Numbers and Algebra

Indices and Logarithms - Relating index notation to logarithm notation

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

- Relate index notation to logarithm notation to base 10
- Convert between index and logarithm forms
- Connect logarithms to measuring earthquake intensity (Richter scale) and sound (decibels)

- Discuss the relationship between index and logarithm notation
- Convert expressions from index form to logarithm form and vice versa
- Use digital devices to explore logarithms

What is the relationship between indices and logarithms?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 22
- Calculators
- Digital devices

- Oral questions - Written exercises - Observation

Numbers and Algebra

Indices and Logarithms - Common logarithms from mathematical tables
Indices and Logarithms - Logarithms of numbers greater than 10 and less than 1

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

- Read logarithms of numbers from mathematical tables
- Determine logarithms of numbers between 1 and 10
- Relate logarithm tables to historical computational methods used before calculators

- Discuss features of logarithm tables
- Read logarithms of numbers from tables
- Work out exercises using logarithm tables

How do we read logarithms from mathematical tables?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 23
- Mathematical tables
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 25

- Written exercises - Oral questions - Observation

Numbers and Algebra

Indices and Logarithms - Antilogarithms from tables and calculators
Indices and Logarithms - Application of logarithms in multiplication and division

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

- Define antilogarithm as the reverse of logarithm
- Read antilogarithms from tables
- Use antilogarithms to find original values from logarithmic calculations

- Discuss the meaning of antilogarithm
- Read antilogarithms from tables
- Use calculators to find antilogarithms

What is an antilogarithm and how is it determined?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 29
- Mathematical tables
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 33

- Written exercises - Oral questions - Observation

Numbers and Algebra

Indices and Logarithms - Application of logarithms in powers and roots

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

- Apply logarithms in evaluating powers of numbers
- Apply logarithms in evaluating roots of numbers
- Use logarithms to solve problems involving compound growth and decay

- Use logarithms to evaluate powers by multiplying logarithms
- Use logarithms to evaluate roots by dividing logarithms
- Work out complex calculations involving powers and roots

How do we use logarithms to evaluate powers and roots?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 37
- Mathematical tables
- Calculators

- Written exercises - Oral questions - Observation

Numbers and Algebra

Indices and Logarithms - Combined operations and problem solving
Quadratic Expressions and Equations - Forming quadratic expressions from statements
Quadratic Expressions and Equations - Forming quadratic expressions from real-life situations
Quadratic Expressions and Equations - Deriving quadratic identities from concept of area

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

- Apply logarithms in combined operations
- Solve complex problems using logarithms
- Use logarithms to solve real-world problems in physics, engineering and finance

- Work out problems involving combined operations
- Use logarithms to evaluate complex expressions
- Apply logarithms to real-life situations

How do we use logarithms to solve complex mathematical problems?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 39
- Mathematical tables
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 42
- Graph paper
- Rulers
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 43
- Digital devices
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 44
- Charts

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Numbers and Algebra

Quadratic Expressions and Equations - Deriving more quadratic identities
Quadratic Expressions and Equations - Applying quadratic identities in numerical cases
Quadratic Expressions and Equations - Factorising quadratic expressions (coefficient of x² is 1)

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

- Derive the identities (a-b)² and (a+b)(a-b) using area concept
- Apply the identities in expanding expressions
- Use quadratic identities to simplify calculations in construction and design

- Use area models to derive identities
- Discuss and verify quadratic identities
- Work out exercises using identities

What are the different quadratic identities and how are they derived?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 45
- Graph paper
- Charts
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 47
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 48
- Charts
- Digital devices

- Written exercises - Oral questions - Class activities

Numbers and Algebra

Quadratic Expressions and Equations - Factorising quadratic expressions (coefficient of x² greater than 1)
Quadratic Expressions and Equations - Forming quadratic equations from given situations
Quadratic Expressions and Equations - Forming quadratic equations from given roots

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

- Factorise quadratic expressions where coefficient of x² is greater than 1
- Apply factorisation methods to complex expressions
- Use factorisation to solve practical problems involving areas

- Use the product-sum method for factorisation
- Work out exercises involving factorisation
- Verify solutions by expanding

How do we factorise quadratic expressions with leading coefficient greater than 1?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 49
- Charts
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 51
- Digital devices
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 52

- Written exercises - Oral questions - Observation

Numbers and Algebra

Quadratic Expressions and Equations - Solving quadratic equations by factorisation
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 by factorisation
- Apply the zero product property
- Use solutions of quadratic equations to solve measurement problems

- Factorise quadratic equations
- Apply zero product property to find solutions
- Work out exercises involving solving equations

How do we solve quadratic equations by factorisation?

