Numbers

Pre-Number Activities - Sorting objects according to colour

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

-Sort objects according to colour
-Group objects of the same colour
-Show interest in sorting and grouping objects
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-In pairs, sort and group objects according to colour
-Use letters to sort and group objects according to colour
-Discuss the importance of sorting and grouping objects in daily life
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How can we group objects according to their colours?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 1
-Counters of different colours
-Bottle tops
-Colored pictures
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Numbers

Pre-Number Activities - Sorting objects according to size
Pre-Number Activities - Sorting objects according to texture

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

-Compare objects according to size
-Group objects as big or small
-Show interest in comparing objects according to size
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-In groups, compare objects according to size
-Point out and show small objects
-Point out and show big objects
-Write 'big' or 'small' to describe objects
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How can we compare objects according to size?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 2
-Objects of different sizes
-Bottles
-Books
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KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 3
Objects with different textures
Rough and smooth surfaces

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Numbers

Pre-Number Activities - Sorting objects according to use

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

-Identify objects used together
-Group objects according to their use
-Appreciate the relationship between objects and their uses
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-In groups, look at objects and identify those used together
-Use letters to show objects used together
-Match objects that are used together
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How can we identify objects that are used together?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 4
-Common household items
-School supplies
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Numbers

Pre-Number Activities - Pairing and matching objects

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

-Pair same objects together
-Match objects that are the same
-Show interest in pairing and matching activities
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-In pairs, match same objects
-Identify objects that are the same
-Use letters to indicate objects that are the same
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How do we pair objects that are the same?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 5
-Pairs of identical objects
-Pictures of similar objects
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Numbers

Pre-Number Activities - Pairing and matching by shape
Pre-Number Activities - Pairing and matching by texture

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

-Identify objects with the same shape
-Match objects according to shape
-Develop interest in shape matching activities
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-In groups, pair objects that match by shape
-Use letters to pair objects of the same shape
-Discuss how shapes are important in daily life
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How can we match objects by their shapes?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 6
-Objects of different shapes
-Shape cutouts
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KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 7
Objects with different textures
Fabric samples

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -

Numbers

Pre-Number Activities - Ordering objects from smallest to biggest

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

-Compare sizes of objects
-Arrange objects from smallest to biggest
-Appreciate ordering objects in daily activities
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-In groups, compare sizes of objects
-Use letters to arrange objects from smallest to biggest
-Practice ordering objects of different sizes
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How can we arrange objects from smallest to biggest?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 8
-Objects of different sizes
-Pictures showing size sequence
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Numbers

Pre-Number Activities - Ordering objects from biggest to smallest

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

-Compare sizes of objects
-Arrange objects from biggest to smallest
-Develop interest in sequencing activities
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-In groups, compare objects of different sizes
-Use letters to arrange objects from biggest to smallest
-Discuss real-life situations where ordering by size is important
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How can we arrange objects from biggest to smallest?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 9
-Objects of different sizes
-Plastic bottles of different sizes
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -

Numbers

Pre-Number Activities - Creating patterns with objects
Pre-Number Activities - Creating different patterns

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

-Identify patterns of objects
-Create patterns using different objects
-Show interest in pattern activities
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-Observe and identify patterns made with pencils
-Make patterns using pencils and bottle tops
-Create patterns using bean seeds and maize seeds
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How can we create different patterns using objects?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 10
-Pencils of different colors
-Bottle tops
-Bean and maize seeds
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KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 11
Counters
Pencils

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Numbers

Pre-Number Activities - Making patterns with buttons

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

-Identify patterns with buttons
-Create patterns using buttons
-Show interest in creating patterns
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-Observe patterns made with buttons
-Make patterns using buttons of different sizes and colors
-Create two different patterns using given items
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How many different patterns can you make with buttons?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 12
-Buttons of different sizes and colors
-Other pattern-making materials
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -

Numbers

Pre-Number Activities - Counting pencils

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

-Count objects up to 10
-Identify number of objects in a group
-Show interest in counting activities
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-Count and say the number of pencils
-Count objects in the classroom
-Identify groups with specific numbers of objects
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How many pencils can you count?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 13
-Pencils
-Counters
-Objects for counting
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Numbers

Pre-Number Activities - Counting in ones up to 20
Pre-Number Activities - Counting in ones up to 30

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

-Count numbers in ones up to 20
-Count specific objects up to 20
-Appreciate counting in daily activities
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-In groups, clap as they count up to 20
-Count and say the number of balls
-Count and say the number of carrots
-Count and say the number of stars
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How can we count objects up to 20?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 14
-Counters
-Pictures of objects for counting
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KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 15
Pictures with objects to count
Skipping rope

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Numbers

Pre-Number Activities - Counting sweets and sticks

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

-Count specific objects up to 30
-Identify groups with specific numbers
-Develop interest in counting items
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-Count and say the number of sweets
-Count and say the number of sticks
-Count objects in the classroom environment
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How can we count different items correctly?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 16
-Pictures of sweets and sticks
-Actual counting sticks
-Counters
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Numbers

Pre-Number Activities - Counting ants and buttons

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

-Count objects up to 40
-Compare different quantities
-Show interest in counting larger groups
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-Count and say the number of ants
-Count and say the number of buttons
-Compare quantities of different objects
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Which group has more objects?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 17
-Pictures of ants and buttons
-Actual buttons for counting
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Numbers

Pre-Number Activities - Counting in ones up to 50

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

-Count numbers in ones up to 50
-Count objects up to 50
-Appreciate counting in daily life activities
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-In groups of three, count stones in turns up to 50
-Count and say the number of buttons
-Practice counting daily objects up to 50
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How can we count objects up to 50?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 18
-Stones
-Buttons
-Number charts
-

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -

Numbers

Pre-Number Activities - Classification of objects
Whole Numbers - Counting forward up to 20

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

-Classify objects by multiple attributes
-Sort objects by both color and size
-Show interest in classification activities
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-In groups, collect and classify objects by multiple attributes
-Sort objects by both color and size
-Discuss real-life examples of classification
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How can we classify objects in different ways?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 19
-Objects of different colors and sizes
-Sorting trays
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KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 27
Number cards 120
Counters
Number charts

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Numbers

Whole Numbers - Counting by 2's up to 20

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

-Count by 2's up to 20
-Identify even numbers up to 20
-Develop interest in skip counting
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-In pairs/groups, count by 2's up to 20 using concrete objects
-Practice skip counting using body parts
-Play games involving counting by 2's
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How can we count by 2's up to 20?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 28
-Counters arranged in pairs
-Number cards
-Number charts
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -

Numbers

Whole Numbers - Counting forward up to 30

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

-Count numbers forward up to 30
-Read numbers 1 to 30
-Show interest in counting larger numbers
-

-Take turns in counting numbers forward up to 30
-Use number cards to identify numbers up to 30
-Practice writing numbers 1 to 30
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How can we count forward up to 30?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 29
-Number cards 1-30
-Counters
-Number charts
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Numbers

Whole Numbers - Counting forward up to 40
Whole Numbers - Counting forward up to 50

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

-Count numbers forward up to 40
-Read numbers 1 to 40
-Develop interest in counting larger quantities
-

-Take turns in counting numbers forward up to 40
-Use number cards to identify numbers up to 40
-Practice writing numbers 1 to 40
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How can we count forward up to 40?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 30
-Number cards 1-40
-Counters
-Number charts
-
KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 31
Number cards 150

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -

Numbers

Whole Numbers - Counting backwards from 10

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

-Count numbers backwards from 10
-Identify preceding numbers
-Develop interest in backward counting
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-In pairs/groups, count numbers backwards from 10
-Use number cards to practice counting backwards
-Play games involving backward counting
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How can we count backwards from 10?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 32
-Number cards 1-10
-Counters
-Number charts
-

