BUDGET OF LESSONS

GRADE 1 – MUSIC, ARTS, PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH

(MAPEH)
Most Essential Learning No. of Days
Quarter Learning Competencies
Competencies (MELC) Taught
Quarter 1 MUSIC
identifies the difference between sound and silence accurately.
1 1
2 relates images to sound and silence within a rhythmic pattern 1
performs steady beat and accurate rhythm through clapping, tapping, chanting,
walking and playing musical instruments in response to sound
o in groupings of 2s o in
3 groupings of 3s o in groupings of 3
4s

performs simple ostinato patterns on other sound sources including body parts
3
creates simple ostinato patterns in groupings of 2s, 3s, and 4s through body
4
movements
ARTS
explains that ART is all around and is created by different people
1 1
identifies different lines, shapes, texture used by artists in drawing
2 1
uses different drawing tools or materials - pencil, crayons, piece of charcoal, a stick
on different papers, sinamay , leaves, tree bark, and other local materials to create his
3 3
drawing about oneself, one’s family, home and school

draws different kinds of plants showing a variety of shapes, lines and color
4 3
P. E.
describes the different parts of the body and their movements through enjoyable
2
physical activities
 1 2

creates shapes by using different body parts

2 shows balance on one, two, three, four and five body parts 2
3 exhibits transfer of weight 2
HEALTH
1 distinguishes healthful from less healthful foods 2
2 tells the consequences of eating less healthful foods 2
practices good eating habits that can help one become healthy
3 2
Quarter 2 MUSIC
5 identifies the pitch of a tone as high or low 1
sings simple melodic patterns
6 1
 ( so –mi, mi –so, mi – re do)
sings the melody of a song with the correct pitch e.g.
• greeting songs
7 • counting songs 1
• action songs

8 identifies similar or dissimilar musical lines 1

identifies with body movements the beginning, ending and repeated parts of a
9 1
recorded music sample
relates basic concepts of musical forms to geometric shapes to indicate
understanding of:
1
• same patterns
• different patterns
 performs songs with the knowledge when to start, stop, repeat or end the song.
10 2
ARTS
identifies colors, both in natural and man-made objects, seen in the surrounding
5 1
discusses the landscape that the learner and that others painted
6 1
uses his creativity to create paints from nature and found materials, and brushes from
1
twigs, cloth and other materials

Most Essential Learning No. of Days

Quarter Learning Competencies
Competencies (MELC) Taught
creates a design inspired by Philippine flowers or objects found in school
7 1
paints a home/school landscape or design choosing specific colors to create a certain
8 2
feeling or mood
appreciates and talks about the landscape he painted and the landscapes of others
9 2
P. E.
identifies locomotor skills 2
moves within a group without bumping or falling using locomotors skills
4 3
executes locomotor skills while moving in different directions at different spatial
5 3
levels
HEALTH
4 identifies proper behavior during mealtime 2
5 demonstrates proper hand washing 2
6 realizes the importance of washing hands 1
7 practices habits of keeping the body clean & healthy 4
8 realizes the importance of practicing good health habits 1
Quarter 3 MUSIC
relates the source of sound with different body movements e.g.
11  wind, wave, swaying of the trees, animal sounds, or sounds produced by 1
man-made devices or machines,

uses voice and other sources of sound to produce a variety of timbres

1
produces sounds with different timbre using a variety of local materials
12 1
identifies volume changes from sound samples using the terms loud and soft
13 1
 interprets with body movements the dynamics of a song
 small movement – soft 1
 big movement –loud

relates the concepts of dynamics to the movements of animals e.g.

• big animals/movement – loud
14 1
• small animals/movement – soft

applies the concepts of dynamic levels to enhance poetry, chants, drama, and musical
15 2
stories
ARTS
10 differentiates between a print and a drawing or painting 1
describes the shape and texture of prints made from objects found in nature and man-
made objects and from the artistically designed prints in his artworks and in the
11 2
artworks of others

creates a print by applying dyes on his finger or palm or any part of the body and
12 pressing it to the paper, cloth, wall, etc. 1
to create impression
creates a print by rubbing pencil or crayon on paper placed on top of a textured
13 1
objects from nature and found objects
stencil a design (in recycled paper, plastic, cardboard, leaves, and other materials)
14 and prints on paper, cloth, sinamay, bark, or a wall 1

15 narrates experiences in experimenting different art materials 1

participates in school/district exhibit and culminating activity in celebration of the
16 1
National Arts Month (February
P. E.
 demonstrates the difference between slow and fast, heavy and light, free and bound
6 2
movements
demonstrates contrast between slow and fast speeds while using locomotor skills
7 6
HEALTH
9 describes the characteristics of a healthful home environment 1
10 discusses the effect of clean water on one’s health 1

