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CONSOLIDATED CURRICULUMSCIENCE
MINISTRY OF EDUCATIONNATIONAL CENTRE FOR EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
3 Battery Road Kingston, Georgetown Guyana, South America | Tel: (592) 225 - 6723
GRADE 91
HHydro-gen
1.008
2
HeHelium
4.002602
3
LiLith-ium
6.94
4
BeBeryl-lium
9.0121831
10
NeNeon
20.1797
5
BBoron
10.81
6
CCarbon
12.011
7
NNitro-gen
14.007
8
OOxy-gen
15.999
9
FFluor-ine
18.998403163
11
NaSo-dium
22.98976928
12
MgMagne-sium
24.305
18
ArArgon
39.948
13
AlAlumin-ium
26.9815385
14
SiSili-con
28.085
15
PPhos-phorus
30.973761998
16
SSulfur
32.06
17
ClChlor-ine
35.45
19
KPotas-sium
39.0983
20
CaCal-cium
40.078
36
KrKryp-ton
83.798
21
ScScan-dium
44.955908
22
TiTita-nium
47.867
23
VVana-dium
50.9415
24
CrChrom-ium
51.9961
25
MnManga-nese
54.938044
26
FeIron
55.845
27
CoCobalt
58.933194
28
NiNickel
58.6934
29
CuCopper
63.546
30
ZnZinc
65.38
31
GaGallium
69.723
32
GeGerma-nium
72.630
33
AsArsenic
74.921595
34
SeSele-nium
78.971
35
BrBromine
79.904
37
RbRubid-ium
85.4678
38
Sr87.62
54
XeXenon
131.293
39
Y88.90584
40
ZrZirco-nium
91.224
41
NbNio-bium
92.90637
42
MoMolyb-denum
95.95
43
Tc98
44
RuRuthe-nium
101.07
45
RhRho-dium
102.90550
46
PdPallad-ium
106.42
47
AgSilver
107.8682
48
CdCad-mium
112.414
49
InIndium
114.818
50
SnTin
118.710
51
Sb121.760
52
TeTellur-ium
127.60
53
IIodine
126.90447
55
CsCae-sium
132.90545196
56
BaBarium
137.327
86
RnRadon
222
57 71
72
HfHaf-nium
178.49
73
TaTanta-lum
180.94788
74
WTung-sten
183.84
75
ReRhe-nium
186.207
76
OsOs-mium
190.23
77
IrIridium
192.217
78
Pt195.084
79
AuGold
196.966569
80
HgMer-cury
200.592
81
TlThallium
204.38
82
PbLead
207.2
83
BiBis-muth
208.98040
84
PoPolo-nium
209
85
At210
87
FrFran-cium
223
88
RaRa-dium
226
118
Uuo294
104
RfRuther-fordium
267
105
DbDub-nium
268
106
SgSea-borgium
269
107
BhBohr-ium
270
108
HsHas-sium
269
109
MtMeit-nerium
278
110
Ds281
111
RgRoent-genium
281
112
CnCoper-nicium
285
113
UutUnun-trium
286
114
FlFlerov-ium
289
115
Uup289
116
LvLiver-morium
293
117
Uus294
57
LaLan-thanum
138.90547
58
CeCerium
140.116
59
PrPraseo-dymium
140.90766
60
NdNeo-dymium
144.242
61
PmProme-thium
145
62
SmSama-rium
150.36
63
EuEurop-ium
151.964
64
GdGadolin-ium
157.25
65
TbTer-bium
158.92535
66
DyDyspro-sium
162.500
67
HoHol-mium
164.93033
68
ErErbium
167.259
69
TmThulium
168.93422
70
Yb173.054
71
Lu174.9668
89
Ac227
90
ThThor-ium
232.0377
91
Pa231.03588
92
UUra-nium
238.02891
93
NpNeptu-nium
237
94
PuPluto-nium
244
95
AmAmeri-cium
243
96
CmCurium
247
97
BkBerkel-ium
247
98
CfCalifor-nium
251
99
EsEinstei-nium
252
100
FmFer-mium
257
101
MdMende-levium
258
102
NoNobel-ium
259
103
LrLawren-cium
266
89103
1
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
2
3
4
5
6
7
1
HHydro-gen
1.008AtomicMassName
Symbol
AtomicNumber
LanthanideSeries
Alkali Metal
Alkaline Earth
Basic Metal
Semimetal
Nonmetal
Halogen
Noble Gas
Lanthanide
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Week
TOPIC GENERAL OBJECTIVE
CONTENT ACTIVITIES RESOURCES EVALUATION STRATEGIES
1 Life: The microscope
Demonstrate ability to use the microscope and recognize the need for taking care of the microscope
The microscope and its purpose The purpose of each part of the microscope
Practical - using the microscope
Label parts of the microscope from a diagram
Microscope Diagram of a microscope Science in Daily Life, Book 2, Unit 1 Worksheet Grade 8 Integrated Science Week 1, Lesson 1 found at https://education.gov.gy/web2/index.php/secondary-resources/grade-8-1/grade8-worksheets/grade-8-worksheets-integrated-science?limit=20&limitstart=40
Grading of practical Grading of diagram Quiz
2 Life: Cells – building blocks of life
Appreciate that plant and animal cells are living units
Parts of animal and plant cells Similarities and differences between plants and animals cells Function(s) of the nucleus, cell wall, cytoplasm, mitochondrion, vacuole, cell membrane, chloroplast Types of plant tissues The importance of cell organelles to their functions in the plant and/or animal cell
Practical - viewing cells under