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -

Numbers

Whole Numbers - Counting backwards from 20

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

-Count numbers backwards from 20
-Identify preceding numbers
-Show interest in backward counting
-

-In pairs/groups, count numbers backwards from 20
-Use number cards to practice counting backwards
-Play games involving backward counting
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How can we count backwards from 20?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 33
-Number cards 1-20
-Counters
-Number charts
-

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Numbers

Whole Numbers - Counting backwards from 30
Whole Numbers - Representing numbers using objects (1-10)

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

-Count numbers backwards from 30
-Identify preceding numbers
-Appreciate backward counting in daily activities
-

-In pairs/groups, count numbers backwards from 30
-Use number cards to practice counting backwards
-Play games involving backward counting
-

How can we count backwards from 30?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 34
-Number cards 1-30
-Counters
-Number charts
-
KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 35
Number cards
Drawing materials

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -

Numbers

Whole Numbers - Representing numbers using objects (11-20)

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

-Represent numbers 11 to 20 using objects
-Count specific quantities of objects
-Develop interest in representing numbers with objects
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-In pairs/groups, play games representing numbers 11 to 20 using objects
-Draw pictures to represent numbers
-Match numbers to sets of objects
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How can we show numbers 11 to 20 using objects?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 36
-Counters
-Number cards
-Drawing materials
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -

Numbers

Whole Numbers - Representing numbers using objects (21-30)

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

-Represent numbers 21 to 30 using objects
-Count specific quantities of objects
-Show interest in representing larger numbers
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-In pairs/groups, play games representing numbers 21 to 30 using objects
-Draw pictures to represent numbers
-Match numbers to sets of objects
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How can we show numbers 21 to 30 using objects?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 37
-Counters
-Number cards
-Drawing materials
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Numbers

Whole Numbers - Reading and writing numbers 1 to 10 in symbols
Whole Numbers - Reading and writing numbers 11 to 20 in symbols

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

-Read numbers 1 to 10 in symbols
-Write numbers 1 to 10 in symbols
-Develop interest in reading and writing numbers
-

-Practice reading numbers 1 to 10 in symbols
-Practice writing numbers 1 to 10 in symbols
-Match number symbols with corresponding quantities
-

How do we read and write numbers 1 to 10?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 38
-Number cards
-Writing materials
-Number charts
-
KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 39

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Numbers

Whole Numbers - Reading and writing numbers 21 to 30 in symbols

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

-Read numbers 21 to 30 in symbols
-Write numbers 21 to 30 in symbols
-Develop interest in reading and writing larger numbers
-

-Practice reading numbers 21 to 30 in symbols
-Practice writing numbers 21 to 30 in symbols
-Match number symbols with corresponding quantities
-

How do we read and write numbers 21 to 30?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 40
-Number cards
-Writing materials
-Number charts
-

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Numbers

Whole Numbers - Reading and writing numbers 31 to 40 in symbols

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

-Read numbers 31 to 40 in symbols
-Write numbers 31 to 40 in symbols
-Show interest in reading and writing larger numbers
-

-Practice reading numbers 31 to 40 in symbols
-Practice writing numbers 31 to 40 in symbols
-Match number symbols with corresponding quantities
-

How do we read and write numbers 31 to 40?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 41
-Number cards
-Writing materials
-Number charts
-

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -

Numbers

Whole Numbers - Reading and writing numbers 41 to 50 in symbols

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

-Read numbers 41 to 50 in symbols
-Write numbers 41 to 50 in symbols
-Appreciate reading and writing larger numbers
-

-Practice reading numbers 41 to 50 in symbols
-Practice writing numbers 41 to 50 in symbols
-Match number symbols with corresponding quantities
-

How do we read and write numbers 41 to 50?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 42
-Number cards
-Writing materials
-Number charts
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Numbers

Whole Numbers - Reading and writing numbers 1 to 5 in words
Whole Numbers - Reading and writing numbers 6 to 10 in words

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

-Read numbers 1 to 5 in words
-Write numbers 1 to 5 in words
-Show interest in reading and writing number words
-

