Numbers

Integers - Addition of Integers
Integers - Subtraction of Integers

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

Perform basic operations on integers in different situations;
Work out combined operations on integers in different situations;
Appreciate the use of integers in real life situations.

Discuss and work out basic operations on integers using number cards and charts.
Play games involving numbers and operations.
Pick integers and perform basic operations.

How do we carry out operations of integers in real life situations?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 1.
Number cards.
Charts with basic operations on integers.
Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 2.
Charts with subtraction operations.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Observation.

Numbers

Integers - Multiplication of Integers
Integers - Division of Integers

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

Perform multiplication of integers in different situations;
Work out combined operations involving multiplication of integers;
Appreciate the use of multiplication of integers in real life.

Discuss multiplication of integers using patterns.
Work in groups to create tables of multiplication of positive and negative integers.
Solve problems involving multiplication of integers.

How do we carry out operations of integers in real life situations?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 3.
Charts showing patterns of multiplication of integers.
Multiplication tables.
Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 4.
Division tables.
Worksheets with division problems.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Group presentation.

Numbers

Integers - Combined Operations on Integers
Cubes and Cube Roots - Working out Cubes of Numbers by Multiplication

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

Work out combined operations on integers in the correct order;
Apply combined operations on integers to real life situations;
Appreciate the importance of order of operations.

Work out combined operations of integers in the correct order.
Solve real-life problems involving combined operations.
Use IT resources to practice operations on integers.

How do we carry out operations of integers in real life situations?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 5.
Calculators.
Computers with mathematical software.
Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 8.
Small cubes.
Charts showing cubes of numbers.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Project work.

Numbers

Cubes and Cube Roots - Determining Cubes from Mathematical Tables
Cubes and Cube Roots - Cubes of Numbers Greater Than 10

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

Determine cubes of numbers from mathematical tables;
Apply cube calculations to real life situations;
Show interest in using mathematical tables.

Read the cube of numbers from mathematical tables.
Demonstrate how to use mathematical tables to find cubes.
Compare results from direct calculation and from tables.

How do we work out the cubes of numbers?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 11.
Mathematical tables.
Calculators.
Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 12.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Assignment.

Numbers

Cubes and Cube Roots - Cubes of Numbers Less Than 1
Cubes and Cube Roots - Determining Cube Roots by Factor Method

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

Determine cubes of numbers less than 1 using mathematical tables;
Apply cube calculations to real life situations;
Show interest in working with decimal numbers.

Discuss the concept of cubes of numbers less than 1.
Use mathematical tables to find cubes of decimal numbers.
Solve problems involving cubes of decimal numbers.

How do we work out the cubes of numbers?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 13.
Mathematical tables.
Calculators.
Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 15.
Cubes of different sizes.
Factor trees.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Assignment.

Numbers

Cubes and Cube Roots - Determining Cube Roots from Mathematical Tables
Cubes and Cube Roots - Cube Roots of Numbers Greater Than 1000

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

Determine cube roots of numbers from mathematical tables;
Apply cube root calculations to real life situations;
Show interest in using mathematical tables.

Read the cube roots of numbers from mathematical tables.
Compare cube roots found by factorization and from tables.
Solve problems involving cube roots.

How do we work out the cube roots of numbers?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 16.
Mathematical tables.
Calculators.
Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 17.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Assignment.

Numbers

Cubes and Cube Roots - Cube Roots of Numbers Between 0 and 1

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

Determine cube roots of numbers between 0 and 1 using mathematical tables;
Apply cube root calculations to real life situations;
Show interest in working with decimal numbers.

Discuss cube roots of decimal numbers.
Use mathematical tables to find cube roots of decimal numbers.
Solve problems involving cube roots of decimal numbers.

How do we work out the cube roots of numbers?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 18.
Mathematical tables.
Calculators.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Assignment.

Numbers

Cubes and Cube Roots - Using a Calculator for Cubes and Cube Roots
Cubes and Cube Roots - Application of Cubes and Cube Roots

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

Work out cubes and cube roots using calculators;
Apply cube and cube root calculations to real life situations;
Appreciate the use of technology in mathematical calculations.

Demonstrate how to use a calculator to find cubes and cube roots.
Compare results from mathematical tables and calculators.
Solve real-life problems using a calculator.

Where do we apply cubes and cube roots in real life situations?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 19.
Calculators.
Computers with mathematical software.
Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 21.
Real-life objects with cubic shapes.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Practical assessment.

Numbers

Indices and Logarithms - Expressing Numbers in Index Form
Indices and Logarithms - Laws of Indices: Multiplication

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

Express numbers in index form in different situations;
Use index form to simplify expressions;
Appreciate the use of indices in representing large numbers.

Discuss indices and identify the base.
Express numbers in index form.
Solve problems involving index form.

How do we express numbers in powers?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 26.
Charts showing numbers in index form.
Calculators.
Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 28.
Charts showing laws of indices.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Group activity.

Numbers

Indices and Logarithms - Laws of Indices: Division
Indices and Logarithms - Laws of Indices: Power of a Power

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

Generate the laws of indices for division;
Apply the laws of indices in different situations;
Show interest in using laws of indices for calculation.

Show the laws of indices using division.
Use the laws of indices to work out problems.
Simplify expressions using division law of indices.

How do we express numbers in powers?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 29.
Charts showing laws of indices.
Calculators.
Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 30.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Group work.

Numbers

Indices and Logarithms - Powers of 10 and Common Logarithms
Indices and Logarithms - Using IT for Indices and Logarithms

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

Relate powers of 10 to common logarithms;
Apply common logarithms in different situations;
Show interest in using logarithms for calculation.

Discuss and relate powers of 10 to common logarithms.
Use mathematical tables to find common logarithms.
Solve problems involving common logarithms.

How do we express numbers in powers?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 33.
Mathematical tables.
Calculators.
Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 34.
Computers with mathematical software.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Group presentation.

Numbers

Compound Proportions and Rates of Work - Introduction to Proportions
Compound Proportions and Rates of Work - Dividing Quantities into Proportional Parts

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

Understand the concept of proportion in real life situations;
Identify proportional relationships;
Appreciate the importance of proportions in everyday contexts.

Discuss the concept of proportions with examples from daily life.
Identify proportional relationships in various contexts.
Solve simple proportion problems.

What are proportions?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 35.
Charts showing proportional relationships.
Real-life examples of proportions.
Counters (bottle tops, small stones).
Charts showing proportional division.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Observation.

Numbers

Compound Proportions and Rates of Work - Direct Proportion
Compound Proportions and Rates of Work - Inverse Proportion

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

Identify direct proportional relationships;
Solve problems involving direct proportion;
Show interest in applying direct proportion to real-life situations.

Discuss direct proportion with real-life examples.
Identify the characteristics of direct proportion.
Solve problems involving direct proportion.

What are proportions?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 36.
Charts showing direct proportion.
Graphs of direct proportion.
Charts showing inverse proportion.
Graphs of inverse proportion.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Group work.

Numbers

Compound Proportions and Rates of Work - Relating Different Ratios
Compound Proportions and Rates of Work - Working Out Compound Proportions

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

Relate different ratios in real life situations;
Compare ratios to determine greater or lesser ratios;
Show interest in using ratios for comparison.

Compare and write different ratios.
Convert ratios to equivalent fractions for comparison.
Solve problems involving comparison of ratios.

What are proportions?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 37.
Charts showing different ratios.
Real-life examples of ratio comparison.
Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 39.
Charts showing compound proportions.
Calculators.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Group activity.

Numbers

Compound Proportions and Rates of Work - Solving Problems Using Compound Proportions

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

Apply compound proportions to solve complex real-life problems;
Develop strategies for solving compound proportion problems;
Show interest in the versatility of proportional reasoning.

Work out complex problems involving compound proportions.
Develop step-by-step approach to solving compound proportion problems.
Apply proportional reasoning to real-life scenarios.

Why do we work fast?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 39.
Worksheets with compound proportion problems.
Calculators.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Group presentation.

