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WK TOPIC/ SUB- GENERAL CONTENT ACTIVITIES RESOURCES EVALUATION

TOPIC OBJECTIVES STRATEGY

1. Multiplying For pupils to 2x1=2 or 1 group of two Creating groups of two. Multiplication Paper and
by 2 understand 2x2=4 or 2 groups of two Writing number sentences for Cards Pencil Test
and become 2x3=6 or 3 groups of two each group created. Multiplication Games
Identifying patterns. sentences Quiz
familiar with 2
Making the multiplication tables
times tables. for 2 times table.
Using the table to reinforce facts
for 2 times tables.

1. Multiplying For pupils to Multiplication Chart for 3 times tables Creating groups of three. Multiplication Paper and
by 3 utilize body e.g. Writing number sentences for Cards Pencil Test
parts to 3x1=3 or 1 group of three each group created. Multiplication Games
3x2=6 or 2 groups of three Identifying patterns. sentences Quiz
decipher
Building up multiplication tables
answers for 3 for 3 times.
times tables. Identifying relationships on
multiplication chart.

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2. Multiplying For pupils to 4x1=4 or 1group of four Creating groups of four. Multiplication Paper and
by 4 be use 4x2=8 or 2 groups of four Writing number sentences for Cards Pencil Test
patterns to 4x3=12 or 3 groups of four each group created. Multiplication Games
derive 4 times Identifying patterns. sentences Quiz
table and Recalling multiplication tables for
show the 4 times table.
inverse Recognizing that multiplication is
relationship. the inverse of division

2. Multiplying For pupils to 5x1=5 or I group of five Creating groups of five. Multiplication Paper and
by 5 be acquainted 5x2=10 or 2 groups of five Writing number sentences for Cards Pencil Test
with number 5x3=15 or 3 groups of five each group created. Multiplication Games
5x4=20 or 4 groups of five Identifying patterns. sentences Quiz
line approach
5x5=25 or 5 groups of five Making a multiplication Chart for
to knowing 5 5 times table.
times table. Using the table to reinforce
facts.
Recalling basic multiplication
facts.

2. Multiplication Pupils will: 5x1= is the same as 1+1+1+1+1= Using small objects to make Small objects Drills
Tables 5x2= groups of 5.

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Multiply by 5 -Know 5 times .…x3=15 Number Line

tables. 5x….=20 Writing multiplication sentences.
-Understand Counters
that
multiplication
is repeated
addition.

3. Multiplying For pupils to 6x1=6 or 1 group of six Creating groups of six. Multiplication Paper and
by 6 recognize and 6x2=12 or 2 groups of six Writing number sentences for Cards Pencil Test
build up 6x3=18 or 3 groups of six each group created. Multiplication Games
Identifying patterns. sentences Quiz
multiplication
Using small object to make
table for 6 groups to show multiplication.
times. Making the multiplication chart
or grid.

3. Multiply by 6 Pupils will 6x1=6 Making multiplication chart Multiplication Quiz

understand 6x2=12 Building up multiplication facts Chart
how to build 6 6x3=….. -Identifying patterns.
times tables. 6x4=…..
6x5=…..

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3. Multiplying For pupils will Multiplication facts. Multiplication Creating groups of seven. Multiplication Paper and
by 7 build up table for 7 times Writing number sentences for Cards Pencil Test
multiplication 7x1=7 or 1 group of seven 7x2=14 or each group created. Multiplication Games
2 groups of seven Identifying patterns. sentences Quiz
table for 7
Making the multiplication chart
times. using the table to reinforce facts
for 7 times table.

3. Multiply by 7 Pupils will What is 7 times 5? Repeating 7 times table. Multiplication Games
7 Times recognize that Using the multiplication facts. Chart
2
Multiplication multiplication Completing, matching formulate
Table table need to 5 49
tables.
b memorized.
14

4. Multiplying For pupils to Multiplication facts multiplication chart Creating groups of eight. Multiplication Paper and
by 8 build up for 8 times Writing number sentences for Cards Pencil Test
multiplication 8x1=8 or 1 group of eight 8x2=16 or each group created. Multiplication Games
2groups of eight Identifying patterns. sentences Quiz
table for 8
Building up multiplication tables
times. by identifying patterns and
relationships of multiplication
facts.
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4. 8 Times Pupils will 1. what is the product of 8 and 4? Building up 8 times multiplication Multiplication Group work
Multiplication become 8x = 24 Tables Games
Table familiar with Identifying patterns and
multiplying by 2. Double 8 relationship.
8. Recite 8 times tables
3. How many 8s are there in 48? Completing exercise based on
tables.

4. Multiplying For pupils to Multiplication facts. Multiplication Creating groups of nine. Multiplication Paper and
by 9 become chart for 9 time Writing number sentences for sentences Pencil Test
familiar with 9 9x1=9 or 1 group of nine each group created. Games
9x2=18 or 2 groups of nine Identifying patterns. Quiz
times tables.
9x3 or 3 groups of nine Making the multiplication grid for
9 times table.
Using the table to reinforce fact.

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4. Multiplying Pupils will Making multiplication grid. Multiplication Quiz

by 9 become X 9 Using grid to re-enforce facts. Grid
familiar with 9 0 0 Record the counts using repeated Games
1 9 addition.
times table.
2 18
3 27
4 36
5. Multiplying For pupils to Zero multiplied by any number is zero. Creating randomly groups of zero Multiplication Quiz
from 1-10 recognize and E.g. using given numbers. Cards
use zero 0x4=0 Writing number sentences for Multiplication
0x7=0 each group created. sentences
properly. 3x0=0 Identifying patterns.
Identifying patterns and
relationships in multiplication
table.
Multiplying zero by any number.

5. Multiplying For pupils to One multiplied by any number is the Creating groups of one. Multiplication Answer
from 1-10 recognize the number itself. Writing number sentences for Table. Questions
properly for E.g. 1x5=5 each group created.
8x1=8 Identifying patterns.
one.
Observing multiplication tables.
Identifying the patterns of
multiplying by 1.

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5. Multiplication Pupils will be When multiplying by 10 shift the Using abacus to show multiplying Abacus Paper and
facts for 10 aware of how number in the ones place one place to by 10 Let’s Do pencil test
times to build up 10 the left. Discussing rules Mathematics
HTO H T O Noting patterns Book 4 page
times.
43
Multiplication
chart
5. Multiplying Pupils will 11 x 1 = Recalling multiplication facts and Number Quiz
by 11 understand 11 x 2 = noting patterns Cards
the 11 x 3 = Creating a game
11 x 4 = Making multiplication chart Multiplication
multiplication
11 x 5 = Chart
facts of 11
times table.

6. The Pupils will The order is which two numbers are Creating back to front groups of Multiplication Paper and
commutative recognize the multiplied does not alter the answer two different types of numbers. Cards Pencil Test
Property commutative i.e. Writing number sentences for Multiplication Games
2x4=8 each group created. sentences Quiz
properly in
4x2=8 Identifying patterns.
multiplication. Recalling multiplication facts.

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Noting that the order in which

two numbers are multiplied does
not change the answer

6. Repeated For pupils to 2+2+2+2=8 Creating groups of two’s; three’s Multiplication Paper and
Addition discover that 4x2=8 four’s etc. Cards Pencil Test
repeated 4x2= +2 Writing number sentences for Multiplication Games
each group created. sentences Quiz
addition is
Linking each group with its
related to multiplication sentences
multiplication. Writing repeated addition
sentences as multiplication
tables.

7. Multiplication Pupils will 12 times Building up 12 times tables Small Objects Drills
by 12 know how to Writing multiplication sentences Multiplication
multiply by 12. 1 60 Matching multiplication facts Chart Games
2 48 Steps to
Common
12
3 Entrance
Book 2

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7. Inverse For pupils to Multiplication and division are inverse Examining multiplication Multiplication Paper and
relation recognize the operations. E.g. sentences and using these Cards Pencil Test
between inverse 10-2=5 sentences to formulate inverse Multiplication Games
10-5=2 operations sentences Quiz
multiplication relationship
Writing number sentences for Division
and division. between each inverse operation.
multiplication Identifying patterns.
and division. Solving simple multiplication and
division problems involving the
basic facts for up to 9 times
tables.