-Practice reading numbers 1 to 5 in words
-Practice writing numbers 1 to 5 in words
-Match number words with symbols and quantities
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How do we read and write numbers 1 to 5 in words?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 43
-Number word cards
-Writing materials
-Flash cards
-
KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 44

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Numbers

Whole Numbers - Identifying missing numbers in patterns up to 10

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

-Identify missing numbers in patterns up to 10
-Fill in missing numbers in sequences
-Show interest in completing number patterns
-

-Identify and fill in missing numbers in sequences up to 10
-Create number patterns and share with peers
-Play games involving missing numbers
-

How can we find missing numbers in a pattern?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 45
-Number charts with missing numbers
-Number cards
-

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Numbers

Whole Numbers - Identifying missing numbers in patterns up to 20

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

-Identify missing numbers in patterns up to 20
-Fill in missing numbers in sequences
-Develop interest in number patterns
-

-Identify and fill in missing numbers in sequences up to 20
-Create number patterns and share with peers
-Play games involving missing numbers
-

How can we find missing numbers in a pattern up to 20?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 46
-Number charts with missing numbers
-Number cards
-

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -

Numbers

Whole Numbers - Creating number patterns up to 20
Whole Numbers - Creating number patterns up to 50

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

-Create patterns with numbers up to 20
-Extend number patterns
-Show interest in creating number patterns
-

-In pairs/groups, create patterns with numbers up to 20
-Share created patterns with other groups
-Extend given number patterns
-

What interesting number patterns can we create?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 47
-Number cards
-Number charts
-
KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 48

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Numbers

Whole Numbers - Comparing numbers up to 20

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

-Compare numbers up to 20 using more than, less than, or equal to
-Arrange numbers in ascending order
-Show interest in comparing numbers
-

-Use concrete objects to compare quantities
-Practice using 'more than', 'less than', and 'equal to' when comparing numbers
-Arrange number cards in ascending order
-

How can we compare numbers up to 20?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 49
-Number cards
-Counters
-

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -

Numbers

Whole Numbers - Comparing numbers up to 50

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

-Compare numbers up to 50 using more than, less than, or equal to
-Arrange numbers in ascending order
-Develop interest in comparing larger numbers
-

-Use number cards to compare numbers up to 50
-Practice using 'more than', 'less than', and 'equal to' when comparing numbers
-Arrange number cards in ascending order
-

How can we compare numbers up to 50?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 50
-Number cards
-Number charts
-

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Numbers

Whole Numbers - Playing number games
Whole Numbers - Representing numbers using base ten materials

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

-Play games involving whole numbers up to 50
-Follow rules in number games
-Appreciate numbers through play activities
-

-Play games involving whole numbers using digital devices
-Play traditional number games
-Create simple number games and share with peers
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How can we use games to learn about numbers?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 51
-Digital devices (if available)
-Number cards
-Number charts
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KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 52
Base ten materials
Bundled sticks
Place value charts

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -

Measurement

Length - Comparing length - Longer than

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

-Compare the length of two objects
-Identify objects which are longer than others
-Show interest in comparing lengths
-

-In pairs, get a pencil and a stick to compare their lengths
-Identify which one is longer
-Use other items to compare lengths
-

How do you compare the length of two objects?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 113
-Sticks
-Pencils
-Rulers
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Measurement

Length - Comparing length - Shorter than

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

-Compare the length of two objects
-Identify objects which are shorter than others
-Develop interest in comparing lengths
-

-In pairs, compare the length of various objects
-Identify which ones are shorter than others
-Complete sentences using "shorter than"
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How can you tell if an object is shorter than another?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 114
-Pens
-Sticks
-Pencils
-Spoons
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -

Measurement

Length - Comparing length - Same as
Length - Comparing length of various objects

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

-Compare the length of two objects
-Identify objects which are the same length
-Show interest in comparing lengths
-

