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Stories For Research - TG
I woke up that early Monday morning full of enthusiasm and also fear. I hurriedly ate my
breakfast and took a bath. Mother prepared fried “tinapa “matched with “ lube-lube “ cooked in
coconut milk for my lunch. Mother gave me my new tailored uniform. I was also very excited to
wear my less expensive black shoes together with the bag I bought from Tabaco Supermarket
last May when it offered a 50% discount during their “Back to School” sale.
While I was riding in our “ banca “, I felt nervous that I would be going to a place the was
totally new to me. I was unsure of what awaited in that strange place. Around 7:00 am, we
arrived and I could see new faces. I felt shy as I gazed at the coupon bond posted on the door. I
entered the room after seeing my name. I felt relaxed when I saw that my seatmate was friendly.
I was quite secured.
I woke up that early Monday morning full of enthusiasm and also fear. I hurriedly ate my
breakfast and took a bath. Mother prepared fried “tinapa “matched with “ lube-lube “ cooked in
coconut milk for my lunch. Mother gave me my new tailored uniform. I was also very excited to
wear my less expensive black shoes together with the bag I bought from Tabaco Supermarket
last May when it offered a 50% discount during their “Back to School” sale.
While I was riding in our “ banca “, I felt nervous that I would be going to a place the was
totally new to me. I was unsure of what awaited in that strange place. Around 7:00 am, we
arrived and I could see new faces. I felt shy as I gazed at the coupon bond posted on the door. I
entered the room after seeing my name. I felt relaxed when I saw that my seatmate was friendly.
I was quite secured.
I woke up that early Monday morning full of enthusiasm and also fear. I hurriedly ate my
breakfast and took a bath. Mother prepared fried “tinapa “matched with “ lube-lube “ cooked in
coconut milk for my lunch. Mother gave me my new tailored uniform. I was also very excited to
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wear my less expensive black shoes together with the bag I bought from Tabaco Supermarket
last May when it offered a 50% discount during their “Back to School” sale.
While I was riding in our “ banca “, I felt nervous that I would be going to a place the was
totally new to me. I was unsure of what awaited in that strange place. Around 7:00 am, we
arrived and I could see new faces. I felt shy as I gazed at the coupon bond posted on the door. I
entered the room after seeing my name. I felt relaxed when I saw that my seatmate was friendly.
I was quite secured.
IV. Pre-test
V. Breaking of Barriers
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn? If you were the boy would you feel
the same?
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
Lito is a very poor boy. He lives in an island barangay in Cagraray. He has seven sisters
and three brothers. Among them, he is the eldest and the right hand of his father in roaming
around their barangay to buy discarded metals, plastics, bottles and other useless things to be
sold to the junkshop in San Pedro, Bacacay,Albay. Their whole day work is always rewarded
with minimal amount barely enough for their needs for food. Yet Lito never felt hopeless that
someday he will become a business tycoon.
Lito is a very poor boy. He lives in an island barangay in Cagraray. He has seven sisters
and three brothers. Among them, he is the eldest and the right hand of his father in roaming
around their barangay to buy discarded metals, plastics, bottles and other useless things to be
sold to the junkshop in San Pedro, Bacacay,Albay. Their whole day work is always rewarded
with minimal amount barely enough for their needs for food. Yet Lito never felt hopeless that
someday he will become a business tycoon.
Lito is a very poor boy. He lives in an island barangay in Cagraray. He has seven sisters
and three brothers. Among them, he is the eldest and the right hand of his father in roaming
around their barangay to buy discarded metals, plastics, bottles and other useless things to be
sold to the junkshop in San Pedro, Bacacay,Albay. Their whole day work is always rewarded
with minimal amount barely enough for their needs for food. Yet Lito never felt hopeless that
someday he will become a business tycoon.
IV. Pre-test
V. Breaking of Barriers
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn? I
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
Teacher: If most of you got 4 or 5 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 3 and below
we must reteach the lesson.
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I've been aware for two years already that I need to serve as the head of the family due to
the death of my father. That's the main reason why I don't surrender studying despite lack of
money for my allowance and daily needs. I am disgusted that we are living in poverty, yet the
only way for me to get my family out of this is to strive hard and face the challenges ahead. I
truly believed that “the roots of education are bitter but the fruit is sweet.”
I've been aware for two years already that I need to serve as the head of the family due to
the death of my father. That's the main reason why I don't surrender studying despite lack of
money for my allowance and daily needs. I am disgusted that we are living in poverty, yet the
only way for me to get my family out of this is to strive hard and face the challenges ahead. I
truly believed that “the roots of education are bitter but the fruit is sweet.”
I've been aware for two years already that I need to serve as the head of the family due to
the death of my father. That's the main reason why I don't surrender studying despite lack of
money for my allowance and daily needs. I am disgusted that we are living in poverty, yet the
only way for me to get my family out of this is to strive hard and face the challenges ahead. I
truly believed that “the roots of education are bitter but the fruit is sweet.”
IV. Pre-test
V. Breaking of Barriers
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn? I
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
Teacher: If most of you got 4 or 5 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 3 and below
we must reteach the lesson.
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All the constituents of Brgy. Pili are very busy putting their things in a safe and elevated
place. Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAG-
ASA) gave a forecast this morning that the typhoon Agaton will hit the nearby town in the
afternoon. It is a super typhoon so the authorities keep on informing the people to evacuate
immediately to the nearest evacuation center. Everybody is advised through text by the National
Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) to do all the necessary
precautions to avoid casualties. Classes at all levels are already suspended.
All the constituents of Brgy. Pili are very busy putting their things in a safe and elevated
place. Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAG-
ASA) gave a forecast this morning that the typhoon Agaton will hit the nearby town in the
afternoon. It is a super typhoon so the authorities keep on informing the people to evacuate
immediately to the nearest evacuation center. Everybody is advised through text by the National
Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) to do all the necessary
precautions to avoid casualties. Classes at all levels are already suspended.
All the constituents of Brgy. Pili are very busy putting their things in a safe and elevated
place. Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAG-
ASA) gave a forecast this morning that the typhoon Agaton will hit the nearby town in the
afternoon. It is a super typhoon so the authorities keep on informing the people to evacuate
immediately to the nearest evacuation center. Everybody is advised through text by the National
Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) to do all the necessary
precautions to avoid casualties. Classes at all levels are already suspended.
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IV. Pre-test
1. Who are busy putting their things in an elevated and safe place?
2. What is the institution that gives forecast about the weather?
3. Why are people very afraid of the typhoon?
4. How are the people motivated by the authorities to evacuate and attain zero casualty?
5. If a typhoon hit your area, what would you do to avoid casualty in your family?
V. Breaking of Barriers
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn? I
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
1. Who are busy putting their things in an elevated and safe place?
2. What is the institution that gives forecast about the weather?
3. Why are people very afraid of the typhoon?
4. How are the people motivated by the authorities to evacuate and attain zero casualty?
5. If a typhoon hit your area, what would you do to avoid casualty in your family?
Teacher: If most of you got 4 or 5 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 3 and below
we must reteach the lesson.
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A Proud Son
By: Salvador B. Cenita
My father is very responsible and caring. He works hard everyday to support our daily
needs and ensure that we are always okay. Even though he is very busy, he goes to Pili
National High School every time that there are meetings, programs and activities. Whenever I
join contests, programs and camping, he always pushes me to do my best and pray for God’s
guidance. Because of these, I show how much I love him by studying hard. He is the best father
in the whole world!
A Proud Son
By: Salvador B. Cenita
My father is very responsible and caring. He works hard everyday to support our daily
needs and ensure that we are always okay. Even though he is very busy, he goes to Pili
National High School every time that there are meetings, programs and activities. Whenever I
join contests, programs and camping, he always pushes me to do my best and pray for God’s
guidance. Because of these, I show how much I love him by studying hard. He is the best father
in the whole world!