8. Measurement Pupils will be 1cm = 10mm Using rulers to find answers. Ruler Group work
Length aware of the 2cm = 20mm Discussing and noting pattern. Let’s Do
(mm and cm) conversion of 3cm = 30mm Making conversion table for Mathematics
5cm = mm length. Book 4
centimeter to
Writing number sentences. Pages 97 and
millimetre 98

8. Measurement Pupils will 40mm = 4 cm Using rulers to create a table and Ruler Group work
recall and use find answers.
50mm = 5cm Let’s Do Paper and
the
Discussing and writing number Mathematics pencil test
Length understanding 70mm = 7 cm
sentences.
of the Oral Work
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(mm and cm) conversion of 90mm = 9cm Using rulers to find answers. Book 4
millimeter to
1cm = 10mm Pages 97 and
centimeter.
98
2cm = 20mm

GRADE FOUR – TABLES

WK Topic/ Sub- General Content Activities Resources Evaluation

Topic Objectives Strategies

9. Addition For pupils to Addition Table Using concrete materials to Concrete Oral Work
Facts know the add numbers. materials,
+ 0 4 5 7 10 13 Written
correct steps e.g. cork,
Memorizing facts from Work
for addition 3 7 bricks.
addition tables.
Group Work
5 18 Addition
Examining tables and finding
table Games
7 17 patterns.

9 9 Discussing these patterns.

10. Inverse For pupils to 4+5=9 Using concrete materials to Counters Oral Work
Operations of recognise that add and subtract.
9–4=5 Written
Addition and addition and
Writing number sentences Work
Subtraction subtraction 9–5=4
to show the inverse
are inverse Group Work
relationship of addition and
relations.
subtraction. Puzzle

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11. Multiplication For pupils to 2x1=2 3x1=3 Making the multiplication Multiplication Oral Work
Facts recall table grid. chart.
2x2=4 3x2=6 Written
multiplication
Using the table to reinforce Work
tables 2, 3, 4 4x1=4 5x1=5
facts for 2, 3, 4 and 5 times
and 5. Group Work
4x 2 = 8 5 x 2 = 10 tables.
Quiz
4 x 3 = 12 5 x 3 = 15
Identifying patterns and
relationship in
multiplication.

12. Multiplication For pupils to 6x1=6 Making multiplication tables. Multiplication Group Work
Facts build up table (grid)
6 x 2 = 12 Identifying patterns and Oral Work
multiplication
relationships in Counters
tables 6 and 7 6x3= Number
multiplication table.
times. games
6x4=
Counting in sets e.g. 6, 12,
__, ___.

13. Assessment

14. Review of
Assessment

15. Multiplication For pupils to 8 Times Recalling multiplication Multiplication Group Work
Facts build up tables. chart
1 80 Oral Work
multiplication
Repeated Building up tables. Small objects
4 96 Quiz
Addition of

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10 and 11 tables for 8 6 8 Matching and completing Number Paper and

Times Tables and 9 times. multiplication sentences. cards pencil test
10 48
For pupils to Discussing how the table is Small objects
12 32
know that built up.
multiplication 2+2+2+2=8
Writing repeated addition
is repeated
4x2=8 sentences as multiplication
addition.
sentences and vice versa.
4x2= +2
Examining number
sentences and finding
patterns.

16. Table of For pupils to 60 seconds = 1 minute Discussing table of time. Clocks Group Work
Time. differentiate
60 minutes = 1 hour Converting time. Measuring Watches Oral Work
between the
time.
measurement 24 hours = 1 day Calendar Games
of time. Completing time.
7 days = 1 month Quiz

17. Decimal Pupils will Using cardboard cut-outs Cardboard Games

Tables know the Decimal Fraction and decimal place value to cut-outs
conversion of 0.7 find answers.
Discussing and observing Place value
decimals to 0.99 patterns chart
fractions and Converting decimals to
vice versa. 3.69 3 Caribbean
fractions and vice-versa.
Primary
Mathematics
Level 4

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Pages 103 to
105

18 Decimal
Tables
continued

19 Examination

20 Review of
Examination

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WK TOPIC/ GENERAL CONTENT ACTIVITY RESOURCE EVALUATION

SUB-TOPIC OBJECTIVE STRATEGY

1. Basic Number For pupils to Addition facts to 100 eg. Using concrete materials Addition Project
Facts for recognize the 0+4=4 and the addition table to table
Addition commutative 5+4=9 memorize facts. Let’s Do
property of 4+5=9 Examining tables and Mathematics
Addition of addition. finding patterns. Book 4 p 10
Numbers up to Using expanding & 11
five digits For pupils to 2137= 2000 + 100 + 30 + 7 notation to show
understand addition of 2, 3, 4 and 5 Magic
the steps used 4626= 4000 + 600 + 20 + 6 digit numbers without Squares
regrouping with Addition
to add sets of
regrouping in the 10, Tables
numbers up 100 and 1000 only. Let’s Do
to five digits Showing addition Mathematics
without and without showing the Book 4 Pg.
with expanded notation. and 2.
regrouping in
either vertical
or horizontal
form.

1. Addition of For pupils to Jane had 16 oranges, John had 28 oranges Reading problems. Caribbean Quiz
numbers up to know how to and Sam had none. How many oranges did Discussing the problems. Primary
4 digits. solve simple they have altogether? Naming the two parts of Mathematics
1-step and 2- C- CIRCLE KEY NUMBERS a problem - telling and Level 4 Pg. 52
step problems U- UNDERLINE IMPORTANT WORDS asking part. & 25
involving B -BOX CLUE WORDS Small objects
addition. E- ERADICATE UNWANTED DATA
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S- SOLVE PROBLEM Reading and discussing

R- READ CAREFULLY the CUBES / RIDOTS
I-IDENTIFYANY KEY WORDS AND BOX THEM strategy
IN Observing these
D-DETERMINE WHAT YOU NEED TO FIND strategies
OUT demonstration. Discuss
O-OMIT UNNECESSARY DETAILS how it is used.
T-TRANSLATE WORDS INTO EQUATION Modeling the use of
S- SOLVE THE PROBLEM. both.
Observing how to use
diagram to depict
problem
Utilizing this approach to
present and solve
problem
Grouping learners and
having them use the
approach which they
find ease solving.
Having them share their
understanding of the
different approaches
with others.
Using concrete materials
and diagrams to solve
simple addition
problems.
2. Basic Number For pupils to Subtraction facts to 100 Using concrete materials Let’s Do Folder
facts for recognize the Eg. 5 – 0 = 5 and the subtraction Mathematics
Subtraction commutative 9 – 4 =5 table to memorize facts. Book 4 p 11
property of 9 – 5 =4 Examining tables and and 12
Subtraction subtraction. finding patterns.

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49= 4 tens 9 ones Using expanded Subtraction

-25= 2 tens 5 ones Notation to show table Small
Basic Number For pupils to 24= 2 tens 4 ones subtraction of 2, 3, 4, objects
Facts for understand = 24 and 5 digit numbers
Subtraction stages involve Regrouping in the ones only without regrouping. Concrete
Subtraction of in subtracting 56= 45 tens 9 ones Regrouping in the ones Materials
numbers of to sets of -29= 2 tens 9 ones only, with regrouping in Let’s Do
five digits numbers up 27= 2 tens 7 ones the 10, 100 and 1000 Mathematics
to five digits = 27 only. Bk 4 Pages 2
without and Subtraction without
and 3
with showing the expanded
regrouping in notation.
either vertical
or horizontal
form.

2. Subtraction of For pupils to Subtraction Terms subtract, minus, Examining the meaning Caribbean Repeatable
numbers up to understand difference, less than, take, how many of subtraction Primary Testing
5 digits how to solve remain, from 99 take 44 Demonstrating the term Mathematics
simple one Alicia subtracted a number from 5000 and in role play BK. 4 Pg. 58
and 2 – step got an answer of 1852. What was the using strategies to 63, 27
problems number she subtracted previously taught to
involving examine and strategize
subtraction for problems resolution
Reading problems and
working them out
mentally.
Writing number
sentences to help solve
given problems.

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Interpreting problems
and sowing how to solve
them.
Using concrete materials
and diagrams to solve
simple subtraction
problems
3. Multiplication For pupils will Multiplication by 2-and 3 – digit numbers Reviewing zero as Abacus Portfolio
Multiply by know how to including multiples of 10, 100, 1000 identity number of Place value
multiples of 10 multiply 2 – Eg. 10 x 2 =20 Identifying patterns in chart
and 3-digit 20 x 2 =40 multiplication of 2 digit Multiplication
numbers by 30 x 3 =90 numbers by 2 digit chart
10; multiples 20 x 100 =200 numbers and multiples Let’s Do
of 10 up to 40 x 10 =400 of 10 up to 100 through Mathematics
1000 and discussion. book 4 pg 86
other 2 digit When you multiply by 10
numbers. the number moves one
place to the right.

