Measurements

Circles - Working out the circumference of a circle
Circles - Working out the circumference of circles in real life

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

-Work out the circumference of a circle
-Apply the formula for circumference in calculations
-Show interest in learning about circles

-Wrap a paper strip around a cylinder and mark the start and end points
-Measure the distance between the marked points
-Calculate circumference using the formula C = πd
-Solve real-life problems involving circumference

How do we determine the circumference of a circle?

-Oxford Active Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 102
-Circular objects
-Measuring tape or ruler
-Digital resources

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Circles - Working out the length of an arc

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

-Work out the length of an arc of a circle
-Apply the formula for arc length in calculations
-Show interest in arc lengths

-Draw a circle and cut it out
-Fold the cut-out into four equal parts
-Relate the arc length to the circumference
-Calculate arc length using the formula
-Use cut-outs to relate arc length to the circumference

How do we determine the length of an arc of a circle?

Oxford Active Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 104
-Paper
-Pair of compasses

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Circles - Working out the length of an arc in real life
Circles - Calculating the perimeter of a sector

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

-Apply knowledge of arc length in real-life contexts
-Calculate arc lengths in various scenarios
-Appreciate the use of arcs in daily life

-Calculate arc lengths for different angles
-Solve real-life problems involving arc lengths
-Discuss practical applications of arc lengths

How do we use arcs in real life situations?

- Oxford ActiveGrade 8 Mathematics pg. 107
-Circular objects
-Protractors
-Paper
-Pair of compasses
-Scissors

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Area - Calculating the area of a circle

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

-Calculate the area of a circle
-Apply the formula for area of a circle
-Value the importance of circular areas

-Draw a circle on a graph paper
-Estimate its area by counting squares
-Calculate area using the formula A = πr²
-Compare the estimated and calculated areas

How do we use area in real life situations?

-Oxford Active Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 109
-Graph paper
-Pair of compasses

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Area - Working out the area of a circle in real life
Area - Working out the area of a sector

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

-Apply knowledge of circular area in real-life contexts
-Calculate areas of circular objects
-Show interest in circular areas

-Discuss and work out areas of different circles
-Measure radius and calculate area
-Solve real-life problems involving circular area

How do we apply knowledge of circular area?

-KLB Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 79
-Circular objects
-Measuring tools
-KLB Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 80
-Paper
-Pair of compasses
-Protractors

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Area - Working out the area of a sector in real life

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

-Apply knowledge of sector area in real-life contexts
-Calculate sector areas in various scenarios
-Show interest in sector applications

-Calculate sector areas for different angles
-Solve real-life problems involving sector areas
-Discuss practical applications of sectors

How do we use sectors in real life?

-Oxford Active Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 114
-Sector models
-Protractors

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Area - Working out the surface area of cubes
Area - Working out the surface area of cuboids

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

-Work out the surface area of cubes
-Apply the formula for cube surface area
-Value the importance of surface area

-Use a model of a cube to identify faces
-Measure edges and calculate face areas
-Find the sum of areas of all faces
-Apply the formula for cube surface area

How do we calculate the surface area of a cube?

Oxford Active Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 117
-Cube models
-Measuring tools
-Cuboid models

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Area - Working out the surface area of cylinders

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

-Work out the surface area of cylinders
-Apply the formula for cylinder surface area
-Appreciate cylinders in everyday life

-Make a paper model of a cylinder
-Open the model to identify faces
-Calculate area of circular ends and curved face
-Apply the formula for cylinder surface area

How do we calculate the surface area of a cylinder?