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

- Written exercises - Class activities - Oral questions

Numbers and Algebra

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

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

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Numbers and Algebra
Measurements and Geometry

Quadratic Expressions and Equations - Problem solving with quadratic equations
Reflection and Congruence - Lines of symmetry in plane figures

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

- Solve complex word problems using quadratic equations
- Select appropriate solutions based on context
- Connect quadratic equations to practical applications in business, construction and daily life

- Analyse and solve complex word problems
- Discuss validity of solutions in given contexts
- Search for applications of quadratic equations using digital devices

Why are quadratic equations important in solving real-world problems?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 55
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 75
- Paper cut-outs
- Plane mirrors
- Objects from environment

- Written assignments - Class activities - Project work

Measurements and Geometry

Reflection and Congruence - Properties of reflection
Reflection and Congruence - Reflection on plane surface

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

- Determine properties of reflection
- Use plane mirrors to demonstrate reflection
- Relate reflection to mirror images in daily life

- Use plane mirror to locate image of an object
- Use tracing paper to generate properties of reflection
- Discuss applications in driving mirrors

What are the properties of reflection?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 78
- Plane mirrors
- Tracing paper
- Graph papers
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 79
- Plain paper
- Geometrical instruments
- Rulers

- Written assignments - Practical work - Oral questions

Measurements and Geometry

Reflection and Congruence - Reflection on Cartesian plane (x-axis and y-axis)
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 x-axis and y-axis
- State coordinates of images accurately
- Connect coordinate geometry to computer graphics

- Plot objects on Cartesian plane
- Reflect along x-axis and y-axis
- Record coordinates of images

How do coordinates change under reflection along axes?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 82
- Graph papers
- Geometrical set
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 84
- Geometrical instruments
- Rulers

- Written tests - Class exercises - Oral questions

Measurements and Geometry

Reflection and Congruence - Reflection along other lines

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

- Written tests - Class exercises - Oral questions

Measurements and Geometry

Reflection and Congruence - Determining equation of mirror line
Reflection and Congruence - Congruence tests (SSS and SAS)

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

- Determine equation of mirror line given object and image
- Construct perpendicular bisectors accurately
- Apply knowledge in solving problems

- Join corresponding points and construct perpendicular bisectors
- Determine gradients and y-intercepts
- Form equations of mirror lines

How do we find the equation of a mirror line?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 86
- Graph papers
- Geometrical instruments
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 89
- Paper cut-outs
- Rulers

- Written assignments - Practical assessment - Oral questions

Measurements and Geometry

Reflection and Congruence - Congruence tests (ASA and RHS)
Reflection and Congruence - Applications in real life

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

- Carry out congruence tests using ASA and RHS
- Prove triangles are congruent
- Apply congruence in geometric proofs

- Use triangles to establish ASA congruence
- Test for RHS congruence in right-angled triangles
- Solve problems involving congruence

How do we prove triangles are congruent?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 91
- Paper cut-outs
- Protractors
- Rulers
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 95
- Plane mirrors
- Digital devices
- Reference materials

- Written assignments - Class exercises - Oral questions

Measurements and Geometry

Rotation - Properties of rotation

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

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Measurements and Geometry

Rotation - Rotation on plane surface
Rotation - Rotation through ±90° about origin

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

- Rotate an object given centre and angle on plane surface
- Use protractor and ruler accurately
- Apply rotation in creating patterns and designs

- Draw objects and rotate about given centres
- Measure angles accurately using protractor
- Create rotational patterns

How do we perform rotation on a plane surface?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 99
- Plain paper
- Protractors
- Rulers
- Compasses
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 103
- Graph papers
- Geometrical set
- Calculators

- Practical assessment - Written tests - Observation

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

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

- Written tests - Practical activities - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Rotation - Rotational symmetry of plane figures
Rotation - Axis and order of rotational symmetry in solids

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

- Determine order of rotational symmetry of plane figures
- Use paper cut-outs to demonstrate rotational symmetry
- Identify rotational symmetry in logos and designs

- Use paper cut-outs to locate points of symmetry
- Establish order of rotational symmetry
- Discuss symmetry in logos and patterns

What is the order of rotational symmetry?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 110
- Paper cut-outs
- Pins
- Manila paper
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 113
- Models of solids
- Objects from environment

- Oral questions - Practical work - Written assignments

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°
Trigonometry 1 - Problems involving special angles

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
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 132
- Reference materials
- Calculators

- Written tests - Class exercises - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Trigonometry 1 - Angle of elevation

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

- Define angle of elevation
- Use clinometer to measure angles of elevation
- Calculate heights of buildings, trees and towers

- Use clinometer to measure angles
- Sketch diagrams showing angles of elevation
- Calculate unknown heights

What is angle of elevation and how do we use it?

