Daily Lesson plan of Science Form 3

Chapter 1: Respiration

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : RespirationLearning objective : Analysing the human breathing mechanismLearning outcome : Identify the structure of the human respiratory systemLearning activity : Observe model of human respiratory system (SPS

activity 1.1)Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : RespirationLearning objective : Analysing the human breathing mechanismLearning outcome : (a) Describe the process of inhalation and

exhalation(b) Relate the changes of air pressure in the

thoracic cavity to inhalation and exhalation (c) Describe the breathing mechanism

Learning activity : Build a functional model of the human respiratory system (SPS activities 1.2 and 1.3)

Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : RespirationLearning objective : (a) Analysing the human breathing mechanism

(b) Understanding the transport of oxygen in the human body

Learning outcome : (a) Describe the process of inhalation and exhalation

(b) Describe the transport of oxygen by blood (c) Describe the diffusion of oxygen from the

alveoli into the blood capillariesLearning activity : View computer on the breathing mechanism and the

diffusion of oxygen from the alveoli into the blood capillaries (SPS activities 1.4 and 1.5)

Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : RespirationLearning objective : Realising the importance of a healthy respiratory

systemLearning outcome : (a) List the substances which are harmful to the

respiratory system(b) Explain the effects of pollutants on the

respiratory systemLearning activity : Carry out an activity to show the effects of smoking on

the lungs (Peka Science) (SPS activities 1.6 and 1.7)Reflection :

Chapter 2: Blood circulation and transport

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : Blood circulation and transportLearning objective : Understanding the transport system in humansLearning outcome : (a) State the function of the heart

(b) Identify the structure of the human heart (c) Compare and contrast oxygenated blood and

deoxygenated blood(d) Illustrate the path of blood flow in the

circulatory systemLearning activity : Observe model of human heart (SPS activities 2.1 and

2.2)Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : Blood circulation and transportLearning objective : Understanding the transport system in humansLearning outcome : Compare and contrast the structure of arteries, veins

and capillaries Learning activity : Carry out activity to compare and contrast the structure

of arteries, veins and capillaries (SPS activities 2.3 and 2.4)

Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : Blood circulation and transportLearning objective : Understanding the transport system in humansLearning outcome : (a) Describe the circulatory system

(b) Illustrate the path of blood flow in the circulatory system

Learning activity : Observe the model of the path of blood flow in the circulatory system (SPS activity 2.5)

Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : Blood circulation and transportLearning objective : Analysing the human bloodLearning outcome : State the constituents of blood and their functionLearning activity : Discuss the constituents of blood (SPS activity 2.6)Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : Blood circulation and transportLearning objective : Analysing the human bloodLearning outcome : Match the blood group of the donor to that of the

recipientLearning activity : Discuss the compatibility between the blood group of

the donor and that of the recipient (SPS activity 2.7)Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : Blood circulation and transportLearning objective : Analysing the transport system in plantsLearning outcome : (a) Describe what transpiration is

(b) Describe the functions of stomataLearning activity : Examine the epidermis of a leaf under a microscope to

identify the stomata (SPS activity 2.8)Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : Blood circulation and transportLearning objective : Analysing the transport system in plantsLearning outcome : (a) Identify the factors affecting the rate of

transpiration (b) Describe how the factors affect the rate of

transpirationLearning activity : Carry out experiment to study the factors affecting the

rate of transpiration (SPS activity 2.9)Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : Blood circulation and transportLearning objective : Analysing the transport system in plantsLearning outcome : (a) Identify the locations of xylem and phloem

(b) Describe the functions of xylem and phloem(c) Investigate the pathway of water in a cut stem

using a suitable stain Learning activity : Carry out an activity to identify the locations of xylem

and transport of water from roots to the leaves via the xylem (SPS activities 2.10 and 2.11)

Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : Blood circulation and transportLearning objective : Analysing the transport system in plantsLearning outcome : Describe the function of xylem and phloemLearning activity : Carry out an activity to study the transport of

synthesized food substances via the phloem (SPS activities 2.12 and 2.13)

Reflection :

Chapter 3: Excretion

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : ExcretionLearning objective : Understanding human excretionLearning outcome : (a) Explain what excretion

(b) Identify the excretory organs in humans(c) State the excretory products of each excretory

organ(d) Explain the importance of excretion

Learning activity : Examine models of kidney, skin and lungs (SPS activity 3.1)

Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : ExcretionLearning objective : Analysing the urinary system in humanLearning outcome : (a) Identify the location of kidneys and other parts

of the urinary system (b) Describe the shape of the kidneys(c) Identify the structures of the kidneys(d) Describe the functions of the kidneys

Learning activity : Examine model of human urinary system (SPS activities 3.2 and 3.3)

Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : ExcretionLearning objective : Analysing excretion in plantsLearning outcome : (a) Describe the ways plants eliminate their

excretory products(b) Identify the excretory products of plants

Learning activity : Discussion on the ways plants eliminate their excretory products (SPS activity 3.4)

Reflection :

Chapter 4: Reproduction

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : ReproductionLearning objective : Understanding sexual and asexual reproductionLearning outcome : (a) State the importance of reproduction

(b) State the types of reproduction (c) Classify animals and plants according to their

ways of reproductionLearning activity : Discussion on various type of reproduction includes the

various ways of asexual reproduction (SPS activity 4.1)Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : ReproductionLearning objective : Understanding sexual and asexual reproductionLearning outcome : Compare and contrast sexual and asexual reproduction Learning activity : Carry out an activity to compare and contrast sexual

and asexual reproduction (SPS activity 4.2)Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : Reproduction

Learning objective : Analysing the male reproductive systemLearning outcome : (a) Identify the parts of the male reproductive

system(b) Describe the functions of the different parts of

the male reproductive system(c) State the role of sperm in reproduction

Learning activity : Observe transparency on the different parts of the male reproductive system (SPS activities 4.3 and 4.4)

Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : ReproductionLearning objective : Analysing the female reproductive systemLearning outcome : (a) Identify the parts of the female reproductive

system(b) Describe the functions of the different parts of

the female reproductive system(c) State the role of an ovum in reproduction(d) Compare and contrast male and female gametes

Learning activity : (a) Observe transparency on the different parts of the female reproductive system (SPS activity 4.5)

(b) Discussion on the differences between male and female gametes (SPS activity 4.6)

Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : ReproductionLearning objective : Analysing the menstrual cycleLearning outcome : (a) Describe the menstrual cycle

(b) Describe the changes in the uterine wall during the menstrual cycle

(c) Relate the fertile phase of the menstrual cycle to fertilisation

(d) Explain the importance of personal hygiene during menstruation

Learning activity : Discuss the menstruation and the menstrual cycle (SPS activity 4.7)

Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : ReproductionLearning objective : Analysing fertilisation and pregnancyLearning outcome : (a) Identify the location of implantation of the

embryo (b) Describe the development of a zygote into an

embryo and subsequently into a foetus until birth

Learning activity : Observe website of internet and discuss on the development of a zygote into an embryo and subsequently into a foetus until birth (SPS activities 4.8, 4.9 and 4.10)

Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : ReproductionLearning objective : (a) Understanding the importance of pre-natal care

(b) Evaluating the importance of research in human reproduction

Learning outcome : (a) Relate the importance of taking nutritious food to the health of both mother and foetus during pregnancy

(b) Describe the methods of birth control(c) Explain the importance of research on human

reproductionLearning activity : Discussion on the importance of avoiding the intake of

substances that are harmful to the foetus and ways to overcome sterility and the methods of birth control (Peka Science)(SPS activities 4.11, 4.12 and 4.13)

Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : ReproductionLearning objective : Analysing the sexual reproductive system of flowering

plantsLearning outcome : (a) Identify the different parts of a flower

(b) Identify the male and female parts of a flower (c) Describe the function of the male and female

reproductive parts of a flowerLearning activity : Examine flowers to identify parts of the flower

(hibiscus) (SPS activity 4.14)Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : ReproductionLearning objective : Analysing the sexual reproductive system of flowering

plantsLearning outcome : (a) Identify the male and female parts of a flower

(b) Identify the male and female gametesLearning activity : Use a microscope to observe the

(a) cross section and longitudinal section of an ovary to identify the ovules

(b) pollen grain (SPS activity 4.15)Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : ReproductionLearning objective : Analysing pollination

Learning outcome : (a) Relate the characteristics of flowers to their agents of pollination

(b) Compare and contrast self-pollination and cross-pollination

Learning activity : (a) Discussion on the characteristics of flowers to their agents of pollination

(b) Carry out an activity to compare and contrast self-pollination and cross-pollination (SPS activities 4.16 and 4.17)

Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : ReproductionLearning objective : Understanding the development of fruits and seeds in

plantsLearning outcome : (a) Identify the location where fertilisation occurs

in flowers(b) Describe fertilisation in plants(c) Describe the formation of fruits and seeds

Learning activity : Use a microscope to observe the development of pollen tubes in different percentages of sucrose solution (5% - 10%) (SPS activities 4.18 and 4.19)

Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : ReproductionLearning objective : Synthesising the concept of germination of seedLearning outcome : (a) Identify the structures of a seed

(b) Identify the functions of the different parts of a seed

Learning activity : Dissect a seed longitudinally and identify its structure using hand lens (SPS activity 4.20)

Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : ReproductionLearning objective : Synthesising the concept of germination of seedLearning outcome : Describe the physical changes of seedlings during

germinationLearning activity : Carry out an activity to observe the stages of

germination of a seed (SPS activity 4.21)Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : ReproductionLearning objective : Synthesising the concept of germination of seedLearning outcome : (a) Making hypothesis on the conditions required

for the germination of seeds (b) Design an experiment to study the conditions

required for the seeds germination Learning activity : Carry out experiment to study the conditions required

for the seeds germination (Peka Science) (SPS activities 4.22 and 4.23)

Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : ReproductionLearning objective : Application of vegetative reproduction in flowering

plantsLearning outcome : Classifying flowering plants according to the parts that

can reproduce vegetativelyLearning activity : Carry out activity to classify flowering plants

according to the parts that can reproduce vegetatively (SPS activities 4.24 and 4.25)

Reflection :

Chapter 5: Growth

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : GrowthLearning objective : Analysing the pattern of human growthLearning outcome : (a) Determine the characteristics used to measure

growth rate(b) Analyse the growth curve for male and female(c) Compare and contrast between the growth rate

in male and femaleLearning activity : Carry out activity to interpret the growth curve for

male and female from infancy to adulthood (SPS activity 5.1)

Reflection :

Theme : Management and continuity of lifeLearning area : GrowthLearning objective : Analysing the pattern of human growthLearning outcome : Describe the effects of nutrition on the growth in

childrenLearning activity : Discussion on the effects of nutrition on the growth in

children (SPS activity 5.2)Reflection :

Chapter 6: Land and its resources

Theme : Matter in natureLearning area : Land and its resourcesLearning objective : Analysing the various minerals found in the Earth crustLearning outcome : (a) Explain through examples that minerals exist in

the form of natural elements or natural compounds

(b) Identify the elements in natural compounds

Learning activity : Carry out field work to collect various rock (mineral) in school area and identify them by referring to the samples of minerals in laboratory (SPS activity 6.1)

Reflection :

Theme : Matter in natureLearning area : Land and its resourcesLearning objective : Analysing the various minerals found in the Earth crustLearning outcome : (a) Describe the properties of minerals

