St. Peter’s College of Ormoc, Inc.

TEACHER EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

http://spcormoc.edu.ph/; (053) 255-7597
A member of the Association of Benedictine Schools

AY 2022-2023 School Theme: “Benedictine Education: In the Spirit of Communion, Participation & Mission”
LESSON PLAN IN HEALTH USING 5E’S METHOD
GERMS OR DISEASE AGENTS

Grade Level: 4
Learning Area: Health
Quarter: 2
I. Learning Outcomes:
At the end of the lesson, the students will be able to:

• Define what germs are and how they can cause illness
• Explain how germs can be spread from person to person
• Identify ways to prevent the spread of germs

II. Subject Matter

A. Topic: Prevention and Control of Diseases
B. References:
o K-12 Health Curriculum Guide Second Quarter Pp. 41
o researchgate.net/figure/Classification-of-infectious-diseases-based-on-their-
causative-agents-The-common_fig2_257808557
A. Materials: PowerPoint Presentation, Printed photos,

ELEMENTS TEACHER’S ACTIVITY STUDENT’S ACTIVITY

PRELIMINARY A. Greetings
Good morning class! Good morning Ma’am Sheerica!
ACTIVITIES
How are you today? Are you feeling Good? Okay Ma’am!
If you are all feeling good Yes Ma’am!

Okay, all of you are feeling good

(students picking up the pieces of
B. Class Management papers on the floor)
Okay, please stand up and pick up the pieces
of paper or trashes around you and throw it in
the correct trash bin

Remain standing for our prayer Yes Ma’am

In the name of the Father, and of the
Jillian, can you lead the prayer? Son, and of the Holy spirit Amen.
(insert prayer)
 St. Peter’s College of Ormoc, Inc.
TEACHER EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
http://spcormoc.edu.ph/; (053) 255-7597
A member of the Association of Benedictine Schools

AY 2022-2023 School Theme: “Benedictine Education: In the Spirit of Communion, Participation & Mission”
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and In the name of the Father, the Son, and
of the Holy spirit Amen. of the Holy spirit Amen.

In the name of the Father, the Son, and of the

Holy spirit Amen.

Sit down, class.

Present!
C. Attendance Present!
Say present and raise your hand if your name Present!
is called.
Rhea?
Hanzel?
Jillian? …
Very Good! All of you are present
ENGAGE A. Review
Before we proceed to our new lesson, can
someone tell me what was our topic last It was all about Safety Food Principles
meeting?
Yes Student 1? Wash hands properly before preparing
Very Good! and eating food
Can you give me an example of food Safety
principles? Separate raw from cooked foods
Yes Student 3?
Yes, that’s right, Another one?
Yes Student 4?
Very Good!
B. Establish Ideas for The New
Lesson
(Students Raising Hands)
Class, I have a question. Have you ever been
sick before? Raise your hands if you have
been sick Because I did not take care of my body
well
What do you think is the reason why you have Because I showered in rain
gotten sick? Because I ate too much junk foods

EXPLORE Students possible answer:

“GERMS SPOTTING”
- Coughing
Pair with your seatmate and list ways of - Kissing
how germs can be spread from person to
- Sneezing
person you have 10 minutes to answer.
- Air transmission
You can start now.
- Direct contact to the person
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TEACHER EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
http://spcormoc.edu.ph/; (053) 255-7597
A member of the Association of Benedictine Schools

AY 2022-2023 School Theme: “Benedictine Education: In the Spirit of Communion, Participation & Mission”
Are you done? Yes Ma’am!

Okay, everyone let us see if your answers

are correct after our discussion
EXPLAIN So, what is Germs?
Germs
- Germs are microorganisms.
- they can be seen only through a
microscope.
They can be
found
everywhere - in
the air, soil, and
water.

