Numbers

Integers - Addition of positive integers to positive integers
Integers - Addition of negative integers to negative integers

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

- Define integers and identify positive integers
- Add positive integers to positive integers
- Show interest in learning about integers

- Use number cards with positive signs to demonstrate addition of integers
- Draw tables and arrange cards to work out addition
- Discuss real-life scenarios involving addition of positive integers
- Use counters to visualize addition operations

How do we add positive integers in real-life situations?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 1
- Number cards
- Counters with positive signs
- Charts
- Number lines
- Number cards with negative signs
- Thermometers

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Numbers

Integers - Addition of negative to positive integers and subtraction of integers
Integers - Multiplication and division of integers
Integers - Combined operations on integers and applications
Cubes and Cube Roots - Cubes of numbers by multiplication

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

- Explain addition of integers with different signs
- Add and subtract integers in different situations
- Show interest in integer operations

- Pair positive and negative cards to demonstrate addition
- Work out subtraction using number lines and counters
- Discuss and solve problems involving electricity meters and temperature changes
- Use IT devices to explore integer operations

How do we work with integers of different signs?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 1
- Counters
- Number lines
- Digital devices
- Internet access
- Drawing materials
- Charts showing triangles
- Number cards
- Reference books
- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 12
- Dice or cubes
- Charts

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Numbers

Cubes and Cube Roots - Cubes of numbers from mathematical tables
Cubes and Cube Roots - Cube roots by factor method
Cubes and Cube Roots - Cube roots from mathematical tables
Cubes and Cube Roots - Using calculators and real-life applications

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

- Explain how to read mathematical tables for cubes
- Determine cubes of numbers from mathematical tables
- Appreciate the use of mathematical tables

- Study the table of cubes and compare with squares tables
- Locate numbers in rows and columns to read cubes
- Express numbers in the form A × 10ⁿ where needed
- Use the ADD column for more accurate values

How do we use mathematical tables to find cubes of numbers?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 12
- Mathematical tables
- Calculators
- Charts showing sample tables
- Number cards
- Charts
- Factor trees diagrams
- Reference books
- Digital devices
- Models of cubes
- Internet access

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Numbers

Indices and Logarithms - Expressing numbers in index form
Indices and Logarithms - Multiplication and division laws of indices

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

- Define base and index
- Express numbers in index form using prime factors
- Appreciate the use of index notation

- Use factor trees to express numbers as products of prime factors
- Count the number of times each prime factor appears
- Express numbers in the form xⁿ where x is the base and n is the index
- Solve for unknown bases or indices

How do we express numbers in powers?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 24
- Number cards
- Factor tree charts
- Drawing materials
- Charts
- Mathematical tables

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Numbers

Indices and Logarithms - Power law and zero indices
Indices and Logarithms - Negative and fractional indices

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

- Explain the power law for indices
- Apply the power law and zero indices to simplify expressions
- Appreciate the patterns in indices

- Work with indices in brackets and multiply the powers
- Use factor method and division law to discover zero indices
- Use calculators to verify that any number to power zero equals 1
- Simplify expressions combining different laws

Why does any number to power zero equal one?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 24
- Calculators
- Charts
- Reference books
- Mathematical tables

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Numbers

Indices and Logarithms - Applications of laws of indices
Indices and Logarithms - Powers of 10 and common logarithms

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

- Identify equations involving indices
- Solve equations and simultaneous equations with indices
- Appreciate the importance of indices

- Solve for unknowns by equating indices
- Work out simultaneous equations involving indices
- Discuss real-life applications of indices
- Use IT devices to explore more on indices

How do we use indices to solve equations?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 24
- Digital devices
- Internet access
- Mathematical tables
- Reference books
- Charts

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Numbers

Compound Proportions and Rates of Work - Dividing quantities into proportional parts
Compound Proportions and Rates of Work - Dividing quantities into proportional parts (continued)
Compound Proportions and Rates of Work - Relating different ratios

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

- Define proportion and proportional parts
- Divide quantities into proportional parts accurately
- Appreciate fair sharing of resources

- Discuss the concept of proportion and proportional parts
- Calculate total number of proportional parts
- Share quantities in given ratios
- Solve problems involving sharing profits, land, and resources