A Proud Son
By: Salvador B. Cenita
My father is very responsible and caring. He works hard everyday to support our daily
needs and ensure that we are always okay. Even though he is very busy, he goes to Pili
National High School every time that there are meetings, programs and activities. Whenever I
join contests, programs and camping, he always pushes me to do my best and pray for God’s
guidance. Because of these, I show how much I love him by studying hard. He is the best father
in the whole world!
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IV. Pre-test
V. Breaking of Barriers
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn? I
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
Teacher: If most of you got 4 or 5 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 3 and below
we must reteach the lesson.
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Mother nature, like our mothers, is very important to us. She gives us foods to eat, and
almost everything that we need in our daily life. Aside from that, she gives us home and great
comfort that cannot be provided by anyone.
Yet, why do we still need to destroy our forests, seas, rivers, and atmosphere for us to
have a comfortable living? Almost everything is within our reach- foods, tools and knowledge
about almost anything. God created us with minds to be able to know what is right, isn't it?
If we love our mother so much, why not do the same to mother nature?
Mother nature, like our mothers, is very important to us. She gives us foods to eat, and
almost everything that we need in our daily life. Aside from that, she gives us home and great
comfort that cannot be provided by anyone.
Yet, why do we still need to destroy our forests, seas, rivers, and atmosphere for us to
have a comfortable living? Almost everything is within our reach- foods, tools and knowledge
about almost anything. God created us with minds to be able to know what is right, isn't it?
If we love our mother so much, why not do the same to mother nature?
Mother nature, like our mothers, is very important to us. She gives us foods to eat, and
almost everything that we need in our daily life. Aside from that, she gives us home and great
comfort that cannot be provided by anyone.
Yet, why do we still need to destroy our forests, seas, rivers, and atmosphere for us to
have a comfortable living? Almost everything is within our reach- foods, tools and knowledge
about almost anything. God created us with minds to be able to know what is right, isn't it?
If we love our mother so much, why not do the same to mother nature?
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IV. Pre-test
V. Breaking of Barriers
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn? I
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
Teacher: If most of you got 4 to 6 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 3 and below
we must reteach the lesson.
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Mother's Pride
By: Salvador B. Cenita
Ana loves Aling Mina so much. She cooks foods very early in the morning everyday
before going to school. When she returns in the afternoon, she shows perfect scores in the tests
to her mother. She also gives mother some biscuits that she buys from the school canteen. In
return, Aling Mina gives her loving and caring daughter a very warm hug and kiss. She is very
proud of Ana who never fails to give her hope despite having financial problems. She is very
confident that with God’s guidance, Ana will become a teacher someday.
Mother's Pride
By: Salvador B. Cenita
Ana loves Aling Mina so much. She cooks foods very early in the morning everyday
before going to school. When she returns in the afternoon, she shows perfect scores in the tests
to her mother. She also gives mother some biscuits that she buys from the school canteen. In
return, Aling Mina gives her loving and caring daughter a very warm hug and kiss. She is very
proud of Ana who never fails to give her hope despite having financial problems. She is very
confident that with God’s guidance, Ana will become a teacher someday.
Mother's Pride
By: Salvador B. Cenita
Ana loves Aling Mina so much. She cooks foods very early in the morning everyday
before going to school. When she returns in the afternoon, she shows perfect scores in the tests
to her mother. She also gives mother some biscuits that she buys from the school canteen. In
return, Aling Mina gives her loving and caring daughter a very warm hug and kiss. She is very
proud of Ana who never fails to give her hope despite having financial problems. She is very
confident that with God’s guidance, Ana will become a teacher someday.
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IV. Pre-test
V. Breaking of Barriers
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
Teacher: If most of you got 4 to 6 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 3 and below
we must reteach the lesson.
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Nanay Lita attended the Homeroom Parent Teachers Association (HPTA) at Pili National
High School. She was very excited to get the card of her youngest child from Sir Eddie Batalla,
the adviser of Grade 7-Opal. When the name of Rona was called, Nanay Lita was very happy.
Sir Batalla was very happy, too. He told her that Rona got an average grade of 95 or with high
honors during the 3rd quarter. It was the happiest day for Nanay Lita. She thanked God for that
blessings.
When Nanay Lita returned home, she cooked tinola and adobo. Her husband asked if
their was something to be celebrated. But, she didn’t say anything. She just gave Rona a very
warm hug and kiss.
Nanay Lita attended the Homeroom Parent Teachers Association (HPTA) at Pili National
High School. She was very excited to get the card of her youngest child from Sir Eddie Batalla,
the adviser of Grade 7-Opal. When the name of Rona was called, Nanay Lita was very happy.
Sir Batalla was very happy, too. He told her that Rona got an average grade of 95 or with high
honors during the 3rd quarter. It was the happiest day for Nanay Lita. She thanked God for that
blessings.
When Nanay Lita returned home, she cooked tinola and adobo. Her husband asked if
their was something to be celebrated. But, she didn’t say anything. She just gave Rona a very
warm hug and kiss.
Nanay Lita attended the Homeroom Parent Teachers Association (HPTA) at Pili National
High School. She was very excited to get the card of her youngest child from Sir Eddie Batalla,
the adviser of Grade 7-Opal. When the name of Rona was called, Nanay Lita was very happy.
Sir Batalla was very happy, too. He told her that Rona got an average grade of 95 or with high
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honors during the 3rd quarter. It was the happiest day for Nanay Lita. She thanked God for that
blessings.
When Nanay Lita returned home, she cooked tinola and adobo. Her husband asked if
their was something to be celebrated. But, she didn’t say anything. She just gave Rona a very
warm hug and kiss.
IV. Pre-test
V. Breaking of Barriers
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
It was a great Monday morning. Lora put papayas, guavas, santol and pineapple in her
paper bag. Nanay Carol was surprised because her daughter would help her in selling those
fruits. When she learned that it was for the Nutrition Month Celebration in Pili National High
School, Nanay Carol was very happy. Lora told her mother that they would be selling nutritious
fruits for a week among students in order to remind everyone to practice healthy lifestyle.
Nanay Carol was proud upon knowing that her daughter learned something good in
school. She didn’t regret that she decided to let Lora study in Pili National High School.
It was a great Monday morning. Lora put papayas, guavas, santol and pineapple in her
paper bag. Nanay Carol was surprised because her daughter would help her in selling those
fruits. When she learned that it was for the Nutrition Month Celebration in Pili National High
School, Nanay Carol was very happy. Lora told her mother that they would be selling nutritious
fruits for a week among students in order to remind everyone to practice healthy lifestyle.
Nanay Carol was proud upon knowing that her daughter learned something good in
school. She didn’t regret that she decided to let Lora study in Pili National High School.
It was a great Monday morning. Lora put papayas, guavas, santol and pineapple in her
paper bag. Nanay Carol was surprised because her daughter would help her in selling those
fruits. When she learned that it was for the Nutrition Month Celebration in Pili National High
School, Nanay Carol was very happy. Lora told her mother that they would be selling nutritious
fruits for a week among students in order to remind everyone to practice healthy lifestyle.
Nanay Carol was proud upon knowing that her daughter learned something good in
school. She didn’t regret that she decided to let Lora study in Pili National High School.
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IV. Pre-test
V. Breaking of Barriers
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
The Gift
By: Salvador B. Cenita
Mario wanted to buy bag and t-shirt at Pacific Mall but he didn’t know how to choose
what’s best for a 13 year old boy. Cardo, his father, accompanied him because of his expertise
about gifts for children. Mario was very thankful to his father especially when he saw the bag
and t-shirt chosen by father. He truly believed that he had the best gift among his peers.
During the Christmas Party in Pili National High School, Mario was very excited. He
immediately gave the gift to Tino, his “manito”.
The Gift
By: Salvador B. Cenita
Mario wanted to buy bag and t-shirt at Pacific Mall but he didn’t know how to choose
what’s best for a 13 year old boy. Cardo, his father, accompanied him because of his expertise
about gifts for children. Mario was very thankful to his father especially when he saw the bag
and t-shirt chosen by father. He truly believed that he had the best gift among his peers.
During the Christmas Party in Pili National High School, Mario was very excited. He
immediately gave the gift to Tino, his “manito”.
