weak.
discuss what is pH scale and pH chart and how it relates to strength of acids or bases.

In groups,learners are guided to:
use plant extracts indicator to classify common household solutions as either basic or acidic or neutral.
record and discuss the observations from the experiment.
In groups,learners are guided to:
carry out an experiment.
match the colour of the universal indicator in each solution to the pH chart provided.
classify acidic or basic solutions as either strong or weak using a pH scale and pH chart.
search, watch videos and animations showing different colours of acid-base indicators in different solutions.

How can you identify a substance as being acidic or basic?
What is the relationship between pH values and strength of acids and bases?

Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 69-71.
Plant extract.
Requirements for the experiment.
Digital devices.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 71-72.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 73.
Universal indicators.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 73-74.
Requirements for the experiment.
Digital devices.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 75.

Observation schedule. Checklists. Assessment rubric. oral questions.
Assessment rubric. oral questions. observation schedule.

Living Things and Their Environment.

Reproduction in Human Beings. ( The Human Menstrual Cycle.
Reproduction in Human Beings. ( Challenges Related to Menstrual Cycle.
Reproduction in human beings. ( The process of fertilisation and implantation.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
iscuss the meaning of menstruation and the menstruation cycle. describe the menstrual cycle. 

In groups,pairs,learners are guided to;
use dictionary or ict devices to search and discuss the meaning of menstruation and the menstruation cycle.
describe the menstrual cycle.
draw the menstruation cycle and identify the phases in menstrual cycle.

What is menstruation and menstrual cycle? How many days does it take for menstruation cycle to reoccur?

Digital devices.
Dictionary.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 77-79.
Chart.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 80-82.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 82-83.

Assessment rubric. Written test. Checklist.

Living Things and Their Environment.

Reproduction in human beings. ( Process of fertilization and implantation.
Human Excretory system-Skin (. Identifying parts of Human Skin.

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

define the terms: fusion, fertilization, zygote and implantation.
describe the process of fertilization and implantation.
identify where the process of fertilisation and implantation takes place from a diagram of uterus.

In groups, pairs, learners are guided to;
use digital devices or dictionary to search the meaning of fusion, fertilisation, zygote and implantation.
watch a video on the movement of sperms, fusion and implantation of the zygote in the uterus.
draw the movement of the fertilised egg from the fallopian tube to the uterus for implantation.

What is fertilisation and implantation? How does the process of fertilisation and implantation takes place?

Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 83-85
Digital devices.
Charts on fertilization.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 87-88.
Charts.
Diagrams.

Assessment rubric. Written test. oral questions.

Living Things and Their Environment.

Human Excretory System - Skin. (. Functions of parts of the skin.
The Human skin. (. Lifestyle to promote a healthy skin.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
discuss the functions of the the different parts of the skin

In groups,pairs,learners are guided to:
use digital devices to search the internet on the functions of the different parts of skin.
discuss the functions of the the different parts of the skin.
use a hand lens to observe the external parts of the skin.

Why is the skin important in humans? what is the composition of the sweat excreted through the skin?

Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 89-91.
Digital devices
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 92-94.
Pictures.
Digital devices.

Assessment rubric. Written test. oral questions. Checklist.

Living Things and Their Environment.

Human Excretory System-Skin. (. Proper use of cosmetics.
Human Excretory System -Skin. (. Identifying effects of cosmetics on the human body.
Human Excretory System -Skin. (. Importance and proper use of comsetics for consumer protection.
Human Excretory System - Urinary system. (. Parts of the Urinary system.
Human Excretory System - Urinary system. (. Functions of the parts of the urinary system.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
give examples of cosmetics. search from the internet and other relevant materials the importance of proper use of cosmetics. discuss the importance of proper use of cosmetics.

identify the waste product excreted by the urinary system.
identify the parts of the urinary system.
discuss the parts of the urinary system(external appearance of the kidney)
draw and label the parts of the urinary system.

In groups,pairs, learners are guided to:
give examples of cosmetics.
search from the internet and other relevant materials the importance of proper use of cosmetics.
discuss the importance of proper use of cosmetics.
In groups,pairs,learners are guided to;
study the diagram of the urinary system and brainstorm on the its external parts.
search for information from other reference materials and internet on the parts of the urinary system.
discuss the parts of the urinary system.
draw and label the vessels and external parts of the urinary system.

