CATCH-UP FRIDAYS TEACHING GUIDE

(FOR VALUES, PEACE, AND HEALTH

ED)

I. General Overview
Catch-up Subject: Health Education Grade Level: 7-12
Quarterly Theme: Sexual and Reproductive Sub-theme: Difference
Health between
friendship,
Romantic and
sexual
relationship
s
Time: Date:
II. Session Details
Session Title: The Value of Friendship
Sessio At the end of the session, learners will be able to:
n a) Define friendship;
Objectives b) Identify the characteristics of a good friend; and
: c) Create a quick note of appreciation.
Key Concepts: The foundation of friendship is understanding, support, and shared
experiences that work together to form a bond that benefits all
parties and enhances their relationship.
III. Facilitation Strategies
Components Duration Activities and Procedures
Introduction
5 minutes Perform dance exercise. Let learners go in groups with
and Warm-
their friends in the classroom
Up
Activity: “Tell me who your friends are”
Instruction: The t
eacher will present description of friends and the
learners will identify and write the name their friends
inside the classroom or school.

1. Your childhood
2. Your close friends (friends that we know we can call at
any time and they’ll be there).
3. Your best friend (friend when you need a partner in
crime)
4. The one you take care of (someone you once cared
deeply about)
5. Newly found (acquainted with)
Concept 20
Exploration minutes Processing:
1. What is special about having a friend?
2. How do you value your friendship?

Good Friendship – t's an interpersonal connection that

has developed through time and has its foundation on
support, trust, and caring.

Characteristics of friendship:

● Trust and understanding are essential elements

of a friendship, differentiating it from romantic
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and sexual relationships.

● Friendships contribute positively to mental

health and overall well-being, emphasizing
emotional support and connection.

● Unlike sexual relationships, friendships focus on

platonic intimacy and companionship, without
the inclusion of physical intimacy

Characteristic of a true friendship

- Enjoy spending time together

- Loyal
- Trustworthy
- Caring and willing to listen
- Accepting
- Understanding

Benefits of having friends in sexual and reproductive

health
● Supportive Relationship

● Emotional Well-Being

● Healthy Behavior Influence

Characteristics of a Bad Friendship:

- Spreads Gossip
- Harms or hurt you
- Places you in danger
- One-side relationship
- Doesn’t care

Why do we need good friends?

1. It makes our lives more fulfilling and rewarding.

- provides us with emotional support and lifts our spirits

during difficult times.
- They are a source of encouragement and motivation.
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2. It makes us healthier and friendships boost our self-worth
(how we feel about ourselves).
3. We feel good about ourselves when we help a friend and
provide them with support

Activity: Speed Appreciation

10
Valuing/Wrap-up Materials Needed:
minutes Sticky notes or small pieces of paper
Pens or markers
Instructions:

Quick Reflection (1 minute):

Ask students to take a moment and think about a specific
friend they appreciate. It could be someone they know well
or someone they've recently connected with.

Speed Appreciation (3 minutes):

Give each participant a few sticky notes or small pieces of
paper.

Set a timer for 3 minutes.

In those 3 minutes, challenge the students to write quick
notes of appreciation to their chosen friend. Each note
should highlight something they value or love about that
friend.

Sharing (3 minute):
Invite the students to share one or two of their appreciation
notes with the group.

“Encourage the students to share their notes with their

friends outside of the activity to spread positivity.”
Write in your journal on the qualities of a true friend and
Reflective
5 minutes explore personal experiences and feelings related to
Journaling
friendship/

Prepared By:

JUAN DELA CRUZ

Teacher I

Recommending Approval: Approved:

Master Teacher School Head