Conservation of Resources

Controlling Soil Pollution - Causes of soil pollution

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

- Explain the meaning of soil pollution
- Identify causes of soil pollution in gardening
- Appreciate the need to prevent soil pollution

- Search and watch a video clip or print media on causes of soil pollution
- Share experiences on causes of soil pollution such as waste water, excessive use of artificial fertilizers, agricultural chemicals and plastic wastes
- Identify causes of soil pollution from provided pictures
- Discuss their findings with classmates

How can household practices cause soil pollution?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 1
- Digital resources (videos on soil pollution)
- Pictures showing soil pollution

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Conservation of Resources

Controlling Soil Pollution - Causes of soil pollution
Controlling Soil Pollution - Methods of controlling soil pollution

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

- Identify causes of soil pollution in the environment
- Explain how waste water causes soil pollution
- Show concern for the effects of soil pollution

- Plan and take a visit to different places in the locality
- Observe the causes of soil pollution in the environment
- Find out measures taken to control soil pollution
- Note down observations and take photographs if possible
- Discuss and share findings with classmates

What are the major causes of soil pollution in our locality?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 2
- Digital camera
- Notebook and pen
- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 3
- Pictures showing soil pollution control methods
- Charts
- Digital resources

- Observation - Oral questions - Written report

Conservation of Resources

Controlling Soil Pollution - Methods of controlling soil pollution

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

- Explain how to dispose of dirty water to control soil pollution
- Practically dispose of waste water
- Demonstrate responsibility in preventing soil pollution

- Observe practical demonstration of disposing of wastewater
- Discuss how to dispose of wastewater
- Discuss other ways to dispose of wastewater to control soil pollution
- Practice disposing of wastewater in school to control soil pollution
- Share experiences with classmates

How should we dispose of waste water to control soil pollution?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 4
- Waste water
- Disposal facilities
- Protective gear
- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 5
- Plastic containers
- Samples of plants
- Growing medium

- Observation - Practical assessment - Oral questions

Conservation of Resources

Controlling Soil Pollution - Safe farming methods to conserve soil
Controlling Soil Pollution - Creating awareness messages

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

- Identify safe farming methods for soil conservation
- Explain the importance of safe farming methods
- Adopt safe farming methods to conserve soil

- Discuss safe farming methods for soil conservation
- Discuss safe farming methods for soil conservation practiced in their locality
- Share ideas with classmates

How can we use safe farming methods to conserve the soil?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 6
- Pictures showing safe farming methods
- Digital resources
- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 7
- Chart papers
- Colored markers
- Sample posters

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Conservation of Resources

Constructing Water Retention Structures - Use of surface run-off in gardening
Constructing Water Retention Structures - Types of water retention structures

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

- Explain how surface run-off can be conserved for gardening
- Describe different water retention structures
- Appreciate the value of water conservation

- Search for information on how water retention pits and ditches are used to conserve run-off
- Discuss the difference between the two types of water retention structures
- Share findings with classmates

How can surface run-off be conserved for gardening purposes?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 9
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
- Pictures of water retention structures
- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 10

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Conservation of Resources

Constructing Water Retention Structures - Construction of water retention structures

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

- Explain how to construct water retention structures
- State factors to consider when constructing water retention structures
- Show interest in water conservation

- Take a field visit to farms in the school neighborhood
- Identify various run-off retention structures
- Ask questions to a resource person about construction of water retention structures, their importance, and types of crops planted
- Write short notes and take photographs if possible

What factors should we consider when constructing water retention structures?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 10
- Digital camera
- Notebook and pen

- Observation - Oral questions - Written report

Conservation of Resources

Constructing Water Retention Structures - Constructing a water retention ditch

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

- Demonstrate how to construct a water retention ditch
- Use appropriate tools to construct a water retention ditch
- Work collaboratively with others in constructing a water retention ditch

- Wear protective equipment
- Identify a site for constructing a run-off retention ditch in the school garden
- Ensure the site has an inlet for run-off to flow in
- Measure the site and clear the vegetation
- Dig the site and scoop out the soil to make a run-off retention ditch

