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| WK | LSN | TOPIC | SUB-TOPIC | OBJECTIVES | T/L ACTIVITIES | T/L AIDS | REFERENCE | REMARKS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 |
METALS
|
Chemical Properties I - Reaction with Air
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
Investigate metal reactions with air and oxygen - Write balanced equations for metal oxidation - Compare reactivity patterns - Explain tarnishing and oxide formation |
Experiment 5.1: Heat metals in air - sodium, aluminium, zinc, iron, copper
- Observe color changes and products - Record observations in Table 5.3 - Write oxidation equations |
Deflagrating spoons, metal samples (Na, Al, Zn, Fe, Cu), Bunsen burners, safety equipment
|
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 152-154
|
|
| 1 | 5 |
METALS
|
Chemical Properties II - Reaction with Water
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
Test metal reactions with cold water and steam - Arrange metals by reactivity - Explain aluminium's apparent unreactivity - Write chemical equations for reactions |
Experiment 5.2: Test metals with cold water and steam
- Use Table 5.4 for observations - Test solutions with indicators - Arrange metals in reactivity order |
Metal samples, cold water, steam generator, test tubes, universal indicator, safety equipment
|
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 154-156
|
|
| 2 | 1 |
METALS
|
Chemical Properties III - Reaction with Chlorine
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
Investigate metal reactions with chlorine gas - Write equations for chloride formation - Compare reaction vigor - Observe product characteristics |
Experiment 5.3: React hot metals with chlorine gas (FUME CUPBOARD)
- Observe color changes and fume formation - Record all observations - Write balanced equations |
Chlorine gas, gas jars, metal samples, tongs, deflagrating spoons, fume cupboard, safety equipment
|
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 156-157
|
|
| 2 | 2-3 |
METALS
|
Chemical Properties IV - Reaction with Acids
Uses of Metals I - Sodium and Aluminium |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
Test metal reactions with dilute and concentrated acids - Compare reaction patterns - Write chemical equations - Explain passivation effects State uses of sodium and its compounds - Explain aluminium applications - Relate properties to uses - Describe alloy formation and uses |
Experiment 5.4: Test metals with various acids - HCl, HNO₃, H₂SO₄
- Use Table 5.5 for systematic recording - Observe gas evolution - Discuss passivation Discussion on sodium uses in industry - Aluminium applications in transport and construction - Study duralumin and other alloys - Property-use relationships |
Various acids (dilute and concentrated), metal strips, test tubes, gas collection apparatus, safety equipment
Charts showing metal applications, alloy samples, aircraft parts, cooking vessels |
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 157-158
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 158-159 |
|
| 2 | 4 |
METALS
|
Uses of Metals II - Zinc, Copper and Iron
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
Explain galvanization process - Describe copper electrical applications - Compare iron, steel, and cast iron uses - Analyze alloy compositions and properties |
Study galvanization and rust prevention
- Copper in electrical applications - Different types of steel and their compositions - Alloy property comparisons |
Galvanized sheets, copper wires, steel samples, alloy composition charts, brass and bronze samples
|
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 159-161
|
|
| 2 | 5 |
METALS
|
Steel Types and Alloys
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
Compare cast iron, wrought iron, and steel - Analyze different steel compositions - Explain alloy property enhancement - Describe specialized steel applications |
Study cast iron, wrought iron, mild steel, and stainless steel
- Analyze carbon content effects - Specialized steels for tools and instruments - Discussion on alloy design |
Steel samples with different compositions, carbon content charts, specialized tools, stainless steel items
|
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 159-161
|
|
| 3 | 1 |
METALS
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision |
Environmental Effects of Metal Extraction
Section A: Short Answer Questions |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
Identify environmental impacts of mining - Explain pollution from metal extraction - Describe waste management strategies - Discuss NEMA regulations in Kenya |
Analysis of mining environmental impact
- Air, water, and land pollution from extraction - Waste management and slag utilization - NEMA role and regulations |
Environmental impact case studies, pollution images, NEMA regulation documents, waste management examples
Past Chemistry Paper 1 exams, Marking Schemes |
KLB Secondary Chemistry Form 4, Pages 161-162
|
|
| 3 | 2-3 |
REVISION
