REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES

Department of Education
Region IV-A CALABARZON
Division of Quezon

SAN FRANCISCO DISTRICT

MULTIGRADE LESSON PLAN

IN
ENGLISH
Prepared by:

ESTANITA P. DALUMPINES
 Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
Region IV – A CALABARZON
Division of Quezon

Multigrade Lesson Plan in English (Grade IV, V, VI)

Grade IV Grade V Grade VI
I. Objectives I. Objectives I. Objectives
GLR: Show enjoyment in listening to a selection. GLR: Show enjoyment in listening to a selection. GLR: Show enjoyment in listening to a selection.
CT: 1. Answer selections based on the selection heard CT: 1. Answer selections based on the selection heard CT: 1. Answer selections based on the selection heard
2. Follow 3-4 step directions heard. 2. Follow 3-4 step directions heard. 2. Follow 3-4 step directions heard.
GOLD: Give 3-4 step direction using connectives first, next. lastly GOLD: Give 3-4 step direction using connectives first, next. lastly GOLD: Give 3-4 step direction using connectives first, next. lastly
TS: Do accurate slow reading in order to follow common directions TS: Do accurate slow reading in order to follow common directions TS: Do accurate slow reading in order to follow common directions
in medicine labels. in medicine labels. in medicine labels.
II. Subject Matter II. Subject Matter II. Subject Matter
GLR: Selection “Sheyne Had a Fever” GLR: Selection “Sheyne Had a Fever” GLR: Selection “Sheyne Had a Fever”
CT: 1. Answering questions based on the selection heard. CT: 1. Answering questions based on the selection heard. CT: 1. Answering questions based on the selection heard.
2. Follow 3-4 step directions heard. 2. Follow 3-4 step directions heard. 2. Follow 3-4 step directions heard.
GOLD: Giving -4 step direction using connectives first, next. Lastly GOLD: Giving -4 step direction using connectives first, next. Lastly GOLD: Giving -4 step direction using connectives first, next. Lastly
TS: Doing accurate slow reading in order to follow common TS: Doing accurate slow reading in order to follow common TS: Doing accurate slow reading in order to follow common
directions in medicine labels. directions in medicine labels. directions in medicine labels.
References: BEC PELC 4, 1.2 References: BEC PELC 5, References: BEC PELC 6
For you and Me 4 pp. 17-21 (Lang). Fun in English 5, pp. 39 and 45 (Language). English for All Times pp. 32-33 (Language)
Materials: Medicine bottles, tubes, tables, capsules, pictures show- Materials: Medicine bottles, tubes, tables, capsules, pictures show- Materials: Medicine bottles, tubes, tables, capsules, pictures show-
me board, activities written on a chart, paper and pencil, crayola me board, activities written on a chart, paper and pencil, crayola me board, activities written on a chart, paper and pencil, crayola
Valuing: Obedience & Carefulness Valuing: Obedience & Carefulness Valuing: Obedience & Carefulness

III. Learning Activities

A. Genuine Love for Reading
1. Unlocking of Difficulties
Supply the missing word in each sentence. Choose your answer for the word bank
 Word Bank
Medicine clinic
Teaspoonful fever
Pediatrician

a. A ___________ is a rise of body temperature above normal.

b. A ___________ is a facility for diagnosis and treatment of outpatients.
c. A ___________ is something used for the treatment of an illness
d. A _________ is as much as a small spoon can hold.
e. A __________ is a specialist who takes care and cure diseases of children.
2. Motivation Tandem
2.1 Motivation
Ask: Have you experienced having fever?
What did your mother do to make you well?
2.2 Motive Question
Why did your mother brought Sheyne to the clinic?
3. Listening to a selection
Read this selection to the pupils.
Sheyne had a fever. Her mother brought her to the nearest clinic. The pediatrician advice her mother to give her medicine. The doctor said: “First, shake the bottle well. Next, give a teaspoonful three
times a day before each meal. Lastly, keep the bottle in a cool dry place. If the fever continues, bring her back to me.”
B. Critical Thinking
Answering the motive question
a. Follow-up Questions
1. What advice did the pediatrician give to the mother?
2. How many directions did he give?
3. Where the directions clear?
4. Do you think the mother should follow the directions correctly?
5. Why?
6. Why do you think the pediatrician said that if the fever continues, to bring Sheyne back to him?

b. Engagement Activity b. Engagement Activity b. Engagement Activity

Group Activity
 Grade IV Group Activity Group Activity
Act as Sheyne having fever Grade IV Grade IV
(Presentation of the group) Act as Sheyne having fever Act as Sheyne having fever
(Presentation of the group) (Presentation of the group)