What are proportions and how do we share quantities fairly?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 33
- Number cards
- Charts
- Reference materials
- Calculators
- Real objects for sharing
- Number lines
- Drawing materials
- Reference books

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Numbers

Compound Proportions and Rates of Work - Continuous proportion
Compound Proportions and Rates of Work - Working out compound proportions using ratio method

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

- Define continuous proportion
- Determine missing values in continuous proportions
- Show interest in proportional patterns

- Work with four numbers in continuous proportion
- Use the relationship a:b = c:d to solve problems
- Find unknown values in proportional sequences
- Apply continuous proportion to harvest and measurement problems

How do we work with continuous proportions?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 33
- Number cards
- Charts
- Calculators
- Pictures and photos
- Measuring tools

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests

Numbers

Compound Proportions and Rates of Work - Compound proportions (continued)
Compound Proportions and Rates of Work - Introduction to rates of work

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

- Identify compound proportion problems
- Solve various compound proportion problems
- Show accuracy in calculations

- Work out dimensions of similar rectangles
- Calculate materials needed in construction maintaining ratios
- Solve problems on imports, school enrollment, and harvests
- Discuss consumer awareness in proportional buying

How do we maintain constant ratios in different situations?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 33
- Rectangles and shapes
- Calculators
- Reference materials
- Stopwatch or timer
- Classroom furniture
- Charts

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests

Numbers

Compound Proportions and Rates of Work - Calculating rates of work with two variables
Compound Proportions and Rates of Work - Rates of work with three variables

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

- Identify increasing and decreasing ratios
- Calculate workers needed for specific time periods
- Show systematic problem-solving skills

- Solve problems involving men and days
- Determine when to use increasing and decreasing ratios
- Calculate additional workers needed
- Practice with work completion scenarios

How do we calculate the number of workers needed to complete work in a given time?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 33
- Charts showing worker-day relationships
- Calculators
- Reference books
- Charts
- Real-world work scenarios

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests

Numbers

Compound Proportions and Rates of Work - More rate of work problems
Compound Proportions and Rates of Work - Applications of rates of work
Compound Proportions and Rates of Work - Using IT and comprehensive applications

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

- Identify different types of rate problems
- Determine resources needed for various tasks
- Appreciate practical applications of mathematics

- Calculate tractors needed for field cultivation
- Determine teachers required for lesson allocation
- Work out lorries needed for transportation
- Solve water pump flow rate problems

How do we apply rates of work to different real-life situations?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 33
- Calculators
- Charts showing different scenarios
- Reference materials
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Reference books
- Internet access
- Educational games

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests

Algebra

Matrices - Identifying a matrix
Matrices - Determining the order of a matrix

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

- Define a matrix and identify rows and columns
- Identify matrices in different situations
- Appreciate the organization of items in rows and columns

- Discuss how items are organised on supermarket shelves
- Observe sitting arrangements of learners in the classroom
- Study tables showing football league standings and calendars
- Identify rows and columns in different arrangements

How do we organize items in rows and columns in real life?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 42
- Charts showing matrices
- Calendar samples
- Tables and schedules
- Mathematical tables
- Charts showing different matrix types
- Digital devices

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Algebra

Matrices - Determining the position of items in a matrix
Matrices - Position of items and equal matrices

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

- Explain how to identify position of elements in a matrix
- Determine the position of items in terms of rows and columns
- Show accuracy in identifying matrix elements

- Study classroom sitting arrangements in matrix form
- Describe positions using row and column notation
- Identify elements using subscript notation
- Work with calendars and football league tables

How do we locate specific items in a matrix?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 42
- Classroom seating charts
- Calendar samples
- Football league tables
- Number cards
- Matrix charts
- Real objects arranged in matrices

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Algebra

Matrices - Determining compatibility for addition and subtraction
Matrices - Addition of matrices
Matrices - Subtraction of matrices

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

- Define compatible matrices
- Determine compatibility of matrices for addition and subtraction
- Show understanding of matrix order requirements

- Study classroom stream arrangements with same sitting positions
- Compare orders of different matrices
- Identify matrices that can be added or subtracted
- Determine which matrices have the same order

When can we add or subtract matrices?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 42
- Charts showing matrix orders
- Classroom arrangement diagrams
- Reference materials
- Number cards with matrices
- Charts
- Calculators
- Number cards
- Matrix charts
- Reference books

