Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
CARAGA REGION
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF AGUSAN DEL SUR

HIBLA
Weaving the Threads of Filipino Artistry through Culture and the
Arts

SPA 7 – Visual Arts

Quarter 3 – Week 1
Tools and Materials Used in Freehand
Sketching

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Special Program in the Arts Grade 7
Learning Activity Sheets
Quarter 2-Week 1: Tools and Materials Used in Freehand Sketching
First Edition, 2024

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 About the Learning Activity Sheets

Hibla is a supplementary resource in Special Program in the

Arts that learners can engage in with individualized learning exercises
that further develop the desired knowledge and skills they are
requiring from different lessons. The contents of these learning
activity sheets include Weaving Patterns and Motifs, Weaving the
Fabrics, and The Woven Tapestry.

In Weaving Patterns and Motifs, there is a brief and

concise discussion of the tools and materials used in free
hand sketching.

In Weaving the Fabrics, learners will recognize tools

and materials in freehand sketching.

In The Woven Tapestry, the learners will describe how

these stories convey values and insights that are
meaningful to one's life and community.

Grad 7 Quarter 3
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Content Demonstrates understanding the basic principles of

Standard freehand sketching as the foundation in drawing
Philippine arts, culture and structures.

Performanc Creates varied artworks in pencil rendering using

elements and principles of designs in the
e Standard
composition of structures and landscapes in various
positions and different angles.
MELC with Identifies the tools and materials in freehand
Curriculum Code sketching.
(SPA_VA-FS7-Illa-1)

At the end of the lesson, the students are expected to:

1. understand the fundamental tools and materials
used in freehand sketching, including pencils,
Learning erasers, sketch pads, rulers, and shading
Objectives instruments.
2. demonstrate the ability to accurately identify and
select appropriate tools and materials for various
freehand sketching techniques and styles.
3. effectively organize and utilize sketching tools
and materials to create detailed and accurate
freehand sketches while considering the

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 LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEETS

Learning SPA- Visual Arts Quarter 3 Week: 1

Area: :
Lesson
Tools and Materials Used in Free Hand Sketching
Title/Topic
Name of Grade &
7
Student: Section:

Weaving Patterns and Motifs

Day 1
Basic Sketching

The freehand sketching is actually a pretty interesting concept. There are

no specific tools to guide you on a straight line, referencing, contours, form etc.
This style of drawing focuses on hand and eye coordination alone. Everything is
sketched using your imagination, perception and skills. This also means that
using rulers, projectors, tracing tablets and any other guides are not involved in
the process. This drawing technique forms the foundation for advancing your
abilities.

Tools and Materials Needed in Freehand Sketching

Most of us started drawing when we were young. Back then, materials and
tools were not that important to us. Perhaps, they were not that important to us.
Perhaps, they were not even considered. A standard pencil on some notebook
paper would often “do the trick”.

But as we grow older and developed as artists, materials and tools

become truly important. The connection between quality art materials and
quality artwork becomes noticeable along the way and it is no wonder that
emerging artists desire to have the very best materials possible.

If you are starting to get serious about artwork, no matter what your age
is, you will be starting to get serious about the materials that you will use.

1. Drawing Pencils
We will start with the most essential – quality drawing pencils. When it
comes to drawing pencils, each artist finds a brand that they connect with.
There is no way to identify which brand will become your favorite until you
try few of them.

Drawing Pencil Sets

Pencil sets usually come packaged in nice tins and can be great because
they often include the full spectrum of graphite grades. Many sets include

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pencils with harder graphite (9H) through softer graphite (6B). Harder graphite
makes lighter marks and keeps a sharp tip longer, while softer graphite makes
darker mark, but needs constant sharpening. These sets give the artist the
ability to work with many different values and varieties of mark.

Source: https://drawmore.in/types-of-drawing-pencils/

Many artists may not be able to use all pencils in a drawing pencil set.
Instead, they only use few of the pencils. For example, 2H, HB, 2B, and 4B
pencils would be plenty of range for most of us.

2. Drawing Paper – surface that is specially prepared for drawing.

A drawing can be made on any surface, but the quality of that surface is
sometimes just as important as the medium that is used upon it.

There are few considerations for choosing a drawing surface that will
affect the finished result.

The texture of the paper plays a role in how the drawing material is
accepted on the surface. Heavier textures will produce lines that may appear
“broken”, while smoother textures will produce smoother lines and gradations of
value.

