Living Things and Their Environment

Vertebrates - Review Activities

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

- Summarize key concepts about vertebrates
- Identify areas of strength and areas needing improvement
- Show appreciation for knowledge gained about vertebrates

The learner is guided to:
- Review key concepts about vertebrates
- Complete review activities on vertebrates
- Share their learning experiences with peers

What have we learned about vertebrates?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 24
- Review worksheets
- Digital devices
- Reference materials

- Written quizzes - Oral questions - Self-assessment

Living Things and Their Environment

The Human Breathing System - Parts of the Breathing System
The Human Breathing System - The Nose

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

- Identify the main parts of the human breathing system
- Draw and label the parts of the human breathing system
- Appreciate the complexity of the human breathing system

The learner is guided to:
- Watch videos on the human breathing system
- Identify the main parts of the human breathing system
- Draw and label the parts of the human breathing system

What makes up the human breathing system?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 25
- Digital devices
- Charts showing the human breathing system
- Video resources
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 26
- Charts showing the structure of the nose
- Models of the respiratory system

- Drawings - Written assignments - Oral questions

Living Things and Their Environment

The Human Breathing System - The Trachea
The Human Breathing System - The Lungs

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

- Locate the trachea in the human body
- Describe the functions of the trachea
- Value the importance of the trachea in breathing

The learner is guided to:
- Feel the trachea by touching the front part of the neck
- Discuss the structure and functions of the trachea
- Create a chart showing the functions of the trachea

What is the role of the trachea in breathing?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 26
- Digital devices
- Charts showing the structure of the trachea
- Models of the respiratory system
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 27
- Charts showing the structure of the lungs

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Projects

Living Things and Their Environment

The Human Breathing System - The Diaphragm
The Human Breathing System - Breathing Mechanism
The Human Breathing System - Model Creation Planning

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

- Identify the location and structure of the diaphragm
- Describe the functions of the diaphragm
- Value the importance of the diaphragm in breathing

The learner is guided to:
- Observe the structure of the diaphragm using models or diagrams
- Discuss the functions of the diaphragm in breathing
- Create a chart showing the functions of the diaphragm

What is the role of the diaphragm in breathing?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 28
- Digital devices
- Charts showing the structure of the diaphragm
- Models of the respiratory system
- Charts showing the breathing mechanism
- Video resources
- Various locally available materials
- Charts showing models of the breathing system
- Digital resources

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Projects

Living Things and Their Environment

The Human Breathing System - Model Creation
The Human Breathing System - Model Presentation

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

- Make a model of the human breathing system
- Demonstrate how the model works
- Show creativity in model creation

The learner is guided to:
- Use locally available materials to make a model of the breathing system
- Ensure the model demonstrates the breathing mechanism
- Label the parts of the model

How can we create functional models of the breathing system?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 29
- Locally available materials (bottles, balloons, straws, etc.)
- Scissors, string, rubber bands
- Labels
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 30
- Completed models
- Presentation space

- Projects - Demonstrations - Peer assessment

Living Things and Their Environment

The Human Breathing System - Common Conditions (Colds and Coughs)
The Human Breathing System - COVID-19
The Human Breathing System - Allergies

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

- Identify symptoms of common colds and coughs
- Explain prevention measures for colds and coughs
- Show responsibility in preventing the spread of colds and coughs

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss symptoms of common colds and coughs
- Identify ways to prevent colds and coughs
- Demonstrate proper coughing and sneezing etiquette

What measures can help prevent respiratory conditions?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 31
- Digital devices
- Charts showing symptoms of colds and coughs
- Video resources
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 32
- Charts showing symptoms of COVID-19
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 33
- Charts showing symptoms of allergies

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Demonstrations

Living Things and Their Environment

The Human Breathing System - Asthma
The Human Breathing System - Comparison of Respiratory Conditions

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

- Identify symptoms of asthma
- Explain prevention measures for asthmatic attacks
- Show empathy towards people with asthma

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss symptoms of asthma
- Identify ways to prevent asthmatic attacks
- Create awareness posters on asthma