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Algebra

Matrices - Combined operations and applications
Equations of a Straight Line - Identifying the gradient in real life

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

- Identify combined operations on matrices
- Perform combined addition and subtraction of matrices
- Appreciate applications of matrices in real life

- Work out expressions like A + B - C and A - (B + C)
- Apply matrices to basketball scores, shop sales, and stock records
- Solve real-life problems using matrix operations
- Visit supermarkets to observe item arrangements

How do we use matrices to solve real-life problems?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 42
- Digital devices
- Real-world data tables
- Reference materials
- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 57
- Pictures showing slopes
- Internet access
- Charts

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests - Project work

Algebra

Equations of a Straight Line - Gradient as ratio of rise to run
Equations of a Straight Line - Determining gradient from two known points

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

- Define rise and run in relation to gradient
- Calculate gradient as ratio of vertical to horizontal distance
- Show understanding of positive and negative gradients

- Identify vertical distance (rise) and horizontal distance (run)
- Work out gradient using the formula gradient = rise/run
- Use adjustable ladders to demonstrate different gradients
- Complete tables showing different ladder positions

How do we calculate the slope or gradient?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 57
- Ladders or models
- Measuring tools
- Charts
- Reference books
- Graph paper
- Rulers
- Plotting tools
- Digital devices

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests

Algebra

Equations of a Straight Line - Types of gradients
Equations of a Straight Line - Equation given two points

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

- Identify the four types of gradients
- Distinguish between positive, negative, zero and undefined gradients
- Show interest in gradient patterns

- Study lines with positive gradients (rising from left to right)
- Study lines with negative gradients (falling from left to right)
- Identify horizontal lines with zero gradient
- Identify vertical lines with undefined gradient

What are the different types of gradients?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 57
- Graph paper
- Charts showing gradient types
- Digital devices
- Internet access
- Number cards
- Charts
- Reference books

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests

Algebra

Equations of a Straight Line - More practice on equations from two points
Equations of a Straight Line - Equation from a point and gradient
Equations of a Straight Line - Applications of point-gradient method

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

- Identify the steps in finding equations from coordinates
- Work out equations of lines passing through two points
- Appreciate the application to geometric shapes

- Find equations of lines through various point pairs
- Determine equations of sides of triangles and parallelograms
- Practice with different types of coordinate pairs
- Verify equations by substitution

How do we apply equations of lines to geometric shapes?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 57
- Graph paper
- Plotting tools
- Geometric shapes
- Calculators
- Number cards
- Charts
- Reference materials
- Reference books

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests

Algebra

Equations of a Straight Line - Expressing in the form y = mx + c
Equations of a Straight Line - More practice on y = mx + c form

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

- Define the standard form y = mx + c
- Express linear equations in the form y = mx + c
- Show understanding of equation transformation

- Identify the term with y in given equations
- Take all other terms to the right hand side
- Divide by the coefficient of y to make it equal to 1
- Rewrite equations in standard form

How do we write equations in the form y = mx + c?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 57
- Number cards
- Charts
- Calculators
- Reference materials
- Graph paper
- Reference books

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Algebra

Equations of a Straight Line - Interpreting y = mx + c
Equations of a Straight Line - Finding gradient and y-intercept from equations

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

- Define m and c in the equation y = mx + c
- Interpret the values of m and c from equations
- Show understanding of gradient and y-intercept

- Draw lines on graph paper and work out their gradients
- Determine equations and express in y = mx + c form
- Compare coefficient of x with calculated gradient
- Identify the y-intercept as the constant c

What do m and c represent in the equation y = mx + c?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 57
- Graph paper
- Plotting tools
- Charts
- Digital devices
- Charts with tables
- Calculators
- Reference materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Algebra

Equations of a Straight Line - Determining x-intercepts
Equations of a Straight Line - Determining y-intercepts

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

- Define x-intercept of a line
- Determine x-intercepts from equations
- Show understanding that y = 0 at x-intercept

- Observe where lines cross the x-axis on graphs
- Note that y-coordinate is 0 at x-intercept
- Substitute y = 0 in equations to find x-intercept
- Work out x-intercepts from various equations

What is the x-intercept and how do we find it?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 57
- Graph paper
- Plotting tools
- Charts
- Reference books
- Calculators