How do we construct a water retention ditch for surface run-off conservation?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 11
- Panga
- Measuring tape
- Jembe or forked jembe
- Spade
- Protective wear

- Observation - Practical assessment - Group work evaluation

Conservation of Resources

Constructing Water Retention Structures - Completing the water retention ditch

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

- Complete the construction of a water retention ditch
- Apply the skills of constructing a water retention ditch
- Work safely with others

- Continue with the construction of the water retention ditch
- Shape the ditch to ensure it can properly collect and retain run-off water
- Ensure the ditch has proper dimensions for effective water conservation
- Clean and store tools after use

How can we ensure effective water conservation using our constructed ditch?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 12
- Jembe or forked jembe
- Spade
- Protective wear

- Observation - Practical assessment - Group work evaluation

Conservation of Resources

Constructing Water Retention Structures - Identifying crops for water retention structures

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

- Identify suitable crops to grow at surface run-off retention structures
- Explain why specific crops are suitable for water retention structures
- Appreciate the value of appropriate crop selection

- Study pictures showing types of crops that can be planted at run-off retention structures
- Identify the crops shown in the pictures
- Discuss other crops that can be grown at run-off retention structures
- Give reasons for choosing the identified crops
- Share ideas with classmates

What types of crops are suitable for growing at water retention structures?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 12
- Pictures of suitable crops for water retention structures
- Digital resources

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Conservation of Resources

Constructing Water Retention Structures - Planting crops at water retention structures

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

- Plant crops at the water retention structure
- Demonstrate proper planting techniques
- Show responsibility in crop establishment

- Discuss and agree on available crops to plant at the run-off retention structure
- Get planting materials and plant them by digging spaced holes on the edge of the run-off conservation structure
- Put manure in the holes and mix with soil
- Place the planting material and cover with soil
- Cover the soil around the plants with mulch
- Care for crops until they mature for harvesting

How do we establish crops at water retention structures?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 13
- Jembe or forked jembe
- Spade
- Protective wear
- Planting materials
- Manure
- Mulch

- Observation - Practical assessment - Group work evaluation

Conservation of Resources

Constructing Water Retention Structures - Maintenance of water retention structures

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

- Explain how to maintain water retention structures
- Care for crops planted at water retention structures
- Value the importance of maintaining water retention structures

- Discuss the importance of maintaining water retention structures
- Identify methods of maintaining water retention structures
- Perform maintenance activities such as removing silt, repairing damaged parts, and watering plants
- Monitor the growth of established plants

How can we maintain water retention structures for effective functioning?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 14
- Water retention structure
- Maintenance tools
- Watering can

- Observation - Oral questions - Practical assessment

Conservation of Resources

Conserving Food Nutrients - Ways of conserving vitamins and minerals in vegetables

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

- Explain the importance of conserving nutrients in vegetables
- Identify ways of conserving nutrients in vegetables
- Appreciate the need to conserve nutrients in vegetables

- Search for information about conserving minerals and vitamins in vegetables using digital and print media
- Discuss findings and write short notes
- Discuss practices of conserving nutrients in vegetables observed at home
- Share findings with classmates

How do we conserve vitamins and mineral salts in vegetables?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 15
- Digital resources
- Print media
- Reference materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Conservation of Resources

Conserving Food Nutrients - Ways of conserving vitamins and minerals in vegetables

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

- Identify practices of preparing vegetables to conserve nutrients
- Explain how to conserve nutrients when preparing vegetables
- Show interest in proper food preparation

- Study pictures showing practices of preparing vegetables
- Identify the practices shown in the pictures
- Discuss how to carry out the practices shown to conserve nutrients
- Share ideas with classmates

What practices should we follow when preparing vegetables to conserve nutrients?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 16
- Pictures showing vegetable preparation practices
- Digital resources

- Observation - Oral questions - Picture identification

Conservation of Resources

Conserving Food Nutrients - Ways of cooking vegetables to conserve nutrients

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

- Describe the best cooking methods to conserve nutrients in vegetables
- Explain the reason for cooking vegetables for a short time
- Value proper cooking methods for nutrient conservation

