CATCH-UP FRIDAYS TEACHING GUIDE

Catch-up Subject: Health Education Grade Level: 6

Quarterly Theme: Sexual and Reproductive Health Date: March 8, 2024
(refer to Enclosure No. 3 of DM 001,
s. 2024, Quarter 3)
Sub-theme: Difference between sexual Duration: 60 mins
orientation and gender identity (time allotment as
(refer to Enclosure No. 3 of DM 001, per DO 21, s. 2019)
s. 2024, Quarter 3)
Session Title: Week 5 Subject and Time:
Session By the end of the lesson, the learners will be able to difference between sexual
Objectives: orientation and gender identity

References: K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum

Zumba dance:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=srEz7MWmUKs

Materials:  Whiteboard or chart paper

 Markers or pens
 Sticky notes (optional)
 Age-appropriate children's book about gender identity (optional)
 Examples of diverse gender expressions (optional: pictures, magazine
clippings)

Components Duration Activities

 Start with a fun and engaging activity that gets
students moving and interacting, such as a game or
group song.
 Briefly review any previous lessons or activities
related to identity or diversity.
Friday Routine
5 mins
Exercise
WATER by Tyla | Zumba | TML Crew Toto Tayag
https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=srEz7MWmUKs

 Briefly introduce the topic of gender identity and

expression, emphasizing its importance in
understanding ourselves and others.
 Invite students to share any news articles, stories, or
Current Health
5 mins personal experiences they may have encountered
News Sharing
related to gender identity or expression.
 Facilitate a respectful discussion, ensuring everyone
feels comfortable sharing and listening.

Health Sessions 30 mins 1. Defining Gender Identity:

o Explain that gender identity is a person's
internal sense of being male, female,
transgender, genderqueer, or non-binary. It's
different from biological sex assigned at birth.
o Use age-appropriate language and examples to

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illustrate the concept.

o Discuss the importance of respecting
everyone's self-identified gender identity.
2. Exploring Gender Expression:
o Explain that gender expression is how someone
outwardly expresses their gender identity
through clothing, hairstyle, name, pronouns,
etc.
o Emphasize that gender expression is diverse
and doesn't always conform to traditional
expectations.
o Show examples of diverse gender expressions
(optional) and discuss how they challenge
stereotypes.
3. Challenging Stereotypes and Biases:
o Discuss how harmful stereotypes and biases
can affect people based on their gender identity
or expression.
o Encourage students to identify and challenge
these stereotypes in their own lives and
communities.
o Role-play scenarios where someone is
misgendered or stereotyped, and practice
respectful responses.

 Read an age-appropriate children's book about gender

identity (optional) to reinforce learning.
 Distribute sticky notes (optional) and ask students to
write down:
o One thing they learned about gender identity
Reflection and and expression.
10 mins
sharing o One question they still have.
o One way they can be more respectful of others'
gender identities.
 Have students share their reflections in pairs or as a
whole group, building upon each other's ideas.

 Briefly summarize the key points about gender

identity and expression.
 Answer any remaining questions students may have.
 Encourage students to continue learning about
gender diversity and be respectful of everyone's
Wrap Up 10 mins
identities.
 End with a positive and inclusive message about
celebrating differences and creating a more welcoming
world for all.

Prepared By:

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Teacher I

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