Most Essential Learning No. of Days

Quarter Learning Competencies
Competencies (MELC) Taught
11 discusses how to keep water at home clean 1
12 practices water conservation 2
13 explains the effect of indoor air on one’s health
14 identifies sources of indoor air pollution 2
15 practices ways to keep indoor air clean
explains the effect of a home environment to the health of the people living in it
16 2
17 demonstrates how to keep the home environment healthful 1
Quarter 4 MUSIC
demonstrates the basic concepts of tempo through movements (fast or slow)
16 1
Uses body movements or dance steps to respond to varied tempo
• slow movement with slow music
17 1
• fast movement with fast music

uses varied tempo to enhance poetry, chants, drama, and musical stories
18 1
demonstrates awareness of texture by identifying sounds that are solo or with other
19 1
sounds
demonstrates awareness of texture by using visual images 1
distinguishes single musical line and multiple musical lines which occur
20 1
simultaneously in a given song
sings two-part round sogs e.g.
21  Are You Sleeping, Brother John?  Row, Row, 1
Row Your Boat

ARTS
differentiates between 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional artwork and states the
17 1
difference
 identifies the different materials that can be used in creating a
18 3-dimensional object: 1
 clay or wood (human or animal figure)
 bamboo (furniture, bahay kubo )
 softwood ( trumpo )
 paper, cardboard, (masks)
 found material ( parol , sarangola)

selects 3D objects that are well proportioned, balanced and show emphasis in design
19 1
describes the creativity of local and indigenous craftsmen and women who
20 created artistic and useful things out of recycled materials like the parol , maskara 1
, local toys, masks
creates a useful 3D object: a pencil holder, bowl, container, using recycled materials
21 1
like plastic bottles
constructs a mask out of cardboard, glue, found materials, bilao , paper plate, string,
22 seeds and other found materials for a celebration like the Maskara Festival of 1
Bacolod
23 utilizes masks in simple role play or skit 1
creates mobiles out of recyclable materials such as cardboards, papers, baskets,
24 leaves, strings and other found materials 1

creates human figures out of clay, flour-salt mixture, or papermache using different
25 1
techniques
P. E.
identifies movement relationships 2
8 demonstrates relationship of movement 3
performs jumping over a stationary object several times in succession, using
9 forward- and- back and side-to-side movement patterns 3

HEALTH
identifies situations when it is appropriate to ask for assistance from strangers
18 1
 gives personal information, such as name and address to appropriate persons
19 1

Most Essential Learning No. of Days

Quarter Learning Competencies
Competencies (MELC) Taught
20 identifies appropriate persons to ask for assistance
1
21 demonstrates ways to ask for help
22 follows rules at home and in school. 1
23 follows rules during fire and other disaster drills 1
24 observes safety rules with stray or strange animals 1
25 describes what may happen if safety rules are not followed 1
describes ways people can be intentionally helpful or harmful to one
26 1
another
27 distinguishes between good and bad touch 1
practices ways to protect oneself against violent or unwanted behaviors of
28 1
others
 BUDGET OF LESSONS

GRADE 2 – MUSIC, ARTS, PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH (MAPEH)

Most Essential Learning No. of Days

Quarter Learning Competencies
Competencies (MELC) Taught
Quarter 1 MUSIC
relates visual images to sound and silence using quarter note , beamed
1 1
eight notes and quarter rest in a rhythmic pattern
maintains a steady beat when replicating a simple seris of rhythmic patterns
2 (e.g. echo clapping, walking, tapping, chanting and playing musical 1
instruments)
reads stick notations in rhythmic patterns with measures of 2s, 3s and 4s
3 2
4 writes stick notations to represent the heard rhythmic patterns 2
plays simple ostinato patterns on classroom instruments sticks, drums,
triangles, nails, coconut shells, bamboo, empty boxes, etc. 1

creates simple ostinato patterns in measures of 2s, 3s, and 4s with body
5 1
movements
ARTS
describes the different styles of Filipino artists when they create portraits 1
1
and still life (different lines and colors)
differentiates the contrast between shapes and colors of different fruits or
2 plants and flowers in one’s work and in the work of others 1

draws the different fruits or plants to show overlapping of shapes and the
3 contrast of colors and shapes in his colored drawing 2

4 draws from an actual still life arrangement 2

draws a portrait of two or more persons - his friends, his family, showing
5 the differences in the shape of their facial features (shape of eyes, nose, 1
lips, head, and texture of the hair)
6 narrates stories related to the output 1

describes body shapes and actions 2

1 creates body shapes and actions 2
demonstrates momentary stillness in symmetrical and asymmetrical
2 shapes using body parts other than both feet as a base of support 4

HEALTH
states that children have the right to nutrition (Right of the child to nutrition
1 1
Article 24 of the UN Rights of the Child)
2 discusses the importance of eating a balanced meal 2
discusses the important functions of food 1
describes what constitutes a balanced diet 1
considers Food Pyramid and Food Plate in making food choices
3 3
displays good decision-making skills in choosing the right kinds of food
4 2
to eat
Quarter 2 MUSIC
identifies the pitch of tones as:
• high (so)
6 • low (mi) 1
• higher (la)
• lower (re)
responds to ranges of pitch through body movements, singing, or playing
7 1
instruments
sings children songs with accurate pitch:
• wrote songs
8 1
• echo songs
• simple children’s melodies
 demonstrates melodic contour through:
• movement
9 1
• music writing (on paper or on air)
• visual imagery
identifies the beginning and ending of a song 1

