Algebra

Algebraic Expressions - Factorizing algebraic expressions (1)
Algebraic Expressions - Factorizing algebraic expressions (2)
Algebraic Expressions - Simplifying algebraic fractions (1)
Algebraic Expressions - Simplifying algebraic fractions (2)

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

-Identify common factors in algebraic expressions
-Factorize algebraic expressions using the greatest common factor
-Show interest in factorizing algebraic expressions

-Find the LCM of denominators in algebraic fractions
-Simplify algebraic fractions with different denominators
-Show interest in simplifying algebraic fractions

-Discuss and identify the GCD of pairs of numbers
-Identify common factors in algebraic expressions
-Practice factorizing algebraic expressions by taking out the common factor

-Work out the LCM of denominators in algebraic fractions
-Practice simplifying algebraic fractions by using the LCM of denominators
-Express algebraic fractions as a single fraction

How do we factorize algebraic expressions?
How do we simplify algebraic fractions?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 67
-Number cards
-Practice cards
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 69-70
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 71-72
-Practice cards
-Fraction boards
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 73-74
-Number cards

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Algebra

Algebraic Expressions - Evaluating algebraic expressions by substitution (1)
Algebraic Expressions - Evaluating algebraic expressions by substitution (2)

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

-Substitute numerical values in algebraic expressions
-Evaluate algebraic expressions with one variable
-Value the use of substitution in solving problems

-Discuss how to substitute given numerical values to work out algebraic expressions
-Practice substituting values in different algebraic expressions
-Evaluate expressions by replacing variables with given values

How do we evaluate algebraic expressions?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 75-76
-Number cards
-Expression cards
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 77-78
-Digital resources

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Algebra

Linear Equations - Forming linear equations in two unknowns
Linear Equations - Substitution method introduction

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

-Form linear equations in two unknowns
-Interpret real-life problems into linear equations
-Show interest in linear equations

-Role-play activities such as shopping on two different items to form linear equations in two unknowns
-Discuss with others and use other activities with two unknowns
-Practice forming linear equations from different real-life situations

How do we form linear equations in two unknowns?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 79-80
-Beam balance
-Objects of different masses
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 81
-Number cards
-Linear equation cards

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Algebra

Linear Equations - Solving linear equations by substitution

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

-Solve linear equations in two unknowns using substitution method
-Apply the substitution method to solve problems
-Show curiosity in solving equations by substitution

-Discuss and use substitution method to find the solutions of simultaneous equations in two unknowns
-Solve real-life problems using the substitution method
-Practice solving various simultaneous equations using substitution

What situations require the use of simultaneous equations?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 82-83
-Flash cards
-Practice cards

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Algebra

Linear Equations - Elimination method introduction
Linear Equations - Solving linear equations by elimination

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. 85-87
-Practice cards
-Digital resources

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Algebra
Measurements

Linear Equations - Real life applications
Circles - Circumference of a circle
Circles - Circumference of a circle in real life
Circles - Length of an arc

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

-Apply linear equations in two unknowns to real life situations
-Choose appropriate methods to solve real-life problems
-Recognize the value of linear equations in daily life

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

-Practice forming and solving simultaneous equations from real life cases using any method
-Solve problems involving cost, age, distance and other quantities
-Watch videos or use other materials involving linear equations in two unknowns

-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 apply linear equations to solve real-life problems?
How do we use the circumference of a circle in real life situations?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 87
-Digital devices
-Videos
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 88
-Rope
-Wooden pegs
-String
-Metre ruler
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 89
-Circular objects
-Ruler
-String
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 90-91
-Plain paper
-Pair of scissors

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -Projects

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
Area - Area of a circle in real life

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

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

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

How do we use area in real life situations?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 99
-Peg
-String
-Tape measure
-Wood ash
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 100-101
-Circular objects
-Calculator
-Measuring tools

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Area - Area of a sector
Area - Area of a sector (continued)

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

-Calculate the area of a sector of a circle
-Appreciate the relationship between angle and area of a sector

-Draw a circle of radius 7 cm on plain paper and divide it into two equal parts
-Find the area of the shaded part (semicircle)
-Draw another circle and divide it into 4 equal parts
-Find the area of one part (quarter circle)
-Derive the formula for area of a sector

How do we calculate the area of a sector?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 102-103
-Ruler
-Plain paper
-Pair of compasses
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 104-105
-Calculator
-Digital resources
-Cut-outs of sectors

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Area - Surface area of cubes
Area - Surface area of cuboids
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 cube
-Appreciate the 3D nature of a cube

