Living Things and their Environment

Vertebrates - Project: Completion of vertebrate portfolio

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

- complete a portfolio of vertebrates
- present information about vertebrates clearly
- appreciate the diversity of vertebrates

- Learners complete their portfolios of vertebrates
- Learners organize vertebrates into their main groups
- Learners add information about characteristics and importance
- Learners present their portfolios to the class

How effective is my vertebrate portfolio?

- Portfolio materials
- Reference materials
- Art supplies
- Presentation space

- Portfolio quality - Organization of information - Presentation skills - Peer assessment

Living Things and their Environment

The Human Breathing System - Breathing process
The Human Breathing System - Parts of the breathing system

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

- demonstrate the breathing process
- explain the importance of breathing
- show awareness of proper breathing techniques

- Learners practice breathing in and out correctly
- Learners place hands on chest to feel breathing movements
- Learners discuss how chest feels during breathing
- Learners explain the importance of breathing through the nose

What makes up the human breathing system?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 28
- Charts showing breathing movements
- Reference materials
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 29
- Diagrams of the breathing system
- Tracing paper
- Drawing materials

- Demonstrations - Observation - Oral questions - Class discussions

Living Things and their Environment

The Human Breathing System - Functions of parts

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

- describe the functions of main parts of the breathing system
- explain how the parts work together
- show interest in understanding the breathing system

- Learners search for information on functions of breathing system parts
- Learners complete a table showing parts and their functions
- Learners identify parts of the breathing system from descriptions
- Learners share information with classmates

What is the function of each part of the breathing system?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 30
- Print and non-print media
- Reference materials
- Function charts

- Table completion - Oral presentations - Written assignments - Identification exercises

Living Things and their Environment

The Human Breathing System - Using digital media

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

- use digital media to explore the breathing system
- extract information from digital resources
- appreciate technology in learning about body systems

- Learners use digital media to search for videos and pictures
- Learners explore simulations of the breathing process
- Learners gather information about the breathing system
- Learners share findings in class presentations

How can digital resources help us understand the breathing system?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 31
- Digital devices
- Videos on the breathing system
- Reference websites

- Digital literacy skills - Information gathering - Presentations - Question and answer

Living Things and their Environment

The Human Breathing System - Common conditions and diseases (common cold)
The Human Breathing System - Common conditions and diseases (coughs)

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

- identify symptoms of the common cold
- outline prevention measures for common cold
- show responsibility in preventing spread of common cold

- Learners share experiences about common cold
- Learners read stories about common cold cases
- Learners identify symptoms of common cold
- Learners discuss prevention measures for common cold

What are the symptoms and prevention measures for the common cold?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 32
- Charts showing symptoms of common cold
- Reference materials
- Stories about common cold
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 33
- Information resources on coughs
- Charts showing cough prevention

- Oral presentations - Written assignments - Group discussions - Question and answer

Living Things and their Environment

The Human Breathing System - Common conditions and diseases (allergies)

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

- identify causes and symptoms of allergies
- explain prevention measures for allergies
- show empathy towards people with allergies

- Learners read stories about allergic reactions
- Learners identify symptoms of allergies
- Learners discuss triggers for allergies
- Learners explore prevention measures for allergies

What causes allergic reactions in the breathing system?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 34
- Information resources on allergies
- Reference materials
- Stories about allergies

- Oral presentations - Written assignments - Group discussions - Question and answer

Living Things and their Environment

The Human Breathing System - Common conditions and diseases (asthma)

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

- identify causes and symptoms of asthma
- explain management and prevention of asthma
- show empathy towards people with asthma

- Learners read stories about asthma attacks
- Learners identify symptoms of asthma
- Learners discuss triggers for asthma
- Learners explore management and prevention of asthma

How can asthma be managed and prevented?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 35
- Information resources on asthma
- Reference materials
- Pictures of inhalers

- Oral presentations - Written assignments - Group discussions - Question and answer

Living Things and their Environment

The Human Breathing System - Maintaining a healthy breathing system

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

- outline ways of maintaining a healthy breathing system
- explain the importance of a healthy breathing system
- show commitment to maintaining a healthy breathing system

- Learners discuss ways of maintaining a healthy breathing system
- Learners explain importance of exercise, healthy diet and clean air
- Learners explore effects of smoking on the breathing system
- Learners discuss proper breathing techniques

How can we maintain a healthy breathing system?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 36
- Charts on maintaining healthy breathing
- Reference materials
- Pictures showing healthy habits

- Oral presentations - Written assignments - Group discussions - Question and answer

Living Things and their Environment

The Human Breathing System - COVID-19 and the breathing system
The Human Breathing System - Assessment on the breathing system

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

- identify symptoms of COVID-19
- explain prevention measures for COVID-19
- show responsibility in preventing spread of respiratory diseases

- Learners search for information about COVID-19
- Learners identify symptoms of COVID-19
- Learners discuss prevention measures for COVID-19
- Learners explore how COVID-19 affects the breathing system

How does COVID-19 affect the breathing system?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 37
- Information resources on COVID-19
- Reference materials
- Prevention guidelines charts
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 39
- Assessment worksheets
- Diagrams of the breathing system
- Progress check table

- Oral presentations - Written assignments - Group discussions - Question and answer

Living Things and their Environment

The Human Breathing System - Project: Planning a breathing system model

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

- plan for creation of a breathing system model
- select appropriate materials for the model
- show creativity in planning the model

- Learners discuss materials needed for breathing system model
- Learners plan the steps for making the model
- Learners gather locally available materials
- Learners sketch their model design

How can we model the human breathing system?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 40
- Locally available materials
- Drawing materials
- Reference diagrams

- Planning skills - Material selection - Design sketches - Group collaboration

Living Things and their Environment

The Human Breathing System - Project: Making a breathing system model

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

- create a model of the human breathing system
- demonstrate how the model works
- show creativity and teamwork in making the model

- Learners follow steps to create breathing system models
- Learners use locally available materials like bottles, balloons, straws
- Learners demonstrate how their models work
- Learners explain how the parts represent the breathing system

How well does our model represent the breathing system?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 41
- Plastic bottles
- Balloons
- Straws
- Scissors and other tools

- Model construction - Demonstration skills - Explanation clarity - Group collaboration

Living Things and their Environment

The Human Breathing System - Project: Presenting breathing system models

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

- present a working model of the breathing system
- explain how the model demonstrates breathing
- appreciate the value of models in learning

- Learners present their completed breathing system models
- Learners demonstrate how the models work
- Learners explain how parts represent the breathing system
- Learners evaluate other groups' models and provide feedback

How effective is our breathing system model?

- Completed breathing system models
- Presentation space
- Digital cameras (if available)
- Peer evaluation forms

- Presentation skills - Demonstration effectiveness - Explanation clarity - Peer assessment

Living Things and their Environment

The Human Breathing System - End of strand assessment
The Human Breathing System - Remedial and enrichment activities

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

- demonstrate knowledge of all topics in the strand
- apply concepts learned to solve problems
- show confidence in knowledge of living things

- Learners complete comprehensive assessment on the entire strand
- Learners answer questions on plant classification, vertebrates, and the breathing system
- Learners reflect on their learning throughout the strand
- Learners identify areas needing improvement

How well have I mastered concepts about living things and their environment?

- Comprehensive assessment
- Review materials
- Reference materials
- Self-evaluation forms
- Remedial worksheets
- Enrichment materials
- Peer teaching resources
- Reference materials

- Written assessment - Problem-solving exercises - Self-reflection - Teacher evaluation

Living Things and their Environment
Mixtures

The Human Breathing System - Conclusion and reflection
Mixtures - Meaning of mixtures

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

- summarize key concepts from the strand
- reflect on their learning journey
- show appreciation for knowledge gained about living things

- Learners create concept maps summarizing the strand
- Learners reflect on what they've learned and its relevance
- Learners discuss how knowledge can be applied in daily life
- Learners set goals for future learning

How has learning about living things changed my understanding of the world?

- Concept mapping materials
- Reflection journals
- Display materials
- Goal-setting worksheets
KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 59
-Print and non-print materials
-Digital devices

- Concept maps - Reflective writing - Goal clarity - Class discussions

Mixtures

Mixtures - Types of mixtures (homogeneous mixtures)
Mixtures - Types of mixtures (heterogeneous mixtures)

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

- Define homogeneous mixtures
- Identify examples of homogeneous mixtures in the environment
- Show curiosity in observing homogeneous mixtures

- Learners use available information resources to find out the meaning of homogeneous mixtures
- Learners identify examples of homogeneous mixtures
- Learners record their observations in notebooks

What should be considered when separating various mixtures?

KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 61
-Mixed substances
-Containers
-Digital resources

Oral questions -Written exercises -Observation

Mixtures

Mixtures - Examples of solid-solid mixtures
Mixtures - Examples of solid-liquid mixtures
Mixtures - Examples of liquid-liquid mixtures

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

- Identify solid-solid mixtures in the environment
- Classify solid-solid mixtures as homogeneous or heterogeneous
- Show interest in identifying mixtures in the environment

- Learners mix different solid substances
- Learners observe and record whether the mixtures formed are uniform or non-uniform
- Learners categorize solid-solid mixtures as homogeneous or heterogeneous

What should be considered when separating various mixtures?

KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 62
-Maize flour
-Wheat flour
-Salt
-Sand
-Steel wool
-Plastic containers
KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 65
-Water
-Soil
-Sugar
-Beakers
KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 67
-Kerosene
-Motor oil
-Milk

Oral questions -Written exercises -Observation -Practical activities

Mixtures

Mixtures - Separating heterogeneous mixtures (Winnowing)
Mixtures - Separating heterogeneous mixtures (Picking)

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

- Demonstrate separation of heterogeneous mixtures by winnowing
- Apply the winnowing method to separate mixtures
- Appreciate the use of winnowing method in separating mixtures

- Learners observe safety precautions when separating mixtures by winnowing
- Learners carry out activities to demonstrate winnowing
- Learners discuss the application of winnowing in day-to-day life

What should be considered when separating various mixtures?

KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 69
-Chaff
-Grains
-Protective goggles
-Masks
-Aprons
KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 70
-Rice
-Small stones
-Beans
-Maize

Oral questions -Written exercises -Observation -Practical activities

Mixtures

Mixtures - Separating heterogeneous mixtures (Sieving)
Mixtures - Separating heterogeneous mixtures (Using magnet)

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

- Demonstrate separation of heterogeneous mixtures by sieving
- Apply the sieving method to separate mixtures
- Show interest in using sieving to separate mixtures

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

What should be considered when separating various mixtures?

KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 71
-Sand
-Gravel
-Sieves
-White paper
KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 72
-Iron filings
-Steel wool
-Magnets
-Flour
-Soil

Oral questions -Written exercises -Observation -Practical activities

Mixtures

Mixtures - Separating heterogeneous mixtures (Filtering)

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

Oral questions -Written exercises -Observation -Practical activities

Mixtures

Mixtures - Separating heterogeneous mixtures (Decanting)

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

- Demonstrate separation of heterogeneous mixtures by decanting
- Apply the decanting method to separate mixtures
- Value the importance of decantation in separating mixtures

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

What should be considered when separating various mixtures?

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

Oral questions -Written exercises -Observation -Practical activities

Mixtures

Mixtures - Separating heterogeneous mixtures (Separating funnel)

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

Oral questions -Written exercises -Observation -Practical activities

Mixtures

Mixtures - Applications of separating mixtures in day-to-day life
Water Pollution - Meaning of the term water pollution

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

- Outline the applications of separating mixtures in day-to-day life
- Relate the methods of separating mixtures to daily activities
- Appreciate the importance of separating mixtures in daily life

- Learners use available information resources to find out the applications of methods of separating mixtures
- Learners discuss real-life applications of the various methods of separating mixtures
- Learners share findings with peers through presentations

What should be considered when separating various mixtures?

KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 79
-Print and non-print materials
-Digital resources
KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 83
-Images of clean and polluted water

Oral questions -Written exercises -Presentations

Mixtures

Water Pollution - Common water pollutants

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

- Identify common water pollutants
- Classify different types of water pollutants
- Develop awareness about water pollutants

- Learners study pictures showing different water pollutants
- Learners identify water pollutants visible in the pictures
- Learners discuss common water pollutants in water sources near their school and home areas

What are the dangers of water pollution?

KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg 85
-Pictures of water pollutants
-Digital resources

Oral questions -Written exercises -Observation -Group discussions

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)

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

Oral questions -Written exercises -Observation -Field trips

Mixtures

Water Pollution - Methods of reducing water pollution

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

- Identify methods of reducing water pollution
- Explain why proper waste disposal is important
- Show willingness to take part in reducing water pollution

- Learners identify ways of reducing water pollution illustrated in pictures
- Learners discuss the importance of using proper toilets instead of open defecation
- Learners discuss the importance of proper waste disposal

What are the dangers of water pollution?

