Numbers and Algebra

Quadratic Expressions and Equations - Forming quadratic expressions from statements

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

- Define a quadratic expression
- Form quadratic expressions from given statements
- Relate quadratic expressions to calculating areas of rectangular shapes

- Generate quadratic expressions from given statements
- Draw rectangles and express their areas as quadratic expressions
- Share work with peers

What is a quadratic expression?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 42
- Graph paper
- Rulers

- Oral questions - Written exercises - Observation

Numbers and Algebra

Quadratic Expressions and Equations - Forming quadratic expressions from real-life situations
Quadratic Expressions and Equations - Deriving quadratic identities from concept of area
Quadratic Expressions and Equations - Deriving more quadratic identities

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

- Form quadratic expressions from real-life situations
- Interpret quadratic expressions in context
- Connect quadratic expressions to practical problems like garden design and room carpeting

- Form quadratic expressions from problems involving area
- Work out exercises involving formation of quadratic expressions
- Use digital devices to explore quadratic expressions

How are quadratic expressions formed from real-life situations?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 43
- Graph paper
- Digital devices
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 44
- Charts
- Rulers
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 45
- Charts

- Written exercises - Class activities - Oral questions

Numbers and Algebra

Quadratic Expressions and Equations - Applying quadratic identities in numerical cases
Quadratic Expressions and Equations - Factorising quadratic expressions (coefficient of x² is 1)
Quadratic Expressions and Equations - Factorising quadratic expressions (coefficient of x² greater than 1)
Quadratic Expressions and Equations - Forming quadratic equations from given situations

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

- Apply quadratic identities to evaluate numerical expressions
- Use identities to simplify calculations
- Connect quadratic identities to quick mental calculations for large numbers

- Express numerical cases in identity form
- Use identities to evaluate expressions like 99², 101²
- Work out exercises using identities

How do quadratic identities simplify numerical calculations?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 47
- Calculators
- Charts
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 48
- Charts
- Digital devices
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 49
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 51

- Written exercises - Oral questions - Observation

Numbers and Algebra

Quadratic Expressions and Equations - Forming quadratic equations from given roots
Quadratic Expressions and Equations - Solving quadratic equations by factorisation

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

- Form quadratic equations given the roots
- Determine coefficients a, b, c from given roots
- Connect roots of equations to solutions of practical problems

- Use roots to form factors
- Expand factors to form quadratic equations
- Work out exercises involving formation from roots

How do we form quadratic equations when the roots are given?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 52
- Charts
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 53

- Written exercises - Oral questions - Observation

Numbers and Algebra

Quadratic Expressions and Equations - Solving more quadratic equations by factorisation

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

- Solve quadratic equations with leading coefficient greater than 1
- Verify solutions by substitution
- Apply equation solving to find unknown dimensions in practical problems

- Factorise and solve complex quadratic equations
- Verify solutions by substituting back
- Work out various exercises

How do we verify solutions of quadratic equations?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 53
- Charts
- Calculators

- Written exercises - Oral questions - Observation

Numbers and Algebra

Quadratic Expressions and Equations - Applying quadratic equations to real-life situations
Quadratic Expressions and Equations - Problem solving with quadratic equations

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

- Apply quadratic equations to solve real-life problems
- Interpret solutions in context
- Use quadratic equations to solve problems involving areas, consecutive numbers and profit

- Form and solve quadratic equations from word problems
- Interpret and validate solutions
- Work out real-life application problems

How are quadratic equations applied in real-life situations?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 54
- Charts
- Digital devices
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 55
- Digital devices
- Charts

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Measurements and Geometry

Similarity and Enlargement - Determining centre of enlargement
Similarity and Enlargement - Linear scale factor
Similarity and Enlargement - Constructing images (positive scale factor)
Similarity and Enlargement - Constructing images (negative scale factor)

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

- Define the terms similar figures and enlargement
- Identify the centre of enlargement from given figures
- Apply knowledge of similarity in identifying objects around them

- Discuss with peers properties of similar figures
- Use an object and its image to locate the centre of enlargement
- Search the internet for real-life examples of similar figures

How do we identify similar figures in our environment?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 56
- Graph papers
- Rulers
- Digital devices
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 57
- Geometrical instruments
- Maps
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 61
- Geometrical set
- Rulers
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 62
- Cartesian plane grids
- Geometrical instruments

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Measurements and Geometry

Similarity and Enlargement - Area scale factor
Similarity and Enlargement - Volume scale factor
Similarity and Enlargement - Relating L.S.F, A.S.F and V.S.F