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision Chemistry Paper 1 Revision Chemistry Paper 2 Revision |
Section A: Short Answer Questions
Integrated Short Answer Practice Structured Questions: Analysis & Explanations Structured Questions: Calculations & Reactions |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
– practice a variety of short-answer questions across different Chemistry topics – apply knowledge of experimental setups, chemical properties, and reactions – improve accuracy and clarity in responses - attempt structured questions systematically - interpret and explain concepts from the Periodic Table, gases, and bonding - apply scientific reasoning to short-answer questions |
Teacher demonstrates answering approaches Students work in groups to discuss selected questions Class review using marking scheme
Learners attempt selected structured questions Teacher guides marking and discusses common errors Class shares strategies for improving explanations |
Past Papers, Chalkboard, Chemistry Charts
Full Past Paper 1, Answer Booklets, Marking Schemes Past Chemistry Paper 2 exams, Marking Schemes, Whiteboard Calculators, Revision Exercises, Charts |
KLB Chemistry Bk 1–4
KLB Chem Bk 2–4, KCSE Past Papers |
|
| 3 |
OPENER TERM III 2025 |
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| 4 | 1 |
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Chemistry Paper 3 Revision |
Integrated Exam Practice
Quantitative Practical Skills |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- integrate knowledge across topics (organic, industrial, acids/bases, gases) - apply time management in answering compulsory Paper 2 questions - self-assess answers against marking scheme |
Learners sit for a timed mock (selected Paper 2 questions) Peer marking guided by marking scheme Teacher highlights answering techniques and improvement areas
|
Past Papers, Marking Schemes, Exam Answer Sheets
Laboratory apparatus, Past Papers |
KLB Chem Bk 1–4, KCSE Past Papers
|
|
| 4 | 2-3 |
Chemistry Paper 3 Revision
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision |
Qualitative Practical Skills
Section A: Short Answer Questions Section A: Short Answer Questions Integrated Short Answer Practice |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- make accurate observations during experiments - record results clearly and systematically - draw correct inferences from experimental outcomes – practice a variety of short-answer questions across different Chemistry topics – apply knowledge of experimental setups, chemical properties, and reactions – improve accuracy and clarity in responses |
Teacher demonstrates step-by-step approach to qualitative tasks Learners carry out tests in groups Group review of observations vs. inferences
Teacher demonstrates answering approaches Students work in groups to discuss selected questions Class review using marking scheme |
Laboratory apparatus, Reagents, Past Papers
Past Chemistry Paper 1 exams, Marking Schemes Past Papers, Chalkboard, Chemistry Charts Full Past Paper 1, Answer Booklets, Marking Schemes |
KLB Chem Bk 1–4, KCSE Past Papers
KLB Chemistry Bk 1–4 |
|
| 4 | 4 |
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
|
Structured Questions: Analysis & Explanations
Structured Questions: Calculations & Reactions |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- attempt structured questions systematically - interpret and explain concepts from the Periodic Table, gases, and bonding - apply scientific reasoning to short-answer questions |
Learners attempt selected structured questions Teacher guides marking and discusses common errors Class shares strategies for improving explanations
|
Past Chemistry Paper 2 exams, Marking Schemes, Whiteboard
Calculators, Revision Exercises, Charts |
KLB Chem Bk 2–4, KCSE Past Papers
|
|
| 4 | 5 |
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Chemistry Paper 3 Revision |
Integrated Exam Practice
Quantitative Practical Skills |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- integrate knowledge across topics (organic, industrial, acids/bases, gases) - apply time management in answering compulsory Paper 2 questions - self-assess answers against marking scheme |
Learners sit for a timed mock (selected Paper 2 questions) Peer marking guided by marking scheme Teacher highlights answering techniques and improvement areas
|
Past Papers, Marking Schemes, Exam Answer Sheets
Laboratory apparatus, Past Papers |
KLB Chem Bk 1–4, KCSE Past Papers
|
|
| 5 | 1 |
Chemistry Paper 3 Revision
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision |
Qualitative Practical Skills
Section A: Short Answer Questions |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- make accurate observations during experiments - record results clearly and systematically - draw correct inferences from experimental outcomes |
Teacher demonstrates step-by-step approach to qualitative tasks Learners carry out tests in groups Group review of observations vs. inferences
|
Laboratory apparatus, Reagents, Past Papers