-In pairs, get two new rulers to compare their lengths
-Identify objects that are of the same length
-Complete sentences using "same as"
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How can we find objects that are of the same length?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 115
-Rulers
-Pencils of same length
-Pens of same length
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KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 116
Various objects to compare

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Measurement

Length - Measuring length using non-standard units (1)

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

-Measure length using arbitrary units
-Compare measurements using the same unit
-Show interest in measuring length
-

-In pairs, use a stick to measure one side of the window
-Use a pencil to measure the same length
-Compare measurements with other groups
-

What can be used to measure the length of objects?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 117
-Sticks
-Pencils
-Objects to measure
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Measurement

Length - Measuring length using non-standard units (2)

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

-Measure length using pens and sticks
-Record measurements using non-standard units
-Develop interest in measuring length
-

-Use Biro pen and stick to measure length of blackboard ruler, table, chalkboard, newspaper, door and window
-Record the measurements in a table
-Compare measurements with other groups
-

How many pens or sticks long are different objects?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 118
-Pens
-Sticks
-Objects to measure
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -

Measurement

Length - Measuring length using hand-spans
Length - Measuring length using steps

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

-Measure length using hand-spans
-Record measurements using hand-spans
-Show interest in measuring using hand-spans
-

-In pairs, use a hand-span to measure the length of the teacher's table
-Measure various objects using hand-spans
-Record and compare measurements with other groups
-

How many hand-spans long are different objects?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 119
-Objects to measure
-Recording sheets
-
KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 120

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Measurement

Length - Using and comparing non-standard units

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

-Measure objects using different non-standard units
-Compare measurements using different units
-Show interest in measuring length
-

-Measure the same object using different non-standard units (hand spans, steps, pencils)
-Record the measurements
-Discuss why measurements differ when using different units
-

Why do we get different measurements when using different objects to measure?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 121
-Various measuring units
-Objects to measure
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Measurement

Length - Applying length measurement to real-life situations

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

-Apply length measurement in real-life situations
-Measure objects in the environment
-Appreciate the use of length measurement in daily life
-

-Discuss real-life situations where length measurement is used
-Measure various objects in the school environment
-Record and share findings
-

Where do we use length measurement in our daily lives?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 122
-Objects in the environment
-Non-standard measuring units
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -

Measurement

Mass - Comparing mass - Heavier than

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

-Compare the mass of objects
-Identify objects which are heavier than others
-Show interest in comparing mass
-

-In pairs, collect safe objects of different mass
-Compare objects to identify which is heavier
-Use "heavier than" to make comparison statements
-

How can you compare the mass of two objects?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 124
-Objects of different mass
-Balance scales
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Measurement

Mass - Comparing mass - Lighter than
Mass - Comparing mass - Same as

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

-Compare the mass of objects
-Identify objects which are lighter than others
-Develop interest in comparing mass
-

-In pairs, collect safe objects of different mass
-Compare objects to identify which is lighter
-Use "lighter than" to make comparison statements
-

How can you tell if an object is lighter than another?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 125
-Objects of different mass
-Balance scales
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KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 126
Objects of different and same mass

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -

Measurement

Mass - Comparing mass of various objects

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

-Compare mass using "heavier than," "lighter than," or "same as"
-Write appropriate comparison statements
-Develop interest in comparing mass
-

-Compare various objects and identify which is heavier, lighter, or the same mass
-Write "heavier than," "lighter than," or "same as" to complete sentences
-Practice comparing mass of objects in the classroom
-

Which objects are heavier than, lighter than, or have the same mass as others?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 127
-Various objects to compare
-Balance scales
-

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -

Measurement

Mass - Measuring mass using non-standard units (1)

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

-Measure mass using arbitrary units
-Compare measurements using the same unit
-Show interest in measuring mass
-

-In groups, use an identified empty container of known mass to measure the mass of other objects
-Measure the mass of beans, maize, or flour
-Record measurements and share with other groups
-

How can we measure the mass of objects using non-standard units?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 128
-Empty containers
-Beans, maize, or flour
-Balance scales
-

