CATCH-UP FRIDAYS TEACHING GUIDE

I. General Overview
Catch-up Subject: Peace Education Grade Level: Grade 5
Quarterly Theme: Peace Concept Sub-theme: Optimism

Time: Week 1 Date: April 5, 2024

II. Session Outline
Session Title: “School’s primary responsibility is ensuring the safety of the
students”
Session At the end of the session, learners will be able to:
Objectives: a) have an understanding of the concepts related to optimism
b) understand the importance of being optimism; and
c) apply the key concepts they have learned to their daily lives.
Key Concepts:  Optimistic individuals tend to expect favorable outcomes in
various situations. They believe that things will work out for
the best, even when faced with difficulties.
 Optimism is closely linked with resilience, which is the ability
to bounce back from setbacks and adapt to adversity.
 Optimistic people are more likely to view setbacks as temporary
and see them as opportunities for growth rather than
insurmountable obstacles.
 Optimists approach challenges with a proactive mindset,
seeking solutions and opportunities for improvement. They are
more likely to focus on what they can control rather than
dwelling on things beyond their influence.
 Optimists tend to interpret events in a positive light, looking for
silver linings or lessons to be learned from difficult situations.
They are inclined to reframe negative experiences in a way that
emphasizes growth and personal development.
 Optimism is associated with greater emotional well-being and
lower levels of stress, anxiety, and depression. Optimistic
individuals are better equipped to cope with stress and
maintain a sense of hope and positivity even in tough times.
 Optimism is a mindset or perspective characterized by
hopefulness, resilience, and a belief in the inherent goodness of
life. It can have profound effects on an individual's mental
health, relationships, and overall quality of life.
III. Teaching Strategies
Components Duration Activities and Procedures
A. Introduction 10 mins Activity: Get to know you
and Warm-Up Materials: a PowerPoint Presentation
 Play a "Get to Know You" game where students
share something that makes them happy and give
hope sometimes.
B. Concept 15 mins Activity: Exploring Peace concept
Exploration Materials: PowerPoint presentation that discusses the
peace concept
 Lead a discussion about the word “optimism”
 Ask students what it means to respect themselves,
others, and the world around them. Record their
ideas on their journals.

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C. Valuing 20 mins Activity: Action Brainstorming

Materials: PowerPoint presentation
 Ask students to brainstorm individual actions they
can take to promote optimism.
 Later on they will discuss it by group in front of
the class.
 Ask “Why is it important to decide wisely?”

Journal Writing 15 mins Activity: Expressing Neighborhood: Our Journey

Materials: Journals, writing tools, coloring materials,
cellphones for digital entries, bond paper.
 Explain the task: Creatively express thoughts on
deciding wisely
 Allow time to write, draw, or record thoughts.
 Sharing Option: Offer learners the chance to share
reflections.
 Conclude by emphasizing the critical role of
relating to their neighbors for positive social
interactions and relationships.

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