Past Chemistry Paper 1 exams, Marking Schemes |
KLB Chem Bk 1–4, KCSE Past Papers
|
|
| 5 | 2-3 |
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision |
Section A: Short Answer Questions
Integrated Short Answer Practice Structured Questions: Analysis & Explanations Structured Questions: Calculations & Reactions |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
– practice a variety of short-answer questions across different Chemistry topics – apply knowledge of experimental setups, chemical properties, and reactions – improve accuracy and clarity in responses - attempt structured questions systematically - interpret and explain concepts from the Periodic Table, gases, and bonding - apply scientific reasoning to short-answer questions |
Teacher demonstrates answering approaches Students work in groups to discuss selected questions Class review using marking scheme
Learners attempt selected structured questions Teacher guides marking and discusses common errors Class shares strategies for improving explanations |
Past Papers, Chalkboard, Chemistry Charts
Full Past Paper 1, Answer Booklets, Marking Schemes Past Chemistry Paper 2 exams, Marking Schemes, Whiteboard Calculators, Revision Exercises, Charts |
KLB Chemistry Bk 1–4
KLB Chem Bk 2–4, KCSE Past Papers |
|
| 5 | 4 |
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Chemistry Paper 3 Revision |
Integrated Exam Practice
Quantitative Practical Skills |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- integrate knowledge across topics (organic, industrial, acids/bases, gases) - apply time management in answering compulsory Paper 2 questions - self-assess answers against marking scheme |
Learners sit for a timed mock (selected Paper 2 questions) Peer marking guided by marking scheme Teacher highlights answering techniques and improvement areas
|
Past Papers, Marking Schemes, Exam Answer Sheets
Laboratory apparatus, Past Papers |
KLB Chem Bk 1–4, KCSE Past Papers
|
|
| 5 | 5 |
Chemistry Paper 3 Revision
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision |
Qualitative Practical Skills
Section A: Short Answer Questions |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- make accurate observations during experiments - record results clearly and systematically - draw correct inferences from experimental outcomes |
Teacher demonstrates step-by-step approach to qualitative tasks Learners carry out tests in groups Group review of observations vs. inferences
|
Laboratory apparatus, Reagents, Past Papers
Past Chemistry Paper 1 exams, Marking Schemes |
KLB Chem Bk 1–4, KCSE Past Papers
|
|
| 6 | 1 |
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
|
Section A: Short Answer Questions
Integrated Short Answer Practice |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
– practice a variety of short-answer questions across different Chemistry topics – apply knowledge of experimental setups, chemical properties, and reactions – improve accuracy and clarity in responses |
Teacher demonstrates answering approaches Students work in groups to discuss selected questions Class review using marking scheme
|
Past Papers, Chalkboard, Chemistry Charts
Full Past Paper 1, Answer Booklets, Marking Schemes |
KLB Chemistry Bk 1–4
|
|
| 6 | 2-3 |
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision Chemistry Paper 3 Revision |
Structured Questions: Analysis & Explanations
Structured Questions: Calculations & Reactions Integrated Exam Practice Quantitative Practical Skills |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- attempt structured questions systematically - interpret and explain concepts from the Periodic Table, gases, and bonding - apply scientific reasoning to short-answer questions - integrate knowledge across topics (organic, industrial, acids/bases, gases) - apply time management in answering compulsory Paper 2 questions - self-assess answers against marking scheme |
Learners attempt selected structured questions Teacher guides marking and discusses common errors Class shares strategies for improving explanations
Learners sit for a timed mock (selected Paper 2 questions) Peer marking guided by marking scheme Teacher highlights answering techniques and improvement areas |
Past Chemistry Paper 2 exams, Marking Schemes, Whiteboard
Calculators, Revision Exercises, Charts Past Papers, Marking Schemes, Exam Answer Sheets Laboratory apparatus, Past Papers |
KLB Chem Bk 2–4, KCSE Past Papers
KLB Chem Bk 1–4, KCSE Past Papers |
|
| 6 | 4 |
Chemistry Paper 3 Revision
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision |
Qualitative Practical Skills
Section A: Short Answer Questions |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- make accurate observations during experiments - record results clearly and systematically - draw correct inferences from experimental outcomes |
Teacher demonstrates step-by-step approach to qualitative tasks Learners carry out tests in groups Group review of observations vs. inferences
|
Laboratory apparatus, Reagents, Past Papers
Past Chemistry Paper 1 exams, Marking Schemes |