Why is proper use of cosmetics important? What is the importance of using cosmetics to our skin?
What are the parts of the urinary system?

Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 94-95.
Digital devices.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 96-97.
Realia.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 98.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 98-99.
Charts.
Pictures.
Digital devices.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 99-100.

Assessment rubric. oral questions.
Assessment rubric. oral questions. Checklists. Written test.

Living Things and Their Environment.

Human Excretory System - Urinary system. (. Kidney Disorders.
Human Excretory System - Urinary system. (. Identifying lifestyles that promote a healthy kidney and prevent kidney disorders.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
explain the meaning of kidney disorders. use digital devices to search some of the examples of kidney disorders. identify and discuss the practices that may cause kidney disorders.

In groups,pairs, learners are guided to:
explain the meaning of kidney disorders.
use digital devices to search some of the examples of kidney disorders.
identify and discuss the practices that may cause kidney disorders.

What are some of the practices that may cause kidney disorders?

Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 101-102.
Digital devices.
Posters.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 102-103
Charts.

Assessment rubric. Portfolios. Checklists. Written tests. oral questions.

Living Things and Their Environment.
Force and Energy.
Force and Energy.

Human Excretory System - Urinary System. (.Project.
Static Electricity. (. Demonstrating the Existence of Static Charges.
Static Electricity. (. Methods of Charging Objects.(Rubbing or Friction)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
 identify the appropriate locally available materials to model the urinary system

In groups,pairs,learners are guided to:
identify the appropriate locally available materials to model the urinary system.
model the urinary system using the locally available materials and display in class.

Which locally available materials can be used to model the urinary system?

Realia.
Digital devices.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 103 & 100.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 105-106.
Requirements for the experiment.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 107-108.

Checklist. portfolios. observation schedule.

Force and Energy.

Static Electricity. (. Methods of charging objects. (induction)
Static Electricity. (. Methods of charging objects.(Induction)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
 explain what is induction. conduct an experiment on charging objects by induction using two balloon

In groups,pairs,learners are guided to;
explain what is induction.
conduct an experiment on charging objects by induction using two balloons.
observe, record and discuss the observations made.

What is charging by induction?

Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 108-110.
Requirements for the experiment.
Digital devices.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 111-113.

Practical Work. Assessment rubric. Checklist. oral report.

Force and Energy.

Static Electricity. (. Types of Charges.
Static Electricity. (. Effects of Force between Charged Objects.
Static Electricity. (. Uses of Static Charges.
Static Electricity. (.Dangers and Safety measures when dealing with static charges.
Electrical Energy-Sources of Electricity.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
 use digital devices to search and watch videos on types of charges and write their findings. differentiate between like charges and unlike charges. conduct an experiment to demonstrate the types of charges using a balloon and a ruler
mention the equipment that uses electrostatics to function. use digital devices to find out how each of the equipment mentioned use electrostatic charges to function. describe how the equipment uses electrostatic to function.

In groups, pairs,learners are guided to;
use digital devices to search and watch videos on types of charges and write their findings.
differentiate between like charges and unlike charges.
conduct an experiment to demonstrate the types of charges using a balloon and a ruler.
observe and discuss the observations made.
In groups, pairs, learners are guided to:
mention the equipment that uses electrostatics to function.
use digital devices to find out how each of the equipment mentioned use electrostatic charges to function.
describe how the equipment uses electrostatic to function.

What is the difference between like and unlike charges?
What are the uses of static charges? Which equipment uses electrostatic charges to function?

Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 113-115.
Requirements for the practical.
Digital devices.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 115-118.
Requirements for the experiment.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 118-119.
Digital devices.
Pictures.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 119-120.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 122-123.

Practical work. Assessment rubric. observation schedule. Checklists. oral questions.
Assessment rubric. oral questions. Written test. Checklist.

Force and Energy.

Electrical Energy-Solar power.
Electrical Energy-Hydroelectric Power.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
;
Identify solar power as source of electricity
Discuss how solar energy is used in the locality.
Search the internet for more information on how the solar panel converts energy from the sun to electrical energy.
Appreciate the solar power as source of electricity.

In groups,pairs,learners are guided to:
describe how solar power is stored.
discuss ways in which solar energy is used in the locality.
search the internet for more information on how the solar panel converts energy from the sun to electrical energy.