Numbers

Compound Proportions and Rates of Work - Introduction to Rates of Work
Compound Proportions and Rates of Work - Calculating Rates of Work

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

Understand the concept of rate of work;
Express rate of work in mathematical form;
Appreciate the importance of measuring work efficiency.

Discuss the concept of rates of work.
Express rates of work in mathematical form.
Relate rates of work to time efficiency in daily activities.

Why do we work fast?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 40.
Charts showing rates of work.
Real-life examples of work rates.
Calculators.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Observation.

Numbers

Compound Proportions and Rates of Work - Combined Rates of Work
Compound Proportions and Rates of Work - Rates of Work and Time

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

Calculate combined rates of work when multiple workers or machines work together;
Apply rates of work to real life situations;
Appreciate cooperation and teamwork in accomplishing tasks.

Work out combined rates of work.
Solve problems involving tasks completed by multiple workers.
Discuss real-life scenarios involving combined rates of work.

Why do we work fast?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 41.
Charts showing combined rates of work.
Calculators.
Worksheets with time and rate problems.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Assignment.

Numbers

Compound Proportions and Rates of Work - Rates of Work and Output
Compound Proportions and Rates of Work - Using IT for Rates of Work

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

Calculate output based on rates of work;
Apply direct proportion in rates of work problems;
Appreciate the relationship between rate and productivity.

Discuss the relationship between rate of work and output.
Calculate output based on different work rates.
Solve problems involving productivity and work rates.

Why do we work fast?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 42.
Charts showing productivity and rates.
Calculators.
Computers with spreadsheet software.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Assignment.

Algebra

Matrices - Identifying a Matrix
Matrices - Determining the Order of a Matrix

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

Identify a matrix in different situations;
Represent tabular information as a matrix;
Appreciate the use of matrices in organizing information.

Discuss the use of tables such as football league tables, travel schedules, shopping lists.
Count the number of rows and columns in tables.
Represent tables as matrices.

How do we use matrices in real life situations?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 43.
Charts showing tables and matrices.
Real-life examples of tables.
Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 45.
Paper cards for creating matrices.
Worksheets with various matrices.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Observation.

Algebra

Matrices - Determining the Position of Items in a Matrix
Matrices - Determining Compatibility for Addition

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

Determine the position of items in a matrix;
Identify elements by their positions;
Appreciate the importance of positional notation in matrices.

Discuss and identify the position of each item in a matrix.
Use paper cards to create matrices and identify positions.
Solve problems involving position of elements in matrices.

How do we use matrices in real life situations?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 46.
Paper cards labeled with letters or numbers.
Charts showing element positions.
Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 47.
Charts showing matrices of various orders.
Worksheets with matrices.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Group activity.

Algebra

Matrices - Determining Compatibility for Subtraction
Matrices - Addition of Matrices

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

Determine compatibility of matrices for subtraction;
Identify matrices of the same order;
Appreciate the rules of matrix operations.

Discuss and identify matrices with equal numbers of rows and columns.
Compare orders of different matrices.
Determine which matrices can be subtracted.

How do we use matrices in real life situations?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 49.
Charts showing matrices of various orders.
Worksheets with matrices.
Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 51.
Charts showing addition of matrices.
Calculators.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Group work.

Algebra

Matrices - Subtraction of Matrices

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

Carry out subtraction of matrices in real life situations;
Subtract corresponding elements in compatible matrices;
Appreciate the use of matrices in data analysis.

Subtract matrices by subtracting corresponding elements.
Solve real-life problems involving subtraction of matrices.
Discuss what is represented by rows and columns when subtracting matrices.

How do we use matrices in real life situations?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 54.
Charts showing subtraction of matrices.
Calculators.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Group presentation.

Algebra

Matrices - Application of Matrices
Equations of Straight Lines - Introduction to Gradient

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

Apply matrices in real life situations;
Use matrices to organize and process information;
Reflect on the use of matrices in real life.

Discuss real-life applications of matrices.
Create and solve problems involving matrices.
Present projects showcasing applications of matrices.

How do we use matrices in real life situations?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 57.
Real-life data that can be represented in matrices.
Calculators.
Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 58.
Pictures of hills and slopes.
Charts showing different gradients.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Project work.

Algebra

Equations of Straight Lines - Identifying the Gradient
Equations of Straight Lines - Measuring Gradient

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

Identify the gradient in real life situations;
Compare different gradients;
Show interest in measuring steepness in real-life objects.

Incline objects at different positions to demonstrate gradient.
Compare different gradients and identify steeper slopes.
Relate gradient to real-life applications.

How do we use gradient or steepness in our daily activities?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 58.
Ladders or sticks for demonstrating gradients.
Pictures of hills and slopes.
Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 59.
Rulers and measuring tapes.
Inclined objects for measurement.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Practical activity.

Algebra

Equations of Straight Lines - Gradient from Two Known Points
Equations of Straight Lines - Positive and Negative Gradients

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

Determine the gradient of a straight line from two known points;
Calculate gradient using the formula;
Show interest in mathematical approaches to measuring steepness.

Discuss how to calculate gradient from two points.
Plot points on a Cartesian plane and draw lines.
Calculate gradients of lines using the formula.

How do we use gradient or steepness in our daily activities?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 60.
Graph paper.
Rulers and protractors.
Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 61.
Charts showing lines with different gradients.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Assignment.

Algebra

Equations of Straight Lines - Zero and Undefined Gradients
Equations of Straight Lines - Equation from Two Points

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

Identify lines with zero and undefined gradients;
Relate gradient to direction of lines;
Show interest in special cases of gradients.

Draw horizontal and vertical lines on a Cartesian plane.
Calculate gradients of horizontal and vertical lines.
Discuss the special cases of zero and undefined gradients.

How do we use gradient or steepness in our daily activities?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 61.
Graph paper.
Charts showing horizontal and vertical lines.
Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 62.
Calculators.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Group presentation.

Algebra

Equations of Straight Lines - Deriving the Equation from Two Points
Equations of Straight Lines - Equation from a Point and Gradient

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

Derive the equation of a line step-by-step from two points;
Apply algebraic manipulation to derive the equation;
Show interest in mathematical derivations.

Derive step-by-step the equation of a line from two points.
Apply algebraic manipulation to simplify the equation.
Verify the derived equation using the given points.

How do we use gradient or steepness in our daily activities?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 63.
Graph paper.
Worksheets with coordinate points.
Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 64.
Calculators.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Assignment.

Algebra

Equations of Straight Lines - Express Equation in Form y = mx + c
Equations of Straight Lines - Interpreting y = mx + c

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

Express the equation of a straight line in the form y = mx + c;
Identify the gradient and y-intercept from the equation;
Appreciate the standard form of line equations.

Discuss and rewrite equations in the form y = mx + c.
Identify the gradient (m) and y-intercept (c) from equations.
Solve problems involving standard form of line equations.

How do we use gradient or steepness in our daily activities?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 65.
Charts showing line equations.
Graph paper.
Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 67.
Charts showing lines with different gradients.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Group presentation.

Algebra

Equations of Straight Lines - Graphing Lines from Equations

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

Draw graphs of straight lines from their equations;
Use the gradient and y-intercept to plot lines;
Appreciate the visual representation of equations.

Generate tables of values from line equations.
Plot points and draw lines from the equations.
Compare lines with different gradients and y-intercepts.

How do we use gradient or steepness in our daily activities?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 68.
Graph paper.
Rulers.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Practical activity.

Algebra

Equations of Straight Lines - x and y Intercepts
Equations of Straight Lines - Using Intercepts to Graph Lines

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

Determine the x and y intercepts of a straight line;
Find intercepts by substituting x=0 and y=0;
Appreciate the geometrical significance of intercepts.

Work out the value of x when y is zero and the value of y when x is zero.
Identify intercepts from graphs of straight lines.
Solve problems involving intercepts.

How do we represent linear inequalities in graphs?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 70.
Graph paper.
Rulers.
Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 71.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Assignment.

