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    The document discusses how residents in rural and coastal communities in the Philippines protect themselves from excessive heat, light, and noise. They utilize traditional methods like woven hats, nipa huts, shade-giving trees and shelters. Community leaders organize activities like tree-planting and install structures like shade sails to increase protection and reduce exposure for residents.

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    The document discusses how residents in rural and coastal communities in the Philippines protect themselves from excessive heat, light, and noise. They utilize traditional methods like woven hats, nipa huts, shade-giving trees and shelters. Community leaders organize activities like tree-planting and install structures like shade sails to increase protection and reduce exposure for residents.

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    The document discusses how residents in rural and coastal communities in the Philippines protect themselves from excessive heat, light, and noise. They utilize traditional methods like woven hats, nipa huts, shade-giving trees and shelters. Community leaders organize activities like tree-planting and install structures like shade sails to increase protection and reduce exposure for residents.

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    4th grade

    Reading for Health: Protecting


    Yourself from Excessive Light,
    Heat, and Sound
    Prepared by:
    PAIR READING / GROUP READING

    1
    Beating the Heat in the Barrio

    2
    Seeking Shelter from the Sun

    3
    Quietude Amidst the Noise
    In a rural barangay in the Philippines, where
    the sun blazed relentlessly during the summer
    months, the residents had to find creative
    ways to protect themselves from the
    scorching heat. Lola Ines, a wise elder in the
    community, shared her knowledge of
    traditional methods to stay cool. She taught
    the children how to make "salakot"
    (traditional Filipino hats) from woven coconut
    leaves, providing shade for their heads while
    they worked in the fields. The barangay
    council also organized tree-planting activities
    to increase greenery and shade in the
    community. Additionally, families
    constructed "nipa huts" with thatched roofs
    and raised floors to promote airflow and
    ventilation. With these measures in place, the
    residents were better equipped to cope with
    the intense heat of the Philippine summer.
    Beating the Heat in the Barrio

    1. How do the residents protect themselves from excessive


    heat?
    2. What traditional methods are mentioned in the story to
    stay cool in the Philippines?
    3. What initiatives are implemented by the community
    leaders to reduce exposure to excessive heat?
    4. How do these measures benefit the residents in coping
    with extreme heat?
    In a coastal barangay in the Philippines,
    where the sun beat down relentlessly
    throughout the year, the residents had to find
    ways to protect themselves from excessive
    light and UV radiation. Nanay Rosa, a
    resourceful mother in the community, taught
    her children the importance of seeking
    shelter from the sun during the hottest hours
    of the day. She encouraged them to wear
    wide-brimmed hats and lightweight clothing
    with long sleeves to protect their skin from
    sunburn. The barangay council also installed
    shade sails and built shelters in public spaces
    like parks and playgrounds to provide refuge
    from the harsh sunlight. Additionally, families
    planted tall trees around their homes to
    create natural shade and coolness. With these
    measures in place, the residents were better
    able to shield themselves from the harmful
    effects of excessive light exposure.
    Guide Questions:
    1. How do the residents protect themselves from excessive light
    and UV radiation?
    2. What methods are mentioned in the story to seek shelter from
    the sun in the Philippines?
    3. What initiatives are implemented by the community leaders to
    reduce exposure to excessive light?
    4. How do these measures benefit the residents in shielding
    themselves from the harmful effects of excessive light exposure?
    In a bustling city in the Philippines, where
    the cacophony of traffic and urban activities
    never seemed to cease, the residents sought
    refuge from excessive noise pollution. Tita
    Ana, a compassionate neighbor in the
    community, shared her tips for finding
    quietude amidst the noise. She advised her
    neighbors to invest in soundproofing
    materials for their homes, such as double-
    glazed windows and heavy curtains, to block
    out street noise. The barangay council also
    implemented noise regulations, such as
    enforcing quiet hours and prohibiting loud
    gatherings, to maintain peace and tranquility
    in residential areas. Additionally, families
    planted bushes and trees along roadsides to
    act as natural sound barriers. With these
    measures in place, the residents were better
    able to find solace in the midst of urban noise
    pollution.
    Guide Questions:
    1. How do the residents protect themselves from excessive noise
    pollution?
    2. What methods are mentioned in the story to find quietude
    amidst noise pollution in the Philippines?
    3. What initiatives are implemented by the community leaders to
    reduce exposure to excessive noise?
    4. How do these measures benefit the residents in finding solace
    amidst urban noise pollution?
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    learned from our
    readings for today?

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