KLB Chem Bk 1–4, KCSE Past Papers
|
|
| 6 | 5 |
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
|
Section A: Short Answer Questions
Integrated Short Answer Practice |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
– practice a variety of short-answer questions across different Chemistry topics – apply knowledge of experimental setups, chemical properties, and reactions – improve accuracy and clarity in responses |
Teacher demonstrates answering approaches Students work in groups to discuss selected questions Class review using marking scheme
|
Past Papers, Chalkboard, Chemistry Charts
Full Past Paper 1, Answer Booklets, Marking Schemes |
KLB Chemistry Bk 1–4
|
|
| 7 | 1 |
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
|
Structured Questions: Analysis & Explanations
Structured Questions: Calculations & Reactions |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- attempt structured questions systematically - interpret and explain concepts from the Periodic Table, gases, and bonding - apply scientific reasoning to short-answer questions |
Learners attempt selected structured questions Teacher guides marking and discusses common errors Class shares strategies for improving explanations
|
Past Chemistry Paper 2 exams, Marking Schemes, Whiteboard
Calculators, Revision Exercises, Charts |
KLB Chem Bk 2–4, KCSE Past Papers
|
|
| 7 | 2-3 |
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Chemistry Paper 3 Revision Chemistry Paper 3 Revision Chemistry Paper 1 Revision |
Integrated Exam Practice
Quantitative Practical Skills Qualitative Practical Skills Section A: Short Answer Questions |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- integrate knowledge across topics (organic, industrial, acids/bases, gases) - apply time management in answering compulsory Paper 2 questions - self-assess answers against marking scheme - make accurate observations during experiments - record results clearly and systematically - draw correct inferences from experimental outcomes |
Learners sit for a timed mock (selected Paper 2 questions) Peer marking guided by marking scheme Teacher highlights answering techniques and improvement areas
Teacher demonstrates step-by-step approach to qualitative tasks Learners carry out tests in groups Group review of observations vs. inferences |
Past Papers, Marking Schemes, Exam Answer Sheets
Laboratory apparatus, Past Papers Laboratory apparatus, Reagents, Past Papers Past Chemistry Paper 1 exams, Marking Schemes |
KLB Chem Bk 1–4, KCSE Past Papers
|
|
| 7 | 4 |
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
|
Section A: Short Answer Questions
Integrated Short Answer Practice |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
– practice a variety of short-answer questions across different Chemistry topics – apply knowledge of experimental setups, chemical properties, and reactions – improve accuracy and clarity in responses |
Teacher demonstrates answering approaches Students work in groups to discuss selected questions Class review using marking scheme
|
Past Papers, Chalkboard, Chemistry Charts
Full Past Paper 1, Answer Booklets, Marking Schemes |
KLB Chemistry Bk 1–4
|
|
| 7 | 5 |
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
|
Structured Questions: Analysis & Explanations
Structured Questions: Calculations & Reactions |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- attempt structured questions systematically - interpret and explain concepts from the Periodic Table, gases, and bonding - apply scientific reasoning to short-answer questions |
Learners attempt selected structured questions Teacher guides marking and discusses common errors Class shares strategies for improving explanations
|
Past Chemistry Paper 2 exams, Marking Schemes, Whiteboard
Calculators, Revision Exercises, Charts |
KLB Chem Bk 2–4, KCSE Past Papers
|
|
| 8 | 1 |
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Chemistry Paper 3 Revision |
Integrated Exam Practice
Quantitative Practical Skills |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- integrate knowledge across topics (organic, industrial, acids/bases, gases) - apply time management in answering compulsory Paper 2 questions - self-assess answers against marking scheme |
Learners sit for a timed mock (selected Paper 2 questions) Peer marking guided by marking scheme Teacher highlights answering techniques and improvement areas
|
Past Papers, Marking Schemes, Exam Answer Sheets
Laboratory apparatus, Past Papers |
KLB Chem Bk 1–4, KCSE Past Papers
|
|
| 8 | 2-3 |
Chemistry Paper 3 Revision
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision |
Qualitative Practical Skills
Section A: Short Answer Questions Section A: Short Answer Questions Integrated Short Answer Practice |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- make accurate observations during experiments - record results clearly and systematically - draw correct inferences from experimental outcomes – practice a variety of short-answer questions across different Chemistry topics – apply knowledge of experimental setups, chemical properties, and reactions – improve accuracy and clarity in responses |
