La Salle University

College of Teacher Education

Ozamiz City, 7200

A Detailed Lesson Plan

In
Teaching Science in the Intermediate
Grades
(Waters in the Environment)

Respectfully Submitted by:

Gracety Kale E. Aso

Loredel G. Balanay
Respectfully Submitted to:

Dr. Jenel S. Cruz

 I. Objectives: At the end of the lesson, the pupils will be able to:
a. compare and contrast the different sources of water;
b. give importance of one’s access to clean water; and
c. propose an advocacy campaign on the phrase “Save the Water”
II. Subject matter: Waters in the Environment
Reference: Ferrer, D., Mingoa, T., Padua, A., & Joaquin, C. (2016). Science and You 4. Vibal
Group,Inc. (pp. 209-229).
Instructional Materials: Charts, Pictures, PPT

III. Procedure: 5E’s Method

Teacher’s Activity Pupils’ Activity

A. Engage

Good morning class! Good morning, teacher.

Let us pray first. kindly lead the prayer.

Before you sit down, kindly please pick up

the pieces of paper on the floor.

You may now sit down.

(Checking of attendance)

Is there any absentee today? None, teacher.

That’s great!

Before we formally start our discussion this

morning, I have rules that you must follow
and that rule is abbreviated to L.R.P

It means that pupils should Listen, Respect

and Participate during the discussion.

Are the rules clear class? Yes, teacher.

Alright, very good.
 1. Review

Before we proceed to our next

discussion, let us have a review first about the
discussion last meeting.

What was our lesson last meeting? Types of Soil.

Very well!

Now to check if you have really learned our

lesson last meeting, we will be having an
activity.

This activity will be called: “Identify Me!”

Direction: Identify the soil particle described

in each statement. Write your answer before Possible Answers:
the number.
1. Silt
2. Sand
____1. It is a medium -sized particle in soil,
3. Clay
when dry, it feels smooth and powdery. 4. Sand
5. Silt
____2. This is the largest particle in soil, it
feels rough when you rub it.

____3. It is the smallest particle in soil that

feels smooth and sticky when wet, and hard
when dry.

____4. It is mostly found on the beaches and

seashores.

____5. The particles are packed tightly and

become sticky when wet.

Excellent class! You got it all correct.

With that, let's give everyone a (Student do as told)

Lasallian clap A. Begin.
 2. Motivation

(The teacher will present a poem to the class.)

Everybody read!

Water
Three fourths of the earth is water
In the forms of oceans, lakes and rivers
Stream, brooks and waterfalls
Water vapor in the air

Water everywhere, water has three forms

Ice in the solid form
Water that we drink is in liquid form
Steam in the gaseous form

Now, what is the poem all about? It is all about water.

How much water do we have here on earth? Earth consists of three fourths of water.

What are the different forms of water? There are different forms of water such as
oceans, lakes, rivers, streams, brooks and
Very Good! waterfalls.

Now that you have an idea of what we are

going to dicuss. Our discussion today is all
about Water in the Environment.

3. Statement of the Aim

I want you to listen attentively because at the

end of the lesson you will be able to know the
water in the environment, compare and
contrast the different sources of water, give
importance to one's access to clean water; and
propose an advocacy campaign on the phrase
“Save the Water”.

Are the objectives clear, class? Yes, teacher.

Do you have any questions before we proceed None, teacher.
to our discussion?

Alright!

B. Explore

We will have a group activity. This activity is

called “Analyze me”

I have pictures here and I want you to observe

and analyze the picture.

Mechanics:

1. Divide the class into four groups.

2. Each group is provided with one picture

and they are allowed to to explore relevant
information about their assigned image within
the provided textbook.

3. The class will be given 5 minutes to do the

activity.

4. Each group will have 1 representative to

present their answer in the class.

Group 1: Groundwater

Guide Questions: Possible Answers:

1. What is groundwater? 1. Groundwater is water found beneath

the Earth's surface in spaces between
soil particles and in cracks in rocks.
 2. How do we use groundwater in our 2. We use groundwater for drinking,
daily lives? irrigation (watering plants), and
industrial purposes like
manufacturing.

3. Why is it important to keep

groundwater clean?
4. How can we protect groundwater from
pollution?
5. Can you think of one way you can
help conserve groundwater at home or
in your community?
Group 2: Ocean and Sea
3. Keeping groundwater clean ensures
that it's safe for drinking and prevents
harm to plants, animals, and
ecosystems that rely on it.
4. We can protect groundwater from
pollution by properly disposing of
hazardous materials, using fewer
chemicals on lawns and gardens, and
avoiding dumping waste in or near
water sources.
5. You can conserve groundwater by
fixing leaks in faucets and pipes,
taking shorter showers, and reducing
water usage outdoors by using drip
irrigation and collecting rainwater for
plants.

