Living Things and Their Environment

Classification of Plants - Flowering and Non-flowering Plants

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

- Identify different types of flowering and non-flowering plants
- Classify plants into flowering and non-flowering plants
- Appreciate the diversity of plants

The learner is guided to:
- Collaboratively use print and non-print materials to search for images of flowering and non-flowering plants and share
- Identify flowering and non-flowering plants in their school environment
- Create a table to classify plants into flowering and non-flowering plants

How are plants classified?

- Super minds Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 1
- Digital devices
- Plants in the environment
- Plant images/charts

- Observation schedules - Oral questions - Written tests

Living Things and Their Environment

Classification of Plants - Flowering and Non-flowering Plants
Classification of Plants - Non-flowering Plants
Classification of Plants - Safety when Handling Plants
Classification of Plants - Parts of a Flower

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

- Name different flowering plants in their environment
- Identify the characteristics of flowering plants
- Show curiosity in observing flowering plants

The learner is guided to:
- Work in pairs to observe different flowering plants in the environment
- Identify and name flowering plants found in their locality
- Discuss characteristics of flowering plants and share with peers

What are the characteristics of flowering plants?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 3
- Digital resources
- Flowering plants from the environment
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 4
- Non-flowering plants from the environment
- Digital devices
- Protective gear (gloves, gumboots)
- Plant images/charts
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 7
- Flowers
- Charts showing parts of a flower

- Portfolio - Observation schedules - Written assignments

Living Things and Their Environment

Classification of Plants - Function of Flower Parts
Classification of Plants - Importance of Flowers in Nature

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

- Describe the functions of flower parts
- Relate each flower part to its function
- Value the importance of each part of a flower

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss the functions of each part of a flower
- Create a table showing parts of a flower and their functions
- Share findings with peers

What are the functions of the different parts of a flower?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 8
- Flowers
- Charts showing parts of a flower
- Digital devices
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 9
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 10
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Pictures of different flowers

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation schedules

Living Things and Their Environment

Classification of Plants - Classification Activities
Classification of Plants - Digital Skills Application

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

- Collect various plants from the environment
- Classify the collected plants into flowering and non-flowering
- Show responsibility when collecting plant specimens

The learner is guided to:
- Take a nature walk in the school environment
- Collect different types of plants (with caution)
- Classify the collected plants into flowering and non-flowering
- Create a display of the classified plants

How can we apply our knowledge of plant classification?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 10
- Plants in the environment
- Digital cameras
- Protective gear
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 11
- Digital devices
- Internet resources
- Digital storage media

- Projects - Portfolios - Observation schedules

Living Things and Their Environment

Classification of Plants - Drawing and Modeling
Classification of Plants - Digital Technology Integration

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

- Draw and color a flower
- Label parts of a flower accurately
- Show creativity in drawing flowers

The learner is guided to:
- Draw a flower and color it
- Label all parts of the flower correctly
- Use digital applications to create flower drawings
- Display their work and share with peers

How can we represent flowers artistically?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 11
- Drawing materials
- Coloring materials
- Digital devices with drawing applications
- Digital devices with drawing applications
- Internet resources
- Digital storage media

- Projects - Portfolios - Peer assessment

Living Things and Their Environment

Classification of Plants - Plant Care Activities
Classification of Plants - Assessment Activities

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

- Demonstrate plant care practices
- Explain importance of plant conservation
- Show responsibility in caring for plants

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss how to care for both flowering and non-flowering plants
- Identify plants in the school compound that need care
- Participate in plant care activities in the school compound

Why is plant conservation important?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 12
- Plants in the school compound
- Gardening tools
- Watering equipment
- Assessment worksheets
- Plant specimens
- Charts

- Observation schedules - Projects - Peer assessment

Living Things and Their Environment

Vertebrates - General Characteristics
Vertebrates - Classification Overview

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

- Define vertebrates
- Describe general characteristics of vertebrates
- Appreciate the diversity of vertebrates