Oxford Active Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 121
-Cylindrical objects
-Paper
-Scissors

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Area - Working out the surface area of triangular prisms
Area - Working out the area of irregular shapes

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

-Determine the surface area of triangular prisms
-Apply the formula for triangular prism surface area
-Show interest in prism measurements

-Use a model of triangular prism to identify faces
-Calculate areas of triangular faces and rectangular faces
-Find the sum of all face areas
-Apply the formula for triangular prism surface area

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

Oxford activeGrade 8 Mathematics pg. 123
-Triangular prism models
-Measuring tools
-Square grid paper
-Irregular objects
-Tracing paper

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Money - Identifying interest and principal

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

-Identify interest and principal in real-life situations
-Differentiate between principal and interest
-Show interest in financial terms

-Visit or invite resource persons from financial institutions
-Discuss how money is deposited and borrowed
-Gather information on principal and interest
-Identify principal and interest in various scenarios

What is interest in money?

Oxford Active Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 128
-Financial brochures
-Digital resources

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Money - Calculating simple interest
Money - More on simple interest

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

-Calculate simple interest in real-life situations
-Apply the formula for simple interest
-Value the importance of interest calculations

-Identify principal, rate, and time in scenarios
-Apply the formula I = PRT/100
-Solve problems involving simple interest
-Discuss terms of interest on deposits

What is interest in money?

Grade 8 Active Mathematics pg. 129
-Calculator
-Digital resources

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Money - Calculating compound interest for one year

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

-Calculate compound interest for one year
-Understand the concept of compounding
-Appreciate the impact of compounding

-Calculate interest for the first year
-Find the total amount at the end of the year
-Compare simple and compound interest for one year
-Discuss the effect of compounding

How does compound interest differ from simple interest?

Oxford Active Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 133
-Calculator
-Digital resources

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Measurements

Money - Calculating compound interest for two years
Money - Calculating compound interest for three years

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

-Calculate compound interest for two years
-Apply step-by-step calculation method
-Show interest in long-term investments

-Calculate interest for the first year and new principal
-Calculate interest for the second year
-Find the total compound interest
-Discuss the growth of investments

How do we pay for goods on hire purchase?

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-Calculator
-Digital resources
Oxford Active Mathematics Grade 8 PG.135

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Money - Working out appreciation

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

-Work out appreciation of value
-Apply appreciation calculations to assets
-Show interest in value appreciation

-Research meaning of appreciation
-List items that appreciate in value
-Calculate value after appreciation
-Discuss items worth investing in

How do we calculate appreciation of value?

Oxford Active Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 136
-Calculator
-Digital resources

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Measurements

Money - Working out depreciation
Money - Working out hire purchase

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

-Work out depreciation of value
-Apply depreciation calculations to assets
-Understand depreciation in financial planning

-Research meaning of depreciation
-List items that depreciate in value
-Calculate value after depreciation
-Discuss impact of depreciation on investments

How do we calculate depreciation of value?

Oxford Active Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 138 - 142
-Calculator
-Digital resources
-Brochures from shops

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Geometry

Geometrical Constructions - Construction of parallel lines

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

-Construct parallel lines using a pair of compasses
-Apply parallel line construction in real-life situations
-Show interest in constructing parallel lines

-Draw line AB and point C above the line
-With C as center and radius length AB, draw an arc above line AB
-With B as center and radius length AC, draw an arc to cut the first arc at D
-Join C to D to form a line parallel to AB

How do we construct polygons?

Oxford Active Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 143
-Pair of compasses
-Ruler
-Drawing paper

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Geometry

Geometrical Constructions - Construction of parallel lines using a set square
Geometrical Constructions - Construction of perpendicular lines from a point

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

-Construct parallel lines using a set square and ruler
-Apply construction in real-life situations
-Value the importance of parallel lines

-Draw line ST and point P above the line
-Place one of the shorter edges of a set square along ST
-Put a ruler along the other edge of the set square to touch P
-Slide the set square along the ruler towards P
-Draw a straight line along the edge to create a parallel line

Where do we use polygons in real life situations?