How is electric energy from the solar panel stored?

Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 123-124.
Pictures.
Digital devices.
Videos.
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 125-126.

Assessment rubric. Written test. Oral questions.

Force and Energy.

Electrical Energy-Geothermal Generators.
Electrical Energy-Wind power.
Electrical Energy- Simple Electrical Circuits.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
;
Identify geothermal generator as a source of electricity.
Discuss how geothermal generators operate as a source of electricity.
Search and watch a video showing geothermal power generators producing electricity.
Appreciate geothermal generators aa sources of electricity.

In groups,pairs, learner are guided to;
search and watch a video showing geothermal power generators producing electricity.
discuss how geothermal generators operate as source of electricity.
find out and list where geothermal power stations are found in Kenya.

How do geothermal generators operate as source of electricity?

Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 126-127.
Pictures.
Digital devices.
Top Scholar Pre-Technical Studies pg 127-128.
Top Scholar Pre-Technical Studies pg 129-130.
Dry cells, torch bulbs, connecting copper wires and switch.

Assessment rubric. Written test. Checklist. Oral questions.

Force and Energy.

Electrical Energy-Setting up Simple Electrical Circuit in Parallel.
Electrical Energy.

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

List the requirements for setting up simple electrical circuit in parallel.
Describe setting up a simple electrical circuit in parallel.
Set up simple electrical circuit in parallel using the necessary requirements.
Enjoy setting up simple electrical circuit in parallel.

In groups,learners are guided to:
Observe pictures and list the requirements for setting up a simple electrical circuit in parallel.
search the internet what is a parallel arrangements in a circuit.
discuss how to setup a simple electrical circuit in parallel.
setup a simple electrical circuit in parallel.

What is a parallel arrangement in a circuit?

Top Scholar Pre-Technical pg 131-132.
Digital devices.
Pictures.
Dry cells, bulbs, connecting copper wires and switch.
Top Scholar Pre-Technical Studies pg 133-135.
Dry cells, pieces of copper wire, two switches, bulbs.

Practical work. Observation. Oral questions. Assessment rubric.

Force and Energy.

Electrical Energy-Conductors and Non-Conductors of Electricity.
Electrical Energy -Electrical Appliances.
Electrical Energy -Safety Measures when Dealing with Electrical Appliances.
Electrical Energy - Self-Assessment Questions.
Magnetism-Magnetic and Non-Magnetic Materials.

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

State the meaning of good conductors and non-conductors of electricity.
List examples of good conductors and non-conductors of electricity.
Classify materials as conductors and non-conductors of electricity.
Carry out experiments to classify materials as conductors and non-conductors of electricity.
Enjoy classifying the different materials as either conductor or non-conductor.

Identify safety measures when handling Electrical appliances.
Discuss the safety measures when handling electrical appliances.
Design charts with safety measures to adhere to when dealing with electrical appliances.
Desire to observe safety measures when dealing with electrical appliances.

In groups,learners are guided to:
find the meaning of good conductors and non-conductors of electricity from the internet.
list examples of materials that are good conductors and non-conductors of electricity.
Classify the materials as either conductors or non-conductors of electricity.
carry out experiments to classify materials as conductors and non-conductors of electricity.
In groups,learners are guided to:
study the pictures in learner's book and discuss the dangers which may occur in the pictures.
identify and discuss the safety measures to observe when dealing with electrical appliances.
design charts showing the safety measures to observe when dealing with electrical appliances.

What is the difference between conductors and non-conductirs of electricity?
What are some of the dangers that may occur when dealing with electrical appliances? What are the safety measures that one should observe when dealing with electrical appliances?

Top Scholar Pre-Technical Studies pg 135-137.
Digital devices.
Pictures.
Requirements for experiments:dry cells,bulb, copper wire, metallic spoon, aluminum foil, rubber band,steel wool,nail, pencil rib,paper,10 shilling coin etc.
Top Scholar Pre-Technical Studies pg 137-138.
Flashcards.
Top Scholar Pre-Technical Studies pg 139-140.
Pictures.
Charts.
Digital devices.
Top Scholar Pre-Technical Studies pg 140.
Assessment books.
Top Scholar Pre-Technical Studies pg 141.
Magnets.
Materials from the environment.

Assessment rubric. Practical work. Checklists. Written test. Oral questions.
Assessment rubric. Written tests. Oral questions.