4. Solids Name For pupils to Solids-cubes, cuboids, cylinders, cones and Playing with given solids Objects Practical
Solid shapes recognize sphere e.g. toothpaste boxes, Nets of Solids Work
Properties of simple solids Properties of Solids marbles, tissue rolls. Solid shapes Presentation
Solid Shapes For pupils to Surfaces, Edges and Vertices Grouping solids Let’s Do
know the A vertex is the point where two or more according to shape. mathematics
number of edges meet. Feel and count corners, Bk 4 pages
edges, surfaces and edges. 16, 19, 30-31
surfaces and Identifying and naming Solid Shapes
vertices and the simple solids. Let’s Do
describe the Cutting and opening and Mathematics
nature of refitting solids.

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these Observe nets of solids. Bk 4 pgs. 30

properties of Make models of solids. and 31
the simple Sorting simple solids
solids according to the number
of surfaces, edges and
vertices.
Demonstrating what are
surfaces and edges using
solids. Recording
the number and nature
of the surfaces and
edges of solids on a
table.

5. Solids: Name For pupils to Solids-cubes, cuboids, cylinders, cones and Playing with given solids Objects Practical
Solid shapes; recognize sphere e.g. toothpaste boxes, Nets of Solids Work
Properties of simple solids Properties of Solids marbles, tissue rolls. Solid shapes Presentation
Solid Shapes For pupils to Surfaces, Edges and Vertices Grouping solids Let’s Do
know the A vertex is the point where two or more according to shape. mathematics
number of edges meet. Feel and count corners, Bk 4 pages
edges, surfaces and edges. 16, 19, 30-31
surfaces and Identifying and naming Solid Shapes
vertices and the simple solids. Let’s Do
describe the Cutting and opening and Mathematics
nature of refitting solids. Bk 4 pgs 30
these Observe nets of solids. and 31
properties of Make models of solids.
the simple Sorting simple solids
solids according to the number
of surfaces, edges and
vertices.
Demonstrating what are
surfaces and edges using
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solids. Recording
the number and nature
of the surfaces and
edges of solids on a
table.
6. Multiplication For pupils to: Multiplication up to four digit numbers. Exploring with Let’s Do Pencil and
of up to 4- multiplication paper test
Know how to Mathematics
digit Numbers. 2345--------- multiplicand vocabulary
multiply up to Bk. 4
four digit x 12----------- multiplier Multiply 2, 3, and 4 digit
numbers by numbers by multiples of
28140--------- product p.p82, to 86
10, 100, and ten up to 1000.
1000. and 95.
Operation Terms Meanings Using expanded notation
Understand and distributive property
Multiplication Multiplicand Number Counters
how to find to multiply 2, 3, and 4
the product of which is digit numbers by 2-digit
up to four multiplied numbers.
digit by another
multiplicand Multiply 2, 3, and 4 digit
number numbers by 2-digit
by up to two
digit numbers without
Multiplier Number showing expanded
multipliers.
with which notation.
multiply is
called the
multiplier
Product Product is
the result
of
multiplying.

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7. Multiplication For pupils will Multiplication up to 4 digit numbers. Making 2 groups of four Let’s Do Project
Multiply up to know how to Th H T O ones. Mathematics Games
four digit multiply four 1 2 3 4 Adding the 2 groups of 4 Book4 pgs
numbers digit numbers 1 2 ones 82,83,85,86
by 2-digit ____________ Making 2 groups of 3 and 95.
numbers by 45 x 25 tens.
100 and by = (40+5) x 25 Adding the 2 groups of 3
1000. = (40x20)+ (40x5) +(5x 20)+ (5x5 tens.
800+200+100+25=1125 Identifying patterns.
293 x 4 (200+ 90 +3) x 4 Using expanded notation
and the distributive
property to multiply 2-
,3-, and 4 digit by 2- digit
numbers.
Multiplying 2-, 3-, and 4
digit numbers by 2 digit
numbers and by 1 digit
number without
showing the expanded
notation.

8. Standard and For pupils to: Non - standard measurement of lengths of Estimating lengths of Metre strip Answer
non-standard differentiate objects using hand span, arm’s length, etc. objects around the class questions
measurement. between room. Centimeter
standard and The standard unit of measurement is the Using standard and non- rule Quiz
non-standard centimetre and the metre. standard units of
measurement. Long lengths are measured in metres. Short measurement to Shapes Paper and
-know how to lengths are measured in centimeters. measure objects around pencil test.
measure and the class room. Objects in the
estimate. One metre is the same as 100 centimetres in Making metre strip. class room Measuring
length.

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- know the Using metre strip to Straws

importance of measure lengths of
standard objects and record. Let’s Do
measurement. Naming lengths that can Mathematics
-recognize the be measured in m Bk.4 Pg.97
metre and
8. Conversion of For pupils to 10 millimetre = 1 centimetre Reading conversion Primary Quiz
measurement. know how to 100 cm = 1 m table. Mathematics.
convert Memorizing conversion Bk.4 Take home
millimeter to 40 mm = ___ cm table. assignment
centimeter 40/10 = 4 cm Multiplying. Conversion
and vice versa. Dividing. table. Questions
For pupils to 3 cm = ___ mm
convert 3x10 = 30 mm
centimeter to
metre and vice
versa.
For pupils to
know how to
apply concept
to practical
situations.
8. Measurement. For pupils to Measurement of length of objects using non Discussing non standard Let’s Do Quiz
Standard and solve simple standard units e.g. of non standard units are measurement. Mathematics Games.
non standard. worded hand spans, drinking straws, etc. Estimating answers. Bk.4
problems Standard units- cm and m. Checking answers. Pages. 114-
using the four Tom’s height is 150cm. John height is 128cm. Observing non standard 2a
operations. What is the difference in their height? measurements. 115-
Reading problems. 2e

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If John takes 14 steps to the cupboard. How Making up simple Page 25- No.
many steps will he take to go and come? problems. 1-3
Interpreting problems. Page 27- No.
Solving simple problems 3
which involve the four
operations.

8. Conversion. For pupils to John has a length of string measuring 40mm. Estimating lengths of Ruler Paper and
mm to cm and understand what is the length of string in cm? various objects. pencil test
vice – versa. how to solve Discussing the Oral and
simple worded relationship between written
problems the centimeter and the assessment.
involving the millimeter.
conversion of Reading and interpreting
millimeter to problems.
centimeter Discussing worded
and vice – problems and showing
versa. the comparison by
finding answers.
9. Basic For pupils to Divide -To split into equal parts or groups. Dividing numbers up to Caribbean Quiz
Operations understand four digits. Primary
Find the quotient with remainder. Paper and
how to divide Mathematics
- Division of 6,743 ÷ 4 7,685 ÷ 2 Using a repeated pencil test
up to 4-digit Bk. 4 Pgs. 64
up to 4-digit subtraction algorithm to
numbers by 1-
numbers by 1- Find the quotient. division. Basic facts
digit with and
digit numbers 5,236 ÷ 2 1,204 ÷ 7
without Dividing up to 4 digit Lets Do
with and
regrouping. Find the quotient. numbers by 1 digit Mathematics

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without 932 ÷ 4 168 ÷ 8 numbers without Bk 4 pages

regrouping. regrouping. 113 and 114.
Find the quotient with remainder.

647 ÷ 4 791 ÷ 6 Caribbean

Primary
Find the quotient. Mathematics
90 ÷ 5 84 ÷ 7 51 ÷ 3 Level 4 Pages
72-75.
Find the quotient with remainder.
Steps to
55 ÷ 4 99 ÷ 5 82 ÷ 7
Common
Entrance
Mathematics
Bk 2
Small objects.