Guide Questions: Possible Answers:

1. Oceans and seas play a crucial

1. How do oceans and seas help with rain role in the water cycle by
and weather? evaporating water, which
forms clouds and eventually
leads to rain. They also
influence global weather
 patterns and regulate climate.

2. We use water from oceans and

2. How do we use water from oceans and seas for transportation,
recreation (like swimming and
seas?
surfing), and obtaining
resources such as fish and
seafood. Additionally, ocean
water is used in some
industries, like desalination
plants for producing
freshwater.
3. We can't drink water directly
3. Why can't we drink water directly from oceans and seas because
it's salty. The high salt content
from oceans and seas? can be harmful to our bodies
and cause dehydration.

4. The main problem with turning

4. What problems do we face when we ocean water into drinking
try to turn ocean water into drinking water is the process of
water? desalination, which requires
significant energy and
resources. Desalination plants
are expensive to build and
operate, and the leftover brine
(highly concentrated saltwater)
can

Group 3: Freshwater

Possible Answers:
Guide Questions:
1. What is freshwater, and where does it 1. Freshwater is water with low salt
come from? content that is safe to drink. It comes
from sources like rivers, lakes, and

2. How do humans use freshwater in
their daily lives?
3. Why is freshwater important for plants
and animals?
4. What are some sources of freshwater?
5. How can we conserve freshwater for
future generations?
Group 4: Waterfalls
Guide Question:
Possible answers:
1. How are waterfalls formed?
2. Why are waterfalls important as a
source of water?
underground aquifers.
2. Humans use freshwater for drinking,
cooking, bathing, washing clothes,
watering plants, and many other
everyday activities.
3. Freshwater is vital for plants and
animals because they need it to
survive and grow. Plants use
freshwater for photosynthesis, while
animals need it to drink and stay
hydrated.
4. Some sources of freshwater include
rivers, lakes, ponds, streams, springs,
and underground aquifers.
5. We can conserve freshwater by fixing
leaks, using water-saving appliances,
taking shorter showers, watering
plants in the evening, not wasting
water, and protecting water sources
from pollution.
1. Waterfalls are formed when a river
flows over a cliff or steep drop in the
land.
2. Waterfalls are important as they
provide a continuous flow of
freshwater downstream for plants,
animals, and people to use.
 3. What happens to the water at the base
of a waterfall?
4. How do people utilize water from
waterfalls?
5. Can you name a famous waterfall and
describe its significance as a water
source?
C. Explain
Great job, explorers! I hope you had a
fantastic time investigating different water
bodies.
Now, let's share our findings and dive deeper
into the world of water.
Let us start from group 1. Based on what the
group presented earlier, Where can we find
groundwater?
What is the use of Groundwater?
How can we ensure that groundwater is
clean?
Very Good! What source of water that holds
mostly the entire surface of the earth?
Why can’t humans drink water from the
ocean?
3. At the base of a waterfall, the water
collects in a pool or continues flowing
downstream, joining other bodies of
water like rivers or lakes.
4. People use water from waterfalls for
drinking, bathing, agriculture, and
generating electricity through
hydropower.
5. The Maria Christina is a famous
waterfall in mindanao because it
produces electricity to the community
aside from its water.
Groundwater is the water found underground
in the cracks and spaces in soil, sand, and
rock.
Groundwater is used for drinking irrigation
(watering plants), and industrial purposes like
manufacturing.
If it is clear and safe to drink.
Groundwater, Ocean and Sea, Fresh water,
waterfalls.
Humans can't drink ocean water because it's

Excellent!
Where does freshwater come from?
How can we ensure that freshwater can still
be clean and used in the future?
Exactly! How do waterfalls form?
How can humans utilize the waterfall?
Very Good!
What is the difference between the
groundwater, ocean, freshwater, and
waterfalls?
too salty and would make them even more
thirsty.
Fresh water is water that contains a low
concentration of dissolved salts and is suitable
for drinking.
We can ensure clean freshwater for the future
by adopting sustainable water management
practices, reducing pollution, and promoting
conservation efforts.
A waterfall is a natural feature where a river
or stream flows over a vertical drop or cliff.
Humans can utilize waterfalls for various
purposes such as hydroelectric power
generation, recreational activities like
sightseeing and adventure sports, irrigation
for agriculture, and in some cases, as a source
of drinking water.
Groundwater is water found underground in
aquifers, while ocean water is the salty water
covering most of Earth's surface. Freshwater
refers to water with low salt content, found in
lakes, rivers, and streams, while waterfalls are
flowing bodies of water that cascade over a
steep drop in elevation
*Values Integration

What have you observed with the boy?

He is drinking water from the ground.

Is the water clean? No, teacher.

Why is it not clean? The water is not clean because it is coming

That’s right! Why is the boy drinking water
from the ground?
from the ground and it’s not clear water.
The boy is drinking water from the ground
because they don’t have a source of water and
they are only depending on water that came
from the rain and ground.

Can you recall an experience when you had (Student will share their experienced)
this situation ?

How does it feel?

(Student will share their experienced)
That’s right!

Class, we are so blessed that we can easily

access clean water and drink anytime because
there are people who can’t drink clean water.
They don’t have a source of water in their
area. So class, I hope that all of you will
treasure our source of water and don’t destroy
it.

Do you understand? Yes, teacher.

Very good!

4. Elaborate

Now to test your understanding, let us have a

game.

Mechanics:

1. With the same group earlier, will be

provided a white board,marker and
eraser.
2. The teacher will read the question
twice.
3. 30 seconds will be given for each
question.
4. Raise the white board when the time is
up.
5. The first group who can raise their
answer first, will get the points.
6. In case of a tie, special rounds or
challenging questions will be used to
determine the ultimate winner.
7. The winning team will receive a prize.

Direction: Determine whether the following

statements are True or False. Write TRUE if
the statement is correct and if false, correct
the statement to make it true.
Possible Answers:
1. Groundwater is found beneath the 1. TRUE
Earth’s surface in spaces between soil
particles and in cracks in rocks.
2. Waterfalls is a water that contains a 2. Fresh Water
low concentration of dissolved salts
and is suitable for drinking.
3. You can conserve groundwater by 3. TRUE
fixing leaks in faucets and pipes,
taking shorter showers, and reducing
 water usage outdoors by using drip
irrigation and collecting rainwater for
plants.
4. Groundwater is primarily used for
recreational purposes like swimming
and fishing.
5. Waterfalls are formed when a river
flows underground.
6. Some sources of freshwater include
oceans, seas and underground
aquifers.
7. Conserving groundwater involves
fixing leaks, taking shorter showers,
and reducing water usage outdoors.
8. Oceans and seas play a crucial role in
the water cycle
9. Waterfalls are not important for
providing a continuous flow of
freshwater downstream.
10. We can drink water directly from
oceans and seas without any harm.
4. Groundwater is used for drinking,
irrigation, and industrial purposes.
5. Waterfalls are formed when a river
falls over a cliff or steep drop in the
land.
6. Some sources of freshwater include
rivers, lakes, ponds, streams, springs.
7. TRUE
8. TRUE
9. Waterfalls are important for providing
a continuous flow of freshwater
downstream.
10. We can’t drink water directly from
oceans and seas without any harm.

5. Evaluate

Activity: “Harmony in Drops”

Mechanics:

1. With the same group earlier, propose

an advocacy campaign on the phrase
“Save the Water”.
2. Decide on a specific message and
target audience.
3. Create posters or visual
representations of your advocacy
campaign.
4. The class will be given 25 minutes.
5. Present and explain your poster in the
class.
Rubrics:
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IV. Assignment
Directions: Ask your family, guardians, or neighbors about the source of water in your community.
Create a 5 sentence paragraph in a whole sheet of paper. (20 points)

Guide Questions:

1. Where does our community get its water from?

2. How do they make our water clean before it comes out of our faucets?

3. What do people do to make sure our water stays clean and there's enough for everyone to use?

4. What do we do to protect our water from getting dirty or used up too quickly? And what are we

thinking about doing in the future to keep our water safe?

 Organized Boardwork

I. Objectives II. Illustration

At the lesson, the pupils will be able to:
a. compare and contrast the different 1. Groundwater
sources of water;
b. give importance of one’s access
to clean water; and 2. Ocean & Sea
c. propose an advocacy campaign on
the phrase “Save the Water”.

3. Freshwater

III. Activity
4. Waterfalls
Mechanics:
1. With the same group earlier,
propose an advocacy campaign
on the phrase “Save the Water”.
2. Decide on a specific message
and target audience.
3. Create posters or visual representations
of your advocacy campaign.
4. The class will be given 25 minutes.

5. Present and explain your poster in the class.