Foundations of Pre-Technical Studies

Safety on raised platforms - Types of raised platforms

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

- Identify types of raised platforms used in performing tasks
- Describe the uses of different raised platforms
- Show interest in learning about raised platforms

- Walk around the school to explore types of raised platforms (ladders, trestles, steps, stands, mobile raised platforms, work benches, ramps)
- Brainstorm on the types of raised platforms used in day-to-day life
- Use print or digital media to search for information on types of raised platforms

What types of raised platforms are used in performing tasks?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 1
- Digital devices
- Pictures and charts of raised platforms
- Actual raised platforms in school environment

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Foundations of Pre-Technical Studies

Safety on raised platforms - Types of raised platforms
Safety on raised platforms - Risks associated with working on raised platforms
Safety on raised platforms - Safety practices when working on raised platforms

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

- Explain how raised platforms help people perform tasks
- Classify raised platforms according to their uses
- Appreciate the role of raised platforms in different environments

- Study pictures showing people using different raised platforms
- Discuss how different types of raised platforms are being used
- Mention how raised platforms are used in the locality
- Visit various areas around school where raised platforms are used

How do raised platforms help people perform tasks safely?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 1
- Digital devices
- Pictures of people using raised platforms
- Reference books
- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 5
- Internet access
- Video clips on platform safety
- Pictures showing accidents
- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 7
- Safety posters
- Personal protective equipment
- Digital resources
- Raised platforms for demonstration

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests

Foundations of Pre-Technical Studies

Safety on raised platforms - Safety practices when working on raised platforms
Safety on raised platforms - Importance of observing safety while working on raised platforms
Safety on raised platforms - Practical application and assessment

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

- Explain the use of personal protective equipment when working on raised platforms
- Apply safety measures when using raised platforms
- Appreciate the need for regular inspection of equipment

- Discuss the use of guardrails, safety nets and personal protection equipment
- Practice using slip-resistant safety wear
- Demonstrate proper inspection of raised platforms before use
- Create safety posters on working at heights

Why is personal protective equipment important when working at heights?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 7
- Personal protective equipment (helmets, harnesses, gloves, boots)
- Safety nets
- Guardrails
- Manila paper and markers
- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 10
- Pictures showing accidents
- Digital devices
- Manila paper for posters
- Reference materials
- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 1
- Various raised platforms
- Personal protective equipment
- Task cards
- Assessment rubrics

- Practical work - Observation - Oral questions - Project

Foundations of Pre-Technical Studies

Safety on raised platforms - Review and consolidation
Handling hazardous substances - Hazardous substances found in the environment

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

- Identify types of raised platforms and their uses
- Explain risks and safety practices for working on raised platforms
- Value safety as a priority when working at heights

- Review key concepts on safety on raised platforms
- Discuss real-life scenarios involving raised platforms
- Complete assessment activities
- Reflect on learning progress

Why is it important to observe safety while working on raised platforms?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 1
- Assessment tools
- Self-reflection checklist
- Digital resources
- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 18
- Digital devices
- Pictures of hazardous substances
- Video clips
- Samples of labeled hazardous substances

- Written tests - Oral questions - Self-reflection - Portfolio assessment

Foundations of Pre-Technical Studies

Handling hazardous substances - Classification of hazardous substances
Handling hazardous substances - Safe ways of handling hazardous substances

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

- Classify hazardous substances into poisonous, flammable and corrosive
- Explain characteristics of each category of hazardous substances
- Appreciate the importance of classifying hazardous substances

- Group hazardous substances into poisonous, flammable or corrosive
- Discuss characteristics of each category
- Use a checklist to classify different hazardous substances
- Create a chart showing classification of hazardous substances

How are hazardous substances classified?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 18
- Classification chart
- Pictures of different hazardous substances
- Manila paper
- Reference materials
- Product labels and manuals
- Digital devices
- Samples of labeled products
- Safety posters