The Gift
By: Salvador B. Cenita
Mario wanted to buy bag and t-shirt at Pacific Mall but he didn’t know how to choose
what’s best for a 13 year old boy. Cardo, his father, accompanied him because of his expertise
about gifts for children. Mario was very thankful to his father especially when he saw the bag
and t-shirt chosen by father. He truly believed that he had the best gift among his peers.
During the Christmas Party in Pili National High School, Mario was very excited. He immediately
gave the gift to Tino, his “manito”.
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IV. Pre-test
V. Breaking of Barriers
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
Teacher: If most of you got 4 to 6 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 3 and below
we must reteach the lesson.
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After recess, Lorna saw her friend, Boyet, while throwing plastic bottle in the garden.
She immediately reprimanded him by saying that their teacher just discussed to them about
proper segregation of waste. Her friend picked up the bottles and said sorry for what he had
done. Lorna just smiled and reminded Boyet to take good care of the only home of humans and
animals- the earth.
During their vacant time, Boyet grabbed the dustpan and broom in order to sweep the
remaining garbage outside their classroom. Lorna reminded him to separate the bio-degradable
from non-biodegradable and recyclables. They both laughed when Boyet said, “Yes, Ma’am!”
After recess, Lorna saw her friend, Boyet, while throwing plastic bottle in the garden.
She immediately reprimanded him by saying that their teacher just discussed to them about
proper segregation of waste. Her friend picked up the bottles and said sorry for what he had
done. Lorna just smiled and reminded Boyet to take good care of the only home of humans and
animals- the earth.
During their vacant time, Boyet grabbed the dustpan and broom in order to sweep the
remaining garbage outside their classroom. Lorna reminded him to separate the bio-degradable
from non-biodegradable and recyclables. They both laughed when Boyet said, “Yes, Ma’am!”
After recess, Lorna saw her friend, Boyet, while throwing plastic bottle in the garden.
She immediately reprimanded him by saying that their teacher just discussed to them about
proper segregation of waste. Her friend picked up the bottles and said sorry for what he had
done. Lorna just smiled and reminded Boyet to take good care of the only home of humans and
animals- the earth.
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During their vacant time, Boyet grabbed the dustpan and broom in order to sweep the
remaining garbage outside their classroom. Lorna reminded him to separate the bio-degradable
from non-biodegradable and recyclables. They both laughed when Boyet said, “Yes, Ma’am!”
IV. Pre-test
V. Breaking of Barriers
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
It was February 13 when Nanay Lina saw her son, Rico, sitting in one corner of the
house and seemed very busy. He was not using any gadget nor reading anything but Nanay
Lina spotted him doing something very strange. He didn’t want to be disturbed, so she just
prepared him his favorite snacks, camote que and buko juice.
The next morning, Rico submitted his project to Mam Sarah Longasa. It was a beautiful
card. He said that it was for his loving and caring mother. After the discussion and recitation,
Mam Longasa told Rico to give the card to mother who deserved to read its content.
So, Rico gave the Valentine’s card to Nanay Lina who was overjoyed and teary-eyed
due to Rico’s surprised gift.
It was February 13 when Nanay Lina saw her son, Rico, sitting in one corner of the
house and seemed very busy. He was not using any gadget nor reading anything but Nanay
Lina spotted him doing something very strange. He didn’t want to be disturbed, so she just
prepared him his favorite snacks, camote que and buko juice.
The next morning, Rico submitted his project to Mam Sarah Longasa. It was a beautiful
card. He said that it was for his loving and caring mother. After the discussion and recitation,
Mam Longasa told Rico to give the card to mother who deserved to read its content.
So, Rico gave the Valentine’s card to Nanay Lina who was overjoyed and teary-eyed
due to Rico’s surprised gift.
It was February 13 when Nanay Lina saw her son, Rico, sitting in one corner of the
house and seemed very busy. He was not using any gadget nor reading anything but Nanay
Lina spotted him doing something very strange. He didn’t want to be disturbed, so she just
prepared him his favorite snacks, camote que and buko juice.
The next morning, Rico submitted his project to Mam Sarah Longasa. It was a beautiful
card. He said that it was for his loving and caring mother. After the discussion and recitation,
Mam Longasa told Rico to give the card to mother who deserved to read its content.
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So, Rico gave the Valentine’s card to Nanay Lina who was overjoyed and teary-eyed
due to Rico’s surprised gift.
IV. Pre-test
V. Breaking of Barriers
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
Teacher: If most of you got 4 to 6 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 3 and below
we must reteach the lesson.
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We journey across vast ocean...seeing only the crust of the earth. Horizon to horizon.
Inspired by the waves slapped on our face, sprinkled with sandstorms it's like facial spa given
by nature. The coldness of the breeze at dawn and the dropping of heavy rains on our backs it's
like body massage. That is something to be appreciated. We were covered by grasses and
mountains. We traveled through gray or luminous rivers. And behind those rocky fields? It's like
meditation for us-feeling so free and quiet. we might catch upon tornado along the way. (Small
thing) It’s just like human tornado coming and going around. We carry big bag where we put
some take home papers and dirty clothes, wear life jacket to make sure of our safety and worst
is walking some miles to reach the place where you can find a “signal” for you to be able to call
your loved ones and check if they are okay or not.
Well then, some would think we were deprived with so many things. But we believe with
nothing-we have everything. We have lots of EXTRA’s. Extra effort to innovate materials for our
beloved students. Extra time and effort to spend Saturdays and Sundays searching information
from the internet for us to bring that to our students to make them somehow updated with what
is happening with our world right now. Extra effort for the visual materials and so many extra’s
just to make sure that we served our dear students. We do these not just be because of the
salary and benefits that we can get but we do that because of our love to our students. Well, I
guess that is what teacher is all about, a person who has not just a Big Head but a Big Heart to
help students no matter how difficult the situation is.
We journey across vast ocean...seeing only the crust of the earth. Horizon to horizon.
Inspired by the waves slapped on our face, sprinkled with sandstorms it's like facial spa given
by nature. The coldness of the breeze at dawn and the dropping of heavy rains on our backs it's
like body massage. That is something to be appreciated. We were covered by grasses and
mountains. We traveled through gray or luminous rivers. And behind those rocky fields? It's like
meditation for us-feeling so free and quiet. we might catch upon tornado along the way. (Small
thing) It’s just like human tornado coming and going around. We carry big bag where we put
some take home papers and dirty clothes, wear life jacket to make sure of our safety and worst
is walking some miles to reach the place where you can find a “signal” for you to be able to call
your loved ones and check if they are okay or not.
Well then, some would think we were deprived with so many things. But we believe with
nothing-we have everything. We have lots of EXTRA’s. Extra effort to innovate materials for our
beloved students. Extra time and effort to spend Saturdays and Sundays searching information
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from the internet for us to bring that to our students to make them somehow updated with what
is happening with our world right now. Extra effort for the visual materials and so many extra’s
just to make sure that we served our dear students. We do these not just be because of the
salary and benefits that we can get but we do that because of our love to our students. Well, I
guess that is what teacher is all about, a person who has not just a Big Head but with a Big
Heart to help students no matter how difficult the situation is.
We journey across vast ocean...seeing only the crust of the earth. Horizon to horizon.
Inspired by the waves slapped on our face, sprinkled with sandstorms it's like facial spa given
by nature. The coldness of the breeze at dawn and the dropping of heavy rains on our backs it's
like body massage. That is something to be appreciated. We were covered by grasses and
mountains. We traveled through gray or luminous rivers. And behind those rocky fields? It's like
meditation for us-feeling so free and quiet. we might catch upon tornado along the way. (Small
thing) It’s just like human tornado coming and going around. We carry big bag where we put
some take home papers and dirty clothes, wear life jacket to make sure of our safety and worst
is walking some miles to reach the place where you can find a “signal” for you to be able to call
your loved ones and check if they are okay or not.