microscope and drawing of same
Viewing of DVD on the function(s) of the organelles
Microscope, onion, cheek cells DVD, Projector Science in Daily Life, Book 2, Unit 1 Worksheet Grade 8 Integrated Science Week 1, Lesson 2 found at https://education.gov.gy/web2/index.php/secondary-resources/grade-8-1/grade8-worksheets/grade-8-worksheets-integrated-science?limit=20&limitstart=40
Grading of lab report Grading of worksheets
3 Our Environment: Feeding relationships in the ecosystem
Appreciate the interdependence of organisms in a community
Definition and types of habitats, communities, population Adaptation of organisms to their communities The population of various types of vegetation can be identified using the quadrat (calculates the percentage
Field trip Calculation of percentage population Discussion
Quadrats Calculators Worksheets
Portfolio Quiz Grading of worksheets
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population) Characteristics of Terrestrial and Aquatic communities
4 Our Environment: Feeding Relationships in Ecosystem
Show curiosity about feeding relationships in an ecosystem
Know the meaning of food chain, food web, producers, consumers, ecosystem, carnivore, herbivore, omnivore, producers, prey, predator, decomposers Know how food chains and food webs are related or linked Know how energy is transferred in a food chain or web Feeding relationships and energy transfer in ecosystems The names of the three trophic levels Classify organisms according to its trophic level
Discussion Make posters of a food web and a food chain Construct a food web and explain how the energy is transformed through a food web Name an organism and identify its trophic level
Internet Materials for making posters Worksheets such as Week 10, Lesson 1, or week 8 lesson 2 found at: https://education.gov.gy/web2/index.php/secondary-resources/grade-9-1/grade9-worksheets/grade-9-worksheets-integrated-science
Grading of Posters Quiz
5 Nutrition in Plants: Photosynthesis
Demonstrate awareness of the process of manufacture of food by plants
Definition of photosynthesis Word and chemical formula of photosynthesis Importance of light, carbon dioxide and chlorophyll to the photosynthetic process Uses of the products of photosynthesis
Discussion Practical testing for the conditions necessary for photosynthesis
Materials for practical: To test a leaf for starch and To investigate the effect of light on photosynthesis Chart on process of photosynthesis Samples of soil containing organisms Worksheets such as Week 4, Lesson 2 found at https://education.gov.gy/web2/index.php/secondary-resources/grade-9-1/grade9-worksheets/grade-9-worksheets-integrated-science Science in Daily life Book 3, Chapter 4
Portfolio Grading of lab reports
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Nutrition in Plants: Food Storage in Plants
Demonstrate an understanding of the storage organs, their locations on plants, and the type of food stored
The categories of plant storage organs, namely roots, stems and leaves. Understand how the plant adapts its organs for food storage. The names and classes of food present in storage organs
Discussion Draw and label
Diagram the storage organs in a plant Science in Daily life Book 3, Chapter 4
Grading charts and diagrams
6 Nutrition in Animals: Nourishment
Demonstrate a curiosity about and be able to name the six food groups, their sources and the functions of their main nutrients Demonstrate an understanding of the causes and symptoms as well as the methods of prevention of Beriberi and kwashiorkor
Classification of food according to the six food groups and six food nutrients Balanced diet Food tests – for protein, starch, fats/oils, glucose Deficiency diseases – causes, symptoms, and methods of prevention
Viewing of DVD Practical – food test
DVD, projector Materials for test for starch, protein and fats
Grading of lab reports Quiz
7 Nutrition in Animals: Enzymes
Show an interest in the topic Enzymes in the digestion process Understand that enzymes differ from catalysts
