Textile and Clothing.

Sewing Machine. (a). Types of sewing machines.
Sewing Machine. (b). factors to consider when buying a sewing machine.

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

list the functions of sewing machines.
identify the types of sewing machines.
describe the methods of running each type of sewing machine.
draw the types of sewing machines.

In groups,pairs, individually,learners are guided to;
mention the functions of sewing machines.
use digital devices or resource person to identify the types of sewing machines used in making clothing and household articles.
discuss the methods of running each of the type of sewing machines.
draw the types of sewing machines.

Which are the types of sewing machines? How are the different types of sewing machines operated?

Top Scholar Home Science pg 72-73.
Digital devices.
Pictures.
Top Scholar Home Science pg 73-74.

Checklist. Oral questions. Written test.

Textile and Clothing.

Sewing Machine. (c). parts of a sewing machine.
Sewing Machine . (d). functions of various parts of a sewing machine.

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

identify the parts of a sewing machine.
draw and label the different parts of a sewing machine.
enjoy drawing and labeling the parts of a sewing machine.

In groups,pairs, individually,learners are guided to;
observe a picture of a sewing machine and name the parts of the sewing machine.
draw and label the parts of a sewing machine.
display their drawings in class.
use digital device to watch a demonstration or video clip on the different parts of a sewing machine.

What are the parts of a sewing machine?

Top Scholar Home Science pg 75.
Pictures.
Digital devices.
Charts.
Top Scholar Home Science pg 76-77.

Checklist. Written test. oral questions. Assessment rubric.

Textile and Clothing.

Sewing Machine. (e). preparation of a sewing machine for straight stitching.(winding the bobbin)
Sewing Machine (d). preparation of a sewing machine for straight stitching.

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

outline the procedure for winding the bobbin.
describe the procedure for winding the bobbin.
practice winding the bobbin.

In groups,pairs, individually,learners are guided to;
discuss the procedure for winding the bobbin.
prepare a sewing machine for basic straight stitchery.
practice winding a bobbin.

How do you prepare a sewing machine for straight stitchery?

Realia (sewing machine)
Top Scholar Home Science pg 78.
Realia
Top Scholar Home Science pg 79-80.

Assessment rubric. observation schedule. oral questions.

Textile and Clothing.

Sewing Machine. (e) Basic straight stitching.
Sewing Machine. (f). Basic care of a sewing machine.

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

prepare a sewing machine for basic straight stitching.
practice the basic straight stitching on stitch swatches.
appreciate the use of a sewing machine in making straight stitching.
enjoy practicing basic straight stitching.

In groups,pairs, individually,learners are guided to:
prepare the sewing machine and all the materials required.
use a sewing machine to make straight stitching on a piece of clothing material (swatch sample or strip)

what is the benefit of practicing basic straight stitching?

Realia.
Top Scholar Home Science pg 80-81.
Top Scholar Home Science pg 81.

Observation schedule. portfolios. Assessment rubric.

Textile and Clothing.

Sewing Machine. (g). machine faults,causes and remedies during straight stitching.
Sewing Machine. Assessment.

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

outline the machine faults,causes and their remedies.
discuss the machine faults and their effects during straight stitching.
suggest remedies to various causes of the faults.

In groups,pairs,learners are guided to:
explore and brainstorm on machine faults, causes and their remedies during straight stitching.
use digital device to search the internet for machine faults and possible causes and remedies and note them down.

What are the remedies to the different causes of faults in sewing machines?

Digital devices.
Top Scholar Home Science pg 81-83.
Charts.
Top Scholar Home Science pg 83-84.
Assessment book.

Assessment rubric. checklists.. Written test. oral report/questions.

Textile and Clothing.

Seams. (a). Terms used in clothing construction when making seams.
Seams. (b).Types of seams used in clothing construction.

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

define the term clothing construction.
explain the meaning of the terms;seam,seam allowance,seam turning and seam line.
identify a seam, seam allowance,seam turning and a seam line on a clothing.

In groups,pairs, individually,learners are guided to;
brainstorm the meaning of the term seam,seam allowance,seam turning and seam line.
illustrate the position of the fabric wrong and right side,seam turnings,seam allowance and seam line.

What is the meaning of the terms;seam,seam line,seam turning and seam allowance?

Top Scholar Home Science pg 84-86.
Realia.
Digital devices.
Top Scholar Home Science pg 86-87.
photos.

Assessment rubric. Written test. oral questions.

Textile and Clothing.

Seams.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
lesson, be able to;
Identify the factors to consider when choosing seams in clothing construction. Discuss the factors to consider when choosing seams in clothing construction.
Compose a song on factors to consider when choosing seams in clothing construction.
Acknowledge the factors to consider when choosing seams in clothing construction.

In groups,pairs,learners are guided to;
visit a tailor's shop, observe and identify the factors to consider when choosing seams in clothing construction.
discuss the factors to consider when choosing seams in clothing construction.
compose a song on the factors to consider when choosing seams in clothing construction, record and upload on digital platform.

What is considered when choosing seams in clothing construction?

Top Scholar Home Science pg 87-88.
Tailor's shop/Resource person.
Songs.
Digital devices.
Top Scholar Home Science pg 88.
charts.

Observation. Assessment rubrics. Written tests. Oral questions.

Textile and Clothing.

Seams-Making Seams.
Seams-Neatening an open seam.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
lesson, be able to;
Outline the procedure for making an open seam.
Describe the process of making an open seam.
Make open and plain seams used in clothing construction following the outlined procedure.
Enjoy making an open seam.

In groups,pairs, individually,learners are guided to:
outline the procedure for making an open seam
observe the teacher as he/she illustrates how to make an open seam.
describe how to make an open seam.
practice making a open seam.

How do you make a open seam in clothing construction?

Top Scholar Home Science pg 89-91.
Photos.
Pieces of cloth, scissors,hand sewing needle, thimble sewing thread,pins, table,tape measure, tailor's chalk,well threaded sewing machine .
Top Scholar Home Science pg 92-93.
Pinking shears, sample of open seam, tailor's chalk,tape measure.
pictures.

Practical work. Assessment rubrics. Observation. Portfolios.

Textile and Clothing.

Seams
Seams.

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

Outline the procedure for neatening an open seam using loop stitches.
Describe the use of loop stitches as a method of neatening.
Demonstrate neatening an open seam using loop stitches.
Enjoy neatening an open seam using loop stitches.

In groups,pairs, individually,learners are guided to:
observe the teacher as he/she demonstrates neatening an open seam using loop stitches.
outline the procedure for neatening using loop stitches.
explain neatening using loop stitches.
practice neatening an open seam using loop stitches.

How do you neaten an open seam using pinking shears?

Top Scholar Home Science pg 93-95.
open seam,tape measure, tailor's chalk, sewing thread,hand sewing needle,pair of scissors, working surface.
pictures.
Digital devices.
Top Scholar Home Science pg 95-97.
Open seam, sewing needle,tape measure, tailor's chalk, sewing thread, sewing machine, scissors.

Portfolios. Assessment rubric. Observation schedule.

Textile and Clothing.

Seams.

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

Explain neatening an open seam using overcasting stitches.
Demonstrate neatening an open seam using overcasting stitches.
Enjoy neatening an open seam using overcasting stitches.

In groups,pairs, individually,learners are guided to:
observe the teacher keenly as she/he demonstrates neatening an open seam by overcasting stitches.
outline the steps for neatening an open seam using overcasting stitches.
practice neatening an open seam using overcasting stitches.

How is neatening an open seam using overcasting stitches done?

Top Scholar Home Science pg 97-98.
sample of open seam,tape measure, tailor's chalk, sewing thread, sewing needle, scissors, thimble, working surface.
Top Scholar Home Science pg 99-101.
Pictures.
pieces of cloth, scissors, tailor's chalk,tape measure, sewing needle, thimble, sewing thread,pins, table, well threaded sewing machine.

Portfolios. Project. Assessment rubric. Observation schedule.

Textile and Clothing.

Seams.
Seams

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

Outline the steps for neatening a plain seam using pinking shears.
Demonstrate neatening a plain seam using pinking shears.
Enjoy neatening a plain seam using pinking shears.

In groups,pairs, individually, learners are guided to;
observe the teacher as he/she demonstrates how to neaten a plain seam using pinking shears.
outline the steps for neatening a plain seam using pinking shears.
practice neatening a plain seam using pinking shears.

Which methods are used neatening a plain seam? How is a plain seam neatened using pinking shears?

Top Scholar Home Science pg 103-104.
Sample of plain seam, tape measure, tailor's chalk, sewing thread, sewing needle,pair of pinking shears.
Top Scholar Home Science pg 104-106.
pictures.
sample of plain seam,tape measure, tailor's chalk, sewing thread, sewing needle,pair of scissors, thimble.

Portfolios. Project. Observation schedule. Assessment rubrics.

Caring for the Family.

Household Cleaning Agents.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
;
Identify the different types of household cleaning agents based on usage.
Discuss the different types of household cleaning agents based on usage.
Make charts showing the different types of household cleaning agents.
Appreciate the different types of household cleaning agents.

In groups,pairs,learners are guided to:
name the different types of household cleaning agents.
discuss to differentiate the types of household cleaning agents based on usage.
prepare charts with information on the different types of household cleaning agents based on usage.

Which types of household cleaning agents do you know?

Top Scholar Home Science pg 126-127.
Charts.
Soaps,Water.
Top Scholar Home Science pg 128-129.
Digital devices.
Pictures.
Flashcards.

Oral questions Assessment rubrics. Written tests.

Caring for the Family.

Household Cleaning Agents.

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

Identify the basic ingredients and substances added during soap making process.
Describe the basic ingredients and substances added during soap making process.
Search the internet for the basic ingredients and substances added during soap making process.
Appreciate the different basic ingredients and substances added during soap making process.

In groups,pairs,learners are guided to:
mention the basic ingredients and substances added during soap making process.
brainstorm and describe the basic soap ingredients and the substances added during the making of soap.
Search the internet for the basic ingredients and substances added during soap making process.

What are some of the basic ingredients and substances added during the soap making process?

Top Scholar Home Science pg 130-131.
Digital devices.
Top Scholar Home Science pg 132-133.
Different soap packages.
Pictures.

Assessment rubrics. Checklists. Written tests. Oral questions.

Caring for the Family.

Household Cleaning Agents-Preparing homemade soap using natural,safe and locally sustainable ingredients.
Household Cleaning Agents.

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

List the materials to be used to make a homemade soap.
Search the internet for more information on how to make soap using the listed materials.
Outline and describe how each of the steps is carried out in preparation of homemade soap.
Write a report on the method of preparing homemade soap.
Develop a desire to prepare a homemade soap.

In groups,learners are guided to:
list the materials required in preparing a homemade soap.
search the internet for information on how to prepare a homemade soap using the listed materials and record their findings.
describe the steps involved in preparation of a homemade soap.
Write a report on how a homemade soap is prepared and share it with peers.

What other materials can be used to make homemade soap? Which steps are involved in preparing a homemade soap?

Top Scholar Home Science pg 133.
Digital devices.
Top Scholar Home Science pg 134-135.
salt,fat,ashes, water,cooker, rubber gloves.

Checklists. Oral questions. Written test. Assessment rubrics.

Caring for the Family.

Household Cleaning Agents.
Special Treatments in Laundry Work.

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

State ways of improving homemade soap.
Discuss the different ways of improving homemade soap.
Search the internet for ways in which a homemade soap can be improved.
Embrace the use of safe and locally sustainable resources in preparing homemade soap.

In groups,learners are guided to:
brainstorm on the different ways in which homemade soap can be improved.
search the internet for ways of improving homemade soaps and discuss their findings.

How should homemade soap be improved?

Top Scholar Home Science pg 136.
Digital devices.
Top Scholar Home Science pg 137-138.
Video clips.
Charts.

Written tests. Oral questions. Assessment rubrics.

Caring for the Family.

Special Treatments in Laundry Work.
Special Treatment in Laundry Work.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify the requirements for special treatment in household laundry work.
Discuss the requirements for special treatment in household laundry work.
Search the internet for agents used for special treatment in household laundry work.
Acknowledge the different agents required for special treatment in laundry work.

In groups,pairs,learners are guided to:
observe the picture in learner's book and name the agents displayed.
discuss the requirements for special treatment in household laundry work.
search the internet for agents used for special treatment in household laundry work and share their findings.

What are the requirements for special treatment in household laundry work?

Top Scholar Home Science pg 139.
Digital devices.
Pictures.
Top Scholar Home Science pg 140.
Green maize off the cobs, mortar and pestle, bowl,basin, muslin cloth,water and bottle with a well-fitting lid .

Checklists. Assessment rubrics. Written tests. Oral questions.

Caring for the Family.

Special Treatment in Laundry Work- Spotting.
Special Treatment in Laundry Work - Sponging.

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

Outline the safety measures to observe when carrying out various special treatment in household laundry work.
Describe the procedure for spotting in household laundry work.
Carry out spotting on a skirt or pair of shorts.
Enjoy carrying out spotting on clothes.

In groups,learners are guided to;
outline the safety measures to observe when carrying out various special treatments in household laundry work.
discuss the procedure for spotting in household laundry work.
observe the teacher as he/she demonstrate how to carry out spotting on a skirt or pair of shorts.
Practice how to carry out spotting on a skirt or pair of shorts.

Why should one take precautions while carrying out special treatment in laundry work for self and the garments? Why should we brush off the loose dirt when spotting?

Top Scholar Home Science pg 141-142.
Digital devices.
Dark coloured skirt or pair of shorts, clothes brush,soap, warm water, sponge, working surface.
Top Scholar Home Science pg 142-143.
School sweater, mild soap, warm water,2 basins,non-fluffy cleaning cloth, working surface.

Assessment rubrics. Project. Observation schedule.

Caring for the Family.

Special Treatment in Laundry Work- Starching.
Special Treatment in Laundry Work - Home dry-cleaning.

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

Mention the two forms of starch used when carrying out starching at home.
Outline and discuss the procedure for starching in household laundry.
Practice starching a cotton table napkin.
Enjoy starching in household laundry.

In groups,learners are guided to;
Outline and explain the method of preparing boiling water starch.
observe the teacher as he/she demonstrate how to starch a cotton table napkin.
discuss how to starch a cotton napkin using boiling water starch.
practice how to starch a cotton table napkin.

Why should we use candle wax when preparing starch?

Top Scholar Home Science pg 143-144.
Digital devices.
Homemade starch,cold water, shredded candle wax, boiling water.
Top Scholar Home Science pg 145-146.
Silk tie, small bowl, white spirit,peg, clothesline and ironing equipment.

Assessment rubrics. Observation schedule. Practical work.

Manifestation of Parramatta(Supreme Being)

Enlightened beings

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

explain key attributes of the listed Enlightened Beings for familiarization
outline the contributions of the Enlightened Beings for inspiration in daily life
participate in activities that reflect the teachings of the Enlightened Beings for individual transformation
recognize the contributions of Enlightened Beings for guidance in life

The learner is guided to:
Research and discuss in groups the attributes of the specified Enlightened Beings based on their life history using varied digital/digital media with assistive technology /print media/ resource persons
Tabulate or write the attributes and commonalities of the following Enlightened Beings:-Chaitanya Mahaprabhu-Tirthankar Mallinath-Lord Buddha-Sri Guru Tegh bahadurji (Hind Kee Chaadhar)
Watch or listen to audio-visual clips on the life history of the Enlightened Beings
Role-playthe story oftirthankar Mallinath: Malli kumari and kings
Explain the events that led to Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji's entitlement
Write an essay on the implementation of the teachings they have learnt from the Enlightened Beings
Draw, paint or make a tactual illustration on a life event of an Enlightened Being
Design a catalogue of each Enlightened Being by sticking at least two pieces of poetry/phrases from religious magazines/recorded discourses/personal composition against a relevant portrait of each Enlightened Being
Develop a practical activity in groups to solve a problem in their community by applying a specific teaching from the Enlightened Beings.