Well then, some would think we were deprived with so many things. But we believe with
nothing-we have everything. We have lots of EXTRA’s. Extra effort to innovate materials for our
beloved students. Extra time and effort to spend Saturdays and Sundays searching information
from the internet for us to bring that to our students to make them somehow updated with what
is happening with our world right now. Extra effort for the visual materials and so many extra’s
just to make sure that we served our dear students. We do these not just be because of the
salary and benefits that we can get but we do that because of our love to our students. Well, I
guess that is what teacher is all about, a person who has not just a Big Head but with a Big
Heart to help students no matter how difficult the situation is.
IV. Pre-test
d. deprived – not having the things that are needed for a good or healthy life
e. innovate - to do something in a new way; to have new ideas about how something
can be done.
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
Teacher: If most of you got 3 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 2 and below we
must reteach the lesson.
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Lovely Gift
By: Maricel B. Ubaldo
This is the first time when Corazon celebrated her birthday without her mother. It
happens that her mother is working in Singapore for two years and though its hard at first but
she was able to adjust and accept that her mother has to work abroad to give them a good life
and a better future. But all her sadness disappears when her mother sent a gift which is a lovely
dress and a pair of shoes. Corazon liked it very much.
Corazon went to her friend Lala and show the gift from her mother. “Look at this dress
and shoes! It’s a gift from Mom.”
“Well put it on,” Lala said to Corazon. “I want to see it on you. Are the shoes too big?
Corazon tried the dress as well as the shoes. “No,” said Corazon, “not at all. It suits me
and love it just as it is!”
Lala said, “This is indeed a lovely gift I am happy that your mom found this gift for you.”
Then Corazon said, “Yes, it is very lovely.”
Lovely Gift
By: Maricel B. Ubaldo
This is the first time when Corazon celebrated her birthday without her mother. It
happens that her mother is working in Singapore for two years and though its hard at first but
she was able to adjust and accept that her mother has to work abroad to give them a good life
and a better future. But all her sadness disappears when her mother sent a gift which is a lovely
dress and a pair of shoes. Corazon liked it very much.
Corazon went to her friend Lala and show the gift from her mother. “Look at this dress
and shoes! It’s a gift from Mom.”
“Well put it on,” Lala said to Corazon. “I want to see it on you. Are the shoes too big?
Corazon tried the dress as well as the shoes. “No,” said Corazon, “not at all. It suits me
and love it just as it is!”
Lala said, “This is indeed a lovely gift I am happy that your mom found this gift for you.”
Then Corazon said, “Yes, it is very lovely.”
This is the first time when Corazon celebrated her birthday without her mother. It
happens that her mother is working in Singapore for two years and though its hard at first but
she was able to adjust and accept that her mother has to work abroad to give them a good life
and a better future. But all her sadness disappears when her mother sends a gift which is a
lovely dress and a pair of shoes. Corazon liked it very much.
Corazon went to her friend Lala and show the gift from her mother. “Look at this dress
and shoes! It’s a gift from Mom.”
“Well put it on,” Lala said to Corazon. “I want to see it on you. Are the shoes too big?
Corazon tried the dress as well as the shoes. “No,” said Corazon, “not at all. It suits me
and love it just as it is!”
Lala said, “This is indeed a lovely gift I am happy that your mom found this gift for you.”
Then Corazon said, “Yes, it is very lovely.”
IV. Pre-test
V. Breaking of Barriers
Teacher: What are the terms that are difficult?
e.g.
a. Celebrate – to do something special or enjoyable for an important event, occasion,
holiday
etc.
b. Adjust – to change (something) in a minor way so that it works better
c. Accept – to receive or take (something)
d. Indeed - without any question
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
1. What is the title of the short story?
2. Who celebrated her birthday?
3. Is this the first time that she celebrated her birthday without her mother?
4. What kind of gift did she receive from her mother?
Teacher: If most of you got 3-4 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 2 and below we
must reteach the lesson.
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Memorable Trip
By: Maricel B. Ubaldo
Dad, Mom and Jhea took the trip to the sea. Jhea was a very special child to her parents.
So they wanted this week at the sea to be happy one for her. The trip was a gift from Mom and
Dad. This made the last week of her summer a very happy time.
Jhea and her parents took a boat out on the sea. Jhea liked this more than anything.
Even as a little child, she had always liked going to the sea. She liked to sail and to swim. She
was a good swimmer. Often her cousins came to the sea with her. Her cousins were good
swimmers too.
Mom smiled when she thought about how Jhea tried to swim as a little girl. Jhea put her
face under the water and put her legs up in the air. She was not afraid of the water at all.
These summer trips to the sea were special to the family. Maybe they would not be able
to go there again. But for now they were very happy.
Memorable Trip
By: Maricel B. Ubaldo
Dad, Mom and Jhea took the trip to the sea. Jhea was a very special child to her parents.
So they wanted this week at the sea to be happy one for her. The trip was a gift from Mom and
Dad. This made the last week of her summer a very happy time.
Jhea and her parents took a boat out on the sea. Jhea liked this more than anything.
Even as a little child, she had always liked going to the sea. She liked to sail and to swim. She
was a good swimmer. Often her cousins came to the sea with her. Her cousins were good
swimmers too.
Mom smiled when she thought about how Jhea tried to swim as a little girl. Jhea put her
face under the water and put her legs up in the air. She was not afraid of the water at all.
These summer trips to the sea were special to the family. Maybe they would not be able
to go there again. But for now they were very happy.
Memorable Trip
By: Maricel B. Ubaldo
Dad, Mom and Jhea took the trip to the sea. Jhea was a very special child to her parents.
So they wanted this week at the sea to be happy one for her. The trip was a gift from Mom and
Dad. This made the last week of her summer a very happy time.
Jhea and her parents took a boat out on the sea. Jhea liked this more than anything.
Even as a little child, she had always liked going to the sea. She liked to sail and to swim. She
was a good swimmer. Often her cousins came to the sea with her. Her cousins were good
swimmers too.
Mom smiled when she thought about how Jhea tried to swim as a little girl. Jhea put her
face under the water and put her legs up in the air. She was not afraid of the water at all.
These summer trips to the sea were special to the family. Maybe they would not be able
to go there again. But for now they were very happy.
IV. Pre-test
V. Breaking of Barriers
Teacher: What are the terms that are difficult?
e.g.
a. Special – uncommon, particularly favored
b. Swim – an act of swimming
c. Summer – the season of the year in a region in which the sun shines most
directly.
d. Trip- to move with light quick steps
e. Afraid – filled with fear or apprehension.
Teacher: Now, let us use them in sentences.
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
1. What is the gift that Jhea receive from her parents?
2. Where did they go?
3. Why does Jhea consider this as a memorable trip?
VIII. Deciding Point
Teacher: If most of you got 3 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 2 and below we
must reteach the lesson.
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It was last year summer vacation when Janwin decided to visit his friend in the city. He
made the trip by bus. It took him about two hours. When Janwin got there, his friend Norly took
him to the house. They had a great time visiting and playing and talking.
One day they walked down the street to a city park. They played in the park all day long
until it was almost dark. Then they started home again. After walking for an hour, the boys were
not yet home. Janwin thought they must have been lost. “Where are we?” he asked Norly. “Are
you sure you know where we are?” “Well, I’m not so sure any more,” Norly said.” But I think my
house is near here. Let’s walk on down this street, Janwin. I think I’ve seen these houses
before.” The boys walked and walked and walked. Their feet hurt very much.
The boys became afraid as it started to get dark. They could not find their way home at
all. They were lost in the big city. I wish I could see my street,” Norly said. “I would be so happy.
This city is really big, and the streets and houses all look the same to me.
At last they saw Norly’s mother and father. They had been looking for the lost boys for
an hour or more. How happy Janwin and Norly were! How happy Norly’s mother and father
were, also! This one trip that Janwin would never, never forget.
It was last year summer vacation when Janwin decided to visit his friend in the city. He
made the trip by bus. It took him about two hours. When Janwin got there, his friend Norly took
him to the house. They had a great time visiting and playing and talking.