Teacher demonstrates step-by-step approach to qualitative tasks Learners carry out tests in groups Group review of observations vs. inferences
Teacher demonstrates answering approaches Students work in groups to discuss selected questions Class review using marking scheme |
Laboratory apparatus, Reagents, Past Papers
Past Chemistry Paper 1 exams, Marking Schemes Past Papers, Chalkboard, Chemistry Charts Full Past Paper 1, Answer Booklets, Marking Schemes |
KLB Chem Bk 1–4, KCSE Past Papers
KLB Chemistry Bk 1–4 |
|
| 8 | 4 |
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
|
Structured Questions: Analysis & Explanations
Structured Questions: Calculations & Reactions |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- attempt structured questions systematically - interpret and explain concepts from the Periodic Table, gases, and bonding - apply scientific reasoning to short-answer questions |
Learners attempt selected structured questions Teacher guides marking and discusses common errors Class shares strategies for improving explanations
|
Past Chemistry Paper 2 exams, Marking Schemes, Whiteboard
Calculators, Revision Exercises, Charts |
KLB Chem Bk 2–4, KCSE Past Papers
|
|
| 8 | 5 |
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Chemistry Paper 3 Revision |
Integrated Exam Practice
Quantitative Practical Skills |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- integrate knowledge across topics (organic, industrial, acids/bases, gases) - apply time management in answering compulsory Paper 2 questions - self-assess answers against marking scheme |
Learners sit for a timed mock (selected Paper 2 questions) Peer marking guided by marking scheme Teacher highlights answering techniques and improvement areas
|
Past Papers, Marking Schemes, Exam Answer Sheets
Laboratory apparatus, Past Papers |
KLB Chem Bk 1–4, KCSE Past Papers
|
|
| 9 | 1 |
Chemistry Paper 3 Revision
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision |
Qualitative Practical Skills
Section A: Short Answer Questions |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- make accurate observations during experiments - record results clearly and systematically - draw correct inferences from experimental outcomes |
Teacher demonstrates step-by-step approach to qualitative tasks Learners carry out tests in groups Group review of observations vs. inferences
|
Laboratory apparatus, Reagents, Past Papers
Past Chemistry Paper 1 exams, Marking Schemes |
KLB Chem Bk 1–4, KCSE Past Papers
|
|
| 9 | 2-3 |
Chemistry Paper 1 Revision
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision |
Section A: Short Answer Questions
Integrated Short Answer Practice Structured Questions: Analysis & Explanations Structured Questions: Calculations & Reactions |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
– practice a variety of short-answer questions across different Chemistry topics – apply knowledge of experimental setups, chemical properties, and reactions – improve accuracy and clarity in responses - attempt structured questions systematically - interpret and explain concepts from the Periodic Table, gases, and bonding - apply scientific reasoning to short-answer questions |
Teacher demonstrates answering approaches Students work in groups to discuss selected questions Class review using marking scheme
Learners attempt selected structured questions Teacher guides marking and discusses common errors Class shares strategies for improving explanations |
Past Papers, Chalkboard, Chemistry Charts
Full Past Paper 1, Answer Booklets, Marking Schemes Past Chemistry Paper 2 exams, Marking Schemes, Whiteboard Calculators, Revision Exercises, Charts |
KLB Chemistry Bk 1–4
KLB Chem Bk 2–4, KCSE Past Papers |
|
| 9 | 4 |
Chemistry Paper 2 Revision
Chemistry Paper 3 Revision |
Integrated Exam Practice
Quantitative Practical Skills |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- integrate knowledge across topics (organic, industrial, acids/bases, gases) - apply time management in answering compulsory Paper 2 questions - self-assess answers against marking scheme |
Learners sit for a timed mock (selected Paper 2 questions) Peer marking guided by marking scheme Teacher highlights answering techniques and improvement areas
|
Past Papers, Marking Schemes, Exam Answer Sheets
Laboratory apparatus, Past Papers |
KLB Chem Bk 1–4, KCSE Past Papers
|
|
| 9 | 5 |
Chemistry Paper 3 Revision
|
Qualitative Practical Skills
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- make accurate observations during experiments - record results clearly and systematically - draw correct inferences from experimental outcomes |
Teacher demonstrates step-by-step approach to qualitative tasks Learners carry out tests in groups Group review of observations vs. inferences
|
Laboratory apparatus, Reagents, Past Papers
|
KLB Chem Bk 1–4, KCSE Past Papers
|
|
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