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I. LESSON TITLE
II. MOST ESSENTIAL LEARNING
COMPETENCIES (MELCs)
III. CONTENT/CORE CONTENT
Science
Grade Level
5
4
Date
Constellation
Identify the star patterns that can be seen during particular times of the
year (S5FEIVi-j-9)
Constellations and the information derived from their location in the sky.
IV. LEARNING PHASES AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES
I. Introduction (Time Frame: Day 1-2)
You have learned in the previous lesson the moon has eight phases, namely new moon, waxing crescent,
first quarter, waxing gibbous, full moon, waning gibbous, last quarter, and waning crescent. The moon goes these
eight phases in 29 ½ days. The period it takes for the moon to complete the phases is called month.
Do you know that the moon does not produce its own light? The moon only reflects the light coming from
the sun which is one particular example of a star. The sun is an average size star; it is the star closest to the Earth,
that is why we can see it. Now, we will learn more about the stars particularly the groups of stars that form definite
patterns in the sky.
Constellations
These are groups of stars that form clear patterns in the sky. The ancient people first observed these groups
of stars as outlines of animals and other objects. They found it easier to locate and remember constellations when
they try to find a clear and particular pattern the way a group of stars are engaged. For example, in the Northern
Hemisphere, they have observed a group of stars which they thought look like a dragon, and so they named this
group as Draco. In the Southern Hemisphere, they noticed a group of stars that seemingly form a cross and so they
called it as Southern Cross.
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The groups of stars that form a clear patterns in the sky.
Some of the Known Constellation and Stars
The International Astronomical Union (IAU) made a list of the official modern constellations. There are 88
constellations on the list, and many of these were discovered by the ancient Greeks.
Ursa Major
It resembles a big bear and is the third largest constellation in the night sky. It
includes the Big Dipper, which is composed of the seven stars: Alkaid, Alcor, and Mizar
(appear as one), Alioth, Megrez, Phecda, Merak, and Dhube.
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It is a little bear containing a group of stars known as the Little Dipper. The handle of
the dipper serves as the little bear’s tail and the dipper’s cup, is the bear’s thigh. The most
famous star in the Ursa Minor is the Polaris. Polaris is also called as the North Star.
Some constellations are named after Greek mythology legends. Two of them are
Cassiopeia, the Queen, and Orion, the Hunter.
Ursa Minor
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Cassiopeia
It consists of five stars that seem to form the letter W. It represents the queen
Cassiopeia of the mythical kingdom of Ethiopia.
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Orion
It is one of the most recognizable constellations in the night sky and is visible
throughout the world. Three of its stars form its belt. Orion’s belt is also an asterism. On
Orion’s right shoulder is a red supergiant star called Betelgeuse. A bluish white star
called Rigel is found on Orion’s left knee.
The Polar Constellation
There are some constellations that can be seen only during certain seasons of
the year. These are called North Polar Constellations and South Polar Constellations.
The constellations nearest the center of the Earth can be seen throughout the year. The people living in the
Northern Hemisphere see constellations different from those living in the Southern Hemisphere.
North Polar Constellation
Some of the North Polar constellations include the following: Cassiopeia, Cepheus, Ursa Major, and Ursa
Minor.
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Cepheus
Cepheus is the 27th largest constellation in the northern sky. It is faint, but its definite
shape makes it easy to locate if you look in the north on August and September evenings.
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South Polar Constellation
Some of the South Polar constellations include the following: Carina, Centaurus, and Crux.
Carina
Carina constellation is located in the southern sky. Carina used to be part of the
much larger constellation Argo Navis, along with the constellations Puppis and Vela. The
constellation represented the mythical ship Argo.
Centaurus
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Centaurus is one of the largest constellations in the southern sky. It represents the
centaur, the half man, half horse creature in Greek mythology. Centaurus contains
two of the top ten brightest stars in the sky: Alpha Centauri and Beta Centauri.
Crux
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The constellation Crux “the Cross” is
a constellation centered on four stars in the southern sky in a bright portion of the Milky
Way. It is among the most easily distinguished constellations. The brilliant cross is
formed by bright stars making it one of the most familiar sights to southern hemisphere
observers.
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Usefulness of Constellations
Since ancient times, constellations are always helpful to people. They used the appearance of certain
stars to forecast the weather. When stars are visible, they expect fair weather. But, when stars are hidden behind
the clouds, the next day may be cloudy or rainy. Constellations are helpful to navigators, too. Navigators use
their knowledge in constellations in the conduct of their work. When they lost at sea, they refer to Polaris, which is
in Ursa Minor. They use Polaris as their guiding star. Polaris is a fixed star. It is located at the north. By using Polaris
as guide, it is easy to find south, east, and west directions.