One day they walked down the street to a city park. They played in the park all day long
until it was almost dark. Then they started home again. After walking for an hour, the boys were
not yet home. Janwin thought they must have been lost. “Where are we?” he asked Norly. “Are
you sure you know where we are?” “Well, I’m not so sure any more,” Norly said.” But I think my
house is near here. Let’s walk on down this street, Janwin. I think I’ve seen these houses
before.” The boys walked and walked and walked. Their feet hurt very much.
The boys became afraid as it started to get dark. They could not find their way home at
all. They were lost in the big city. I wish I could see my street,” Norly said. “I would be so happy.
This city is really big, and the streets and houses all look the same to me.
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At last they saw Norly’s mother and father. They had been looking for the lost boys for
an hour or more. How happy Janwin and Norly were! How happy Norly’s mother and father
were, also! This one trip that Janwin would never, never forget.
It was last year summer vacation when Janwin decided to visit his friend in the city. He
made the trip by bus. It took him about two hours. When Janwin got there, his friend Norly took
him to the house. They had a great time visiting and playing and talking.
One day they walked down the street to a city park. They played in the park all day long
until it was almost dark. Then they started home again. After walking for an hour, the boys were
not yet home. Janwin thought they must have been lost. “Where are we?” he asked Norly. “Are
you sure you know where we are?” “Well, I’m not so sure any more,” Norly said.” But I think my
house is near here. Let’s walk on down this street, Janwin. I think I’ve seen these houses
before.” The boys walked and walked and walked. Their feet hurt very much.
The boys became afraid as it started to get dark. They could not find their way home at
all. They were lost in the big city. I wish I could see my street,” Norly said. “I would be so happy.
This city is really big, and the streets and houses all look the same to me.
At last they saw Norly’s mother and father. They had been looking for the lost boys for
an hour or more. How happy Janwin and Norly were! How happy Norly’s mother and father
were, also! This one trip that Janwin would never, never forget.
IV. Pre-test
V. Breaking of Barriers
e. hurt -
to cause pain or injury to (yourself, someone else, or a part of your
body).
Teacher: Now, let us use them in sentences.
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
1. Who is the friend of Janwin?
2. What happen to them?
3. Why do they get lost?
4. How did they get home?
5. Why do Janwin consider this as an unforgettable experience?
Teacher: If most of you got 4 to 5 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 3 and
below we must reteach the lesson.
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Linda and Joey have a big garden. It gives them lots of good food to eat, to sell and to
give away. Some of the things they grow are onions, squash and beans. Many people came to
their farm to buy what they need. Linda and Joey give gifts of food to their family, some friends
and some poor people.
Every week they fill up a basket with onions, squash or beans and take it to a poor family
with four to five children. The father and mother always invite Joey and Linda for dinner. They
bring more than food. They bring love and joy to that poor family.
Linda and Joey have a big garden. It gives them lots of good food to eat, to sell and to
give away. Some of the things they grow are onions, squash and beans. Many people came to
their farm to buy what they need. Linda and Joey give gifts of food to their family, some friends
and some poor people.
Every week they fill up a basket with onions, squash or beans and take it to a poor family
with four to five children. The father and mother always invite Joey and Linda for dinner. They
bring more than food. They bring love and joy to that poor family.
Linda and Joey have a big garden. It gives them lots of good food to eat, to sell and to
give away. Some of the things they grow are onions, squash and beans. Many people came to
their farm to buy what they need. Linda and Joey give gifts of food to their family, some friends
and some poor people.
Every week they fill up a basket with onions, squash or beans and take it to a poor family
with four to five children. The father and mother always invite Joey and Linda for dinner. They
bring more than food. They bring love and joy to that poor family.
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IV. Pre-test
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
1. What are the things that can be found at Linda and Joey big garden?
2. Do they share some of their products to their families and friends?
3. What kind of help they give to the poor family?
Teacher: If most of you got 3 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 2 and
below we must reteach the lesson.
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Lester went to school when he was six years old. He had to go to school in his town. He
went with his brother Carlo and sister Melinda.
Lester loved to play ball. But schoolwork was almost too hard to for him. He wanted to
read the books, but they were too hard to understand. School was almost like a prison to him
because he was afraid. He was afraid he would fail.
His mother and father prayed for Lester every day. They asked the Lord to help their son.
They did not want Lester to fail in school. One day. They took Lester to the eye doctor. They
wanted to see if his eyes were good for schoolwork. The doctor found that Lester had bad eyes.
Lester had to get glasses. After that he could read every book he was asked to read.
Now Lester is older. He loves to both play ball and read books. And he still has glasses.
Lester went to school when he was six years old. He had to go to school in his town. He
went with his brother Carlo and sister Melinda.
Lester loved to play ball. But schoolwork was almost too hard to for him. He wanted to
read the books, but they were too hard to understand. School was almost like a prison to him
because he was afraid. He was afraid he would fail.
His mother and father prayed for Lester every day. They asked the Lord to help their son.
They did not want Lester to fail in school. One day. They took Lester to the eye doctor. They
wanted to see if his eyes were good for schoolwork. The doctor found that Lester had bad eyes.
Lester had to get glasses. After that he could read every book he was asked to read.
Now Lester is older. He loves to both play ball and read books. And he still has glasses.
Lester went to school when he was six years old. He had to go to school in his town. He
went with his brother Carlo and sister Melinda.
Lester loved to play ball. But schoolwork was almost too hard to for him. He wanted to
read the books, but they were too hard to understand. School was almost like a prison to him
because he was afraid. He was afraid he would fail.
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His mother and father prayed for Lester every day. They asked the Lord to help their son.
They did not want Lester to fail in school. One day. They took Lester to the eye doctor. They
wanted to see if his eyes were good for schoolwork. The doctor found that Lester had bad eyes.
Lester had to get glasses. After that he could read every book he was asked to read.
Now Lester is older. He loves to both play ball and read books. And he still has glasses.
IV. Pre-test
V. Breaking of Barriers
Teacher: What are the terms that are difficult?
a. Understand – to know the meaning of (something, such as the words that someone
is saying or a language)
b. Prison – a building where people are kept as punishment for a crime or while
they are waiting to go to court.
c. Fail – to not succeed: to end without success
d. Prayed – to speak to God especially in order to give thanks or to ask
something.
e. Glasses – a hard usually transparent material that is used for making windows
and other products.
f. Found - past and past participle of find
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
1. Who are the characters in the story?
2. Does Lester enjoys reading and be in school?
3. How does his mother help him?
Teacher: If most of you got 3 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 2 and
below we must reteach the lesson.
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Every day my teacher will tell us to read, to write and pay attention to the lessons given
to us…. honestly it annoys me every time I hear those words.
Even my mother always tells me to read and do my assignments instead of playing and
doing none sense things, every day the scenario is always like this. . .
As a child, I cannot do anything but to follow them. I will act as if I am reading the books
but the truth is I was just pretending to read and only count the number of words in that story.
That is our everyday scenario until such time that my mother gets tired of doing that aside from
my teacher asked her to go to our school because of my absences and records of cutting
classes. Until I come to a point that I do not go to school anymore and instead spend time with
my friends going anywhere and anytime I want.
Time come when I feel I can work and earn money on my own, I go with my friends who
works in farm and at first enjoy the feeling to have my own money and be free from my mother
and other people who would tell me what to do. I also learned other jobs earning a small amount
of money to sustain my everyday needs.
Then one day, I realized that all these jobs is really very hard.
I remember what my mother told me, “My son I will do anything be it washing everyday a
bulk of clothes from other people and other jobs for me to earn money I will do that just to make
sure you finish your study and someday land on a good job. I hope that you will study hard and
follow all the things that I am telling you because this is all for your own good.”
I also remember what my teacher told us: “always study and strive hard for education is
a kind of wealth that doesn’t run out and cannot be taken away from you. It is also a way for you
to achieve your ambitions and goals in life.”
But how will I do that? I already lost that opportunity that was once given to me. They are
indeed right.
