Building on the theme "Earth as the only living planet", this book introduces

students to the dynamic relationship that has existed for billions of years between
the planet itself and the life that has uniquely evolved on its continuously
changing surface. In particular, it discusses the planetary features and processes
of Earth that support, influence and change living things in their various forms
and manifestations, with particular focus on human beings. While compliant with the
curricular content, performance standards and learning competencies set by the
Department of Education, the book highlights Philippine Science in featuring the
scientific achievements of Filipino scientists. This feature is intended to
motivate Filipino students to pursue challenging careers in Science, Technology,
Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) needed in building a "globally competitive and
innovative science nation". Finally, the student-centered activities contained in
the book promote scientific literacy and caters to the characteristics and
preferences of our 21st century learners. The ultimate message of the book is that
Earth is the only home for human beings and it must be protected for the survival
of life.. Dela Peña Jr, Renato & Gracilla, Daniel & Pangilinan, Christian. (2016).
EARTH AND LIFE SCIENCE. Building on the theme "Earth as the only living planet",
this book introduces students to the dynamic relationship that has existed for
billions of years between the planet itself and the life that has uniquely evolved
on its continuously changing surface. In particular, it discusses the planetary
features and processes of Earth that support, influence and change living things in
their various forms and manifestations, with particular focus on human beings.
While compliant with the curricular content, performance standards and learning
competencies set by the Department of Education, the book highlights Philippine
Science in featuring the scientific achievements of Filipino scientists. This
feature is intended to motivate Filipino students to pursue challenging careers in
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) needed in building a
"globally competitive and innovative science nation". Finally, the student-centered
activities contained in the book promote scientific literacy and caters to the
characteristics and preferences of our 21st century learners. The ultimate message
of the book is that Earth is the only home for human beings and it must be
protected for the survival of life.