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

- Determine area scale factor of similar figures
- Establish the relationship between L.S.F and A.S.F
- Apply area scale factor in calculating surface areas of models

- Calculate areas of similar figures
- Work out the ratio of areas
- Discuss relationship A.S.F = (L.S.F)²

How does enlargement affect the area of a figure?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 64
- Similar plane figures
- Calculators
- Manila paper
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 66
- Models of similar solids
- Digital devices
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 68
- Models of solids
- Reference books

- Written assignments - Class exercises - Oral questions

Measurements and Geometry

Similarity and Enlargement - Real-life applications
Similarity and Enlargement - Project on models

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

- Apply similarity and enlargement to solve real-life problems
- Calculate actual measurements from scale drawings
- Connect concepts to map reading and architectural drawings

- Work out tasks involving similarity in real-life situations
- Solve problems involving maps and models
- Use digital devices to explore applications

Where do we use similarity and enlargement in daily life?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 72
- Maps
- Scale models
- Calculators
- Manila paper
- Cardboard
- Scissors
- Rulers

- Written tests - Project work - Oral questions

Measurements and Geometry

Reflection and Congruence - Lines of symmetry in plane figures
Reflection and Congruence - Properties of reflection

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

- Identify lines of symmetry in plane figures
- Determine the number of lines of symmetry
- Recognize symmetry in nature and art

- Collect objects from environment and identify lines of symmetry
- Fold paper cut-outs to locate lines of symmetry
- Discuss symmetry in nature and architecture

How do we identify lines of symmetry?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 75
- Paper cut-outs
- Plane mirrors
- Objects from environment
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 78
- Tracing paper
- Graph papers

- Observation - Oral questions - Practical activities

Measurements and Geometry

Reflection and Congruence - Reflection on plane surface
Reflection and Congruence - Reflection on Cartesian plane (x-axis and y-axis)

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

- Draw an image given object and mirror line on plane surface
- Construct perpendicular bisectors accurately
- Apply reflection in creating symmetric designs

- Draw plane figures and mirror lines on paper
- Use properties of reflection to locate images
- Create symmetric patterns using reflection

How do we construct images under reflection?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 79
- Plain paper
- Geometrical instruments
- Rulers
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 82
- Graph papers
- Geometrical set
- Calculators

- Practical assessment - Written tests - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Reflection and Congruence - Reflection along lines y=x and y=-x

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

- Draw images after reflection along y=x and y=-x
- Determine image coordinates accurately
- Apply knowledge in solving transformation problems

- Draw objects and reflect along y=x
- Reflect along y=-x
- Compare results and establish patterns

What happens to coordinates when reflecting along y=x?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 84
- Graph papers
- Geometrical instruments
- Rulers

- Written assignments - Practical work - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Reflection and Congruence - Reflection along other lines
Reflection and Congruence - Determining equation of mirror line

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

- Draw images reflected along lines like y=2, x=1, y=x+4
- Apply properties of reflection consistently
- Solve complex reflection problems

- Reflect objects along various mirror lines
- Use perpendicular distance method
- Practice with different mirror line equations

How do we reflect along any given line?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 85
- Graph papers
- Geometrical set
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 86
- Geometrical instruments

- Written tests - Class exercises - Oral questions

Measurements and Geometry

Reflection and Congruence - Congruence tests (SSS and SAS)
Reflection and Congruence - Congruence tests (ASA and RHS)

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

- Carry out congruence tests for triangles using SSS and SAS
- Identify directly and indirectly congruent figures
- Apply congruence in construction and engineering

- Make paper cut-outs of identical shapes
- Test for congruence using SSS
- Test for congruence using SAS

When are two triangles congruent?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 89
- Paper cut-outs
- Geometrical instruments
- Rulers
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 91
- Protractors

- Written tests - Practical activities - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Reflection and Congruence - Applications in real life

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

- Apply reflection and congruence to real-life situations
- Discuss applications in driving mirrors and road safety
- Create designs using reflection

- Discuss applications in driving mirrors
- Create symmetric designs
- Use digital devices to explore applications

How do we use reflection in daily life?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 95
- Plane mirrors
- Digital devices
- Reference materials

- Project work - Written tests - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Rotation - Properties of rotation
Rotation - Rotation on plane surface

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

- Determine properties of rotation
- Demonstrate rotation using a clock
- Relate rotation to movement of clock hands and wheels

- Use an improvised clock to demonstrate rotation
- Discuss movement of minute and hour hands
- Generate properties of rotation

What are the properties of rotation?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 97
- Improvised clock
- Protractors
- Paper cut-outs
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 99
- Plain paper
- Rulers
- Compasses