(b) Write equations in words to show the effect of heat on the minerals

Learning activity : Carry out activities to study the properties of minerals (SPS activity 6.2)

Reflection :

Theme : Matter in natureLearning area : Land and its resourcesLearning objective : Understanding the reactions between metals and non-

metalsLearning outcome : (a) Describe the reactions between metals and non-

metals(b) Write equations in words for the reaction

between metals and with non-metals(c) State that metals react with non-metals at

different ratesLearning activity : Carry out experiment to study the reactions between

metals and non-metals (SPS activities 6.3 and 6.4)Reflection :

Theme : Matter in natureLearning area : Land and its resourcesLearning objective : Understanding silicon compoundsLearning outcome : (a) Relate the properties of silicon compounds to

their stability

(b) State the different forms of silicon compounds(c) State examples of silica(d) State examples of silicate(e) Explain through examples the uses of silicon

compounds in our daily lifeLearning activity : Carry out experiment to study the properties of silicon

compounds to their stability (Peka Science) (SPS activities 6.5, 6.6 and 6.7)

Reflection :

Theme : Matter in natureLearning area : Land and its resourcesLearning objective : Analysing calcium compoundsLearning outcome : (a) Describe the properties of calcium carbonate

(b) Write equation in words for the reactions of

calcium carbonate(c) Describe the formation of calcium oxide and

calcium hydroxide Learning activity : Carry out experiment to study the properties of calcium

carbonate (Peka Science) (SPS activity 6.8)Reflection :

Theme : Matter in natureLearning area : Land and its resourcesLearning objective : Analysing calcium compoundsLearning outcome : Describe the formation of calcium oxide and calcium

hydroxideLearning activity : Carry out experiment to study the formation of calcium

oxide and calcium hydroxide (SPS activities 6.9 and 6.10)

Reflection :

Theme : Matter in natureLearning area : Land and its resourcesLearning objective : Analysing natural fuel resources and their importanceLearning outcome : (a) Describe the fractional distillation of petroleum

(b) Describe the characteristics of the various fractions from the fractional distillation of petroleum

(c) Describe the uses of petroleum fractionsLearning activity : Discussion on the various fractions from the fractional

distillation of petroleum and its uses (SPS activities 6.11 and 6.12)

Reflection :

Chapter 7: Electricity

Theme : Energy in lifeLearning area : ElectricityLearning objective : Understanding electrostaticsLearning outcome : (a) Describe what electrostatics is

(b) Describe how static electrical charges can be produced in some materials

(c) State the types of static electrical charges Learning activity : Carry out experiment to produce static electrical

charges in materials through friction and detect it using electroscope (SPS activity 7.1)

Reflection :

Theme : Energy in lifeLearning area : ElectricityLearning objective : Understanding electrostaticsLearning outcome : (a) Describe ways to detect static electrical charges

(b) State the properties of static electrical chargesLearning activity : Carry out experiment to observe what happens when

two objects with the same or opposite charges are brought near to each other (SPS activities 7.2 and 7.3)

Reflection :

Theme : Energy in lifeLearning area : ElectricityLearning objective : Understanding electricityLearning outcome : (a) State the direction of current and electron flow

in an electric circuit (b) Identify the instrument for measuring current(c) State the unit for current(d) Measure current in an electric circuit

Learning activity : Carry out an activity to observe the flow of electric current using a Van De Graff generator and a galvanometer (SPS activity 7.4)

Reflection :

Theme : Energy in lifeLearning area : ElectricityLearning objective : Applying the understanding of measuring electricityLearning outcome : (a) Identify the instrument for measuring voltage

(b) State the unit for voltage(c) State the unit for current, voltage and resistance (d) Identify the instrument for measuring current

and voltageLearning activity : Carry out experiment to measure electric current and

electrical voltage (SPS activities 7.5 and 7.6)Reflection :

