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Grade 8 Agriculture curriculum design
The strands and sub-strands in the KICD design, in teaching order, with the suggested number of lessons for each. Checked by two teachers. The first sub-strand is shown in full.
- Strands
- 4
- Sub-strands
- 12
- Lessons a week
- 4
1.0 Conservation of Resources
- 1.1 Soil Conservation Measures10 lessonsFree sample
Learning outcomes
- describe methods of soil conservation in agricultural environment
- carry out soil conservation activities in the environment
- demonstrate caring attitude towards soil in the environment
Key inquiry questions
- How can we conserve soil in the environment?
Learning experiences
- search and share information on methods of soil conservation (strip cropping, grassed water ways, stone lines, trash lines, soil bunds) using digital devices and print media
- explore the school environment and carry out activities on soil conservation in the school such as strip cropping, grassed water ways stone lines, trash lines and soil bunds
- construct a farm model using materials such as cartons, cardboards, soil and papier-mache for displaying soil conservation measures on a farm
- 1.2 Water Harvesting and Storage9 lessons
2.0 Food Production Processes
- 2.1 Kitchen and Backyard Gardening9 lessons
- 2.2 Poultry Rearing in a Fold11 lessons
- 2.3 Crop Pest and Disease Control10 lessons
- 2.4 Preparation of Animal Products9 lessons
- 2.5 Preserving Animal Products9 lessons
- 2.6 Cooking: Preparing a Balanced Meal11 lessons
3.0 Hygiene Practices
- 3.1 Cleaning the Kitchen9 lessons
4.0 Production Techniques
- 4.1 Sewing Skills: Constructing Household Items14 lessons
- 4.2 Constructing Innovative Animal Waterer10 lessons
- 4.3 ICT Support Services9 lessons
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