HOLY ROSARY ACADEMY OF HINUNANGAN, INC.

Hinunangan, Southern Leyte

Elementary Department

T.L.E 4 (Second Quarter)

(Week 1-2)

 The learner demonstrates an

Content Standard understanding of the basic concepts of
home economics and how it will help in
improving oneself and family.

 The learner performs skills in doing

Performance Standard
personal and household chores which
help in taking care of oneself and family.

Time Allotment: 2 weeks

Topic Good Grooming and Proper Posture, Clothing
Care, Basic Hand Stitches
1.1.demonstrate personal hygiene and
responsibility.
1.2.enumerate ways to maintain clean and
Learning Objectives/MELCS
presentable clothes.
1.2.1. demonstrate basic hand stitches.

Name:_______________________________________________
 Getting Ready

American politician Kevin McCarthy once said, “My belief is you have one chance to
make a first impression. “What first impression do you want to leave?
Think of one (1) good characteristic that people often recognize in you. Write it inside
the mirror.

OBTAINING KNOWLEDGE

Personal hygiene habits such as washing your hands and brushing and flossing your teeth will
help keep bacteria, viruses, and illnesses at bay. And there are mental as well as physical benefits.
“Practicing good body hygiene helps you feel good about yourself, which is important for your mental
health,” notes Donald Novey, MD, an integrative medicine physician with the Advocate Medical Group
in Park Ridge, Ill. People who have poor hygiene — disheveled hair and clothes, body odor, bad
breath, missing teeth, and the like — often are seen as unhealthy and may face discrimination.
A. Personal Hygiene: Healthy Habits Include Good Grooming

 If you want to minimize your risk of infection and also enhance your overall health, follow these
basic personal hygiene habits:

1. Bathe regularly. Wash your body and your hair often. “I’m not saying that you need to shower
or bathe every day,” remarks Dr. Novey. “But you should clean your body and shampoo your
hair at regular intervals that work for you.” Your body is constantly shedding skin. Novey
explains, “That skin needs to come off. Otherwise, it will cake up and can cause illnesses.”
 bath sponge
shower cap
bath towel

small basin dipper pail of water Take a

bath at least
once a
day to cleanse your body. Aside from feeling clean and fresh, study shows that there are a lot of
health benefits in taking a bath.

2. Trim your nails. 

Keeping your finger and toenails trimmed and in good shape will prevent problems such as
hang nails and infected nail beds.
Feet that are clean and dry are less likely
to contract athlete’s foot, Novey says.

3. Brush and floss. Ideally, you should brush your teeth after every meal. At the very least,
brush your teeth twice a day and floss daily. Brushing minimizes the accumulation of bacteria
in your mouth, which can cause tooth decay and gum disease, Novey says. Flossing, too,
helps maintain strong, healthy gums. “The bacteria that builds up and causes gum disease can
go straight to the heart and cause very serious valve problems,” Novey explains. Unhealthy
gums also can cause your teeth to loosen, which makes it difficult to chew and to eat properly,
he adds. To maintain a healthy smile, visit the dentist at six-month intervals for checkups and
cleanings.
 4. Wash your hands. Washing your hands before preparing or eating food, after going to the
bathroom, after coughing or sneezing, and after handling garbage, goes a long way toward
preventing the spread of bacteria and viruses. Keep a hygiene product, like an alcohol-based
sanitizing gel, handy for when soap and water isn’t available.

5. Sleep tight. Get plenty of rest — 8 to 10 hours a night — so that you are refreshed and are
ready to take on the day every morning. Lack of sleep can leave you feeling run down and can
compromise your body's natural defenses, your immune system, Novey says.

B. Observe Proper Posture

Good posture is about more than standing up straight so you can look your best. It is an
important part of your long-term health. Making sure that you hold your body the right way, whether
you are moving or still, can prevent pain, injuries, and other health problems.
What is posture?
Posture is how you hold your body. There are two types:
 Dynamic posture is how you hold yourself when you are moving, like when you are walking,
running, or bending over to pick up something.
 Static posture is how you hold yourself when you are not moving, like when you are sitting,
standing, or sleeping.
It is important to make sure that you have good dynamic and static posture.

The key to good posture is the position of your spine. Your spine has three natural curves - at
your neck, mid back, and low back. Correct posture should maintain these curves, but not increase
them. Your head should be above your shoulders, and the top of your shoulder should be over the
hips.

How can posture affect my health?

Poor posture can be bad for your health. Slouching or slumping over can
 Misalign your musculoskeletal system
 Wear away at your spine, making it more fragile and prone to injury
 Cause neck, shoulder, and back pain
 Decrease your flexibility
 Affect how well your joints move
 Affect your balance and increase your risk of falling
 Make it harder to digest your food
 Make it harder to breathe
How can I improve my posture in general?
Be mindful of your posture during everyday activities, like watching television, washing dishes, or
walking
 Stay active. Any kind of exercise may help improve your posture, but certain types of exercises
can be especially helpful. They include yoga, tai chi, and other classes that focuses on body
awareness. It is also a good idea to do exercises that strengthen your core (muscles around
your back, abdomen, and pelvis).
 Maintain a healthy weight. Extra weight can weaken your abdominal muscles, cause problems
for your pelvis and spine, and contribute to low back pain. All of these can hurt your posture.
 Wear comfortable, low-heeled shoes. High heels, for example, can throw off your balance and
force you to walk differently. This puts more stress on your muscles and harms your posture.
 Make sure work surfaces are at a comfortable height for you, whether you're sitting in front of a
computer, making dinner, or eating a meal.
How can I improve my posture when sitting?
Many Americans spend a lot of their time sitting - either at work, at school, or at home. It is important
to sit properly, and to take frequent breaks:
 Switch sitting positions often
 Take brief walks around your office or home
 Gently stretch your muscles every so often to help relieve muscle tension
 Don't cross your legs; keep your feet on the floor, with your ankles in front of your knees
 Make sure that your feet touch the floor, or if that's not possible, use a footrest
 Relax your shoulders; they should not be rounded or pulled backwards
 Keep your elbows in close to your body. They should be bent between 90 and 120 degrees.
 Make sure that your back is fully supported. Use a back pillow or other back support if your
chair does not have a backrest that can support your lower back's curve.
 Make sure that your thighs and hips are supported. You should have a well-padded seat, and
your thighs and hips should be parallel to the floor.
How can I improve my posture when standing?
 Stand up straight and tall
 Keep your shoulders back
 Pull your stomach in
 Put your weight mostly on the balls of your feet
 Keep your head level
 Let your arms hang down naturally at your sides
 Keep your feet about shoulder-width apart

7 Steps to Proper Walking Posture

Set yourself up for the right posture before you begin walking. Spending the first 15 seconds of your
walking session focusing on good posture will give you a much better workout. But it doesn't end
there. Periodically check in with yourself and make sure you're implementing the necessary steps to
achieve proper posture until it becomes a habit.
 Stand up straight. Visualize being tall and straight, like a tree. Don't slouch or arch your back.
 Don't lean forward or back. Leaning puts a strain on the back muscles as you walk, and you
should avoid leaning except when on a hill. When walking uphill, it's alright to lean slightly
forward (never backward) from the ankles. Walking downhill, you can also lean slightly forward
or maintain a straight back. In both situations, you want to avoid leaning back or too far forward
so that you don't fall off balance.1
 Keep your eyes forward. Avoid looking down. Your focus should be about 20 feet ahead of
you. This way, you will see your path and anything coming at you from the side.
 Keep your chin up (parallel to the ground). This reduces strain on your neck and back. A
proper chin position will also allow you to look ahead rather than down at your feet.
 Let your shoulders be back and relaxed. Shrug once and allow your shoulders to fall and
relax, slightly back. Loosening up the shoulders will help relieve tension and put them into a
position to use good arm motion while walking. You can also do this at intervals during your
walk to ensure you are keeping your shoulders relaxed.
 Tighten your core. Your core muscles can help you maintain good posture and resist
slouching and leaning. Keeping your stomach pulled in slightly (while still taking deep, full
breaths) can help you maintain a good walking posture.2
 Keep your pelvis neutral. You want to make sure your hips are not tilting forward or back
while you're walking. Practice sticking your butt out, tucking it in, and then finding a natural
middle. The middle is where you want to be. This will keep you from arching your back.
 HOLY ROSARY ACADEMY OF HINUNANGAN, INC.
Hinunangan, Southern Leyte
Elementary Department

Name:_______________________________________________________________________
T.L.E 4- Grade 4
Learner’s Activity Sheet (Week 1)
Activity I. Direction: Enumerate the seven (7) steps to proper walking posture.
1. _________________________________
2. _________________________________
3. _________________________________
4. _________________________________
5. _________________________________
6. _________________________________
7. _________________________________
Activity II. Direction: Write TRUE if the statement is correct, and write FALSE if it is not.
_________1. Wash your body and your hair twice a week only.
_________2. Take a bath at least once a day to cleanse your body.
_________3. Personal hygiene habits such as washing your hands and brushing and flossing
your teeth will help keep bacteria, viruses, and illnesses at bay.
________4. Stay active. Any kind of exercise may help improve your posture, but certain types
of exercises can be especially helpful.
________5. To maintain a healthy smile, visit the dentist at nine-month intervals for checkups
and cleanings.
________6. Do not wash your hands before preparing or eating food.
________7. Avoid looking down. Your focus should be about 20 feet ahead of you.
________8. Get plenty of rest — 8 to 10 hours a night — so that you are refreshed and are
ready to take on the day every morning.
________9. “Practicing good body hygiene helps you feel good about yourself, which is
important for your mental health,” notes Jean Piaget.
________10. Lack of exercise can leave you feeling run down and can compromise your
body's natural defenses, your immune system, Novey says.

Transfer of Learning:
Direction: Make a simple schedule of your daily grooming and healthful habits. Write your
schedule in the table below.

TIME ACTIVITY