Definition of enzyme and catalyst Conditions necessary for enzyme activity
Practical – effect of amylase on starch
- effect of ph of enzyme - effect of temperature on enzyme Discussion
Materials for practical: cooked rice, salivary amylase, iodine solution
Grading of lab reports Oral questions
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8 Nutrition in Animals: Mammalian Dentition Our digestive system
Appreciate the importance of each type of teeth Show the functioning of the human digestive system
Types of teeth – physical properties, number, function The main structures of a tooth as it relates to its functions Dental formula for names carnivores and herbivores State reasons for the differences between herbivore and carnivore dentitions Care of the teeth The human digestive system – parts and their functions
Creation of posters of the types of teeth Research and presentation Discussion
Materials for creation of poster Internet Samples of each type of teeth
Oral questions Grading of posters Quiz Grading of presentation
9
Nutrition in Animals: Our digestive system
Show curiosity about how digested foods enter the blood stream Appreciate the importance of fibre in our diet Understand how the digestive enzymes work.
Identify the places in the digestive system where physical and chemical digestions occur and state examples of each. Differentiate between excretion, secretion, and elimination using named examples Absorption of food Role of the villi Role of fiber in the diet. The enzymes of man’s digestive tract – their production sites, substrates, end products and hydrolytic reactions and their word equations
Discussion Creation of poster
Materials for creation of poster Science in Daily life Book 3, Chapter 5
Grading of posters Quiz
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10 Life: Respiration
Appreciate the importance of respiration to living organisms
Respiration and Breathing Similarities and differences between the types of respiration (anaerobic and aerobic) Write word equations for anaerobic and aerobic respiration: Aerobic: glucose + oxygen = carbon dioxide and water Anaerobic: glucose = lactic acid The characteristics of respiratory surfaces
Research and presentation Discussion Viewing of DVD on respiratory surfaces Creation of posters Use the surface area to volume ratio to solve simple problems (and the effect on gas exchange)
Internet DVD, projector Materials for creation of posters Worksheets for calculating surface to volume ratios Calculators Science in Daily Life, Book 2, Unit 5
Grading of presentation Grading of posters Quiz
11 Life: Respiration
Appreciate the importance of respiration to living organisms
Gaseous exchange in plants and animals (man, fish, and insect) Importance of surface area to volume ratio in living organisms The value of anaerobic respiration in the distillation of rum (Demerara Distillers, Guyana)
Discussion Drawing Observing
Science in Daily Life, Book 2, Unit 5 Video on distillation of rum
Written assessment
12 Matter: The Composition of Matter: Periodic table
Become familiar with the periodic table
The modern periodic table Groups and Periods Basis of arrangement of elements in the periodic table The names of elements in a mixture and compound. The differences in the physical properties of mixtures and a compound.
Viewing of DVD Problem solving
DVD, projector Worksheets Periodic table Science in Daily Life, Book 2, Unit 3
Grading of worksheets Quiz
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13 Matter: The Composition of Matter: Atomic Structure and Bonding
Willingness to understand the particulate theory Show an interest in atoms and molecules Show curiosity in elements and compounds
The particulate theory of matter (Dalton’s Theory) Models of the atom The meaning of the terms atom, proton, neutron, electron, element, compound, molecule Properties of protons, electrons and neutrons Atomic structure of 1st twenty elements Types and examples of bonding Properties of substances for each type of bonding.
Research and presentation Making of models of atoms Problem solving
Internet Materials to create models Worksheets Science in Daily Life, Book 2, Unit 3
Grading of presentation Quiz Grading of models Grading of worksheets
14. Measuring acidity and alkalinity
Become familiar with the concept of pH and appreciate its application in daily lives
Definition of acid, base, pH, indicator, universal indicators, acidity and alkalinity, pH scale, litmus paper Meaning of a neutralisation reaction and be able to write and explain word equations for neutralisation reactions Examples of acids and alkalis in the home or in the lab. Applications of acidity and alkalinity in everyday life
Discussion Practical
- Making of an indicator - Classification of substances
as acidic or alkaline - Identify the pH levels of
various acids and basis Presentation: Uses of acids and bases in the home
Charts on acid and bases Materials for experiments Materials for presentation Science in Daily Life, Book 2, Unit 3
Grading of lab reports Quiz
15 Our Environment: Pollution
Become aware of the types and dangers of pollution
Definition of pollution and pollutants Noise pollution Air pollution; Greenhouse effect The ozone layer: where it is, how it
Research and presentation Discussion Creation of posters showing effects of pollution
Internet and projector Materials for making posters
Grading of presentation Grading of posters
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protects life on earth, the effect of the hole on the earth, how ultraviolet rays cause cancer and blindness in humans. Water pollution; Erosion Mining activity produces silt and increases erosion Understand mercury poison in humans Sub-lethal levels of mercury pesticides and oil derivatives lower resistance to disease
Explain how global warming is affecting life in Guyana Explain the positive and negative effects of mining in Guyana Explain how to protect well water from contamination
16 Our Environment: Soil Properties Soil Organisms
Show curiosity and interest in soil properties and soil organisms
Types of soil and the effect on crop cultivation Structure, properties, weathering, and uses of soil and its components Testing soil for humus, air content, pH level, water retention, permeability Capillary action and how to measure capillarity in soil Water cycle, soil erosion and leaching Names and descriptions of soil organisms Classification of soil organisms as useful or harmful The effect of temperature and light on soil organisms
Research and presentation Discussion Practical - test samples of soil to find pH
level as well as the percentage of air by volume
Materials for practical: Samples of soil, pH paper or universal indicator, beakers, water Internet Samples of soil containing organisms Worksheets such as Week 11, Lesson 1 and 2 found at https://education.gov.gy/web2/index.php/secondary-resources/grade-9-1/grade9-worksheets/grade-9-worksheets-integrated-science Science in Daily life Book 3, Chapter 2
Portfolios Grading of lab reports
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17 Simple Mechanics: Forces and motion
Appreciate that objects move when forces are applied to them Be willing to use formula 𝐹𝐹 = 𝑚𝑚𝑚𝑚 to determine the magnitude of force
The meaning of force and acceleration due to gravity SI unit of force (Newton (N) which is equivalent to 1 𝑘𝑘𝑘𝑘∗𝑚𝑚
𝑠𝑠2)
Formula: 𝐹𝐹 = 𝑚𝑚𝑚𝑚 Advantages and Disadvantages of friction Ways of reducing friction Comparing the force required to move an object along various surfaces
Research and presentation Problem solving Practical
- Moving an object along various surfaces
Internet Worksheets Materials for practical Science in Daily Life, Book 2, Part of Unit 7
Grading of presentation Grading of worksheets Grading of lab reports
18 Forces: Magnets
Appreciate the importance of studying the effects of magnets
Definition of magnets Identification of poles of magnets Laws of magnetism Magnetic fields Electromagnetism – definition, making of electromagnet, application of electromagnetism Temporary and permanent magnets, which metals can become magnetized Explain how unknown poles can be identified Identify devices in the home which involve magnets or electromagnets Explain how lines of force can be plotted using a compass
Practical Discussion
Materials for practical (bar magnets, iron filings, paper sling, thread) Compass Science in Daily life Book 3, Chapter 6
Grading of lab reports Quiz
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19 Forces: Centre of gravity
Demonstrate willingness to put ideas to explain observations regarding centre of gravity
Definition of centre of gravity Ways of determining the centre of gravity for regular and irregular objects Stability in relation to centre of gravity and base area