A. Guided Oral Language Development

Grade VI
Grade IV Grade V
Activity
1. Presentation Group Activity
1.1 Ask what did the pediatrician advice mother if Sheyne’s
Explain in writing the series of step directions in cooking hotcake.
fever continues? Write series of step directions on how to dye a cloth as we have
Follow what you have observed when I demonstrated lately.
Recall the pediatrician’s advice to mother how to give done in our latest EPP project
medicine to Sheyne.
1.2 Have the pupils do each a set of direction

Grade V Grade VI
Grade IV
 a. Get a whole sheet of paper, first draw a big heart at
the center, next write your father’s name at the right
portion of the heart, they at the left of it write your
mother’s name, then color it with red, lastly write,
“They are lovers” below the heart.
b. First write “Jesus loves all children of the world”,
next encircle the word Jesus, then enclose the word
love with a square, lastly underline the word
children twice.
2. Elicitation
 What have you notice in the given direction?
 What words were used to show the correct order in
giving directions?
3. Generalization
Sequence words or connectives that are used to give the
order of direction. They are followed by action words.
Sequence words are first, next, then, and lastly.

Grade IV Grade V Grade VI

2. Application 2. Lesson Proper

 Below are 3 – 4 step directions. The steps are not in their 2.1 Presentation

proper order. Arrange them and write the words first, next, then or Ask what are the steps in giving medicine to Sheyne as

lastly on the blanks. advised by the pediatrician.

1. Preserving fish by drying. What was the doctor reminder if Sheyne’s fever continues?

____________ put appropriate salt 2.2 Have the pupils do each set of directions

____________ wash the fish a. On a page of your notebook, first write the complete

____________ remove the scales of the fish , gills and date on the upper right hand corner. Next half-inch

intestines margin on the left side of the page. Lastly write the

____________ let it be soak in salt for a few hours subject English in capital letters at the center of the

____________ dry in under the sun second line.

2. Planting Seedlings of a Tree b. On the same page

____________ water it everyday First draw a circle, the size of a one-peso or five-peso

____________ dig a hole coin. Next draw an arrow pointing straight downward

____________ plant the passing through the center of the circle. Lastly shade the

left half on the circle, lightly using ball pen or pencil

illustration:

Grade IV Grade V Grade VI

3. Exercises in following 3-step directions

Have the pupils perform the above exercises, on their seats. Self checking
 Then call some pupils to illustrate answers on the chalkboard. Self scoring

4. Generalization

What are the three things to remember in the following

directions? CORRECTIVE INSTRUCTIONS

- Read the instruction slowly (or listen carefully to the

instructions)

- Understand each step

- Perform the steps accurately

Can you identify some of the signal words used in the directions

given? What other signal words may be used?

(first, then, next, afterwards, secondly, thirdly, lastly, finally)

5. Application

Write a series of three steps directions, use signal words to 2. Lesson Proper
2.1 Presentation
indicate each step. Read the directions aloud.
Ask why mother brought Sheyne to the clinic.
Call a classmate to perform them. Ask the pupils what are the steps in giving medicine to
Sheyne, the pediatrician’s advice to mother
2.2 Have the pupils do each of the set of directions.

a. On a typewriting paper first draw a rose flower with a stem.

Next draw a vase at the bottom of the stem. Lastly color the
flower with red, the stem brown and the vase green.
b. On your notebook
 First draw a big ball. Next draw a square inside it. Lastly,
write your nickname at the center of the square
3. Elicitation
c. On a sheet of typewriting
c.1. First draw a big leaf. Next color it with yellow. Lastly
color again with green and write below it what color it
appears.
c.2. Have the pupils compare the color of the leaf they draw.
4. Generalization
 How do you follow directions?
 What are the three things to remember in following
directions
 Will you enumerate some of the signal words used in given
directions.
5. Application
a. Ask who knows how to cook rice. Let them write three steps
in cooking rice and read it before the class.
b. Write a series of steps directions in planting duranta. Read
Self – checking the directions aloud

Self – checking Self scoring

Self scoring CORRECTIVE INSTRUCTIONS

CORRECTIVE INSTRUCTIONS

Grade IV Grade V Grade VI

B. Transfer Stage
1. Motivation D. Transfer Stage D. Transfer Stage
 Recall the selection “Sheyne Had a Fever”
What might be the cause of her fever? Dyad Activity Group Activity
How to prevent from getting sick? Copy the rhyme on your notebook. Read it repeatedly until you
2. Presentation can recite it correctly.
2.1. Show different kinds of medicine (medicines in bottle, The one recites, the other looks at the rhyme and corrects the
tubes, boxes, tablets, capsules, etc.) one reciting if mistaken. Then vice versa. Until everyone can
Ask: What do you think is our lesson today? recite the rhyme perfectly.
Say: Here is a sample of a medicine. Read it aloud and
slowly and try to follow the directions. The rhyme