- Oral questions - Written tests - Practical work - Observation

Foundations of Pre-Technical Studies

Handling hazardous substances - Safe ways of handling hazardous substances

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

- Identify safety symbols on product labels
- Interpret hazard statements and precautionary statements
- Apply knowledge of labels when handling hazardous substances

- Study and identify symbols on hazardous substance labels
- Discuss meaning of different safety symbols
- Interpret product labels (product identifier, signal words, hazard statements, precautionary statements)
- Create product labels for given substances

What information is found on product labels?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 18
- Various product labels
- Charts showing safety symbols
- Manila paper
- Markers

- Written tests - Practical work - Oral questions - Project

Foundations of Pre-Technical Studies

Handling hazardous substances - Handling hazardous substances safely

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

- Demonstrate safe handling of hazardous substances
- Use personal protective equipment when handling hazardous substances
- Value the importance of safe handling practices

- Practice safe handling of poisonous, flammable and corrosive substances
- Role-play safe ways of handling hazardous substances
- Demonstrate wearing appropriate PPE
- Visit the locality to observe safe handling practices

How are hazardous substances handled safely?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 20
- Personal protective equipment
- Sample hazardous substances (properly sealed)
- Digital devices
- Role-play materials

- Practical work - Observation - Checklist - Oral questions

Foundations of Pre-Technical Studies

Handling hazardous substances - Handling hazardous substances safely
Handling hazardous substances - Importance of observing safety

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

- Explain proper storage of hazardous substances
- Describe safe disposal methods for hazardous substances
- Show responsibility when handling hazardous substances

- Discuss proper storage of hazardous substances
- Learn about safe disposal methods (reduce, reuse, recycle)
- Visit workplaces to observe storage and disposal practices
- Practice safe handling procedures

How should hazardous substances be stored and disposed?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 20
- Storage containers
- Digital devices
- Video clips on disposal methods
- Reference materials
- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 21
- Pictures showing accidents
- Word search puzzles
- Assessment tools

- Observation - Practical work - Oral questions - Written tests

Foundations of Pre-Technical Studies

Handling hazardous substances - Practical application and assessment

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

- Identify hazardous substances and their classifications
- Demonstrate safe handling of hazardous substances
- Apply safety measures when handling hazardous substances

- Identify and classify hazardous substances
- Demonstrate safe handling procedures
- Complete assessment activities
- Create safety posters on handling hazardous substances

How can you safely handle hazardous substances in your environment?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 18
- Various hazardous substances (sealed)
- PPE
- Assessment rubrics
- Manila paper

- Practical work - Written tests - Project - Self-assessment

Foundations of Pre-Technical Studies

Handling hazardous substances - Review and consolidation
Self-exploration and career development - Ways of nurturing talents and abilities

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

- Explain classification and safe handling of hazardous substances
- Interpret safety information on product labels
- Show commitment to environmental safety

- Review key concepts on handling hazardous substances
- Discuss case scenarios on hazardous substance handling
- Complete assessment activities
- Reflect on learning progress

Why should we observe safety when handling hazardous substances?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 18
- Assessment tools
- Self-reflection checklist
- Digital resources
- Product labels
- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 38
- Digital devices
- Charts on talent development
- Reference materials
- Club and society materials

- Written tests - Oral questions - Self-reflection - Checklist

Foundations of Pre-Technical Studies

Self-exploration and career development - Career pathways in senior school

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

- Identify career pathways offered in senior school
- Relate talents and abilities to career pathways
- Appreciate the importance of career pathways

- Use print or digital media to search for career pathways in senior school
- Make a list of talents and abilities and their corresponding career pathways
- Discuss career pathways (Arts and Sports Science, Social Sciences, STEM)
- Study pictures of learners demonstrating talents

What are the career pathways available in senior school?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 38
- Digital devices
- Career pathway charts
- Pictures of various careers
- Reference materials