Paper that is “acid free”, without going into all the technical details, will
stand “the test of time”. This paper will not yellow over time and is more
resistant to fading that can occur when exposed to UV light.

Other types of papers

Drawing Paper – Medium tooth paper that is suited for drawing with a variety
of drawing media including graphite, charcoal, and colored pencils. There are ton
of options for drawing papers, but Strathmore papers are recommended.

Charcoal paper – Heavier tooth paper that is lightweight – almost semi-

transparent. Excellent for creating texture. A variety of media can be used on
charcoal paper – not just charcoal.

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Bristol Paper - Smooth tooth paper that is heavier (think cardstock). This paper
is quite rigid and is excellent for creating smooth gradations of value or detailed
line of work with ink.

3. Erasers – used for removing unnecessary marks or mistakes on the drawing.

Erasers can also be a great mark-making tool as well. Each eraser creates a
different mark and should be used as necessary according to the specific
drawing medium.

Here are a few recommended erasers…

Rubber Eraser – Your standard eraser for

erasing graphite. This eraser uses friction to remove
any material from the surface.

Kneaded Eraser - This eraser lifts material

from the surface, instead of using friction to remove
it. It can be pulled and fashioned into different
forms to create specific marks. This eraser gets
dirty over time, but can be cleaned by pulling and
“kneading” it.

Gum Eraser – “The Crumbler”, this eraser is great for removing media
from surfaces that are sensitive to tearing. A gum eraser removes the medium
through friction, but crumbles as it does so – preserving the surface.

Vinyl or Plastic Erasers – This eraser is the toughest of the bunch. It

can erase almost anything. But be wanted – this eraser can tear if you’re not
careful.

Source: https://www.prismacolor.com/accessories/premier-kneaded-eraser/SAP_70530.html

4. Sharpeners – used to sharpen pencils. Good pencil or drawing uses different

pencil point for different effects.

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Source: https://www.wellappointeddesk.com/2020/08/sharpener-showdown-handheld/

5. Blending Stumps / Tortillions

Blending stumps are essential for the artist wanting to smudge or move
material around on the surface. A blending stump allows the artist to create
gradations in value without introducing the oils of the finger (through finger
smudging) which can make a drawing look dirty or uncontrolled.

Blending stumps also allow the artist to create gradations and smooth
applications of value in areas of detail that may be hard to get to otherwise.

Source: https://civilseek.com/free-hand-sketching/#:~:text=Free%20Hand%20Skecthing%20

Activity 1: Mythical Search!

Materials Needed: paper and pen

Duration: 15 minutes
Directions: Find the words inside the box through the word grid puzzle and
encircle
the word/s related to the common Philippine mythical creatures. The
words may be hidden vertically or horizontally.

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 Aswang Tikbalang White Lady Manananggal Sirena
Diwata Kapre Tiyanak Duwende Bakunawa

B M A N A N A N G G A L
K E S F G I A M N O O S
D S W H I T E L A D Y I
U B A K U N A W A P U R
W S N O O D I K A P R E
E P G A E I L A P B R N
N U S A N W M O D O C A
D O T I Y A N A K B V W
E T G A D T B O Y U I O
A T I K B A L A N G L W

Activity 2: Matchy-Match!

Materials Needed: Paper and Pen

Duration: 15 minutes
Directions: Match the mythical creatures in Column A with their correct
description in Column B. Write the letter of the correct answer on the space
provided before the number.

COLUMN A COLUMN B

a. A dragon or serpent-like
creature in Philippine
mythology, believed to cause
1. Aswang eclipses by swallowing the
moon. It is often associated
with water and is considered a
cosmic force.
b. A ghostly figure, usually a
woman dressed in white, often
seen haunting roads or
2. Tikbalang abandoned places. It is said to
be the restless spirit of a
woman who suffered a tragic
death.
c. A half-horse, half-human
creature known to trick or lead
travelers astray in forests. It
3. Manananggal resembles a tall, humanoid
figure with horse-like features
and can be mischievous or
malevolent.