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Measurements and Geometry

Rotation - Rotation through ±90° about origin

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

- Rotate objects through ±90° about the origin
- State coordinates of images correctly
- Recognize patterns in coordinate changes

- Plot objects on Cartesian plane
- Rotate through +90° and -90° about (0,0)
- Record and compare coordinates

How do coordinates change under rotation through 90°?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 103
- Graph papers
- Geometrical set
- Calculators

- Written assignments - Class exercises - Oral questions

Measurements and Geometry

Rotation - Rotation through ±180° about origin
Rotation - Rotation about other centres

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

- Rotate objects through ±180° about the origin
- Determine image coordinates accurately
- Connect half-turn to reflection through a point

- Plot objects and rotate through 180°
- Compare results with -180° rotation
- Establish coordinate patterns

What is the effect of a half-turn on coordinates?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 103
- Graph papers
- Geometrical instruments
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 105
- Geometrical set
- Protractors

- Written tests - Practical work - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Rotation - Finding centre and angle of rotation
Rotation - Rotational symmetry of plane figures

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

- Determine centre and angle of rotation given object and image
- Construct perpendicular bisectors accurately
- Apply construction skills in solving problems

- Join corresponding points
- Construct perpendicular bisectors
- Locate centre and measure angle of rotation

How do we find the centre and angle of rotation?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 106
- Graph papers
- Geometrical instruments
- Protractors
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 110
- Paper cut-outs
- Pins
- Manila paper

- Written tests - Practical activities - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Rotation - Axis and order of rotational symmetry in solids

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

- Determine axis and order of rotational symmetry in solids
- Identify axes of symmetry in various solids
- Connect rotational symmetry to manufacturing and packaging

- Collect regular solids from environment
- Identify axes of rotational symmetry
- Establish order of rotational symmetry

How do we identify rotational symmetry in solids?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 113
- Models of solids
- Objects from environment

- Observation - Written tests - Oral questions

Measurements and Geometry

Rotation - Deducing congruence from rotation
Trigonometry 1 - Reading tangent from tables

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

- Deduce congruence from rotation
- Identify type of congruence in rotation
- Apply rotation and congruence in problem solving

- Use objects and images to identify congruence
- Distinguish direct and indirect congruence
- Solve problems involving rotation and congruence

What type of congruence results from rotation?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 115
- Graph papers
- Geometrical instruments
- Digital devices
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 120
- Mathematical tables
- Calculators

- Written assignments - Class exercises - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Trigonometry 1 - Reading sine and cosine from tables
Trigonometry 1 - Using calculators for trigonometric ratios

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

- Determine sine and cosine of acute angles from tables
- Use mean difference correctly
- Apply sine and cosine in solving triangles

- Read sine values from tables
- Read cosine values (subtracting mean difference)
- Practice finding angles given ratios

How do we read sine and cosine from tables?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 122
- Mathematical tables
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 126
- Scientific calculators
- Mathematical tables

- Written assignments - Practical work - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Trigonometry 1 - Complementary angle relationships

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

- Relate sines and cosines of complementary angles
- Prove that sin θ = cos(90°-θ)
- Apply relationships in solving equations

- Generate table of complementary angles
- Compare sines and cosines
- Establish sin θ = cos(90°-θ)

What is the relationship between sine and cosine of complementary angles?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 128
- Mathematical tables
- Calculators

- Written assignments - Class exercises - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Trigonometry 1 - Relating sine, cosine and tangent
Trigonometry 1 - Ratios of 45°

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

- Relate sine, cosine and tangent of acute angles
- Prove that tan θ = sin θ/cos θ
- Apply relationships in solving problems

- Use right-angled triangles
- Derive tan θ = sin θ/cos θ
- Solve problems using the relationship

How are sine, cosine and tangent related?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 129
- Mathematical tables
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 130
- Geometrical instruments
- Rulers

- Written tests - Oral questions - Class exercises

Measurements and Geometry

Trigonometry 1 - Ratios of 30° and 60°

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

- Determine trigonometric ratios of 30° and 60°
- Use equilateral triangle to derive ratios
- Solve problems involving special angles

- Draw equilateral triangle of side 2 units
- Calculate perpendicular height
- Derive ratios for 30° and 60°

How do we derive ratios for 30° and 60°?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 131
- Geometrical instruments
- Rulers

- Written tests - Class exercises - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Trigonometry 1 - Problems involving special angles
Trigonometry 1 - Angle of elevation

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

- Solve problems using special angle ratios
- Simplify expressions with special angles
- Apply special angles in construction

