Lesson Exemplar in ENGLISH Using the IDEA Instructional Process
SCHOOL SAN MATEO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
LESSON TEACHER CHRISTINE M. FRANCISCO
EXEMPLAR
DATE APRIL 28, 2021
TIME
I. OBJECTIVES
A. Content Standard
B. Performance Standard
C. Most Essential Learning
Competencies (MELC) (if
available write the
indicated MELC)
D. Enabling Competencies
(if available write the
attached enabling
competencies)
II. CONTENT
III. LEARNING RESOURCES
A. References
a. Teacher’s Guide Pages
b. Learner’s Guide Pages
c. Textbook Pages
d. Additional Materials from
Learning Resources
B. List of Learning Resources
for Development and
Engagement Activities
IV. PROCEDURES
A. Introduction
GRADE LEVEL FOUR
LEARNING
ENGLISH
AREA
QUARTER THIRD
NO. OF DAYS
At the end of the lesson the student should be able to:
1. Write directions using signal words.
EN4WC-Id-3
2. Use appropriate signal words in writing directions.
3. Identify signa words in a text.
4. Observe cleanliness at all times.
The learners should demonstrate understanding of writing as a process.
The learners should demonstrate understanding of the importance of using
varied sources of information to support writing.
The learners should use variety of strategies to write informational and
literary compositions.
The learners should use varied sources of information to support writing.
Write directions using signal words.
MELC1 English4 Q3
Writing Directions Using Signal Words
MELC, PIVOT BOW
Self-Learning Module in English 4
Self-Learning Module in English 4
Good day class! How are you today?
Today is an exciting day for us because we will learn new lesson.
We can see directions or instructions everywhere. They guide us on
what to do---from simple school activities to cooking our favorite food.
Writing clear directions helps the reader understand it better and avoid
mistakes or accidents. A young learner like you should learn how to write
clear directions using signal words.
Drill:
Directions: Write the correct sequence of events in washing our hands.
Use the signal words first, second, third, fourth, fifth and sixth.
______, squirt a dab of soap onto one palm.
______, make sure it is not too cold.
______, rub your hands together. Wait until bubbles are all over them.
______, turn on the water.
______, now dry them with a towel.
______, then rinse your hands.
 In your previous module you studied about adverbs of manner, place,
and time. Let’s see how much you know about your previous lesson.

Review:
Directions: Write the correct adverb of manner in the parenthesis to fill in
the gaps.
1. That bus is going so ________. We’ll never get there on time.
(fast, slowly, well)
2.He solved the exercises ________ because they were very easy.
(quick, quickly, soon)
3.This TV is _________ ruined. It doesn’t work anymore.
(complete, absolute, completely)
4.Please, just wait a minute. I’m sure she’ll ________ be here.
(soon, probably, slowly)
5.Penny wears a raincoat as it rains ___________.
(loudly, heavily, now)

B. Development VOCABULARY WORDS:

1. Journey – a travel; walk; trip
2. Wildflowers – the flower of a wild or uncultivated plant or the plant
bearing it.
3. Leaped – to spring free from or as if form the ground; to jump.
4. Barrier – something material that blocks or is intended to block
passage like a fence.
5. Purchased – to obtain by paying money or its equivalent; to buy

LET’S READ
(Ask a student to read the story for the class.)

A Journey to Grandma’s House

Last Saturday, Jean and her brother Carl, walked to their Grandma’s
house. First, they stopped by the fruit store and purchased an apple for
each of them.
Next, they ate the apple as they walked going to the park.
Then, while crossing through the park, Carl picked some wildflowers
for Grandma.
After that, they leaped over a barrier and left the park. Jean waved
hello to Mr. Ramos and helped him catch some newspaper the wind had
caught.
Finally, Jean and Carl arrived at Grandma’s house. She came and
gave them both a big hug and a plate of cookies.

Questions:
1. Who walked to their Grandma’s house?
2. When did they walk to their Grandma’s house?
3. Where did they go first?
4. What did they do next?
5. What did Carl do then?
6. After that, who did Jean help, what did she do?
7. Finally, where is their final stop? Who did they meet?
8. What words were used to helped you know the steps in a process
or sequence of events?

