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| WK | LSN | STRAND | SUB-STRAND | LESSON LEARNING OUTCOMES | LEARNING EXPERIENCES | KEY INQUIRY QUESTIONS | LEARNING RESOURCES | ASSESSMENT METHODS | REFLECTION |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Elements and compounds - Relationship between an atom, an element, a compound and a molecule
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Define the term atom - Describe the structure of an atom - Show interest in learning about atoms |
- Discuss the meaning of an atom and illustrate its structure
- Search the Internet or use reference books to get information about the atom - Draw the structure of an atom |
How is the structure of the atom important?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 1
- Digital resources - Internet access and reference books |
- Observation
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
|
|
| 2 | 2 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Elements and compounds - Protons, electrons and neutrons
Elements and compounds - Elements and molecules |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify the subatomic particles in an atom - Explain the location and electrical charges of subatomic particles - Show interest in the study of atoms |
- Discuss the composition of an atom
- Locate the components within the atom - Discuss the electrical charges of protons, electrons and neutrons |
How small are atoms and are they divisible?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 1
- Internet access - Reference books - Charts showing atomic structure - Digital devices - Relevant print resources |
- Observation
- Oral questions
- Written tests
|
|
| 2 | 3 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Elements and compounds - Molecules
Elements and compounds - Chemical symbols for common elements |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Define the term molecule - Explain how molecules are formed - Show interest in learning about molecules |
- Discuss the meaning of molecules
- Identify examples of molecules - Explain the difference between atoms and molecules |
How do atoms form molecules?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 1
- Charts showing molecular structures - Digital resources - Mentor Bk 8 pg. 2 - Periodic table charts - Reference books |
- Observation
- Written assignments
- Oral questions
|
|
| 2 | 4 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Elements and compounds - Deriving symbols from element names
Elements and compounds - Symbols derived from Latin names |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Derive chemical symbols from element names - Apply rules for writing symbols - Show interest in learning chemical symbols |
- Analyze how symbols are derived from element names
- Practice deriving symbols from given elements - Discuss cases where two elements share the same first letter |
How are chemical symbols derived from element names?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 2
- Element name charts - Digital resources - Mentor Bk 8 pg. 3 - Reference books - Internet access |
- Written assignments
- Peer assessment
- Oral questions
|
|
| 2 | 5 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Elements and compounds - Word equations for formation of compounds
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Write word equations for simple reactions - Identify reactants and products in equations - Show interest in chemical reactions |
- Study examples of word equations
- Write word equations for given reactions - Identify elements and compounds in equations |
How do elements combine to form compounds?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 5
- Charts with word equations - Reference books |
- Written assignments
- Observation
- Oral questions
|
|
| 3 | 1 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Elements and compounds - More practice on word equations
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Write word equations for various reactions - Explain the meaning of arrows in equations - Appreciate the use of word equations |
- Practice writing word equations
- Discuss the direction of reactions - Share findings with classmates |
What do the arrows in word equations represent?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 5
- Worksheets - Digital resources |
- Written tests
- Group discussions
- Peer assessment
|
|
| 3 | 2 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Elements and compounds - Application of common elements in society
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify applications of common elements - Explain why certain elements are valuable - Appreciate the importance of elements in daily life |
- Study pictures showing uses of elements
- Discuss why elements like gold are valuable - Identify elements used in construction and electronics |
Why are some elements more valuable than others?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 6
- Pictures of items made from elements - Real samples where available |
- Observation
- Oral questions
- Project work
|
|
| 3 | 3 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Elements and compounds - Elements in jewellery, trophies and medals
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify elements used in making valuable items - Explain properties that make elements suitable for jewellery - Show appreciation for precious elements |
- Examine pictures of jewellery, trophies and medals
- Discuss properties of gold, silver and diamond - Explain why these items are expensive |
What makes precious elements valuable?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 6
- Pictures of jewellery and trophies - Internet access |
- Oral questions
- Group presentations
- Written assignments
|
|
| 3 | 4 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Elements and compounds - Elements in construction and electrical applications
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify elements used in construction - Explain uses of copper and aluminium - Appreciate the role of elements in industry |
- Discuss uses of iron, aluminium and silicon
- Identify properties that make these elements suitable - Examine electrical wires and construction materials |
How are elements applied in construction and electricity?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 7