IV. LEARNING PHASES AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES
D. Development (Time Frame: Days 3-4)
Learning Task 1. Prepare the materials listed below. If not available, you may use other materials at home to
perform the activity. You may ask the help of your parents/guardians or any adult members of the family if
needed.
Title: Constellation Model
Materials:
black colored paper (black cloth)
chalk
Procedures:
1. Analyze the North and South Polar constellations that can be seen only during certain seasons of the
year.
2. Draw one example of North Polar constellation and one example of South Polar constellation.
Questions:
1. What particular constellation have you drawn? How can you describe such constellation?
2. How can you differentiate North Polar constellation and South Polar constellation?
3. Why do you think the people living in the Northern Hemisphere see constellations differently compared
to those living in the Southern Hemisphere?
Learning Task 2. Prepare the materials listed below. If not available, you may use other materials at home to
perform the activity. You may ask the help of your parents/guardians or any adult members of the family if
needed.
Title: Debugging Superstitions about the Stars
Materials:
bond paper
ball pen
Procedures:
1. Interview some members of your community about the superstitious beliefs associated with the stars
which they believe in.
2. Ask them if they know things which are related to the stars.
3. Fill in the superstitions column with the responses of your interviewees about their beliefs and practices.
4. Using Science reference materials, look for pieces of evidences that debug/remove the superstitious
beliefs of your Interviewees. Write them in the scientific explanation column.
SUPERSTITIOUS
SCIENTIFIC EXPLANATION
Questions:
1. Based on the gathered data among some members of your community, what are some beliefs and
practices associated with the stars they believe in?
2. Based on the responses of your interviewees, how do beliefs about the stars affect their lives?
3. As a learner, how would you convince them that their beliefs and practices associated with the stars
have no scientific basis?
E. Engagement (Time Frame: Days 5-6)
Learning Task 3. Identify each constellation that can be seen at a particular time of the year. On the box provided
before each number, draw a heart eyes
Polar constellation.
1.
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emoji if it is a North Polar constellation wow and
2.
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emoji if it is a South
3.
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IV. LEARNING PHASES AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES
4.
5.
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Learning Task 4. Explain the information that can be obtained from the location of constellations in the sky.
Consider the rubric below in doing the task.
Level of
performance
4
3
2
1
Descriptors
The main idea is clear and precise and it is supported by 5 or more supporting
details.
The main idea is clear and precise and it is supported by 4 supporting details.
The main idea is clear and precise and it is supported by 3 supporting details.
The main idea is clear and precise and it is supported by 2 supporting details.
Assimilation (Time Frame: Day 7)
Constellation
South Polar Constellation
North Polar Constellation
Cassiopeia
Cepheus
Ursa Major
Ursa Minor
Carina
Centaurus
Crux
V. ASSESSMENT (Time Frame: Day 8)
(Learning Activity Sheets for Enrichment, Remediation, or Assessment to be given on Weeks 3 and 6)
Learning Task 5. On the space provided, write TRUE if the statement is correct and FALSE if not.
______________1. Ursa major resembles a big bear and is the third largest constellation in the night sky.
______________2. Constellations are groups of stars that form clear patterns in the sky
______________3. Some of the North Polar constellations include the following: Carina, Centaurus, and Crux.
________________4. Centaurus represents the centaur, the half man, half horse creature in Greek mythology.
________________5. Since ancient times, constellations are not helpful to people.
VI. REFLECTION (Time Frame: Day 9)
• Communicate your personal assessment as indicated in the Learner’s Assessment Card.
Personal Assessment on Learner’s Level of Performance
Using the symbols below, choose one which best describes your experience in working on each given task. Draw it in the column for Level of
Performance (LP). Be guided by the descriptions below:
 - I was able to do/perform the task without any difficulty. The task helped me in understanding the target content/ lesson.
✓ - I was able to do/perform the task. It was quite challenging, but it still helped me in understanding the target content/lesson.
? – I was not able to do/perform the task. It was extremely difficult. I need additional enrichment activities to be able to do/perform this task.
Learning Task
LP
Learning Task
LP
Learning Task
LP
Number 1
Number 3
Number 5
Number 2
Number 4
VII. REFERENCES
Prepared by:
Science Beyond Borders 5 Textbook, pages 192-201
https://www.constellation-guide.com/constellation-list/cepheus-constellation/
https://www.constellation-guide.com/constellation-list/centaurus-constellation/
https://www.britannica.com/topic/Carina-constellation
Allan A. Talain
Checked by: Carmela Ezcel A. Orogo
Jee-Ann O. Borines
Abner L. Pureza
Helen A. Gutierrez