Every day my teacher will tell us to read, to write and pay attention to the lessons given
to us…. honestly it annoys me every time I hear those words.
Even my mother always tells me to read and do my assignments instead of playing and
doing none sense things, every day the scenario is always like this. . .
As a child, I cannot do anything but to follow them. I will act as if I am reading the books
but the truth is I was just pretending to read and only count the number of words in that story.
That is our everyday scenario until such time that my mother gets tired of doing that aside from
my teacher asked her to go to our school because of my absences and records of cutting
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classes. Until I come to a point that I do not go to school anymore and instead spend time with
my friends going anywhere and anytime I want.
Time come when I feel I can work and earn money on my own, I go with my friends who
works in farm and at first enjoy the feeling to have my own money and be free from my mother
and other people who would tell me what to do. I also learned other jobs earning a small amount
of money to sustain my everyday needs.
Then one day, I realized that all these jobs is really very hard.
I remember what my mother told me, “My son I will do anything be it washing everyday a
bulk of clothes from other people and other jobs for me to earn money I will do that just to make
sure you finish your study and someday land on a good job. I hope that you will study hard and
follow all the things that I am telling you because this is all for your own good.”
I also remember what my teacher told us: “always study and strive hard for education is
a kind of wealth that doesn’t run out and cannot be taken away from you. It is also a way for you
to achieve your ambitions and goals in life.”
But how will I do that? I already lost that opportunity that was once given to me. They are
indeed right.
Every day my teacher will tell us to read, to write and pay attention to the lessons given
to us…. honestly it annoys me every time I hear those words.
Even my mother always tells me to read and do my assignments instead of playing and
doing none sense things, every day the scenario is always like this. . .
As a child, I cannot do anything but to follow them. I will act as if I am reading the books
but the truth is I was just pretending to read and only count the number of words in that story.
That is our everyday scenario until such time that my mother gets tired of doing that aside from
my teacher asked her to go to our school because of my absences and records of cutting
classes. Until I come to a point that I do not go to school anymore and instead spend time with
my friends going anywhere and anytime I want.
Time come when I feel I can work and earn money on my own, I go with my friends who
works in farm and at first enjoy the feeling to have my own money and be free from my mother
and other people who would tell me what to do. I also learned other jobs earning a small amount
of money to sustain my everyday needs.
Then one day, I realized that all those jobs are really very hard.
I remember what my mother told me, “My son I will do anything be it washing everyday a
bulk of clothes from other people and other jobs for me to earn money I will do that just to make
sure you finish your study and someday land on a good job. I hope that you will study hard and
follow all the things that I am telling you because this is all for your own good.”
I also remember what my teacher told us: “always study and strive hard for education is
a kind of wealth that doesn’t run out and cannot be taken away from you. It is also a way for you
to achieve your ambitions and goals in life.”
But how will I do that? I already lost that opportunity that was once given to me. They are
indeed right.
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IV. Pre-test
V. Breaking of Barriers
Teacher: What are the terms that are difficult?
a. Attention – the act or power of carefully thinking about, listening to, or
watching someone or something.
b. Scenario – a description of what could possibly happen, a written
description of a play, movie, opera etc.
c. Pretending – to act as if something is true when it is not true.
d. Strive – to try very hard to do or achieve something.
e. Opportunity – an amount of time or a situation in which something can be
done.
f. Indeed – without any question
Teacher: Now, let us use them in sentences.
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
1. What are the things that annoys him?
2. Why does he have to work?
3. Does he get tired of those jobs?
Teacher: If most of you got 3 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 2 and
below we must reteach the lesson.
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IV. Pre-test
V. Breaking of Barriers
Teacher: What are the terms that are difficult?
a. Source – someone or something that provides what is wanted or needed.
b. Island – a tract of land surrounded by water and smaller than a continent.
c. Products – something that is made or grown to be sold or used.
d. Wonder- something or someone that is very surprising, beautiful, amazing etc.
e. Despite – the feeling or attitude of despising someone or something
f. Catch - to use your hands to stop and hold
g. Protect- to keep (someone or something) from being harmed.
h. Dynamite- a powerful explosive that is often used in form of a stick.
i. Coral - a hard material formed on the bottom of the sea by the skeletons of small
creatures
j. Illegal – not allowed by the law.
k. Prohibited- to order (someone) not to use or do something.
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
VII. Post Test
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
Teacher: If most of you got 4 to 6 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 3 and
below we must reteach the lesson.
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Answered Prayer
By: Maricel B. Ubaldo
Yesterday morning, I went to see Uncle Tonio and Aunt Mercedes. I heard there had
been a bad flood. It came up to the roof of one house in their town. There was a lot of trouble.
Even some snakes, animals and big birds came after the flood. Aunt Mercedes and Uncle Tonio
saw a big snake and some crows. But my aunt and uncle prayed, and friends came by to help
them. Then, all they found at their house was one hungry crow.
Last evening, I left uncle Tonio and aunt Mercedes at their little house. Their faith in
Jesus gives them power over all their troubles. It gives them power over all the plans of the devil.
They always thank Jesus for keeping them well and happy.
Answered Prayer
By: Maricel B. Ubaldo
Yesterday morning, I went to see Uncle Tonio and Aunt Mercedes. I heard there had
been a bad flood. It came up to the roof of one house in their town. There was a lot of trouble.
Even some snakes, animals and big birds came after the flood. Aunt Mercedes and Uncle Tonio
saw a big snake and some crows. But my aunt and uncle prayed, and friends came by to help
them. Then, all they found at their house was one hungry crow.
Last evening, I left uncle Tonio and aunt Mercedes at their little house. Their faith in
Jesus gives them power over all their troubles. It gives them power over all the plans of the devil.
They always thank Jesus for keeping them well and happy.
Answered Prayer
By: Maricel B. Ubaldo
Yesterday morning, I went to see Uncle Tonio and Aunt Mercedes. I heard there had
been a bad flood. It came up to the roof of one house in their town. There was a lot of trouble.
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Even some snakes, animals and big birds came after the flood. Aunt Mercedes and Uncle Tonio
saw a big snake and some crows. But my aunt and uncle prayed, and friends came by to help
them. Then, all they found at their house was one hungry crow.
Last evening, I left uncle Tonio and aunt Mercedes at their little house. Their faith in
Jesus gives them power over all their troubles. It gives them power over all the plans of the devil.
They always thank Jesus for keeping them well and happy.
IV. Pre-test
V. Breaking of Barriers
Teacher: What are the terms that are difficult?
a. Flood- a large amount of water covering an area of land that is usually dry.
b. Trouble – to make (someone) feel worried or upset
c. Hungry – suffering because of lack of food: greatly affected by hunger.
something.
d. Faith – strong belief or trust in someone or something.
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
Teacher: If most of you got 4 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 3 and
below we must reteach the lesson.
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One day Norberto came home from school. He was very hungry and wanted something
to eat. He went into the kitchen.
“Mom, what do you have to eat?” said Norberto. “I smell something good. Is that some of
your special bread I smell?”
“Yes, it is. I just made some homemade bread today,” Mom answered.
“It smells so good that it makes my mouth water!” said Norberto.
“Try this,” Mom said as she gave him a thick piece. Norberto put it in his mouth and ate it
quickly.
Then he ate some more thick piece. Both pieces were so good!
Norberto said to his sister, “This is life! I’ll never be hungry any more --- until dinner.
One day Norberto came home from school. He was very hungry and wanted something
to eat. He went into the kitchen.
“Mom, what do you have to eat?” said Norberto. “I smell something good. Is that some of
your special bread I smell?”
“Yes, it is. I just made some homemade bread today,” Mom answered.
“It smells so good that it makes my mouth water!” said Norberto.
“Try this,” Mom said as she gave him a thick piece. Norberto put it in his mouth and ate it
quickly.
Then he ate some more thick piece. Both pieces were so good!
Norberto said to his sister, “This is life! I’ll never be hungry any more --- until dinner.
One day Norberto came home from school. He was very hungry and wanted something
to eat. He went into the kitchen.