Most Essential Learning No. of Days

Quarter Learning Competencies
Competencies (MELC) Taught
demonstrates the beginning, ending and repeats of a song with
• movements
10 • vocal sounds
• instrumental sounds

identifies musical lines as

11 • similar 1
• dissimilar
12 creates melodic introduction and ending of songs 2
ARTS
describes the lines, shapes and textures seen in skin coverings of different
7 animals and sea creatures using visual art words and actions 2

describes the unique shapes, colors, texture and design of the skin
coverings of different fishes and sea creatures or of wild forest animals 1
from images
designs with the use of drawing and painting materials the sea or forest
8 animals in their habitats showing their unique shapes and features, variety 1
of colors and textures in their skin
creates designs by using two or more kinds of lines, colors and shapes by
9 repeating or contrasting them, to show rhythm 2

uses control of the painting tools and materials to paint the different lines,
10 shapes and colors in his work or in a group work 1

designs an outline of a tricycle or jeepney on a big paper, with lines and

11 shapes that show repetition, contrast and rhythm 1

P. E.
describes movements in a location, direction, level, pathway and plane
3 2

4 6

HEALTH
Identifies the functions of the sense organs 2
describes ways of caring for the eyes, ears, nose, hair and skin in order to
5 3
avoid common childhood health conditions
Identifies common teeth and mouth problems 1
6 describes ways of caring for the mouth/teeth 2
7 displays self- management skills in caring for the sense organs 2
Quarter 3 MUSIC
identifies the source of sounds e.g. winds, waves swaying of the trees,
animals sounds, sounds produced by machines, transportation, etc.
1
13 replicates different sources of sounds with body movements
identifies the common musical instruments by their sounds and image
14 1
15 recognizes the difference between speaking and singing
perform songs with appropriate vocal or sound quality (from available
16 2
instruments)
17 distinguishes the dynamics of a song or music sample 1
 uses the words loud, louder, soft, softer to identify variations in volume
18
replicates “loud,” “medium,” and “soft” with voice or with instruments
3
19 performs song with appropriate dynamics
ARTS

Most Essential Learning No. of Days

Quarter Learning Competencies
Competencies (MELC) Taught
differentiates natural and man-made objects with repeated or alternated
12 shapes and colors and materials that can be used in print making 1

creates a consistent pattern by making two or three prints that are repeated
13 1
or alternated in shape or color
carves a shape or letter on an eraser or kamote which can be painted and
14 2
printed several times
15 creates a print on paper or cloth using cut-out designs 2
creates prints for a card and makes several copies or editions of the print so
that cards can be exchanged with other persons 1

participates in a school/district exhibit and culminating activity in

16 1
celebration of the National Arts Month (February)
P. E.
moves:
• at slow, slower, slowest/fast, faster, fastest pace
5 8
• using light, lighter, lightest/strong, stronger, strongest
force with smoothness
HEALTH
8 describes healthy habits of the family 2
9 demonstrates good family health habits and practices 2
10 explains the benefits of healthy expressions of feelings 2
11 expresses positive feelings in appropriate ways 2
demonstrates positive ways of expressing negative feelings, such as anger,
12 1
fear, or disappointment
13 displays respect for the feelings of others 1
Quarter 4 MUSIC
follows the correct tempo of a song including tempo changes
20 1
distinguishes “slow,” “slower,”“ fast,” and “faster” in recorded
21 1
music
identifies musical texture with recorded music
e.g.
• melody with solo instrument or voice
22 2
• single melody with accompaniment
• two or more melodies sung or played together at the same time

shows awareness of texture by relating visual images to recorded or

1
performed music
distinguishes between single musical line and multiple musical lines which
23 1
occur simultaneously
distinguishes between thinness and thickness of musical sound in recorded
24 2
or performed music
ARTS
discusses the artistry of different local craftsmen in creating:
• taka of different animals and figures in Paete, Laguna
17 • sarangola, or kites 1
• banca, native boats from Cavite, and coastal towns

answer a brief diagnostic assessment on giving value and importance

18 to the craftsmanship of the local artists 1

identifies 3- dimensional crafts found in the locality giving emphasis on

19 2
their shapes, textures, proportion and balance
 executes the steps in making a paper mache with focus on proportion and
20 2
balance
creates a clay human figure that is balanced and can stand on its own
21 2
P. E.
familiarizes in various movement activities involving person, objects,
2
music and environment
moves:
6 6
 individually, with partner, and with group
Most Essential Learning No. of Days
Quarter Learning Competencies
Competencies (MELC) Taught
• with ribbon, hoop, balls, and any available indigenous
/improvised materials
• with sound
• in indoor and outdoor settings
HEALTH
14 discusses one’s right and responsibilities for safety 1
15 identifies hazardous areas at home 2
identifies hazardous household products that are harmful if ingested, 2
16 or inhaled, and if touched especially electrical appliances

recognizes warning labels that identify harmful things and substances

17 1

18 explains rules for the safe use of household chemicals 1

19 follows rules for home safety 1
20 identifies safe Unsafe practices and conditions in the school 1
21 practices safety rules during school activities 1