- Samples of wires and construction materials - Reference books |
- Observation
- Oral questions
- Written tests
|
|
| 3 | 5 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Elements and compounds - Mineral elements in food
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify mineral elements in food - Explain nutritional benefits of mineral elements - Appreciate the importance of minerals in diet |
- Discuss mineral elements in food
- Study pictures of nutritious foods - Explain benefits of sodium, potassium, calcium, etc. |
Why are mineral elements important in our diet?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 7
- Pictures of foods - Nutrition charts |
- Oral questions
- Group discussions
- Written assignments
|
|
| 4 | 1 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Elements and compounds - Information on packaging labels
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Read and interpret packaging labels - Identify elements and compounds on labels - Appreciate the importance of product information |
- Examine packaging labels of common products
- Identify elements and compounds listed - Discuss importance of labeling |
Why do manufacturers provide information about elements and compounds on labels?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 8
- Product packages - Digital resources |
- Observation
- Oral questions
- Project work
|
|
| 4 | 2 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Elements and compounds - Extended activity on elements at home
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify elements in household items - Explain how elements affect value of products - Show responsibility in completing assignments |
- Identify items at home
- Name elements used in making them - Explain how elements affect their value |
How do elements affect the value of household items?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 8
- Homework assignment sheets - Reference materials |
- Project assessment
- Oral presentations
- Written reports
|
|
| 4 | 3 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Elements and compounds - End of sub-strand assessment
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Define terms: element, compound, atom, molecule - Write chemical symbols and word equations - Explain applications of elements |
- Complete end of sub-strand test
- Reflect on learning progress - Identify areas for improvement |
Can you apply what you have learned about elements and compounds?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 1-9
- Assessment papers - Marking guides |
- Written examination
- Practical assessment
- Portfolio review
|
|
| 4 | 4 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Physical and chemical changes - Characteristics of matter in different states
Physical and chemical changes - Matter is made of tiny particles (liquids) |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Describe characteristics of solids, liquids and gases - Explain that matter is made up of tiny particles - Show interest in studying matter |
- Discuss constituents of matter
- Carry out activities to show matter is made of particles - Cut paper into tiny pieces |
Can matter be subdivided into very small amounts?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 10
- Paper - Scissors - Reference books - Mentor Bk 8 pg. 11 - Colored liquid (juice or ink) - Water - Containers |
- Observation
- Oral questions
- Practical assessment
|
|
| 4 | 5 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Physical and chemical changes - Matter is made of tiny particles (gases)
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Demonstrate that gases are made of particles - Observe dispersion of smoke - Show interest in properties of gases |
- Burn grass wrapped in paper to produce smoke
- Observe smoke dispersion - Discuss findings |
What happens to smoke as it moves away from the source?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 12
- Fresh grass - Paper - Lighter (teacher supervised) |
- Observation
- Oral questions
- Safety compliance
|
|
| 5 | 1 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Physical and chemical changes - Particles are in continuous random motion
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Demonstrate particle motion in matter - Observe Brownian motion - Appreciate that particles are always moving |
- Sprinkle chalk dust on water surface
- Observe particle movement with hand lens - Discuss observations |
Do particles of matter move randomly?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 12
- Chalk dust - Container with water - Hand lens |
- Practical assessment
- Observation
- Written records
|
|
| 5 | 2 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Physical and chemical changes - Particles have spaces between them
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Demonstrate that particles have spaces - Explain dissolution process - Show curiosity about particle arrangement |
- Dissolve salt in water in a volumetric flask
- Observe volume changes - Discuss why volume decreases |
Why does the volume decrease when salt dissolves in water?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 13
- Salt or sugar - Volumetric flask - Water |
- Practical assessment
- Oral questions
- Written reports
|
|
| 5 | 3 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Physical and chemical changes - Summary of properties of different states
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Describe particle arrangement in solids, liquids and gases - Explain the kinetic theory of matter - Appreciate differences in states of matter |
- Discuss properties of solids, liquids and gases
- Draw particle arrangement diagrams - Compare the three states |
How do particles differ in solids, liquids, and gases?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 14
- Charts showing particle arrangement - Reference books |
- Observation
- Written tests
- Diagram assessment
|
|
| 5 | 4 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Physical and chemical changes - Diffusion in liquids
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Define diffusion - Demonstrate diffusion in liquids - Explain factors affecting diffusion |
- Put ink drops in cold and warm water
- Observe and compare diffusion rates - Discuss temperature effect on diffusion |
Why does ink spread faster in warm water?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 15