- Oral questions - Written tests - Practical work - Observation

Foundations of Pre-Technical Studies

Self-exploration and career development - Career pathways and career opportunities
Self-exploration and career development - Ethical and unethical practices

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

- Explain career opportunities related to Pre-Technical Studies
- Match talents and abilities to specific careers
- Show interest in exploring career opportunities

- Engage with a resource person on career opportunities
- Discuss career opportunities related to talents in Pre-Technical Studies
- Make presentations on talents and corresponding career opportunities
- Create career opportunity charts

Why is self-exploration necessary for career development?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 38
- Resource person
- Career brochures
- Digital devices
- Manila paper
- Career magazines
- Case study materials
- Reference materials
- Discussion guides

- Observation - Oral questions - Presentations - Written assignments

Foundations of Pre-Technical Studies

Self-exploration and career development - Choosing careers based on talents

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

- Choose a career based on talents and abilities
- Explain steps for choosing a career
- Value the importance of matching career to talents

- Study steps for choosing a career
- Assess personal skills and interests
- Choose a career based on personal talents and abilities
- Make presentations on career choices
- Complete crossword puzzle on careers

How can you choose a career based on your talents?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 38
- Career assessment tools
- Digital devices
- Crossword puzzles
- Presentation materials
- Career guides

- Presentations - Written tests - Oral questions - Self-assessment - Portfolio

Foundations of Pre-Technical Studies
Communication in Pre-Technical Studies

Self-exploration and career development - Review and consolidation
Oblique projection - Characteristics of oblique drawings

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

- Explain ways of nurturing talents and career pathways
- Analyse ethical practices in career development
- Make informed career choices based on talents

- Review key concepts on self-exploration and career development
- Complete word search activity on careers
- Discuss personal career choices
- Reflect on learning progress

Why is self-exploration important for career development?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 38
- Assessment tools
- Self-reflection checklist
- Word search puzzles
- Digital resources
- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 53
- Drawing instruments
- Digital devices
- Examples of oblique drawings
- Charts showing oblique characteristics

- Written tests - Oral questions - Self-reflection - Portfolio assessment

Communication in Pre-Technical Studies

Oblique projection - Characteristics of oblique drawings

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

- Distinguish between cabinet and cavalier projection
- Explain features of oblique drawings
- Appreciate the use of oblique projection

- Discuss features of oblique drawings (vertical lines, horizontal lines, receding lines at 45°)
- Study differences between cabinet and cavalier projection
- Observe oblique drawings to understand their characteristics
- Practice identifying oblique drawings

How do oblique drawings show three-dimensional views?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 53
- Examples of cabinet and cavalier projections
- Drawing paper
- Digital devices
- Reference materials

- Written tests - Oral questions - Observation - Practical work

Communication in Pre-Technical Studies

Oblique projection - Sketching given drawings

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

- Sketch simple objects in oblique projection without instruments
- Follow steps for sketching oblique drawings
- Show interest in sketching oblique drawings

- Study steps for drawing a cube in oblique projection
- Sketch drawings in oblique projection using squared paper
- Practice sketching without using instruments
- Draw front face and receding lines at 45°

How are oblique drawings sketched without instruments?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 53
- Squared paper
- Pencils (HB, 2H)
- Plain paper
- Examples of oblique sketches

- Practical work - Observation - Checklist - Portfolio assessment

Communication in Pre-Technical Studies

Oblique projection - Sketching given drawings
Oblique projection - Sketching practice

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

- Sketch shaped blocks in oblique projection
- Apply proportionality and neatness in sketching
- Value accuracy in technical drawing

- Follow steps to sketch various shaped blocks
- Practice sketching on squared paper
- Maintain proportionality in sketches
- Join endpoints of receding lines correctly

How can shaped blocks be sketched in oblique projection?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 53
- Squared paper
- Plain paper
- Pencils
- Examples of shaped blocks
- Sample drawings