Algebra

Equations of Straight Lines - Parallel and Perpendicular Lines
Equations of Straight Lines - Real Life Applications

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

Identify parallel and perpendicular lines from their equations;
Determine the relationship between gradients of parallel and perpendicular lines;
Appreciate geometric relationships in algebraic form.

Discuss the gradient relationship in parallel and perpendicular lines.
Draw parallel and perpendicular lines on graph paper.
Solve problems involving parallel and perpendicular lines.

How do we use gradient or steepness in our daily activities?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 71.
Graph paper.
Rulers and protractors.
Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 72.
Real-life data that can be modeled using lines.
Computers with graphing software.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Group presentation.

Algebra

Linear Inequalities - Introduction to Inequalities
Linear Inequalities - Solving Linear Inequalities (Addition and Subtraction)

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

Understand the concept of inequality;
Represent inequalities using symbols;
Appreciate the use of inequalities in expressing constraints.

Discuss inequality statements from real-life situations.
Represent inequalities using appropriate symbols.
Identify examples of inequalities in everyday life.

How do we represent linear inequalities in graphs?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 75.
Charts showing inequality symbols.
Real-life examples of inequalities.
Number lines.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Observation.

Algebra

Linear Inequalities - Solving Linear Inequalities (Multiplication and Division)
Linear Inequalities - Solving Linear Inequalities (Combined Operations)

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

Solve linear inequalities in one unknown involving multiplication and division;
Apply linear inequalities to real life situations;
Appreciate the rule for inequality sign when multiplying or dividing by negative numbers.

Discuss inequality operations with multiplication and division.
Demonstrate the effect of multiplication by negative numbers on inequality signs.
Solve inequalities involving multiplication and division.

How do we represent linear inequalities in graphs?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 76.
Charts showing inequality rules.
Number lines.
Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 77.
Worksheets with inequality problems.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Class assignment.

Algebra

Linear Inequalities - Graphical Representation in One Unknown
Linear Inequalities - Graphical Representation in Two Unknowns

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

Represent linear inequalities in one unknown graphically;
Use number lines to represent solutions;
Appreciate graphical representation as a way of visualizing solutions.

Generate a table of values for boundary lines.
Draw linear inequalities in one unknown on number lines.
Indicate regions that satisfy inequalities.

How do we represent linear inequalities in graphs?

Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 78.
Number lines.
Graph paper.
Top Scholar KLB Mathematics Learners Book Grade 9, page 79.
Rulers and protractors.

Oral questions. Written exercise. Practical activity.

MEASUREMENTS

Area of a Pentagon

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

-Identify and state the number of sides in a pentagon;
-Calculate the area of a regular pentagon;
-Apply the formula for finding the area of a pentagon in real-life situations;
-Develop genuine interest in calculating the area of regular pentagons.

In groups and individually, learners are guided to:
-Discuss the properties of regular polygons;
-Use cut-outs to work out the area of pentagons;
-Identify objects with pentagonal shapes in their environment;
-Calculate the area of a regular pentagon using the formula A = (5/2)s²sin(72°).

How do we determine the area of different surfaces?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 87;
-Cut-outs of regular pentagons;
-Chart with diagrams of pentagons;
-Calculator;
-Ruler and protractor.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 89;
-Pentagonal objects;
-Worked examples on the board.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Group presentations.

MEASUREMENTS

Area of a Hexagon

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

-Identify and state the number of sides in a hexagon;
-Calculate the area of a regular hexagon;
-Use triangles to work out the area of a hexagon;
-Show interest in learning about hexagons and their properties.

In groups and individually, learners are guided to:
-Discuss the properties of regular hexagons;
-Trace hexagons on paper and join vertices to the center to form triangles;
-Measure the height and base of triangles formed in the hexagon;
-Calculate the area of hexagons using the formula A = (3√3/2)s².

How many triangles can be formed by joining the center of a hexagon to each vertex?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 90;
-Cut-outs of regular hexagons;
-Chart with diagrams of hexagons;
-Ruler and protractor;
-Calculator.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 91;
-Hexagonal objects;
-Calculator;
-Worked examples on the board.

-Observation of practical work; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Group presentations.

MEASUREMENTS

Surface Area of Triangular and Rectangular-Based Prisms

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

-Draw a triangular prism and identify its faces, edges, and vertices;
-Develop a net for a triangular prism;
-Calculate the surface area of a triangular prism using its net;
-Appreciate the practical applications of surface area calculations.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Collect from the environment objects that are triangular prisms;
-Draw and sketch nets of triangular prisms;
-Measure dimensions of the faces on the nets;
-Calculate the area of each face and add to find the total surface area;
-Discuss and share results with other groups.

How do we determine the surface area of a triangular prism?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 94;
-Manila paper for making nets;
-Scissors;
-Rulers;
-Objects with triangular prism shapes;
-Glue.

-Observation of practical work; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Group work assessment.

MEASUREMENTS

Surface Area of Triangular and Rectangular-Based Prisms
Surface Area of Triangular, Rectangular and Square-Based Pyramids

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

-Draw a rectangular prism and identify its faces, edges, and vertices;
-Develop a net for a rectangular prism;
-Calculate the surface area of a rectangular prism using its net;
-Show interest in relating surface area to real-life applications.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Collect objects that are rectangular prisms;
-Draw and sketch nets of rectangular prisms;
-Measure dimensions of the faces on the nets;
-Calculate the area of each face and add to find the total surface area;
-Discuss and share results with other groups.

How do we determine the surface area of a rectangular prism?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 95;
-Manila paper for making nets;
-Scissors;
-Rulers;
-Objects with rectangular prism shapes (boxes);
-Glue.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 96;
-Objects with triangular pyramid shapes;

-Observation of practical work; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Group work assessment.

MEASUREMENTS

Surface Area of Triangular, Rectangular and Square-Based Pyramids
Area of a Sector and Segment of a Circle

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

-Draw a rectangular-based pyramid and identify its faces, edges, and vertices;
-Develop a net for a rectangular-based pyramid;
-Calculate the surface area of a rectangular-based pyramid;
-Appreciate the relationship between nets and surface area calculations.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Draw and sketch nets of rectangular-based pyramids;
-Measure dimensions of the faces on the nets;
-Calculate the area of each face and add to find the total surface area;
-Discuss and share results with other groups;
-Solve problems involving surface area of rectangular-based pyramids.

How do we determine the surface area of a rectangular-based pyramid?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 97;
-Manila paper for making nets;
-Scissors;
-Rulers;
-Objects with rectangular pyramid shapes;
-Glue.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 99;
-Circular paper cut-outs;
-Protractors;
-Scientific calculators.

-Observation of practical work; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Model making assessment.

MEASUREMENTS

Area of a Sector and Segment of a Circle
Surface Area of a Cone in Real Life Situations

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

-Define a segment of a circle;
-Differentiate between a sector and a segment of a circle;
-Calculate the area of a segment of a circle;
-Show genuine interest in calculating areas of segments.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Draw circles and form segments by drawing chords;
-Cut out segments from paper circles;
-Derive the formula for the area of a segment (sector area minus triangle area);
-Calculate the area of segments with different angles and chord lengths;
-Discuss and share results with other groups.

How do we calculate the area of a segment of a circle?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 101;
-Circular paper cut-outs;
-Protractors;
-Scissors;
-Rulers;
-Scientific calculators.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 102;
-Conical objects (funnels, party hats);
-Glue.

-Observation of practical work; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Group work assessment.

MEASUREMENTS

Surface Area of a Cone in Real Life Situations
Surface Area of a Sphere in Real Life Situations

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

-Calculate the curved surface area of a cone using the formula A = πrl;
-Calculate the total surface area of a cone using the formula A = πr² + πrl;
-Solve problems involving surface area of cones;
-Appreciate the application of surface area in real-life situations.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Measure dimensions of cone models (radius and slant height);
-Calculate the curved surface area of cones;
-Calculate the total surface area of cones (closed cones);
-Solve problems involving surface area of cones in real-life contexts;
-Discuss and share results with other groups.