SIGNAL WORDS
 help the readers see which important details will be developed in a
sequential pattern
 indicate order
 tell what is to happen
 use for arranging events
  use in giving directions

Examples of signal words:

first first
next second
then third
after that fourth
finally or lastly fifth

DIRECTIONS
 provide a guide on how to perform or finish an action.
 Once followed properly they will give positive results.
 In writing directions using signal words, always put comma (,) after each
signal word.
 In writing directions, it is important to use clear steps to help someone
finish a task properly and can help avoid accidents and problems along
the way.

HOW TO MAKE A CUP OF TEA

First, boil some water.
Next, serve the water in a cup.
Then, put the teabag in the hot water.
After that, add some sugar and milk.
Finally, serve while it’s hot.

In this time of pandemic (Covid19), we need to be safe from the virus.

 How will you be safe from Covid19?
 What do you need to do?
 Why do you think we should do these things?
 What are the steps that you need to follow to be able to do it?
 Why do we need to follow all the steps in doing this?
 Is it important to follow all the steps properly? Why?
C. Engagement Activity #1
Directions: Read the sentences. Write the chronological order of events
using numbers 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.
_____ Pour the cereal from the bowl.
_____ Get some cereal.
_____ Scoop some cereal.
_____ Get a bowl.
_____ Serve and eat.
_____ Add some milk.

Activity #2
Directions: Choose the sequencing or signal words in each sentence.
Write your answers on your paper.
1. Everyone jumped into the van, then drove to Jose’s house.
2. Before we went to the pantry, we wrapped our gifts.
3. Next, Marielle thanked her friends for coming.
4. They were all seated. After greeting the host, they put their gifts on
the table.
5. Soon other guests began to arrive.
6. Samantha can finally do her assigned task.
7. Alliah said, “now we can go home and rest.
8. Later, we will talk with your classmates about the projects.
9. At last, we can celebrate our victory party.
10. Then, they work together to finish the group activity.

Activity # 3 (Offline Activity)

During flag ceremonies, we raise the Philippine flag and sing our
 national anthem. But what if the song had already started and you are still
walking, what would you do? Here are some steps.
Write the correct signal word on the following sequence.

next lastly first then

_____, stop walking

_____, stand straight
_____, put your left hand on your right chest
_____, sing the national anthem with respect

Activity #4 (Offline Activity)

Directions: Choose the correct missing signal word. Write the correct
answer on the blank.

1. Steps in frying an egg

First, heat the pan.
____, break the egg into the pan.
Lastly, fry the egg.
A. First B. Next C. Then D. Lastly

2. Steps in brushing teeth

_____, get your toothbrush, toothpaste and a glass of water.
Next, put some toothpaste on your toothbrush.
Then, brush your teeth in an upward and downward motion.
Lastly, rinse your mouth with clean water.
A. First B. Next C. Then D. Lastly

3. Steps in cooking rice

First, put some rice in a pot.
Next, rinse the rice thoroughly with clean water.
Then, add the correct amount of water.
____, Put the pot with rice on the stove.
A. First B. Next C. Then D. Lastly

4. Steps in cooking fried chicken

_____, wash the chicken meat.
Next, put the chicken meat in a pan with water seasoned with fish
sauce and pepper.
Then, wait until the chicken meat is tender.
Lastly, deep fry the chicken in oil.
A. First B. Next C. Then D. Lastly

5. Steps in washing clothes

First, put some water in a laundry tray.
_____, add soap to the water.
Then, soak and wash the clothes in the soapy water.
Lastly, rinse your clothes with clean water.
A. First B. Next C. Then D. Lastly

GENERALIZATION
1. What are directions?
2. What are signal words?
3. Give examples of signal words.
4. Why is it important to follow the given direction properly?
5. What do you think will happened if you do not follow the given
directions properly?

D. Assimilation Directions: Write the correct sequence using first, next, then, after that and
 finally to complete the steps in joining online classes.

_____ he turned on his laptop.

_____ he joined the Google Meet class.
_____ he connected to the Wi-Fi.
_____ he gathered all his things he needed for his online class.
_____ he opened the Google Meet link that the teacher will give.

Offline Activity:
Directions: Write 3-5 step directions using signal words with the help of a
family member.
Choose from the following activities:
A. Steps in preparing hot chocolate.
B. Steps in sewing buttons.
C. Steps in cleaning the house.

V. REFLECTION Answer the following questions using the template that the teacher will
upload and submit through google classroom.

What I Learned: _______________________

What I intend to do with what I learned: ______________________
I need to differentiate real from make believe because ______________
I enjoyed the activity because ___________________________________