Research and presentation Practical Discussion
Internet and projector Materials for practical: String, pin, clamp and stand, irregular lamina
Grading of lab reports Quiz
20 Simple Mechanics: Machines
Demonstrate appreciation of the importance of pulleys in our daily lives
Examples of simple and complex machines and their uses Levers (1st, 2nd and 3rd classes) The incline plane can be compared to a screw Pulleys – single and block and tackle The two different levers in the human body
Practical - Pulleys and levers
Discussion
Materials for practical: pulley, incline plane, Science in Daily Life, Book 2, Part of Unit 7
Grading of Lab Reports Quiz
21 Energy: Electricity
Appreciate the need to conserve resources that are used to produce electricity Demonstrate a curiosity in circuits
Methods to produce electricity (chemical action, electromagnetic induction, friction) Some sources of electrical energy Know the parts of a dry cell and how they function Components of a circuit and their symbols and functions (including voltage, current, resistance, power, watt) SI units for current, voltage, resistance, power
Discussion Practical activity Compare the brightness of the bulbs and ammeter readings for a series and parallel circuits
Diagram a simple voltaic cell and label the parts
Materials for practical Worksheets Science in Daily life Book 3, Chapter 6
Grading of lab reports Grading of worksheets
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22. Energy: Electricity
Demonstrate a curiosity in circuits
Making series and parallel circuits Using ammeters, voltmeters, rheostats, galvanometer, and a domestic electric meter Calculations in electricity using formulae: 𝑉𝑉 = 𝐼𝐼𝐼𝐼,𝑃𝑃 = 𝐸𝐸
𝑇𝑇,𝑃𝑃 = 𝐼𝐼𝑉𝑉
Calculation of cost of electricity
Practical - Making of series and parallel
circuits (attaching ammeters, voltmeters and rheostats)
Problem solving Discussion about the cost of electricity for the reason the smelting of Alumina in the Bauxite industry is outsourced in Guyana.
Materials for practical Worksheets Science in Daily life Book 3, Chapter 6
Grading of lab reports Grading of worksheets
23 Energy: Waves
Show an interest in waves
Definition of amplitude, frequency, wavelength, period, crest, trough Types and examples of waves (including transverse and longitudinal waves) Sound waves Using a diagram of a wave function to identify frequency (pitch), speed of the sound waves, amplitude and intensity
Drawing wave diagrams Discussion Demonstration
Materials for the practical’s: Tuning fork, beaker, water Worksheets Science in Daily life Book 3, Chapter 8
Grading of worksheets Grading of lab reports
24 Energy: Waves
Show an interest in waves
Light waves Demonstrate an understanding of reflection and refraction of waves
Drawing wave diagrams Discussion Demonstration
Materials for the practical’s: Tuning fork, beaker, water Worksheets Science in Daily life Book 3, Chapter 8
Grading of worksheets Grading of lab reports
25 Energy: Heat Energy
Show curiosity about conduction of heat energy
Temperature and heat energy Name of good and poor conductors of heat and their uses Transfer of heat energy by conduction, convection and radiation Convectional current
Research and presentation Practical Discussion
Internet and projector Materials for practical Science in Daily life Book 3, Chapter 7
Grading of presentation Grading of lab reports Quiz
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Heat and expansion of solids, liquids and gases Radiant energy The advantages and disadvantages of the effects of heat on materials Understand a bimetallic strip works and the purpose of the thermostat in appliances
26 Energy: Conservation of our forest resources
Demonstrate concern for the application of scientific methods and knowledge in exploiting our forest resources
Definition of biodiversity and conservation Ways in which forests are useful Conservation of forests Non– timber forest products as importance to the economy of Guyana The meaning and types of eco–tourism The advantages and disadvantages of eco-tourism in Guyana
Research and presentation Discussion
Internet and projector
Grading of portfolio Grading of presentation
27 Our Earth: Earth resources (Rocks)
Demonstrate curiosity about rocks Appreciate the
Types, formation and properties of rocks Rock cycle The names of minerals which are mined in Guyana Examples of precious and semi – precious minerals in Guyana and where they are located Uses of minerals Location of bauxite mining sites in
Field trip Presentation Discussion Chart of the rock cycle to explain the formation of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rock