- Use digital and print media to search for information on best cooking methods to conserve nutrients and reasons for cooking vegetables for a short time
- Discuss findings and write short notes
- Present work to classmates

Why is it important to use appropriate cooking methods for vegetables?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 17
- Digital resources
- Print media
- Reference materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments - Presentations

Conservation of Resources

Conserving Food Nutrients - Preparing vegetables to conserve nutrients

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

- Demonstrate how to prepare vegetables to conserve minerals and vitamins
- Follow correct procedures in washing vegetables
- Show responsibility in food preparation

- Wash hands with clean water and soap
- Arrange the vegetables to be prepared
- Wash vegetables in a clean basin with water
- Rinse the vegetables in another basin and drain
- Chop the vegetables into large pieces in preparation for cooking
- Rinse hands with water after preparing the vegetables

How do we prepare vegetables to conserve minerals and vitamins?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 18
- Fresh vegetables
- Clean water
- Basins
- Knife
- Chopping board

- Observation - Practical assessment - Group work evaluation

Conservation of Resources

Conserving Food Nutrients - Steaming vegetables to conserve nutrients

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

- Demonstrate how to steam vegetables to conserve nutrients
- Follow correct steaming procedures
- Work safely with cooking equipment

- Put chopped vegetables in a cooking pot and cover with a lid
- Place the cooking pot over the source of heat and lower the heat
- Let the vegetables cook in steam for about three minutes
- Turn the vegetables with a cooking stick to cook evenly
- Place the lid and let the vegetables cook for some more minutes
- Serve the food when hot or let it cool down for storage
- Clean and properly store the utensils after use

How do we steam vegetables to conserve nutrients?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 18
- Chopped vegetables
- Cooking pot with lid
- Source of heat
- Cooking stick
- Protective equipment

- Observation - Practical assessment - Group work evaluation

Conservation of Resources

Conserving Food Nutrients - Stir-frying vegetables to conserve nutrients

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

- Demonstrate how to stir-fry vegetables to conserve nutrients
- Follow correct stir-frying procedures
- Maintain safety when cooking

- Put a little cooking oil in the cooking pot or pan
- Place the cooking pot or pan over the heat source and lower the heat
- Let the oil heat and then add the chopped vegetables
- Stir the vegetables with a cooking stick to cook evenly
- Turn off the source of heat when the vegetables are cooked
- Serve the food when hot or let it cool down for storage
- Clean and store the utensils properly after use

How do we stir-fry vegetables to conserve nutrients?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 19
- Chopped vegetables
- Cooking pot or pan
- Cooking oil
- Heat source
- Cooking stick

- Observation - Practical assessment - Group work evaluation

Conservation of Resources

Conserving Food Nutrients - Comparing cooking methods for nutrient conservation

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

- Compare different cooking methods for conserving nutrients
- Make informed choices about cooking methods
- Value optimal nutrient retention in food

- Discuss different cooking methods for vegetables (steaming, stir-frying, boiling)
- Compare the methods in terms of nutrient retention
- Prepare a chart showing advantages and disadvantages of each method
- Present findings to classmates

Which cooking method best preserves nutrients in vegetables?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 20
- Chart paper
- Markers
- Digital resources

- Observation - Oral questions - Chart assessment - Presentations

Conservation of Resources

Conserving Food Nutrients - Conserving nutrients in other foods

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

- Explain ways of conserving nutrients in other foods besides vegetables
- Apply nutrient conservation principles to different foods
- Appreciate the importance of nutrient conservation in all foods

- Discuss ways of conserving nutrients in different food categories (fruits, grains, meat, etc.)
- Identify specific methods for each food category
- Create a table showing foods and their appropriate nutrient conservation methods
- Share findings with classmates

How can we conserve nutrients in different types of foods?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 21
- Reference materials
- Digital resources
- Chart paper
- Markers

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Conservation of Resources

Conserving Food Nutrients - Review of nutrient conservation

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

- Summarize ways of conserving vitamins and minerals in vegetables
- Explain the importance of nutrient conservation in food
- Show commitment to proper food preparation and cooking