“Mom, what do you have to eat?” said Norberto. “I smell something good. Is that some of
your special bread I smell?”
“Yes, it is. I just made some homemade bread today,” Mom answered.
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IV. Pre-test
V. Breaking of Barriers
Teacher: What are the terms that are difficult?
a. Hungry – suffering because of a lack of food: greatly affected by hunger.
B. kitchen - a place (as a room) with cooking facilities.
c. something – a thing that is not known, named or specified.
d. thick – having a large distance between the top and bottom or front and back
surfaces: not thin.
e. dinner – a usually large formal event at which dinner is eaten.
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
1.What happen to Norberto after he came from school?
2.What does he find in the kitchen?
3.Does he like the bread made by his mother?
Teacher: If most of you got 3 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 2 and
below we must reteach the lesson.
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Ivy went to LCC Mall to buy a pair of shoes. She was looking for black shimmering
shoes. When she stared at the price, it was worth ₱869. In her pocket, she had only ₱600. She
felt dismayed but still eager to have such a lovely shoes. So, she hid the shoes under the shelf
for she will just come back. She decided to go home and ask her a mother an additional amount.
While walking home, she saw a girl wearing torn and filthy clothes. Her hair was messy. She
seemed same age as her. She felt pity and guilty. Ivy handed money to the beggar. She
returned to the mall and bought cheap but beautiful shoes.
Ivy went to LCC Mall to buy a pair of shoes. She was looking for black shimmering
shoes. When she stared at the price, it was worth ₱869. In her pocket, she had only ₱600. She
felt dismayed but still eager to have such a lovely shoes. So, she hid the shoes under the shelf
for she will just come back. She decided to go home and ask her a mother an additional amount.
While walking home, she saw a girl wearing torn and filthy clothes. Her hair was messy. She
seemed same age as her. She felt pity and guilty. Ivy handed money to the beggar. She
returned to the mall and bought cheap but beautiful shoes.
Ivy went to LCC Mall to buy a pair of shoes. She was looking for black shimmering
shoes. When she stared at the price, it was worth ₱869. In her pocket, she had only ₱600. She
felt dismayed but still eager to have such a lovely shoes. So, she hid the shoes under the shelf
for she will just come back. She decided to go home and ask her a mother an additional amount.
While walking home, she saw a girl wearing torn and filthy clothes. Her hair was messy. She
seemed same age as her. She felt pity and guilty. Ivy handed money to the beggar. She
returned to the mall and bought cheap but beautiful shoes.
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IV. Pre-test
V. Breaking of Barriers
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
Teacher: If most of you got 4 to 6 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 3 and below
we must reteach the lesson.
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A Good Student
By: Ara Jane Santos
Luisa was in Grade 9 at Pili National High School. She had a long gorgeous black shiny
hair. Everyone turned head whenever they saw her. She was benevolent for she was a good
friend to others even to her teachers. She excelled at the top of their class. She was the class
president in student’s council. Everyone admired her. She was very responsible in whatever she
did.
A Good Student
By: Ara Jane Santos
Luisa was in Grade 9 at Pili National High School. She had a long gorgeous black shiny
hair. Everyone turned head whenever they saw her. She was benevolent for she was a good
friend to others even to her teachers. She excelled at the top of their class. She was the class
president in student’s council. Everyone admired her. She was very responsible in whatever she
did.
A Good Student
By: Ara Jane Santos
Luisa was in Grade 9 at Pili National High School. She had a long gorgeous black shiny
hair. Everyone turned head whenever they saw her. She was benevolent for she was a good
friend to others even to her teachers. She excelled at the top of their class. She was the class
president in student’s council. Everyone admired her. She was very responsible in whatever she
did.
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IV. Pre-test
V. Breaking of Barriers
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
Teacher: If most of you got 4 to 6 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 3 and below
we must reteach the lesson.
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Lolo Leon
By: Ara Jane Santos
Once, there was an old man named Leon. He was my pal’s grandfather. Every time I
visited in their house, he gave me some biscuits and drinks. I used to “mano” (a sign of respect)
on him. He always told us beautiful stories that gave us good advices. I will never forget Lolo
Leon. That’s what I used to call him when he was still alive. Even though, he’s gone. His words
of advice were still engraved in my heart.
Lolo Leon
By: Ara Jane Santos
Once, there was an old man named Leon. He was my pal’s grandfather. Every time I
visited in their house, he gave me some biscuits and drinks. I used to “mano” (a sign of respect)
on him. He always told us beautiful stories that gave us good advices. I will never forget Lolo
Leon. That’s what I used to call him when he was still alive. Even though, he’s gone. His words
of advice were still engraved in my heart.
Once, there was an old man named Leon. He was my pal’s grandfather. Every time I
visited in their house, he gave me some biscuits and drinks. I used to “mano” (a sign of respect)
on him. He always told us beautiful stories that gave us good advices. I will never forget Lolo
Leon. That’s what I used to call him when he was still alive. Even though, he’s gone. His words
of advice were still engraved in my heart.
IV. Pre-test
V. Breaking of Barriers
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
Teacher: If most of you got 4 to 6 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 3 and below
we must reteach the lesson.
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Shaina and Sheena were cousins. They both lived in their grandparent’s house. They
often quarreled to one another even for simple things. One day, the two girls were kidnapped by
a strange man and put them inside the white van. The man covered their mouth with
handkerchief and was forcing them to take a sleeping pill. Shaina told Sheena to put the pill at
the back of her tongue. They pretended to be asleep.Shaina was trying to open the back door of
the van. She was able to open it. Luckily, there was a car approaching nearby. Inside it was a
couple who immediately helped them to report at the police headquarter. While going home,
each of them was just silent but they were able to internalize everything that they had learned.
The cousins hugged each other and cried. They realized after everything that happened, they
still care for each other.
Shaina and Sheena were cousins. They both lived in their grandparent’s house. They
often quarreled to one another even for simple things. One day, the two girls were kidnapped by
a strange man and put them inside the white van. The man covered their mouth with
handkerchief and was forcing them to take a sleeping pill.Shaina told Sheena to put the pill at
the back of her tongue. They pretended to be asleep.Shaina was trying to open the back door of
the van. She was able to open it. Luckily, there was a car approaching nearby. Inside it was a
couple who immediately helped them to report at the police headquarter. While going home,
each of them was just silent but they were able to internalize everything that they had learned.
The cousins hugged each other and cried. They realized after everything that happened, they
still care for each other.
Shaina and Sheena were cousins. They both lived in their grandparent’s house. They
often quarreled to one another even for simple things. One day, the two girls were kidnapped by
a strange man and put them inside the white van. The man covered their mouth with
handkerchief and was forcing them to take a sleeping pill.Shaina told Sheena to put the pill at
the back of her tongue. They pretended to be asleep.Shaina was trying to open the back door of
the van. She was able to open it. Luckily, there was a car approaching nearby. Inside it was a
couple who immediately helped them to report at the police headquarter. While going home,
each of them was just silent but they were able to internalize everything that they had learned.
The cousins hugged each other and cried. They realized after everything that happened, they
still care for each other.
IV. Pre-test
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
Teacher: If most of you got 4 to 6 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 3 and below
we must reteach the lesson.
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A Naughty Child
By: Ara Jane Santos
There was a boy named John Paul. He loved to run and roam around the house. His
mother always reminded him to walk slowly and look at the way. One day, her mother heard a
loud noise. She saw John Paul crying. He stumbled down on the rock. He had scratches on the
hands and knees. Her mother embraced him and patted his head gently. John Paul realized
what his mother often told to him.
A Naughty Child
By: Ara Jane Santos
There was a boy named John Paul. He loved to run and roam around the house. His
mother always reminded him to walk slowly and look at the way. One day, her mother heard a
loud noise. She saw John Paul crying. He stumbled down on the rock. He had scratches on the
hands and knees. Her mother embraced him and patted his head gently. John Paul realized
what his mother often told to him.
A Naughty Child
By: Ara Jane Santos
There was a boy named John Paul. He loved to run and roam around the house. His
mother always reminded him to walk slowly and look at the way. One day, her mother heard a
loud noise. She saw John Paul crying. He stumbled down on the rock. He had scratches on the
hands and knees. Her mother embraced him and patted his head gently. John Paul realized
what his mother often told to him.
IV. Pre-test
Teacher: Now, let us try to answer the following questions.
1. Who was the boy in the story?
2. What can you say about the boy?
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V. Breaking of Barriers
Teacher: What are the terms that are difficult?
e.g.
a. roam- moving about aimlessly
b. stumbled down- fell down
c. scratches- a mark or injury
d. embraced- hugged
e. patted- to tap gently or lovingly with the hand
f. gently- softly
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
Teacher: If most of you got 4 to 6 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 3 and below
we must reteach the lesson.
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I have a pet dog named Sakura.It is a big black dog. At first glance, it seemed perilous
because it seemed to attack strangers. But we knew, dogs are just very protective to its owner.
Sakura, on the other hand is such a darling. It wags its tail whenever I’m around and hugs me. It
wanted to go with me wherever I go. We love roving around the park.
I have a pet dog named Sakura.It is a big black dog. At first glance, it seemed perilous
because it seemed to attack strangers. But we knew, dogs are just very protective to its owner.
Sakura, on the other hand is such a darling. It wags its tail whenever I’m around and hugs me. It
wanted to go with me wherever I go. We love roving around the park.
I have a pet dog named Sakura.It is a big black dog. At first glance, it seemed perilous
because it seemed to attack strangers. But we knew, dogs are just very protective to its owner.
Sakura, on the other hand is such a darling. It wags its tail whenever I’m around and hugs me. It
wanted to go with me wherever I go. We love roving around the park.
IV. Pre-test
V. Breaking of Barriers
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
Teacher: If most of you got 4 to 6 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 3 and below
we must reteach the lesson.
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Father’s Mistake
By: Ara Jane Santos
It was Sunday morning, our family were busy preparing themselves to attend mass.
Father was looking for the key of our motorcycle but he couldn’t find it. Without any proof,
Father nagged us for we might misplace it. Because of the noise, our baby brother was awaken
and started to wail. Mother got our baby brother and made him sleep again. All of us were
already haggard because the key was nowhere to be found. Mother decided to checked father’s
things. She found it inside the pocket of one of his pants. Then, she showed it to us. Father
blushed and didn’t say any word. It was already passed ten.
It was Sunday morning, our family were busy preparing themselves to attend mass.
Father was looking for the key of our motorcycle but he couldn’t find it. Without any proof,
Father nagged us for we might misplace it. Because of the noise, our baby brother was awaken
and started to wail. Mother got our baby brother and made him sleep again. All of us were
already haggard because the key was nowhere to be found. Mother decided to checked father’s
things. She found it inside the pocket of one of his pants. Then, she showed it to us. Father
blushed and didn’t say any word. It was already passed ten.
Father’s Mistake
By: Ara Jane Santos
It was Sunday morning, our family were busy preparing themselves to attend mass.
Father was looking for the key of our motorcycle but he couldn’t find it. Without any proof,
Father nagged us for we might misplace it. Because of the noise, our baby brother was awaken
and started to wail. Mother got our baby brother and made him sleep again. All of us were
already haggard because the key was nowhere to be found. Mother decided to checked father’s
things. She found it inside the pocket of one of his pants. Then, she showed it to us. Father
blushed and didn’t say any word. It was already passed ten.
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IV. Pre-test
V. Breaking of Barriers
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
Teacher: If most of you got 4 to 6 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 3 and below
we must reteach the lesson.
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In our barangay, there is a family who is very kindhearted. It is Cuya’s Family. Even
though they live in a simple life but each of its member are always there to serve others as to
their best. No doubt, people often ask for their help. They never declined nor frowned. That is
why, the people has great admiration to them. One day, the said family attended a wedding
ceremony. The youngest child forgot to switch off the gas stove. Their neighbor saw that their
house was on fire. They called at the fire station and informed Mr.Cuya about what was
happening. The said family were very frightened and immediately rushed going home. Each
neighbor got a pail with water and soap. They did their best to puts off the fire. Good thing, they
responded early and the other things in the house were saved.
In our barangay, there is a family who is very kindhearted. It is Cuya’s Family. Even
though they live in a simple life but each of its member are always there to serve others as to
their best. No doubt, people often ask for their help. They never declined nor frowned. That is
why, the people has great admiration to them. One day, the said family attended a wedding
ceremony. The youngest child forgot to switch off the gas stove. Their neighbor saw that their
house was on fire. They called at the fire station and informed Mr.Cuya about what was
happening. The said family were very frightened and immediately rushed going home. Each
neighbor got a pail with water and soap. They did their best to puts off the fire. Good thing, they
responded early and the other things in the house were saved.
In our barangay, there is a family who is very kindhearted. It is Cuya’s Family. Even
though they live in a simple life but each of its member are always there to serve others as to
their best. No doubt, people often ask for their help. They never declined nor frowned. That is
why, the people has great admiration to them. One day, the said family attended a wedding
ceremony. The youngest child forgot to switch off the gas stove. Their neighbor saw that their
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house was on fire. They called at the fire station and informed Mr.Cuya about what was
happening. The said family were very frightened and immediately rushed going home. Each
neighbor got a pail with water and soap. They did their best to puts off the fire. Good thing, they
responded early and the other things in the house were saved.
IV. Pre-test
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
Teacher: If most of you got 4 to 6 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 3 and below
we must reteach the lesson.
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Sharmaine was fond of eating sweets. Since grade one, she had the habit of buying
chocolates, candies and other sweetened food at the school canteen every morning. That’s why,
she often suffered from toothache. Her mother always prohibits her from doing so. But she
never listen. She thought her mother just don’t want to her asking money for sweets. Until one
day, Sharmaine was watching her favorite movie. During commercial, an advertisement of
Colgate was flashed in the said channel. She was mesmerized by one of the models who were
very cute because of her white beautiful teeth. She felt jealous for that’s one dream she will
never attain for she was already 16 years old. She had only few teeth and most of it was
damaged.
Sharmaine was fond of eating sweets. Since grade one, she had the habit of buying
chocolates, candies and other sweetened food at the school canteen every morning. That’s why,
she often suffered from toothache. Her mother always prohibits her from doing so. But she
never listen. She thought her mother just don’t want to her asking money for sweets. Until one
day, Sharmaine was watching her favorite movie. During commercial, an advertisement of
Colgate was flashed in the said channel. She was mesmerized by one of the models who were
very cute because of her white beautiful teeth. She felt jealous for that’s one dream she will
never attain for she was already 16 years old. She had only few teeth and most of it was
damaged.
Sharmaine was fond of eating sweets. Since grade one, she had the habit of buying
chocolates, candies and other sweetened food at the school canteen every morning. That’s why,
she often suffered from toothache. Her mother always prohibits her from doing so. But she
never listen. She thought her mother just don’t want to her asking money for sweets. Until one
day, Sharmaine was watching her favorite movie. During commercial, an advertisement of
Colgate was flashed in the said channel. She was mesmerized by one of the models who were
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very cute because of her white beautiful teeth. She felt jealous for that’s one dream she will
never attain for she was already 16 years old. She had only few teeth and most of it was
damaged.
IV. Pre-test
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
Teacher: If most of you got 4 to 6 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 3 and below
we must reteach the lesson.
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mother suffered from heart attack due to overworked. He felt very sad and blamed himself for all
the miseries he gave to his mother. If he had only another chance to show his love to his dear
mother, he said to himself. Then, he heard his mother waking him up. He was overjoyed when
he realized that it was just a dream. He embraced his mother tight and said sorry.
IV. Pre-test
VI. Empathizing
Teacher: Can you relate with the story? What did you learn?
Teacher: Now, let us see if you really learn from our discussion.
Teacher: If most of you got 4 to 6 we will continue with the next lesson. If you got 3 and below
we must reteach the lesson.