9. Division of 4- For pupils will Division of up to 4-digit numbers by 2-digit Using concrete materials Basic facts Portfolio
digit numbers understand numbers. eg. 9 to solve simple division Let’s Do Games
how to divide 5) 45 problems. Mathematics
up to 4-digit -5-1 Using a repeated Bk 4 pages
by 1-digit 40 subtraction algorithm to 113 and 114.
numbers -5-2 division. Caribbean
without and 35 Using expanded notation Primary
with -5-3 to divide up to 4 digit Mathematics
remainders. 30 numbers by 1 digit Level 4 Pages
-5-4 numbers without 72-75.
25 regrouping and no
-5-5 remands
Using the Japanese
method to solve division

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10. Averages of 2 For pupils to When finding average Using concrete materials Small Objects Group
and 3 know the Add all the numerals to find the sum. to make equal amounts Let’s Do Assignment
quantities. concept of Divide the sum by the number of numerals from unequal amounts Mathematics
averages and added by shifting parts of these Bk 4 pages
the average of The answer is the average sets until they are equal. 147-149
2 and 3 Making equal piles 2 or 3
quantities. unequal piles and
discussing the situation.
Finding averages of 2 or
3 quantities from real
situations by pooling
together the quantities
and then redistributing
these pooled quantities
so that each share has
the same amount.
Discussing the
computation involved in
finding averages.

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Wk. Topic/ General Content Activities Resources Evaluation
Sub-Topic Objective Strategy
10. Fractional Pupils will: A fraction is part of a Folding geometrical cut Let’s Do Research
parts. Know fractional whole. outs to show fractional Mathematics Bk.4
parts of wholes. 1/2 1/8 1/6 are all parts 1/2, 1/4, 1/8. Pgs. 56-57 Take home
Know how to fractional parts of a whole. Dividing objects into 99-100. assignment
shade. specific fraction
Know how to Primary Role play
group to find Shading and labeling parts Mathematics.
fractional parts of wholes to show halves, Bk.4 Pg. 36-37 Quiz
This shape is divided into 3
of sets. quarters, eights and
equal parts. 1 of the 3 equal
sixteenths. Paper and pencil
parts is shaded. We say one
test.
third is shaded. We write
Grouping objects to show
1/3 is shaded.
fractional parts of sets.
1 numerator
3 denominator
Fractional parts of sets.
1/2 of 1/8 = 4

10. Lowest For pupils to LCM means Lowest Stating the meaning of Primary Research
Common understand the common multiples. LCM. Mathematics. Bk.4
Multiples. concept of LCM. Multiplying to list multiples Pg.81 Quiz
(L.C.M) The multiples of a number Skip counting to find
For pupils to are found by multiplying multiples Take home
know how to that number by 1, 2, 3, … assignment
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multiply to find Multiples of 3= 3, 6, 9, Repeated addition. New Common
multiples. Entrance
Listing the multiples of Mathematics. Pg35
given numbers.
10. Lowest For pupils to What is the L.C.M. of 3, 4 Reading problem. Caribbean Primary Quiz
Common find the L.C.M. and 6? Discussing the problem. Mathematics. Level Group work
Multiples of 2 and 3 Multiples of 3= 3, 6, 9, 12, Using multiplication tables 4 Pages 29, 30, 77 Discussion.
numbers. 15, … to find multiples and and 81.
Multiples of 4= 4, 8, 12, 16, choosing the lowest Multiplication
20, … common multiples. chart.
Multiples of 6= 6, 12, 18,24, Solving simple L.C.M.
… problems.
L.C.M. of 3, 4 and 6= 12
10. Averages of 2 For pupils to Mr. Singh purchased 34 Researching the term Let’s Do Repeatable
and 3 know and follow litres of petrol in May and average. Mathematics BK. 4 Testing
quantities procedure to 26 liters in June. On average Exploring circumstances Pgs. 147-149
how many liters did he buy and situations where this
solve simple
each month term is heard and executed
problems Demonstration; lining five e.g. scores, marks etc
involving pupils up by height or size Using demonstrations to
averages of 2 from shortest or smallest to find average
and3 quantities tallest locating the middle Using concrete materials to
share objects equally.
person measuring their
Discussing and interpreting
height or weight or their
problems of averages.
size .
Identifying steps in finding
the averages of 2 and 3
quantities.

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11. Addition and Pupils will know Addition and subtraction of Using congruent strips of Let’s Do Group work
subtraction of how to add and fractions with like cardboard to show given Mathematics. Bk.4
fractions with subtract
denominators. fractions with like Pg.72-77 Take home
like fractions with
denominator. like denominators e.g. 134-135 assignment
denominators. One strip showing 1/8 Steps to Common
2/4 1/4 shaded and the other 3/8. Entrance Paper and pencil
Mathematics. Bk.2 test.
Add the shaded parts
59-64-73
=
3/4
3/8 + 2/8= 5/8 Using the number line to
add fractions with like
denominators.
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
11. Addition and For pupils to Anil spent 3/8 of his money. Reading and Let’s Do Quiz
subtraction of solve problems Then he spent 2/8 of it. Discussing the problems. Mathematics Bk.4 Discussion
fractions with with like How much did he spend Using strips of cardboard to Pages 75 and 77 Game
like denominators altogether? show given fractions. Caribbean Primary Group work
denominators. involving What fraction of the money Adding and subtracting the Mathematics Level Take home
addition and was left? numerators. 4 Pg. 80 assignment.
subtraction. Using the number line to Number line
solve problems
12. Addition of For pupils to Addition of fractions with Using the fractional chart to Steps to Common Paper and pencil
fractions with know how to unlike denominators. find equivalent fraction. Entrance. Pg.51 test.
unlike add fractions 1/4 + 1/8 Adding fractions within a Quiz
with unlike = 2/8 + 1/8 = 3/8 family. Take home
denominators.
denominators. Adding fractions. assignment.
1/4 + 1/8
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For pupils to =2+1
show interest in 8
Activities. =3/8
12. Addition of For pupils to A man walked 5/8 km and Using fractional charts to Caribbean Primary Group work
fractions with solve simple jogged for 1/2 km. how far find equivalent fractions. Mathematics. Level Games
unlike problems did he travelled altogether? Adding fractions within a 4 Pg. 81 Oral
involving presentation.
denominators. family using strips of Fractional chart
addition of
fractions with cardboard. cardboard
unlike Writing number sentences
denominators. to show these additions.
Solving problems.
13. Assessment
14. Subtraction of For pupils to Subtraction of fractions Using fractional chart to Steps to common Paper and pencil
fractions with know how to with unlike denominators. find equivalent fraction. entrance Pg.51 test
unlike subtract 3/5 – 2/10 Subtracting fractions within Quiz
denominators. fractions with =6–2 the family. Let’s Do Take home
unlike 10 Writing number sentences Mathematics. Bk.4 assignment.
denominators. = 4/10 = 2/5 to show
These fractions.
Subtracting fractions
14. Subtraction of For pupils to Mr. James had 6/8 cup of Using fractional charts to Caribbean Primary Discussion
fractions with understand how sugar. He used 2/4 to bake find equivalent fractions. Mathematics. Level Group work
unlike to solve simple a cake. How much sugar did Subtracting fractions within 4. Pg. 81 Quiz.
denominators. problems he have left? a family.
involving Writing number sentences
subtraction of to show these fractions.
fractions with
unlike
denominators.

