Certainly!

Here's a detailed lesson plan that aligns with the learning competency "EN7LIT-I-2:
Analyze the maxims, universal truths, and philosophies presented in the literary text as a means
of valuing other people and their various circumstances in life."

**Title:** Exploring Maxims and Universal Truths in Literature

**Grade Level:** Grade 7

**Duration:** Two 45-minute class periods

**I. Objectives:**
By the end of this lesson, students should be able to:
- Analyze maxims, universal truths, and philosophies presented in literary texts.
- Understand how these maxims relate to valuing other people and their various circumstances
in life.
- Apply the lessons learned from the text to real-life situations.

**II. Materials:**
- Copies of a literary text (short story, fable, or excerpt from a novel)
- Whiteboard and markers
- Projector for displaying text on the board (if available)
- Handouts with questions for discussion
- Chart paper and markers

**III. Procedure:**

**Day 1:**

**A. Introduction (15 minutes):**

1. Begin the lesson by discussing the concept of maxims and universal truths. Explain that
these are statements or sayings that express widely accepted principles or wisdom.
2. Discuss the importance of maxims in literature and how they can provide valuable life
lessons.

**B. Reading and Analysis (30 minutes):**

1. Provide students with a literary text that contains maxims, universal truths, or philosophical
statements. You can choose a fable or short story that includes moral lessons.
2. Ask students to read the text individually or in pairs.
3. While reading, instruct students to identify and underline the maxims, universal truths, or
philosophies presented in the text.

**C. Group Discussion (20 minutes):**

1. Divide the class into small groups.
2. Provide each group with handouts containing questions for discussion related to the maxims
and universal truths in the text.
3. Instruct the groups to discuss the meaning and relevance of these maxims and how they
relate to valuing other people and their circumstances.

**Day 2:**

**D. Whole-Class Discussion (20 minutes):**

1. Begin the second day of the lesson by reviewing the maxims and universal truths identified in
the text during the previous session.
2. Lead a class discussion about the meaning and significance of these maxims.
3. Encourage students to share their interpretations and examples of real-life situations where
these maxims apply.

**E. Real-Life Application (20 minutes):**

1. Transition the discussion to real-life scenarios. Ask students to think about how the maxims
and universal truths from the text can be applied to their own lives or situations they have
encountered.
2. Encourage students to share personal anecdotes or stories that align with the lessons from
the text.

**F. Reflection and Conclusion (10 minutes):**

1. Ask students to reflect on the discussion and share their thoughts on how understanding
maxims and universal truths can help them value other people and their various circumstances
in life.
2. Discuss the importance of empathy and respect for others.

**IV. Assessment:**
- Assess students based on their participation in group and class discussions, their ability to
identify and interpret maxims and universal truths in the text, and their reflections on the
practical application of these lessons.

**V. Homework:**
- Assign a short essay or reflection where students analyze the maxims and universal truths
presented in the literary text and discuss how they can apply these lessons in their daily lives.

**VI. Extension Activity:**

- Provide additional literary texts or fables with different maxims and universal truths for students
to analyze independently or in groups.

**VII. Additional Notes:**

- This lesson plan can be adapted for various literary texts and grade levels, emphasizing the
importance of moral lessons and wisdom found in literature.