- Ink - Beakers - Cold and warm water - Droppers |
- Practical assessment
- Observation
- Written reports
|
|
| 5 | 5 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Physical and chemical changes - Diffusion in gases
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain diffusion in gases - Compare diffusion in liquids and gases - Appreciate that diffusion is faster in gases |
- Discuss examples of diffusion in gases
- Compare rates of diffusion in liquids and gases - Give everyday examples |
How does diffusion in gases differ from diffusion in liquids?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 16
- Reference books - Digital resources |
- Oral questions
- Group discussions
- Written assignments
|
|
| 6 | 1 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Physical and chemical changes - Pure and impure substances
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Distinguish between pure and impure substances - Give examples of each - Show interest in purity of substances |
- Define pure and impure substances
- Give examples - Discuss how to test for purity |
What is the difference between pure and impure substances?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 16
- Samples of pure and impure substances - Reference books |
- Observation
- Oral questions
- Written tests
|
|
| 6 | 2 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Physical and chemical changes - Determining melting point of candle wax
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Determine melting point experimentally - Record temperature changes over time - Show accuracy in measurements |
- Heat candle wax in a beaker
- Record temperature every 30 seconds - Note when melting occurs |
At what temperature does candle wax melt?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 17
- Candle wax - Beaker - Thermometer - Heat source - Stopwatch |
- Practical assessment
- Data recording
- Safety compliance
|
|
| 6 | 3 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Physical and chemical changes - Interpreting heating curves
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Plot graph of temperature against time - Interpret heating curves - Identify melting and boiling points on graphs |
- Plot graph from data collected
- Identify different sections of the curve - Explain what happens at each section |
What does a heating curve tell us about a substance?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 18
- Graph paper - Data from previous lesson - Rulers |
- Graph assessment
- Oral questions
- Written explanations
|
|
| 6 | 4 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Physical and chemical changes - Effects of impurities on melting point
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Compare melting points of pure and impure wax - Explain effect of impurities on melting point - Show accuracy in observations |
- Heat pure and impure candle wax
- Record temperatures for both - Compare melting points |
How do impurities affect the melting point?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 19
- Pure candle wax - Impure candle wax - Thermometers - Heat sources |
- Practical assessment
- Comparative analysis
- Written reports
|
|
| 6 | 5 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Physical and chemical changes - Effects of impurities on boiling point
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Determine boiling points of pure and impure water - Explain effect of impurities on boiling point - Appreciate importance of purity |
- Heat pure ice and salty ice
- Record temperatures until boiling - Compare boiling points |
Why do pure and impure substances have different boiling points?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 20
- Pure ice - Salty ice - Thermometers - Beakers - Heat sources |
- Practical assessment
- Data analysis
- Written reports
|
|
| 7 |
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| 8 | 1 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Physical and chemical changes - Physical changes
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Define physical change - Give examples of physical changes - Explain characteristics of physical changes |
- Break and crush chalk
- Cut tissue paper and dissolve in water - Discuss if changes are reversible |
What are physical changes?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 21
- Chalk - Tissue paper - Water - Containers |
- Observation
- Oral questions
- Practical assessment
|
|
| 8 | 2 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Physical and chemical changes - Heating wax (physical change)
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Demonstrate physical change by heating wax - Explain reversibility of the change - Follow safety precautions |
- Heat wax until it melts
- Cool and observe changes - Discuss reversibility |
What happens to wax when heated and cooled?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 21
- Wax - Test tube - Test tube holder - Heat source |
- Practical assessment
- Safety compliance
- Oral questions
|
|
| 8 | 3 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Physical and chemical changes - Chemical changes introduction
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Define chemical change - Distinguish between physical and chemical changes - Show interest in chemical reactions |
- Burn paper and collect ash
- Cook an egg - Discuss reversibility |
Can chemical changes be reversed?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 22
- Paper - Matches - Egg - Heat source |
- Observation
- Oral questions
- Group discussions
|
|
| 8 | 4 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Physical and chemical changes - Temporary chemical changes
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Demonstrate temporary chemical change - Heat Cobalt (II) chloride safely - Observe color changes |
- Heat Cobalt (II) chloride crystals
- Collect water vapor - Observe color changes |
What happens when Cobalt (II) chloride is heated?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 23
- Cobalt (II) chloride - Boiling tube - Thermometer - Heat source |
- Practical assessment
- Safety compliance
- Observation records
|
|
| 8 | 5 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Physical and chemical changes - Reversing temporary chemical changes
