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Basic 4 Mathematics Term 2 Week 12 Lesson Plan
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Subject: Mathematics
Class: Basic 4
Topic: Unknowns, Expressions and Equations
| Strand: Algebra | Sub-strand: Unknowns, Expressions and Equations |
| Indicator (code): B4.2.2.1.1 | Content Std (code): B4.2.2.1 |
| Performance Indicator: Learners can identify and solve for unknowns in simple mathematical expressions. | Core Competencies: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Communication and Collaboration |
| T.L.R.(s): Letter cards, number cards, balancing scale illustrations | Keywords: Unknowns, Expressions, Equations, Variables |
Phase 1: Starterpreparing the brain for learning Mental math drill using placeholders for missing numbers.
Quick brainstorm: What happens when we use a letter in place of a number?
Introduction to today's objectives regarding solving for unknowns.
Quick quiz on simple addition and subtraction balancing. | Phase 2: Mainnew learning including assessment Explain how letters represent unknowns in balancing equations.
Practice solving simple addition equations like x + 5 = 12.
Group work: Use number and letter cards to create balanced number sentences.
Individual practice solving for y in subtraction expressions.
Encourage learners to share their step-by-step solutions to challenges.
Discuss real-life examples of finding unknown values. | Phase 3plenary / reflections Summarize what we learned about variables and equations.
Oral assessment: solve a balancing problem on the board.
Learners share one new thing they found out about algebra.
Termly wrap-up and check for understanding of unknowns. |
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