Theme : Energy in lifeLearning area : ElectricityLearning objective : Synthesising the relationship between current, voltage

and resistanceLearning outcome : (a) Design an experiment to study the relationship

between voltage, resistance and current (b) Carry out an experiment to study the

relationship between voltage, resistance and current

(c) Describe the effects of the changes in voltage, resistance and current

Learning activity : Carry out experiment to study the relationship between resistance and current ( Peka Science) (SPS activities 7.7 and 7.8)

Reflection :

Theme : Energy in lifeLearning area : ElectricityLearning objective : Synthesising the relationship between current, voltage

and resistanceLearning outcome : State Ohm’s Law

Learning activity : Carry out experiment to study the relationship between resistance, current and voltage (SPS activity 7.9)

Reflection :

Theme : Energy in lifeLearning area : ElectricityLearning objective : Synthesising the concept of parallel and series circuitLearning outcome : Identify the components of an electric circuit and their

symbols Learning activity : Match the symbols to the components found in an

electric circuit (SPS activity 7.10)Reflection :

Theme : Energy in lifeLearning area : ElectricityLearning objective : Analysing current, voltage and resistance in a series

circuitLearning outcome : (a) Describe the current flowing through the

components in a series circuit(b) Describe the voltage across the components in a

series circuit(c) Describe the resistance in a series circuit

Learning activity : Carry out experiment to study the current flowing through the components in a series circuit (SPS activities 7.11 and 7.12)

Reflection :

Theme : Energy in lifeLearning area : ElectricityLearning objective : Analysing current, voltage and resistance in a parallel

circuitLearning outcome : (a) Describe the current flowing through the

components in a parallel circuit(b) Describe the voltage across the components in a

parallel circuit(c) Describe the resistance in a parallel circuit

Learning activity : Carry out experiment to study the current flowing through the components in a parallel circuit (SPS activities 7.13 and 7.14)

Reflection :

Theme : Energy in lifeLearning area : ElectricityLearning objective : Understanding magnetismLearning outcome : (a) Identify magnetic substances and non-magnetic

substances(b) Describe what a magnetic field is(c) Draw the magnetic field of a bar magnet(d) Draw the directions of a magnetic field(e) Relate magnetic field lines with the strength of

magnetic fieldsLearning activity : Carry out an activity to draw the magnetic field and the

directions of the magnetic field of a bar magnet (Peka Science) (SPS activities 7.15, 7.16 and 7.17)

Reflection :

Theme : Energy in lifeLearning area : ElectricityLearning objective : Understanding electromagnetismLearning outcome : (a) Relate the current flow through a conductor

with magnetism(b) Describe what electromagnetism is

Learning activity : Carry out an activity to study the relationship between the current flow through a conductor with magnetism (SPS activity 7.18)

Reflection :

Chapter 8: Generation of electricity

Theme : Energy in lifeLearning area : Generation of electricityLearning objective : Understanding the generation of electrical energyLearning outcome : (a) List the various electric generators

(b) Describe the generation of electrical energy in various types of power station

Learning activity : Carry out an activity to study the principle of the generation of electrical energy (SPS activity 8.1)

Reflection :

Theme : Energy in lifeLearning area : Generation of electricityLearning objective : Understanding transformerLearning outcome : (a) Describe the roles of transformer in the

transmission and distribution of electricity(b) Identify the different parts of a transformer(c) Describe how a transformer work(d) Compare and contrast a step-up transformer and

a step-down transformer Learning activity : Carry out an activity to study how a transformer work

(SPS activities 8.2 and 8.3)Reflection :

Theme : Energy in lifeLearning area : Generation of electricityLearning objective : Analysing the electricity transmission and distribution

systemLearning outcome : Sequence the components in the electricity

transmission and distribution system Learning activity : Discussion on the sequence of the components in the

electricity transmission and distribution system (SPS

activity 8.4)Reflection :