Force and Energy.

Magnetism.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
;
Carry out experiments using magnets and different materials from the environment.
Classify the materials in the environment as magnetic or non-magnetic.
Enjoy classifying the materials as either magnetic or non-magnetic.

In groups,learners are guided to:
carry out practical activity with materials collected from environment and magnets.
record their observation and classify the materials as either magnetic or non-magnetic.

What is the difference between magnetic and non-magnetic materials?

Magnets
Materials collected from environment.
Top Scholar Pre-Technical Studies pg 142-143.
Digital devices.
Top Scholar Pre-Technical Studies pg 143-144.
Bar magnet,iron fillings and flour.

Practical work. Assessment rubric. observation. Oral questions.

Force and Energy.
Living Things and Their Environment.

Magnetism.
Magnetism-Uses of magnets in day to day life.
Human Excretory System.

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

Differentiate between like ad unlike poles of a magnet.
Investigate the force between like and unlike poles of magnets.
Search for videos and animations on effect between poles of a magnet.
lesson, be able to;
Define the term Excretion.
List the components of the excretory system.
Identify the parts of the human skin.
Draw and label the identified parts of the human skin.
Appreciate the parts of the human skin.

In groups,learners are guided to:
differentiate between unlike and like poles of a magnet.
carry out a practical activities showing attraction between two unlike poles and repulsion between two like poles of magnet.
record and explain the observations made from the activity.
In groups,pairs,learners are guided to:
search the internet or relevant textbook for the meaning of excretion and the components of excretory system and present.
study the charts , picture or photo of the human skin and identify the parts of the human skin.
draw and label the parts of the human skin in their exercise books.

What is the difference between force of attraction and force of repulsion?
What is Excretion? What are the components of the human excretory system? which parts of the skin do you know?

Top Scholar Pre-Technical Studies pg 145-146.
Bar magnets, strings and retort stand.
Digital devices
Top Scholar Integrated Science pg 147-148.
Pictures.
Digital devices.
Charts.
Flashcards.
Active Integrated Science pg 110.
Pictures.
Charts.
Digital devices.
Dictionary.
Active Integrated Science pg 111.
Hand lens.
Internet.
Video clips.
Active Integrated Science pg 111-112.
Chart.
Model of human skin.
Teacher's Notes.

Practical work. Observation. Assessment rubric. Oral questions.
Written tests. Observation. Checklists. Assessment rubric. Oral questions.

Living Things and Their Environment.

Human Excretory System.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
lesson, be able to;
Outline the functions of the human skin.
Identify the waste products excreted through the human skin.
Carry out an activity to determine the waste products excreted by human skin.
Acknowledge the waste products excreted by the skin.

In groups,pairs,learners are guided to:
outline the other functions of the human skin.
mention the waste products excreted by the human skin.
carry out an activity (running around the field or jogging)outside the class to determine the waste products excreted by the human skin.
discuss the main components of the human sweat.

Which waste products are excreted through the human skin? What are the other functions of the human skin?

Active Integrated Science pg 112-113.
School Field.
Teacher's Notes.
Active Integrated Science pg 113.
Pictures.
Chart showing the urinary system.
Digital devices.

Practical Activity. Observation. Oral questions. Written tests.

Living Things and Their Environment.

Human Excretory System.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
lesson, be able to;
Identify the external structure of the kidney.
Describe the external structure of the kidney.
Search the internet for a video on the external structure of the kidney.
Acknowledge the functions of the external parts of the kidney.

In groups,pairs,learners are guided to;
study the chart/model and animation showing the external structure of the kidney.
discuss the functions of the external parts of the kidney.
draw and label the external parts of the kidney.
search the internet for a video on the external structure of the kidney.

Which blood vessels serve the kidney? What is the function of each of the blood vessels?

Active Integrated Science pg 114-115.
Chart/Model of kidney.
Digital devices.
Video clips.
Active Integrated Science pg 115.
Internet.
Teacher's Notes.

Assessment rubric. Written tests Oral questions. Oral discussion. Observation.

Living Things and Their Environment.

Human Excretory System.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
lesson, be able to;
Identify the common kidney disorders.
Discuss the causes of the kidney disorders.
Search the internet for information on the kidney disorders and their causes.
Acknowledge the kidney disorders and their causes.

