Tools and Production

Holding tools - Tools used in daily life
Holding tools - Selecting tools for tasks

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

- Identify holding tools used in daily life
- Describe uses of different holding tools
- Show interest in learning about tools

- Study pictures of holding tools (pliers, clamps, tongs, clips, vice)
- Use visual aids or real objects to identify holding tools
- Draw and name holding tools
- Mention where tools are found in locality

What are holding tools?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 113
- Actual holding tools
- Pictures of tools
- Drawing paper
- Digital devices
- Various holding tools
- Task cards
- Selection guide
- Reference materials

- Observation - Drawings - Oral questions - Written assignments

Tools and Production

Holding tools - Uses of holding tools

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

- Explain uses of pliers, clamps, tongs, clips and vice
- Demonstrate understanding of tool applications
- Appreciate the importance of holding tools

- Study pictures showing people using holding tools
- Discuss uses of different holding tools
- Watch video on use of holding tools
- Fill table matching tools to uses

What are the uses of different holding tools?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 113
- Holding tools
- Digital devices
- Video clips
- Matching activity materials

- Oral questions - Written tests - Matching activity - Video analysis

Tools and Production

Holding tools - Safe use of holding tools

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

- Describe safe use of holding tools
- Use personal protective equipment appropriately
- Value safety when using tools

- Search for information on safe use of holding tools
- Watch video on safe tool use
- Discuss safety measures when using holding tools
- Demonstrate safe use of different holding tools

How can holding tools be used safely?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 113
- Holding tools
- Personal protective equipment
- Digital devices
- Safety posters

- Observation - Practical demonstration - Oral questions - Checklist

Tools and Production

Holding tools - Practical use
Holding tools - Practical use continued

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

- Use clips to hold drawing paper
- Use pliers to hold and twist wire
- Show competence in using holding tools

- Practice using clips on drawing board
- Use pliers to twist wire into different shapes
- Use clamp to hold wood or metal on surface
- Perform tasks with appropriate holding tools

How do you use different holding tools?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 113
- Clips, pliers, clamps
- Drawing board, paper
- Wire, wood pieces
- Personal protective equipment
- Vice, tongs, spanners
- Wood pieces, nuts and bolts
- Drill (under supervision)
- PPE

- Practical work - Observation - Skills demonstration - Checklist

Tools and Production

Holding tools - Caring for holding tools

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

- Demonstrate care and maintenance of holding tools
- Clean and store tools properly
- Appreciate the need for tool maintenance

- Study pictures showing tool care and maintenance
- Dust off residue from tools
- Oil, grease or lubricate movable parts
- Tighten loose parts of tools

How should holding tools be cared for?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 113
- Holding tools
- Cleaning rags
- Oil/grease
- Storage containers

- Practical work - Observation - Checklist - Oral questions

Tools and Production

Holding tools - Importance and assessment
Driving tools - Tools used in daily life

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

- Explain importance of holding tools
- Complete word search on holding tools
- Demonstrate competence in tool use

- Discuss importance of holding tools in daily life
- Share experiences on using holding tools
- Complete word search activity
- Review key concepts and assess learning

Why are holding tools important?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 113
- Word search puzzles
- Assessment tools
- Holding tools for demonstration
- Self-reflection checklist
- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 133
- Actual driving tools
- Pictures of tools
- Digital devices
- Tool identification chart

- Written tests - Word search - Self-reflection - Practical assessment

Tools and Production

Driving tools - Selecting tools for tasks

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

- Select driving tools for performing given tasks
- Explain factors to consider when selecting tools
- Value appropriate tool selection

- Study flashcards with tasks requiring driving tools
- Choose appropriate driving tool for each task
- Give reasons for tool selection
- Discuss nature of task and user safety

How do you select the right driving tool?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 133
- Various driving tools
- Task flashcards
- Selection criteria guide
- Reference materials

- Oral questions - Written tests - Task analysis - Observation

Tools and Production

Driving tools - Uses of driving tools

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

- Explain uses of hammers, mallets and screwdrivers
- Describe when to use each tool
- Appreciate variety of driving tools

- Study pictures showing use of driving tools
- Discuss uses of hammers (driving nails, pulling nails)
- Discuss uses of mallets (driving wooden workpieces)
- Discuss uses of screwdrivers (loosening/tightening screws)

What are the uses of different driving tools?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 133
- Driving tools
- Pictures showing tool use
- Digital devices
- Video clips

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests - Table completion

Tools and Production

Driving tools - Uses continued
Driving tools - Safe use of driving tools

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

- Explain uses of punches and spanners
- Match tools to their uses
- Value proper tool application

- Discuss uses of punches (driving nails beyond surface)
- Discuss uses of spanners (loosening/tightening nuts and bolts)
- Watch videos on tool use
- Create table matching tools to uses

How are punches and spanners used?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 133
- Punches and spanners
- Digital devices
- Video tutorials
- Matching activity cards

- Oral questions - Written tests - Matching activity - Video analysis

Tools and Production

Driving tools - Practical use

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

- Use hammer to drive nails
- Use mallet to drive dowels
- Show competence in using driving tools

- Practice using hammer to repair furniture
- Use mallet to drive dowels into wood pieces
- Use mallet to drive chisel while making mortise
- Observe safety precautions

How do you use hammers and mallets?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 133
- Hammers, mallets
- Nails, dowels, chisels
- Wood pieces
- Personal protective equipment

- Practical work - Observation - Skills demonstration - Safety checklist

Tools and Production

Driving tools - Practical use continued
Driving tools - Caring for driving tools

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

- Use punch to make holes
- Use screwdriver to tighten screws
- Value precision in tool use

- Use punch to make holes in wood or metal
- Use screwdriver to tighten loose screws
- Use spanner to tighten bolts
- Identify tasks that require driving tools

How do you use punches, screwdrivers and spanners?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 133
- Punches, screwdrivers, spanners
- Screws, bolts, nuts
- Wood and metal pieces
- PPE
- Driving tools
- Cleaning materials
- Storage boxes
- Maintenance guide

- Practical work - Observation - Skills assessment - Checklist

Tools and Production

Driving tools - Importance and assessment

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

- Explain importance of driving tools
- Complete crossword puzzle on tools
- Demonstrate understanding of driving tools

- Discuss importance of driving tools in daily life
- Complete crossword puzzle activity
- Review key concepts on driving tools
- Reflect on learning progress

Why are driving tools important in daily life?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 133
- Crossword puzzles
- Assessment tools
- Self-reflection checklist
- Driving tools

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

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

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

- Written tests - Table completion - Oral questions - Discussions

Entrepreneurship

Financial services - Services by other institutions

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

- Explain services offered by insurance companies, micro-finance institutions and SACCOs
- Compare services of different institutions
- Appreciate diversity of financial services

- Discuss services offered by insurance companies
- Learn about micro-finance services
- Discuss SACCO services
- Create presentation on financial services

What services do different financial institutions offer?

- Spotlight Pre-Technical Studies Learner's Book Grade 9 pg. 160
- Digital devices
- Presentation materials
- Service comparison chart
- Manila paper

- Presentations - Written tests - Oral questions - Comparison charts