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Addition – Estimating sum by rounding off

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

- Estimate sum by rounding off the addends to the nearest hundred and thousand.
- Apply estimation in real life situations.
- Appreciate the importance of estimation in daily life.

The learner is guided to:
- Estimate sums by rounding off the addends to the nearest hundred and thousand using a number line.
- Compare estimated sums with actual sums.
- Discuss situations where estimation is more practical than exact calculation.
- Practice estimation in real-life contexts.

Why do we need to estimate sums in real life?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 36.
- Number line.
- Number cards.
- Chart showing rounding off examples.
- Real-life problems for estimation.

- Observation. - Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group presentation.

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Addition – Creating patterns involving addition

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

- Create patterns involving addition of numbers up to a sum of 1,000,000.
- Identify and extend number patterns involving addition.
- Appreciate patterns in mathematics.

The learner is guided to:
- Create patterns involving addition of numbers up to a sum of 1,000,000 using number cards and other resources.
- Identify rules in addition patterns.
- Extend given addition patterns.
- Create their own addition patterns and share with classmates.

How can you create patterns in addition?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 38.
- Number cards.
- Chart showing number patterns.
- Digital devices (optional).
- Pattern worksheets.

- Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group work observation. - Individual assessment.

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Subtraction – Subtraction of up to 6-digit numbers without regrouping

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

- Subtract up to 6-digit numbers without regrouping.
- Use place value apparatus for subtraction.
- Appreciate subtraction in real life situations.

The learner is guided to:
- Work out subtraction of up to 6-digit numbers without regrouping using place value apparatus.
- Create and solve subtraction problems.
- Discuss practical applications of subtraction in real life.
- Share their work with other groups.

Where is subtraction used in real life?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 40.
- Place value apparatus.
- Abacus.
- Number cards.
- Chart with subtraction examples.

- Observation. - Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group work assessment.

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Subtraction – Subtraction of up to 6-digit numbers with regrouping

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

- Subtract up to 6-digit numbers with regrouping.
- Use place value apparatus for subtraction with regrouping.
- Appreciate subtraction in real life situations.

The learner is guided to:
- Work out subtraction of up to 6-digit numbers with regrouping using place value apparatus.
- Practice subtraction with regrouping using abacus and number cards.
- Solve subtraction problems involving regrouping.
- Discuss real-life contexts where subtraction with regrouping is applied.

How does subtraction with regrouping help us solve real-life problems?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 42.
- Place value apparatus.
- Abacus.
- Number cards.
- Chart with subtraction examples.

- Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group work observation. - Individual assessment.

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Subtraction – Subtraction of up to 6-digit numbers with regrouping

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

- Apply subtraction of up to 6-digit numbers with regrouping in problem solving.
- Develop strategies for subtraction with regrouping.
- Show genuine interest in subtraction.

The learner is guided to:
- Practice more examples of subtraction with regrouping.
- Create and solve real-life problems involving subtraction with regrouping.
- Develop and share strategies for subtraction with regrouping.
- Play games involving subtraction of numbers.

Where do we use subtraction with regrouping in real life?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 43.
- Place value apparatus.
- Abacus.
- Number cards.
- Games involving subtraction.

- Observation. - Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group presentation.

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Subtraction – Estimating difference by rounding off

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

- Estimate difference by rounding off the minuend and subtrahend to the nearest hundred and thousand.
- Apply estimation in real life situations.
- Appreciate the importance of estimation in daily life.

The learner is guided to:
- Estimate differences by rounding off the minuend and subtrahend to the nearest hundred and thousand using a number line.
- Compare estimated differences with actual differences.
- Discuss situations where estimation is more practical than exact calculation.
- Practice estimation in real-life contexts.

Why do we need to estimate differences in real life?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 45.
- Number line.
- Number cards.
- Chart showing rounding off examples.
- Real-life problems for estimation.

- Observation. - Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group presentation.

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Subtraction – Combined operations (addition and subtraction)

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

- Perform combined operations involving addition and subtraction.
- Apply the correct order of operations.
- Appreciate combined operations in real life.

The learner is guided to:
- Work out questions involving addition and subtraction.
- Apply the correct order of operations.
- Create and solve problems involving combined operations.
- Discuss real-life applications of combined operations.

Where do we use combined operations in real life?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 47.
- Number wheel.
- Number cards.
- Chart showing combined operations.
- Real-life problems.

- Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group work observation. - Individual assessment.

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Subtraction – Creating patterns involving subtraction

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

- Create patterns involving subtraction from up to 1,000,000.
- Identify and extend number patterns involving subtraction.
- Appreciate patterns in mathematics.

The learner is guided to:
- Create patterns involving subtraction of whole numbers from up to 1,000,000 using number charts.
- Identify rules in subtraction patterns.
- Extend given subtraction patterns.
- Create their own subtraction patterns and share with classmates.

How can you create number patterns involving subtraction?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 48.
- Number cards.
- Chart showing number patterns.
- Digital devices (optional).
- Pattern worksheets.

- Observation. - Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group presentation.

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Multiplication – Multiply up to a 3-digit number by up to a 2-digit number

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

- Multiply up to a 3-digit number by up to a 2-digit number.
- Apply multiplication skills in real life situations.
- Appreciate the use of multiplication in real life.

The learner is guided to:
- Work out multiplication of up to a 3-digit number by up to a 2-digit number using different methods.
- Practice multiplication using multiplication tables.
- Create and solve multiplication problems.
- Discuss real-life applications of multiplication.

Where is multiplication used in real life?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 50.
- Multiplication tables.
- Number cards.
- Chart with multiplication examples.
- Real-life problems.

- Observation. - Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group work assessment.

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Multiplication – Multiply up to a 3-digit number by up to a 2-digit number

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

- Apply multiplication of 3-digit by 2-digit numbers in problem solving.
- Develop strategies for multiplication.
- Show genuine interest in multiplication.

The learner is guided to:
- Practice more examples of multiplication of 3-digit by 2-digit numbers.
- Create and solve real-life problems involving multiplication.
- Develop and share strategies for multiplication.
- Play games involving multiplication of numbers.

How can multiplication help us solve real-life problems?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 51.
- Multiplication tables.
- Number cards.
- Games involving multiplication.
- Real-life multiplication problems.

- Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group work observation. - Individual assessment.

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Multiplication – Multiply up to a 3-digit number by up to a 2-digit number

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

- Multiply up to a 3-digit number by up to a 2-digit number using different methods.
- Compare different methods of multiplication.
- Apply multiplication in real-life contexts.

The learner is guided to:
- Explore different methods for multiplying 3-digit by 2-digit numbers.
- Compare and discuss the efficiency of different methods.
- Solve complex multiplication problems.
- Apply multiplication in real-life contexts.

What are some efficient methods for multiplication?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 52.
- Multiplication tables.
- Chart showing different multiplication methods.
- Digital devices (optional).
- Real-life problems.

- Observation. - Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group presentation.

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Multiplication – Estimating product by rounding off

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

- Estimate product by rounding off numbers to the nearest ten.
- Apply estimation in real life situations.
- Appreciate the importance of estimation in daily life.

The learner is guided to:
- Estimate products by rounding off factors to the nearest ten.
- Use compatibility of numbers for estimation.
- Develop their own strategies for estimation.
- Compare estimated products with actual products.
- Discuss situations where estimation is useful.

How can we estimate products in real life?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 53.
- Number line.
- Number cards.
- Chart showing estimation examples.
- Real-life problems.

- Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group work observation. - Individual assessment.

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Multiplication – Making patterns involving multiplication

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

- Make patterns involving multiplication of numbers with product not exceeding 100.
- Identify and extend multiplication patterns.
- Appreciate patterns in mathematics.

The learner is guided to:
- Create patterns involving multiplication of numbers with products not exceeding 100.
- Identify rules in multiplication patterns.
- Extend given multiplication patterns.
- Create their own multiplication patterns and share with classmates.

How can you form patterns involving multiplication?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 55.
- Number cards.
- Multiplication tables.
- Chart showing number patterns.
- Pattern worksheets.

- Observation. - Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group presentation.

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Multiplication – Making patterns involving multiplication

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

- Create and extend more complex multiplication patterns.
- Identify rules in multiplication patterns.
- Apply pattern recognition in problem solving.

The learner is guided to:
- Create more complex patterns involving multiplication.
- Identify and articulate the rules in multiplication patterns.
- Use pattern recognition to predict subsequent terms.
- Apply pattern recognition in problem solving.

How does recognizing patterns help in mathematics?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 57.
- Number cards.
- Multiplication tables.
- Chart showing complex patterns.
- Digital devices (optional).

- Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group work observation. - Individual assessment.

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Division – Divide up to a 3-digit number by up to a 2-digit number

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

- Divide up to a 3-digit number by up to a 2-digit number where the dividend is greater than the divisor.
- Apply division skills in real life.
- Appreciate use of division in real life.

The learner is guided to:
- Work out division of up to a 3-digit number by up to a 2-digit number where the dividend is greater than the divisor using long and short form.
- Develop their own strategies for division.
- Create and solve division problems.
- Discuss real-life applications of division.

Where is division used in real life?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 60.
- Number cards.
- Multiplication tables.
- Chart with division examples.
- Counters for sharing activities.

- Observation. - Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group work assessment.

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Division – Divide up to a 3-digit number by up to a 2-digit number

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

- Apply division of 3-digit by 2-digit numbers in problem solving.
- Develop strategies for division.
- Show genuine interest in division.

The learner is guided to:
- Practice more examples of division of 3-digit by 2-digit numbers.
- Create and solve real-life problems involving division.
- Develop and share strategies for division.
- Create number games and puzzles involving division.

How can division help us solve real-life problems?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 61.
- Number cards.
- Multiplication tables.
- Games involving division.
- Real-life division problems.

- Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group work observation. - Individual assessment.

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Division – Relationship between multiplication and division

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

- Apply the relationship between multiplication and division.
- Convert between multiplication and division equations.
- Appreciate the connection between operations.

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss and demonstrate that multiplication is the opposite of division.
- Convert multiplication equations to division equations and vice versa.
- Use the relationship to check division answers.
- Solve problems using the relationship between multiplication and division.

How can we use the relationship between multiplication and division?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 63.
- Flash cards with related multiplication and division facts.
- Number cards.
- Chart showing the relationship.
- Games involving related facts.

- Observation. - Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group presentation.

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Division – Relationship between multiplication and division

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

- Apply the relationship between multiplication and division.
- Convert between multiplication and division equations.
- Appreciate the connection between operations.

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss and demonstrate that multiplication is the opposite of division.
- Convert multiplication equations to division equations and vice versa.
- Use the relationship to check division answers.
- Solve problems using the relationship between multiplication and division.

How can we use the relationship between multiplication and division?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 63.
- Flash cards with related multiplication and division facts.
- Number cards.
- Chart showing the relationship.
- Games involving related facts.

- Observation. - Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group presentation.

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Division – Estimating quotients by rounding off

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

- Estimate quotients by rounding off the dividend and divisor to the nearest ten.
- Apply estimation in real life situations.
- Appreciate the importance of estimation.

The learner is guided to:
- Estimate quotients by rounding off the dividend and divisor to the nearest ten.
- Compare estimated quotients with actual quotients.
- Discuss situations where estimation is practical.
- Practice estimation in real-life contexts.

How can we estimate quotients?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 65.
- Number line.
- Number cards.
- Chart showing estimation examples.
- Real-life problems.

- Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group work observation. - Individual assessment.

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Division – Combined operations

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

- Perform combined operations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
- Apply the correct order of operations.
- Appreciate combined operations in real life.

The learner is guided to:
- Work out questions involving addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
- Apply the correct order of operations.
- Create and solve problems involving combined operations.
- Discuss real-life applications of combined operations.

How do we solve problems with combined operations?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 67.
- Number wheel.
- Number cards.
- Chart showing combined operations.
- Real-life problems.

- Observation. - Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group presentation.

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Division – Combined operations

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

- Apply the order of operations in complex problems.
- Create problems involving combined operations.
- Show genuine interest in solving combined operations.

The learner is guided to:
- Solve more complex problems involving combined operations.
- Create their own problems involving combined operations.
- Discuss strategies for solving combined operations.
- Play games involving combined operations.

Why is the order of operations important in mathematics?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 69.
- Number wheel.
- Number cards.
- Games involving combined operations.
- Digital devices (optional).

- Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group work observation. - Individual assessment.

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Fractions – Simplifying fractions

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

- Simplify fractions to their lowest terms.
- Identify equivalent fractions.
- Appreciate the use of fractions in real life.

The learner is guided to:
- Identify equivalent fractions using a fraction board or chart.
- Represent equivalent fractions using real objects.
- Simplify given fractions using a fraction chart.
- Discuss real-life applications of simplified fractions.

Why do we simplify fractions?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 73.
- Fraction board.
- Fraction chart.
- Paper cut-outs.
- Real objects for demonstration.

- Observation. - Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group work assessment.

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Fractions – Comparing fractions

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

- Compare fractions with different denominators.
- Use symbols (<, >, =) to compare fractions.
- Apply comparison of fractions in real life.

The learner is guided to:
- Compare given fractions using paper cut-outs and concrete objects.
- Use symbols (<, >, =) to show the relationship between fractions.
- Convert fractions to equivalent fractions with same denominators for comparison.
- Discuss real-life situations requiring comparison of fractions.

Why do we compare fractions in real life?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 75.
- Fraction board.
- Fraction chart.
- Paper cut-outs.
- Comparison symbol cards.

- Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group work observation. - Individual assessment.

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Fractions – Ordering fractions

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

- Order fractions with denominators not exceeding 12.
- Arrange fractions in ascending and descending order.
- Apply ordering of fractions in real life.

The learner is guided to:
- Order given fractions in increasing and decreasing order using a number line, paper cut-outs, real objects.
- Convert fractions to equivalent fractions with same denominators for ordering.
- Create and solve problems involving ordering of fractions.
- Discuss real-life applications of ordering fractions.

Where are fractions used in real life?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 77.
- Fraction number line.
- Fraction chart.
- Paper cut-outs.
- Real objects for demonstration.

- Observation. - Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group presentation.

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Fractions – Adding fractions with same denominator

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

- Add fractions with same denominator.
- Simplify sums of fractions.
- Apply addition of fractions in real life.

The learner is guided to:
- Add two fractions with the same denominator using paper cut-outs, number line, real objects.
- Simplify the sum of fractions.
- Create and solve problems involving addition of fractions.
- Discuss real-life applications of addition of fractions.

How do we add fractions in real life?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 79.
- Fraction board.
- Fraction chart.
- Paper cut-outs.
- Number line.

- Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group work observation. - Individual assessment.

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Fractions – Subtracting fractions with same denominator

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

- Subtract fractions with same denominator.
- Simplify differences of fractions.
- Apply subtraction of fractions in real life.

The learner is guided to:
- Subtract two fractions with the same denominator using paper cut-outs, number line, real objects.
- Simplify the difference of fractions.
- Create and solve problems involving subtraction of fractions.
- Discuss real-life applications of subtraction of fractions.

How do we subtract fractions in real life?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 81.
- Fraction board.
- Fraction chart.
- Paper cut-outs.
- Number line.

- Observation. - Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group presentation.

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Fractions – Adding fractions with one renaming

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

- Add fractions with one renaming.
- Convert fractions to equivalent fractions with same denominator.
- Apply addition of fractions in real life.

The learner is guided to:
- Carry out addition of two fractions by renaming one fraction using equivalent fractions.
- Simplify the sum of fractions.
- Create and solve problems involving addition of fractions with one renaming.
- Discuss real-life applications.

Why do we need to rename fractions before adding?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 84.
- Fraction board.
- Fraction chart.
- Paper cut-outs.
- Number line.

- Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group work observation. - Individual assessment.

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Fractions – Adding fractions with one renaming

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

- Apply addition of fractions with one renaming in problem solving.
- Develop strategies for adding fractions with different denominators.
- Show genuine interest in adding fractions.

The learner is guided to:
- Practice more examples of addition of fractions with one renaming.
- Create and solve real-life problems involving addition of fractions.
- Develop and share strategies for adding fractions with different denominators.
- Play games involving addition of fractions.

How can addition of fractions help us solve real-life problems?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 85.
- Fraction board.
- Fraction chart.
- Games involving fractions.
- Real-life fraction problems.

- Observation. - Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group presentation.

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Fractions – Subtracting fractions with one renaming

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

- Subtract fractions with one renaming.
- Convert fractions to equivalent fractions with same denominator.
- Apply subtraction of fractions in real life.

The learner is guided to:
- Carry out subtraction of two fractions by renaming one fraction using equivalent fractions.
- Simplify the difference of fractions.
- Create and solve problems involving subtraction of fractions with one renaming.
- Discuss real-life applications.

Why do we need to rename fractions before subtracting?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 86.
- Fraction board.
- Fraction chart.
- Paper cut-outs.
- Number line.

- Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group work observation. - Individual assessment.

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Fractions – Subtracting fractions with one renaming

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

- Apply subtraction of fractions with one renaming in problem solving.
- Develop strategies for subtracting fractions with different denominators.
- Show genuine interest in subtracting fractions.

The learner is guided to:
- Practice more examples of subtraction of fractions with one renaming.
- Create and solve real-life problems involving subtraction of fractions.
- Develop and share strategies for subtracting fractions with different denominators.
- Play games involving subtraction of fractions.

How can subtraction of fractions help us solve real-life problems?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 87.
- Fraction board.
- Fraction chart.
- Games involving fractions.
- Real-life fraction problems.

- Observation. - Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group presentation.

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Decimals – Place value of decimals up to thousandths

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

- Identify place value of decimals up to thousandths.
- Read and write decimals up to thousandths.
- Appreciate the use of decimals in real life.

The learner is guided to:
- Work out place value of decimals up to thousandths using a place value chart.
- Read and write decimals up to thousandths.
- Identify the value of digits in different decimal places.
- Discuss where decimals are used in real life.

Where do you use decimals in real life?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 91.
- Decimal place value chart.
- Number cards with decimals.
- Real-life examples with decimals.

- Observation. - Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group work assessment.

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Decimals – Place value of decimals up to thousandths

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

- Identify place value and total value of digits in decimal numbers.
- Read and write decimal numbers correctly.
- Apply knowledge of decimal place value in real life.

The learner is guided to:
- Determine the place value and total value of digits in decimal numbers.
- Read and write decimal numbers correctly.
- Create and solve problems involving decimal place value.
- Discuss real-life applications of decimal place value.

What is the importance of understanding place value in decimals?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 92.
- Decimal place value chart.
- Number cards with decimals.
- Digital devices (optional).
- Real-life examples with decimals.

- Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group work observation. - Individual assessment.

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Decimals – Ordering decimals up to thousandths

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

- Order decimals up to thousandths from smallest to largest.
- Compare decimals using symbols (<, >, =).
- Apply ordering of decimals in real life.

The learner is guided to:
- Order decimals up to thousandths from smallest to largest using number cards or number line.
- Compare decimals using symbols (<, >, =).
- Create and solve problems involving ordering of decimals.
- Discuss real-life applications of ordering decimals.

What is the importance of ordering decimals?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 93.
- Decimal number line.
- Number cards with decimals.
- Comparison symbol cards.
- Real-life data with decimals.

- Observation. - Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group presentation.

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Decimals – Ordering decimals up to thousandths

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

- Order decimals up to thousandths from largest to smallest.
- Apply ordering of decimals in different contexts.
- Show genuine interest in ordering decimals.

The learner is guided to:
- Order decimals up to thousandths from largest to smallest using number cards or number line.
- Create and solve real-life problems involving ordering of decimals.
- Develop strategies for comparing and ordering decimals.
- Play games involving ordering of decimals.

How does ordering decimals help us in real life?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 95.
- Decimal number line.
- Number cards with decimals.
- Games involving decimals.
- Real-life data with decimals.

- Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group work observation. - Individual assessment.

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Decimals – Adding decimals up to thousandths

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

- Add decimals up to thousandths.
- Align decimal points correctly during addition.
- Apply addition of decimals in real life.

The learner is guided to:
- Work out addition of decimals up to thousandths using place value apparatus.
- Align decimal points correctly during addition.
- Create and solve problems involving addition of decimals.
- Discuss real-life applications of addition of decimals.

How do we add decimals in real life?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 96.
- Place value apparatus.
- Decimal place value chart.
- Number cards with decimals.
- Real-life problems with decimals.

- Observation. - Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group presentation.

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Decimals – Subtracting decimals up to thousandths

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

- Subtract decimals up to thousandths.
- Align decimal points correctly during subtraction.
- Apply subtraction of decimals in real life.

The learner is guided to:
- Work out subtraction of decimals up to thousandths using place value apparatus.
- Align decimal points correctly during subtraction.
- Create and solve problems involving subtraction of decimals.
- Discuss real-life applications of subtraction of decimals.

How do we subtract decimals in real life?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 98.
- Place value apparatus.
- Decimal place value chart.
- Number cards with decimals.
- Real-life problems with decimals.

- Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group work observation. - Individual assessment.

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Simple Equations – Forming simple equations with one unknown

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

- Define simple equations.
- Form simple equations with one unknown from real-life situations.
- Appreciate the use of equations in real life.

The learner is guided to:
- Discuss and form equations with one unknown from daily experiences.
- Represent real-life problems using simple equations.
- Create their own equations with one unknown.
- Share their equations with classmates.

Where are equations used in real life?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 101.
- Charts with equation examples.
- Real-life problems.
- Digital devices (optional).

- Observation. - Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group work assessment.

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Simple Equations – Forming simple equations with one unknown

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

- Form simple equations from word problems.
- Translate real-life situations into equations.
- Show genuine interest in forming equations.

The learner is guided to:
- Translate word problems into simple equations.
- Form equations from different real-life situations.
- Create their own real-life scenarios and form equations from them.
- Share and discuss their equations with classmates.

How can we translate real-life situations into equations?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 102.
- Word problem cards.
- Charts with equation examples.
- Digital devices (optional).
- Real-life scenarios.

- Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group work observation. - Individual assessment.

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Simple Equations – Solving simple equations with one unknown

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

- Solve simple equations with one unknown involving addition.
- Apply solving equations in real-life situations.
- Appreciate the use of equations in problem-solving.

The learner is guided to:
- Solve equations with one unknown involving addition.
- Check their answers by substituting back into the original equation.
- Create and solve problems involving simple equations.
- Discuss real-life applications of equations.

How do equations help us solve real-life problems?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 103.
- Charts with equation examples.
- Real-life problems.
- Digital devices (optional).

- Observation. - Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group presentation.

NUMBERS

Simple Equations – Solving simple equations with one unknown

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

- Solve simple equations with one unknown involving subtraction.
- Apply solving equations in real-life situations.
- Appreciate the use of equations in problem-solving.

The learner is guided to:
- Solve equations with one unknown involving subtraction.
- Check their answers by substituting back into the original equation.
- Create and solve problems involving simple equations.
- Discuss real-life applications of equations.

How can solving equations help us in daily life?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 104.
- Charts with equation examples.
- Real-life problems.
- Digital devices (optional).

- Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group work observation. - Individual assessment.

NUMBERS

Simple Equations – Solving simple equations with one unknown

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

- Solve simple equations with one unknown involving multiplication and division.
- Apply solving equations in real-life situations.
- Appreciate the use of equations in problem-solving.

The learner is guided to:
- Solve equations with one unknown involving multiplication and division.
- Check their answers by substituting back into the original equation.
- Create and solve problems involving simple equations.
- Discuss real-life applications of equations.

How do equations with multiplication and division relate to real life?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 105.
- Charts with equation examples.
- Real-life problems.
- Digital devices (optional).

- Observation. - Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group presentation.

NUMBERS

Simple Equations – Application of simple equations

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

- Form and solve simple equations from word problems.
- Apply equations in different situations.
- Appreciate the use of equations in problem-solving.

The learner is guided to:
- Translate word problems into simple equations.
- Solve the equations and interpret the results in context.
- Create real-life problems that can be solved using equations.
- Share and discuss their problems with classmates.

How can we use equations to solve everyday problems?

- Mentor Mathematics Learner's Book Grade 5 page 107.
- Word problem cards.
- Charts with equation examples.
- Digital devices (optional).

- Oral questions. - Written exercises. - Group work observation. - Individual assessment.

MEASUREMENT

Length - Identifying the kilometre (km) as a unit of measuring length
Length - Estimating distance in kilometres (1)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
How do you measure distance?

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify the kilometre (km) as a unit of measuring length in real life
- Appreciate the use of kilometres in measuring length in real life

In groups and individually, learners are guided to: - Discuss the kilometre as a unit of measuring length in real life - Identify where kilometre is used to measure distances in real life - Compare different units of length and discuss when to use the kilometre

- Mentor Mathematics learners book grade 5 page 109
- Road signs showing distances
- Maps
- Digital devices
- Mentor Mathematics learners book grade 5 page 110
- Measuring tapes
- Ropes

- Oral questions - Observation - Written exercises

MEASUREMENT

Length - Estimating distance in kilometres (2)
Length - Relationship between kilometre and metre (1)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Why do you measure distance?

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Estimate distance in kilometres in real life situations
- Measure estimated distances and compare with actual measurements
- Appreciate the use of estimation in real life

In groups and individually, learners are guided to: - Measure distance estimated and compare findings with others - Estimate the distance between various places using maps - Discuss practical situations where estimation of distance is useful

- Mentor Mathematics learners book grade 5 page 111
- Measuring tapes
- Maps
- Ropes
- Mentor Mathematics learners book grade 5 page 112
- 1 metre ruler
- Metre sticks
- Tape measure

- Oral questions - Observation - Written exercises

MEASUREMENT

Length - Relationship between kilometre and metre (2)
Length - Converting kilometres to metres and vice versa (1)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
How do you measure distance?

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Apply the relationship between the kilometre (km) and the metre (m) in different situations
- Appreciate the relationship that 1 km = 1000 m

In groups and individually, learners are guided to: - Discuss the relationship between km and m (1 km = 1,000 m) - Calculate equivalent measurements using the relationship - Use digital devices to learn more about the relationship between km and m

- Mentor Mathematics learners book grade 5 page 113
- 1 metre ruler
- Metre sticks
- Tape measure
- Digital devices
- Mentor Mathematics learners book grade 5 page 113-114
- Conversion charts

- Oral questions - Written exercises - Observation

MEASUREMENT

Length - Converting kilometres to metres and vice versa (2)
Length - Addition of metres and kilometres

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
How do you measure distance?

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Convert metres to kilometres in real life situations
- Appreciate the use of conversion in real life

In groups and individually, learners are guided to: - Convert metres to kilometres using the relationship 1 km = 1,000 m - Solve problems involving conversion of metres to kilometres - Apply conversion in real-life problems

- Mentor Mathematics learners book grade 5 page 115
- Conversion charts
- Digital devices
- Mentor Mathematics learners book grade 5 page 116-118
- Maps

- Oral questions - Written exercises - Assessment rubrics

MEASUREMENT

Length - Subtraction of metres and kilometres

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Where is subtraction of length used in real life?

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Subtract metres and kilometres in real life situations
- Solve problems involving subtraction of metres and kilometres

In groups and individually, learners are guided to: - Subtract metres and kilometres with regrouping - Solve real-life problems involving subtraction of metres and kilometres - Calculate differences in distances on maps

- Mentor Mathematics learners book grade 5 page 119-120
- Maps
- Digital devices

- Oral questions - Written exercises - Assessment rubrics

MEASUREMENT

Length - Multiplication of metres and kilometres by whole numbers

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
How do we use multiplication of length in real life?

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Multiply metres and kilometres by whole numbers in real life situations
- Solve problems involving multiplication of metres and kilometres

In groups and individually, learners are guided to: - Multiply metres and kilometres by whole numbers - Solve real-life problems involving multiplication of metres and kilometres - Calculate total distances for repeated journeys

- Mentor Mathematics learners book grade 5 page 121-122
- Multiplication tables
- Digital devices

- Oral questions - Written exercises - Assessment rubrics

MEASUREMENT

Length - Division of metres and kilometres by whole numbers (1)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
How do we use division of length in real life?

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Divide metres and kilometres by whole numbers in real life situations
- Solve problems involving division of metres and kilometres

In groups and individually, learners are guided to: - Divide metres and kilometres by whole numbers - Solve real-life problems involving division of metres and kilometres - Calculate distances shared equally

- Mentor Mathematics learners book grade 5 page 123
- Digital devices

- Oral questions - Written exercises - Assessment rubrics

MEASUREMENT

Length - Division of metres and kilometres by whole numbers (2)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
How do we use division of length in real life?

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Divide metres and kilometres by whole numbers with remainders
- Solve complex problems involving division of metres and kilometres

In groups and individually, learners are guided to: - Divide metres and kilometres by whole numbers with remainders - Solve complex real-life problems involving division of metres and kilometres - Calculate distances in practical situations

- Mentor Mathematics learners book grade 5 page 124
- Digital devices

- Oral questions - Written exercises - Assessment rubrics

MEASUREMENT

Area - The square centimetre (cm²) as a unit of measuring area (1)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
How can you determine the area of different surfaces?

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Use the square centimetre (cm²) as a unit of measuring area in real life
- Appreciate the use of cm² in real life

In groups and individually, learners are guided to: - Measure, trace and cut out 1 cm by 1 cm units, and refer the area of each as one square centimetre (1 cm²) - Cover a given surface using 1-centimetre square cut-outs and count the number of cut-outs to get the area in cm²

- Mentor Mathematics learners book grade 5 page 124-125
- Square cut-outs
- 1 cm squares
- Scissors
- Glue

- Oral questions - Written exercises - Observation - Project

MEASUREMENT

Area - The square centimetre (cm²) as a unit of measuring area (2)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
How can you determine the area of different surfaces?

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Measure area of different surfaces in square centimetres
- Appreciate the use of cm² in measuring area

In groups and individually, learners are guided to: - Measure the area of different surfaces using square centimetre cut-outs - Compare the areas of different surfaces - Record and discuss their findings

- Mentor Mathematics learners book grade 5 page 125-126
- Square cut-outs
- 1 cm squares
- Various surfaces to measure

- Oral questions - Written exercises - Observation - Project