In groups,pairs,learners are guided to;
use digital devices to search the internet for common kidney disorders and their causes.
describe the kidney disorders.
discuss the kidney disorders and their causes.
prepare online posters on the kidney disorders and their causes and share online.

What are the common kidney disorders? What are the causes of kidney disorders?

Active Integrated Science pg 115-116.
Internet.
Digital devices.
Posters.
Teacher's Notes.
Picture of the kidney stones.
Active Integrated Science pg 117-118.
Pictures.
Active Integrated Science pg 118.

Observation. Assessment rubric. Checklists. Oral questions. Written tests.

Living Things and Their Environment.
Living Things and Their Environment.
Force and Energy.

Human Excretory System.
Human Excretory System: Assessment.
Electrical Energy.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
lesson, be able to;
State the healthy lifestyles that promote healthy kidneys.
Discuss the healthy lifestyles that promote healthy kidneys.
Prepare posters on the healthy lifestyles that promote kidney health.
Desire to practice the healthy lifestyles to promote healthy kidneys.
lesson, be able to;
Attempt assessment questions on the sub-strand: Human Excretory System.

In groups,learners are guided to;
brainstorm and present on the healthy lifestyle that promote healthy kidneys.
search for information from the internet or textbook on the healthy lifestyles that promote healthy kidneys.
discuss the healthy lifestyles that promote healthy kidneys.
prepare posters showing the healthy lifestyles that promote healthy kidneys.
In pairs or individually,learners are guided to;
answer the questions on the sub-strand: Human Excretory System.

Which healthy lifestyles habits can we practice to promote healthy kidneys?

Active Integrated Science pg 119.
Internet.
Digital devices.
Posters.
Teacher's Notes.
Exercise books.
Active Integrated Science pg 117-119.
Assessment books.
Active Integrated Science pg 122-123.
Teacher's Assessment Questions.
Active Integrated Science pg 136-137.
Pictures.
Digital devices.
Internet.
Teacher's notes.

Written tests. Assessment rubric. Checklists. Oral questions. Oral discussion.

Force and Energy.

Electrical Energy.

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

Identify the sources of electricity in the environment.
Discuss the sources of electricity in the environment.
Search the internet for information on the sources of electricity in the environment.
Appreciate the different sources of electricity in the environment.

In groups,pairs,learners are guided to;
identify the sources of electricity in the environment from pictures/photos.
use digital devices or print media to search for information on the nuclear,tidal wave, fossil fuels,biomass, natural gas, electrical cells as sources of electricity.
note down their findings in exercise books.
discuss the sources of electricity in the environment (electrical cells, biomass, natural gas,tidal wave, fossil fuels and nuclear)

What are the sources of electricity in the environment?

Active Integrated Science pg 136-137.
Teacher's notes
Digital devices.
Internet.
Active Integrated Science pg 138-139.
Video clips.
Active Integrated Science pg 139.
Two dry cells,torch bulb, ammeter, switch,cell holder,bulb holder and six connecting wires.

Assessment rubrics. Oral questions. Checklists. Written tests.

Force and Energy
Force and Energy.

Electrical Energy.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
lesson,
Outline the steps for setting up a simple electrical circuit in parallel.
Demonstrate the flow of electric current using simple circuit in parallel.
Enjoy setting up a simple electrical circuit in parallel.

In groups,learners are guided to;
prepare the requirements for the practical activity.
outline the steps for setting up a simple electrical circuit in parallel.
collaborate in setting up a simple electrical circuit in parallel.

What is the difference between the series and parallel arrangement of cells?

Active Integrated Science pg 139-140.
Picture.
Two dry cells,torch bulb, ammeter, switch,cell holder,bulb holder, eight connecting wires.
Digital devices.
Active Integrated Science pg 140.
Two dry cells,two torch bulbs, ammeter, voltmeter, switch,cell holder,two bulb holders and seven connecting wires.

Practical Activity. Portfolio. Checklists. Observation. Assessment rubrics.

Force and Energy.

Electrical Energy
Electrical Energy.

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

Outline the steps of setting up a simple electrical circuit in which bulbs are in parallel.
Set up a simple electrical circuit in which bulbs are in parallel.
Enjoy setting up a simple electrical circuit in which bulbs are parallel.

