SCHOOL Canique National High School GRADE LEVEL 8

TEACHER Christine T. Gatuslao LEARNING AREA Science 8

TEACHING DATES AND
March 21, 2025 (8:15-9:15) QUARTER 4th
TIME
I. OBJECTIVES
A. Content Standard The learners demonstrate an understanding of:
1. The concept of a species.
2. The species as being further classified into a hierarchical taxonomic system.
B. Performance The learner able to report (e.g., through a travelogue) on the activities that
Standard communities engage in to protect and conserve endangered and economically
important species.
C. Learning The learners should be able to explain the concept of a species; Explain the
Competencies advantage of high biodiversity in maintaining the stability of an ecosystem. S8LT-
IVg-19
Objectives 1. Define biodiversity and explain its importance in Palawan
2. Differentiate and explain the advantages of high biodiversity over low
biodiversity;
3. Demonstrate their essential understanding on the importance of biodiversity
through a poem, role play or concept map;
4. State the importance of maintaining high biodiversity over low biodiversity.
II. CONTENT LOW AND HIGH BIODIVERSITY
III. LEARNING
RESOURCES
A. References
1. Teacher’s Guide
2. Learners Material Science Learner’s Module pp. 266-269
3. Additional Materials Self-Learning Module 7
from LR Portal
B. Other Learning
Resources
IV. PROCEDURES Teacher’s Activity Materials
Prayer
Greetings
Preliminary Activities Checking of Attendance
Classroom management
Discuss the general house rules
A. (Reviewing the previous Elicit (The activities in this section will evoke or draw out
lesson or presenting the prior concepts or prior experiences from the students)
new lesson)

The students will sing and act the song about biodiversity!
(Sung to the tune of Jingle Bells)

Palawan's beauty, hear the bells,

Turtle, squirrel, a sight to tell, Applied knowledge
Apitong trees, so tall and strong, within and across
Peacock pheasant, sings its song! curriculum
(MAPEH/ENGLISH)
(Chorus)
Dashing through the jungle, in a one-horse open sleigh,
Over the hills we go, laughing all the way,
Bells on bob-tailed pigs, make the jungle ring,
Biodiversity, Palawan, a wondrous thing!

White squirrel leaps, with fluffy tail,

Palawan peacock, spreads its veil,
Bearded pig, with tusks so bright,
Nature's wonder, day and night!

Question: What animals or plants was mentioned in the

song?
 Have you seen these animals? Do you think these animals
are still present here in Palawan?

Direction: Match the images of a threatened species in the

Palawan with its correct description.
Answe Description
Images
r Key
A. Locally known as bakoko its
decreasing number is due to the Applied knowledge
destruction of their habitat, illegal within and across
trapping for the black-market pet
trade, traditional medicine and curriculum
food. (ArPan)
Used effective Verbal and B. It is a pig species in the genus
Non-Verbal classroom Sus endemic to the Philippines,
communication strategies to where it occurs on the archipelago
support learner of islands formed by Balabac,
Palawan, and the Calamian Islands.
understanding, Its decreasing number is due to a
participation, engagement massive loss of habitat and because
and achievement. of human consumption.
C. medium size to large resinous
tree growing to a height of about 40
meters. Trunk is straight,
cylindrical, branchless up to 30
meters, up to 125 centimeters in
diameter. Buttresses are absent or
few, up to 1.5 meters high and 1
meter long.
D. This species is endemic in
Biton, Taytay, Palawan and now is
threatened is white with light
brown and orange colors on the
bottom of its tail. It is currently
found in degraded habitats such as
abandoned coconut plantations
mixed with few native trees.
E. This stunning bird with its
iridescent blue-green plumage and
distinctive crest which is also a
threatened species.

The teacher will then ask question.

 What is common among the species presented a while
ago?
B. Establishing a purpose of Engage (The activities in this section will stimulate their
the Lesson (Pagbabahagi thinking and help them access and connect prior
ng Layunin ng Aralin) knowledge as a jumpstart to the present lesson)
Direction: Count the total number for each population and
*Unlocking of Difficulties record the data in the table below. After that, calculate the
density of each population using the equation below.

STORY TIME!

The sun rises up on the small, green grass patch of land, a

mere 100 square meters of jungle paradise squeezed
between the bustling city and the untamed wilderness. Applied knowledge
Here, in this unlikely place, lived an extraordinary within and across
community of Palawan wildlife. curriculum
There was 15 tall Apitong trees, that serves as the shelter (ArPan/Science/
of animals. Below them, in the tangled undergrowth, lived Math)
the 12 Bearded Pigs commonly known as Baboy Damo,
wanders in the wilderness. Nestled amongst the vibrant
ferns and orchids, a 24 magnificent Palawan Peacock,
 strutted with pride, their iridescent plumage shimmering in
the dappled sunlight. They were the creature of beauty, a
symbol of the island's vibrant ecosystem. Hidden beneath
the leafy canopy, and coconut trees are a 17 white
squirrels, were found. And finally, there was 19 Forest
Turtles, the Bakoko, roam to where they could lay their
eggs. They had chosen this small patch of land, trusting its
safety and the watchful eyes of its inhabitants. This
unlikely community, bound by their shared love for this
tiny piece of paradise, thrived despite the limitations of
their space. But their peaceful existence was threatened by
the ever-expanding city, encroaching on their sanctuary.
The air grew thick with the smell of exhaust fumes, the
sounds of construction echoing through the trees. And
trees where being cut down for industrial use, which leads
to the destruction of the animal’s habitat. On the other
hand, animals were illegally hunt for human consumption.
The city was a constant reminder of the fragility of their
existence. One day, a group of researchers arrived, their
eyes wide with wonder at the sight of this unique place.
They carefully documented the lives of these extraordinary
creatures, measuring their footprints, counting their
numbers, and calculating their population density. The
researchers found that the population density of this small
patch of land was incredibly high. Their findings were a
complete reminder of the importance of protecting these
endangered species and their fragile habitats. The
Used research-based researchers left; their hearts filled with a renewed sense of
knowledge and principles urgency to preserve this precious piece of paradise. They
of teaching and learning to knew that the fate of these creatures, and the future of the
enhance professional island's biodiversity, rested on their shoulders.
practice.
C. Discussing new concepts Explore (In this section, students will be given time to
and practicing new skills think, plan, investigate, and organize collected
#1 (Pagtalakay sa information; or the performance of the planned/prepared
bagong konsepto sa activities from the students’ manual with data gathering
pagtalakay sa bagong with Guide Questions)
Kasanayan #1)
TASK OF EACH GROUP .
Calculate the biodiversity index using the given formula
below:

Used a range of
teaching strategies
that enhance learner
achievement in
literacy and numeracy
skills.

Guide questions:
Compare the distribution patterns of the five populations
then answer the following.
1. Which population has the greatest density?
2. What do you think are the possible causes for the
difference in the population density
3. What conditions could change the density of any of the
population?
D. Developing Mastery Explain (In this section, students will be involved in an
(Paglinang sa analysis of their exploration. Their understanding is
Kabihasnan tungo sa clarified and modified because of reflective
Formative Assessment) activities)/Analysis s of the gathered data and results and
be able to answer the Guide Questions leading to the focus
concept or topic for the day)

“Presentation of their work and answering Guide

Questions”
E. Finding Practical Elaborate
application of concepts
and skills in daily living Group 1: Picture Smart
(Paglalapat sa aralin sa The following pictures show the causes of species
pang araw-araw na extinction. Match the picture on column A with its correct
buhay) description on column B.

Column A Column B

 Poaching/Illegal Hunting of
Animals

 Air Pollution from Exhaust

Fumes

 Destruction of Coastal
Resources

 Deforestation

Group 2: Number Smart

Direction: Decode the word(s) or phrase that describes the
local and global environmental issues that contribute to
species extinction. Use the number given, and then encode
the letter on the space provided per item number.
A B C D E F G H I J
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

K L M N O P Q R S T
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

U V W X Y Z
21 22 23 24 25 26

1) 16-15-12-12-21-20-9-15-14
2) 8-21-14-20-9-14-7
3) 4-5-19-20-18-21-3-20-9-15-14- 15-6 8-1-2-9-20-1-20
4) 3-8-1-14-7-5-19 9-14 12-1-14-4-19-3-1-16-5

RUBRIC FOR GROUP ACTIVITY

F. Evaluation (Patataya ng Its My Choice!

Aralin) Direction: Read and understand the question carefully.
Encircle the letter of your choice.

1. Which of the following human activities causes species

extinction?
a. Destroying animals’ habitat
b. Polluting the environment
 c. Illegal hunting of animals
d. All of the above

2. What do you call the amount of variety on Earth where

it pertains to the number of different species of plants,
animals, and microorganisms?
A. Biodiversity
B. Diversity
C. Biology
D. Biotechnology

3. How is the forest ecosystem affected when trees are cut

down?
A. Nutrients are lost in the soil.
B. Oxygen will no longer be available for everyone.
C. Animals who depend on forests will have their shelter
and food.
D. There will be available space for humans in building
houses and other infrastructures.

4. How to preserve biodiversity here in Palawan?

A. By preventing deforestation
B. By reducing waste
C. By protecting species
D. All of the above

5. What will be the population density of the White

Squirrel if it has 15 living individuals on a 50 square meter
area?
a. 0.3
b. 0.4
c. 0.5
d. 0.6
TABLE OF SPECIFICATIONS
# of
MELC R Un An Ap E C
items
relate species
extinction to the
failure of populations
of organisms to adapt 5 2 5 1,3 4,5
to abrupt changes in
the environment.
(S9LT-Ie-f-30)

G. Extend Fill in the graphic organizer below using the concepts you learned.

Extinct Species Why did they become

extinct?
1.
1.
2.
2.

How can extinction be prevented?

V. REMARKS
VI. REFLECTION
Grade 9 Perseverance-
A. No. of learners who 5___________4____________3___________2 and below________________
earned 80% in the
evaluation Grade 9-Integrity-
5___________4____________3___________2 and below________________

Grade 9 Perseverance-
B. No. of learners who _____________ of learners who require additional activities for remediation.
require additional activities
for remediation who scored Grade 9 Integrity-
below 80% _____________ of learners who require additional activities for remediation.

C. Did the remedial lessons _______Yes ___________No

work? No. of learners who
have caught up with the ____________ # of learners who caught up the lesson.
lesson

D. No. of learners who

continue to require ____________ # of learners who continue to require remediation.
remediation

E. Which of my teaching _________Lecture ________Collaborative Learning

strategies worked well? _________Role Play ________Complete IMS
Why did these works? _________Differentiated Approach Why?
_________ Discovery

F. What difficulties did I ________Bullying among pupils _________Pupils behavior or attitude

encounter which my ________Colorful MS Equipment _________Unavailable technology
principal or supervisor can ________Science/Computer/Internet Lab
help me solve?

G. What innovation or ____Localized videos

localized materials did I ____Recycling plastics for contemporary arts
use/discover which I wish to ____Local Music Composition
share with other teachers? ____Making big books from views of locality.

E. Which of my teaching
strategies worked well?
Why did these works?

Prepared by : CHRISTINE T. GATUSLAO Checked by: LOURDESITA V. LOTIVO

Science Teacher School Head