WHITE FLOWER Mother, mother I am sick

INDICATIONS: For travel sickness, dizziness, insect and mosquito Call the doctor very quick
bites, cold, flu, headache, muscular pain, antiseptic. Mother, mother shall I die
Direction for use: No, my darling please don’t cry
Apply 2 to 3 drops on the affected area. Massage
gently. If necessary, repeat the process every 2
hours. Can be inhaled when needed. Best way to
inhale is to place 2 to 3 drops onto a handkerchief or
tissue and inhale deeply

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2.2 Discussion and Analysis
- What is the name of the medicine
- It is for external use or can be taken in?
- What is the medicine for?
- How many drops of white flower must be applied to the
 affected area for those with insect and mosquito bites?
- What should be done with the affected area after
applying drops of white flower.
- Can we inhale the medicine? How should we do it?
3. Value Integration
Whenever we use medicine, what must we always remember?
(Be extra careful in taking medicine.)
4. Generalization
What must we do before taking in medicine? Read the labels. Do
accurately, slow reading of the directions and follow them
carefully.
5. Application
Here is a sample of a medicine in tablet form. Read the directions
carefully. Answer the questions after it.
Self – checking
For fever: Headache, colds, toothache, earache, muscular ache. Self scoring
Dosage: CORRECTIVE INSTRUCTIONS
Adult: 1 – 2 tablets 3x a day 2. Presentation/Lesson Proper
Children: 6 – 12 ½ tablet 3x a day
II.1 Motivation
Under 6 years: see prescribing information
Caution: Do not use to more than 10 days unless prescribed. Show samples of doctor’s prescription
a. What is the medicine for? Ask: What are written on the doctor’s prescription?
b. How many tablets should children age 7 years take? (Show a picture of a patient in the hospital)
c. How many medicine
Have you ever been sick like the child in the picture? Where
did your mother take you? What did the doctor gave you?
II.2 Unlocking of difficulties
(use demonstration)
Massage – rub
Gently – slowly, smoothly

Show different kinds of medicine (medicines in bottle,

tubes, boxes, tablets, capsules, etc.)
 Let pupils identify and give the names of the medicines.
Ask: What do you think is our lesson today?
Say: Here is a sample of a medicine. Read it aloud and
slowly and try to follow the directions.

a. For Fever, Headache, Colds, Toothache, Earache, Muscular

Ache
Dosage:
Adults: 1 – 2 tables 3x a day
Children: 6 – 12 years ½ tablet 3x a day
Under 6 years see prescribing information
Caution: Do not use for more than 10 days unless
prescribed.
How many tablets should children age 7 years old take?
How many tablets should a four-year old be given?
When is it safe to take this drug?
3. Centralization
It is important to follow directions in medicine prescription?
Why?
In what ways do following directions help us?
4. Guided Practice
Read the following directions. Let the pupil act out the directions,
then choose the correct answer.
1. Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
a. It is safe for children to play with the medicine.
b. It is dangerous if the children take medicine by
themselves
c. It is alright if they taste the medicine.
2. Avoid alcoholic drinks after taking this medicine.
You may drink or take
a. Juice b. wine c. whisky
3. The medicine may cause drowsiness. Do not drive or
operate machine.
Therefore, take the medicine ____ driving or operating a
machine.
a. Before b. while c. after

4.1 Independent Practice

Read the directions. Circle the letter of the correct answer.
1. Store below 25oC
a. Keep the medicine in the refrigerator
 b. Sell the medicine at once
c. Put the medicine under the sun
2. Protect from light
a. Leave the medicine under the sun
b. Place the medicine near the window
c. Keep it in a cabinet box
5. Application 2. Presentation
Have the pupils form dyads. Make a conversation about following
Say: Mario is 12 years old. He suffered from severe cough. His
directions in medicine labels and prescription. The situation is in the
hospital. father brought him to the doctor. The doctor prescribed him the
following medicine to take.
Self – checking
May 31. 2007
Self scoring
Name of Patient: Mario Cruz Age: 12 yrs. old
CORRECTIVE INSTRUCTIONS