How can we manage asthma effectively?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 34
- Digital devices
- Charts showing symptoms of asthma
- Video resources
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 35
- Charts
- Reference materials

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Projects

Living Things and Their Environment

The Human Breathing System - Maintaining a Healthy Breathing System
The Human Breathing System - Personal Health Plan

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

- Explain the importance of maintaining a healthy breathing system
- Identify ways to maintain a healthy breathing system
- Show commitment to maintaining respiratory health

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss the importance of a healthy breathing system
- Identify ways to maintain respiratory health
- Create a personal plan for respiratory health

Why is it important to maintain a healthy breathing system?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 36
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Reference materials
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 37
- Reference materials
- Planning templates

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Projects

Living Things and Their Environment
Mixtures
Mixtures

The Human Breathing System - Campaign Planning
The Human Breathing System - Assessment Activities
Mixtures - Meaning of Mixtures
Mixtures - Identifying Mixtures in the Environment

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

- Plan a respiratory health campaign
- Apply knowledge of respiratory health
- Show commitment to community health

The learner is guided to:
- Plan a respiratory health campaign for the school
- Create awareness materials for the campaign
- Identify key messages for the campaign

How can we promote respiratory health in our community?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 37
- Digital devices
- Art materials
- Reference materials
- Assessment worksheets
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 39
- Different types of mixtures
- Worksheets
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 40
- School environment
- Worksheets
- Digital devices

- Projects - Presentations - Peer assessment

Mixtures

Mixtures - Homogeneous Mixtures
Mixtures - Heterogeneous Mixtures
Mixtures - Types of Mixtures (Solid-Solid)
Mixtures - Types of Mixtures (Solid-Liquid)
Mixtures - Types of Mixtures (Liquid-Liquid)

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

- Define homogeneous mixtures
- Identify examples of homogeneous mixtures
- Show interest in understanding homogeneous mixtures

The learner is guided to:
- Prepare mixtures of water and sugar/salt
- Observe the uniformity of the mixture
- Discuss characteristics of homogeneous mixtures

What makes a mixture homogeneous?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 41
- Water, sugar, salt
- Containers
- Stirring rods
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 42
- Water, sand
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 43
- Various solid materials (flour, sand, salt)
- Digital resources
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 44
- Water, various solids (salt, sugar, sand, flour)
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 45
- Various liquids (water, milk, cooking oil, kerosene)

- Oral questions - Practical activities - Written assignments

Mixtures

Mixtures - Separating Heterogeneous Mixtures (Winnowing)
Mixtures - Separating Heterogeneous Mixtures (Picking)
Mixtures - Separating Heterogeneous Mixtures (Sieving)

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

- Explain the process of winnowing
- Demonstrate the use of winnowing to separate mixtures
- Appreciate the application of winnowing in daily life

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss the principle of winnowing
- Demonstrate separation of mixtures by winnowing
- Identify applications of winnowing in daily life

How is winnowing used to separate mixtures?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 47
- Mixtures of light and heavy particles (rice and husks)
- Containers
- Mats
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 48
- Mixtures with big solid particles (maize and beans)
- Trays
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 49
- Mixtures of particles of different sizes
- Sieves
- Containers

- Practical activities - Oral questions - Written assignments

Mixtures

Mixtures - Separating Heterogeneous Mixtures (Using Magnet)
Mixtures - Separating Heterogeneous Mixtures (Filtration)
Mixtures - Separating Heterogeneous Mixtures (Decantation)
Mixtures - Separating Heterogeneous Mixtures (Separating Funnel)

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

- Explain the use of a magnet to separate mixtures
- Demonstrate the use of a magnet to separate mixtures
- Show interest in magnetic separation

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss the principle of magnetic separation
- Demonstrate separation of mixtures using a magnet
- Identify applications of magnetic separation in daily life

How are magnets used to separate mixtures?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 52
- Mixtures containing magnetic materials
- Magnets
- Containers
- Gloves
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 51
- Mixtures of insoluble solids and liquids
- Filter materials (cloth, paper)
- Containers
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 50
- Stirring rods
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 53
- Immiscible liquids (water and kerosene)
- Separating funnel

- Practical activities - Oral questions - Written assignments