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

-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

-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 cube?
How do we determine the surface area of a cylinder?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 106-107
-Closed cube
-Ruler
-Pair of scissors
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 108-109
-Closed cuboid
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
Money - Interest and principal

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
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 119-120
-Resource persons
-Financial documents
-Charts

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -Practical activities

Measurements

Money - Simple interest
Money - Compound interest

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

-Calculate simple interest in real life situations
-Appreciate the concept of simple interest in financial transactions

-Search for the meaning of simple interest using digital devices or print resources
-Discuss how simple interest is calculated using the formula I = PRT
-Practice calculating simple interest for different principals, rates and time periods
-Analyze the pattern of simple interest over time

How do we calculate simple interest?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 121-122
-Calculator
-Digital devices
-Charts
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 123-125

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Money - Appreciation
Money - Depreciation

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
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 128-129

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Money - Hire purchase
Money - Calculating hire purchase price
Money - Calculating deposits and installments

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

-Explain the concept of hire purchase
-Compare different payment options
-Value informed financial decision making

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

-Visit a furniture shop or examine a poster showing hire purchase terms
-Discuss the terms of payment offered by the shop
-Compare cash price versus hire purchase price
-Analyze which payment option is more economical

-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 pay for goods on hire purchase?
How do we apply mathematics in hire purchase decisions?

MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 130-131
-Posters showing hire purchase terms
-Digital devices
-Calculator
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 132-134
-Price lists
-Charts
MENTOR Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 135-137
-Calculator
-Digital devices
-Price lists

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Money - Online financial tools
Money - Financial responsibility

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
-Budget templates
-Case studies
-Charts

-Observation -Oral questions -Digital activities

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 ruler and pair of compasses
-Appreciate the importance of accurate construction of geometric shapes

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

How do we construct polygons?

-MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 132
-Pair of compasses
-Ruler
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 133
-Set square

-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
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 136

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Constructing perpendicular lines (2)
4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Dividing a line proportionally (1)

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

-Construct a perpendicular line from a point to a given line
-Appreciate the importance of accurate construction of geometric shapes

-Practice constructing perpendicular lines from a point to a given line using a ruler and pair of compasses
-Share drawings with other learners in class

How do we construct polygons?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 137
-Pair of compasses
-Ruler
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 139
-Set square

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

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

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

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

-Construct a regular pentagon
-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

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

Where do we use polygons in real life situations?
How do we construct polygons?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 140
-Cut-out polygons
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 144
-Pair of compasses
-Ruler
-Protractor
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 146

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Constructing irregular polygons (1)

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

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

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

Where do we use polygons in real life situations?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 149
-Pair of compasses
-Ruler
-Protractor
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 152

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.1 Geometrical Constructions - Constructing irregular polygons (1)

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

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

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

How do we construct polygons?

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

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

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

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

-Construct circles passing through the vertices of a triangle
-Show interest in geometric constructions

-Practice constructing circles passing through vertices of given triangles
-Share drawings with other groups in class

Where do we use polygons in real life situations?

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

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

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

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

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

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

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

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

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

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

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

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

How do we plot coordinates on a Cartesian plane?
Where do we use linear graphs in real life?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 171
-Graph paper
-Ruler
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 174
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 178
-Graph paper
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 180
-Ruler

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

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

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
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 191

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.3 Scale Drawing - Converting between actual length and scale length (2)

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

-Convert actual length to scale length
-Enjoy working with measurements

-Practice converting actual length to scale length
-Share work with other learners in class

Where do we use scale drawing in real life situations?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 193
-Ruler
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 194

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

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

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

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

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

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

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

How do we determine scales in real life?
Where do we use scale drawing in real life situations?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 195
-Ruler
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 196
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 198
-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)
4.4 Common Solids - Identifying common solids (3)

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

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

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

Where do we use scale drawing in real life situations?

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

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.4 Common Solids - Identifying common solids (3)

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

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

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

What are common solids?

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

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

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

-Sketch nets of pyramids
-Enjoy working with geometric shapes

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

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

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

What are common solids?
How do we use common solids in real life?

v Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 214
-Various hollow solids
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 215
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 216
-Nets of cubes

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

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

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

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

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

How do we use common solids in real life?

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

-Observation -Written assignments

Geometry

4.4 Common Solids - Surface area of solids from nets (4)
4.4 Common Solids - Distance between points on a solid (2)

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

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

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

What are common solids?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 221
-Nets of pyramids
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)
4.4 Common Solids - Making models of solids (3)

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

-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 cuboids
-Enjoy working with geometric shapes

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

What are common solids?