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Algebra

Equations of a Straight Line - Finding equations from intercepts
Linear Inequalities - Solving linear inequalities in one unknown
Linear Inequalities - Multiplication and division by negative numbers

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

- Explain how to find equations from x and y intercepts
- Determine equations given both intercepts
- Appreciate the use of intercepts as two points

- Use x-intercept and y-intercept as two points on the line
- Write coordinates as (x-intercept, 0) and (0, y-intercept)
- Calculate gradient from these two points
- Use point-gradient method to find equation

How do we find the equation from the intercepts?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 57
- Graph paper
- Number cards
- Charts
- Reference materials
- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 72
- Number lines
- Reference books
- Calculators

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Algebra

Linear Inequalities - Graphical representation in one unknown
Linear Inequalities - Linear inequalities in two unknowns

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

- Explain how to represent inequalities graphically
- Represent linear inequalities in one unknown on graphs
- Show understanding of continuous and dotted lines

- Change inequality to equation by replacing inequality sign
- Draw boundary line (continuous for ≤ or ≥, dotted for < or >)
- Choose test points to identify wanted and unwanted regions
- Shade the unwanted region

How do we represent inequalities on a graph?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 72
- Graph paper
- Rulers
- Plotting tools
- Charts
- Tables for values
- Calculators

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests

Algebra

Linear Inequalities - Graphical representation in two unknowns
Linear Inequalities - Applications to real-life situations

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

- Explain the steps for graphing two-variable inequalities
- Represent linear inequalities in two unknowns graphically
- Show accuracy in identifying solution regions

- Draw graphs for inequalities like 3x + 5y ≤ 15
- Use continuous or dotted lines appropriately
- Select test points to verify wanted region
- Shade unwanted regions correctly

How do we represent two-variable inequalities on graphs?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 72
- Graph paper
- Rulers and plotting tools
- Digital devices
- Reference materials
- Real-world scenarios
- Charts

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests

Measurements

Area - Area of a pentagon
Area - Area of a hexagon

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

- Define a regular pentagon
- Draw a regular pentagon and divide it into triangles
- Calculate the area of a regular pentagon

- Draw a regular pentagon of sides 4 cm using protractor (108° angles)
- Join vertices to the centre to form triangles
- Determine the height of one triangle
- Calculate area of one triangle then multiply by number of triangles
- Use alternative formula: ½ × perimeter × perpendicular height

How do we find the area of a pentagon?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 85
- Rulers and protractors
- Compasses
- Graph paper
- Charts showing pentagons
- Compasses and rulers
- Protractors
- Manila paper
- Digital devices

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Measurements

Area - Surface area of triangular prisms
Area - Surface area of rectangular prisms
Area - Surface area of pyramids

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

- Identify triangular prisms
- Sketch nets of triangular prisms
- Calculate surface area of triangular prisms

- Identify differences between triangular and rectangular prisms
- Sketch nets of triangular prisms
- Identify all faces from the net
- Calculate area of each face
- Add all areas to get total surface area

How do we find the surface area of a triangular prism?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 85
- Models of prisms
- Graph paper
- Rulers
- Reference materials
- Cuboid models
- Manila paper
- Scissors
- Calculators
- Sticks/straws
- Protractors
- Reference books

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Measurements

Area - Surface area of square and rectangular pyramids
Area - Area of sectors of circles

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

- Distinguish between square and rectangular based pyramids
- Apply Pythagoras theorem to find heights
- Calculate surface area of square and rectangular pyramids

- Sketch nets of square and rectangular pyramids
- Use Pythagoras theorem to find perpendicular heights
- Calculate area of base
- Calculate area of each triangular face
- Apply formula: Base area + sum of triangular faces

How do we calculate surface area of different pyramids?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 85
- Graph paper
- Calculators
- Pyramid models
- Charts
- Compasses and rulers
- Protractors
- Digital devices
- Internet access

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests

Measurements

Area - Area of segments of circles
Area - Surface area of cones

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

- Define a segment of a circle
- Distinguish between major and minor segments
- Calculate area of segments

- Draw a circle and mark two points on circumference
- Join points with a chord to form segments
- Calculate area of sector
- Calculate area of triangle
- Apply formula: Area of segment = Area of sector - Area of triangle
- Calculate area of major segments

