CATCH-UP FRIDAYS TEACHING GUIDE

I. General Overview
Catch-up Subject: Science Grade Level: VI
Quarterly Theme: Friction Sub-theme: Describe Friction and
How Friction Affects Movement of Objects
Time: Date:
II. Session Outline
Session Title: "Describe Friction with Integration on Literacy”
Session a) describe friction;
Objectives b) explain how friction affect the movement of different objects;
c) identify the factors affecting the motion of sliding or rolling objects;
d) explain how friction affects the motion of objects around you; and
e) demonstrate how the movement of moving objects are affected by
friction.
Integration: 1) Mathematics - In mathematics, students can explore the concept of
friction through solving word problems involving forces and motion.
They can use mathematical equations to calculate frictional forces and
understand the relationship between friction and other variables such
as mass and acceleration.
2) English - In English, students can read and analyze literary texts that
depict friction or conflicts between characters. They can also write
narratives or essays that incorporate the concept of friction as a
metaphor for challenges or obstacles in life.
3) Physical Education - In physical education, students can participate in
activities that involve friction, such as relay races or tug-of-war. They
can observe how friction affects their movements and performance in
different sports and physical activities.
Key Concepts: The key concepts in teaching friction include:
 Definition: Explain what friction is and how it works. Emphasize that
friction is a force that opposes motion and acts in the opposite
direction of an object's motion.
 Types of Friction: Introduce the different types of friction, such as
static friction (when an object is at rest), kinetic friction (when an
object is in motion), and rolling friction (when an object rolls on a
surface).
 Factors Affecting Friction: Discuss the factors that affect the amount of
friction, including the nature of the surfaces in contact, the force
pressing the surfaces together, and the presence of lubricants.
 Frictional Forces: Explain how frictional forces can be both helpful and
harmful. Discuss examples of how friction is useful in everyday life,
such as walking, driving, and gripping objects. Also, highlight
situations where friction can be a hindrance, such as slowing down
moving objects or causing wear and tear.
 Applications: Explore real-world applications of friction, such as the
design of tires for better traction, the use of brakes in vehicles, and the
importance of friction in sports like soccer and basketball.
 Reducing Friction: Discuss methods to reduce friction, such as using
lubricants, polishing surfaces, or using wheels and bearings. Explain
how reducing friction can improve efficiency and minimize wear and
tear.
 Frictional Forces and Motion: Show how frictional forces can affect the
motion of objects. Discuss concepts such as Newton's laws of motion
and how friction can either assist or resist motion.
 Experiments and Demonstrations: Engage students in hands-on

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activities and experiments to demonstrate the concepts of friction. For

example, have students measure the coefficient of friction between
different surfaces or explore how different factors affect the frictional
force.
III. Teaching Strategies
Components Duration Activities and Procedures
Teaching Strategy: Storytelling
Instructional Materials:
1) Storybook about a character overcoming friction or challenges
2) Visual aids (pictures or illustrations related to friction)
3) Interactive quiz on friction

Activity 1: Friction in Everyday Life

Teaching Strategy: Experiential Learning

Materials:
- Smooth and rough surfaces (e.g., sandpaper, plastic, wood)
- Objects with different textures (e.g., rubber ball, wooden block,
metal spoon)
Significance: This activity allows students to explore and
observe friction in everyday life.
Instructions:
1) Divide the students into small groups.
2) Provide each group with different surfaces and objects.
3) Instruct the students to experiment by rubbing the objects on
different surfaces and observe the level of friction.
4) Ask the students to record their observations and discuss
their findings as a group.
A. Motivation
10 mins Assessment Questions:
and Activities
1) What is friction?
2) Give an example of a situation where friction is helpful.

Activity 2: Friction in Literature

Teaching Strategy: Discussion

Materials: Short stories or excerpts from literary texts that
depict conflicts or friction between characters
Significance: This activity allows students to analyze how
friction is portrayed in literature and relate it to real-life
situations.

Instructions:
1) Assign each student a short story or excerpt to read.
2) Instruct the students to identify and highlight instances of
friction or conflicts between characters.
3) Conduct a class discussion where students share their
findings and discuss the impact of friction on the plot and
character development.

Assessment Questions:
1) How does friction contribute to the development of the story?
2) Can you relate the conflicts in the story to real-life situations?

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Activity 1 - Through the experiential learning activity, students

were able to observe and understand the role of friction
in everyday life. They learned that friction can vary
depending on the texture of surfaces and objects, and
they were able to relate this to real-life situations where
friction is encountered.
Activity 2 - By analyzing friction in literature, students were
able to identify and analyze conflicts between characters
B. Analysis 15 mins and how friction contributes to the development of the
story. They also made connections between fictional
conflicts and real-life situations where friction exists.
Activity 3 - Through artistic expression, students were able to
visually represent their understanding of friction. They
demonstrated creativity in depicting the forces and
effects of friction, and they were able to explain their
creative choices.
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The objective of describing friction with literacy integration aims
to deepen students' understanding of friction by connecting it to
other subjects and real-life contexts. By exploring friction in
C. Abstraction 20 mins mathematics, English, and physical education, students can see
how this scientific concept extends beyond the science
classroom and is relevant in various aspects of their lives.

Teaching Strategy: Problem-Based Learning

Task - Individually, students will write a short narrative or essay

Application 15 mins that incorporates the concept of friction as a metaphor for
overcoming challenges or obstacles in life. They should use
descriptive language and literary devices to convey the impact of
friction on their activities everyday.

Prepared By:

GRACE G. MACADAT
Teacher

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