Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition Scheme of Work

Wk.	Lsn	Strand	Sub-strand	Lesson Learning Outcomes	Learning Experiences	Key Inquiry Question(s)	Learning Resources	Assessment Methods	Reflection
1	1	Hygiene Practices	Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: methods of disinfection.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: methods of disinfection..	Learners search for or observe demonstrations on sunlight, salting, boiling, disinfectants and ironing.	How can we disinfect household articles for hygiene purposes?	KICD Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition curriculum design, school garden, locally available materials, digital resources, kitchen tools, storage facilities, cleaning materials, grafting tools, safety equipment and learner portfolios.	Assess method chart, oral questioning and demonstration notes.	Most learners were able to carry out the practical agriculture or nutrition task and explain its importance in daily life. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: methods of disinfection. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
2	1	Hygiene Practices	Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: selecting articles and materials.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: selecting articles and materials..	Learners identify articles such as aprons, gloves, towels, dustcoats, handkerchiefs and socks and match them with suitable methods.	Which method is suitable for disinfecting different articles?	KICD Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition curriculum design, school garden, locally available materials, digital resources, kitchen tools, storage facilities, cleaning materials, grafting tools, safety equipment and learner portfolios.	Use matching task, safety checklist and learner explanation.	Most learners were able to carry out the practical agriculture or nutrition task and explain its importance in daily life. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: selecting articles and materials. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
3	1	Hygiene Practices	Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: practical disinfection.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: practical disinfection..	Learners disinfect selected clothing and household articles using safe methods and responsible handling.	How can disinfection prevent spread of diseases?	KICD Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition curriculum design, school garden, locally available materials, digital resources, kitchen tools, storage facilities, cleaning materials, grafting tools, safety equipment and learner portfolios.	Assess practical checklist, hygiene and responsibility.	Most learners were able to carry out the practical agriculture or nutrition task and explain its importance in daily life. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: practical disinfection. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
4	1	Hygiene Practices	Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: importance of disinfection.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: importance of disinfection..	Learners present the importance of disinfecting articles for personal and household hygiene.	Why is disinfecting household articles important?	KICD Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition curriculum design, school garden, locally available materials, digital resources, kitchen tools, storage facilities, cleaning materials, grafting tools, safety equipment and learner portfolios.	Use presentation rubric, peer feedback and reflection.	Most learners were able to carry out the practical agriculture or nutrition task and explain its importance in daily life. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: importance of disinfection. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
5	1	Production Techniques	Grafting in Plants: grafting as a method of plant propagation.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to Grafting in Plants: grafting as a method of plant propagation..	Learners use print or digital resources to describe grafting, rootstock, scion and purposes of grafting.	Why is grafting done on a plant?	KICD Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition curriculum design, school garden, locally available materials, digital resources, kitchen tools, storage facilities, cleaning materials, grafting tools, safety equipment and learner portfolios.	Assess labelled diagrams, research notes and oral responses.	Most learners were able to use digital tools correctly and type or enter data with improving speed and accuracy, for example typing about 40 words per minute where keyboard practice was involved. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Grafting in Plants: grafting as a method of plant propagation. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
6	1	Production Techniques	Grafting in Plants: tools, safety and preparation.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to Grafting in Plants: tools, safety and preparation..	Learners identify grafting tools, prepare materials and discuss safety when using sharp tools.	How can learners prepare safely for grafting?	KICD Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition curriculum design, school garden, locally available materials, digital resources, kitchen tools, storage facilities, cleaning materials, grafting tools, safety equipment and learner portfolios.	Use safety checklist, tool identification and teacher observation.	Most learners were able to carry out the practical agriculture or nutrition task and explain its importance in daily life. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Grafting in Plants: tools, safety and preparation. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
7	1	Production Techniques	Grafting in Plants: carrying out grafting with guidance.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to Grafting in Plants: carrying out grafting with guidance..	Learners carry out grafting with a resource person for repair, aesthetic, rejuvenation or improvement purposes.	How is grafting carried out successfully?	KICD Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition curriculum design, school garden, locally available materials, digital resources, kitchen tools, storage facilities, cleaning materials, grafting tools, safety equipment and learner portfolios.	Assess practical performance, safety and procedure record.	Most learners were able to create, perform or present the practised art skill with observable control, expression and confidence. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Grafting in Plants: carrying out grafting with guidance. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
8	1	Production Techniques	Grafting in Plants: care of grafted plants.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to Grafting in Plants: care of grafted plants..	Learners water, protect the union, remove graft tape after union and remove unwanted buds on the rootstock.	How can grafted plants be cared for?	KICD Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition curriculum design, school garden, locally available materials, digital resources, kitchen tools, storage facilities, cleaning materials, grafting tools, safety equipment and learner portfolios.	Use care log, observation checklist and learner reflection.	Most learners were able to carry out the practical agriculture or nutrition task and explain its importance in daily life. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Grafting in Plants: care of grafted plants. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
9	1	Production Techniques	Homemade Sun Dryer: describing homemade sun dryers for vegetables.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to Homemade Sun Dryer: describing homemade sun dryers for vegetables..	Learners search for information on how to make homemade sun dryers and discuss food preservation benefits.	How can innovative technology be used to preserve vegetables?	KICD Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition curriculum design, school garden, locally available materials, digital resources, kitchen tools, storage facilities, cleaning materials, grafting tools, safety equipment and learner portfolios.	Assess research notes, sketches and oral responses.	Most learners were able to carry out the practical agriculture or nutrition task and explain its importance in daily life. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Homemade Sun Dryer: describing homemade sun dryers for vegetables. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
10	1	Production Techniques	Homemade Sun Dryer: sketching and selecting local materials.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to Homemade Sun Dryer: sketching and selecting local materials..	Learners sketch a homemade sun dryer and select locally available materials for construction.	Which materials can be used to construct a homemade sun dryer?	KICD Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition curriculum design, school garden, locally available materials, digital resources, kitchen tools, storage facilities, cleaning materials, grafting tools, safety equipment and learner portfolios.	Use design sketch rubric, resource list and feasibility check.	Most learners were able to carry out the practical agriculture or nutrition task and explain its importance in daily life. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Homemade Sun Dryer: sketching and selecting local materials. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
11	1	Production Techniques	Homemade Sun Dryer: constructing and testing the dryer.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to Homemade Sun Dryer: constructing and testing the dryer..	Learners construct a homemade sun dryer and observe safety, teamwork and problem solving.	How can learners construct a functional homemade sun dryer?	KICD Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition curriculum design, school garden, locally available materials, digital resources, kitchen tools, storage facilities, cleaning materials, grafting tools, safety equipment and learner portfolios.	Assess product rubric, safety and teamwork.	Most learners were able to carry out the practical agriculture or nutrition task and explain its importance in daily life. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Homemade Sun Dryer: constructing and testing the dryer. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
12	1	Production Techniques	Homemade Sun Dryer: drying vegetables and reducing spoilage.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to Homemade Sun Dryer: drying vegetables and reducing spoilage..	Learners use the sun dryer to dry vegetables and discuss food nutrition, security and community problem solving.	How can sun drying reduce vegetable spoilage?	KICD Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition curriculum design, school garden, locally available materials, digital resources, kitchen tools, storage facilities, cleaning materials, grafting tools, safety equipment and learner portfolios.	Use drying log, product evaluation and reflection.	Most learners were able to carry out the practical agriculture or nutrition task and explain its importance in daily life. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Homemade Sun Dryer: drying vegetables and reducing spoilage. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
13	1	Production Techniques	End-year review, practical assessment and transition.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to End-year review, practical assessment and transition..	Learners revise disinfecting, grafting and sun-dryer construction, complete final assessment and update portfolios.	How can Agriculture and Nutrition skills support healthy and sustainable living?	KICD Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition curriculum design, school garden, locally available materials, digital resources, kitchen tools, storage facilities, cleaning materials, grafting tools, safety equipment and learner portfolios.	File marks, portfolio evidence, teacher reflection and transition notes.	Most learners were able to carry out the practical agriculture or nutrition task and explain its importance in daily life. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on End-year review, practical assessment and transition. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