- Practical work - Observation - Oral questions - Portfolio

Communication in Pre-Technical Studies

Oblique projection - Drawing with instruments

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

- Draw shaped blocks using geometrical instruments
- Use 45° set square correctly
- Appreciate the importance of accurate drawing

- Study steps for drawing a cuboid in oblique projection
- Use drawing instruments to draw the front face
- Draw receding lines at 45° using set square
- Practice drawing with correct dimensions

How are geometrical instruments used in oblique projection?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 53
- Drawing paper
- 45° set square
- Ruler
- HB and 2H pencils
- Pair of compasses

- Practical work - Observation - Checklist - Assessment rubrics

Communication in Pre-Technical Studies

Oblique projection - Drawing shaped blocks
Oblique projection - Drawing practice

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

- Draw complex shaped blocks in cabinet projection
- Apply correct measurements and dimensions
- Show attention to detail in technical drawing

- Draw front face of shaped block with accurate dimensions
- Draw receding lines at half length for cabinet projection
- Join endpoints correctly to complete the drawing
- Include dimensions on the drawing

How are complex shaped blocks drawn in oblique projection?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 53
- Drawing paper
- Geometrical set (45° set square, ruler, compasses)
- HB and 2H pencils
- Complete geometrical set
- Pencils (HB, 2H)
- Examples of complex shaped blocks

- Practical work - Observation - Assessment rubrics - Portfolio

Communication in Pre-Technical Studies

Oblique projection - Drawing practice

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

- Draw dimensioned oblique drawings
- Apply proper line work techniques
- Show competence in using drawing instruments

- Practice drawing various shaped blocks from given dimensions
- Include all dimensions on completed drawings
- Use correct line weight and quality
- Display completed drawings for feedback

How are dimensions included on oblique drawings?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 53
- Drawing paper
- Complete geometrical set
- Drawing board
- Pencils

- Practical work - Assessment rubrics - Peer assessment - Portfolio

Communication in Pre-Technical Studies

Oblique projection - Applications in technical communication
Oblique projection - Applications and practice

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

- Explain applications of oblique projection in technical fields
- Identify uses of oblique drawings in different professions
- Appreciate the importance of oblique projection

- Study pictures showing applications of oblique projection
- Discuss how oblique drawings are used in carpentry and other trades
- Brainstorm on applications in technical communication
- Walk around locality to observe use of oblique drawings

How are oblique drawings used in technical fields?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 53
- Pictures of technical drawings
- Digital devices
- Examples from carpentry and construction
- Reference materials
- Drawing paper
- Drawing instruments
- Sample objects

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests - Field notes

Communication in Pre-Technical Studies

Oblique projection - Assessment and review

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

- Draw shaped blocks in oblique projection accurately
- Apply characteristics of oblique drawings
- Demonstrate competence in technical drawing

- Complete practical assessment on oblique projection
- Draw given shaped blocks with accurate dimensions
- Include proper line work and dimensioning
- Reflect on learning progress

How well can you draw in oblique projection?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 53
- Drawing paper
- Complete geometrical set
- Assessment rubrics
- Self-reflection checklist

- Practical assessment - Portfolio review - Self-reflection - Written tests

Communication in Pre-Technical Studies
Materials for Production

Oblique projection - Consolidation
Wood - Classification according to physical characteristics

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

- Explain characteristics and applications of oblique projection
- Draw various shaped blocks accurately
- Value the role of oblique projection in technical fields

- Review key concepts on oblique projection
- Complete assessment activities
- Display portfolio of oblique drawings
- Discuss real-world applications

Why is oblique projection important in technical communication?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 53
- Portfolio of drawings
- Assessment tools
- Digital devices
- Reference materials
- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 83
- Wood samples
- Checklist
- Pictures of trees

- Written tests - Portfolio assessment - Oral questions - Self-assessment

Materials for Production

Wood - Classification and characteristics

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

- Explain characteristics of softwood and hardwood
- Give examples of softwood and hardwood trees
- Appreciate the diversity of wood types