Oxford Active Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 144
-Set square
-Ruler
-Pair of compasses

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Geometry

Geometrical Constructions - Construction of perpendicular lines through a point

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

-Construct perpendicular lines through a point on a given line
-Apply perpendicular construction in solving problems
-Value the use of perpendicular lines

-Draw line EF and point G on the line
-Using G as center and suitable radius, draw two arcs to cut EF at A and B
-With A and B as centers and using the same radius, construct two pairs of intersecting arcs on either side of EF
-Join C to D to form a perpendicular line through G

What is the relationship between perpendicular lines?

Oxford Active Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 145
-Pair of compasses
-Ruler
-Drawing paper

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Geometry

Geometrical Constructions - Dividing a line proportionally
Geometrical Constructions - Identifying angle properties of polygons

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

-Divide a line proportionally
-Apply proportional division in solving problems
-Show interest in proportional division

-Draw lines AB and AC of convenient lengths
-Mark five equal intervals from A along AC
-Join the last point to B
-Draw lines parallel to this line through the other points
-Mark the points where these parallel lines cut AB

How do we divide a line proportionally?

Oxford Active Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 147
-Pair of compasses
-Ruler
-Set square
-Polygon models
-Protractor
-Calculator

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Geometry

Geometrical Constructions - Construction of a regular triangle

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

-Construct a regular triangle
-Apply triangle construction in real-life situations
-Value the use of regular triangles

-Construct line PQ of required length
-Using P and Q as centers and radius equal to side length, construct two arcs intersecting at R
-Join P to R and Q to R
-Measure the angles to confirm they are all 60°

How do we construct regular polygons?

Oxford Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 150
-Pair of compasses
-Ruler
-Protractor

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Geometry

Geometrical Constructions - Construction of a regular quadrilateral
Geometrical Constructions - Construction of a regular pentagon

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

-Construct a regular quadrilateral (square)
-Apply square construction in real-life situations
-Show interest in regular quadrilaterals

-Draw line AB of required length
-Construct perpendicular lines at A and B
-With A as center and radius equal to side length, mark point D on the perpendicular
-With B as center and radius equal to side length, mark point C on the perpendicular
-Join D to C to complete the square

What are the applications of regular polygons?

Oxford Active Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 151
-Pair of compasses
-Ruler
Set square 
-Protractor

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Geometry

Geometrical Constructions - Construction of a regular hexagon

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

-Calculate interior angles of a regular hexagon
-Construct a regular hexagon
-Show interest in regular hexagons

-Find the size of each interior angle of the hexagon (120°)
-Draw line PQ of required length
-At Q, draw the interior angle PQR with QR equal to side length
-Continue the process to locate S, T, and U
-Join U to P to complete the hexagon

What are the properties of a regular hexagon?

-Pair of compasses
-Ruler
-Protractor

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Geometry

Geometrical Constructions - Construction of irregular polygons
Geometrical Constructions - Construction of circles passing through vertices

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

-Construct irregular polygons
-Apply irregular polygon construction in real-life situations
-Value the use of irregular polygons

-Given the measurements of sides and angles, draw the first side
-Use measurements to construct each subsequent side and angle
-Complete the polygon by joining the last vertex to the first
-Verify measurements of all sides and angles

How do we construct irregular polygons?

-Oxford Active Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 153
-Pair of compasses
-Ruler
-Protractor

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Geometry

Coordinates and Graphs - Drawing and labeling a Cartesian plane

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

-Draw a labelled Cartesian plane
-Identify different parts of the Cartesian plane
-Show interest in Cartesian planes

-Draw a horizontal x-axis and vertical y-axis
-Mark the origin where the axes intersect
-Use a scale to mark positive and negative values on both axes
-Label the axes and quadrants

How do we plot coordinates on a Cartesian plane?