The learner is guided to:
- Take a nature walk to observe animals with a backbone
- Discuss the characteristics common to all vertebrates
- Use digital devices to search for information about vertebrates

What are the key features of vertebrates?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 13
- Digital devices
- Charts showing vertebrates
- Pictures of various vertebrates
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 14
- Charts showing vertebrate classification

- Observation schedules - Oral questions - Written assignments

Living Things and Their Environment

Vertebrates - Mammals

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

- Identify the characteristics of mammals
- Name different mammals in their environment
- Appreciate the value of mammals

The learner is guided to:
- Observe pictures/videos of different mammals
- Discuss the characteristics of mammals
- Identify mammals found in their locality

What are the distinct features of mammals?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 15
- Digital devices
- Charts showing mammals
- Pictures of various mammals

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation schedules

Living Things and Their Environment

Vertebrates - Birds
Vertebrates - Reptiles

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

- Identify the characteristics of birds
- Name different birds in their environment
- Value the importance of birds

The learner is guided to:
- Observe pictures/videos of different birds
- Discuss the characteristics of birds
- Identify birds found in their locality

What are the distinct features of birds?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 16
- Digital devices
- Charts showing birds
- Pictures of various birds
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 17
- Charts showing reptiles
- Pictures of various reptiles

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation schedules

Living Things and Their Environment

Vertebrates - Amphibians
Vertebrates - Fish

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

- Identify the characteristics of amphibians
- Name different amphibians in their environment
- Appreciate the uniqueness of amphibians

The learner is guided to:
- Observe pictures/videos of different amphibians
- Discuss the characteristics of amphibians
- Identify amphibians found in their locality

What are the distinct features of amphibians?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 18
- Digital devices
- Charts showing amphibians
- Pictures of various amphibians
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 19
- Charts showing fish
- Pictures of various fish

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation schedules

Living Things and Their Environment

Vertebrates - Comparative Study
Vertebrates - Importance in the Environment

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

- Compare the characteristics of different vertebrate groups
- Create a comparison chart of vertebrate groups
- Show curiosity in exploring vertebrate diversity

The learner is guided to:
- Create a comparison chart showing characteristics of different vertebrate groups
- Identify similarities and differences among vertebrate groups
- Share their findings with peers

What similarities and differences exist among vertebrate groups?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 19
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Pictures of various vertebrates
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 20

- Projects - Written assignments - Peer assessment

Living Things and Their Environment

Vertebrates - Safety Precautions

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

- Identify safety precautions when observing or handling animals
- Demonstrate proper safety measures
- Show responsibility when interacting with animals

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss safety precautions when observing or handling animals
- Role-play proper safety measures
- Create a safety guide for interacting with animals

How can we safely observe and handle animals?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 23
- Digital devices
- Safety equipment
- Pictures illustrating safety practices

- Oral questions - Observation schedules - Role-plays

Living Things and Their Environment

Vertebrates - Portfolio Project Planning
Vertebrates - Portfolio Development

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

- Plan a portfolio project on vertebrates
- Identify materials needed for the project
- Show enthusiasm for the portfolio project

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss what a portfolio is and its purpose
- Plan a portfolio project on different categories of vertebrates
- Identify materials needed for the portfolio project

How can we organize information on vertebrates effectively?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 24
- Portfolio materials
- Digital devices
- Pictures of vertebrates

- Projects - Observation schedules - Peer assessment

Living Things and Their Environment

Vertebrates - Digital Portfolio Creation
Vertebrates - Portfolio Presentation

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

- Use digital devices to create a vertebrate portfolio
- Organize digital resources systematically
- Showcase digital literacy skills

The learner is guided to:
- Use digital devices to take pictures of vertebrates
- Create a digital portfolio of vertebrates
- Share their digital portfolios with peers

How can technology enhance our learning about vertebrates?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 24
- Digital devices
- Digital storage media
- Internet resources
- Completed portfolios
- Presentation space

