Kindergarten Lesson Exemplar Term 1 MATATAG Curriculum
Kindergarten Lesson Exemplar Term 1: MATATAG Curriculum Budget of Work & Guide
With the rollout of the MATATAG Curriculum, Kindergarten educators are transitioning to a more structured yet flexible instructional framework. Term 1 is the most critical phase, as it sets the “pundasyon” (foundation) for the entire school year.
According to the official DepEd Budget of Work (BOW), Term 1 is designed to help learners navigate their new environment while developing a strong sense of self.
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Term 1 Focus: "Knowing Who I Am and My Environment"
The MATATAG Kindergarten Term 1 curriculum is strategically divided into weekly themes. Based on the DepEd LS Guide, the instruction is anchored on the following thematic blocks:
1. Self-Identity and Expression
The first few weeks are dedicated to helping the child recognize themselves as unique individuals.
Key Competencies: Identifying one’s name, sex, and basic personal information.
Exemplar Focus: Activities that encourage self-introduction and expressing feelings through creative arts.
2. My Body and My Senses
The curriculum then moves toward physical awareness, which is essential for health and safety.
Key Competencies: Identifying body parts and their functions; using the five senses to explore the environment.
Exemplar Focus: Sensory play, “Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes” variations, and basic hygiene routines.
3. My Family and My School
The final weeks of Term 1 bridge the gap between home and the classroom.
Key Competencies: Recognizing family members and school personnel; following school rules and routines.
Exemplar Focus: Storytelling about family roles and “School Safari” tours to meet teachers and staff.
Structure of the Term 1 Lesson Exemplar
Under the MATATAG system, the Lesson Exemplar replaces the traditional DLL with a more comprehensive flow. Every Term 1 exemplar should follow this Instructional Design Framework (IDF):
| Component | Description |
| Minds and Moods | Activating prior knowledge through songs or games. |
| Aims | Stating the learning objective in “child-friendly” language. |
| Tasks and Thoughts | The core “Play-Based” learning activity where the child interacts with materials. |
| Abstractions | Helping the child generalize what they learned (e.g., “Why is it important to wash our hands?”). |
| Assessment | Formative evaluation through observation checklists or Learner’s Activity Sheets (LAS). |
Weekly Budget of Work (BOW) for Term 1
Following the DepEd LS Guide for Kindergarten, here is the suggested distribution of topics for your Term 1 Lesson Exemplar:
Week 1-2: Knowing Me: My Name and My School.
Week 3-4: My Body: Parts of the body and taking care of myself.
Week 5-6: My Senses: Using my eyes, ears, nose, tongue, and skin.
Week 7-8: My Feelings: Recognizing and managing basic emotions.
Week 9-10: My Family: My home and the people I love.
According to the DepEd LS Guide, the Budget of Work for Term 1 (Quarter 1) is not just a list of dates but a progressive developmental sequence.
Phase 1: The Transition (Weeks 1–2)
The first two weeks are often called “Orientation Weeks.” In your Lesson Exemplar, the focus is on Socio-Emotional Learning (SEL).
Competency: Identifying oneself as a learner and a member of a class.
Instructional Strategy: Use “Welcome Circles” and name-tagging activities.
SEO Insight: Teachers searching for “Kindergarten Week 1 MATATAG” should focus on classroom management exemplars.
Phase 2: Self-Awareness (Weeks 3–5)
This is where the curriculum gets technical. Learners begin to identify body parts and the five senses.
Link to LS Guide: The Budget of Work specifies that senses should be taught not just as labels, but as tools for exploration.
Exemplar Tip: Integrate “Science Inquiry.” Instead of just naming the nose, the lesson should involve smelling different local fruits (Calamansi, Mango) to contextualize the learning.
Phase 3: The Family and School Connection (Weeks 6–10)
Term 1 concludes by expanding the child’s world from “Me” to “Us.”
Competency: Recognizing that every family is different and identifying school helpers (the guard, the nurse, the principal).
Values Integration: This is where GMRC (Good Manners and Right Conduct) is heavily weighted.
Knowing Who We Are and Our Families
Knowing Who We Are and Our Families
Knowing Who We Are and Our Families
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Conclusion
Mastering the Kindergarten Lesson Exemplar for Term 1 is about more than compliance—it’s about creating a welcoming, “matatag” start for our youngest learners. By following the DepEd Budget of Work, you ensure that your classroom activities are purposeful, play-based, and aligned with national standards.
For templates and the complete Budget of Work, always refer to the DepEd LS Guide Portal or here.
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