Germs or Disease Agents:

Transmission of Communicable
diseases(routes for spread of infectious
diseases)
- direct transmission
e.g. skin to skin
- indirect transmission such as airborne
e.g. common colds, influenza, tuberculosis
vector borne e.g. malaria, dengue, rabies,
leptospirosis

What do you think class? Are your answers Yes Ma’am!

correct or similar to the discussion?
Are you sure?
ELABORATE Let us go back to our activity earlier. I Students possible answers:
want you to get another piece of paper and - Wash your hands before eating, or
this time make another list of ways on how touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
to prevent a germs or disease of being
transmitted.
 St. Peter’s College of Ormoc, Inc.
TEACHER EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
http://spcormoc.edu.ph/; (053) 255-7597
A member of the Association of Benedictine Schools

AY 2022-2023 School Theme: “Benedictine Education: In the Spirit of Communion, Participation & Mission”
- Wash your hands after touching
I’ll give you ten minutes. You can start anyone who is sneezing, coughing or
now blowing their nose.
- Don't share things like towels, lipstick,
toys, or anything else that might be
contaminated with respiratory germs.
-etc.
EVALUATE Quiz: Answers may vary
In five sentences, explain why is it
important to know about germs and
give one example of a way to prevent it.

Assignment:
Create a poster or presentation about
the importance of preventing the spread
of germs.
CLOSING Okay class, that’s it for today. Let (Students standing up)
us stand up and pray.
ACTIVITIES
In the name of the Father, and of the Son,
and of the Holy Spirit. Amen In the name of the Father, and of the
Angel of God, Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen
my guardian dear, Angel of God,
to whom God’s love commits me here, my guardian dear,
ever this day be at my side, to whom God’s love commits me
to light and guard, to rule and guide. here,
Amen. ever this day be at my side,
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, to light and guard, to rule and guide.
and of Amen.
the Holy Spirit. Amen In the name of the Father, and of the
Son, and of
the Holy Spirit. Amen

That in all things, God may be Glorified

God may be Glorified
Goodbye Class!
Goodbye Teacher Sheerica!
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TEACHER EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
http://spcormoc.edu.ph/; (053) 255-7597
A member of the Association of Benedictine Schools

AY 2022-2023 School Theme: “Benedictine Education: In the Spirit of Communion, Participation & Mission”

Lesson Title: Germs or Disease Agents

Grade Level: 4

Subject: Health

Objective: At the end of the lesson, students will be able to:

• Define what germs are and how they can cause illness
• Explain how germs can be spread from person to person
• Identify ways to prevent the spread of germs

Materials:

• Pictures or diagrams of germs or disease agents

• Hand sanitizer or alcohol
• Soap

Engage:

• Begin the lesson by asking students if they have ever been sick before. Ask them
to raise their hand if they have.
• Ask students what they think might have caused them to become sick.
 St. Peter’s College of Ormoc, Inc.
TEACHER EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
http://spcormoc.edu.ph/; (053) 255-7597
A member of the Association of Benedictine Schools

AY 2022-2023 School Theme: “Benedictine Education: In the Spirit of Communion, Participation & Mission”
• Introduce the concept of germs or disease agents and explain that these are tiny
organisms that can cause illness. Show the students pictures or diagrams of
germs or disease agents to give them an idea of what they look like.

Explore:

• Have the students work in pairs to brainstorm a list of ways that germs can be
spread from person to person.
• Encourage the students to think about different situations, such as shaking
hands, sharing food or drinks, or sneezing or coughing without covering their
mouth.
• After the students have finished their list, discuss the ideas as a class and add any
additional points to the list.

Explain:

• Explain to the students that germs can be spread through close contact with an
infected person or through contact with surfaces or objects that have been
contaminated with germs.
• Use the list created during the Explore phase to illustrate examples of how germs
can be spread.
• Explain that some common symptoms of illness caused by germs include fever,
cough, sneezing, and body aches.

Elaborate:

• Have the students work in groups to come up with a list of ways to prevent the
spread of germs.
• Encourage the students to think about things like washing their hands frequently,
covering their mouth and nose when sneezing or coughing, and avoiding close
contact with sick people.
• After the groups have finished their lists, discuss the ideas as a class and add any
additional points.

Evaluate:

• Have the students demonstrate their understanding of the concepts covered in

the lesson by creating a poster or presentation about the importance of
preventing the spread of germs.
 St. Peter’s College of Ormoc, Inc.
TEACHER EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
http://spcormoc.edu.ph/; (053) 255-7597
A member of the Association of Benedictine Schools

AY 2022-2023 School Theme: “Benedictine Education: In the Spirit of Communion, Participation & Mission”
• The poster or presentation should include information about what germs are,
how they can be spread, and ways to prevent the spread of germs.