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

Oral questions -Written exercises -Group discussions

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)

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

Oral questions -Written exercises -Observation -Practical activities

Mixtures

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 solar disinfection
- Explain how solar disinfection works
- Appreciate solar disinfection as an eco-friendly water treatment method

- Learners carry out activities to demonstrate water treatment by solar disinfection
- Learners discuss how sun rays kill germs in water
- Learners discuss factors affecting effectiveness of solar disinfection

What are the dangers of water pollution?

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

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

Oral questions -Written exercises -Creative work -Presentations

Mixtures

Water Pollution - Assessment

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

- Summarize key concepts about water pollution
- Apply knowledge about water pollution in solving problems
- Show understanding of water treatment methods

- Learners answer questions about water pollution
- Learners explain effects of water pollution on living things
- Learners describe methods of water treatment

What are the dangers of water pollution?

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

Written tests -Oral questions -Problem-solving activities

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

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

- Group presentations - Oral questioning - Observation

Force and Energy

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

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

- Investigate the effect of shape on floating and sinking using plasticine
- Record and interpret experimental results
- Appreciate the importance of accurate observations in scientific experiments

Learners are guided to:
- Place a ball of plasticine in water and observe whether it floats or sinks
- Model the same plasticine into the shape of a boat and place it in water
- Observe, record, and discuss the results
- Make conclusions about how shape affects floating and sinking

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

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 110
- Plasticine
- Water in a basin
- 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
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 113
- Basin with water
- Block of wood
- Iron nail

- Oral questions - Practical assessment - Group presentations

Force and Energy

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 material type on floating and sinking
- Make predictions based on prior knowledge
- Appreciate the need for careful observations in scientific experiments

Learners are guided to:
- Use print and digital sources to investigate how material type affects floating and sinking
- Place materials like iron nail, stone, steel pin, plastic, wood, and feather in water
- Record observations and discuss the results
- Draw conclusions about how material type affects floating and sinking

How does the nature of material affect its ability to float or sink?

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

- Observation - Oral questions - Written reports

Force and Energy

Floating and Sinking - Application in Diving

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

- Oral presentations - Written reports - Group discussions

Force and Energy

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

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

- Explain the applications of floating and sinking in water transport
- Research information using print and digital sources
- Appreciate the importance of water transport in everyday life

Learners are guided to:
- Use print and digital sources to find out about applications of floating and sinking in water transport
- Discuss how boats, rafts, and ships are used to transport people and goods
- Explain how ships can float despite being made of metal
- Present findings to classmates

How are floaters useful in day to day life?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 117
- Digital and print sources on water transport
- Pictures of various water vessels
- Pen and notebook
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 122
- Digital and print sources on life savers
- Pictures of various life savers

- Oral presentations - Written assignments - Group discussions

Force and Energy

Floating and Sinking - Application in Floods

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

- Oral presentations - Written reports - Group discussions

Force and Energy

Floating and Sinking - Making Lifesavers
Sound Energy - Vibration Production

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

- Make life savers from locally available materials
- Demonstrate how life savers can be used
- Value the importance of improvisation in solving everyday problems

Learners are guided to:
- Use locally available resources such as rubber tubes, dry sticks, plastics, or other suitable materials to make life savers
- Demonstrate to classmates how the life saver they have made can be used to save life in water
- Observe examples of floaters made from plastic bottles
- Evaluate the effectiveness of their life savers

How can we make effective lifesavers from locally available materials?

- 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
- Pen and notebook

- Project assessment - Practical demonstrations - Peer evaluation

Force and Energy

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

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

- Practical assessment - Oral questions - Observation

Force and Energy

Sound Energy - Vibrating Air
Sound Energy - Vibrating Strings

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

- Demonstrate how sound is produced by vibrating air
- Record observations accurately
- Develop interest in scientific investigations

Learners are guided to:
- Fill bottles with different amounts of water
- Blow across the mouth of bottles and listen to the sounds produced
- Discuss how blowing causes vibrations in the air
- Share findings with classmates

How is sound produced?

- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 128
- Bottles with different amounts of water
- Pen and notebook
- KLB Science and Technology Grade 5 Learner's Book pg. 129
- Rubber bands
- Containers
- Supporting materials (sticks, pencils)

- Practical assessment - Observation - Oral questions