Numbers

Decimals - Place value of digits in decimals
Squares and Square Roots - Squares of whole numbers

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

- Identify place value of digits in decimals up to hundred thousandths
- Use place value charts to represent decimals
- Show interest in learning decimal place values

- Measure masses and record in decimals
- Fill masses in place value charts showing tenths, hundredths, thousandths, ten thousandths and hundred thousandths
- Discuss where decimals are used in real life

What is the place value of digits in decimals?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 56
- Place value charts
- Measuring instruments
- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 64
- Square grids
- Calculators

- Oral questions - Written exercises - Observation

Numbers

Squares and Square Roots - Squares of fractions
Squares and Square Roots - Squares of decimals

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

- Explain how to find squares of fractions
- Determine squares of proper and mixed fractions
- Appreciate the use of squares in real life

- Complete charts showing fractions and their squares
- Square numerator and denominator separately
- Convert mixed fractions to improper fractions before squaring

How do we find the square of a fraction?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 65
- Fraction charts
- Number cards
- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 66
- Square cut-outs
- Calculators

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Numbers

Squares and Square Roots - Square roots of whole numbers and fractions

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

- Explain methods of finding square roots
- Determine square roots of whole numbers and fractions
- Show confidence in finding square roots

- Express numbers as products of prime factors
- Pair up similar factors and select one from each pair
- Use division method for larger numbers
- Find square root of numerator and denominator separately

How do we find the square root of a number?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 68
- Factor trees
- Number cards

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Numbers
Algebra

Squares and Square Roots - Square roots of decimals
Algebraic Expressions - Forming expressions involving addition and subtraction

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

- Describe the process of finding square roots of decimals
- Determine square roots of decimals
- Appreciate the application of square roots in real life

- Convert decimals to fractions
- Find square root of the fraction
- Solve problems involving area of square gardens and tables

How do we find the square root of a decimal?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 70
- Number cards
- Calculators
- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 72
- Real objects (oranges, pencils)
- Number cards

- Written exercises - Oral questions - Class activities

Algebra

Algebraic Expressions - Forming expressions involving multiplication and division

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

- Explain the process of forming expressions involving multiplication and division
- Form algebraic expressions involving multiplication and division
- Appreciate the use of algebraic expressions in real life

- Collect objects like pencils and sharpeners and group similar objects
- Let selling price of pencil be sh p and sharpeners be sh b
- Write expressions for cost of buying multiple items

How do we form expressions involving multiplication and division?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 73
- Pencils, sharpeners
- Price tags

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Algebra

Algebraic Expressions - Simplifying expressions involving addition and subtraction
Algebraic Expressions - Simplifying expressions involving multiplication and division

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

- Define like terms in algebraic expressions
- Simplify algebraic expressions by grouping like terms
- Show confidence in simplifying expressions

- Read story of Otieno buying pens and pencils at different prices
- Write expression for total amount spent
- Group like terms together and simplify

What are like terms in algebraic expressions?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 74
- Shopping items
- Price lists
- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 75
- Number cards
- Charts

- Written exercises - Oral questions - Observation

Algebra

Algebraic Expressions - Application of simplifying expressions
Linear Equations - Forming equations involving addition and subtraction

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

- Identify algebraic expressions in geometric figures
- Simplify expressions to find perimeter and volume
- Appreciate the application of algebraic expressions in geometry

- Find perimeter of triangles with sides as algebraic expressions
- Find volume of figures with dimensions as expressions
- Solve problems involving rectangles with algebraic dimensions

Where do we apply algebraic expressions in real life?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 76
- Geometric shapes
- Digital devices
- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 77
- Beam balance
- Masses (weights)

- Written exercises - Oral questions - Observation

Algebra

Linear Equations - Forming equations from word problems

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

- Interpret word problems to form equations
- Form linear equations from real life situations
- Appreciate the use of equations in solving problems

- Form equations from stories about money, oranges, bananas and eggs
- Write equations like y + 3 = 11 for Juma's oranges
- Practice forming equations from various contexts

How do we form equations from word problems?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 78
- Word problem cards
- Number cards

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Algebra

Linear Equations - Forming equations involving multiplication and division
Linear Equations - Solving equations involving addition and subtraction

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

- Explain how to form equations involving multiplication and division
- Form linear equations involving multiplication and division
- Show confidence in forming equations

- Read number card: "I think of a number. If I multiply by 3, I get 27"
- Form equation 3n = 27
- Write equations for area of rectangles: y × 5 = 40