-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Measurement

Mass - Measuring mass using non-standard units (2)
Mass - Using and comparing non-standard units for mass

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

-Measure mass using various non-standard units
-Record measurements using non-standard units
-Develop interest in measuring mass
-

-Measure the mass of various objects using different non-standard units
-Record measurements in a table
-Compare measurements with other groups
-

How many bottle tops or stones does it take to balance different objects?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 129
-Bottle tops, stones, beans
-Objects to measure
-Balance scales
-
KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 130
Various measuring units

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -

Measurement

Mass - Applying mass measurement to real-life situations

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

-Apply mass measurement in real-life situations
-Measure objects in the environment
-Appreciate the use of mass measurement in daily life
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-Discuss real-life situations where mass measurement is used
-Measure various objects in the school environment
-Record and share findings
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Where do we use mass measurement in our daily lives?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 131
-Objects in the environment
-Non-standard measuring units
-Balance scales
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -

Measurement

Mass - Playing games involving mass

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

-Play games involving mass
-Follow rules in mass games
-Show interest in mass activities
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-Play games involving mass using digital devices (if available)
-Play simple mass guessing games
-Take turns in mass comparison games
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How can we use games to learn about mass?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 132
-Digital devices (if available)
-Objects for mass games
-Balance scales
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Measurement

Capacity - Comparing capacity - More than
Capacity - Comparing capacity - Less than

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

-Compare the capacity of containers
-Identify containers which hold more than others
-Show interest in comparing capacity
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-In pairs, collect safe containers of different sizes
-Fill containers with water to compare which holds more
-Use "more than" to make comparison statements
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How can you compare the capacity of two containers?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 141
-Containers of different sizes
-Water
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KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 142

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -

Measurement

Capacity - Comparing capacity - Same as

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

-Compare the capacity of containers
-Identify containers with the same capacity
-Show interest in comparing capacity
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-In pairs, collect containers that might have same capacity
-Fill containers with water to find those with same capacity
-Use "same as" to make comparison statements
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How can we find containers that have the same capacity?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 143
-Containers of different and same capacity
-Water
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -

Measurement

Capacity - Comparing capacity of various containers

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

-Compare capacity using "more than," "less than," or "same as"
-Write appropriate comparison statements
-Develop interest in comparing capacity
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-Compare various containers and identify which holds more, less, or the same
-Write "more than," "less than," or "same as" to complete sentences
-Practice comparing capacity of containers in the classroom
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Which containers hold more than, less than, or same as others?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 144
-Various containers to compare
-Water
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -

Measurement

Capacity - Measuring capacity using non-standard units (1)
Capacity - Measuring capacity using non-standard units (2)

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

-Measure capacity using arbitrary units
-Compare measurements using the same unit
-Show interest in measuring capacity
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-In pairs/groups, fill basins with water using different small containers
-Count the number of small containers used to fill the basin
-Compare measurements with other groups
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How can we measure the capacity of containers using non-standard units?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 145
-Small containers
-Basins
-Water
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KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 146
Cups, spoons
Containers to measure

-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -

Measurement

Capacity - Using and comparing non-standard units for capacity

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

-Measure containers using different non-standard units
-Compare measurements using different units
-Show interest in measuring capacity
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-Measure the capacity of the same container using different non-standard units (cups, spoons, bottle caps)
-Record the measurements
-Discuss why measurements differ when using different units
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Why do we get different measurements when using different containers to measure capacity?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 147
-Various measuring units
-Containers to measure
-Water
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written tests -

Measurement

Capacity - Applying capacity measurement to real-life situations

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

-Apply capacity measurement in real-life situations
-Measure containers in the environment
-Appreciate the use of capacity measurement in daily life
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-Discuss real-life situations where capacity measurement is used
-Measure capacity of various containers in the school environment
-Record and share findings
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Where do we use capacity measurement in our daily lives?

-KLB Mathematical Activities Grade 1 Learner's Book pg. 148
-Containers in the environment
-Non-standard measuring units
-Water
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-Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments -