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English
Quarter 3 – Module 2:
Write Directions Using Signal
Words
English – Grade 4
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Quarter 3 – Module 2: Write Directions Using Signal Words
First Edition, 2020

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English
Quarter 1 – Module 2:
Write Directions Using
Signal Words
Introductory Message
This Self-Learning Module (SLM) is prepared so that you, our dear learners,
can continue your studies and learn while at home. Activities, questions, directions,
exercises, and discussions are carefully stated for you to understand each lesson.

Each SLM is composed of different parts. Each part shall guide you step-by-
step as you discover and understand the lesson prepared for you.

Pre-tests are provided to measure your prior knowledge on lessons in each

SLM. This will tell you if you need to proceed on completing this module or if you
need to ask your facilitator or your teacher’s assistance for better understanding of
the lesson. At the end of each module, you need to answer the post-test to self-check
your learning. Answer keys are provided for each activity and test. We trust that you
will be honest in using these.

In addition to the material in the main text, Notes to the Teacher are also
provided to our facilitators and parents for strategies and reminders on how they can
best help you on your home-based learning.

Please use this module with care. Do not put unnecessary marks on any part
of this SLM. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the exercises and tests. And
read the instructions carefully before performing each task.

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tasks in this module, do not hesitate to consult your teacher or facilitator.

Thank you.

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 What I Need to Know

This module is designed to help you

develop more skills and knowledge in
writing directions using signal
words.

At the end of the lesson, you should be able to:

1. Write directions using signal words. EN4WC-Id-3

2. Use appropriate signal words in writing directions.
3. Identify signal words in a text.
4. Observe cleanliness at all times.

What I Know
Identify all the signal words inside the box. Encircle it.

first arrange next within section

then good spread finally after

process steps afterwards about lastly

second connect third middle trace

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 Lesson
Write directions using signal
2 words.
Directions are always present in our daily routine. Following directions properly will
help you to do your job easily. Signal words are words that can help you understand
directions in an easy way.

What’s In

Hi! In your previous module you studied about adverbs of manner, place,
and time. Let’s see how much you know about your previous lesson.
Direction: Write sentences using the adverbs inside the box

1. quickly 6. in his office

2. outside 7. on Tuesday
3. quietly 8. impatiently
4. at 8:00 9. before dinner
5. at home 10. carefully

1. __________________________________________________
2. __________________________________________________
3. __________________________________________________
4. __________________________________________________
5. __________________________________________________
6. __________________________________________________
7.___________________________________________________
8. __________________________________________________
9. __________________________________________________
10. _________________________________________________

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 What’s New

Hi! Do you know how to wash your hands? Today, we are going to learn how to
wash our hands properly. Follow the directions carefully and ask someone to help
you read the directions.
HOW TO WASH YOUR HANDS

First, rinse your hands with water.

Next, apply plenty of soap on your

hands.

Then, rub your hands together.

After that, rinse your hands properly.

Finally, dry your hands with clean

towel.

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Let’s answer the questions.
1. What do we do first? ______________________________________________________
2. What do we do next? _______________________________________________________
3. What do we do then? _______________________________________________________
4. What do we do after that? ___________________________________________________
5. What do we do last? _________________________________________________________
6. Did you follow the directions easily? Why?_____________________________________
7. What words helped you to follow the directions easily?__________________________
8. Is it important to wash our hands daily? Why?__________________________________

What is It

Let’s talk about our lesson!

The words First, next, then, after that, and finally are called Signal
words. Signal words introduce the steps in a process or sequence of events.

Signal words are used to follow the directions in their correct order. These are the
words that signal the next step to follow. Directions may be given in doing
something, how to make simple things or activity, how to use things or objects and
how to find places.
Directions are guides. Once followed properly they give positive results. Signal
words are also called sequence words. They are used in giving 3-5 steps directions.
Take note that in writing directions using signal words, always put comma ( , ) after
each signal word you use.

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 What’s More

How good are you in using and identifying signal words? Let’s find out. Are you
ready?

ACTIVITY 1: Encircle the signal words in the passage.

How to make a warm glass of milk

First, heat up a cup of water

using a pot or kettle. Next, add 2-3
tablespoon of milk powder to a glass.
Then, pour the hot water into the glass.
After that, mix in sugar, if desired.
Finally, stir your milk and it’s ready to
drink.