How do we form equations involving multiplication and division?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 79
- Number cards
- Rectangle diagrams
- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 80
- Charts

- Written exercises - Oral questions - Observation

Algebra

Linear Equations - Solving equations involving multiplication and division

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

- Explain how to solve equations with brackets
- Solve linear equations involving multiplication and division
- Appreciate the application of equations in real life

- Read story of Grace giving a third of her pencils to friends
- Open brackets and collect like terms
- Divide both sides by coefficient of unknown

How do we solve equations with brackets?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 80
- Word problem cards
- Calculators

- Written exercises - Oral questions - Observation

Algebra

Linear Equations - Application of linear equations

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

- Identify real life problems involving linear equations
- Solve problems using linear equations
- Show interest in applying equations to real life

- Solve problems about Mwandawiro's salary and school fees
- Find interior angles of triangles using equations
- Solve problems about Kahuho's bags of maize

Where do we apply linear equations in daily life?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 81
- Triangle diagrams
- Digital devices

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Algebra

Linear Equations - Application of linear equations

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

- Identify real life problems involving linear equations
- Solve problems using linear equations
- Show interest in applying equations to real life

- Solve problems about Mwandawiro's salary and school fees
- Find interior angles of triangles using equations
- Solve problems about Kahuho's bags of maize

Where do we apply linear equations in daily life?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 81
- Triangle diagrams
- Digital devices

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Algebra

Linear Inequalities - Inequality symbols

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

- Identify inequality symbols (<, >, ≤, ≥)
- Use inequality symbols to compare quantities
- Show interest in using inequality symbols

- Use see-saw to compare masses of learners
- Write Mary's mass > John's mass or John's mass < Mary's mass
- Fill spaces with correct inequality symbols

What are inequality symbols?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 81
- See-saw
- Inequality cards

- Oral questions - Written exercises - Observation

Algebra

Linear Inequalities - Applying inequality symbols to statements

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

- Explain the meaning of "at least" and "at most"
- Apply inequality symbols to real life statements
- Appreciate the use of inequalities in daily life

- Read story of Harriet visiting nutritionist about eggs and fruits
- Write: Number of eggs ≤ 2, Number of fruits ≥ 3
- Form inequalities from statements about height and volume

How do we apply inequality symbols to real life situations?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 82
- Inequality cards
- Charts

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Algebra

Linear Inequalities - Forming inequalities involving addition and subtraction

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

- Define a linear inequality
- Form simple linear inequalities involving addition and subtraction
- Show confidence in forming inequalities

- Use beam balance with 5 kg on one side and 3 kg + sand on other side
- Let mass of sand be b kg and form inequality
- Form inequalities from stories about buses, oranges and goats

How do we form linear inequalities?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 84
- Beam balance
- Masses

- Written exercises - Oral questions - Observation

Algebra

Linear Inequalities - Forming inequalities involving multiplication and division

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

- Explain how to form inequalities from multiplication and division situations
- Form simple linear inequalities involving multiplication and division
- Value the use of inequalities in problem solving

- Read story of Eric and Maureen buying pencils at sh 10 each
- Form inequality: 10x + 10(x+3) < 100
- Form inequalities about plates, shirts and bananas

How do we form inequalities involving multiplication and division?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 85
- Word problem cards
- Number cards

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Algebra

Linear Inequalities - Forming inequalities involving multiplication and division

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

- Explain how to form inequalities from multiplication and division situations
- Form simple linear inequalities involving multiplication and division
- Value the use of inequalities in problem solving

- Read story of Eric and Maureen buying pencils at sh 10 each
- Form inequality: 10x + 10(x+3) < 100
- Form inequalities about plates, shirts and bananas

How do we form inequalities involving multiplication and division?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 85
- Word problem cards
- Number cards

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Algebra

Linear Inequalities - Illustrating simple inequalities on a number line

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

- Describe how to represent inequalities on a number line
- Illustrate simple inequalities using open and closed points
- Show interest in representing inequalities graphically

- Study number lines and list numbers greater than, less than, or equal to 5
- Use open point (○) when number is not included
- Use closed point (●) when number is included

How do we represent inequalities on a number line?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 86
- Number lines
- Inequality cards

- Written exercises - Oral questions - Observation

Algebra

Linear Inequalities - Forming compound inequalities

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

- Define a compound inequality
- Form compound inequalities from two simple inequalities
- Appreciate the use of compound inequalities