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14. Subtraction of For pupils to Robert bought 5 1/2 dozen Reading and interpreting Caribbean Primary Oral and written
mixed understand how eggs. He sold 4 1/2 dozen. problems. Mathematics. Level exercise.
numbers with to subtract How many eggs does he Writing number sentences 4. Pg. 83 Quiz.
like and unlike mixed numbers have left? to show the subtraction.
denominators. with like and Using diagrams to solve the
unlike number sentences.
denominators.
15. Addition of For pupils to: Using diagrams to show Let’s Do Paper and pencil
mixed understand mixed numbers. Mathematics. Bk.4 test
numbers with what are mixed 1 3/8 + 2 1/8 Using concrete materials to Pg. 144-146
like and unlike numbers. add and subtract mixed Games
denominators. - know how to = numbers with like Steps to Common
add mixed denominators. Entrance. Pg.51 Take home
numbers with 1 + 2 + 3/8 + 1/8 Adding mixed numbers. assignments.
like = 3 and 4/8 Making fractions equivalent
denominators. = 3 4/8 = 3 1/2 before adding and
- know how to subtracting.
add mixed Cutting shapes to show
numbers with given fractions.
unlike Using cut outs to add and
denominators. subtract.
Subtracting mixed numbers
with like and unlike
denominators.
15. Addition of For pupils to Doug worked 3 5/8 hours in Reading problems. Caribbean Primary Oral and written
mixed add simple the morning and 2 1/8 Discussing the problems. Mathematics. Level exercise.
numbers with problems hours in the evening. How Using diagrams to solve 4. Pg. 82 Project
like and unlike involving mixed much time did he spend simple addition problems. Paper and pencil
denominators. numbers with working altogether? test.
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like and unlike
denominators.
16. Subtraction of For pupils to 2 4/5 – 1 2/5 Using diagrams to show Let’s Do Paper and pencil
mixed know how to = (2-1) + (4/5- 2/5) mixed numbers. Mathematics. Bk.4 test
numbers with subtract mixed =1 + 2/5 Using concrete materials to Pg. 144-146
like numbers with = 1 2/5 add and subtract mixed Games
denominators. like numbers with like Steps to Common
-unlike denominators. 3 7/8 – 1 3/4 denominators. Entrance. Pg.51 Take home
denominators = 3 7/8 – 1 6/8 Adding mixed numbers. assignments.
For pupils to =(3-1) + (7/8 - 6/8) Making fractions equivalent
complete =2 + 1/8 = 2 1/8 before adding and
subtraction subtracting.
mixed numbers Cutting shapes to show
with unlike given fractions.
denominators Using cut outs to add and
subtract.
Subtracting mixed numbers
with like and unlike
denominators.
17. Addition of For pupils to 0.7 + 0.6 = Reviewing decimal place Mathematics for Paper and pencil
decimal understand the value chart primary school. test
tenths. concept of 0.7 Inserting decimal numbers Bk.4 Pg.106
decimals. 0.6 on chart Quiz
Pupils will know 1.3 Using the number line to New Common
how to add add decimal numbers Entrance Assignments
decimal tenths. Mathematics.
Pg.65-66

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18. Subtraction of For pupils to be 3.8 – 0.7 Reviewing decimal place Mathematics for Paper and pencil
decimal familiar with the value chart primary school. test
tenths. process to 3.8 Inserting decimal numbers Bk.4 Pg.106
subtract -0.7 on chart Quiz
decimal tenths. 3.1 Using the number line to New Common
subtract decimal numbers Entrance Assignments.
For pupils to Mathematics.
appreciate Pg.65-66
adding and
subtracting
decimal tenths.

GRADE FOUR – MECHANICAL

WK Topic/ Sub- General Content Activities Resources Evaluation
Topic Objectives Strategies
16. Area For pupils to The area is the space occupied by a shape. Defining the term area. Let’s Do Written
understand Mathematics exercises
Area of Plane how to find Area is measured in squared units. Cutting squares. bk 4 pg 126,
Shapes area of a 127 Group Work
The formula for area is Length X Width Filling spaces with
regular shape. squares. Games
Shapes chart
For pupils to Counting squares to find
know to use area.
the formula to
find area of a Identifying examples of
regular shape. plane shapes.

Naming plane shapes.

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Using the formula to
calculate area of regular
plane shapes.

16. Area of plane For pupils to The area is the amount of space occupied Use coloured rubber Geo board Oral work
shapes have an by a shape. bands to make regular
understanding and irregular shapes on a Rubber band Questioning
of area. Area is measured in square units. geo board. Cut out of Group work
For pupils to Find the area. Count the number of squares and
rectangles. Oral
find the area squares and half squares presentation
of irregular in the shapes. Primary
and regular Mathematics Paper and
shapes. Find the area of shapes pencil test
made on the geo board Bk. 4 Pg. 135
by counting the number Let’s Do Take home
1 block represents 1cm2 of squares. assignments
Mathematics
Area of regular shapes Place given cutouts of Bk. 4 Pgs.
shapes such as squares 126 - 128
A = length x width
and rectangles to find the
area in square units.

17. Graphs: Tally For pupils to Tally Charts Constructing and reading Let’s Do Paper and
charts and appreciate tally charts and tables. Mathematics pencil test
1 tally means 1
tables. that data can Bk.4 Pgs. 116
Conducting survey to Survey
be presented 1111 = 5 tallies means 5 - 119
gather data.
in many ways. Take home
Number of bicycles sold during the month
Show information on assignment
For pupils to of June
tally charts.
place tallies in Collecting
groups and Type of Tally
data group
read bicycle
work
information
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from tally Black 1111
charts. 111111111111

For pupils to Red 11111111

conduct
survey and 1. How many of each type of bicycle was
construct tally sold in the month.
charts to show
information.

17. Graphs For pupils to Constructing and reading Let’s Do Paper and
solve tally charts and tables Mathematics pencil test
Tally charts
problems Conducting survey to Bk.4 Pgs. 116
and tables. Survey
involving the gather data. – 119
tally charts Take home
and tables Representing information Tally Charts
on tally charts. assignment
Data
Observing tally charts Collecting
carefully. data group
work
Interpreting tally graphs
correctly.

Analyzing data given/

collected.

Devising a plan and

discussing steps.

Solving and checking

answers.

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17. Graphs For pupils to Information is shown on the bar graph as Collect data and display Let’s Do Paper and
read and a series of bars. The bars can be vertical or information on simple Mathematics pencil test
Pictographs interpret
and Bar horizontal. If the bars are vertical, pictograph and bar Bk. 4 Pg. 118
information on Games
graphs. amounts represented by each bar are read graphs.
given Primary
pictographs from the vertical axis. Quiz
Read and interpret data Mathematics
and bar
The data represented by each bar is on simple pictograph and Bk.4 Pgs. 113 Take home
graphs.
shown on the horizontal axis. bar graph. – 115 assignment
For pupils to
appreciate Read and interpret data Primary
that data can on pictograph and bar
Mathematics
be used to graph where a single
gain Bk.4 Pgs. 127
picture represents more
information. – 131
than one object.
Checkered
line paper

18. Graphs For pupils to Read and interpret pictograph, bar graph Reading and interpreting Let’s Do Oral and
understand and pie chart. data. Mathematics written
Pictograph
how to read Bk. 4 Pg. 125 exercises
and Bar graph Constructing and reading
and answer
pictographs and bar
questions from
graphs.
graphs.
Conducting survey to
gather data.

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Representing information
on bar graphs and
pictographs.

Observing bar graphs and

pictographs charts
carefully.

Interpreting bar graphs

and pictographs
correctly.

Analyzing data given/

collected.

Devising a plan and

discussing steps.

Solving and checking

answers.

Using given information

to answer questions.

19. Annual For pupils to Answering questions based on topics done Reading and answering Test script Annual
Examination answer during the term. questions Examination
questions

20. Review of For pupils to Answering questions on exams papers Discussing questions Resource Oral Work
Annual discuss ideas completed Sample of
Examination on topic done pupils’ work

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for
Assessment

GRADE FOUR – PROBLEM SOLVING

WK TOPIC/SUB- GENERAL CONTENT ACTIVITIES RESOURCES EVALUATION
TOPIC OBJECTIVE STRATEGY
1 Sets Identify For pupils to Name this set Sorting a mixed collection of Let’s Do Project
members of recognize sets 2, 6, 10, 14, 20, 4 objects. Mathematics
sets and state the 8, 12, 16, 18, 22, 24 Describing and naming sets. BK 4 Pg. 62 Group Work
members of State the number of members in Stating the number of members of
Equal and the sets. the set. List the members of the the set. Small
Equivalent set. Identifying fraction of digit Objects
Sets For pupils to numerals
recognize sets Which of these sets are equal and Identifying sets that are equal. Let’s Do
that are which are equivalent? Matching members of sets using Mathematics
equivalent and < on to one correspondence to BK. 4 Pg. 110
those which identify equivalent sets. -112
are equal. Discussing the difference between
> equal and equivalent sets.
Identifying pairs which show equal
= and equivalent sets.
Solving simple problems dealing
with sets
1. Sets: For pupils to A set is a collection of objects. Viewing sets of objects on display Small Group Work
Members of recognize sets Discussing reason why items Objects
Sets and list Mango pear guava viewed are referred to as set. Take home
members of apple Listing other group of items that Let’s Do assignment
Equal and the sets. can be considered as sets. Mathematics
genip
Equivalent Collecting and sorting objects. Book 4 Page
Sets For pupils to Describing and naming each set. 61
recognize sets Identifying and listing the
that are equal members of given sets.
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and those that Comparing sets. Small
are not. Identifying sets that are equal. Objects e.g.
Matching members of sets using stones,
one to one correspondence to marbles
A set of fruits identify equivalent sets.
Discussing the difference between Pictures of
Sets with the same number of sets that are equal and sets that sets
members but not the same are equivalent.
members are called equivalent sets. Identifying and listing the Let’s Do
members of equal and equivalent Mathematics
Wet A B
sets. Bk 4 Pages
Kid 103 to 106.