- Solve problems without tables or calculators
- Simplify trigonometric expressions
- Apply to practical situations

How do we apply special angle ratios?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 132
- Reference materials
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 133
- Clinometer
- Measuring tape

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Class exercises

Measurements and Geometry

Trigonometry 1 - Angle of depression
Trigonometry 1 - Applications in real life

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

- Define angle of depression
- Solve problems involving angles of depression
- Apply to navigation and surveying

- Demonstrate angles of depression
- Sketch diagrams correctly
- Solve problems involving depression

What is angle of depression?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 134
- Clinometer
- Digital devices
- Reference materials
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 136
- Reference books
- Calculators

- Written assignments - Practical work - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Area of Polygons - Deriving area formula

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

- Derive formula for area of triangle given two sides and included angle
- Use trigonometric ratios in derivation
- Apply formula Area = ½abSinC

- Use trigonometric ratios to derive formula
- Discuss in groups and generate formula
- Practice using the formula

How do we derive the area formula using trigonometry?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 137
- Geometrical instruments
- Calculators

- Written assignments - Class exercises - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Area of Polygons - Calculating area using Area = ½abSinC
Area of Polygons - Heron's formula

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

- Calculate area of triangle given two sides and included angle
- Find missing sides or angles given area
- Apply to practical problems

- Calculate areas of various triangles
- Find missing elements given area
- Solve practical problems

How do we calculate area using trigonometry?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 138
- Calculators
- Mathematical tables
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 139
- Reference materials

- Written tests - Oral questions - Class exercises

Measurements and Geometry

Area of Polygons - Area of rhombus
Area of Polygons - Area of parallelogram and trapezium

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

- Calculate area of rhombus using diagonals
- Calculate area using base and height
- Apply to real-life situations like floor tiles

- Identify rhombuses in environment
- Calculate areas using Area = ½d₁d₂
- Solve practical problems

How do we calculate the area of a rhombus?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 143
- Models of rhombus
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 147
- Geometrical instruments

- Written tests - Practical activities - Oral questions

Measurements and Geometry

Area of Polygons - Area of heptagon

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

- Calculate area of regular heptagon
- Divide heptagon into triangles
- Apply to real objects like road signs

- Divide heptagon into 7 triangles
- Calculate central angle (360°÷7)
- Calculate area of one triangle and multiply

How do we calculate the area of a heptagon?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 152
- Paper cut-outs
- Calculators
- Protractors

- Written tests - Practical work - Oral questions

Measurements and Geometry

Area of Polygons - Area of octagon
Area of Polygons - Irregular polygons

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

- Calculate area of regular octagon
- Use formula involving central angles
- Connect to real objects like stop signs

- Divide octagon into 8 triangles
- Calculate central angle (45°)
- Calculate total area

How do we calculate the area of an octagon?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 156
- Paper cut-outs
- Calculators
- Reference materials
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 159
- Geometrical instruments
- Calculators

- Written assignments - Class exercises - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Area of Polygons - Real-life applications

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

- Apply area of polygons to real-life situations
- Solve problems involving land and flooring
- Relate to careers in architecture and surveying

- Solve real-life problems
- Calculate areas of compound shapes
- Discuss applications in various careers

Where do we use area of polygons in real life?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 163
- Reference materials
- Digital devices

- Written assignments - Project assessment - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Area of a Part of a Circle - Annulus
Area of a Part of a Circle - Area of sector

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

- Define annulus and its components
- Calculate area of annulus
- Apply to circular paths and rings

- Draw concentric circles
- Calculate area of annulus using πR² - πr²
- Solve practical problems

What is an annulus and how do we calculate its area?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 166
- Compasses
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 167
- Paper
- Scissors

- Written tests - Practical activities - Oral questions

Measurements and Geometry

Area of a Part of a Circle - Annular sector
Area of a Part of a Circle - Segment of a circle

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

- Calculate area of annular sector
- Apply to windscreen wipers and fan blades
- Solve practical problems

- Illustrate annular sectors
- Calculate area using sector formula
- Relate to car windscreen wipers

How do we calculate area of an annular sector?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 170
- Diagrams
- Calculators
- Reference materials
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 172
- Geometrical instruments
- Calculators

- Written tests - Class exercises - Oral questions

Measurements and Geometry

Area of a Part of a Circle - Problems on segments

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

- Solve complex problems involving segments
- Apply to church windows and architectural designs
- Calculate missing elements

- Solve various segment problems
- Apply to real-life contexts
- Calculate angles given area

How do we apply segment area in solving problems?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 174
- Calculators
- Reference materials