- Discuss physical characteristics of softwood (narrow leaves, light bark, evergreen)
- Discuss physical characteristics of hardwood (broad leaves, dark bark, deciduous)
- Give examples of each type
- Create comparison chart

How do softwood and hardwood differ?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 83
- Wood samples
- Pictures of trees
- Comparison chart
- Reference materials

- Written tests - Oral questions - Charts - Observation

Materials for Production

Wood - Preparation: Conversion

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

- Explain the meaning of wood conversion
- Describe methods of wood conversion
- Show interest in wood preparation processes

- Visit a sawmill to observe wood conversion process
- Discuss the process of converting logs into timber
- Use print or digital media to search for conversion methods
- Study plain sawing and quarter sawing methods

Why are logs converted into timber?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 83
- Digital devices
- Pictures of sawmills
- Diagrams showing conversion methods
- Video clips

- Observation - Oral questions - Field notes - Written assignments

Materials for Production

Wood - Preparation: Conversion methods
Wood - Preparation: Seasoning

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

- Distinguish between plain sawing and quarter sawing
- Draw diagrams of conversion methods
- Value different wood preparation techniques

- Study diagrams of plain sawing method
- Study diagrams of quarter sawing method
- Discuss advantages of each method
- Draw images representing each conversion method

What are the methods of wood conversion?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 83
- Drawing paper
- Diagrams of conversion
- Wood samples showing different cuts
- Reference materials
- Pictures of air seasoning
- Pictures of kiln
- Digital devices
- Video clips

- Practical work - Drawings - Oral questions - Written tests

Materials for Production

Wood - Preparation: Seasoning methods

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

- Compare natural and artificial seasoning
- Explain why wood needs to be seasoned
- Show understanding of wood preparation

- Discuss advantages of each seasoning method
- Learn how moisture is reduced in timber
- Study differences between air and kiln seasoning
- Visit relevant work environment to observe seasoning

Why is it necessary to season wood?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 83
- Comparison chart
- Digital devices
- Pictures of seasoning facilities
- Reference materials

- Written tests - Oral questions - Field observation - Charts

Materials for Production

Wood - Types and their uses
Wood - Uses in various trades

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

- Relate types of wood to their uses
- Explain uses of wood in different trades
- Value the importance of wood

- Brainstorm on uses of wood in the community
- Match wood types to their uses
- Study pictures showing items made of wood
- Discuss best wood types for different purposes

What are the uses of wood in the community?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 83
- Pictures of wood products
- Wood samples
- Matching activity cards
- Reference materials
- Digital devices
- Manila paper
- Pictures from magazines
- Glue and scissors

- Oral questions - Written tests - Matching activity - Observation

Materials for Production

Wood - Importance in daily life

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

- Explain importance of wood in daily life
- Discuss wood as renewable resource
- Show commitment to environmental conservation

- Name wooden items in environment
- Discuss importance of wood (fuel source, building material, decoration)
- Learn about carbon storage in wood
- Discuss sustainable use of wood

Why is wood important in our daily life?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 83
- Wooden items
- Digital devices
- Environmental conservation posters
- Reference materials

- Oral questions - Written tests - Discussions - Environmental awareness

Materials for Production

Wood - Review and assessment
Handling waste materials - Waste materials in the environment

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

- Classify wood and explain preparation methods
- Relate wood types to their uses
- Demonstrate understanding of wood as material

- Complete crossword puzzle on wood
- Review key concepts on wood
- Discuss case scenarios on wood selection
- Reflect on learning progress

How is wood classified, prepared and used?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 83
- Crossword puzzles
- Assessment tools
- Self-reflection checklist
- Wood samples
- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 93
- Pictures of waste materials
- Garbage bags
- Gloves
- Digital devices

- Written tests - Crossword completion - Self-reflection - Portfolio assessment

Materials for Production

Handling waste materials - Types of waste

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

- Describe plastic, wood, glass, metal, electronic and construction waste
- Explain characteristics of each waste type
- Appreciate the need for proper waste management