Zoo G

These sets are equivalent

Sets with the same number of

members and the same kind are
called equal set.

1 c
1c
bet bet

2. Sets: Subsets For pupils to Subsets are sets within a set. Describing given sets. Small Project
recognize Objects
subsets of Set A Naming given sets.
given sets Let’s Do
including the BAT RAT Listing the members of given sets. Mathematics
CAT HAT
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empty set as a Discussing what is meant by sub- Book 4 Page
subset. sets. 156.
Sub-Sets of A are Caribbean
Making subsets from given sets. Mathematics
RAT HAT
Bk 4 pg.
Identifying the empty set as a
subset of the set.
CAT BAT
Engaging in activities to discover
the pattern in finding subsets of a
Etc. given set

2 Subsets For pupils to a d Describing and naming given sets. Small Folder
recognize b e Listing the members of given sets. Objects
subsets of c Making subsets from given sets. Let’s Do
given sets. Which is a subset of the set above? Listing subsets of given sets. Mathematics
How many subsets can we get from Finding missing subsets from a BK. 4 Pg. 156
the set? given list
3. Multiplication For pupils will 10 and multiples of 10 up to 1000 Using multiplication tables to help Small Performance
Multiply by know how to in solving problems. objects Test
multiples of multiply 2 – Using concrete materials to solve Tables
10 and 3-digit multiplication problems.
numbers by
10; multiples
of 10 up to
1000 and
other 2 digit
numbers.
4. Solid shapes For pupils to I have 1 curved surface, no vertex Matching solids to their names. Solid shapes Performance
and their apply and no edge. What am I? Identifying nets and the solids Let’s Do Test
properties appropriate they would make. Mathematics
strategies to BK. 4 Pg. 31

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solve simple Solving problems based on
problems properties of solids.
involving
properties of
solids.
4. Symmetrical For pupils to Symmetry-when a shape can be Using soaked beans to bring out Beans Portfolio
Shapes Lines know and folded so that one half lies exactly the concept of symmetry. Cutouts of
of Symmetry recognize on top of the other we say the Cutting the soaked beans into two. Plane shapes
shapes that shape is symmetrical. Observing and discussing the Let’s Do
are activities above. Mathematics
symmetrical. Folding cutouts of some plane Bk 4 page
shapes. 128
Naming the folded lines. Geo board
Folding shapes in different ways to
discover the number of lines of
symmetry.
5. Angles: Right For pupils to An angle is formed when two lines Discussing the concept of angles Paper Display
Angles; Acute understand meet. and drawing same. Sticks
Angles; the concept of Right angle Constructing right angles by paper Let’s Do
Obtuse Angles right angles, Acute angle folding and tracing lines. Mathematics
acute angles Obtuse angle Using arms to demonstrate a right Bk 4 pages
and obtuse angle, an angle greater than and 88-89
angles. less than a right angle. Clock with
Using strips of cardboards joined hands
by paper fastener to show angles. Caribbean
Drawing angles. Primary
mathematics
Level 4
pages 92
and 93.

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5. Closed and For pupils to Shapes with their line segments Tracing the edges of solids and Solid shapes Group
Open Shapes know the joined are closed shapes. sides of templates of plane Plane shapes Assignment
difference Shapes that have line segments shapes. Let’s Do Quiz
between that are broken are called open Drawing what they have traced mathematics
closed and shapes. e.g. Bk 4 pages
opened 106 and 107.
shapes.
Cutting what was drawn on sheets
of paper.
Identifying closed and opened
shapes from the diagrams and the
cut outs.

5. Types of Pupils will Angles are formed when straight Identifying angles. Concrete Scrapbook
Angles research and lines intersect or meet at a point. Comparing sizes of angles using materials.
understand degrees. Let’s Do
the concept of Drawing angles. Mathematics
angles and Work out the size of angle X. Working out the size of X in each BK. 4 Pg. 88
their sizes. angle.

6. Polygons Pupils will Triangles Sorting templates of shapes up to Let’s Do Paper and
recognize Quadrilaterals five sides. Mathematics Pencil Test
polygons up to Pentagons Naming the shapes. BK. 4 Pgs.
5 sides Identifying number of angles and 106 and 107
sides. &

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6. Polygons: For pupils to Closed shapes bounded by only Researching polygons. Cardboard Individual
Naming recognize straight lines are called polygons. Identifying objects having polygon cutouts Assignment
Polygons polygons up to Triangles shapes Rubber
5 sides. Quadrilaterals Sort templates and cut outs of 3, 4 bands
Pentagons and 5 sided shapes according to Geo board
the number of sides. Tooth picks
Naming each of the polygons
depending on the number of sides
Using polygon to build patterns
Researching and discussing the
features of polygons.

6. Congruent For pupils to Polygons which have the same size Researching the term ‘congruent’ Let’s Do Individual
Polygons recognize and shape are congruent polygons. mathematics Assignment
congruent Identifying congruent polygons by Bk 4 pages
polygons. fitting size and shapes. 107-110.

Drawing and cutting out polygons

from cardboards.

7. Types of Lines Pupils will Two lines that are the same Drawing lines and line segments. Let’s Do Quiz
recognize and are_________. Discussing the differences Mathematics
solve simple between lines and line segments. BK. 4 Pgs.
problems 129 and 130
involving lines,

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line segments, Using concrete materials to solve
congruent line problems involving lines and line
segments and segments.
points. Identifying congruent lines.
7. Lines and Line For pupils to A line is a path along which an Folding paper to form a line. Paper Assignments
Segments recognize object moves. Using folded paper to draw lines, Let’s do Paper and
Types of Lines lines, line A B lines segments. mathematics Pencil Test
Line segments segments, A line segment is marked by end Discussing the differences Bk 4 pages
Congruent congruent line points. between lines and line segments. 129 and 130
Line segments and A B Drawing and naming line Caribbean
Segments points. Two line segments that are the segments and lines. primary
same are congruent. Identifying lines, line segments, mathematics
A B C D congruent line-segments and Level 4
points. pages 86-90
8. Monthly For pupils to Averages Retracing information about the Test Script Open book
Review and participate in Angles Completing questionnaire and test Previous Test
Assessment reviews on Solid Shapes item on concept. notes
on Concepts listed Closed and Open Shapes Discussing concepts Science Text
taught in past concepts. Polygon Asking and answering questions. Internet
lessons Games

GRADE FOUR: PROBLEM SOLVING

Wk Topic/ Sub- General Content Activities Resources Evaluation
Topic Objectives Strategy
9. Fractional For pupils to Mother divided her birthday Drawing whole and fold Steps to Common Projects
parts of solve problems cake into 8 equal parts. She geometric cut out. Entrance. Book 4 Games
wholes and involving gave 5 pieces to her friend. Shading and labelling parts Pg.72 Oral and written
sets. fractional parts What fraction did she give to of a whole. Let’s Do work.
her friend? Mathematics

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(1/4, 1/2, 1/8, of wholes and What fraction did she had Writing number sentence to Bk. 4 Pg. 36-38
1/16) sets. left? solve problem. Card boards
(1/3, 1/6, 1/9, Small objects
1/12)
(1/5, 1/10)
10. Mass For pupils to Solve simple problems Reading and discussing Caribbean Primary Group Work
solve problems involving the four problems. Mathematics Bk. 4
Non -standard Oral Work
using the four operations. Pg 140 – 141
and Standard Identifying the information
operations Paper and pencil
Units. 1. Share 75kg of cereal given and what is required. Caribbean Primary
involving mass. test
equally among 5 children. Mathematics Bk. 4
Discussing the stages in
How many kg of cereal will Quiz
solving problem.
each child receive?
Games
Demonstrating the stages
2. What is the sum of 25g,
involved in solving problem.
86g and 236g?
Devising a plan.
3. What is the difference
between 50g and 125g? Discussing steps.

Executing the plan using

sketches and diagrams.

Solving and checking

answers.