How do we calculate the surface area of a cone?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 103;
-Cone models;
-Rulers;
-Scientific calculators;
-Charts showing formulas for surface area of cones.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 104;
-Spherical objects (balls, oranges);
-Measuring tape/rulers;
-Charts showing formulas for surface area of spheres.

-Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Problem-solving assessment; -Peer assessment.

MEASUREMENTS

Volume of Triangular and Rectangular-Based Prisms

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

-Identify triangular prisms;
-Calculate the volume of a triangular prism using the formula V = area of base × height;
-Solve problems involving volume of triangular prisms;
-Show interest in calculating volume of triangular prisms.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Collect objects shaped like triangular prisms;
-Identify the base and height of triangular prisms;
-Calculate the area of the triangular base;
-Calculate the volume using the formula V = area of base × height;
-Discuss and share results with other groups.

How do we determine the volume of a triangular prism?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 105;
-Triangular prism models;
-Rulers;
-Scientific calculators;
-Charts showing formulas for volume of triangular prisms.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 107;
-Rectangular prism models (boxes);
-Charts showing formulas for volume of rectangular prisms.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Problem-solving assessment.

MEASUREMENTS

Volume of Triangular, Rectangular and Square-Based Pyramids

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

-Identify triangular-based pyramids;
-Calculate the volume of a triangular-based pyramid using the formula V = ⅓ × area of base × height;
-Solve problems involving volume of triangular-based pyramids;
-Show interest in calculating volumes of pyramids.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Identify and discuss models of triangular-based pyramids;
-Identify the base and height of triangular-based pyramids;
-Calculate the area of the triangular base;
-Calculate the volume using the formula V = ⅓ × area of base × height;
-Discuss and share results with other groups.

How do we use the volume of solids in real-life situations?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 108;
-Triangular-based pyramid models;
-Rulers;
-Scientific calculators;
-Charts showing formulas for volume of pyramids.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 109;
-Rectangular and square-based pyramid models;

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Problem-solving assessment.

MEASUREMENTS

Volume of a Cone in Real Life Situations

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

-Identify cones and their properties;
-Calculate the volume of a cone using the formula V = ⅓ × πr² × h;
-Solve problems involving volume of cones;
-Show interest in calculating volumes of cones.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Identify and discuss models of cones;
-Identify the base radius and height of cones;
-Calculate the volume using the formula V = ⅓ × πr² × h;
-Solve practical problems involving volume of cones;
-Discuss and share results with other groups.

How do we determine the volume of a cone?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 110;
-Cone models;
-Rulers;
-Scientific calculators;
-Charts showing formulas for volume of cones.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Problem-solving assessment.

MEASUREMENTS

Volume of a Sphere in Real Life Situations
Volume of a Frustum in Real Life Situations

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

-Identify spheres and their properties;
-Calculate the volume of a sphere using the formula V = ⅘ × πr³;
-Solve problems involving volume of spheres;
-Develop interest in calculating volumes of spheres.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Identify and discuss models of spheres;
-Measure the radius of spherical objects;
-Calculate the volume using the formula V = ⅘ × πr³;
-Solve practical problems involving volume of spheres;
-Discuss and share results with other groups.

How do we determine the volume of a sphere?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 112;
-Spherical objects (balls);
-Measuring tape/rulers;
-Scientific calculators;
-Charts showing formulas for volume of spheres.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 113;
-Frustum models;
-Rulers;
-Charts showing formulas for volume of frustums.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Problem-solving assessment.

MEASUREMENTS

Volume of a Frustum in Real Life Situations
Mass, Volume, Weight and Density - Instruments and Tools Used in Weighing

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

-Calculate the volume of a frustum of a cone;
-Calculate the volume of a frustum of a pyramid;
-Solve problems involving volume of frustums;
-Appreciate the application of volume of frustums in real-life situations.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Review the formula for volume of a frustum;
-Calculate the volume of a frustum of a cone using the formula V = (1/3)πh(R² + Rr + r²);
-Calculate the volume of a frustum of a pyramid;
-Solve practical problems involving volume of frustums;
-Discuss and share results with other groups.

How do we calculate the volume of a frustum?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 114;
-Frustum models;
-Rulers;
-Scientific calculators;
-Charts showing formulas for volume of frustums.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 117;
-Different types of weighing instruments;
-Various objects to weigh;
-Charts showing different weighing instruments.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Problem-solving assessment.

MEASUREMENTS

Mass, Volume, Weight and Density - Converting Units of Mass
Mass, Volume, Weight and Density - Relating Mass and Weight

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

-Identify different units of mass;
-Convert units of mass from one form to another;
-Solve problems involving conversion of mass units;
-Appreciate the importance of standardized units of mass.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Collect and weigh different items using a weighing balance;
-Record measurements in different units;
-Convert between different units of mass (kg, g, mg, etc.);
-Solve problems involving mass conversions;
-Discuss and share results with other groups.

Why do we need to convert units of mass from one form to another?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 118;
-Weighing instruments;
-Various objects to weigh;
-Charts showing relationship between different units of mass.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 119;
-Spring balance;
-Digital devices for research.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Practical assessment.

MEASUREMENTS

Mass, Volume, Weight and Density - Determining Mass, Volume and Density
Mass, Volume, Weight and Density - Determining Density of Objects

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

-Define density;
-Understand the relationship between mass, volume, and density;
-Calculate density using the formula D = m/V;
-Show genuine interest in determining density of various substances.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Measure the mass of different objects;
-Determine the volume of objects using water displacement method;
-Calculate the density of objects using the formula D = m/V;
-Complete a table with mass, volume, and density of different objects;
-Discuss and share findings with other groups.

How do we determine the density of an object?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 121;
-Weighing instruments;
-Measuring cylinders;
-Various objects (coins, stones, metal pieces);
-Water;
-Scientific calculators.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 122;
-Scientific calculators;
-Chart showing densities of common materials;
-Examples of applications of density in real life.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Practical assessment.

MEASUREMENTS

Mass, Volume, Weight and Density - Determining Mass Given Volume and Density
Mass, Volume, Weight and Density - Determining Volume Given Mass and Density

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

-Rearrange the density formula to find mass;
-Calculate mass given volume and density using the formula m = D × V;
-Solve problems involving mass, volume, and density;
-Show interest in applying density concepts to find mass.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Review the relationship between mass, volume, and density;
-Rearrange the formula D = m/V to find m = D × V;
-Calculate the mass of objects given their volume and density;
-Solve practical problems involving mass, volume, and density;
-Discuss and share results with other groups.

How can we determine the mass of an object if we know its volume and density?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 123;
-Scientific calculators;
-Chart showing densities of common materials;
-Examples of applications of density in real life.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Problem-solving assessment.

MEASUREMENTS

Time, Distance and Speed - Working Out Speed in Km/h and m/s

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

-Define speed;
-Calculate speed in meters per second (m/s);
-Solve problems involving speed in m/s;
-Show interest in calculating speed.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Participate in timed races over measured distances;
-Record distance covered and time taken;
-Calculate speed using the formula speed = distance/time;
-Express speed in meters per second (m/s);
-Complete a table with distance, time, and speed;
-Discuss and share results with other groups.

How do we observe speed in daily activities?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 124;
-Stopwatch/timer;
-Measuring tape/rulers;
-Scientific calculators;
-Sports field or open area.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 125;
-Chart showing conversion between m/s and km/h;
-Examples of speeds of various objects and vehicles.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Practical assessment.

MEASUREMENTS

Time, Distance and Speed - Working Out Average Speed in Real Life Situations

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

-Define average speed;
-Calculate average speed over a journey;
-Solve problems involving average speed;
-Show interest in calculating average speed in real-life situations.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Discuss the concept of average speed;
-Record distance covered and time taken for a journey with varying speeds;
-Calculate average speed using the formula average speed = total distance/total time;
-Solve problems involving average speed in real-life contexts;
-Discuss and share results with other groups.

How do we calculate the average speed of a journey?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 126;
-Scientific calculators;
-Chart showing examples of average speed calculations;
-Examples of journey scenarios with varying speeds.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Problem-solving assessment.

MEASUREMENTS

Time, Distance and Speed - Determining Velocity in Real Life Situations
Time, Distance and Speed - Working Out Acceleration in Real Life Situations

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

-Define velocity;
-Differentiate between speed and velocity;
-Calculate velocity in different directions;
-Show genuine interest in understanding velocity.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Discuss the difference between speed and velocity;
-Record distance covered, time taken, and direction for various movements;
-Calculate velocity using the formula velocity = displacement/time;
-Express velocity with direction (e.g., 5 m/s eastward);
-Solve problems involving velocity in real-life contexts;
-Discuss and share results with other groups.

What is the difference between speed and velocity?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 129;
-Stopwatch/timer;
-Measuring tape/rulers;
-Scientific calculators;
-Compass for directions.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 130;
-Chart showing examples of acceleration calculations;
-Examples of acceleration in real-life situations.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Practical assessment.

MEASUREMENTS

Time, Distance and Speed - Identifying Longitudes on the Globe
Time, Distance and Speed - Relating Longitudes to Time on the Globe

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

-Identify longitudes on a globe;
-Understand the concept of the prime meridian;
-Describe how longitudes are measured in degrees east or west;
-Show interest in understanding the globe and longitudes.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Use a globe to identify circles that pass through North and South poles;
-Search from the Internet or print media for the meaning of these circles;
-Identify special circles on the globe (Prime Meridian, International Date Line);
-Discuss how longitudes are measured in degrees east or west of the Prime Meridian;
-Discuss and share findings with other groups.

Why does time vary in different places of the world?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 131;
-Globe;
-World map showing longitudes;
-Digital devices for research;
-Charts showing the longitude system.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 133;
-World map showing time zones;
-Charts showing the relationship between longitudes and time.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Group presentations.

MEASUREMENTS

Time, Distance and Speed - Determining Local Time of Places on Different Longitudes

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

-Calculate local time at different longitudes;
-Understand that time increases eastward and decreases westward;
-Solve problems involving local time at different longitudes;
-Show interest in understanding time zones.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Review the relationship between longitudes and time;
-Calculate local time at different longitudes given the local time at a reference longitude;
-Understand that for every 15° change in longitude, time changes by 1 hour;
-Solve problems involving local time at different longitudes;
-Discuss and share results with other groups.

How do we calculate the local time at different longitudes?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 134;
-Globe;
-World map showing time zones;
-Scientific calculators;
-Charts showing examples of local time calculations.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 136;
-World map showing time zones and the International Date Line;

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Problem-solving assessment.

MEASUREMENTS

Time, Distance and Speed - Determining Local Time of Places on Different Longitudes
Money - Identifying Currencies Used in Different Countries

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

-Apply knowledge of local time to solve various problems;
-Convert between 12-hour and 24-hour time formats;
-Solve real-world problems involving time zones;
-Show genuine interest in understanding global time.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Review calculations of local time at different longitudes;
-Convert between 12-hour (am/pm) and 24-hour time formats;
-Solve problems involving flight times, international calls, and global events;
-Use digital resources to explore current time in different parts of the world;
-Discuss and share results with other groups.

How do time zones affect international communication and travel?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 137;
-Globe;
-World map showing time zones;
-Digital devices showing current time in different cities;
-Scientific calculators.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 138;
-Digital devices for research;
-Pictures/samples of different currencies;
-Manila paper or carton;
-Charts showing currencies and their countries.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Project work on time zones.

MEASUREMENTS

Money - Converting Currency from One to Another in Real Life Situations

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

-Understand exchange rates;
-Convert foreign currency to Kenyan currency;
-Use exchange rate tables;
-Appreciate the concept of currency exchange.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Study exchange rates of international currencies in a table;
-Understand the concept of buying and selling rates;
-Convert foreign currencies to Kenyan Shillings using the buying rate;
-Solve problems involving currency conversion;
-Use digital devices to compare exchange rates from different sources;
-Discuss and share results with other groups.

Why do we change currencies from one form to another?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 141;
-Exchange rate tables from newspapers or online sources;
-Scientific calculators;
-Digital devices for checking current exchange rates;
-Charts showing examples of currency conversions.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 142;

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Problem-solving assessment.

MEASUREMENTS

Money - Working Out Export Duties Charged on Goods
Money - Working Out Import Duties Charged on Goods

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

-Define export duty;
-Calculate export duty on goods;
-Understand the purpose of export duties;
-Appreciate the role of export duties in international trade.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Use digital devices to search for the meaning of export duty;
-Research the percentage of export duty on different goods in Kenya;
-Calculate export duty on goods using the formula: Export Duty = Value of Goods × Duty Rate;
-Solve problems involving export duties;
-Discuss the purpose and impact of export duties;
-Discuss and share findings with other groups.

What are the types of taxes the government levy on its citizens?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 143;
-Digital devices for research;
-Scientific calculators;
-Charts showing export duty rates;
-Examples of export scenarios.
-Charts showing import duty rates;
-Examples of import scenarios.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Research presentation.

MEASUREMENTS

Money - Working Out Excise Duty Charged on Goods

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

-Define excise duty;
-Identify goods and services that attract excise duty;
-Calculate excise duty on goods and services;
-Show interest in understanding taxation systems.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Use digital devices to search for the meaning of excise duty;
-Research goods that attract excise duty;
-Research percentage of excise duty on goods and services;
-Calculate excise duty on various goods and services;
-Solve problems involving excise duty;
-Discuss and share findings with other groups.

What is excise duty and how is it different from other taxes?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 145;
-Digital devices for research;
-Scientific calculators;
-Charts showing excise duty rates;
-Examples of goods subject to excise duty.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Research presentation.

MEASUREMENTS

Money - Determining Value-Added Tax (VAT) Charged on Goods and Services
Approximations and Errors - Approximating Quantities in Measurements

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

-Define Value Added Tax (VAT);
-Identify goods and services that attract VAT;
-Calculate VAT on goods and services;
-Appreciate the role of VAT in government revenue collection.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Use digital devices or print media to search for information on VAT;
-Research goods that attract VAT;
-Research the percentage of VAT charged on goods and services;
-Study receipts to identify VAT amounts;
-Calculate VAT on various goods and services;
-Discuss and share findings with other groups.

How is VAT calculated and why is it charged?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 145;
-Supermarket receipts showing VAT;
-Digital devices for research;
-Scientific calculators;
-Charts showing VAT calculations.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 148;
-Measuring tapes/rulers;
-Various objects to measure;
-Charts showing conventional and arbitrary units;
-Open space for measuring with strides.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Analysis of receipts.

MEASUREMENTS

Approximations and Errors - Determining Errors Using Estimations and Actual Measurements
Approximations and Errors - Determining Percentage Errors Using Actual Measurements

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

-Define error in measurements;
-Determine errors by comparing estimated and actual measurements;
-Calculate absolute errors in measurements;
-Develop genuine interest in understanding measurement errors.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Estimate the measurements of various items in centimeters;
-Use a ruler to find the actual measurements of the items;
-Find the difference between the estimated and measured values;
-Understand that error = measured value - estimated value;
-Complete a table with estimated values, measured values, and errors;
-Discuss and share findings with other groups.

How do we determine errors in measurements?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 149;
-Measuring tapes/rulers;
-Various objects to measure;
-Weighing scales/balances;
-Scientific calculators.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 151;

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Practical assessment.

Geometry

Coordinates and Graphs - Plotting points on a Cartesian plane
Coordinates and Graphs - Drawing a straight line graph

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

Plot out points on a Cartesian plane;
Work in groups to locate points on a plane;
Appreciate the use of Cartesian plane in locating positions.

Learners are guided to work in groups and locate the point of intersection of the x-coordinate and the y-coordinates on a Cartesian plane.
Learners plot given points such as P(3,4), Q(4,-2), R(-3,-5) and S(-1,5) on a Cartesian plane.

How do we locate a point on a Cartesian plane?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 154
-Graph paper
-Ruler
-Pencils
-Charts with Cartesian plane
-Colored markers
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 155
-Calculator
-Blackboard illustration

-Oral questions -Observation -Written exercise -Peer assessment

Geometry

Coordinates and Graphs - Completing tables for linear equations
Coordinates and Graphs - Drawing parallel lines

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

Complete tables of values for different linear equations;
Plot points from completed tables on a Cartesian plane;
Enjoy drawing straight line graphs from tables of values.

Learners complete tables of values for given linear equations such as y=2x+3.
Learners plot the points on a Cartesian plane and join them using a straight edge to form a straight line graph.
Learners work in pairs to generate their own tables of values for different equations.

How do we use tables of values to draw straight line graphs?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 156
-Graph paper
-Ruler
-Pencils
-Calculator
-Charts with prepared tables
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 157
-Set square
-Charts showing parallel lines

-Oral questions -Peer assessment -Written exercise -Checklist

Geometry

Coordinates and Graphs - Relating gradients of parallel lines
Coordinates and Graphs - Drawing perpendicular lines

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

Determine the gradients of straight lines;
Relate the gradients of parallel lines;
Value the importance of gradient in determining parallel lines.

Learners work in groups to generate tables of values for equations y=3x-4 and y=3x-1.
Learners draw the lines on the Cartesian plane and determine their gradients.
Learners compare the gradients and discuss the relationship between the gradients of parallel lines.

What is the relationship between the gradients of parallel lines?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 158
-Graph paper
-Ruler
-Calculator
-Manila paper
-Digital devices (optional)
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 159
-Protractor
-Set square
-Charts showing perpendicular lines

-Oral questions -Group discussion -Written exercise -Assessment rubrics

Geometry

Coordinates and Graphs - Relating gradients of perpendicular lines
Coordinates and Graphs - Applications of straight line graphs

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

Determine gradients of perpendicular lines;
Find the relationship between gradients of perpendicular lines;
Appreciate the application of gradient in determining perpendicular lines.

Learners work in groups to generate tables of values for equations such as y=3x+2 and y=-1/3x+1.
Learners draw the lines on the Cartesian plane, determine their gradients, and find the product of the gradients.
Learners discuss the relationship between the gradients of perpendicular lines.

What is the product of the gradients of two perpendicular lines?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 160
-Graph paper
-Ruler
-Calculator
-Set square
-Charts with examples of perpendicular lines
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 165
-Charts showing real-life applications
-Manila paper for presentations

-Oral questions -Group work -Written exercise -Assessment rubrics

Geometry

Scale Drawing - Compass directions
Scale Drawing - Compass bearings

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

Identify compass and true bearings in real-life situations;
Draw and discuss the compass directions;
Appreciate the use of compass in navigation.

Learners carry out an activity outside the classroom where a member stands with hands spread out.
Learners draw a diagram showing the directions of the right hand, left hand, front, and back, labeling them in terms of North, South, East, and West.
Learners discuss situations where knowledge of compass direction is used.

How do we use compass directions to locate positions?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 168
-Magnetic compass
-Plain paper
-Colored pencils
-Charts showing compass directions
-Maps
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 170
-Protractor
-Ruler
-Charts showing compass bearings
-Manila paper

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Observation

Geometry

Scale Drawing - True bearings

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

Identify true bearings in real-life situations;
Draw and measure true bearings;
Appreciate the difference between compass and true bearings.

Learners trace diagrams showing true bearings.
Learners measure angles from North in the clockwise direction.
Learners draw accurately true bearings such as 008°, 036°, 126°, etc.

What is the difference between compass bearings and true bearings?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 171
-Protractor
-Ruler
-Plain paper
-Charts showing true bearings
-Diagrams for tracing

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Assessment rubrics

Geometry

Scale Drawing - Determining compass bearings
Scale Drawing - Determining true bearings

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

Determine the bearing of one point from another;
Measure angles to determine compass bearings;
Enjoy determining bearings in different situations.

Learners consider a diagram showing points Q and R.
Learners find the angle between the North line and line QR.
Learners use the angle to write down the compass bearing of R from Q and discuss their results.

How do we determine the compass bearing of one point from another?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 173
-Protractor
-Ruler
-Plain paper
-Charts with bearing examples
-Manila paper for group work
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 175
-Worksheets with diagrams

-Oral questions -Group work -Written exercise -Observation

Geometry

Scale Drawing - Locating points using compass bearing and distance
Scale Drawing - Locating points using true bearing and distance

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

Locate a point using bearing and distance in real-life situations;
Create scale drawings showing relative positions;
Appreciate the use of scale drawings in real-life situations.

Learners consider two markets U and V such that the distance between them is 6 km and U is on a bearing of N56°E from V.
Learners mark point V on paper, draw the bearing of U from V, and use a scale of 1 cm represents 1 km to locate U.
Learners display and discuss their constructions.

How do we use compass bearings and distances to locate positions?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 178
-Protractor
-Ruler
-Plain paper
-Drawing board
-Charts with examples
-Worksheets
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 182
-Manila paper for presentations

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Peer assessment

Geometry

Scale Drawing - Angle of elevation
Scale Drawing - Determining angles of elevation

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

Identify angles of elevation in real-life situations;
Make and use a clinometer to measure angles of elevation;
Appreciate the application of angles of elevation in real-life situations.

Learners perform an activity outside the classroom where they stand next to a flag pole and mark points at eye level and above.
Learners observe how the line of sight forms an angle when looking at higher objects.
Learners make a clinometer and use it to measure angles of elevation of objects in the school environment.

What is an angle of elevation and how do we measure it?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 186
-Protractor
-String
-Weight (about 25g)
-Cardboard
-Straight piece of wood
-Charts showing angles of elevation
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 187
-Ruler
-Plain paper
-Drawing board
-Calculator
-Charts showing examples

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Project assessment

Geometry

Scale Drawing - Angle of depression
Scale Drawing - Determining angles of depression

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

Identify angles of depression in real-life situations;
Measure angles of depression using a clinometer;
Appreciate the application of angles of depression in real-life situations.

Learners perform an activity outside the classroom where they stand next to a flag pole and mark points at eye level and below.
Learners observe how the line of sight forms an angle when looking at lower objects.
Learners use a clinometer to measure angles of depression of objects in their environment.

What is an angle of depression and how is it related to the angle of elevation?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 190
-Clinometer (made in previous lesson)
-String
-Weight
-Protractor
-Charts showing angles of depression
-Diagrams
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 192
-Ruler
-Plain paper
-Drawing board
-Calculator
-Charts with examples

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Observation

Geometry

Scale Drawing - Application in simple surveying
Scale Drawing - Survey using bearings and distances

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

Apply scale drawing in simple surveying;
Record measurements in a field book;
Value the importance of surveying in mapping.

Learners study a survey of a small island made using a triangle ABC around it.
Learners trace the diagram and draw perpendicular lines from points along the triangle sides to the edge of the island.
Learners measure the lengths of perpendicular lines and record the measurements in a tabular form in a field book.

How do surveyors use scale drawings to create maps?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 195
-Drawing paper
-Ruler
-Set square
-Pencil
-Field book (notebook)
-Charts with survey examples
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 199
-Protractor
-Plain paper
-Drawing board
-Field book
-Charts with examples

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Field book assessment

Geometry

Scale Drawing - Complex surveying problems
Scale Drawing - Project work on scale drawing

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

Solve complex surveying problems involving bearings and distances;
Create scale drawings of multiple points and features;
Show interest in scale drawing applications in real-life.

Learners study problems involving multiple points with bearings and distances between them.
Learners create scale drawings to determine unknown distances and bearings.
Learners discuss real-life applications of scale drawing in surveying and navigation.