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 d. A mermaid-like creature with
4. Kapre the upper body of a woman
and the lower body of a fish.
e. A vampire-like creature,
usually a woman, who
separates her upper body from
her lower half at night and
5. Tiyanak grows wings to fly in search of
prey, particularly pregnant
women. It feeds on unborn
babies using its long,
proboscis-like tongue.
f. A giant, hairy, tree-dwelling
creature that smokes large
cigars. Often depicted as
6. Diwata friendly but mischievous, a
kapre can cause confusion to
people or make them lose their
way.
g. Small, mischievous goblin-like
creatures that live in mounds,
trees, or hidden places in
7. White Lady nature. They can be either
good or bad, and they bring
luck or misfortune depending
on how they are treated.
h. A shape-shifting monster,
typically human by day but
transforms into creatures like
8. Duwende bats, dogs, or birds at night.
Known for hunting humans and
preying on pregnant women to
eat their unborn children.
i. A vampire creature that
appears as a crying infant to
9. Sirena lure victims. When someone
picks up the baby, it
transforms into a monster and
attacks.
j. Benevolent nature spirits or
deities often associated with
trees, mountains, and rivers.
10.Bakunawa They are protectors of nature
and sometimes grant blessings
to humans who respect the
environment

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 Weaving the Fabrics

Day 2

Activity 1: True or False

Materials Needed: TV, Speaker, Laptop, Paper and Pen
Duration: 15 minutes
Directions: Read each statement carefully and determine whether it is True or
False.
Write “T” for True and “F” for False on the space provided.

_____1. The Aswang is primarily feared in the Visayas, particularly in Capiz and
Iloilo.

_____2. The Tikbalang is known for its bird-like features and is primarily found in
Mindanao.

_____3. The Manananggal is a vampire-like creature associated with pregnancy

and
childbirth.

_____4. Kapres are small, goblin-like creatures that are often found in urban
areas.

_____5. The Tiyanak mimics a crying infant to lure its victims in Luzon.

_____6. Diwatas are nature spirits believed to inhabit various natural spaces
across
the Philippines.

_____7. The White Lady is associated with happy events and is seen mainly in
rural
areas.

_____8. Duwendes are mischievous beings that inhabit trees and are common in
Luzon and Visayas.

_____9. Sirena, or mermaids, are known to lure sailors with their beautiful songs
in
coastal regions.

_____10. The Bakunawa is a dragon-like creature linked to lunar eclipses and the
moon’s disappearance.

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Activity 2: Where Myths Begin

Materials Needed: paper and pen

Duration: 15 minutes
Directions: Below is a pool of words containing the list of mythical creatures.
Identify
the place of origin of different mythical creatures from the Philippine
islands. Write the name of each mythical creature to its location.

Aswang Bakunawa White Lady Kapre Tiyanak

Mananangal Duwende Tikbalang Diwata Sirena

LUZON VISAYAS MINDANAO

Day 3

Materials Needed: Copy of the Myth, Paper and Pen

Duration: 30 minutes
Directions: Read the Myth of Mt. Magdiwata and respond to reflective questions
based on the events, characters, and lessons from the story.

Myth of Mt. Magdiwata

Nature lovers, adventurers and Mountain enthusiast alike will certainly

love Mt. Magdiwata. A lushfull virgin forest, with 14 series of water falls one can
enjoy after another, the beautiful and endemic flora & fauna, the natural
swimming holes and cold springs and also the biggest Bagrass tree can be found
only here. At almost sunset, Mt. Magdiwata has the semblance of a pregnant
woman and during midnight looks like a crocodile eager to catch a prey. Mt.
Magdiwata is sacred among the Manobo Tribes due to its legend and belief that
the soul of Giant Magdiwata might punish those who cause destruction to its
natural resources. The mountain is characterized by prominent ranges and the

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towering heights of an elevation approximately 592 meters above sea level
reflect the pride of the Manobos.

Diwata was a woman living in a remote place. She was very pretty among
all the girls in their place. but she is poor. The people living in their place is used
to fought for their safety and because of the scarcity of resources, the other
group of people tried to get their place. Diwata is the bravest among all woman
who foghts for their place. One day, the king saw Diwata and been captivated by
her beauty and later on, loved and married her.

Diwata is very beautiful that the king doesn't want Diwata to fought
against the enemies. He cannot let Diwata to put her life in danger. he wanted to
keep her but she insisted to fight She was very braved that she helped fight the
place against enemies. Years later, Diwata became pregnant. The king is very
happy that he asked Diwata to stop fighting for their place and just let their
warriors to fought for her. But she fought even she was pregnant; unfortunately,
she was killed.

The King was very devastated upon hearing the news that his wife and his
chind inside her womb died in the middle of the war. Because the king loved her
so much, he named the place ' Diwata'.

Years later, the villagers noticed that the place became mountainous and
it resembled a pregnant woman; so, from Diwata they changed it to Mount
Diwata. Later become Mt. Magdiwata.

