LESSON PLAN IN SCIENCE V

DATE:_________________
I. Objective:
Distinguish between useful and harmful materials.

II. A. Materials: materials found in the classroom

B .References: Peralta-Peralta, Real Life Science 5
Abiva Publishing House Inc.
The New Science Links Worktext in Science
And Technology 5
Rex Bookstore Inc.
A. Process Skills: observing, classifying
B. Value Integration: Knowing which materials are useful helps
minimize waste.
III. Learning Tasks:
A. Engagement
1. Review about the chemical properties of matter.
2. Show pictures and ask the pupils if they are useful or
harmful.

B. Exploration
1. Individual activity
2. Set norms when doing an activity.
3. Look around the classroom. List 20 materials that you can see.
4. Classify whether these materials are useful or harmful.
5. Make a table like this:

Useful Materials Harmful Materials

C. Explanation
1. Answer the activity.
2. What are the materials that you found useful? ( answers vary)
Why do you think these materials are useful?
3. What are the materials that you found harmful? ( answers vary)
Why do you think these materials are harmful?
4. What properties are used with these materials?

IV. Assignment

Briefly answer each question.

1. Flammable materials like kerosene for gas lamps are commonly
found in homes. How should these be stored to prevent accidental
fires?
LESSON PLAN IN SCIENCE V

DATE:________________
I. Objective:
Distinguish between useful and harmful materials.

II. A. Materials: materials found in the classroom

B .References: Peralta-Peralta, Real Life Science 5
Abiva Publishing House Inc.
The New Science Links Worktext in Science
And Technology 5
Rex Bookstore Inc.
C. Process Skills: observing, classifying
D. Value Integration: Knowing which materials are useful helps
minimize waste.
III. Learning Tasks

D. Elaboration

Background Information
A material’s properties can help you determine if the object is useful or harmful. Knowing about
these properties can help you handle the material correctly.
Useful Materials
Among the materials that are very useful to people are metals, plastics, wood and textiles.
Metal is strong, hard and shiny material that can br formed into different shapes and an excellent
conductor of heat and electricity.
It is commonly used to make coins, kitchenware, containers, car parts and wires.
Plasticis a material that is made from various chemicals. When heated, it can be molded into
different shapes.
Woodis a material that is produced from trees. It is hard, flexible, and long-lasting and these qualities
make wood an all-around material.
Textile is made from either natural or human-made fibers that have been woven together and are
used to make a variety of items such as clothes, bags, carpets, rags and others.
Harmful Materials
Some materials that people use everyday can be harmful when they are used improperly. Some
materials can cause injuries.
Others can be corrosive, flammable or explosive, poisonous, or reactive.
Corrosive materials can damage or destroy the outer layer of other materials. Muriatic acid is a
corrosive material that is very useful in removing stains from tiles. However, when applied on metals,
it corrodes the metal. It could easily burn a person’s skin.
Flammable materials can easily catch fire when exposed to heat.
Explosive materials are those substances that contain a lot of energy.
Poisonous or toxic materials can cause sickness or death when they are swallowed, inhaled, or
absorbed through the skin.
Reactive materials cause a chemical reaction when they are mixed with other substances.

Ask: What are some of the useful materials?

Give examples of these materials.

What are some of the harmful materials?
Give examples of these materials
E. Evaluation

Determine if the underlined material in each sentence is described

as useful or harmful. Write the correct answer on the line.
____________1. Diamonds embedded in drills are used to cut glass in large
factories.
____________2. When stored in hot areas, can of hair spray can cause
explosion.
____________3. Shiny metal objects placed in front part of a jeepney can reflect
light and distract oncoming drivers.
_____________4. The rubber that is used to cover an electric wire protects not
only the wire but also those handling the wire.
_____________5. Bleach helps remove stains and grimes in sinks.

IV. Assignment
Briefly answer each question.
1. Architect Mark was tasked to build a three-storey house. In choosing the materials he will use for
the house’s foundation, what properties of the materials should he consider? Why?
LESSON PLAN IN SCIENCE V

DATE:________________

I. Objective
Use the properties of materials whether they are useful
or harmful.

II. A. Materials :pictures different materials whether useful or

harmful.
B. References: Peralta-Peralta, Real Life Science 5
Abiva Publishing House Inc.
The New Science Links Worktext in Science
and Technology 5
Rex Bookstore Inc.
Norma Abracia et al Science in Our World 5
Vibal Publishing Inc.
C. Science Processes: observing, describing, classifying
D. Value Integration: Using/disposing materials properly can
improve our lives.
III. Learning Tasks
A. Engagement
1. Review- Give examples of useful and harmful materials.
2. Show different materials and ask if these are useful
or harmful.

B. Exploration
A. Advance Preparation( to be done a day before the
Science class )
1. Prepare the necessary materials needed for the
activity.
2. Prepare the following working stations inside the
classroom.
Station 1 – Kitchen
Station 2 - Bathroom
Station 3 – Living Room
3. Place the materials belongs to the different stations.
B. 1. Group the pupils into three.
2. Assign each group to the different stations
3. Work on their stations by classifying the materials
whether they are useful or harmful.
4. Remind the pupils to take necessary precaution
in handling the materials.
5. Go around and check the pupils in their work.
6. Remind the pupils that they will be presenting
their outputs after 15 minutes.
C. Explanation
1. Ask the pupils to present their output.
2. How did you find the activity?
3. What are the useful materials found in the kitchen? bathroom? living room?
4. What are the harmful materials found in the kitchen? bathroom? living room?
5. When do we say that a material is useful?
6. When do we say that a material is a waste?
7. When do we say that a material is harmful?
IV. Assignment

Look at the materials that have been stored in your house

Or those which are about to be disposed of. What materials are still useful? What materials
do you consider as waste?
List under the first column the useful materials, and on the
second column the waste materials.
For those considered as waste, which of them must be
disposed of with extra care. Highlight them with colored
marker then show your list to your parents.

Reusable Materials Waste Materials

LESSON PLAN IN SCIENCE V

DATE:________________

I. Objective
Use the properties of materials whether they are useful
or harmful.

II. A. Materials :pictures different materials whether useful or

harmful.
B. References: Peralta-Peralta, Real Life Science 5
Abiva Publishing House Inc.
The New Science Links Worktext in Science
and Technology 5
Rex Bookstore Inc.
Norma Abracia et al Science in Our World 5
Vibal Publishing Inc.
C. Science Processes: observing, describing, classifying
D. Value Integration: Using/disposing materials properly can
improve our lives.
III. Learning Tasks

D. Elaboration

Background Information
In order for us to minimize waste in our household, we have to know which materials are still useful
and which ones should already disposed of or will harmed us.
Before throwing any material, we must first check if it can cause harm to living things and the
environment.
The usability of a certain material depends on its properties. There are materials that are made to last
long and therefore can be reused many times. There are also those not meant to be reused, though they
can be utilized to serve another purpose.
There are also materials that are made for certain purposes only and can be harmful when not used or
disposed of properly.
A material is considered useful when it serves its purpose or even beyond. For example, bottles are
made to contain any solid or liquid material. When they are already empty, they can still use for other
purposes. Whether a bottle is made of plastic or glass, it has certain property that makes it reusable.
A material is considered a waste when it can no longer be used after it served its purpose.
A material is considered harmful when it can harm to people, animals and the environment.
Recognizing whether a material is useful or harmful helps us decide whether it is reusable or should
already be disposed of. Realizing that a material can still be reused for other purposes helps us minimize
wastes. Also, knowing which materials are harmful helps us to be more careful when disposing them.

Ask: When is a material useful? considered waste? harmful?

What is the purpose of knowing the usefulness and harmfulness of materials?

IV. Assignment
Draw 5 Reusable Materials and 5 Waste Materials
LESSON PLAN IN SCIENCE V

DATE:________________

I. Objective
Use the properties of materials whether they are useful
or harmful.

II. A. Materials :pictures different materials whether useful or

harmful.
B. References: Peralta-Peralta, Real Life Science 5
Abiva Publishing House Inc.
The New Science Links Worktext in Science
and Technology 5
Rex Bookstore Inc.
Norma Abracia et al Science in Our World 5
Vibal Publishing Inc.
C. Science Processes: observing, describing, classifying
D. Value Integration: Using/disposing materials properly can
improve our lives.
III. Learning Tasks

E. Evaluation

Complete the table by checking if it the material is useful or harmful and give the
reason why?

Material Useful Harmful Reason Why?

Empty bottles

Pesticide spray

Used battery

Garbage

Old newspapers

IV. Assignment

List 10 useful and harmful substance in your home.

Give 10 uses of substances found in your home

Sunbstances Uses