- Review all the methods of conserving nutrients in vegetables (washing, peeling, cutting, cooking time, covering)
- Discuss the importance of each method
- Complete a worksheet on nutrient conservation
- Share worksheets with classmates

Why is it important to conserve nutrients in our foods?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 21
- Worksheets
- Reference materials
- Digital resources

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments - Quiz

Conservation of Resources

Growing Trees - Importance of trees in conserving the environment

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

- Explain the meaning of tree growing
- Search for information about the importance of trees
- Appreciate the role of trees in environmental conservation

- Work in groups to search for information on the importance of trees in conserving the environment
- Use available digital and print media
- Discuss findings and write short notes
- Share findings with classmates

How can growing trees conserve the environment?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 22
- Digital resources
- Print media
- Reference materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Conservation of Resources

Growing Trees - Importance of trees in conserving the environment

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

- Identify different ways trees help conserve the environment
- Explain the importance of planting trees in the locality
- Value the environmental benefits of trees

- Discuss the importance of planting trees in the locality
- Identify ways trees conserve the environment (cleaning air, preventing soil erosion, water retention, etc.)
- Create a mind map showing the importance of trees
- Share ideas with classmates

What are the environmental benefits of planting trees?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 22
- Chart paper
- Markers
- Digital resources

- Observation - Oral questions - Mind map assessment

Conservation of Resources

Growing Trees - Planting materials for trees

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

- Identify different planting materials for trees
- Explain how trees can be grown from different planting materials
- Show interest in tree planting

- Study pictures showing planting materials for trees (seeds, seedlings, cuttings)
- Discuss how trees can be grown from these planting materials
- Discuss planting materials available locally
- Collect planting materials for a tree planting activity

What planting materials can be used for growing trees?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 23
- Pictures of planting materials
- Actual planting materials (seeds, seedlings, cuttings)
- Digital resources

- Observation - Oral questions - Identification of materials

Conservation of Resources

Growing Trees - Planting trees

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

- Demonstrate how to plant trees from different materials
- Follow correct tree planting procedures
- Embrace tree planting to conserve the environment

- Get locally available materials for planting trees
- Prepare planting holes of appropriate size
- Add manure or compost to the planting holes
- Plant the tree using appropriate techniques for the specific planting material
- Water the planted tree and apply mulch if necessary

How do we plant trees correctly to ensure their survival?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 23
- Tree planting materials (seeds, seedlings, cuttings)
- Digging tools (jembe, spade)
- Manure or compost
- Watering can
- Mulching material

- Observation - Practical assessment - Group work evaluation

Conservation of Resources

Growing Trees - Caring for tree seedlings

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

- Identify methods of caring for tree seedlings
- Demonstrate tree care techniques
- Show responsibility in caring for planted trees

- Study pictures showing methods of caring for tree seedlings (watering, mulching, weeding, protecting)
- Identify the methods shown in the pictures
- Practice the tree care methods on the planted trees
- Discuss the importance of caring for tree seedlings

How do we care for tree seedlings until they are fully established?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 24
- Pictures showing tree care methods
- Watering can
- Mulching material
- Weeding tools
- Tree guards or fencing material

- Observation - Practical assessment - Oral questions

Conservation of Resources

Growing Trees - Benefits of tree planting

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

- Explain the economic benefits of tree planting
- Discuss the social benefits of tree planting
- Advocate for tree planting in the community

- Discuss the economic benefits of tree planting (timber, fruits, medicine, etc.)
- Discuss the social benefits of tree planting (shade, beauty, recreation, etc.)
- Create posters promoting tree planting in the community
- Present posters to classmates

What benefits can we get from planting trees?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 24
- Chart paper
- Markers
- Digital resources
- Pictures of tree products

- Observation - Oral questions - Poster assessment - Presentations

Conservation of Resources

Growing Trees - Tree planting projects

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

- Plan a tree planting project
- Work collaboratively with others
- Show commitment to environmental conservation