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

- Practical assessment - Written tests - Oral questions

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
Area of Polygons - Calculating area using Area = ½abSinC

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

- Written assignments - Class exercises - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Area of Polygons - Heron's formula

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

- Determine area of triangle using Heron's formula
- Calculate semi-perimeter correctly
- Apply formula to triangles given three sides

- Calculate semi-perimeter
- Apply Heron's formula
- Compare with other methods

How do we use Heron's formula?

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

- Written assignments - Class exercises - Observation

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
Area of Polygons - Area of octagon

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
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 156
- Reference materials

- Written tests - Practical work - Oral questions

Measurements and Geometry

Area of Polygons - Irregular polygons
Area of Polygons - Real-life applications

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

- Determine area of irregular polygons
- Subdivide into regular shapes
- Apply to land surveying and floor plans

- Subdivide irregular polygons into regular shapes
- Calculate area of each shape
- Sum up to get total area

How do we calculate area of irregular polygons?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 159
- Geometrical instruments
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 163
- Reference materials
- Digital devices

- Written tests - Project work - Oral questions

Measurements and Geometry

Area of a Part of a Circle - Annulus

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

- Written tests - Practical activities - Oral questions

Measurements and Geometry

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

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

- Calculate area of sector of a circle
- Use formula Area = (θ/360°)πr²
- Apply to pizza slices and pie charts

- Use paper cut-outs to make sectors
- Calculate area using formula
- Solve problems involving sectors

How do we calculate the area of a sector?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 167
- Paper
- Scissors
- Compasses
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 170
- Diagrams
- Calculators
- Reference materials

- Written assignments - Practical work - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Area of a Part of a Circle - Segment of a circle
Area of a Part of a Circle - Problems on segments

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

- Define segment of a circle
- Calculate area of segment
- Apply formula: Area of sector - Area of triangle

- Draw segments of circles
- Calculate area of sector
- Subtract area of triangle

How do we calculate the area of a segment?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 172
- Geometrical instruments
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 174
- Calculators
- Reference materials

- Written assignments - Practical assessment - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Area of a Part of a Circle - Intersecting circles (introduction)

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

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Measurements and Geometry

Area of a Part of a Circle - Calculating common area
Area of a Part of a Circle - Complex problems

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

- Calculate area of common region
- Sum areas of two segments
- Solve problems involving intersecting circles

- Calculate area of each segment
- Sum to get common area
- Solve practical problems

How do we calculate the common area?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 177
- Calculators
- Geometrical instruments
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 179
- Reference materials
- Digital devices
- Calculators

- Written tests - Class exercises - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Area of a Part of a Circle - Making dartboard and necklaces
Area of a Part of a Circle - Review and assessment

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

- Make dartboard using concentric circles
- Create beaded necklaces using annular sectors
- Apply concepts creatively

- Make dartboard from available materials
- Create necklaces using beading techniques
- Present projects

How do we apply area concepts in creating designs?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 180
- Cardboard
- Beads
- Paints
- Compasses
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 181
- Calculators
- Past papers

- Project assessment - Peer evaluation - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Surface Area and Volume - Rectangular prism

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

- Written assignments - Practical activities - Observation

Measurements and Geometry

Surface Area and Volume - Triangular and other prisms
Surface Area and Volume - Pyramids

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

- Calculate surface area of triangular prisms
- Calculate surface area of other prisms
- Apply to tents and buildings

- Draw nets of triangular prisms
- Calculate surface areas
- Solve practical problems

How do we find surface area of triangular prisms?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 185
- Models of prisms
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 191
- Models of pyramids

- Written tests - Class exercises - Oral questions

Measurements and Geometry

Surface Area and Volume - Cones
Surface Area and Volume - Frustum of cone

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

- Calculate surface area of cones
- Use formulas for curved surface and base
- Apply to ice cream cones and funnels

- Make cone models from manila paper
- Calculate curved surface area πrl
- Calculate total surface area

How do we calculate surface area of cones?

- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 193
- Manila paper
- Compasses
- Calculators
- Mentor Core Mathematics Grade 10 pg. 195
- Cone models
- Scissors

- Written tests - Practical work - Oral questions

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