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Reverse temporary chemical change - Observe heat production - Explain the reversibility |
- Add water to anhydrous Cobalt (II) chloride
- Observe color and temperature changes - Discuss findings |
Can temporary chemical changes be reversed?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 24
- Anhydrous Cobalt (II) chloride - Water - Thermometer - Dropper |
- Practical assessment
- Observation
- Written reports
|
|
| 9 | 1 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Physical and chemical changes - Permanent chemical changes
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Demonstrate permanent chemical change - Heat Copper (II) nitrate safely - Observe formation of new substances |
- Heat Copper (II) nitrate crystals
- Observe color changes and gas production - Compare mass before and after |
What happens when Copper (II) nitrate is heated?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 25
- Copper (II) nitrate - Boiling tube - Heat source - Weighing balance |
- Practical assessment
- Safety compliance
- Mass comparison
|
|
| 9 | 2 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Physical and chemical changes - Applications of physical changes
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify applications of physical changes - Explain importance in daily life - Appreciate usefulness of physical changes |
- Discuss melting ice, boiling water, dissolving
- Study pictures of applications - Give everyday examples |
How are physical changes applied in daily life?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 26
- Pictures showing applications - Reference books - Digital resources |
- Oral questions
- Group presentations
- Written assignments
|
|
| 9 | 3 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Physical and chemical changes - Applications of chemical changes
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify applications of chemical changes - Explain uses in daily life - Appreciate importance of chemical changes |
- Discuss combustion, rusting, digestion
- Study chart of applications - Research using digital devices |
Why are chemical changes important in our lives?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 27
- Charts - Digital devices - Reference materials |
- Oral questions
- Research presentations
- Written reports
|
|
| 9 | 4 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Classes of fire - Causes of fire in nature
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify causes of fire in nature - Explain how fires start - Show awareness of fire dangers |
- Study pictures of fire incidents
- Discuss possible causes - Share experiences from locality |
What can cause fire in nature?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 38
- Pictures of fire scenes - Reference books |
- Observation
- Oral questions
- Group discussions
|
|
| 9 | 5 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Classes of fire - More on causes of fire
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify more causes of fire - Explain unsafe practices that cause fire - Appreciate fire safety |
- Study pictures of risky situations
- Discuss flammable materials - Identify fire hazards |
How can we prevent fires from starting?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 39
- Pictures - Digital resources - Safety posters |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
- Safety awareness
|
|
| 10 | 1 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Classes of fire - Components of the fire triangle
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify the three components of fire triangle - Explain role of each component - Show understanding of combustion |
- Discuss fuel, heat and oxygen
- Draw fire triangle - Explain how fire starts |
What three things are needed for fire to burn?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 40
- Fire triangle diagrams - Reference books |
- Observation
- Diagram assessment
- Oral questions
|
|
| 10 | 2 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Classes of fire - Role of components in fire triangle
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain role of fuel in combustion - Explain role of heat and oxygen - Appreciate how fire is sustained |
- Discuss types of fuel
- Identify ignition sources - Explain role of oxygen |
How does each component of the fire triangle contribute to combustion?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 40
- Charts - Sample fuels - Reference materials |
- Oral questions
- Written tests
- Group discussions
|
|
| 10 | 3 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Classes of fire - Classification of fires
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify different classes of fire - Classify fires according to fuel type - Show awareness of fire types |
- Study flashcards on fire classes
- Discuss Class A, B, C, D, K fires - Give examples of each class |
How are fires classified?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 41
- Flashcards - Charts - Reference books |
- Observation
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
|
|
| 10 | 4 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Classes of fire - Class A and B fires
Classes of fire - Class C, D and K fires |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Describe Class A fires - Describe Class B fires - Distinguish between the two classes |
- Discuss fires from ordinary materials
- Discuss fires from combustible liquids - Compare the two classes |
What is the difference between Class A and Class B fires?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 42
- Pictures - Sample materials - Reference books - Charts - Digital resources - Reference materials |
- Oral questions
- Classification exercises
- Written tests
|
|
| 10 | 5 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Classes of fire - Controlling fire using extinguishers
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify types of fire extinguishers - Match extinguishers to fire classes - Appreciate importance of correct extinguisher use |
- Study pictures of extinguishers
- Research on types of extinguishers - Discuss which extinguisher for each fire class |
Why is it important to use the correct fire extinguisher?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 43
- Pictures of extinguishers - Digital devices - Reference books |