How do we determine unknown distances and bearings using scale drawing?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 202
-Protractor
-Ruler
-Drawing paper
-Calculator
-Maps
-Charts with examples
-Measuring tape
-Compass
-Colored pencils
-Manila paper
-Drawing instruments

-Oral questions -Scale drawing -Written exercise -Assessment rubrics

Geometry

Similarity and Enlargement - Similar figures and properties

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

Identify similar figures and their properties;
Measure corresponding sides and angles of similar figures;
Appreciate the concept of similarity in real-life objects.

Learners study diagrams of similar cross-sections.
Learners measure the corresponding sides of the cross-sections and find the ratio between them.
Learners measure all the corresponding angles and discover that they are equal.

What makes two figures similar?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 203
-Ruler
-Protractor
-Cut-out shapes
-Charts showing similar figures
-Manila paper

-Oral questions -Observation -Written exercise -Checklist

Geometry

Similarity and Enlargement - Identifying similar objects
Similarity and Enlargement - Drawing similar figures

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

Identify similar objects in the environment;
Determine if given figures are similar;
Value the concept of similarity in everyday life.

Learners collect and classify objects according to similarity.
Learners identify pairs of similar figures from given diagrams.
Learners discuss real-life examples of similar objects and their properties.

How do we recognize similar objects in our environment?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 204
-Ruler
-Protractor
-Various geometric objects
-Charts with examples
-Worksheets with diagrams
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 206
-Pair of compasses
-Drawing paper
-Calculator

-Oral questions -Group work -Written exercise -Observation

Geometry

Similarity and Enlargement - Properties of enlargement
Similarity and Enlargement - Negative scale factors

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

Determine properties of enlargement of different figures;
Locate the center of enlargement and find scale factors;
Value the application of enlargement in real-life situations.

Learners trace diagrams showing an object and its enlarged image.
Learners draw lines through corresponding points to find where they intersect (center of enlargement).
Learners find the ratios of corresponding lengths to determine the scale factor.

How do we determine the center and scale factor of an enlargement?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 209
-Ruler
-Tracing paper
-Colored pencils
-Grid paper
-Charts showing enlargements
-Diagrams for tracing
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 211
-Charts showing negative scale factor enlargements

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Observation

Geometry

Similarity and Enlargement - Drawing images of objects
Similarity and Enlargement - Linear scale factor

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

Apply properties of enlargement to draw similar objects and their images;
Use scale factors to determine dimensions of images;
Enjoy creating enlarged images of objects.

Learners trace a given figure and join the center of enlargement to each vertex.
Learners multiply each distance by the scale factor to locate the image points.
Learners locate the image points and join them to create the enlarged figure.

How do we draw the image of an object under an enlargement with a given center and scale factor?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 214
-Ruler
-Grid paper
-Colored pencils
-Charts showing steps of enlargement
-Manila paper
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 216
-Calculator
-Similar objects of different sizes
-Charts with examples
-Worksheets

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Peer assessment

Geometry

Similarity and Enlargement - Using coordinates in enlargement
Similarity and Enlargement - Applications of similarity

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

Find the coordinates of images under enlargement;
Determine the center of enlargement and scale factor from given coordinates;
Appreciate the use of coordinates in describing enlargements.

Learners plot figures and their images on a grid.
Learners find the center of enlargement by drawing lines through corresponding points.
Learners calculate the scale factor using the coordinates of corresponding points.

How do we use coordinate geometry to describe and perform enlargements?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 218
-Grid paper
-Ruler
-Colored pencils
-Calculator
-Charts with coordinate examples
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 219
-Drawing paper
-Charts with real-life applications
-Manila paper for presentations

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Observation

Geometry

Trigonometry - Angles and sides of right-angled triangles
Trigonometry - Sine ratio

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

Identify angles and sides of right-angled triangles in different situations;
Distinguish between the hypotenuse, adjacent side, and opposite side;
Appreciate the relationship between angles and sides in right-angled triangles.

Learners draw right-angled triangles with acute angles and identify the longest side (hypotenuse).
Learners identify the side which together with the hypotenuse forms the angle θ (adjacent side).
Learners identify the side facing the angle θ (opposite side).

How do we identify different sides in a right-angled triangle?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 220
-Ruler
-Protractor
-Set square
-Drawing paper
-Charts with labeled triangles
-Colored markers
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 222
-Calculator
-Charts showing sine ratio
-Manila paper

-Oral questions -Observation -Written exercise -Checklist

Geometry

Trigonometry - Cosine ratio
Trigonometry - Tangent ratio

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

Identify cosine ratio from a right-angled triangle;
Calculate cosine of angles in right-angled triangles;
Enjoy solving problems involving cosine ratio.

Learners draw triangles with specific angles and sides.
Learners calculate ratios of adjacent side to hypotenuse for different angles and discover the cosine ratio.
Learners find the cosine of marked angles in various right-angled triangles.

What is the cosine of an angle and how do we calculate it?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 223
-Ruler
-Protractor
-Calculator
-Drawing paper
-Charts showing cosine ratio
-Worksheets
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 225
-Charts showing tangent ratio
-Manila paper

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Observation

Geometry

Trigonometry - Reading tables of sines

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

Read tables of trigonometric ratios of acute angles;
Find the sine values of different angles using tables;
Value the importance of mathematical tables in finding trigonometric ratios.

Learners study a part of the table of sines.
Learners use the table to look for specific angles and find their sine values.
Learners find sine values of angles with decimal parts using the 'ADD' column in the tables.

How do we use mathematical tables to find the sine of an angle?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 227
-Mathematical tables
-Calculator
-Worksheets
-Chart showing how to read tables
-Sample exercises

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Assessment rubrics

Geometry

Trigonometry - Reading tables of cosines and tangents
Trigonometry - Using calculators for trigonometric ratios

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

Read tables of cosines and tangents for acute angles;
Find cosine and tangent values using mathematical tables;
Enjoy using mathematical tables to find trigonometric ratios.

Learners study parts of the tables of cosines and tangents.
Learners use the tables to find cosine and tangent values of specific angles.
Learners find values of angles with decimal parts using the 'SUBTRACT' column for cosines and 'ADD' column for tangents.

How do we use mathematical tables to find cosine and tangent values?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 229-231
-Mathematical tables
-Calculator
-Worksheets
-Chart showing how to read tables
-Sample exercises
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 233
-Scientific calculators
-Chart showing calculator keys

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Observation

Geometry

Trigonometry - Calculating lengths using trigonometric ratios
Trigonometry - Calculating angles using trigonometric ratios

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

Apply trigonometric ratios to calculate lengths of right-angled triangles;
Use sine, cosine, and tangent ratios to find unknown sides;
Appreciate the application of trigonometry in solving real-life problems.

Learners consider a right-angled triangle and find the trigonometric ratio appropriate for finding an unknown side.
Learners find the value of the ratio from tables or calculators and relate it to the expression to find the unknown side.
Learners solve problems involving finding sides of right-angled triangles.

How do we use trigonometric ratios to find unknown sides in right-angled triangles?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 234
-Scientific calculators
-Mathematical tables
-Ruler
-Drawing paper
-Charts with examples
-Worksheets
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 235

-Oral questions -Group work -Written exercise -Assessment rubrics

Geometry

Trigonometry - Application in heights and distances
Trigonometry - Application in navigation

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

Apply trigonometric ratios to solve problems involving heights and distances;
Calculate heights of objects using angles of elevation;
Value the use of trigonometry in real-life situations.

Learners solve problems involving finding heights of objects like flag poles, towers, and buildings using angles of elevation.
Learners apply sine, cosine, and tangent ratios as appropriate to calculate unknown heights and distances.
Learners discuss real-life applications of trigonometry in architecture, navigation, and engineering.