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11. Capacity For pupils to Solve simple problems Reading and discussing Caribbean Primary Paper and pencil
solve simple involving the four problems. Mathematics Bk. 4 test
Non -standard
problems operations. Pg 140 – 141
and Standard Identifying the information Group Work
involving
Units. Sharon had 189 litres of given and what is required. Caribbean Primary
capacity. Oral Work
kerosene oil. She sold 87 Mathematics Bk. 4
Discussing the stages in
litres. How many litres of Quiz
solving problem.
kerosene have she now?
Games
Demonstrating the stages
involved in solving problem.

Devising a plan.

Discussing steps.

Executing the plan using

sketches and diagrams.

Solving and checking

answers.

12. Comparing For pupils to: We can compare units of Defining the term standard Caribbean Primary Paper and pencil
standard and -Know what measurements using >, < or and non standard units of Mathematics. Level test
non-standard standard and =. measurement (mm, cm and 4. Pg.104 Quiz
units of non standard E.g. 1cm < 2cm m).
measurement units of 100m > 9m Measuring various items
using >, <, = measurement such as desks, benches,
are such as mm, mm- millimeter pencils using both standard
cm and m. cm- centimeter
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-Understand m- meter and non standard units of
what mm, cm measurement.
and m are used Comparing these
for. measurements using >, <, =.
-Use standard
and non
standard units to
measure given
lengths.

-Recognize that
the mm, cm and
m can be
compared.
12. Time For pupils to Worded problems. Reading the problem for Caribbean Primary Role play
solve word understanding. Mathematics Bk. 4
12 hour clock problems on the 1. Junior left home at 8:30 Group Work
Pg. 46&93
four operations am to go to school. It Analyzing the problem
24 hour clock applicable to took him ten minutes Games
carefully.
time using the to get there. What time
12 hour clock. did he arrive at school? Devising a plan.

Carrying out the plan.

Solving and checking

answers.

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13. Assessment. For pupils to Answering questions based on Reading and answering questions. Item Bank Pencil and
answer topics done during the term. Test paper. Paper Test.
questions.
14. Review of For pupils to Concepts covered during the term Discussing questions. Resource Display
Assessment. discuss ideas sample of sample of
on topic done pupils’ work. answer
for test. sheet.
15. Perimeter of For pupils to Estimate the length all the Using non standard units e.g. Let’s Do Take home
regular and understand how way around shapes in hand span to find distance Mathematics Bk. 4 assignment
irregular to find centimetres e.g. desk, book. around objects. Pg. 124
shapes perimeter of Oral Work
regular and Record your estimate Record and discuss results.
irregular shapes. Group Work
Tony runs around a school Use cut out of squares and
Games
yard. The yard is perfectly rectangles and find their
square. One side is 93m perimeter.
long. Draw a scale drawing
Devising a plan.
of the school yard. How far
Tony runs if he goes right Discussing steps.
around the yard once?
Executing the plan using
sketches and diagrams.

Solving and checking

answers.

16. Area of Plane For pupils to A square field has a side of Define area. Let’s Do Oral and written
Shapes. understand how 5m. What is the area? Mathematics Bk. 4 work
State formula.
to solve simple

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 problems The area of a carpet is 20 Read and discuss the
involving area 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐2 if the length is 5cm, problem.
without what is the width?
Understanding the problem.
conversion.
Analyzing the problem.

Devising a plan.

Discussing steps.

Executing the plan using

sketches and diagrams.

Solving and checking

answers.

Solve problems based on

area.

17. Time – For pupils to Clock faces to show Using and improvised Let’s Do Group work
Reading and become pendulum to measure time. Mathematics Bk 4
- Hour
Writing knowledgeable Discussing time taken to Clocks
- ½ hour
of how to read complete certain activities.
- ¼ hour Pendulum
and write time
- Minutes to the hour Making clocks.

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 using the 24 Minutes after the hour Reading time.
hour clock.
17. Time For pupils to use Write down units of time – Model of clocks. Practical.
the 12 and 24 hour, minutes, seconds.
Read and write hour clock to (12 hour and 24 Games
time on the hour Show time on the hour using hour clocks)
read and write
hour, half time on the the 12 and 24 hour clock/
The short hand tells the hour Primary
hour, quarter hour, half hour, model.
hour, 5 Mathematics Bk.4
quarter hour, 5 The long hand tells the
minutes and 1 minutes and 1 Write time on the hour, half Pgs. 41 – 44
number of minutes.
minute hour, quarter hour, 5
minute intervals. minutes and 1 minute. Let’s Do
intervals. 24 hour clock
Mathematics Bk. 4
Answering questions Pgs
For pupils to
answer
questions based
on topics taught. Time on the 1 hour, ½ hour,
5 minutes and 1 minute
17. Money For pupils to $26.00 $14.75 Identifying the value of each Shopping corner Shopping game
appreciate the note and coin given.
use of money. +$24.25 - $ 8.15 Fake Money Written Work
Shopping and making
For pupils to change for an amount of Price list Oral Work
understand how $6.25 $350 / money given. Primary
to calculate 5 pupils Creating shopping lists. Mathematics Bk.4
money using the
four operations. X 3 Pgs. 21 – 24
Calculating the price for
each item on the bill and
calculating the change.
Calculate sum of the items
sold. Shopping problems involving
addition and subtraction

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Mark bought a pencil case
for $49.95 and sold it for
$25.00
only, multiplication and
division.
Identify when an item is
bought for a fixed price to
gain a profit or a loss.

Participating in a group
activity.

Classroom Sale

Pupils will love shopping and

selling while learning
valuable money skills during
this garage sale-type activity.

Ask pupils to bring in a few

items that they would like to
part with. Then, as a class,
decide upon how much each
item will sell for.

Have pupils create fun price

tags to place on the items.

Once the items are labeled,

tagged, and in place, set up a

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students shop.

Give each pupil a small bag

of play money and allow
them to take turns shopping
for an item.

You can designate a pupil to

be at the cash register or
you can be.
17. Money For pupils to Buy these items at your Reading problems given. Let’s Do Role Play
solve one and school canteen Mathematics Bk. 4
Analyzing the problem. Group Work
two steps money Pg. 25
Orange juice 95.00
problems Discussing the problems Written Exercises
Fake money
involving the Cassava ball 25.00 given.
four operations. Game
Price List
Biscuit 75.00 Using diagrams to solve
problem. Shopping Corner
How much will you pay?
Creating stories on trips to
Coupon Math Activity
the supermarket with
This activity should be done specific details.
in groups.
Discussing the CUBE Strategy
Bring in a variety of coupons for problem solving.
for pupils to search through
Using the CUBE Strategy to
and clip out.
solve problems.
Allow pupils to choose two
Discussing steps.
coupons to write a creative
math sum.

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 Pupils must create a story Executing the plan using
about their trip to the sketches and diagrams.
supermarket and they must
Solving and checking
include the following:
answers.
The price of each item, how
much money he/she has
spent, as well as how much
they have saved with their
coupon.

Pupils must also include the

proper calculations for their
math problem.
17. Table of Time For pupils to 30 days in September, April, Reading the calendar. Calendar Oral Work
investigate and June and November all the
Calendar Time Analyzing the calendar Let’s Do Group Work
identify calendar rest have 31 except February
thoroughly. Mathematics Bk. 4 Written work
time for days in alone, which has 28 days and
Pg. 19
the months. 29 in each leap year. Answering questions. Game
Gathering and writing
information.

18. Addition of For pupils to Mr. Tim wrote two cheques Reading problems Caribbean Primary Quiz
decimal know to add one for $25.43 and another identifying the decimals. Mathematics. Level Oral and written
tenths. decimals for $48.09. How much Writing number sentences 4. Pg. 107 work.
involving tenths. money is this altogether? to show the decimal tenths.
Discussing and solving the
problems.
Adding decimals involving
tenths.

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 18. Subtraction of For pupils to A roll of cloth contains 1.4 Reading problems. Caribbean Primary Quiz
decimal understand how m. If 0.9 is cut off. How Discussing steps. Mathematics. Level Discussion
tenths. to subtract much cloth remains on the Subtracting decimal tenths. 4. Pg. 106 Take home
decimal tenths. roll? assignments.
By how much is 2.4 more
than 1.3?
19. Annual For pupils to Answering questions based Reading and answering Test script Annual
Examination answer on topics done during the questions Examination
questions term.
20. Review of For pupils to Answering questions on Discussing questions Resource Sample of Oral Work
Annual discuss ideas on exams papers completed pupils’ work
Examination topic done for
Assessment

GRADE FOUR: NOTATION & NUMERATION

Wk Topic/ Sub-Topic General Objectives Content Activities Resources Evaluation
Strategy
1. Sequencing For pupils to 12, 15, 18, __, __ Counting objects in sets. Let’s Do Written Tasks
Numbers recognize sequences Mathematics Bk.
46, 43, 40, __, __ Identifying and discussing Oral Work
and add or subtract 4 Pgs. 12 – 13.
the pattern.
to complete them. 52, 62, 72, __, __ Play games
Small objects
Writing the sequence using
number line.
2. Number and For pupils to The place value chart. Identifying the number of Abacus Group Work
Number Names recognize numbers objects in each place
HTH TTH TH H T O Oral Work
value.

