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Learning Activity Sheets

SCIENCE
Quarter 4 – Week 2

Writer Jeralyn V. Oclares, MT I

Validators Eugenia P. Pasa, MT-II Dolores P. Nasayao, MT II
Mayoliza B. Mendez, MT-I May Peñ aflor, MT I TY
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LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET 4.2
The Philippine Environmental Protection and Conservation of Natural Resources
Week 2

INTRODUCTION
Natural resources are materials that can be used to support life, and at the same time,
provide energy for living things to work as well as for machines to run or operate. These
resources are either supplied by the sun or by Earth’s natural processes. Indeed, they are very
much essential in human’s life, therefore, we should learn to protect them for the next
generations.
In this learning activity, you will gain awareness on how human activities destroy our
earth’s resources and you will learn how to protect and conserve these natural resources.

LEARNING COMPETENCY
Cite and explain ways of using Earth’s resources sustainably. (S7ES-IVc-4)
Specific Objectives
1. Identify the use of the different Earth’s resources.
2. Reflect on the effects of human activities on natural resources.
3. Create an illustration on how to protect and conserve our natural resources

ACTIVITIES
Learning Activity 1: Renewable or Non-Renewable?

Classify the above pictures into renewable and non-renewable energy resources. Write your answer
on the table below.

RENEWABLE RESOURCES NON-RENEWABLE RESOURCES

Learning Activity 2: Concept Mapping

Complete the Concept Map by filling-up the blank boxes with the correct word/s from the list below.

• Animals • Coal
• Natural Gas • Non-Renewable Resources
• Oil • Plants
• Renewable Resources • Sunlight
• Water • Wind

Learning Activity 3: Tell Me!

Pictures of some places in Bicol Region.
Guide questions:
1. What does the pictures tell/ show? _________________________________________________________________.
2. Do you think these human activities affect our environment?
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Learning Activity 5: Read Me!

Planet Earth is made up of different things - air, water,

plants, animals, soil, rocks, minerals, crude oil, and other fossil fuels.
These things are called natural resources because they are not
made by people; rather they are gathered from nature. Sunlight and
wind are also natural resources. We use all these things to survive
or satisfy our needs. The Philippines is considered rich in natural
resources. We have fertile, arable lands, high diversity of plant and
animals, extensive coastlines, and rich mineral deposits. We have
natural gas, coal, and geothermal energy. Wind and water are also Figure 1. The black bands in
harnessed for electricity generation. the picture are coal deposits.
There are two types of natural resources on Earth - renewable and Coal is not like the charcoal
nonrenewable. What is the difference between these two kinds of you use for broiling fish or
resources? The food people eat comes from plants and animals. barbecue. What do you think
Plants are replaced by new ones after each harvest. People also eat is the difference?
animals. Animals have the capacity to reproduce and are replaced
when young animals are born. Water in a river or in a well may dry
up. But when the rain comes the water is replaced. Plants, animals,
and water are resources that can be replaced. They are renewable
resources. Most plants grow in topsoil. Rain and floods wash away
topsoil. Can topsoil be replaced easily? Soil comes from rocks and
materials from dead plants and animals. It takes thousands of years
for soil to form. Soil cannot be replaced easily, or it takes a very long
time to replace. It is a nonrenewable resource. Metals like copper,
iron, and aluminum are abundant on Earth. But people are using
them up fast. They have to dig deeper into the ground to get what
they need. Coal, oil, and natural gas (fossil fuels) were formed from Photograph courtesy of National Power
Corporation, retrieved from
plants and animals that lived on Earth millions of years ago. It takes http://www.industcards.com/hydro
millions of years for dead plants and animals to turn into fossil philippines.htm

fuels. Soil, coal, oil and natural gas are nonrenewable resources. Figure 2. How is water used to
generate electricity?

Environmental degradation is the
deterioration of the environment
through depletion of resources such as
air, water and soil; the destruction of
ecosystems; habitat destruction; the
extinction of wildlife; and pollution.
When natural habitats are destroyed
or natural resources are depleted, the
 EVALUATE: PERFORMANCE TASK!
In the box below, illustrate through POSTER MAKING on “How can we help conserve
natural resources so that future generations can also enjoy them…”
You may use crayons/oil pastel/watercolor. Be creative. Refer to the Rubric below for scoring your
work.
Rubric for Scoring
Project/Outputs Levels Points Indicators
Exemplary 100 Work/project is exceptional and impressive. A distinctive sophisticated application of
knowledge and skill are evident.
Strong 95 Work/project exceeds the standard: thorough and effective application of knowledge and
skills are evident.
Proficient 90 Work/project meets the standard; acceptable and it displays the application of essential
knowledge and skills.
Developing 85 Work/ project does not yet meet the standard‟ show basic but inconsistent application of
knowledge and skills‟ work needs further development.
Emerging 80 Work/project shows partial application of knowledge and skills; lacks depth or incomplete
and needs considerable development errors and omissions are present.

Learning 70 No work presented.

POSTER MAKING – OUTPUT