- Look at inequality cards: y ≥ 2 and y < 7 combined as 2 ≤ y < 7
- Read story about Grade 7 Red with learners less than 45 but more than 40
- Form compound inequalities like 5 < y < 12

What is a compound inequality?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 87
- Inequality cards
- Charts

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Algebra

Linear Inequalities - Illustrating compound inequalities on a number line

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

- Explain how to illustrate compound inequalities
- Illustrate compound inequalities on a number line
- Show confidence in representing compound inequalities

- Make inequality cards with compound inequalities
- Illustrate 3 < x ≤ 7 showing x greater than 3 and less than or equal to 7
- Use open and closed points appropriately

How do we illustrate compound inequalities on a number line?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 88
- Number lines
- Inequality cards

- Written exercises - Oral questions - Observation

Algebra

Linear Inequalities - Application of compound inequalities

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

- Identify real life situations involving compound inequalities
- Form and illustrate compound inequalities from word problems
- Value the application of inequalities in daily life

- Solve problems about farmers with goats (less than 8 but more than 6)
- Form compound inequality and illustrate on number line
- Solve problems about Katana buying oranges

Where do we use compound inequalities in real life?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 88
- Word problem cards
- Digital devices

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Measurements

Pythagorean Relationship - Sides of a right-angled triangle

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

- Identify the sides of a right-angled triangle
- Name the base, height and hypotenuse of a right-angled triangle
- Show interest in learning about right-angled triangles

- Read story of Linda and Methuselah using a ladder to climb a fruit tree
- Draw figure formed between tree, ladder and ground
- Identify the longest side (hypotenuse) and two shorter sides (base and height)

What are the sides of a right-angled triangle?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 89
- Ladders
- Right-angled triangle models

- Oral questions - Written exercises - Observation

Measurements

Pythagorean Relationship - Establishing the relationship
Pythagorean Relationship - Finding unknown sides

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

- State the Pythagorean relationship
- Verify Pythagorean relationship by counting squares
- Appreciate the relationship between sides of a right-angled triangle

- Trace and draw right-angled triangle with sides 3 cm, 4 cm and 5 cm
- Draw squares on each side and divide into 1 cm squares
- Count squares and compare: squares on height + squares on base = squares on hypotenuse

What is the Pythagorean relationship?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 91
- Square grids
- Rulers and pencils
- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 92
- Calculators
- Triangle diagrams

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Measurements

Pythagorean Relationship - Real life applications

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

- Identify real life situations involving Pythagorean relationship
- Solve real life problems using Pythagorean relationship
- Value the application of Pythagorean relationship in daily life

- Solve puzzle finding missing sides marked with letters
- Calculate length of ladder inclined on wall
- Use IT devices to explore applications in construction and surveying

Where do we apply Pythagorean relationship in daily life?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 93
- Puzzles
- Digital devices

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Measurements

Length - Converting units of length
Length - Addition involving length

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

- Identify units of length (cm, dm, m, Dm, Hm)
- Convert units of length from one form to another
- Show interest in converting units of length

- Study Washika going up stairs labelled cm, dm, m, Dm, Hm
- Note that each step is 10 times the previous
- Generate conversion tables: 1 Hm = 10 Dm = 100 m = 1000 dm = 10000 cm

Why do we convert units of length?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 94
- Conversion charts
- Metre rulers
- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 96
- Maps
- Number cards

- Oral questions - Written exercises - Observation

Measurements

Length - Subtraction involving length
Length - Multiplication involving length

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

- Describe the process of subtracting lengths
- Subtract lengths involving Hm, Dm, m, dm and cm
- Show confidence in subtracting lengths

- Make cards with subtraction problems
- Regroup where necessary (borrow from higher unit)
- Solve problems comparing distances covered by Joan and John

How do we subtract lengths with different units?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 98
- Number cards
- Charts
- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 99
- Word problems
- Calculators

- Written exercises - Oral questions - Observation

Measurements

Length - Division involving length

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

- Describe the process of dividing lengths
- Divide lengths involving Hm, Dm, m, dm and cm
- Show interest in division of lengths

- Read story of relay race team of 4 members covering 6 Hm 5 Dm 6 m
- Divide each unit starting from highest, convert remainders
- Solve problems about road sections tarmacked by workers

How do we divide lengths by whole numbers?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 100
- Word problems
- Charts

- Written exercises - Oral questions - Observation

Measurements

Length - Perimeter and circumference of circles
Area - Square metres, acres and hectares

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

- Define perimeter and circumference
- Calculate perimeter of plane figures and circumference of circles
- Appreciate the use of perimeter and circumference in real life

- Measure distance around chalkboard, door and window
- Measure circumference and diameter of circular objects
- Establish relationship: Circumference ÷ Diameter = π (3.14 or 22/7)

How do we find the circumference of a circle?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 101
- Circular objects
- Tape measures
- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 106
- Metre rulers

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Measurements

Area - Area of a rectangle
Area - Area of a parallelogram

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

- State the formula for area of a rectangle
- Calculate area of rectangles
- Appreciate the use of area in real life

- Trace and cut out rectangles
- Find area by multiplying length and width
- Complete tables with length, width and area of rectangles

How do we find the area of a rectangle?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 108
- Rectangular cut-outs
- Grid papers
- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 110
- Paper cut-outs
- Scissors

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Measurements

Area - Area of a rhombus

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

- Derive the formula for area of a rhombus
- Calculate area of rhombuses
- Value accuracy in calculating area

- Cut out square WXYZ and mark point K on line WX
- Cut triangle WKZ and paste on line XY to form rhombus
- Discover: Area = Base length × Perpendicular height

How do we find the area of a rhombus?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 112
- Square cut-outs
- Scissors

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Measurements

Area - Area of a trapezium
Area - Area of circles

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

- Derive the formula for area of a trapezium
- Calculate area of trapezia
- Appreciate the application of area in land measurement

- Trace and cut out figure ABCD, mark point M on line AB
- Cut triangle ADM to form trapezium
- Discover: Area = ½(a + b) × h where a and b are parallel sides

How do we find the area of a trapezium?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 114
- Paper cut-outs
- Rulers
- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 116
- Pair of compasses
- Manila paper

- Written exercises - Oral questions - Observation

Measurements

Area - Area of borders

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

- Define the area of a border
- Calculate area of borders (shaded regions)
- Value accuracy in calculating area of borders

- Read story of Mary putting picture in frame
- Calculate: Area of border = Area of larger shape - Area of smaller shape
- Solve problems about picture frames, carpets and swimming pools

How do we find the area of a border?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 119
- Picture frames
- Diagrams

- Written exercises - Oral questions - Observation

Measurements

Area - Area of combined shapes
Volume and Capacity - The cubic metre (m³)

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

- Identify combined shapes
- Calculate area of combined shapes by dividing into simpler shapes
- Appreciate the application of area in real life

- Cut out combined shapes into rectangles, triangles and circles
- Calculate area of each part and add
- Practise with help of parent or guardian at home

How do we find the area of combined shapes?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 121
- Combined shape diagrams
- Calculators
- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 122
- Metre rule
- Long sticks, strings

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Measurements

Volume and Capacity - Converting m³ to cm³
Volume and Capacity - Converting cm³ to m³

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

- State the relationship between m³ and cm³
- Convert cubic metres to cubic centimetres
- Appreciate the use of volume conversions

- Use the 1 metre cube made in previous lesson
- Calculate volume in m³ (1×1×1) and in cm³ (100×100×100)
- Establish: 1 m³ = 1,000,000 cm³

How do we convert cubic metres to cubic centimetres?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 123
- 1 metre cube model
- Calculators
- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 124
- Number cards

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Measurements

Volume and Capacity - Volume of cubes

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

- State the formula for volume of a cube
- Calculate volume of cubes
- Value accuracy in calculating volume

- Draw cube and colour one face (cross-sectional area)
- Establish: Volume = Side × Side × Side
- Model cubes using clay, plasticine or manila paper

How do we find the volume of a cube?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 125
- Clay, plasticine
- Manila paper

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Measurements

Volume and Capacity - Volume of cuboids
Volume and Capacity - Volume of cylinders

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

- State the formula for volume of a cuboid
- Calculate volume of cuboids
- Appreciate the use of volume in real life

- Draw cuboid and shade one face (cross-sectional area)
- Establish: Volume = Length × Width × Height
- Model cuboids using locally available materials

How do we find the volume of a cuboid?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 126
- Clay, cartons
- Rulers
- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 128
- Coins, cylindrical objects

- Written exercises - Oral questions - Observation

Measurements

Volume and Capacity - Relating volume to capacity
Volume and Capacity - Application of volume and capacity

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

- State the relationship between cm³, m³ and litres
- Convert between cm³, m³ and litres
- Value the relationship between volume and capacity

- Make model cube 10 cm × 10 cm × 10 cm
- Immerse in water and measure displaced water
- Establish: 1,000 cm³ = 1 litre, 1 m³ = 1,000 litres