How do we calculate the area of a segment?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 85
- Compasses
- Rulers
- Calculators
- Graph paper
- Manila paper
- Scissors
- Compasses and rulers
- Reference materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests

Measurements

Area - Surface area of spheres and hemispheres
Volume - Volume of triangular prisms

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

- Define a sphere and hemisphere
- Derive the formula for surface area of a sphere
- Calculate surface area of spheres and hemispheres

- Get a spherical ball and rectangular paper
- Cover ball with paper to form open cylinder
- Measure diameter and compare to height
- Derive formula: 4πr²
- Calculate surface area of hemispheres: 3πr²
- Solve real-life problems

How do we calculate the surface area of a sphere?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 85
- Spherical balls
- Rectangular paper
- Rulers
- Calculators
- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 102
- Straws and paper
- Sand or soil
- Measuring tools
- Reference books

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests

Measurements

Volume - Volume of rectangular prisms
Volume - Volume of square-based pyramids
Volume - Volume of rectangular-based pyramids

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

- Identify rectangular prisms (cuboids)
- Apply the volume formula for cuboids
- Solve problems involving rectangular prisms

- Identify that cuboids are prisms with rectangular cross-section
- Apply formula: V = l × w × h
- Calculate volumes with different measurements
- Solve real-life problems (water tanks, dump trucks)
- Convert between cubic units

How do we calculate the volume of a cuboid?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 102
- Cuboid models
- Calculators
- Charts
- Reference materials
- Modeling materials
- Soil or sand
- Rulers
- Pyramid models
- Graph paper
- Reference books

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests

Measurements

Volume - Volume of triangular-based pyramids
Volume - Introduction to volume of cones

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

- Calculate area of triangular bases
- Apply Pythagoras theorem where necessary
- Calculate volume of triangular-based pyramids

- Calculate area of triangular base (using ½bh)
- For equilateral triangles, use Pythagoras to find height
- Apply formula: V = ⅓ × (½bh) × H
- Solve problems with different triangular bases

How do we find volume of triangular pyramids?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 102
- Triangular pyramid models
- Rulers
- Calculators
- Charts
- Cone and cylinder models
- Water
- Digital devices
- Internet access

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Measurements

Volume - Calculating volume of cones
Volume - Volume of frustums of pyramids

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

- Apply the cone volume formula
- Use Pythagoras theorem to find missing dimensions
- Calculate volumes of cones with different measurements

- Apply formula: V = ⅓πr²h
- Use Pythagoras to find radius when given slant height
- Use Pythagoras to find height when given slant height
- Solve practical problems (birthday caps, funnels)

How do we calculate the volume of a cone?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 102
- Cone models
- Calculators
- Graph paper
- Reference materials
- Pyramid models
- Cutting tools
- Rulers

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Measurements

Volume - Volume of frustums of cones
Volume - Volume of spheres
Volume - Volume of hemispheres and applications

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

- Identify frustums of cones
- Apply the frustum concept to cones
- Calculate volume of frustums of cones

- Identify frustums with circular bases
- Calculate volume of original cone
- Calculate volume of small cone cut off
- Subtract to get volume of frustum
- Solve real-life problems (lampshades, buckets)

How do we calculate the volume of a frustum of a cone?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 102
- Cone models
- Frustum examples
- Calculators
- Reference books
- Hollow spheres
- Water or soil
- Hemisphere models
- Real objects
- Reference materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Measurements

Mass, Volume, Weight and Density - Conversion of units of mass
Mass, Volume, Weight and Density - More practice on mass conversions

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

- Define mass and state its SI unit
- Identify different units of mass
- Convert between different units of mass

- Use balance to measure mass of objects
- Record masses in grams
- Study conversion table for mass units
- Convert between kg, g, mg, tonnes, etc.
- Apply conversions to real situations

How do we convert between different units of mass?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 111
- Weighing balances
- Various objects
- Conversion charts
- Calculators
- Conversion tables
- Real-world examples
- Reference books

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests

Measurements

Mass, Volume, Weight and Density - Relationship between mass and weight
Mass, Volume, Weight and Density - Calculating mass and gravity

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

- Define weight and state its SI unit
- Distinguish between mass and weight
- Calculate weight from mass using gravity