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Lesson Learning Outcomes

Learning Experiences

Key Inquiry Question(s)

Learning Resources

Assessment Methods

Reflection

Hygiene Practices

Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: methods of disinfection.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: methods of disinfection..

Learners search for or observe demonstrations on sunlight, salting, boiling, disinfectants and ironing.

How can we disinfect household articles for hygiene purposes?

KICD Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition curriculum design, school garden, locally available materials, digital resources, kitchen tools, storage facilities, cleaning materials, grafting tools, safety equipment and learner portfolios.

Assess method chart, oral questioning and demonstration notes.

Most learners were able to carry out the practical agriculture or nutrition task and explain its importance in daily life. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: methods of disinfection. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Hygiene Practices

Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: selecting articles and materials.

Learners identify articles such as aprons, gloves, towels, dustcoats, handkerchiefs and socks and match them with suitable methods.

Which method is suitable for disinfecting different articles?

Use matching task, safety checklist and learner explanation.

Most learners were able to carry out the practical agriculture or nutrition task and explain its importance in daily life. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: selecting articles and materials. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Hygiene Practices

Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: practical disinfection.

Learners disinfect selected clothing and household articles using safe methods and responsible handling.

How can disinfection prevent spread of diseases?

Assess practical checklist, hygiene and responsibility.

Most learners were able to carry out the practical agriculture or nutrition task and explain its importance in daily life. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: practical disinfection. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Hygiene Practices

Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: importance of disinfection.

Learners present the importance of disinfecting articles for personal and household hygiene.

Why is disinfecting household articles important?

Use presentation rubric, peer feedback and reflection.

Most learners were able to carry out the practical agriculture or nutrition task and explain its importance in daily life. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: importance of disinfection. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Production Techniques

Grafting in Plants: grafting as a method of plant propagation.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to Grafting in Plants: grafting as a method of plant propagation..