What is the relationship between volume and capacity?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 130
- Containers, basin
- Measuring cylinder
- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 132
- Various containers
- Digital devices

- Written exercises - Oral questions - Observation

Measurements

Time, Distance and Speed - Units of measuring time

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

- Identify units of measuring time
- Read time from clock faces and stopwatches
- Show interest in reading time

- Observe clock face with hour, minute and second hands
- Read time shown on stopwatches (hours, minutes, seconds)
- Draw clock faces showing different times

How do we read time from a clock face?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 134
- Clock faces
- Stopwatches

- Oral questions - Practical activities - Observation

Measurements

Time, Distance and Speed - Converting hours and minutes
Time, Distance and Speed - Converting minutes and seconds

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

- State the relationship between hours and minutes
- Convert hours to minutes and minutes to hours
- Appreciate the use of time conversions

- Make clock face using paper cut-out
- Move minute hand clockwise to complete one turn (60 minutes)
- Establish: 1 hour = 60 minutes

How do we convert hours to minutes?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 136
- Paper clock faces
- Stopwatches
- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 138
- Stopwatches
- Number cards

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Measurements

Time, Distance and Speed - Converting hours and seconds
Time, Distance and Speed - Converting units of distance

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

- State the relationship between hours and seconds
- Convert hours to seconds and seconds to hours
- Value accuracy in converting time units

- Fill tables showing hours, minutes and seconds
- Establish: 1 hour = 3,600 seconds
- Solve problems about assignments, journeys and power saws

How do we convert hours to seconds?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 140
- Calculators
- Conversion charts
- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 142
- Maps
- Measuring tapes

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Measurements

Time, Distance and Speed - Speed in km/h

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

- Define speed as distance covered per unit time
- Calculate speed in kilometres per hour
- Show interest in calculating speed

- Walk and run around athletics field (1 lap = 400 m)
- Record time taken for each activity
- Calculate: Speed = Distance ÷ Time

What is speed in kilometres per hour?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 144
- Athletics field
- Stopwatches

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Measurements

Time, Distance and Speed - Speed in m/s
Time, Distance and Speed - Converting km/h to m/s and vice versa

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

- Calculate speed in metres per second
- Solve problems involving speed in m/s
- Value the application of speed in real life

- Mark 100 m distance in the field
- Run 100 m race and record time using stopwatch
- Calculate speed in m/s

What is speed in metres per second?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 145
- Measuring tape
- Stopwatches
- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 146
- Conversion charts
- Digital devices

- Written exercises - Oral questions - Observation

Geometry

Angles - Angles on a straight line

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

- Identify angles formed on a straight line
- State that angles on a straight line add up to 180°
- Show interest in learning about angles

- Go outside classroom and identify angles made by objects in relation to ground
- Draw line AB and mark point P, measure angle APB using protractor
- Draw lines LP and KP and measure angles APL, LPK, KPB

What is the sum of angles on a straight line?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 184
- Protractors
- Rulers

- Oral questions - Written exercises - Observation

Geometry

Angles - Angles at a point
Angles - Vertically opposite angles

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

- Identify angles formed at a point
- State that angles at a point add up to 360°
- Appreciate the relationship between angles at a point

- Trace and cut out diagram with angles ACB, ACD and BCD
- Use protractor to measure each angle
- Find sum of angles and establish they add up to 360°

What is the sum of angles at a point?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 186
- Protractors
- Paper cut-outs
- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 187
- Scissors

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Geometry

Angles - Alternate angles on a transversal
Angles - Corresponding angles on a transversal

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

- Define a transversal
- Identify alternate angles on a transversal
- Value the properties of alternate angles

- Draw two parallel lines and a transversal crossing them
- Mark angles d and f, cut them out using scissors
- Place angle f on top of angle d and compare (alternate angles are equal)

What are alternate angles?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 188
- Rulers
- Scissors
- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 190
- Scissors, protractors

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions

Geometry

Angles - Co-interior angles on a transversal

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

- Identify co-interior angles on a transversal
- State that co-interior angles add up to 180°
- Appreciate the relationship between co-interior angles

- Draw pair of parallel lines and a transversal
- Mark angles n and p, cut them out
- Place two angles on a straight line and observe they add up to 180°

What is the sum of co-interior angles?

- Smart Minds Mathematics Learner's Book pg. 191
- Rulers
- Scissors, protractors

- Written assignments - Class activities - Oral questions