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and number names 211300 – two hundred Reading and writing the Let’s Do Game
up to 999 999. eleven thousand three numerals. Mathematics Bk.
Quiz
hundred 4 Pgs. 7 & 8
Identifying the value and
Take home
Identify the value and place place value of digits in
assignment
value of each digit. numerals.

Matching numerals with

number names.

Completing place value

chart.

3. Sequencing For pupils to: Fractions can be put in Defining the term fraction. Caribbean Oral and written
Fractions. -Know what a ascending and descending Defining the terms Primary work.
fraction is. order and vice-versa. ascending and descending Mathematics.
-Understand that the The larger the denominator order. Level.4 Pg.79
larger the is, the smaller the fraction Discussing differences
denominator of the and vice-versa. between the ascending
fraction is, the and descending order of
smaller the fraction fractions.
and vice-versa. Writing fractions in
-know how to ascending and descending
sequence fractions in order.
ascending and
descending order.
4. Fractional Chart. For pupils to: Identifying fractions using Fractional chart. Quiz
-Know what the 1 whole the fractional chart. Let’s Do
fractional chart is. 1/2 1/2 Comparing fractions using Mathematics.
1/4 1/4 1/4 1/4 >, <, = Bk.4 Pg.58

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-Use the fractional
chart to solve
problems.
-Compare fractions
using the fractional
chart.
5. Fractions in For pupils to: Fractions can be spelt out. Reading and writing Fraction Matching games.
words. Recognize that E.g. 1/3- one third, 3/8- fractions in words. Word chart. Fill in the blanks.
fractions can be three eight. Reading and matching
written in words. fractions to their names.
-Know to write
fractions in words.
6. Words in For pupils to: Fractions can be written Reading and writing Fraction word Matching games.
fractions. -Recognize that from their names. fractions from their chart. Fill in the blanks.
fractions can be E.g. one fifth – 1/5 names.
written when given Reading and matching
their names. names of fractions to the
-Know to write the actual fractions.
names of fractions.
7. Place value of For pupils to: Decimals can be put on a Defining the term Place value Quiz
decimals. Know that decimals place value chart. decimals. chart.
can be represented Using the place value chart Caribbean
on diagrams and to write decimals. Primary
place value Expanding place value Mathematics.
charts/tables. chart to write decimals. Level.4 Pg.23
-Understand the
function of the place
value chart and how
it can be expanded
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to accommodate
decimals.
7. Expansion of For pupils to: Decimals can be expanded. Reading and writing Cardboard Quiz.
decimals. -Understand that E.g. 1.6 = 1 + 0.6 decimals in expanded form Strips of
decimals can be 2.34 = 2 + 0.3 + 0.04 up to 1000s and vice-versa. expanded
written in expanded Completing exercises decimals.
form and vice-versa. involving decimals in
-Know to write expanded form and vice-
decimals in versa.
expanded form and
vice-versa.
8. Conversion of For pupils to: Given units of Converting given lengths Conversion Matching games
different units of Recognize that mm, measurement can be to mm, cm and m. chart. Quiz.
measurement. cm and m can be converted.
(mm, cm, m) converted to each E.g. 10mm = 1 cm
other. 100cm = 1 m
-Know to convert 1000mm = 1m
given lengths.
9. End of Term For pupils to answer Answering questions based Reading and answering Test paper. End of Term Test
Assessment. questions. on topics done during the questions.
term.

10. Review of For pupils to discuss Same as above. Discussing questions. Resource sample Review
Assessment. ideas on topic done of pupils’ work.
for test.
11. Standard Unit of For pupils to The standard unit of Discuss the importance of Caribbean Quiz
Measurement recognise and use measuring length. standard units of length. Primary
Conversion Game
the metre and
Length Millimetre – mm
centimetre as

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Relationship standard units of Centimetre - cm Use the metre strip to Mathematics Bk. Take home
between the lengths. measure length of objects 4 Pgs. 47 – 49 assignment
Metre – m
millimetre and and record result.
For pupils to recall Metre strip Measuring and
the centimetre. 10mm = 1 cm
and use the Estimate and measure recording
Centimetre –
understanding that 100cm = 1m parts of the body.
millimetre ruler Paper and pencil
one centimetre is
The relationship between Estimate how many test
equal to ten (10) Let’s Do
the centimetre and the millimetres in one
millimeters. Mathematics Bk.
millimetre is 1 cm = 10mm centimetre.
4 Pg. 97
Compare by using > , < or = Name lengths that can be
measured in millimetre.
50cm 50mm
Convert millimere to
10cm 1cm centimetre and vice versa.
2cm 18mm Solve problem sums on the
four operations.
1metre ÷ 4 = ____cm
12. Comparing grams For pupils to 1 kg = 1000g Comparing the mass of Let’s Do Group Work
and kilograms compare symbols objects using a balance. Mathematics Bk.
> , < or = Oral Work
and use them to 4 Pg. 79
Completing and discussing
complete number 1
kg 150g Game
4 conversion table. Balance
sentences in
comparing grams Quiz
Completing number Objects
and kilograms. sentences.
1
253g kg
2
13. Conversion of For pupils to Change to grams. Comparing grams and Caribbean Measuring
Grams to understand and kilograms. Primary
1 kg = Group Work
convert grams to

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Kilograms and kilograms and vice 1 kg 200 g = Changing grams to Mathematics Bk. Game
vice versa. versa. kilograms and vice versa. 4 Pg. 110
Change to kilograms Oral Work
Making up rules for
2500g =
conversion.
3300g =
Identifying patterns.

14. Converting Units For pupils to know Change to milliliters Comparing litres and Caribbean Group Work
the rules for milliliters. Primary
Litres to Millilitres (a) 1 litre Oral Work
converting litres to Mathematics Bk.
Making conversion table
Comparing Litres millilitres and vice (b) 1 litre 500 ml 4 Pg. 142 Game
and Millilitres versa. e.g. 1l = 100 ml
Fill in >< or = to make each Caribbean Quiz
For pupils to know statement true. 2 l = 2000 ml Primary
and understand how Mathematics Bk.
to compare capacity 500 ml 5l Discussing patterns. 4 Pg.
using the comparison 143Conversion
Measuring liquids.
symbols. Table
3l 200 ml Comparing their capacity.

Completing statements
using the comparison
symbols.

15. Writing decimals For pupils to: Decimals can be written in Reading and writing Caribbean Matching games
in words. Know that decimals words. decimals in words up to Primary Quiz
can be spelt out. E.g. 5.23- five point two 1000s. Mathematics.
-Know to write three. Level 4. Pg.103
decimals in words. 6.39- six point three nine.
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16. Words in For pupils to: Words can be written as Reading and writing Matching games
decimals. Recognize that decimals. decimals from their names Fill in the blanks.
decimals can be E.g. two point five eight = up to 1000s.
written from their 2.58
names.
17. Reading and For pupils know to Write these money Writing money amounts in Caribbean Take home
Writing Amounts identify money amounts in words. words. Primary assignment
of Money amounts in words Mathematics Bk.
$3 861. 36 Writing money amounts in Group Work
and figures. 4 Pg. 21
figures.
$199. 78 Game
18. Rounding For pupils to: Decimals can be rounded to Rounding decimals to the Quiz
decimals to the Understand that the nearest 10s and 100s. nearest 10s and 100s.
nearest 10s and decimals can be e.g. 26.8 – 27 Completing exercises
100s. rounded to the 143.9 - 144 involving same.
nearest 10s and
100s.
19. Annual For pupils to answer Answering questions based Reading and answering Test script Annual
Examination questions on topics done during the questions Examination
term.
20. Review of Annual For pupils to discuss Answering questions on Discussing questions Resource Sample Oral Work
Examination ideas on topic done exams papers completed of pupils’ work
for Assessment

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