ACTIVITY 2: Write on the blanks the correct signal words to complete the
directions.

How to make Hotdog Omelet

I will teach you how to make a hotdog omelet. __________, sauté garlic, onion,

and hotdog in a pan. _________, pour battered eggs in to the pan. ________, stir

carefully until barely set. __________, put salt and seasonings to taste. _________,

remove from the pan and set aside. Ready to serve.

ACTIVITY 3: Here are the steps in baking a cake. Use signal words (First, Next,
Then, After that, Finally) to write a directions.

1. Prepare all the ingredients and ________________________________

kitchen utensils
2. Mix all the ingredients In a bowl.
3. Put the mixture in the oven.
4. Let the cake cool down.
5. Put some icing or frosting on the cake.
______________________________________
______________________________________
______________________________________
______________________________________
______________________________________

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ACTIVITY 4
Write directions for each task. Ask someone who can help you.

A. Write directions for brushing one’s teeth.

First, ___________________________________________________________

Next, ___________________________________________________________

Then, __________________________________________________________

After that, ______________________________________________________

Finally, _________________________________________________________

What I Have Learned

Study these sentences.

1. Break one or two eggs in a bowl.

2. Add a pinch of salt and mix them using a whisk.
3. Heat oil in the pan.
4. Pour in the egg mixture and wait until cook.
5. Remove the egg in the pan and put it on a plate.

These are the steps in cooking scrambled eggs.

Read the paragraph below.

First, break one or two eggs in a bowl. Next, add a pinch of salt and mix
them using a whisk. Then, Heat oil in the pan. After that, pour in the egg mixture
and wait until cook. Lastly, remove the egg in the pan and put it on the plate.
Ready to serve.

-Are the sentences in the paragraph related to the numbered sentences above?

The numbered steps in cooking scrambled eggs where written in paragraph

form. Signal words were used to make directions clear.

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 What I Can Do

Let’s do this!

ACTIVITY I

A. Ask someone in your house who knows how to cook rice. Using the
signal words, write down directions according to the steps he/she told
you.
How to cook rice

__________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________

B. Ask your parents/ guardians how to wash clothes. Write down

directions using signal word.

How to wash clothes

__________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________

Assessment

I. Write on the blanks the correct signal words to complete the directions.

A.

How to Make Lemon Juice

It is easy to make Lemon juice. 1.) _______________, wash 2-3 Lemon fruits.
2.) _______________, cut them in the middle crosswise. 3.) ________________, squeeze
the cut lemon into the glass. 4. ______________, remove the seeds. 5.) _____________
add sugar and water and stir well until sugar dissolves. Now, you can enjoy your
lemon juice.

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B.
How to Make a Paper Collage

Making paper collage is a fun activity. 1.) ____________, collect pictures from
magazines and cut into different shapes made from colored paper and foil.
2.)_________, get a large sheet of drawing paper. 3.) __________, on the large sheet of
paper, place the paper shapes and pictures in a pattern you like. 4.) _________, glue
the paper shapes and pictures the way you placed them on the paper.
5.)_____________, hang your collage up on a wall. This will surely show how creative
you are

II. Write TRUE if the statement is correct and FALSE if not.

1. ____ First, next, then, after that, and lastly are called signal words.
2. ____ Signal words introduce the steps in process or sequence of
events.
3. ____ We use the word FIRST in the beginning of a directions.
4. ____ Lastly, then, after that and next are interchangeable.
5. ____ We put period ( . ) after a signal word.
6. ____ We can use either lastly or finally at the end of directions.
7. ____ In writing directions, it is easy to follow if we use signal words.
8. ____ Signal words are also called sequence words.
9. ____ We use signal words in giving directions on how to do things, how
to use things or objects, and how to find places.
10. ____ Signal words are used to make a clear directions and easy to follow.

Additional Activities

I. Look at the step by step picture on how to transplant seedlings from a

plant box to the ground. Write directions using signal word according to
the picture.

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II. Listen to a short story and answer the activity.
I want pizza
One day, Emman wanted a pizza. First, he rolled soft dough out of rolling
pin. Next, he spread sauce on the dough. Then, Emman sprinkle cheese and diced
ham on the pizza. After that, he put it into the oven. Lastly, he slice the pizza and
ate it.

Number the directions in order a pizza is made. Emman made a simple ham
and cheese pizza.

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