- Observation
- Research presentations
- Written reports
|
|
| 11 | 1 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Classes of fire - Types of fire extinguishers
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Describe dry chemical extinguishers - Describe CO2 extinguishers - Explain their uses |
- Study different extinguisher types
- Identify chemicals in each - Discuss suitable fire classes for each |
Which fire extinguisher is best for electrical fires?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 44
- Extinguisher pictures - Charts - Digital resources |
- Oral questions
- Matching exercises
- Written tests
|
|
| 11 | 2 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Classes of fire - Water and foam extinguishers
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Describe water extinguishers - Describe foam extinguishers - Explain when not to use them |
- Discuss water extinguisher uses
- Discuss foam extinguisher uses - Explain dangers of misuse |
Why should water extinguishers not be used on electrical fires?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 44
- Extinguisher information - Safety guidelines - Reference materials |
- Oral questions
- Safety awareness
- Written assignments
|
|
| 11 | 3 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Classes of fire - Breaking the fire triangle
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain how to stop fire by removing components - Describe removal of heat, fuel and oxygen - Show understanding of fire control |
- Discuss removing sources of heat
- Discuss removing fuel - Discuss removing oxygen (smothering) |
How can we use the fire triangle to control fires?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 45
- Fire triangle diagrams - Reference books |
- Oral questions
- Group discussions
- Written tests
|
|
| 11 | 4 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Classes of fire - Removal of heat and fuel
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Demonstrate removing heat to stop fire - Demonstrate removing fuel to stop fire - Apply fire control methods |
- Practice spraying water on paper fire
- Practice removing unburnt materials - Discuss effectiveness |
How does removing heat or fuel stop a fire?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 46
- Water - Paper - Safe burning area - Supervision |
- Practical assessment
- Safety compliance
- Observation
|
|
| 11 | 5 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Classes of fire - Removal of oxygen (smothering)
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain smothering as a fire control method - Demonstrate smothering a small fire - Show understanding of oxygen's role |
- Cover candle with inverted glass
- Observe fire going out - Discuss why fire stops |
Why does fire stop when oxygen is removed?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 46
- Candle - Glass - Matches - Fire blanket |
- Practical assessment
- Observation
- Oral questions
|
|
| 12 | 1 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Classes of fire - Fire safety at school
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify fire risks at school - Suggest fire prevention measures - Show responsibility for fire safety |
- Identify combustible materials at school
- Identify ignition sources - Discuss likely fire classes at school |
What fire safety measures should be in our school?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 47
- School compound tour - Safety guidelines |
- Observation
- Oral questions
- Project work
|
|
| 12 | 2 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Classes of fire - Fire control measures at school
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify fire control equipment at school - Explain fire drill procedures - Appreciate importance of preparedness |
- Locate fire extinguishers
- Identify emergency exits - Discuss evacuation procedures |
How can we prepare for fire emergencies at school?
|
- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 47
- School safety equipment - Emergency plans |
- Observation
- Oral questions
- Drill participation
|
|
| 12 | 3 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
|
Classes of fire - Practicing fire control measures
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Practice fire drill procedures - Use appropriate control methods - Demonstrate fire safety awareness |
- Participate in fire drill
- Practice using fire extinguishers (with supervision) - Follow evacuation procedures |
How well can you respond to a fire emergency?
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- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 48
- Fire extinguishers - Emergency exits - Safety equipment |
- Practical assessment
- Safety compliance
- Participation
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Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
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Classes of fire - Right to safety information on flammable substances
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify hazard symbols on containers - Explain importance of safety information - Appreciate consumer rights |
- Study container labels
- Identify flammable substance symbols - Discuss importance of labeling |
Why is safety information important on product labels?
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- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 48
- Sample containers with labels - Hazard symbol charts |
- Observation
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
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| 12 | 5 |
Mixtures, Elements and Compounds
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Classes of fire - Project on fire safety posters
Classes of fire - End of sub-strand assessment |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Create fire safety posters - Display fire control information - Show creativity and responsibility |
- Design posters on fire classes and control
- Include fire safety messages - Display in strategic locations |
How can we educate others about fire safety?
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- Mentor Bk 8 pg. 38-48
- Chart paper - Colors - Reference materials - Assessment papers - Marking guides |
- Project assessment
- Creativity
- Information accuracy
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