How do we use trigonometry to find heights and distances in real-life situations?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 237
-Scientific calculators
-Mathematical tables
-Ruler
-Drawing paper
-Charts with real-life examples
-Manila paper
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 238
-Protractor
-Maps
-Charts with navigation examples

-Oral questions -Problem-solving -Written exercise -Group presentation

Geometry
Data Handling and Probability

Trigonometry - Review and mixed applications
Data Interpretation - Appropriate class width

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

Apply trigonometric concepts in mixed application problems;
Solve problems involving both scale drawing and trigonometry;
Value the integration of different geometric concepts in problem-solving.

Learners solve a variety of problems that integrate different geometric concepts learned.
Learners apply scale drawing, bearings, similar figures, and trigonometric ratios to solve complex problems.
Learners discuss how different geometric concepts interconnect in solving real-world problems.

How can we integrate different geometric concepts to solve complex problems?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 240
-Scientific calculators
-Mathematical tables
-Ruler
-Protractor
-Drawing paper
-Past examination questions
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 244
-Calculator
-Graph paper
-Manila paper
-Rulers
-Colored markers

-Oral questions -Problem-solving -Written exercise -Assessment test

Data Handling and Probability

Data Interpretation - Finding range and creating groups
Data Interpretation - Frequency distribution tables

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

Calculate the range of a set of data;
Divide data into suitable class intervals;
Show interest in grouping data for better representation.

Learners are presented with marks scored by 40 students in a mathematics test.
Learners find the range of the data.
Learners complete a table using a class width of 10 and determine the number of classes formed.

How does the range of data help us determine appropriate class intervals?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 245
-Calculator
-Manila paper
-Data sets
-Chart with examples
-Colored markers
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 247
-Chart paper
-Ruler

-Oral questions -Written exercise -Observation -Group work assessment

Data Handling and Probability

Data Interpretation - Creating frequency tables with different class intervals
Data Interpretation - Modal class

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

Construct frequency tables starting with different class intervals;
Use tally marks to represent data in frequency tables;
Appreciate the use of different class intervals in data representation.

Learners construct a frequency table for given data starting from the class interval 60-64.
Learners use tally marks to count frequency of data in each class.
Learners compare and discuss different frequency tables.

How do we choose appropriate starting points for class intervals?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 247
-Calculator
-Ruler
-Graph paper
-Manila paper
-Worksheets with data
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 248
-Chart showing frequency distribution tables
-Colored markers

-Oral questions -Written exercise -Group presentations -Observation

Data Handling and Probability

Data Interpretation - Mean of ungrouped data
Data Interpretation - Mean of grouped data

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

Calculate the mean of ungrouped data in a frequency table;
Multiply each value by its frequency and find their sum;
Show interest in calculating mean in real-life situations.

Learners consider the height, in metres, of 10 people recorded in a frequency distribution table.
Learners complete a table showing the product of height and frequency (fx).
Learners find the sum of frequencies, sum of fx, and divide to find the mean.

How do we calculate the mean of data presented in a frequency table?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 249
-Calculator
-Chart showing frequency tables
-Worksheets
-Manila paper
-Colored markers
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 250
-Graph paper
-Chart with examples

-Oral questions -Written exercise -Observation -Assessment rubrics

Data Handling and Probability

Data Interpretation - Mean calculation in real-life situations

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

Calculate the mean of grouped data from real-life situations;
Apply the formula for finding mean of grouped data;
Appreciate the use of mean in summarizing data in real life.

Learners are presented with data about plants that survived in 50 sampled schools during an environmental week.
Learners find midpoints of class intervals, multiply by frequencies, and sum them up.
Learners calculate the mean number of plants that survived by dividing the sum of fx by the sum of f.

How is the mean used to summarize real-life data?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 251
-Calculator
-Manila paper
-Chart with examples
-Worksheets
-Colored markers

-Oral questions -Group work -Written exercise -Assessment rubrics

Data Handling and Probability

Data Interpretation - Median of grouped data
Data Interpretation - Calculating median using formula

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

Determine the median of grouped data;
Find cumulative frequencies to locate the median class;
Value the importance of median in data interpretation.

Learners consider the mass of 50 learners recorded in a table.
Learners complete the column for cumulative frequency.
Learners find the sum of frequency, divide by 2, and identify the position of the median mass.

How do we determine the median of grouped data?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 252
-Calculator
-Chart showing cumulative frequency tables
-Worksheets
-Manila paper
-Colored markers
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 253
-Graph paper
-Chart showing median formula

-Oral questions -Written exercise -Group presentations -Observation

Data Handling and Probability

Data Interpretation - Median calculations in real-life situations
Probability - Equally likely outcomes

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

Calculate median in real-life data situations;
Apply the median formula to various data sets;
Appreciate the role of median in data interpretation.

Learners are presented with data on number of nights spent by people in a table.
Learners complete the cumulative frequency column and determine the median class.
Learners apply the median formula to calculate the median value.

How is the median used to interpret real-life data?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 254
-Calculator
-Chart with example calculations
-Worksheets with real-life data
-Manila paper
-Colored markers
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 256
-Coins
-Chart paper
-Table for recording outcomes

-Oral questions -Written exercise -Group presentations -Peer assessment

Data Handling and Probability

Probability - Range of probability
Probability - Complementary events

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

Determine the range of probability of an event;
Understand that probability ranges from 0 to 1;
Value the concept of probability range in real-life situations.

Learners use a fair die in this activity and toss it 20 times.
Learners record the number of times each face shows up and calculate relative frequencies.
Learners find the sum of the fractions and discuss that probabilities range from 0 to 1.

What is the range of probability values and what do these values signify?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 257
-Dice
-Table for recording outcomes
-Chart showing probability scale (0-1)
-Manila paper
-Colored markers
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 258
-Calculator
-Chart showing complementary events
-Worksheets with problems

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Group presentations

Data Handling and Probability

Probability - Mutually exclusive events
Probability - Experiments with mutually exclusive events

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

Identify mutually exclusive events in real-life situations;
Recognize events that cannot occur simultaneously;
Appreciate the concept of mutually exclusive events.

Learners flip a fair coin several times and record the face that shows up.
Learners discuss that heads and tails cannot show up at the same time (mutually exclusive).
Learners identify mutually exclusive events from various examples.

What makes events mutually exclusive?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 258
-Coins
-Chart with examples of mutually exclusive events
-Flashcards with different scenarios
-Manila paper
-Colored markers
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 259
-Dice
-Colored objects in boxes
-Calculator
-Chart showing probability calculations
-Worksheets with problems

-Oral questions -Group discussions -Written exercise -Observation

Data Handling and Probability

Probability - Independent events
Probability - Calculating probabilities of independent events

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

Perform experiments involving independent events;
Understand that outcome of one event doesn't affect another;
Show interest in applying independent events probability in real-life.

Learners toss a fair coin and a fair die at the same time and record outcomes.
Learners repeat the experiment several times.
Learners discuss that the outcome of the coin toss doesn't affect the outcome of the die roll (independence).

What makes events independent from each other?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 260
-Coins and dice
-Table for recording outcomes
-Chart showing examples of independent events
-Manila paper
-Colored markers
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 261
-Calculator
-Chart showing multiplication rule
-Worksheets with problems

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Group discussions -Observation

Data Handling and Probability

Probability - Tree diagrams for single outcomes
Probability - Complex tree diagrams

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

Draw a probability tree diagram for a single outcome;
Represent probability situations using tree diagrams;
Value the use of tree diagrams in organizing probability information.

Learners write down possible outcomes when a fair coin is flipped once.
Learners find the total number of all outcomes and probability of each outcome.
Learners complete a tree diagram with possible outcomes and their probabilities.

How do tree diagrams help us understand probability situations?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 262
-Chart paper
-Ruler
-Worksheets with blank tree diagrams
-Chart showing completed tree diagrams
-Colored markers
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 263
-Calculator
-Chart showing complex tree diagrams
-Worksheets with problems

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Group work assessment -Checklist

Data Handling and Probability

Probability - Complex tree diagrams

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