In groups,learners are guided to;
prepare the requirements for the practical activity.
use the requirements prepared to set up a simple electrical circuit in which bulbs are in parallel.
record and discuss their observations.

What is the difference between the arrangement of the bulbs in series and parallel?

Active Integrated Science pg 140-141.
Digital devices.
Two dry cells,two torch bulbs, ammeter, voltmeter, switch,cell holder,two bulb holders and eight connecting wires.
Active Integrated Science pg 141-142.
Two dry cells, torch bulb,dry cell holder,bulb holder,three connecting wires.
Objects made of different materials e.g plastic strip, silver coin, piece of wood, piece of paper,iron nail, piece of cloth, aluminium strip, copper wire, steel pin & piece of glass.
Active Integrated Science pg 142-143.
Pictures.
Lesson notes.

Practical activity. Oral questions. Assessment rubric. Observation. Checklists.

Force and Energy.

Electrical Energy.
Electrical Energy. Self-Assessment.
Magnetism.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
;
Identify the safety measures to observe when handling electrical appliances.
Discuss the safety measures to observe when handling electrical appliances.
Prepare posters showing the safety measures to observe when handling electrical appliances.
Acknowledge and adhere to the safety measures when handling electrical appliances at home or school.

Attempt questions on the sub-strand: Electrical Energy.

In groups, pairs, learners are guided to;
read through the user manuals of various electrical appliances and look for the safety measures to observe when handling them.
search online or in print materials for the safety measures to observe when handling electrical appliances.
discuss the safety measures to observe when handling electrical appliances at home or school.
collaborate in preparing posters showing the safety measures to observe when handling electrical appliances and display in class or school.
Individually or in pairs,learners to:
write and answer questions on the sub-strand: Electrical Energy.

Which safety measures should you observe when handling electrical appliances at home?

Active Integrated Science pg 144-145.
Posters.
Digit devices.
Electronic devices manuals.
Active Integrated Science pg 145-146.
Active Integrated Science pg 147.
Digital devices.
Lesson notes.

Oral questions. Written tests. Checklists.
Written tests. Assessment rubric.

Force and Energy.

Magnetism.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
;
Conduct activities to demonstrate directional,attractive and repulsive as properties of magnets.
Enjoy carrying out the activities.

In groups,learners are guided to:
prepare the necessary materials for the activities.
collaborate in carrying out the activities to demonstrate properties of a magnet (attractive and repulsive and directional)
observe and record their observations.
explain their observations and give a conclusion.

How can you demonstrate the properties of magnets?

Bar magnets.
Strings and Stands.
Digital devices.
Active Integrated Science pg 149.
Paper and Iron filings.
Active Integrated Science pg 150-151.
Rollers.

Practical Activity. Observation schedule. Checklist.

Force and Energy.

Magnetism.

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

Conduct a practical activity to identify the magnetic and non-magnetic materials in the environment.
Classify materials as magnetic or non-magnetic .
Enjoy conducting the practical activity.

In groups,learners are guided to:
collaborate in carrying out practical activities to determine the magnetic and non-magnetic materials in the environment.
observe and record their observations.
classify the materials that are magnetic and non-magnetic and share their work with peers.

Which materials are magnetic and non-magnetic in the environment?

Active Integrated Science pg 148.
Bar magnets.
Pieces of cotton thread, copper wire,iron nail,a piece of glass.
Plastic,Steel pin, Piece of aluminium, piece of wood.
Active Integrated Science PG 151-155.
Lesson notes.
Digital resources.

Practical work. Observation. Checklists. Oral questions.

Force and Energy.

Magnetism.

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

Conduct simple activities to determine the uses of magnets
Appreciate the use of magnets in our daily life.

In groups,learners are guided to:
carry out a simple activity on separation of mixtures using magnet,determing direction.
observe and record their observations.
share their views on the practical activity.

How are magnets used in day to day life?

Active Integrated Science pg 151-152.
Mixture of iron fillings and sand or flour.
Bar magnets, piece of thread, magnetic compass and wooden support.
Speakers, Magnetic screwdriver.
Bar magnet.
Sheet of paper, piece of iron sheet and electrical device with screws.
Active Integrated Science pg 153-154.
Active Integrated Science pg 151-155.
Internet.
Digital resources.
Active Integrated Science pg 156.
Teacher's Assessment Questions.

Practical work. Oral questions. Observation schedule. Checklists.