- Identify waste materials in pictures (plastic, glass, metal, wood, electronic, construction)
- Discuss characteristics of each waste type
- Mention areas where each waste type is found
- Group waste materials by type

What are the types of waste materials?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 93
- Samples of waste materials
- Classification chart
- Digital devices
- Pictures

- Oral questions - Classification activity - Written tests - Observation

Materials for Production

Handling waste materials - Safe ways of handling
Handling waste materials - Reusing and recycling

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

- Describe safe ways of handling waste materials
- Explain reusing, recycling and composting
- Show commitment to proper waste handling

- Use print or digital media to search for safe handling methods
- Discuss safe ways of handling waste (reduce, reuse, recycle, compost, burn)
- Study pictures showing waste handling methods
- Read instructions on handling hazardous waste

How should waste materials be handled safely?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 93
- Digital devices
- Pictures showing waste handling
- Safety equipment
- Reference materials
- Reusable waste items
- Recycled products
- Sorting bins
- Pictures

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments - Discussions

Materials for Production

Handling waste materials - Composting, burning and reducing

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

- Explain composting organic waste
- Describe proper burning of waste
- Show understanding of waste reduction

- Learn about composting wood and organic waste into fertilizer
- Discuss safe burning of waste at high temperatures
- Discuss reducing waste by using resources efficiently
- Visit locality to observe waste handling practices

What are other methods of handling waste?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 93
- Compost bin
- Pictures of waste disposal
- Digital devices
- Safety equipment

- Observation - Oral questions - Field notes - Written tests

Materials for Production

Handling waste materials - Disposing waste safely

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

- Practice safe disposal of waste materials
- Use appropriate personal protective equipment
- Value cleanliness and environmental health

- Collect waste materials from school compound wearing PPE
- Sort waste appropriately
- Dispose waste properly under teacher guidance
- Wash hands thoroughly after activity

How do you safely dispose of waste materials?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 93
- Personal protective equipment (gloves, masks, boots)
- Garbage bags/containers
- Soap and water
- Sorting bins

- Practical work - Observation - Checklist - Safety compliance

Materials for Production

Handling waste materials - Need for proper handling
Handling waste materials - Review and assessment

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

- Explain importance of proper waste disposal
- Discuss benefits of waste management
- Embrace environmental responsibility

- Visit locality to learn about importance of waste management
- Discuss how proper disposal prevents contamination
- Learn about recycling reducing need for raw materials
- Discuss health benefits of proper waste management

Why is proper handling of waste materials important?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 93
- Digital devices
- Pictures showing clean environments
- Reference materials
- Community visit notes
- Assessment tools
- Self-reflection checklist
- Case study materials
- Waste samples

- Oral questions - Written tests - Discussions - Field observations

Entrepreneurship

Financial services - Financial institutions in Kenya

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

- Identify financial institutions available in Kenya
- Give examples of financial institutions
- Show interest in financial services

- Study diagram showing types of financial institutions
- Identify examples of each type
- Name financial institutions in locality
- Use print or digital media to search for information

What are financial institutions?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 160
- Digital devices
- Pictures of banks and SACCOs
- Financial institution brochures
- Reference materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments - List completion

Entrepreneurship

Financial services - Classification of financial institutions
Financial services - Services offered
Financial services - Services by other institutions

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

- Classify financial institutions as banking or non-banking
- Explain differences between classifications
- Appreciate financial sector organization

- Study learner's presentation on classification
- Discuss banking financial institutions
- Discuss non-banking financial institutions
- Complete table describing each classification

How are financial institutions classified in Kenya?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 160
- Classification chart
- Examples of institutions
- Digital devices
- Comparison table
- Case study materials
- Bank brochures
- Reference materials
- Presentation materials
- Service comparison chart
- Manila paper

- Written tests - Table completion - Oral questions - Discussions