- Digital projects - Peer assessment - Teacher observation

Living Things and Their Environment

Vertebrates - Assessment Activities
Vertebrates - Review Activities

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

- Demonstrate knowledge of vertebrate classification
- Apply skills in identifying vertebrate characteristics
- Show positive attitude towards vertebrate diversity

The learner is guided to:
- Complete assessment activities on vertebrate classification
- Identify vertebrates based on given characteristics
- Discuss their responses with peers

How well have we understood vertebrate classification?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 24
- Assessment worksheets
- Pictures of vertebrates
- Digital devices
- Review worksheets
- Digital devices
- Reference materials

- Written quizzes - Oral questions - Self-assessment

Living Things and Their Environment

The Human Breathing System - Parts of the Breathing System
The Human Breathing System - The Nose

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

- Identify the main parts of the human breathing system
- Draw and label the parts of the human breathing system
- Appreciate the complexity of the human breathing system

The learner is guided to:
- Watch videos on the human breathing system
- Identify the main parts of the human breathing system
- Draw and label the parts of the human breathing system

What makes up the human breathing system?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 25
- Digital devices
- Charts showing the human breathing system
- Video resources
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 26
- Charts showing the structure of the nose
- Models of the respiratory system

- Drawings - Written assignments - Oral questions

Living Things and Their Environment

The Human Breathing System - The Trachea

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

- Locate the trachea in the human body
- Describe the functions of the trachea
- Value the importance of the trachea in breathing

The learner is guided to:
- Feel the trachea by touching the front part of the neck
- Discuss the structure and functions of the trachea
- Create a chart showing the functions of the trachea

What is the role of the trachea in breathing?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 26
- Digital devices
- Charts showing the structure of the trachea
- Models of the respiratory system

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Projects

Living Things and Their Environment

The Human Breathing System - The Lungs
The Human Breathing System - The Diaphragm

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

- Identify the location and structure of the lungs
- Describe the functions of the lungs
- Appreciate the vital role of lungs in breathing

The learner is guided to:
- Observe the structure of the lungs using models or diagrams
- Discuss the functions of the lungs in breathing
- Create a chart showing the functions of the lungs

What is the role of the lungs in breathing?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 27
- Digital devices
- Charts showing the structure of the lungs
- Models of the respiratory system
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 28
- Charts showing the structure of the diaphragm

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Projects

Living Things and Their Environment

The Human Breathing System - Breathing Mechanism
The Human Breathing System - Model Creation Planning

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

- Explain the mechanism of breathing in and out
- Demonstrate the breathing process
- Show interest in understanding body functions

The learner is guided to:
- Place hands on both sides of the chest while breathing
- Observe what happens to the chest during breathing
- Discuss the mechanism of breathing in and out

How does the breathing process work?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 28
- Digital devices
- Charts showing the breathing mechanism
- Video resources
- Various locally available materials
- Charts showing models of the breathing system
- Digital resources

- Demonstrations - Oral questions - Written assignments

Living Things and Their Environment

The Human Breathing System - Model Creation
The Human Breathing System - Model Presentation

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

- Make a model of the human breathing system
- Demonstrate how the model works
- Show creativity in model creation

The learner is guided to:
- Use locally available materials to make a model of the breathing system
- Ensure the model demonstrates the breathing mechanism
- Label the parts of the model

How can we create functional models of the breathing system?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 29
- Locally available materials (bottles, balloons, straws, etc.)
- Scissors, string, rubber bands
- Labels
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 30
- Completed models
- Presentation space

- Projects - Demonstrations - Peer assessment

Living Things and Their Environment

The Human Breathing System - Common Conditions (Colds and Coughs)

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

- Identify symptoms of common colds and coughs
- Explain prevention measures for colds and coughs
- Show responsibility in preventing the spread of colds and coughs

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss symptoms of common colds and coughs
- Identify ways to prevent colds and coughs
- Demonstrate proper coughing and sneezing etiquette

What measures can help prevent respiratory conditions?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 31
- Digital devices
- Charts showing symptoms of colds and coughs
- Video resources

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Demonstrations

Living Things and Their Environment

The Human Breathing System - COVID-19
The Human Breathing System - Allergies

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

- Identify symptoms of COVID-19
- Explain prevention measures for COVID-19
- Show responsibility in preventing the spread of COVID-19

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss symptoms of COVID-19
- Identify ways to prevent COVID-19
- Demonstrate proper handwashing technique

How can we protect ourselves from COVID-19?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 32
- Digital devices
- Charts showing symptoms of COVID-19
- Video resources
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 33
- Charts showing symptoms of allergies

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Demonstrations

Living Things and Their Environment

The Human Breathing System - Asthma
The Human Breathing System - Comparison of Respiratory Conditions

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

- Identify symptoms of asthma
- Explain prevention measures for asthmatic attacks
- Show empathy towards people with asthma

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss symptoms of asthma
- Identify ways to prevent asthmatic attacks
- Create awareness posters on asthma

How can we manage asthma effectively?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 34
- Digital devices
- Charts showing symptoms of asthma
- Video resources
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 35
- Charts
- Reference materials

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Projects

Living Things and Their Environment

The Human Breathing System - Maintaining a Healthy Breathing System
The Human Breathing System - Personal Health Plan

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

- Explain the importance of maintaining a healthy breathing system
- Identify ways to maintain a healthy breathing system
- Show commitment to maintaining respiratory health

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss the importance of a healthy breathing system
- Identify ways to maintain respiratory health
- Create a personal plan for respiratory health

Why is it important to maintain a healthy breathing system?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 36
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Reference materials
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 37
- Reference materials
- Planning templates

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Projects

Living Things and Their Environment

The Human Breathing System - Campaign Planning

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

- Plan a respiratory health campaign
- Apply knowledge of respiratory health
- Show commitment to community health

The learner is guided to:
- Plan a respiratory health campaign for the school
- Create awareness materials for the campaign
- Identify key messages for the campaign

How can we promote respiratory health in our community?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 37
- Digital devices
- Art materials
- Reference materials

- Projects - Presentations - Peer assessment

Living Things and Their Environment
Mixtures
Mixtures
Mixtures

The Human Breathing System - Assessment Activities
Mixtures - Meaning of Mixtures
Mixtures - Identifying Mixtures in the Environment
Mixtures - Homogeneous Mixtures

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

- Demonstrate knowledge of the human breathing system
- Apply skills in identifying respiratory conditions
- Show positive attitude towards respiratory health

The learner is guided to:
- Complete assessment activities on the human breathing system
- Identify respiratory conditions based on given symptoms
- Discuss their responses with peers

How well have we understood the human breathing system?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 37
- Assessment worksheets
- Digital devices
- Reference materials
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 39
- Different types of mixtures
- Worksheets
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 40
- School environment
- Worksheets
- Digital devices
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 41
- Water, sugar, salt
- Containers
- Stirring rods

- Written quizzes - Oral questions - Self-assessment

Mixtures

Mixtures - Heterogeneous Mixtures
Mixtures - Types of Mixtures (Solid-Solid)
Mixtures - Types of Mixtures (Solid-Liquid)
Mixtures - Types of Mixtures (Liquid-Liquid)

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

- Define heterogeneous mixtures
- Identify examples of heterogeneous mixtures
- Appreciate the difference between homogeneous and heterogeneous mixtures

The learner is guided to:
- Prepare mixtures of water and sand
- Observe the non-uniformity of the mixture
- Discuss characteristics of heterogeneous mixtures

What makes a mixture heterogeneous?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 42
- Water, sand
- Containers
- Stirring rods
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 43
- Various solid materials (flour, sand, salt)
- Digital resources
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 44
- Water, various solids (salt, sugar, sand, flour)
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 45
- Various liquids (water, milk, cooking oil, kerosene)