- Plan a tree planting project for the school or community
- Identify suitable sites and tree species
- Develop a timeline and maintenance schedule
- Assign responsibilities to group members
- Present the project plan to classmates

How can we implement a successful tree planting project?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 25
- Planning sheets
- Digital resources
- Reference materials

- Observation - Project plan assessment - Presentations - Group work evaluation

Conservation of Resources
Hygiene Practices

Growing Trees - Review of tree growing
Hygiene in Rearing Animals - Hygiene practices

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

- Summarize the process of tree growing
- Evaluate the success of tree planting activities
- Value the contribution of trees to environmental conservation

- Review the entire process of tree growing (importance, planting materials, planting, care)
- Evaluate the success of tree planting activities conducted
- Discuss challenges faced and solutions
- Develop strategies for ongoing tree care
- Complete an assessment on tree growing

What have we learned about growing trees to conserve the environment?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 25
- Assessment sheets
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 53
- Print media

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assessment - Self-evaluation

Hygiene Practices

Hygiene in Rearing Animals - Items for maintaining hygiene
Hygiene in Rearing Animals - Field visit

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

- Identify items used in rearing domestic animals
- Explain how to maintain hygiene of these items
- Value cleanliness in animal rearing

- Study pictures showing items used in rearing domestic animals
- Identify the items shown in the pictures
- Discuss how the items should be kept hygienic
- Share ideas with classmates

What items should be kept hygienic when rearing domestic animals?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 54
- Pictures showing animal rearing items
- Digital resources
- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 55
- Exercise book and pen
- Protective equipment
- Digital camera

- Observation - Oral questions - Picture identification

Hygiene Practices

Hygiene in Rearing Animals - Cleaning animal feeders and waterers
Hygiene in Rearing Animals - Cleaning animal houses

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

- Demonstrate cleaning of animal feeders and waterers
- Follow correct cleaning procedures
- Work responsibly with cleaning equipment

- Wear protective equipment and visit domestic animals
- Pour out food remains and dirt from feeders and waterers
- Scrub feeders and waterers with a brush and soapy water
- Rinse with clean water and let dry in an open space
- Wash hands with soap and clean water

How do we clean animal feeders and waterers?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 55
- Clean water
- Brush
- Soap
- Dirty animal feeders and waterers
- Protective equipment
- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 56
- Broom
- Scrubbing brush

- Observation - Practical assessment - Group work evaluation

Hygiene Practices

Hygiene in Rearing Animals - Cleaning animals
Hygiene in Rearing Animals - Importance of hygiene in animal rearing

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

- Demonstrate cleaning of animals
- Apply appropriate animal cleaning techniques
- Handle animals with care

- Wear protective equipment and approach animals calmly
- Use appropriate cleaning methods for different animals
- Groom animals using appropriate tools
- Clean animal coats, feet, and other parts as needed
- Observe safety precautions when handling animals

How do we clean animals to maintain their health?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 57
- Clean water
- Brushes
- Cleaning materials
- Protective equipment
- Flashcards
- Chart paper
- Markers
- Digital resources

- Observation - Practical assessment - Group work evaluation

Hygiene Practices

Hygiene in Rearing Animals - Pest and disease control
Hygiene in Rearing Animals - Review of animal hygiene

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

- Identify common pests affecting domestic animals
- Explain how to control pests and diseases through hygiene
- Value preventive measures in animal health

- Discuss common pests affecting domestic animals
- Explain how hygiene helps control pests and diseases
- Discuss safe use of pest control products
- Demonstrate application of acaricides with adult guidance
- Create a pest control schedule for domestic animals

How does hygiene help control pests and diseases in animals?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 58
- Pictures of common animal pests
- Chart showing pest control methods
- Protective equipment
- Assessment sheets
- Digital resources
- Reference materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Hygiene Practices

Laundry: Loose Coloured Items - How to launder loose-coloured articles

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

- Explain the meaning of laundry and loose-coloured articles
- Describe ways of laundering loose-coloured articles
- Appreciate the importance of proper laundering

- Search for information about laundering loose-coloured articles (sorting, washing by kneading and squeezing, drying, finishing)
- Discuss findings and write short notes
- Share findings with classmates

How do you launder a loose coloured article for hygienic purposes?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 59
- Digital resources
- Print media
- Reference materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Hygiene Practices

Laundry: Loose Coloured Items - Sorting in laundry

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

- Explain the meaning of sorting in laundry
- Identify factors to consider when sorting laundry
- Value proper sorting in laundry

- Discuss the meaning of sorting in laundry
- Identify factors for sorting (type of fabric, color, size and weight, amount of dirt)
- Explain the importance of sorting in laundry
- Demonstrate sorting of different garment articles

Why is sorting important when laundering loose-coloured articles?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 60
- Different garment articles
- Laundry baskets
- Digital resources

- Observation - Oral questions - Practical assessment

Hygiene Practices

Laundry: Loose Coloured Items - Washing loose-coloured articles

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

- Demonstrate washing loose-coloured articles by kneading and squeezing
- Follow correct washing procedures
- Work responsibly with laundry equipment

- Sort garment articles according to factors such as brightness, loose color, and fast color
- Put water in a basin and mix with two spoons of salt
- Apply soap on the article and wash by kneading and squeezing until clean
- Rinse the article in clean water
- Turn the rinsed article inside out

How do we wash loose-coloured articles to prevent color loss?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 61
- Dirty loose-coloured articles
- Clean water
- Soap
- Salt
- Basins

- Observation - Practical assessment - Group work evaluation

Hygiene Practices

Laundry: Loose Coloured Items - Drying loose-coloured articles

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

- Demonstrate drying of loose-coloured articles
- Apply appropriate drying techniques
- Value proper drying for garment care

- Hang the washed loose-coloured article to dry on a clothesline
- Fix the article with pegs
- Ensure the article is hung inside out to prevent fading
- Collect the article after it has completely dried
- Show the dried article to classmates

How do we dry loose-coloured articles to maintain their color?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 61
- Washed loose-coloured articles
- Clothesline
- Pegs

- Observation - Practical assessment - Group work evaluation

Hygiene Practices

Laundry: Loose Coloured Items - Finishing loose-coloured items

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

- Demonstrate finishing of loose-coloured articles
- Apply appropriate finishing techniques
- Work safely with ironing equipment

- Iron the dry loose-coloured article to smooth out wrinkles and creases
- Put the article on a hanger in a wardrobe or fold it and store in a box
- Show classmates how to store the article after finishing
- Close the wardrobe or box to protect clothes from gathering dust

How do we finish loose-coloured articles after laundering?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 62
- Dry loose-coloured articles
- Iron box
- Storage space (box or wardrobe)

- Observation - Practical assessment - Group work evaluation

Hygiene Practices

Laundry: Loose Coloured Items - Storing laundered articles

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

- Demonstrate proper storage of laundered articles
- Apply appropriate storage techniques
- Appreciate proper clothing care

- Discuss different ways of storing laundered articles
- Demonstrate folding techniques for different types of clothing
- Organize folded clothes in storage spaces
- Explain the importance of proper storage for clothing maintenance
- Share ideas with classmates

How do we store laundered articles to maintain their quality?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 62
- Laundered articles
- Storage containers
- Hangers
- Wardrobe or storage box

- Observation - Practical assessment - Oral questions

Hygiene Practices

Laundry: Loose Coloured Items - Laundry products for different fabrics
Laundry: Loose Coloured Items - Review of laundering loose-coloured articles

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

- Identify laundry products for different fabrics
- Explain when to use specific laundry products
- Make informed choices about laundry products

- Discuss different laundry products (detergents, fabric softeners, stain removers)
- Explain which products are suitable for different types of fabrics
- Discuss eco-friendly laundry products
- Create a chart showing fabrics and suitable laundry products
- Share charts with classmates

What laundry products are suitable for different fabrics?

- Highland Agriculture and Nutrition Grade 7 pg. 63
- Samples of laundry products
- Chart paper
- Markers
- Digital resources
- Assessment sheets
- Reference materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Chart assessment