The lesson plans follow the GENUINE LOVE FOR READING-CRITICAL THINKING (GLR-CT) format which was first developed by Professor Basilisa Manhit. The plans were constructed based on the structured and interrelated topics under the theme: Earth is Our Common Home.
The first lesson plan caters Topic 1: What Nature Provides featuring the story, "Outside In" by Deborah Underwood where learners are first introduced to the abundance in nature.
The second lesson plan caters Topic 2: What Humans Take from Nature featuring the story, "The Giving Tree" by Shel Silverstein where learners are oriented on how nature provides the resources humans need for daily living and the possible consequences of irresponsible use of nature's provision.
The third lesson plan caters Topic 3: What Humans Can Do for Nature featuring a story, "The Lorax" by Dr. Seuss where learners are invited to foster a sense of accountability and advocate environmental conservation and sustainability.
The lesson plans target typical Grade 3 public school pupils with an average level of cognitive competence who can listen, speak, read, write, and view print or non-print materials. (The learning package could be adapted to suit target learners of a similar profile).
They are between the ages of 8-9. They speak Filipino as their first language and basic English as their second language. The class comprises 10-15 students with a 1:15 teacher: student ratio in a limited face-to-face class setup.
Students are assumed to have prior knowledge about environmental conservation and protection. A school-wide campaign, "Gulayan sa Paaralan," is in place where students plant vegetable crops in the school garden with the help of their parents. The Grade 3 pupils are also encouraged to plant vegetables in their respective homes.