- Study spring balance showing both mass and weight
- Observe relationship: 1 kg = 10 N
- Apply formula: Weight = mass × gravity
- Calculate weights of various objects
- Understand that mass is constant but weight varies

What is the difference between mass and weight?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 111
- Spring balances
- Various objects
- Charts
- Calculators
- Charts showing planetary data
- Reference materials
- Digital devices

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests

Measurements

Mass, Volume, Weight and Density - Introduction to density
Mass, Volume, Weight and Density - Calculating density, mass and volume

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

- Define density
- State units of density
- Relate mass, volume and density

- Weigh empty container
- Measure volume of water using measuring cylinder
- Weigh container with water
- Calculate mass of water
- Divide mass by volume to get density
- Apply formula: Density = Mass/Volume

What is density?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 111
- Weighing balances
- Measuring cylinders
- Water
- Containers
- Calculators
- Charts with formulas
- Various solid objects
- Reference books

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests

Measurements

Mass, Volume, Weight and Density - Applications of density
Time, Distance and Speed - Working out speed in km/h and m/s
Time, Distance and Speed - Calculating distance and time from speed

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

- Apply density to identify materials
- Determine if objects will float or sink
- Solve real-life problems using density

- Compare calculated density with known values
- Identify minerals (e.g., diamond) using density
- Determine if objects float (density < 1 g/cm³)
- Apply to quality control (milk, water)
- Solve problems involving balloons, anchors

How is density used in real life?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 111
- Density tables
- Calculators
- Real-world scenarios
- Reference materials
- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 117
- Stopwatches
- Tape measures
- Open field
- Conversion charts
- Formula charts
- Real-world examples

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests

Measurements

Time, Distance and Speed - Working out average speed
Time, Distance and Speed - Determining velocity

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

- Define average speed
- Calculate average speed for journeys with varying speeds
- Distinguish between speed and average speed
- Solve multi-stage journey problems

- Identify two points with a midpoint
- Run from start to midpoint, walk from midpoint to end
- Calculate speed for each section
- Calculate total distance and total time
- Apply formula: Average speed = Total distance/Total time
- Solve problems on cyclists, buses, motorists
- Work with journeys having different speeds in different sections

What is average speed and how is it different from speed?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 117
- Field with marked points
- Stopwatches
- Calculators
- Reference books
- Diagrams showing direction
- Charts
- Reference materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Measurements

Time, Distance and Speed - Working out acceleration
Time, Distance and Speed - Deceleration and applications

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

- Define acceleration
- Calculate acceleration from velocity changes
- Apply acceleration formula
- State units of acceleration (m/s²)
- Identify situations involving acceleration

- Walk from one point then run to another point
- Calculate velocity for each section
- Find difference in velocities (change in velocity)
- Define acceleration as rate of change of velocity
- Apply formula: a = (v - u)/t where v=final velocity, u=initial velocity, t=time
- Calculate acceleration when starting from rest (u=0)
- Calculate acceleration with initial velocity
- State that acceleration is measured in m/s²
- Identify real-life examples of acceleration

What is acceleration and how do we calculate it?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 117
- Field for activity
- Stopwatches
- Measuring tools
- Calculators
- Formula charts
- Road safety materials
- Charts
- Reference materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Measurements

Time, Distance and Speed - Identifying longitudes on the globe
Time, Distance and Speed - Relating longitudes to time
Time, Distance and Speed - Calculating time differences between places
Time, Distance and Speed - Determining local time of places along different longitudes

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

- Identify longitudes on a globe
- Distinguish between latitudes and longitudes
- Use atlas to find longitudes of places
- State longitudes of various towns and cities

- Study globe showing longitudes and latitudes
- Identify that longitudes run North to South (meridians)
- Identify that latitudes run East to West
- Identify Greenwich Meridian (0°)
- Use atlas to find longitudes of various places
- Distinguish between East and West longitudes
- Find longitudes of towns in Kenya, Africa, and world map
- Identify islands at specific longitudes

What are longitudes and how do we identify them?

- Master Mathematics Grade 9 pg. 117
- Globes
- Atlases
- World maps
- Charts
- Time zone maps
- Calculators
- Digital devices
- Time zone charts
- Reference books
- Time zone references
- Real-world scenarios

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments