Mixtures

Mixtures - Separating heterogeneous mixtures (Filtering)
Mixtures - Separating heterogeneous mixtures (Decanting)

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

- Demonstrate separation of heterogeneous mixtures by filtering
- Apply the filtering method to separate mixtures
- Show curiosity in exploring filtration process

- Learners carry out activities to separate mixtures by filtering
- Learners discuss mixtures that can be separated by the filtering method
- Learners discuss the application of filtering in day-to-day life

What should be considered when separating various mixtures?

KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 73
-Soil
-Water
-Filter paper
-Funnel
-Beakers
KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 74
-Beakers
-Stirrers

Oral questions -Written exercises -Observation -Practical activities

Mixtures

Mixtures - Separating heterogeneous mixtures (Separating funnel)
Mixtures - Applications of separating mixtures in day-to-day life

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

- Demonstrate separation of heterogeneous mixtures using a separating funnel
- Apply the separating funnel method to separate mixtures
- Show interest in using a separating funnel

- Learners carry out activities to separate mixtures using a separating funnel
- Learners discuss mixtures that can be separated using a separating funnel
- Learners discuss the application of separating funnels in day-to-day life

What should be considered when separating various mixtures?

KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 75
-Separating funnel
-Water
-Oil
-Kerosene
-Beakers
KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 79
-Print and non-print materials
-Digital resources

Oral questions -Written exercises -Observation -Practical activities

Mixtures

Water Pollution - Meaning of the term water pollution
Water Pollution - Common water pollutants

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

- Explain the meaning of water pollution
- Distinguish between clean and polluted water
- Show concern about water pollution

- Learners are guided to find out and discuss the meaning of pollution, water pollution and water pollutants
- Learners observe images of clean and polluted water and discuss the differences
- Learners share their findings through presentations

What are the dangers of water pollution?

KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 83
-Print and non-print materials
-Images of clean and polluted water
-Digital resources
KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 85
-Pictures of water pollutants

Oral questions -Written exercises -Observation -Presentations

Mixtures

Water Pollution - Common water pollutants (continued)

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

- Identify water pollutants in the local environment
- Categorize water pollutants based on their sources
- Show concern about water pollutants in the local area

- With guidance, learners identify water pollutants in their locality
- Learners observe water in pits, ponds, rivers, and other water sources
- Learners collect pictures from magazines and newspapers illustrating water pollution

What are the dangers of water pollution?

KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 87
-Magazines
-Newspapers
-Digital cameras (where available)
-Scrap books

Oral questions -Written exercises -Observation -Project work

Mixtures

Water Pollution - Effects of polluted water on living things (humans)
Water Pollution - Effects of polluted water on living things (animals)

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

- Explain the effects of water pollution on human beings
- Identify waterborne diseases that affect humans
- Show concern about the effects of water pollution on humans

- Learners discuss pictures showing the effects of water pollution on human beings
- Learners role-play a scenario about water pollution effects
- Learners discuss the lessons learned from the picture story

What are the dangers of water pollution?

KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 89
-Pictures showing effects of water pollution
-Digital resources
KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 90
-Pictures showing effects of water pollution on animals

Oral questions -Written exercises -Role play -Group discussions

Mixtures

Water Pollution - Effects of polluted water on living things (plants)
Water Pollution - Methods of reducing water pollution

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

- Explain the effects of water pollution on plants
- Identify how plants are affected by water pollutants
- Show concern about the effects of water pollution on plant life

- Learners discuss pictures showing the effects of water pollution on plants
- Learners identify how different pollutants affect plant life
- With teacher guidance, learners observe and identify effects of water pollution on plants in the school locality

What are the dangers of water pollution?

KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 91
-Pictures showing effects of water pollution on plants
-Digital resources
KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 93
-Pictures showing methods of reducing water pollution

Oral questions -Written exercises -Observation -Field trips

Mixtures

Water Pollution - Methods of reducing water pollution (continued)

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

- Explain why mulching and planting cover crops helps reduce water pollution
- Describe why washing in water sources causes pollution
- Appreciate the need to protect water sources

- Learners discuss why farmers should mulch crops
- Learners discuss why planting cover crops in slopy land is important
- Learners discuss why washing clothes/utensils and bathing in water sources is unhygienic

What are the dangers of water pollution?

KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 94
-Pictures showing methods of reducing water pollution
-Digital resources

Oral questions -Written exercises -Group discussions

Mixtures

Water Pollution - Basic methods of water treatment (Boiling)
Water Pollution - Basic methods of water treatment (Filtration)

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

- Demonstrate water treatment by boiling
- Explain why boiling makes water safe for drinking
- Value the importance of treating water for drinking

- Learners carry out activities to demonstrate water treatment by boiling
- Learners discuss the importance of boiling water for drinking
- Learners observe safety precautions when handling hot water

What are the dangers of water pollution?

KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 95
-Water
-Cooking pot
-Heat source
KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 96
-Plastic bottles
-Filter paper/cloth
-Funnel
-Dirty water
-Beakers

Oral questions -Written exercises -Observation -Practical activities

Mixtures

Water Pollution - Basic methods of water treatment (Chemical treatment)
Water Pollution - Basic methods of water treatment (Solar treatment)

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

- Demonstrate water treatment using chemicals
- Explain the importance of following instructions when using chemicals
- Recognize the value of chemical water treatment

- Learners observe demonstration on chemical water treatment
- Learners discuss the importance of following manufacturer's instructions
- Learners discuss the effectiveness of chemical water treatment

What are the dangers of water pollution?

KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 97
-Water treatment chemicals
-Dropper
-Water
-Containers
KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 98
-Clean plastic bottles
-Filtered water
-Sunny location

Oral questions -Written exercises -Observation -Practical activities

Mixtures

Water Pollution - Making a functional water filter
Water Pollution - Making a functional water filter (continued)

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

- Design a simple water filter using locally available materials
- Demonstrate how to make a functional water filter
- Show creativity in making a water filter

- Learners design and make a functional water filter using locally available materials
- Learners arrange the filtering materials in the correct order
- Learners test their water filters with muddy water

What are the dangers of water pollution?

KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 101
-Plastic bottles
-Cotton wool
-Charcoal
-Sand
-Gravel
-Muddy water
-Water filters from previous lesson
-Additional materials as needed

Oral questions -Written exercises -Observation -Project work

Mixtures

Water Pollution - Appreciating safe water sources

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

- Identify safe water sources in the community
- Explain the importance of maintaining safe water sources
- Advocate for safe water sources

- Learners discuss case studies about water pollution
- Learners role-play scenarios showing responsible behavior towards water sources
- Learners create posters to raise awareness about caring for water sources

What are the dangers of water pollution?

KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 99
-Case studies
-Art materials for posters
-Digital resources

Oral questions -Written exercises -Role play -Creative work

Mixtures

Water Pollution - Creating awareness about water pollution
Water Pollution - Assessment

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

- Create messages about water pollution prevention
- Compose poems or songs about reducing water pollution
- Show commitment to creating awareness about water pollution

- Learners compose poems or songs about ways to reduce water pollution
- Learners create posters with messages on reducing water pollution
- Learners share their creative work with the school and community

What are the dangers of water pollution?

KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 99
-Art materials
-Writing materials
-Digital resources
KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 104
-Assessment tools

Oral questions -Written exercises -Creative work -Presentations

Mixtures
Force and Energy
Force and Energy

Water Pollution - Remedial and extension activities
Floating and Sinking - Demonstration
Floating and Sinking - Demonstration

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

- Address learning gaps in understanding water pollution
- Engage in extended learning about water pollution
- Appreciate the importance of water conservation

- Learners with learning gaps are engaged in remedial activities
- Advanced learners engage in extension activities
- Learners check their progress against learning outcomes

What are the dangers of water pollution?

KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 104
-Remedial materials
-Extension materials
-Progress checklist
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 107
- Digital devices
- Charts with pictures of floating and sinking objects
- Safety guidelines
- Bowl or basin with water
- Various objects (feathers, small stones, coins, dry wood, cork, plastics, iron nails, leaves, bottle tops, etc.)

Oral questions -Observation -Self-assessment

Force and Energy

Floating and Sinking - Demonstration
Floating and Sinking - Effect of Shape
Floating and Sinking - Effect of Shape
Floating and Sinking - Effect of Weight

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

- Define the terms floaters and sinkers
- Classify objects as floaters or sinkers
- Show willingness to collaborate during group activities

Learners are guided to:
- Discuss and define the terms floaters and sinkers
- Continue with the activity of testing and categorizing different objects as floaters or sinkers
- Work in groups to present their findings about which objects float and which ones sink

What categories can we use to classify objects in water?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 110
- Bowl or basin with water
- Various objects (feathers, small stones, coins, dry wood, cork, plastics, iron nails, leaves, bottle tops, etc.)
- Charts
- Water in a basin
- Metallic bottle tops
- Hammer
- Notebook and pen
- Digital sources
- Plasticine
- Pen and notebook
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 112
- Basin of water
- Wood block and small stone of same weight
- Two plastic bottles of same size
- Soil/sand and cotton wool
- Spring balance

- Group presentations - Oral questioning - Observation

Force and Energy

Floating and Sinking - Effect of Size
Floating and Sinking - Effect of Material
Floating and Sinking - Application in Swimming

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

- Investigate the effect of size on floating and sinking
- Record and interpret experimental observations
- Develop an appreciation for scientific inquiry

Learners are guided to:
- Use print and digital sources to find information on how size affects floating and sinking
- Compare the behavior of a block of wood and an iron nail in water
- Record observations and discuss the results
- Draw conclusions about the effect of size on floating and sinking

How does the size of an object affect its ability to float or sink?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 113
- Basin with water
- Block of wood
- Iron nail
- Pen and notebook
- Iron nails, small stone, steel pin
- Plastic object, piece of wood, feather
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 114
- Digital and print sources on swimming
- Pictures of swimming competitions

- Observation schedules - Written assignments - Oral questions

Force and Energy

Floating and Sinking - Application in Diving
Floating and Sinking - Application in Water Transport

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

- Explain applications of floating and sinking in diving
- Research information using print and digital sources
- Appreciate the role of technology in water activities

Learners are guided to:
- Use print and digital sources to search for information about the application of sinking and floating in diving
- Discuss how deep sea divers use special devices to sink and float
- Explain how divers control their buoyancy underwater
- Share findings with classmates through presentations

How are floaters useful in day to day life?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 115
- Digital and print sources on diving
- Pictures of diving equipment
- Pen and notebook
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 117
- Digital and print sources on water transport
- Pictures of various water vessels

- Oral presentations - Written reports - Group discussions

Force and Energy

Floating and Sinking - Lifesavers

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

- Explain the use of floaters as life savers
- Identify various types of life savers
- Appreciate the importance of life savers in water safety

Learners are guided to:
- Use print and non-print media to search for information on the use of floaters as life savers
- Identify different types of life savers such as life jackets, life buoys, cork jackets, and inflated rubber tubes
- Discuss the importance of life savers and lifeguards in water sports
- Share findings with classmates

How are floaters useful in day to day life?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 122
- Digital and print sources on life savers
- Pictures of various life savers
- Pen and notebook

- Oral presentations - Written assignments - Group discussions

Force and Energy

Floating and Sinking - Application in Floods
Floating and Sinking - Making Lifesavers
Sound Energy - Vibration Production

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

- Explain applications of floating and sinking during floods and drowning
- Identify safety measures during floods
- Show concern for safety around water bodies

Learners are guided to:
- Use print and digital sources to find information on applications of floating and sinking during floods
- Discuss how floods can sweep away vehicles and property
- Identify measures to take against floods
- Research information on drowning and ways to prevent it

How are floaters useful in day to day life?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 119
- Digital and print sources on floods and drowning
- Pictures of flood situations
- Pen and notebook
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 123
- Locally available materials (rubber tubes, dry sticks, plastic bottles, etc.)
- Pictures of various life savers
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 125
- Digital devices
- Charts with pictures of sound sources

- Oral presentations - Written reports - Group discussions

Force and Energy

Sound Energy - Methods of Vibration
Sound Energy - Natural and Human-Made Sources
Sound Energy - Vibrating Air

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

- Demonstrate various ways of producing sound
- Identify different methods of producing vibrations
- Show curiosity in exploring sound production

Learners are guided to:
- Use a ruler, rubber bands, a bell, and any musical instrument to produce sound
- Discuss and record how the sound is produced in each case
- Identify methods of producing vibrations such as hitting, plucking, ringing, blowing, and shaking
- Share findings with peers

How is sound produced?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 125
- Ruler
- Rubber bands
- Bell
- Musical instruments
- Pen and notebook
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 127
- Pictures of various sound sources
- Charts
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 128
- Bottles with different amounts of water

- Practical assessment - Oral questions - Observation

Force and Energy

Sound Energy - Vibrating Strings
Sound Energy - Vibrating Drums
Sound Energy - Sound Direction
Sound Energy - Sound Movement

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

- Demonstrate how sound is produced by vibrating strings
- Make a simple string instrument
- Show creativity in making sound-producing instruments

Learners are guided to:
- Use rubber bands, containers, and supporting materials to make simple guitars
- Stretch rubber bands between supports and pluck them
- Listen to the sounds produced and explain their observations
- Discuss how the vibration of strings produces sound

How is sound produced?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 129
- Rubber bands
- Containers
- Supporting materials (sticks, pencils)
- Pen and notebook
- Drum
- Hitting stick
- Seeds or grains (maize, rice, green grams)
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 130
- Piece of cloth for blindfold
- Bell
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 131
- Music or recorded lesson
- Speaker

- Practical assessment - Observation - Oral questions

Force and Energy

Sound Energy - Sound Reflection
Sound Energy - Sound Pollution

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

- Explain the concept of echo
- Demonstrate how sound is reflected
- Show curiosity in investigating sound phenomena

Learners are guided to:
- Go to a large empty hall and shout "Hello!" or call out a friend's name
- Listen for any reflected sound (echo)
- Record observations and discuss
- Identify other areas where echoes can be observed (cliffs, forests, between tall buildings)

How does sound travel in nature?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 133
- Large empty hall or room
- Recording device (if available)
- Pen and notebook
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 135
- Print materials discussing effects of loud sound
- Digital sources

- Oral questions - Practical assessment - Written reports

Force and Energy

Sound Energy - Effects of Loud Sound

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

- Identify sources of sound pollution
- Explain the health risks associated with sound pollution
- Develop awareness of sound pollution in the environment

Learners are guided to:
- Use available resources to search for effects of loud sound in daily life
- Identify sources of sound pollution (factories, construction sites, loud music, vehicles)
- List the effects of loud sound on health (lack of concentration, sleep disturbance, irritability)
- Discuss ways to protect ears from sound pollution

What are the effects of loud sound?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 135
- Print and non-print materials
- Digital sources
- Pen and notebook

- Oral presentations - Written assignments - Group discussions

Force and Energy

Sound Energy - Government Regulations
Sound Energy - Making Sound Instruments

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

- Explain the role of government in addressing sound pollution
- Identify regulations for controlling noise levels
- Appreciate the importance of government intervention in environmental issues

Learners are guided to:
- Read paragraphs discussing the role of government in addressing sound pollution
- Research information on laws and regulations regarding sound pollution
- Discuss how the regulations protect citizens against the effects of loud sound
- Explain the permitting process for events that may emit noise

What are the effects of loud sound?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 137
- Print and non-print materials
- Digital sources
- Pen and notebook
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 138
- Metal rod
- Metal spoons
- Strong wire
- Tree or other suitable support
- Other locally available materials

- Oral presentations - Written assignments - Group discussions

Force and Energy

Sound Energy - Scratch Game Project
Heat Transfer - Conduction
Heat Transfer - Convection

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

- Create a sound game using Scratch
- Apply digital skills in creating a sound game
- Appreciate the use of technology in sound production

Learners are guided to:
- Open Scratch program and choose a Cat sprite
- Use Sound blocks to add sound effects
- Create a simple game that incorporates sound
- Share their Scratch projects with classmates

How can we create a sound game using Scratch?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 141
- Computers with Scratch installed
- Digital devices
- Scratch tutorial guides
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 145
- Candle
- Iron rod
- Pins
- Candle wax or petroleum jelly
- Safety guidelines
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 147
- Source of heat (candle or fire)
- Pen and notebook

- Project assessment - Practical demonstrations - Peer evaluation

Force and Energy

Heat Transfer - Radiation
Heat Transfer - Good and Poor Conductors
Heat Transfer - Cooking and Melting
Heat Transfer - Freezing

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

- Explain the transfer of heat by radiation
- Demonstrate heat transfer by radiation
- Value the importance of heat transfer in daily life

Learners are guided to:
- Hold their hand by the side of a source of heat such as a candle or fire
- Observe and discuss how heat moves from the source to the hand
- Explain that heat from the fire reaches the hand by radiation
- Conclude that transfer of heat by radiation does not require a material

How is heat transferred through materials in nature?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 147
- Source of heat (candle or fire)
- Safety guidelines
- Pen and notebook
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 150
- Source of heat
- Container for warming water
- Various objects (wooden spoon, plastic ruler, pencil, metal spoon)
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 151
- Cooking utensils (pots, pans, spoons)
- Pictures of cooking and melting processes
- Print and non-print materials
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 152
- Pictures of freezers

- Oral questions - Observation of experiments - Written reports

Force and Energy

Heat Transfer - Body Temperature
Heat Transfer - Insulation
Heat Transfer - Safety Precautions

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

- Explain the application of heat transfer in maintaining body temperature
- Describe how animals and humans maintain body temperature
- Appreciate the role of heat in sustaining life

Learners are guided to:
- Use available resources to research the application of heat transfer in maintaining body temperature
- Discuss how humans warm themselves around a fire during cold days
- Explain how animals like lizards bask in the sun to maintain body temperature
- Present findings to classmates

How is heat transferred through materials in nature?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 152
- Print and non-print materials
- Pictures showing warming activities
- Pen and notebook
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 153
- Examples of insulators (clothing, utensils with insulated handles)
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 155
- Kitchen towels and gloves
- Pictures illustrating safety precautions

- Oral presentations - Written assignments - Group discussions

Force and Energy

Heat Transfer - Fire Emergencies
Heat Transfer - Making Oven Gloves

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

- Identify ways of responding to fire emergencies
- Demonstrate simple fire safety measures
- Show responsibility in fire safety

Learners are guided to:
- Use available resources to research methods of responding to fire emergencies
- Discuss the three requirements for fire (fuel, oxygen, heat)
- Explain how to use a fire blanket to put out small fires
- Discuss the "stop, drop, and roll" technique for clothing fires

How is heat transferred through materials in nature?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 156
- Kitchen fire extinguisher kit or fire blanket
- Print and non-print materials
- Pen and notebook
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 159
- Plain paper for drawing pattern
- Pieces of fabric (cloth)
- Scissors, felt marker, needles, thread
- Mobile device with camera (optional)

- Oral presentations - Written assignments - Role play exercises

Force and Energy

Heat Transfer - Making Fireless Cooker

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

- Make a fireless cooker using locally available materials
- Explain how a fireless cooker works
- Value the application of scientific knowledge in daily life

Learners are guided to:
- Make a bag out of pieces of old blankets or clothing to line a basket
- Place cushioning materials between the basket and the lining
- Make a similar cover for the basket
- Demonstrate how the fireless cooker can be used to continue cooking food without fire

How can we make a fireless cooker using locally available materials?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 161
- Basket
- Old blankets or heavy clothing
- Pieces of cloth
- Large-size sewing needles
- Rice for demonstration

- Project assessment - Practical demonstrations - Peer evaluation