Learners use print or digital resources to describe grafting, rootstock, scion and purposes of grafting.

Why is grafting done on a plant?

Assess labelled diagrams, research notes and oral responses.

Most learners were able to use digital tools correctly and type or enter data with improving speed and accuracy, for example typing about 40 words per minute where keyboard practice was involved. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Grafting in Plants: grafting as a method of plant propagation. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Production Techniques

Grafting in Plants: tools, safety and preparation.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to Grafting in Plants: tools, safety and preparation..

Learners identify grafting tools, prepare materials and discuss safety when using sharp tools.

How can learners prepare safely for grafting?

Use safety checklist, tool identification and teacher observation.

Most learners were able to carry out the practical agriculture or nutrition task and explain its importance in daily life. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Grafting in Plants: tools, safety and preparation. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Production Techniques

Grafting in Plants: carrying out grafting with guidance.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to Grafting in Plants: carrying out grafting with guidance..

Learners carry out grafting with a resource person for repair, aesthetic, rejuvenation or improvement purposes.

How is grafting carried out successfully?

Assess practical performance, safety and procedure record.

Most learners were able to create, perform or present the practised art skill with observable control, expression and confidence. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Grafting in Plants: carrying out grafting with guidance. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Production Techniques

Grafting in Plants: care of grafted plants.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to Grafting in Plants: care of grafted plants..

Learners water, protect the union, remove graft tape after union and remove unwanted buds on the rootstock.

How can grafted plants be cared for?

Use care log, observation checklist and learner reflection.

Most learners were able to carry out the practical agriculture or nutrition task and explain its importance in daily life. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Grafting in Plants: care of grafted plants. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Production Techniques

Homemade Sun Dryer: describing homemade sun dryers for vegetables.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to Homemade Sun Dryer: describing homemade sun dryers for vegetables..

Learners search for information on how to make homemade sun dryers and discuss food preservation benefits.

How can innovative technology be used to preserve vegetables?

Assess research notes, sketches and oral responses.

Most learners were able to carry out the practical agriculture or nutrition task and explain its importance in daily life. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Homemade Sun Dryer: describing homemade sun dryers for vegetables. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Production Techniques

Homemade Sun Dryer: sketching and selecting local materials.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to Homemade Sun Dryer: sketching and selecting local materials..

Learners sketch a homemade sun dryer and select locally available materials for construction.

Which materials can be used to construct a homemade sun dryer?

Use design sketch rubric, resource list and feasibility check.

Most learners were able to carry out the practical agriculture or nutrition task and explain its importance in daily life. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Homemade Sun Dryer: sketching and selecting local materials. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Production Techniques

Homemade Sun Dryer: constructing and testing the dryer.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to Homemade Sun Dryer: constructing and testing the dryer..

Learners construct a homemade sun dryer and observe safety, teamwork and problem solving.

How can learners construct a functional homemade sun dryer?

Assess product rubric, safety and teamwork.

Most learners were able to carry out the practical agriculture or nutrition task and explain its importance in daily life. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Homemade Sun Dryer: constructing and testing the dryer. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Production Techniques

Homemade Sun Dryer: drying vegetables and reducing spoilage.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to Homemade Sun Dryer: drying vegetables and reducing spoilage..

Learners use the sun dryer to dry vegetables and discuss food nutrition, security and community problem solving.

How can sun drying reduce vegetable spoilage?

Use drying log, product evaluation and reflection.

Most learners were able to carry out the practical agriculture or nutrition task and explain its importance in daily life. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Homemade Sun Dryer: drying vegetables and reducing spoilage. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Production Techniques

End-year review, practical assessment and transition.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to End-year review, practical assessment and transition..

Learners revise disinfecting, grafting and sun-dryer construction, complete final assessment and update portfolios.

How can Agriculture and Nutrition skills support healthy and sustainable living?

File marks, portfolio evidence, teacher reflection and transition notes.

Most learners were able to carry out the practical agriculture or nutrition task and explain its importance in daily life. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on End-year review, practical assessment and transition. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

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Week 1 , Lesson 1

Strand: Hygiene Practices
Sub-strand: Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: methods of disinfection.
Learning Outcome: By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: methods of disinfection..
Reflection: Most learners were able to carry out the practical agriculture or nutrition task and explain its importance in daily life. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: methods of disinfection. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Week 2 , Lesson 1

Strand: Hygiene Practices
Sub-strand: Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: selecting articles and materials.
Learning Outcome: By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: selecting articles and materials..
Reflection: Most learners were able to carry out the practical agriculture or nutrition task and explain its importance in daily life. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: selecting articles and materials. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Week 3 , Lesson 1

Strand: Hygiene Practices
Sub-strand: Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: practical disinfection.
Learning Outcome: By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Agriculture and Nutrition knowledge, skill, values and reflection related to Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: practical disinfection..
Reflection: Most learners were able to carry out the practical agriculture or nutrition task and explain its importance in daily life. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles: practical disinfection. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.