GRADE 3 – MUSIC, ARTS, PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH (MAPEH)

Most Essential Learning No. of Days

Quarter Learning Competencies
Competencies (MELC) Taught
Quarter 1 MUSIC
relates images with sound and silence using quarter note, beamed eight
1 note, half note, quarter rest and half rest within a rhythmic pattern 1

maintains a steady beat when replicating a simple series of rhythmic

patterns in measures of 2s, 3s and 4s (e.g. echo clapping, walking,
2 1
marching, tapping, chanting, dancing the waltz or playing musical
instruments)
plays simple ostinato patterns (continually repeated musical phrase or
3 rhythm) with classroom instruments and other sound sources 2

creates ostinato patterns in different meters using combination of

 different sound sources 1
creates continually repeated musical phrase or rhythm in measures of 2s,
4 1
3s, and 4s
ARTS
distinguishes the size of persons in the drawing, to indicate its distance
1 1
from the viewer
shows the illusion of space in drawing the objects and persons in
2 1
different sizes
explains that artist create visual textures by using a variety of lines and
3 1
colors
discusses what foreground, middle ground and background are all about
4 1
in the context of a landscape
describes the way of life of people in the cultural community
5 1
creates a geometric design by contrasting two kinds of lines in terms of
6 1
type or size

7 1

designs a view of the province/region with houses and buildings

8 indicating the foreground, middle ground and background by the size of 1
the objects
P. E.
1 describes body shapes and actions 2
creates body shapes and actions 1
2 performs body shapes and actions 5
HEALTH
1 describes a healthy person 1
2 explains the concept of malnutrition 1
realizes the importance of following nutritional guidelines 1
3 identifies nutritional problems 1
describes the characteristics, signs and symptoms, effect of the various
4 1
forms of malnutrition
discusses ways of preventing the various forms of malnutrition
5 1
identifies the nutritional guidelines for Filipino 1
6 discusses the different nutritional guidelines 1
7 describes ways of maintaining healthy lifestyle
8 evaluates one’s lifestyle 2
9 adopts habits for a healthier lifestyle
Quarter 2 MUSIC
identifies the pitch of a tone as:
• high – higher
5 • moderately high – higher 1
• moderately low – lower
• low – lower
matches the correct pitch of tones  with
6 1
the voice

Most Essential Learning No. of Days

Quarter Learning Competencies
Competencies (MELC) Taught
 with an instrument

7 recreates simple patterns and contour of a melody 1

identifies the beginning, middle, ending and repetitions within a song or
8 1
music sample
identifies musical lines as
• similar
9
• same 1
• different
recognizes repetitions within a song 1
 sings repetitions of musical lines independently 1
performs song with accurate pitch from beginning to end including
10 1
repetitions
ARTS
discusses the concept that there is harmony in nature as seen in the
color of landscapes at different times of the day
Ex:.
• landscapes of Felix Hidalgo, Fernando Amorsolo,
9 Jonahmar Salvosa 1
• Still’s life of Araceli Dans, Jorge Pineda, Agustin Goy

discusses the concept that nature is so rich for no two animals have the
10 1
same shape, skin covering and color
demonstrates how harmony is created in an artwork because of
11 1
complementary colors and shapes
paints a still life by observing the different shapes, color and texture of
12 fruits, drawing them overlapping and choosing the right colors for each 1
fruit
creates new tints and shades of colors by mixing two or more colors
13 1

14 1

discusses the characteristics of a wild animal by making several pencil

15 sketches and painting it later, adding texture of its skin covering 1

appreciates the truism that Filipino artists painted landscapes in their

own particular style and can identify what makes each artist unique in
16 1
his use of colors to create harmony

P. E.
describes movements in a location, direction, level, pathway and plane
3 2
moves in:
• personal and general space
• forward, backward, and sideward directions
4 6
• high, middle, and low levels
• straight, curve, and zigzag pathways
• diagonal and horizontal planes
HEALTH
10 identifies common childhood diseases 1
discusses the different risk factors for diseases and example of health
11 1
condition under each risk factor
12 explains the effects of common diseases 1
13 explains measures to prevent common diseases 3
explains the importance of proper hygiene and building up one's body
14 2
resistance in the prevention of diseases
demonstrates good self-management and good decision making-skills to
15 2
prevent common diseases
Quarter 3 MUSIC
11 recognizes musical instruments through sound 1
uses the voice and other sources of sound to produce a variety of timbres
12 1