Camera and notepads Samples of rocks and minerals Science in Daily life Book 3, Chapter 3
Grading of portfolio Grading of quiz
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importance of bauxite
Guyana The process of extraction of Aluminum Classify rocks using Mohs scale
28 Detecting the environment: The eye Hearing Sounds (The ear)
Appreciate that the eyes are very important to organisms Appreciate that a series of processes are involved in being able to see objects Appreciate that the ears are very important to organisms
The mammalian eye - Parts and their functions - Care of the eye - Principle involved in seeing objects
Comparison of the eye and the camera The parts of the ear and their functions Principle how sound is detected (Sound travels in waves) How a microphone and stethoscope function Care of the ear
Creation of poster of parts of the eye Discussion Demonstration with lenses of various thickness to explain accommodation Creation of poster of parts of the ear Discussion
Materials for creation of poster Model of the eye Science in Daily Life, Book 2, Unit 9 Worksheet Grade 8 Integrated Science Weeks 8 and 9, found at https://education.gov.gy/web2/index.php/secondary-resources/grade-8-1/grade8-worksheets/grade-8-worksheets-integrated-science?limit=20&limitstart=40 Model of the ear
Grading of posters Quiz
29 Detecting the environment: The nose
Appreciate that the nose are very important to organisms
The olfactory organs How smell is detected Care of the nose
Creation of poster of parts of the nose Discussion
Materials for creation of poster Model of the nose Science in Daily Life, Book 2, Unit 9 Worksheet Grade 8 Integrated Science Week 11, found at
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Detecting the environment: The tongue Detecting the environment: The skin
Appreciate that the tongue are very important to organisms Appreciate that the skin are very important to organisms
The areas of the tongue which detect sweet, sour, salty and bitter tastes Describe tastes Care of the tongue Label parts and state the function of the skin Sensitivity varies in parts of the skin The skin aids in regulating body temperature Care of the skin
https://education.gov.gy/web2/index.php/secondary-resources/grade-8-1/grade8-worksheets/grade-8-worksheets-integrated-science?limit=20&limitstart=40
30 Soil composition
Appreciate the importance of soil to our daily life
The composition of soil – organic and inorganic Water retention and volume of air in soil Physical properties of soil and the importance of these properties Importance of humus on plant growth
Practical - Observing soil structure - The effect of humus on plant
growth Discussion
Materials for practical Soil samples, humus, measuring cylinder, water, balance Science in Daily Life, Book 2, Unit 11
Grading of lab reports Quiz
31 Soil types
Show interest in the study of the different types of soil
Three main types of soil – sand, clay and loam/silt Physical properties of the three types of soil Describe samples of soils in relation to their particle size Testing and improving the pH of the soil types
Field trip Collect, name, and identify the three main types of soils Discussion Practical - Identify and compare the
physical properties of sand, silt, clay
Camera, notepads Materials for each practical Samples of different soil types, universal indicator Soil indicator Science in Daily Life, Book 2, Unit 11
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Determine the pH levels for different samples
32 Improving clayey soils
Appreciate the importance of improving clayey soils
Improving clayey soil for increased production Ways of improving clayey soils The effects of sand, lime and ash on clayey soil
Practical - Grow garden crops on
original clayey soil and on improved clayey soil
Draw graphs to show comparison of plant’s growth rate on original clayey soil ad improved clayey soil Discussion
Materials for practical Soil samples Science in Daily Life, Book 2, Unit 11
Quiz Grading of lab report
33 Improving sandy soils Making a compost
Appreciate the importance of improving sandy soils Appreciate the importance of making compost in relation to waste management
Improving sandy soil for increased production The effects of clay, humus and fertilizers on sandy soils How compost is made.
Practical - Grow garden crops on
original sandy soil and on improved sandy soil
Draw graphs to show comparison of plant’s growth rate on original sandy soil ad improved sandy soil Discussion Practical Creation of a compost using suitable materials and remains from plant
Materials for practical Soil samples Science in Daily Life, Book 2, Unit 11
Quiz Grading of lab report