Integrated Science Learner’s Book Grade 8 has been designed to meet the requirements of the Competency Based Curriculum and Grade Eight Integrated Science Curriculum Design. This is to adequately help the learner achieve specific learning outcomes for Integrated Science Grade 8.

 The book has a variety of activities that will help the learner acquire knowledge, develop skills and Core Competencies, nurture Values, address pertinent and contemporary issues and form positive attitude for everyday life. The language used is simple, clear and precise making learning interesting and fun.

KLB TopScholar Mathematics Learner’s Book for Grade 8 comprehensively covers Concepts in Mathematics outlined in the Competence Based Curriculum Design for Grade 8.

The course book is intended to develop in-depth knowledge of Mathematics and logical reasoning in the learner. The content covers the following concepts: Numbers, Algebra, Measurements, Geometry, Data Handling and Probability.

This course book has the following salient features:

-Activities that involve the learner in the teaching and learning process through discussions with other learners.

-The activities guide the learner through the simple known-to-unknown approach.

-Competences including Communication and Collaboration, Critical Thinking and Problem-solving, Imagination and Creativity, Citizenship, Learning to learn, Self-efficacy and Digital Literacy.

-Extended learning and problem-solving engagements that provide learners with the opportunity to relate and apply lessons learned to the community set up.

-Clear and crisp illustrations that enrich the learning process.

-Varied review and assessment exercises that are aligned to Competency Based Assessment (CBA) as designed by Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) Test and Evaluation Model

Spark Agriculture Learner’s Book for Grade 8 is written in conformity with the competency based curriculum design to assist learners carry out various interactive learning activities.

What this book offers you:

-Variety of activities to engage learners in diverse and interactive experiences, fostering a comprehensive understanding of Agriculture concepts, values and skills.

-Integration of ICT to enhance learner’s digital literacy and equip them with information-seeking skills, preparing them for the digital age.

-Well-summarised notes for every topic that facilitate comprehension and retention of information, enabling learners to grasp concepts more effectively.

-Adequate further activities to promote communication, collaboration, teamwork, and community engagement, fostering a sense of belonging and shared learning experiences.

-Suggested alternative activities and resources to ensure that all learners can actively participate and engage with the material, regardless of their individual circumstances.

-Assessment tasks after every sub-strand to enable learners to monitor their own learning, identify areas of improvement, and reinforce their understanding of concepts covered.

-Safety tips to equip learners with essential safety knowledge and precautionary measures, ensuring a secure and responsible learning environment.

This book comes along with the most comprehensive Teacher’s Guide.

Spotlight Business Studies Learner’s Book Grade 8 has been uniquely designed to help Grade 8 learners in understanding Business Studies concepts in line with the curriculum. It comprehensively covers the Business Studies Grade 8 Competency-Based Curriculum Design. The is presented in a clear, simple and precise language to make learning interesting.

Key features of the book:

-Relevant learning experiences have been provided in form of interactive tasks, debates, eLearning tasks, practice exercises, key learning points and extended learning tasks. All these are within the level of the learner.

-All Business Studies concepts and skills have been addressed as per curriculum demands.

-Fosters understanding of Business Studies Grade 8 concepts by use of real-life concepts, research and outdoor learning.

-Learner-centred, discovery-based and inquiry-based tasks have been applied to develop concepts, core competences, values and Pertinent and Contemporary Issues (PCls).

-Attractive full colour illustrations and relevant clear photographs have been used to clarify Business Studies concepts.

-Assessment questions and assessment checklists have been provided after each sub strand to encourage peer and self-assessment of taught concepts.

-A Teacher’s Guide is available for this title.

Kiswahili Fasaha ni msururu ulioandikwa kwa njia ya kipekee na unaokidhi mahitaji yote ya Mtaala wa Kiumilisi. Vitabu katika msururu huu vina shughuli anuwai ambazo zinalenga kumsaidia mwanafunzi kupata umilisi, maadili na masuala mtambuko
yanayokusudiwa katika mtaala.

Kiswahili Fasaha Kitabu cha Mwanafunzi Gredi ya 8 kina:

-Shughuli mbalimbali zitakazomwezesha mwanafunzi kupata stadi zote nne za lugha – Kusikiliza, Kuzungumza, Kusoma na
Kuandika – pamoja na matumizi ya sarufi kimuktadha

-Sehemu za Zinduo ambazo zinatoa maelezo ya kina kuhusu dhana husika

-Sehemu za Elimujamii ambazo zinampa mwanafunzi nafasi ya kuendeleza ujifunzaji wake nje ya darasa

-Sehemu za Dijitika ambazo kwazo mwanafunzi ana nafasi ya kutangamana na vifaa vya kidijitali katika kufanya mazoezi

-Michoro ya rangi inayochangia uelewa wa dhana zinazofunzwa

-Tathmini binafsi baada ya kila mada kuu ili kumsaidia mwanafunzi kupima uelewa wake wa dhana husika

-Sehemu ya Tafakari mwishoni mwa kila suala kuu, ambayo inalenga kumpa mwanafunzi ari ya kutumia aliyojifunza ili kuboresha hali yake na ya jamii nzima.

Spotlight Mathematics Learner’s Book Grade 8 has been uniquely designed to help Grade 8 learners to understand Mathematics concepts. It comprehensively covers the Mathematics Grade 8 Competency-Based Curriculum Design. The book is presented in a clear, simple and precise language that makes learning stimulating and interesting.

Key features of the book:

-Covers all the Mathematics Curriculum Design’s strands, sub strands and learning outcomes of the Grade 8 Competency-Based Curriculum.

-Relevant learning experiences are provided in form of activities within the level of the learners.

-All mathematical concepts and competencies are adequately addressed.

-Encourages authentic and realistic understanding of mathematical concepts by use of practical and group work activities with examples.

-Attractive full colour illustrations are used to clarify mathematical concepts.

-Develops concepts by using environment and real life experiences to foster skills, attitude and values in learners.

-Detailed guidance on use of digital media to make learning enjoyable.

-Numerous and relevant Assessment Activities have been carefully developed per sub strand. Practice Work has been provided for each Activity to assess developed concepts for the respective learning outcome. Assessment Activity is provided at the end of each sub strand for formative assessment.

-Learner-centred approaches, discovery-based and inquiry-based activities have been applied to develop concepts, core competencies, values and Pertinent Contemporary Issues (PCIs).

-A Teacher’s Guide is available for this title.