Oxford Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 163
-Graph paper
-Ruler
-Digital resources

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Geometry

Coordinates and Graphs - Identifying points on the Cartesian plane
Coordinates and Graphs - Plotting points on the Cartesian plane

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

-Identify points on the Cartesian plane
-Read coordinates of points
-Value the Cartesian coordinate system

-Study points plotted on the Cartesian plane
-Identify the ordered pairs (x,y) for each point
-Discuss how to read coordinates of points in different quadrants
-Write coordinates of given points

What do coordinates tell us about a point's location?

- Oxford Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 166
-Graph paper
-Cartesian plane charts
-Ruler
-Digital resources

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Geometry

Coordinates and Graphs - Generating table of values for linear equations

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

-Generate table of values for a linear equation
-Substitute values in equations
-Value the relationship between variables

-Given linear equations, select appropriate x-values
-Substitute each x-value into the equation to find corresponding y-value
-Record the ordered pairs in a table
-Verify that the pairs satisfy the original equation

Where do we use linear graphs in real life?

-Oxford Active Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 169
-Exercise books
-Calculator
-Digital resources

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Geometry

Coordinates and Graphs - Determining appropriate scale
Coordinates and Graphs - Drawing linear graphs (I)

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

-Determine an appropriate scale for a linear equation
-Convert actual values to scale values
-Show interest in scale selection

-Analyze the range of x and y values in the table
-Choose a scale that allows all points to fit on the graph paper
-Convert actual values to appropriate scale values
-Discuss the importance of suitable scales

How do we choose an appropriate scale?

-Oxford Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 169
-Graph paper
-Calculator
-Digital resources
-Ruler
-Pencil

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Geometry

Coordinates and Graphs - Drawing linear graphs (II)

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

-Draw linear graphs for different equations
-Identify key features of linear graphs
-Show interest in graphical representations

-Generate tables of values for different linear equations
-Plot the points on a Cartesian plane
-Draw the lines representing the equations
-Discuss the gradient and y-intercept of each line

How does changing the equation affect the graph?

-Oxford Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 169
-Graph paper
-Ruler
-Digital resources

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Geometry

Coordinates and Graphs - Solving simultaneous equations graphically (I)
Coordinates and Graphs - Solving simultaneous equations graphically (II)

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

-Solve simultaneous equations graphically
-Identify the point of intersection
-Value graphical solutions

-Generate tables of values for two linear equations
-Plot both equations on the same Cartesian plane
-Identify the point of intersection
-Verify that the coordinates satisfy both equations

How can we solve equations using graphs?

-Oxford Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 174
-Graph paper
-Ruler
-Digital resources
-Calculator

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Geometry

Coordinates and Graphs - Applying simultaneous equations in real life (I)

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

-Apply simultaneous equations in real-life problems
-Form equations from word problems
-Value real-life applications

-Translate word problems into linear equations
-Generate tables of values for the equations
-Draw the graphs and find the point of intersection
-Interpret the solution in the context of the problem

Where do we use simultaneous equations in real life?

-Graph paper
-Calculator
-Digital resources

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Geometry

Coordinates and Graphs - Applying simultaneous equations in real life (II)
Coordinates and Graphs - Solving practical problems using graphs

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

-Solve complex real-life problems using graphs
-Interpret solutions in context
-Show interest in practical applications

-Analyze complex word problems involving costs, quantities, etc.
-Form appropriate simultaneous equations
-Solve graphically and interpret the solution
-Discuss the practical implications of the solution

How can graphs help us make decisions?

-Oxford Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 176
-Graph paper
-Calculator
-Digital resources

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Geometry

Scale Drawing - Representing length to a given scale

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

-Represent length to a given scale
-Select appropriate scales
-Show interest in scale representation

-Measure lengths of various objects in the environment
-Record measurements in a table
-Identify objects that can/cannot be drawn to actual size
-Use scales to represent lengths proportionally

How do we determine scales in real life?

