Subject: Language Literacy

Grade Level: Kindergarten

Objective: Follow rules and regulations in going to different places of the

community, Appreciate reading

I. Before the Lesson / Pre-lesson Proper

Activating Prior Knowledge:

[Teaching Strategy:] Interactive/Integrated Learning

[Instructional Materials:] K-W-L chart, visuals of community places, picture cards of

rules

Engaging Activity 1 - Storytelling about going to the market and the rules to follow

Engaging Activity 2 - Picture Analysis of community places (e.g., school, park,

market)

Engaging Activity 3 - Role-Playing different scenarios of visiting community places

and discussing rules

Learning within the curriculum:

1) Environmental Science - Identifying different places in the community and their

functions

2) Social Studies - Understanding the importance of rules in maintaining order in the

community

Learning across the curriculum:

1) Filipino - Vocabulary related to community and rules through storytelling

2) Art - Drawing their favorite community place and the rules they must follow
Establishing Lesson Purpose / Intention:

Today, we will explore the rules and regulations that help us stay safe when visiting
different places in our community, like the market and the park. Learning these rules
is essential for our safety and helps us appreciate reading about our community and
its values.

Lesson Language Practice/Unlocking of Difficulties:

Key Terms: community, rules, safety, follow, regulations

Key Concepts:

Concept 1 - Understanding what rules are and why they are important

Concept 2 - Identifying different places in the community and the specific rules that
apply to them

II. During the Lesson Proper

Reading the Key Idea / Stem:

Rules help us stay safe and make our community a better place to live.

Developing Understanding of the Key Idea / Stem:

Activity 1: “Community Rule Hunt”

[Teaching Strategy:] Inquiry-Based Learning

Materials - Picture cards of community places and rules

Significance - This activity encourages students to actively engage in identifying

rules related to community places.

Instructions -

1) Distribute picture cards of various community places to each student.

2) In pairs, students will discuss and identify at least two rules that apply to their
assigned place.

3) Each pair will present their findings to the class.

Rubric

- Identification of rules - 10 pts.

- Clarity of presentation - 5 pts.

- Engagement with peers - 5 pts.

Assessment Questions:

1) What place did you choose, and what rules did you find?

2) Why do you think those rules are important?

3) How do these rules help us stay safe?

Activity 2: “Safety First! Role Play”

[Teaching Strategy:] Cooperative Learning

Materials - Props for role-playing (hats, bags, etc.)

Significance - This activity helps students practice following rules in a fun and
interactive way.

Instructions -

1) Divide the class into groups and assign each group a community place (e.g., park,
market).

2) Groups will create a short skit that shows how to follow rules at their assigned
place.

3) Each group performs their skit for the class.

Rubric

- Creativity in skit - 10 pts.

- Understanding of rules - 5 pts.

- Teamwork - 5 pts.

Assessment Questions:

1) What rules did you demonstrate in your skit?

2) How did following those rules help in your scenario?

3) What did you enjoy most about the role play?

Inclusive Activity 3: “Community Walk”

[Teaching Strategy:] Experiential Learning

Materials - None

Significance - This activity provides a real-world experience to observe rules in

action.

Instructions -

1) Take a short walk around the school or nearby community area.

2) Students will observe and discuss the rules they see in different places (e.g., no
littering, waiting at crosswalks).

3) Reflect on the importance of these rules once back in class.

Rubric

- Participation in discussion - 10 pts.

- Ability to identify rules - 5 pts.

- Reflection quality - 5 pts.

Assessment Questions:

1) What rules did you see during our walk?

2) How do these rules help our community?

3) What is one rule you will remember?

Deepening Understanding of the Key Idea/Stem:

Activity: “Create Your Community Rule Book”

[Teaching Strategy:] Project-Based Learning

Materials - Craft materials (paper, crayons, markers)

Significance - This activity encourages students to synthesize their learning through

creativity.

Instructions -

1) Each student will create a page for a class rule book, illustrating a place in the
community and the rules that apply.

2) Students will share their pages with the class and explain their choice of rules.

3) Compile all pages into a class rule book to be displayed.

Rubric

- Creativity of illustration - 10 pts.

- Clarity of explanation - 5 pts.

- Contribution to the class book - 5 pts.

Assessment Questions:

1) What place did you illustrate and why?

2) What rules did you choose to include?

3) How will this book help others in our community?

III. After the Lesson / Post-lesson Proper

Making Generalizations / Abstractions:

In summary, following rules and regulations in our community helps keep us safe
and makes our environment enjoyable for everyone. Understanding these rules
enhances our appreciation of reading about our community and its values. We can
reflect on how our actions contribute to a better community.

Supporting Material 1 - "The Berenstain Bears Visit the Dentist" by Stan and
Jan Berenstain: This story highlights the importance of following rules in different
situations.

Supporting Material 2 - "Maisy Goes to the Market" by Lucy Cousins: This book
introduces young readers to community places and the rules associated with them
through fun illustrations.
Assessment - Evaluating Learning:

[Teaching Strategy:] Think-Pair-Share

[Instructional Materials:] Worksheets for self-assessment and feedback.

Question 1 - What is one rule you learned today, and why is it important?

Question 2 - How can following rules in our community help us?

Question 3 - What is your favorite place in the community, and what rules should we
follow there?

H.O.T.S.:

Question 1 - Why do you think rules are necessary in our community?

Answer 1 - Rules help ensure everyone is safe and knows how to behave, which
creates a better environment for all.

Question 2 - How would our community look without rules?

Answer 2 - Without rules, there would be chaos, making it unsafe and difficult for
people to enjoy their community.

Question 3 - If you could create one new rule for our community, what would it be
and why?

Answer 3 - I would create a rule about kindness, as it would help everyone feel
welcome and respected in our community.

Additional Activities for Application / Remediation:

Assignment 1 - “Draw and Describe”

Guiding Overview for Teacher: Students will draw their favorite community place
and write down the rules they must follow there.

Assessment Question - What did you learn about the importance of rules in that
place?

Assignment 2 - “Community Helper Interview”

Guiding Overview for Teacher: Students will interview a community helper (e.g., a
local shopkeeper) about the rules they follow in their work.

Assessment Question - What did you learn about how rules help in their job?

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