- Written tests - Oral questions - Class exercises

Measurements and Geometry

Area of a Part of a Circle - Intersecting circles (introduction)
Area of a Part of a Circle - Calculating common area

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

- Identify common region between two intersecting circles
- Understand components of common region
- Connect to Venn diagrams and logos

- Draw two intersecting circles
- Identify common region
- Discuss structure of common area

What is the common region between two intersecting circles?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 176
- Compasses
- Rulers
- Graph papers
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 177
- Calculators
- Geometrical instruments

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Measurements and Geometry

Area of a Part of a Circle - Complex problems
Area of a Part of a Circle - Making dartboard and necklaces

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

- Solve complex problems on intersecting circles
- Calculate shaded regions
- Apply to decorative patterns and designs

- Solve problems involving common regions
- Calculate shaded areas
- Research applications in design

Where do we use intersecting circles in real life?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 179
- Reference materials
- Digital devices
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 180
- Cardboard
- Beads
- Paints
- Compasses

- Written assignments - Project work - Oral questions

Measurements and Geometry

Area of a Part of a Circle - Review and assessment

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

- Solve mixed problems on area of parts of a circle
- Apply all concepts learned
- Evaluate understanding of the sub-strand

- Review all concepts
- Solve mixed problems
- Assess understanding

How well can we apply area concepts?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 181
- Calculators
- Past papers

- Written tests - Oral questions - Class exercises

Measurements and Geometry

Surface Area and Volume - Rectangular prism
Surface Area and Volume - Triangular and other prisms

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

- Determine surface area of rectangular prisms
- Draw nets of rectangular prisms
- Apply to packaging and construction

- Collect models of rectangular prisms
- Sketch nets
- Calculate surface area

How do we calculate surface area of rectangular prisms?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 182
- Models of prisms
- Nets
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 185

- Written assignments - Practical activities - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Surface Area and Volume - Pyramids
Surface Area and Volume - Cones

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

- Determine surface area of pyramids
- Draw nets of pyramids
- Apply to structures like Egyptian pyramids

- Measure edges of pyramid models
- Cut and open to get nets
- Calculate surface area

How do we calculate surface area of pyramids?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 191
- Models of pyramids
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 193
- Manila paper
- Compasses

- Written assignments - Practical assessment - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Surface Area and Volume - Frustum of cone

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

- Calculate surface area of frustum of a cone
- Use similar cone properties
- Apply to lampshades and buckets

- Make frustum by cutting cone
- Calculate surfaces of original and cut-off cone
- Find surface area of frustum

How do we calculate surface area of a frustum?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 195
- Cone models
- Scissors
- Calculators

- Written assignments - Practical assessment - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Surface Area and Volume - Frustum of pyramid
Surface Area and Volume - Spheres and hemispheres

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

- Calculate surface area of frustum of a pyramid
- Apply similar figure properties
- Connect to kitchen worktops and counters

- Sketch original pyramid
- Use similar figures to find dimensions
- Calculate surface area

How do we find surface area of pyramid frustum?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 197
- Models
- Calculators
- Reference materials
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 200
- Spherical objects
- Calculators

- Written tests - Class exercises - Oral questions

Measurements and Geometry

Surface Area and Volume - Composite solids

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

- Calculate surface area of composite solids
- Identify component solids
- Apply to real structures and objects

- Identify components of composite solids
- Calculate surface area of each component
- Combine appropriately

How do we find surface area of composite solids?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 202
- Models of composite solids
- Calculators

- Written tests - Project work - Oral questions

Measurements and Geometry

Surface Area and Volume - Volume of cones
Surface Area and Volume - Volume of prisms and pyramids

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

- Calculate volume of cones using ⅓πr²h
- Relate cone and cylinder volumes
- Apply to storage containers

- Compare cone and cylinder volumes
- Establish cone volume = ⅓ cylinder volume
- Solve practical problems

What is the relationship between cone and cylinder volumes?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 205
- Cone and cylinder models
- Sand/water
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 206
- Models of solids

- Written assignments - Practical work - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Surface Area and Volume - Volume of spheres and hemispheres
Surface Area and Volume - Volume of frustums
Surface Area and Volume - Composite solids volume

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

- Calculate volume of spheres using (4/3)πr³
- Calculate volume of hemispheres
- Apply to balls, tanks and containers

- Apply sphere volume formula
- Calculate hemisphere volumes
- Solve practical problems

How do we calculate volume of spheres?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 210
- Spherical objects
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 212
- Models
- Calculators
- Reference materials
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 216
- Models of composite solids

- Written assignments - Practical activities - Observation