Theme : Energy in lifeLearning area : Generation of electricityLearning objective : Understanding the electrical supply and wiring system

at homeLearning outcome : Describe the functions of the parts of an electrical

wiringLearning activity : Discussion on the functions of the parts of an electrical

wiring (SPS activity 8.5)Reflection :

Theme : Energy in lifeLearning area : Generation of electricityLearning objective : Understanding the electrical supply and wiring system

at homeLearning outcome : Describe the wiring in a 3-pin plugLearning activity : Carry out an activity to complete the wiring of a 3-pin

plug (SPS activity 8.6)Reflection :

Theme : Energy in lifeLearning area : Generation of electricityLearning objective : Analysing the cost of electrical energy usageLearning outcome : (a) Calculate the amount of current flowing

through an electrical appliance and the cost of electricity used

(b) Recall the relationship between electrical energy usage, power and time

(c) Solve problems by calculating the cost of electricity used

Learning activity : Carry out an activity to calculate the amount of current flowing through an electrical appliance and the cost of electricity used (SPS activities 8.7 and 8.8)

Reflection :

Theme : Energy in lifeLearning area : Generation of electricityLearning objective : Understanding the functions of fuse and earth wireLearning outcome : Describe the function of fuse in electrical wiring

systemsLearning activity : Carry out an activity to study the occurrence of a short

circuit (SPS activity 8.9)Reflection :

Theme : Energy in lifeLearning area : Generation of electricityLearning objective : Understanding the functions of fuse and earth wireLearning outcome : Determine the suitable rating of a fuse for an electrical

applianceLearning activity : Carry out an activity to determine the suitable rating of

a fuse for an electrical appliance (SPS activity 8.10)Reflection :

Theme : Energy in lifeLearning area : Generation of electricityLearning objective : (a) Evaluating the importance of safety precautions

in the use of electricity(b) Evaluating the importance of conserving

electricity Learning outcome : State the safety measures to be taken when using

electricity Learning activity : Discussion on the safety precautions and conserving

electricity (SPS activity 8.11)Reflection :

Chapter 9: Stars and galaxies

Theme : Astronomy and space explorationLearning area : Stars and galaxiesLearning objective : Analysing the SunLearning outcome : (a) Describe the characteristics of the Sun

(b) Identify the structures of the Sun(c) State how energy is generated by the Sun(d) Identify the phenomena occurring on the

surface of the Sun(e) Explain the effects of the phenomena on the

surface of the sun on the Earth Learning activity : Observe computer software/projector slide on the

structures and phenomena of the Sun (SPS activities 9.1 and 9.2)

Reflection :

Theme : Astronomy and space explorationLearning area : Stars and galaxiesLearning objective : Understanding the stars and the galaxies in the

UniverseLearning outcome : (a) Identify the Sun as a star

(b) Describe what Milky Ways is (c) State the types of galaxies (d) Identify the characteristics of star(e) Compare and contrast the star based on certain

characteristics Learning activity : Observe computer software / projector slide on Milky

Ways and the star (SPS activities 9.3, 9.4, and 9.5)Reflection :

Theme : Astronomy and space explorationLearning area : Stars and galaxies

Learning objective : Understanding the stars and the galaxies in the Universe

Learning outcome : (a) Describe the formation and the death of stars(b) Describe the Universe (c) State the position of the Solar System in the

UniverseLearning activity : Observe computer software/ projector slide on star and

the formation and the death of stars (SPS activities 9.6, 9.7, and 9.8)

Reflection :

Chapter 10: Space exploration

Theme : Astronomy and space explorationLearning area : Space explorationLearning objective : Understanding developments in the field of astronomy

and space explorationLearning outcome : (a) Describe the developments in the field of

astronomy(b) Describe the developments in space exploration (c) Explain with examples the applications of

technology related to space exploration and astronomy

Learning activity : Observe computer software / projector slide on the developments in the field of astronomy (SPS activities 10.1, 10.2, 10.3 and 10.4)

Reflection :