- Oral questions - Practical activities - Written assignments

Mixtures

Mixtures - Separating Heterogeneous Mixtures (Winnowing)
Mixtures - Separating Heterogeneous Mixtures (Picking)

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

- Explain the process of winnowing
- Demonstrate the use of winnowing to separate mixtures
- Appreciate the application of winnowing in daily life

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss the principle of winnowing
- Demonstrate separation of mixtures by winnowing
- Identify applications of winnowing in daily life

How is winnowing used to separate mixtures?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 47
- Mixtures of light and heavy particles (rice and husks)
- Containers
- Mats
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 48
- Mixtures with big solid particles (maize and beans)
- Trays

- Practical activities - Oral questions - Written assignments

Mixtures

Mixtures - Separating Heterogeneous Mixtures (Sieving)
Mixtures - Separating Heterogeneous Mixtures (Using Magnet)

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

- Explain the process of sieving
- Demonstrate the use of sieving to separate mixtures
- Appreciate the application of sieving in daily life

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss the principle of sieving
- Demonstrate separation of mixtures by sieving
- Identify applications of sieving in daily life

How is sieving used to separate mixtures?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 49
- Mixtures of particles of different sizes
- Sieves
- Containers
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 52
- Mixtures containing magnetic materials
- Magnets
- Containers
- Gloves

- Practical activities - Oral questions - Written assignments

Mixtures

Mixtures - Separating Heterogeneous Mixtures (Filtration)
Mixtures - Separating Heterogeneous Mixtures (Decantation)

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

- Explain the process of filtration
- Demonstrate the use of filtration to separate mixtures
- Appreciate the application of filtration in daily life

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss the principle of filtration
- Demonstrate separation of mixtures by filtration
- Identify applications of filtration in daily life

How is filtration used to separate mixtures?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 51
- Mixtures of insoluble solids and liquids
- Filter materials (cloth, paper)
- Containers
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 50
- Containers
- Stirring rods

- Practical activities - Oral questions - Written assignments

Mixtures

Mixtures - Separating Heterogeneous Mixtures (Separating Funnel)
Water Pollution - Meaning of Water Pollution

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

- Explain the use of a separating funnel
- Demonstrate the use of a separating funnel to separate immiscible liquids
- Appreciate the importance of separating funnels

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss the principle of separating immiscible liquids
- Demonstrate separation using a separating funnel
- Identify applications of separating funnels in daily life

How is a separating funnel used to separate mixtures?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 53
- Immiscible liquids (water and kerosene)
- Separating funnel
- Containers
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 56
- Digital devices
- Pictures of clean and polluted water
- Video resources

- Practical activities - Oral questions - Written assignments

Mixtures

Water Pollution - Water Pollutants

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

- Identify common water pollutants
- Explain sources of water pollutants
- Show concern about water pollution

The learner is guided to:
- Walk around the school and neighborhood to identify water pollutants
- Record observations of harmful substances causing water pollution
- Discuss findings with peers

What are the common water pollutants in our environment?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 57
- School and neighborhood environment
- Protective gear (gumboots, gloves, masks)
- Recording materials

- Observation schedules - Written assignments - Peer assessment

Mixtures

Water Pollution - Human Activities Causing Water Pollution
Water Pollution - Soil as a Water Pollutant

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

- Identify human activities that cause water pollution
- Explain how these activities pollute water
- Show responsibility in preventing water pollution

The learner is guided to:
- Observe pictures showing activities that pollute water
- Discuss how human activities pollute water
- Identify activities in their locality that pollute water

How do human activities contribute to water pollution?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 58
- Digital devices
- Pictures showing water pollution
- Video resources
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 59
- Pictures showing soil erosion

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Projects

Mixtures

Water Pollution - Effects on Animals
Water Pollution - Effects on Humans

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

- Explain effects of water pollution on animals
- Identify animals affected by water pollution
- Show concern for animals affected by polluted water