Why is it important to learn the attributes of Enlightened Beings? How can we implement the teachings of Enlightened Beings in our lives? How do the teachings of the Enlightened Beings influence our lives?

Digital resources (Authenticated Onlin
Library
Magazines
Artwork
Resource persons
Art and Craft Materials
Tactual Illustrations
OUP, HRE, Grade 8 Learners Book Pg.1-2

Self & Peer Review Oral questioning Practical Activity Projects PortfolioObservations Written work Presentations of artwork

Manifestation of Parramatta(Supreme Being)

Enlightened beings

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

explain key attributes of the listed Enlightened Beings for familiarization
outline the contributions of the Enlightened Beings for inspiration in daily life
participate in activities that reflect the teachings of the Enlightened Beings for individual transformation
recognize the contributions of Enlightened Beings for guidance in life

The learner is guided to:
Research and discuss in groups the attributes of the specified Enlightened Beings based on their life history using varied digital/digital media with assistive technology /print media/ resource persons
Tabulate or write the attributes and commonalities of the following Enlightened Beings:-Chaitanya Mahaprabhu-Tirthankar Mallinath-Lord Buddha-Sri Guru Tegh bahadurji (Hind Kee Chaadhar)
Watch or listen to audio-visual clips on the life history of the Enlightened Beings
Role-play the story oftirthankar Mallinath: Malli kumari and kings
Explain the events that led to Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji's entitlement
Write an essay on the implementation of the teachings they have learnt from the Enlightened Beings
Draw, paint or make a tactual illustration on a life event of an Enlightened Being
Design a catalogue of each Enlightened Being by sticking at least two pieces of poetry/phrases from religious magazines/recorded discourses/personal composition against a relevant portrait of each Enlightened Being
Develop a practical activity in groups to solve a problem in their community by applying a specific teaching from the Enlightened Beings.

Why is it important to learn the attributes of Enlightened Beings? How can we implement the teachings of Enlightened Beings in our lives? How do the teachings of the Enlightened Beings influence our lives?

Digital resources (Authenticated Onlin
Library
Magazines
Artwork
Resource persons
Art and Craft Materials
Tactual Illustrations
OUP, HRE, Grade 8 Learners Book Pg.3

Self & Peer Review Oral questioning Practical Activity Projects PortfolioObservations Written work Presentations of artwork

Manifestation of Parramatta(Supreme Being)

Enlightened beings

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

explain key attributes of the listed Enlightened Beings for familiarization
outline the contributions of the Enlightened Beings for inspiration in daily life
participate in activities that reflect the teachings of the Enlightened Beings for individual transformation
recognize the contributions of Enlightened Beings for guidance in life

The learner is guided to:
Research and discuss in groups the attributes of the specified Enlightened Beings based on their life history using varied digital/digital media with assistive technology /print media/ resource persons
Tabulate or write the attributes and commonalities of the following Enlightened Beings:-Chaitanya Mahaprabhu-Tirthankar Mallinath-Lord Buddha-Sri Guru Tegh bahadurji (Hind Kee Chaadhar)
Watch or listen to audio-visual clips on the life history of the Enlightened Beings
Role-playthe story oftirthankar Mallinath: Malli kumari and kings
Explain the events that led to Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji's entitlement
Write an essay on the implementation of the teachings they have learnt from the Enlightened Beings
Draw, paint or make a tactual illustration on a life event of an Enlightened Being
Design a catalogue of each Enlightened Being by sticking at least two pieces of poetry/phrases from religious magazines/recorded discourses/personal composition against a relevant portrait of each Enlightened Being
Develop a practical activity in groups to solve a problem in their community by applying a specific teaching from the Enlightened Beings.

Why is it important to learn the attributes of Enlightened Beings? How can we implement the teachings of Enlightened Beings in our lives? How do the teachings of the Enlightened Beings influence our lives?

Digital resources (Authenticated Onlin
Library
Magazines
Artwork
Resource persons
Art and Craft Materials
Tactual Illustrations
OUP, HRE, Grade 8 Learners Book Pg.5

Self & Peer Review Oral questioning Practical Activity Projects PortfolioObservations Written work Presentations of artwork