MT. MAGDIWATA Looks like a lying pregnant woman. The mountainous

feature of this place helps to produce waters and springs and falls that is
abundant to give enough resources for the villagers on their place.

This made the people think that Diwata still protecting their place and
kept on giving resources for the people to live in abundance.

Source: https://agusanmyth.blogspot.com/2018/05/mt.html#:~:text=Magdiwata%20has%20the
%20semblance%20of,destruction%20to%20its%20natural%20resources.

Comprehension Questions:

1. What qualities in Diwata made her both beloved by the king and respected
by her people? How does her bravery impact the course of the story?
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________

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 2. The king loved Diwata deeply but wanted her to stop fighting to protect
her and their unborn child. What does this tension between love,
protection, and freedom tell us about relationships and trust?
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________

3. Why do you think Diwata chose to continue fighting despite the risks to
her life and her unborn child? How does this choice reflect her values and
priorities?
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________

4. Why is Mt. Magdiwata considered sacred by the Manobo indigenous

people?
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________

5. What lessons can be drawn from the way the community honored
Diwata’s legacy by naming the mountain after her? How can we honor the
legacies of those who have sacrificed for us?
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________

The Woven Tapestry

Day 4

Materials Needed: Paper and Pen

Duration: 25 minutes
Directions: Read the questions carefully then write your answers on your
activity

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 notebook.

1. In what ways do these mythical creatures represent the beliefs and fears
of the communities that tell their stories?
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________

2. How do these beliefs influence the behavior and decisions of individuals

within those communities?
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________

3. How do myths and legends shape cultural identity, and what role do they
play in preserving a society's history and values?
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________

4. What is the role of oral tradition in keeping legends and myths alive?
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________

5. As a student/ learner, how will you preserve these stories for the future
generation?
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________

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Answers Key

Activity 1. Mythical Search!

Activity 2. Matchy-Match!

1. h
2. c
3. e
4. f
5. i
Day 2 Activity 1. True or False 6. j
7. b
1. T 8. g
2. F (The Tikbalang is primarily found in Luzon, particularly in9.Central
d Luzon and Cagayan
Valley.) 10. a
3. T
4. F (Kapres are giant creatures associated with tall trees and are known to smoke
cigars.)
5. T
6. T
7. F (The White Lady is often linked to tragic events and seen in urban areas like Metro
Manila
and Baguio.)
8. T
9. T
10. T

Day 2 Activity 2. Where Myths Begin

LUZON VISAYAS MINDANAO

Tikbalang Aswang Diwata

Kapre Manananggal Duwende

Tiyanak Sirena

White Lady

Aswang

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Day 4

Possible Answers:
1. Mythical creatures often embody the fears, values, and natural elements that
communities interact with. For example, creatures like the Aswang or Kapre reflect fears of
the unknown, danger in the wilderness, or threats from mysterious forces. They also
represent the community's efforts to explain phenomena like death, illness, or misfortune.
In some cases, these creatures serve as warnings, reinforcing moral behaviors or protecting
sacred spaces.
(Answer may vary)

2. These beliefs often dictate how people act in their daily lives. For instance, individuals
may avoid certain places after dark, like forests or graveyards, out of fear of encountering
these creatures. In some communities, rituals and offerings are performed to appease
spirits or supernatural beings, influencing religious or social practices. Decisions related to
agriculture, safety, or family may also be shaped by these beliefs, as people use them to
explain and manage life's uncertainties.
(Answer may vary)

3. Myths and legends shape cultural identity by conveying a society's beliefs, values, and
traditions, while also preserving its history and providing moral lessons that are passed
down through generations.
(Answer may vary)
4. Oral tradition keeps legends and myths alive by passing them down through storytelling,
ensuring they are preserved, shared, and adapted across generations within a community.
(Answer may vary)

5. As a student, I can preserve these stories for future generations by sharing them through
storytelling, writing, and digital platforms. Engaging with them in school projects,
documenting them, and teaching younger generations will help ensure these cultural
treasures are passed on and appreciated.
(Answer may vary)

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References

“Filipinas Heritage Library | Music of the Lumad,” n.d.

https://www.filipinaslibrary.org.ph/himig/music-of-the-lumad/.

Buenconsejo, Jose S. Songs and Gifts at the Frontier, 2013.

https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315024066.

Kim, Jason. “Philippines Mythical Creatures Explained.” Mythosaurus.Com (blog),

January 19, 2024. https://mythosaurus.com/philippines-mythical-creatures.

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