Most Essential Learning No. of Days

Quarter Learning Competencies
Competencies (MELC) Taught
13 distinguishes “loud,” “medium,” and “soft” in music 1
responds to conducting gestures of the teacher for “loud” and “soft”
14 1
relates dynamics to the movements of animals e.g.
• elephant walking – loud
1
• mice scurrying – soft
 applies varied dynamics to enhance poetry, chants, drama, songs and
15 musical stories 1
ARTS
Discusses the concept that a print made from objects found in nature can
17 1
be realistic or abstract
explains the importance and variety of materials used for printing
18 1
demonstrates the concept that a print design may use repetition of shapes
19 or lines and emphasis on contrast of shapes and lines 1

demonstrates the concept that a print design can be duplicated many

20 times by hand or by machine and can be shared with others 1

21 explains the meaning of the design created 1

stencils a paper or plastic sheets to be used for multiple prints on cloth or
22 1
hard paper
writes a slogan about the environment that correlates messages to be
23 1
printed on T-shirts, posters, banners or bags
participates in a school/district exhibit and culminating activity in
24 1
celebration of the National Arts Month (February)
P. E.
describes movements in a location, direction, level, pathway and plane
5 2

6 6

HEALTH
16 defines a consumer 1
17 explain the components of consumer health 1
discusses the different factors that influence choice of goods and services
18 2
19 describes the skills of a wise consumer 1
20 demonstrates consumer skills for given simple situations 1
21 identifies basic consumer rights 1
22 practices basic consumer rights when buying 1
23 discusses consumer responsibilities 1
24 identifies reliable sources of health information 1
Quarter 4 MUSIC
Applies correct tempo and tempo changes by following basic
16 1
conducting gestures
17 distinguishes among fast, moderate, and slow in music 1
sings songs with designated tempo
E.g.
1
• Lullaby – slow
• Joyful songs – fast
performs songs with appropriate tempo (use songs from the locality)
18 1
distinguishes between single musical line and multiple musical lines
1
which occur simultaneously
distinguishes between thinness and thickness of musical sound
19 1
demonstrates the concept of texture by singing “partner songs e.g.
20  “Leron, Leron Sinta” 2

Most Essential Learning No. of Days

Quarter Learning Competencies
Competencies (MELC) Taught
• “Pamulinawen”
• “It’s A Small World”
• “He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands
ARTS
 identifies different styles of puppets made in the Philippines (form
25
Teatro Mulat and Anino Theater Group)
1
discusses the variations of puppets in terms of material, structure,
26
shapes, colors and intricacy of textural details
creates a puppet designs that would give a specific and unique character,
27 with designs of varied shapes and colors on puppets to show the unique
character of the puppet
3
constructs a simple puppet based on a character in a legend, myth or
28 story using recyclable materials and bamboo sticks or twigs

manipulates a puppet to act out a character in a story together with the

29 1
puppets
performs as puppeteer together with others, in a puppet show to tell a
30 1
story using the puppet he/she created
designs and creates mask or headdress with the use of recycled or natural
31 1
objects inspired by best festivals
creates a mask or headdress that is imaginary in design using found and
32
recycled material, inspired by local Festivals 1

P. E.
participates in various movement activities involving person, objects,
7 2
music and environment

8 6

HEALTH
25 explains road safety practices as a pedestrian 1
26 demonstrates road safety practices for pedestrian 1
27 explains basic road safety practices as a passenger 1
28 demonstrates road safety practices as a passenger 1
29 explains the meaning of traffic signals and road signs 1
describes dangerous, destructive, and disturbing road situations that need
30 1
to be reported to authorities
31 displays self-management skills for road safety. 1
32 identifies hazards in the community 1
33 follows safety rules to avoid accidents in the community 1
34 recommends preventive action for a safe community 1
 GRADE 4 – MUSIC, ARTS, PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH (MAPEH)

Most Essential Learning No. of Days

Quarter Learning Competencies
Competencies (MELC) Taught
Quarter 1 MUSIC
identifies different kinds of notes and rests (whole, half, quarter and
1 1
eighth)
organizes notes and rests according to simple meters (grouping notes and
1
rests into measures given)
2 reads different rhythmic patterns 1
demonstrates the meaning of rhythmic patterns by clapping in time
1
signatures
performs rhythmic patterns in time signatures 2 3 4
3 1
4 4 4
uses the bar line to indicate groupings of beats in
4 2 3 4 1
4 4 4
5 identifies accented and unaccented pulses 2
ARTS
discusses the rich variety of cultural communities in the
Philippines and their uniqueness
• LUZON- Ivatan, Ifugao, Kalkminga, Bontok,
Gaddang, Agta
• VISAYAS – Ati
1 • MINDANAO-Badjao, Mangyan,Samal, Yakan, 1
Ubanon, Manobo, Higaonon, Talaandig,
Matigsalog, Bilaan, T’boli, Tiruray, Mansaka, Tausug and the
distinctive characteristics of these cultural communities in terms
of attire, body accessories, religious practices and lifestyles

2 2

role play ideas about the practices of the different cultural communities.
3 1
creates a drawing after close study and observation of one of the cultural
4 communities’ way of dressing and accessories. 2

produces a crayon resist on any of the topics: the unique design of the
5 houses, household objects, practices, or rituals of one of the cultural 1
groups.
uses crayon resist technique in showing different ethnic designs or
6 1
patterns.
P. E.
1 describes the physical activity pyramid 1
explains the nature/background of the games 1
describes the skills involved in the games 1
2 executes the different skills involved in the game 5
HEALTH
identifies information provided on the food label 1
explains the importance of reading food labels in selecting and purchasing
1 2
foods to eat
analyzes the nutritional value of two or more food products by comparing
2 2
the information in their food labels
3 describes ways to keep food clean and safe 1
discusses the importance of keeping food clean and safe to avoid disease
4 2
5 identifies common food-borne diseases 1
describes general signs and symptoms of food-borne diseases
6 1
Quarter 2 MUSIC
 6 recognizes the meaning of the G- Clef (treble clef) 1
identifies the pitch names of the G-clef staff including the ledger lines and
7 2
spaces (below middle C)

Most Essential Learning No. of Days

Quarter Learning Competencies
Competencies (MELC) Taught
identifies the movement of the melody as:
• no movement
• ascending stepwise
8 1
• descending stepwise
• ascending skip wise
• descending skip wise
identifies the highest and lowest pitch in a given notation of a musical
9 1
piece to determine its range
10 sings with accurate pitch the simple intervals of a melody 1
11 Creates simple melodic lines 2
ARTS
discusses pictures of localities where different cultural communities live
7 where each group has distinct houses and practices. 1

explains the attire and accessories of selected cultural communities in the

8 1
country in terms of colors and shapes.
appreciates the importance of communities and their culture.
9 1
compares the geographical location, practices, and festivals of the
10 1
different cultural groups in the country.
paints the sketched landscape using colors appropriate to the cultural
11 1
community’s ways of life.
tells a story or relates experiences about cultural communities seen in the
12 1
landscape.
P. E.
explains the nature/background of the games 1
describes the skills involved in the games 1
3 executes the different skills involved in the game 6
HEALTH
7 describes communicable diseases 1

8 2
9 enumerates the different elements in the chain of infection 2
describes how communicable diseases can be transmitted from one person
10 2
to another.
demonstrates ways to stay healthy and prevent and control common
11 1
communicable diseases
12 identifies ways to break the chain of infection at respective 1
practices personal habits and environmental sanitation to prevent and
13 1
control common communicable diseases
Quarter 3 MUSIC
identifies aurally and visually the introduction and coda (ending) of a
12 1
musical piece
identifies aurally and visually the antecedent and consequent in a musical
13 1
piece
recognizes similar and contrasting phrases in vocal and instrumental
music
14 1
• melodic
• rhythmic
performs similar and contrasting phrases in music
15 • melodic 1
• rhythmic
 identifies as vocal or instrumental, a recording of the following:
• solo
• duet
16 1
• trio
• ensemble

identifies aurally and visually various musical ensembles in the

17 1
community
recognizes the use of the symbol p (piano) and f (forte) in a musical score
1

Most Essential Learning No. of Days

Quarter Learning Competencies
Competencies (MELC) Taught
applies dynamics in a simple music score using the symbols p (piano)
18 and f (forte) 1
ARTS
13 discusses the texture and characteristics of each material
analyses how existing ethnic motif designs are repeated and alternated. 1
14
demonstrates the process of creating relief prints and how these relief
15 prints makes the work more interesting and harmonious in terms of the
elements involved. 1
designs ethnic motifs by repeating, alternating, or by radials arrangement.
16
creates a relief master or mold using additive and subtractive processes.
17 1
creates simple, interesting, and harmoniously arranged relief prints from a
18 1
clay design.
prints reliefs with adequate skill to produce clean prints with a particular
19 1
design motif (repeated or alternated).
creates the relief mold using found material: hard foam; cardboard
20 shapes glued on wood; strings and buttons, old screws, and metal parts 2
glued on wood or cardboard.
participates in a school/district exhibit and culminating activity in
21 1
celebration of the National Arts Month (February).
P. E.
explains the nature/background of the dance 1
describes the skills involved in the dance 1
4 executes the different skills involved in the dance 6
HEALTH
14 describes uses of medicines 1
15 differentiates prescription from non-prescription medicines 1
describes ways on how medicines are misused and abused 2

16 2
17 describes the proper use of medicines 2
explains the importance of reading drug information and labels, and other
18 2
ways to ensure proper use of medicines
Quarter 4 MUSIC
uses appropriate musical terms to indicate variations in tempo
• largo
19 1
• presto

identifies aurally and visually an ostinato or descant in a musical sample

20 1
21 recognizes solo or 2-part vocal or instrumental music 1
identifies harmonic intervals (2 pitches) in visual and auditory music
22 1
samples
23 writes samples of harmonic intervals (2 pitches) 1
24 performs a song with harmonic intervals (2 pitches) 3
ARTS
 differentiates textile traditions in other Asian Countries like China,
22 India, Japan,Indonesia and in the Philippines in the golden times and
presently. 1
Discusses the pictures or actual samples of different kinds of mat
23
weaving traditions in the Philippines.
discusses the intricate designs of mats woven in the Philippines:
• Basey, Samar buri mats
• Iloilo bamban mats
24 • Badjao&Samal mats 1
• Tawi-tawilaminusa mats
• Romblon buri mats

25 explains the steps to produce good tie-dye designs. 1

explains the meaning of designs, colors, and patterns used in the
26 1
artworks.
Most Essential Learning No. of Days
Quarter Learning Competencies
Competencies (MELC) Taught
creates a small mat using colored buri strips or any material that can be
27 woven, showing different designs: squares, checks zigzags, and stripes. 1

creates original tie-dyed textile design by following the traditional steps

28 1
in tie-dyeing using one or two colors.
weaves own design similar to the style made by a local ethnic group.
29 1
P. E.
explains the nature/background of the dance 1
describes the skills involved in the dance 1
5 executes the different skills involved in the dance 5
HEALTH
19 recognizes disasters or emergency situations 1
demonstrates proper response before, during, and after a disaster or an
20 3
emergency situation
relates disaster preparedness and proper response during emergency
21 1
situations in preserving lives
describes appropriate safety measures during special events or situations
22 2
that may put people at risk
describes the dangers of engaging in risky behaviors such as use of
23 2
firecrackers, guns, alcohol drinking
advocates the use of alternatives to firecrackers and alcohol in
24 1
celebrating special events

GRADE 5 – MUSIC, ARTS, PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH (MAPEH)

Most Essential Learning No. of Days

Quarter Learning Competencies
Competencies (MELC) Taught
Quarter 1 MUSIC
1 identifies the kinds of notes and rests in a song 1
 recognizes rhythmic patterns using quarter note, half note, dotted half note,
2 dotted quarter note, and eighth note in simple time signatures 1

identifies accurately the duration of notes and rests in

3 2 3 4 3
4 4 4 time signatures
creates different rhythmic patterns using notes and rests in time signatures
4 3
ARTS
discusses events, practices, and culture influenced by colonizers who have
1
come to our country by way of trading.
designs an illusion of depth/distance to simulate a 3-dimensional effect by
1
using crosshatching and shading techniques in drawings (old pottery, boats,
2
jars, musical instruments).

presents via powerpoint the significant parts of the different architectural

designs and artifacts found in the locality.
3 e.g. bahaykubo, torogan, bahaynabato, simbahan, carcel,
etc.
explains the importance of artifacts, houses, clothes, 1
language, lifestyle - utensils, food, pottery, furniture - influenced
4 by colonizers who have come to our country (Manunggul jar,
balanghai, bahay na bato, kundiman,
Gabaldon schools, vaudeville, Spanish-inspired churches).

5 2

creates mural and drawings of the old houses, churches or buildings of

6 2
his/her community.
participates in putting up amini-exhibit with labels of
7 Philippine artifacts and houses after the whole class completes
drawings. 2
tells something about his/her community as reflected on his/her artwork.
8
P. E.
explains the nature/background of the games 1
describes the skills involved in the games 1
1 executes the different skills involved in the game 6
HEALTH
1 describes a mentally emotionally and socially healthy person 2
suggests ways to develop and maintain one’s mental and emotional health
2 1
3 recognizes signs of healthy and unhealthy relationships 1
explains how healthy relationships can positively impact health
4 1
5 discusses ways of managing unhealthy relationships 1
describes some mental, emotional and social health concerns
1
discusses the effects of mental, emotional and social health concerns on
6 1
one’s health and wellbeing
demonstrates skills in preventing or managing teasing, bullying,harassment
7 1
or abuse
identifies appropriate resources and people who can help in dealing with
8 1
mental, emotional and social, health concerns.
Quarter 2 MUSIC
recognizes the meaning and uses of F-Clef on
the staff
1
5

Most Essential Learning No. of Days

Quarter Learning Competencies
Competencies (MELC) Taught
 identifies the pitch names of each line and space on the FClef staff
6
describes the use of the symbols:
7 1
sharp (# ), flat (♭), and natural (♮)
8 recognizes aurally and visually, examples of melodic interval 1
9 identifies the notes in the C major scale 1
determines the range of a musical example
10 • wide 1
• narrow
reads notes in different scales:
• pentatonic scale
11 1
• C major scale
• G major scale
12 creates simple melodies 1
13 performs his/ her own created melody 1
ARTS
explains the importance of natural and historical places in the community
that have been designated as World
Heritage Site (e.g., rice terraces in Banawe, Batad; Paoay Church; Miag-ao
9 Church; 1
landscape of Batanes, Callao Caves in Cagayan; old houses in Vigan,
Ilocos Norte; and the torogan in Marawi)
explains that artists have different art styles in painting
landscapes or significant places in their respective provinces (e.g., Fabian
10 dela Rosa, Fernando Amorsolo, Carlos
Francisco, Vicente Manansala, Jose Blanco, Victorio Edades,
Juan Arellano, Prudencio Lamarroza, and Manuel Baldemor) 2
presents via powerpoint the artistry of famous Filipino artists in painting
11 different landscapes and is able to describe what makes each artist’s
masterpiece unique from others.
12 2
demonstrates skills and knowledge about foreground, middle ground, and
13 background to emphasize depth in painting a landscape. 2

discusses details of the landscape significant to the history of the country.

14 1
P. E.
explains the nature/background of the games 1
describes the skills involved in the game 1
2 executes the different skills involved in the game 6
HEALTH
describes the physical, emotional and social changes during puberty
1
recognizes the changes during puberty as a normal part of growth and
development
9 • Physical change 1
• Emotional change
• Social change
describes common misconceptions related on puberty 1
assesses common misconceptions related to puberty in terms of scientific
10 1
basis and probable effects on health
describes the common health issues and concerns during puberty
11 1
accepts that most of these concerns are normal consequenceof bodily
12 changes during puberty but one can learn to manage them 1

discusses the negative health impact and ways of preventing major issues
13 2
such as early and unwanted pregnancy
demonstrates ways to manage puberty-related health issues and concerns
14
1
15 practices proper self-care procedures
 Most Essential Learning No. of Days
Quarter Learning Competencies
Competencies (MELC) Taught
 discusses the Importance of seeking the advice of professionals/ trusted and
16 reliable adults in managing puberty-related health issues and concerns

17 differentiates sex from gender

identifies factors that influence gender identity and gender roles
18
discusses how family, media, religion, school and society in general 1
19
reinforce gender roles
gives examples of how male and female gender roles are changing
20
Quarter 3 MUSIC
recognizes the design or structure of simple musical forms:
• unitary (one section)
14 • strophic (same tune with 2 or more sections and 2 or more 1
verses)
15 creates a 4- line unitary song 1
16 creates a 4 –line strophic song with 2 sections and 2 verses 2
describes the following vocal timbres:
• soprano
17 • alto 1
• tenor
• bass
identifies aurally and visually different instruments in:
• rondalla
18 • drum and lyre band 1
• bamboo group/ensemble (Pangkat Kawayan)
• other local indigenous Ensembles
19 creates music using available sound sources 2
ARTS

15 1

16 discusses possible uses of the printed artwork

shows skills in creating a linoleum, rubber or wood cut print with the 1
17
proper use of carving tools.
creates variations of the same print by using different colors of ink in
18 1
printing the master plate.
follows the step-by-step process of creating a print:
• sketching the areas to be carved out and areas that will remain
• carving the image on the rubber or wood using sharp cutting tools
• preliminary rubbing
• final inking of the plate with printing ink
19 • placing paper over the plate, rubbing the back of the paper 2
• impressing the print
• repeating the process to get several editions of the
print

works with the class to produce a compilation of their prints and create a
20 book or calendar which they can give as gifts, sell, or display on the walls
of their school. 1
demonstrates contrast in a carved or textured area in an artwork.
21
produces several editions of the same print that are wellinked and evenly
22 1
printed.
participates in a school/district exhibit and culminating activity in
23 1
celebration of the National Arts Month (February)
P. E.
explains the nature/background of the dance 1
describes the skills involved in the dance 1
3 executes the different skills involved in the dance 6
 HEALTH

Most Essential Learning No. of Days

Quarter Learning Competencies
Competencies (MELC) Taught
21 explains the concept of gateway drugs 1
22 identifies products with caffeine 1
discusses the nature of caffeine, nicotine and alcohol use and abuse
1
describes the general effects of the use and abuse of caffeine, tobacco and
23 2
alcohol
analyzes how the use and abuse of caffeine tobacco and alcohol can
24 negatively impact the health of the individual, the family and the 2
community
demonstrates life skills in keeping healthy through the non-use of gateway
25 1
drugs
follows school policies and national laws related to the sale and use of
26 2
tobacco and alcohol
Quarter 4 MUSIC
identifies the different dynamic levels used in a song heard 1
uses appropriate musical terms to indicate variations in dynamics:
• piano (p)
• mezzo piano (mp)
• forte(f)
20 • mezzo forte (mf) 1
• crescendo
• decrescendo

21 1

22 describes the texture of a musical piece 1

23 performs 3-part rounds and partner songs 1
identifies the characteristic intervals of major triads: 1
24 uses accompaniment to simple major triad as e songs 2
ARTS
identifies the materials used in making 3-dimensional crafts which express
balance and repeated variation of shapes and colors
• mobile
24
• papier-mâché jar
• paper beads
1
identifies the different techniques in making 3- dimensional crafts
• mobile
25 • papier-mâché jar
• paper beads

26 discusses possibilities on the use of created 3-D crafts. 1

applies knowledge of colors, shapes, and balance in creating mobiles,
27 1
papier-mâché jars, and paper beads.
demonstrates artistry in making mobiles with varied colors and shapes.
28 1
creates designs for making 3-dimensional crafts
• mobile
29 1
• papier-mâché jar
• paper beads
 creates paper beads with artistic designs and varied colors out of old
30 magazines and colored papers for necklace, bracelet, ID lanyard. 1

31 shows skills in making a papier-mâché jar 1

Most Essential Learning No. of Days
Quarter Learning Competencies
Competencies (MELC) Taught
P.E.
explains the nature/background of the dance 1
describes the skills involved in the dance 1
4 executes the different skills involved in the dance 6
HEALTH
27 explains the nature and objectives of first Aid 1
28 discusses basic first aid principles 1
explains the value of first aid training 1
Identifies common injuries at home and in public places 2
demonstrates appropriate first aid for common injuries or conditions
29 5