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

-Observation

Geometry
Data Handling and Probability

4.4 Common Solids - Making models of solids (3)
5.1 Data Presentation and Interpretation - Drawing bar graphs (2)

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

-Make models of cylinders, pyramids and cones
-Enjoy working with geometric shapes

-Draw bar graphs of data
-Appreciate the use of bar graphs in real life situations

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

-Collect data from their own experiences, e.g., shoe sizes or heights
-Choose a suitable scale to represent the information on a bar graph
-Share work with other learners in class

How do we use common solids in real life?
What are the different ways of representing data?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 229
-Stiff paper
-Scissors
-Glue
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 233
-Graph paper
-Ruler
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 235

-Observation
-Observation -Written assignments

Data Handling and Probability

5.1 Data Presentation and Interpretation - Interpreting bar graphs (1)
5.1 Data Presentation and Interpretation - Drawing line graphs (2)

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

-Interpret bar graphs of data
-Show interest in analyzing data

-Study given bar graphs
-Interpret data from bar graphs by answering questions
-Share findings with other learners in class

What are the different ways of representing data?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 236
-Bar graphs
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 238
-Graph paper
-Ruler

-Observation -Written assignments

Data Handling and Probability

5.1 Data Presentation and Interpretation - Drawing line graphs (2)
5.1 Data Presentation and Interpretation - Interpreting line graphs (1)

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

-Draw line graphs of given data
-Show interest in representing data using line graphs

-Choose a suitable scale for presenting data
-Make tables of values
-Plot points on the graph
-Join the points to form a line graph
-Share work with other learners in class

What are the different ways of representing data?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 240
-Graph paper
-Ruler
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 241
-Line graphs

-Observation -Written assignments

Data Handling and Probability

5.1 Data Presentation and Interpretation - Mode of discrete data (1)
5.1 Data Presentation and Interpretation - Mean of discrete data (2)

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

-Identify the mode of a set of discrete data
-Show interest in learning about mode

-Record favorite colors of classmates in a table
-Identify which color is liked by most learners
-Search for the meaning of mode using digital devices or relevant print resources
-Share findings with other learners in class

How do we determine the mean of data?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 243
-Digital devices
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 246
-Tape measure

-Observation -Oral questions

Data Handling and Probability

5.1 Data Presentation and Interpretation - Mean of discrete data (2)

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

-Calculate the mean of a set of discrete data
-Value the use of mean in summarizing data

-Calculate mean of different sets of data
-Share work with other learners in class

How do we determine the mean of data?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 248
-Calculator

-Observation -Written assignments

Data Handling and Probability

5.1 Data Presentation and Interpretation - Median of discrete data (1)
5.2 Probability - Events involving chance (1)
5.2 Probability - Chance experiments (2)

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

-Determine the median of a set of discrete data
-Show interest in analyzing data

-Perform chance experiments
-Value the use of probability in decision making

-Make number cards with different numbers
-Arrange the numbers in ascending or descending order
-Identify the middle number
-Search for the meaning of median using digital devices or relevant print resources
-Share findings with other learners in class

-Toss a coin 10 times
-Record how many times the head shows up
-Record how many times the tail shows up
-Share findings with other learners in class

How do we determine the mean of data?
When do we consider chances that an event is likely to happen?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 249
-Number cards
-Digital devices
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 256
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 258
-Coins
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 259
-Dice
-Marbles of different colors

-Observation -Oral questions

Data Handling and Probability

5.2 Probability - Experimental probability outcomes (1)
5.2 Probability - Probability outcomes in fractions (1)

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

-Write the experimental probability outcomes
-Show interest in determining chance

-Roll a die multiple times
-Record the number that appears on the top face of the die
-Determine the number of possible outcomes
-State each possible outcome
-Share results with other learners in class

Why is probability important in real life situations?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 260
-Dice
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 262

-Observation -Written assignments

Data Handling and Probability

5.2 Probability - Probability outcomes in decimals or percentages (2)

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

-Express the probability outcomes in decimals
-Value the use of probability in daily life

-Toss a coin multiple times
-Record the results in a table
-Calculate the probability of heads and tails
-Express probability as decimals
-Share findings with other learners in class

Why is probability important in real life situations?

MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 263
-Coins
MENTOR mathematics Learner's Book Grade 8 pg. 264
-Marbles of different colors

-Observation -Written assignments

Data Handling and Probability

5.2 Probability - Probability outcomes in decimals or percentages (2)

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