Solvux Syrup
1tsp. 3 x a day for 7 days

Self – checking

Self scoring

CORRECTIVE INSTRUCTIONS

IV. Evaluation:
Read the directions. Underline the letter of the correct answer. Self – checking (Have the pupils read the presentation)
1. Expiry date 2000 May Self scoring 2. Discussion and Analysis
a. The medicine is good until May 2000 CORRECTIVE INSTRUCTIONS  What is the prescribed medicine for Mario Cruz (syrup_
b. It is safe to use the medicine un June 2000  How often will Mario take his medicine? (3x a day)
c. Use the medicine after May 10, 2000
 2. Headache Tablets IV. Evaluation:  What will be used to measure the amount of medicine to
Dose: take? (by using teaspoon)
Adults: 1 or 2 tablets Read and study the prescription very well and answer the questions  What should he always remember when taking medicine?
Children: that follow: (follow the directions given in prescription)
10 to 15 years – 1 tablet  How will you read the directions in prescription? (by reading
8 to 9 years – ½ tablet May 25. 2007 it slowly in order to follow the directions)
3 to 7 years – ¼ tablet Values Integration: What must you do to the directions given in
3. Children under 3 years of age ___________. Name of Patient: Edgar Ola Age: 9 months the prescription of a doctor? What must you do to avoid illness?
a. Should never be given aspirin 3. Generalization
b. Should be given aspirin only on a doctor’s advice.  What should you do in following a common directions in
c. Should not be given more than ¼ tablet a day. prescription? (Do accurate slow reading in order to follow
4. Dose to be taken three times daily common directions prescription)
Adults and children over 12 years = 2 teaspoonfuls Systrin Syrup 60ml
Children 6-12 years = 1 ½ teaspoonfuls 1.2ml twice a day for 7 days
Post Activities
Children 1-5 years = 1 teaspoonful 1. Application: Group Activity
Infants 3-12 months = ½ teaspoon 1. Call on a pupil to pretend a doctor.
Caution: Do not use for more than 12 days unless prescribed Ronaldo Luz M.D.
2. Tell him/her to write a simple prescription for a nine-year
a. The medicine is for all members of the family. old boy who has a fever.
b. The medicine is for children only. 1. What is the medicine being prescribed?
a. Tablet b. capsule c. syrup 3. Let him/her read to the class the prescription he/she
c. The medicine is for babies only. made.
5. My sister, who is ten years old, should be given this medicine 2. How are you going to take the medicine?
a. Swallow it b. rub it on the skin c. inject it 4. How should he/she read the prescription? Why?
_______________
a. Every three hours 3. What will you use to measure the amount of medicine to
take? Self – checking
b. After each meal Self scoring
c. Even at midnight a. Teaspoon b. tablespoon c. medicine dropper
4. How often are you going to take the medicine? CORRECTIVE INSTRUCTIONS
6. It is safe to take this drug ____________.
a. All the time a. Once a day
b. For 12 days or more b. Twice a day
c. For more than 12 days unless prescribed. c. Three times a day
5. What will you do before taking the medicine?
Self – checking
Self scoring Self – checking
CORRECTIVE INSTRUCTIONS Self scoring
CORRECTIVE INSTRUCTIONS

V. Assignment V. Assignment
IV. Evaluation

Here are some directions found in medicine. Read them carefully and
Cut out directions or writing from medicine bottles or chemical Bring samples of doctor’s prescription and present to class tomorrow.
answer the questions.
containers. Write a paragraph explaining the directions. Tell the class on what to do with the doctor’s prescription before taking
Head ache tablets:
the medicine advised by the doctor.
Dosage:

Adults: 1 or 2 tablets twice a day

10 to 15 years – 1 tablet 2x a day
8 to 9 years – ½ tablet 2x a day
3 to 7 years – ¼ tablet 2x a day
Caution: DO NOT USE FOR CHILDREN UNDER 3 YEARS
UNLESS PRESCRIBED BY THE PHYSICIAN
Expiry Date: May 30, 2008
1. The medicine is good for patients who have ______________.
a. Colds and fever
b. Headache
c. Toothache
d. Stomach ache
2. Expiry Date: May 30, 2008. This means _________________.
a. The medicine is good until May 2009.
b. It is safe to use the medicine in June, 2008
c. Use the medicine after May 30, 2008
d. Use the medicine only until may 30, 2008
3. How many tablets is to be given to a 5-year old child?
a. 2 tablets b. 1 tablet c. ½ tablet d. ¼ tablet
4. How many tablets should be given to adults?
a. 1 or 2 tablets b. 1 to 2 tablets c. ½ tablet d. ¼ tablet
5. How often should the medicine be given to the patient?
a. Once a day
b. Twice a day
c. Thrice a day
d. Four times a day

IV. Assignment
 Cut-out directions from medicine bottles, tubes or boxes. Read

carefully the labels and directions. Answer the following questions.

1. What is the medicine for?

2. What is the expiry date of the medicine?

3. What is the dosage of the medicine?

4. Is the medicine for external use?

5. Is the medicine good for children below 3 years old? Why?