The learner is guided to:
- Observe pictures showing effects of polluted water on animals
- Discuss how polluted water affects animals
- Create awareness posters on protecting animals from water pollution

How does water pollution affect animals?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 60
- Digital devices
- Pictures showing effects of water pollution
- Art materials
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 61

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Projects

Mixtures

Water Pollution - Effects on Plants
Water Pollution - Methods of Reducing Water Pollution (Waste Disposal)

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

- Explain effects of water pollution on plants
- Identify plants affected by water pollution
- Show concern for plants affected by polluted water

The learner is guided to:
- Observe pictures showing effects of polluted water on plants
- Discuss how polluted water affects plant growth
- Create awareness posters on protecting plants from water pollution

How does water pollution affect plants?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 62
- Digital devices
- Pictures showing effects of water pollution
- Art materials
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 63
- Pictures showing waste disposal
- Waste bins
- Protective gear

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Projects

Mixtures

Water Pollution - Methods of Reducing Water Pollution (Dirty Water Disposal)
Water Pollution - Methods of Reducing Water Pollution (Soil Erosion Control)

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

- Explain proper disposal of dirty water
- Demonstrate proper disposal of dirty water
- Show responsibility in dirty water management

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss how to properly dispose of dirty water
- Identify ways to reuse dirty water
- Create a flowchart showing proper dirty water management

How can proper dirty water disposal reduce water pollution?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 64
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Art materials
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 65
- School compound
- Pictures showing soil erosion control

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Projects

Mixtures

Water Pollution - Basic Methods of Water Treatment (Boiling)

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

- Explain the process of boiling water
- Demonstrate boiling as a water treatment method
- Appreciate the importance of boiling water

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss the process of boiling water for treatment
- Observe pictures showing water boiling
- Discuss safety measures when boiling water

How does boiling make water safe?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 66
- Digital devices
- Pictures showing water boiling
- Heat source (under teacher supervision)

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation schedules

Mixtures

Water Pollution - Basic Methods of Water Treatment (Filtration)
Water Pollution - Basic Methods of Water Treatment (Chemical Treatment)

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

- Explain the process of water filtration
- Demonstrate water filtration
- Show interest in water filtration methods

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss the process of water filtration
- Demonstrate simple water filtration using locally available materials
- Discuss the limitations of filtration

How effective is filtration in water treatment?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 67
- Dirty water
- Filter materials (cloth, sand)
- Containers
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 68
- Digital devices
- Pictures showing chemical water treatment
- Water treatment chemicals (under teacher supervision)

- Practical activities - Oral questions - Written assignments

Mixtures

Water Pollution - Basic Methods of Water Treatment (Solar Treatment)
Water Pollution - Water Filter Project Planning

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

- Explain solar treatment of water
- Identify situations where solar treatment is appropriate
- Appreciate the use of renewable energy for water treatment

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss solar treatment of water
- Observe pictures showing solar water treatment
- Discuss the advantages and limitations of solar treatment

How effective is solar treatment of water?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 69
- Digital devices
- Pictures showing solar water treatment
- Clear bottles for solar treatment demonstration
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 70
- Pictures of water filters
- Planning worksheets

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation schedules

Mixtures

Water Pollution - Water Filter Construction
Water Pollution - Water Filter Testing
Water Pollution - Water Filter Presentation

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

- Make a functional water filter
- Explain how the water filter works
- Show creativity in filter construction

The learner is guided to:
- Use locally available materials to make a water filter
- Layer the filtering materials in the correct order
- Test the water filter

How can we construct a functional water filter?

- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 70
- Plastic bottles
- Gravel, sand, charcoal, cloth
- Scissors, string
- Dirty water
- Mentor Science and Technology Learner's Book pg. 71
- Completed water filters
- Dirty water
- Clean containers
- Presentation space

- Projects - Demonstrations - Peer assessment