-Oxford Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 178
-Measuring tape/ruler
-Various objects
-Drawing materials

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Geometry

Scale Drawing - Converting actual length to scale length
Scale Drawing - Converting scale length to actual length

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

-Convert actual length to scale length
-Apply conversion in real-life situations
-Value the importance of scale conversion

-Measure lengths of objects like classrooms, tables, etc.
-Convert actual measurements to scale lengths using different scales
-Draw the objects using scale lengths
-Compare drawings made with different scales

Where do we use scale drawing in real life situations?

-Oxford Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 179
-Measuring tape/ruler
-Calculator
-Drawing materials
-Scale drawings
-Ruler

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Geometry

Scale Drawing - Interpreting linear scales in statement form

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

-Interpret linear scales in statement form
-Understand statement scales
-Value the use of statement scales

-Analyze diagrams with given actual and scale lengths
-Determine the relationship between actual and scale lengths
-Express the scale in statement form: "1 cm represents x units"
-Apply the scale to find other measurements

What does a scale statement tell us?

-Scale diagrams
-Ruler
-Calculator

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Geometry

Scale Drawing - Writing linear scales in statement form
Scale Drawing - Interpreting linear scales in ratio form

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

-Write linear scales in statement form
-Apply statement scales correctly
-Show interest in scale representation

-Study objects with given actual and scale measurements
-Calculate the relationship between actual and scale lengths
-Express the scale in statement form
-Determine actual and scale measurements of other objects using the scale

How do we create an appropriate scale statement?

-Active Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 182
-Various objects
-Measuring tools
-Calculator
-Scale diagrams
-Ruler

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Geometry

Scale Drawing - Writing linear scales in ratio form

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

-Write linear scales in ratio form
-Apply ratio scales correctly
-Show interest in scale representation

-Measure actual objects and their scale representations
-Convert measurements to the same units
-Express the relationship as a ratio in simplest form
-Use the ratio to make scale drawings of other objects

What information does a ratio scale provide?

-Oxford Active Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 182
-Various objects
-Measuring tools
-Calculator

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Geometry

Scale Drawing - Converting linear scale from statement to ratio form
Scale Drawing - Converting linear scale from ratio to statement form

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

-Convert linear scales from statement to ratio form
-Apply conversion in real-life situations
-Value different forms of scale representation

-Study scales in statement form (1 cm represents x units)
-Convert all measurements to the same units
-Express the relationship as a ratio in the form 1:n
-Verify that both forms represent the same scale

How are statement and ratio scales related?

-Maps with statement scales
-Calculator
-Digital resources
-Maps with ratio scales

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Geometry

Scale Drawing - Making scale drawings (I)

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

-Make scale drawings using given scales
-Apply scale drawing techniques
-Value the importance of accuracy in scale drawings

-Measure objects with regular shapes (rectangles, squares)
-Select appropriate scales for drawings
-Convert actual measurements to scale lengths
-Make accurate scale drawings

How do we create accurate scale drawings?

-Oxford Active Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 193
-Drawing paper
-Ruler
-Various objects

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

Geometry

Scale Drawing - Making scale drawings (II)
Scale Drawing - Solving problems using scale drawings

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

-Make more complex scale drawings
-Apply scale drawing principles
-Show interest in scale drawing applications

-Measure objects with irregular or complex shapes
-Choose suitable scales based on drawing space and object size
-Convert actual measurements to scale lengths
-Create detailed and accurate scale drawings

How do professionals use scale drawings?

-Oxford Active Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 194
-Drawing paper
-Ruler
-Protractor
-Scale drawings
-Calculator

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Geometry

Scale Drawing - Applications of scale drawings

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

-Apply scale drawings in various contexts
-Appreciate real-world applications
-Show interest in practical uses of scale drawings

-Explore applications in architecture, engineering, cartography, etc.
-Examine scale drawings from different fields
-Discuss the importance of scale in different professions
-Create scale drawings for practical purposes

How do different professions use scale drawings?

-KLB Grade 8 Mathematics pg. 157
-Maps
-Blueprint samples
-Digital resources

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments