Last Updated: July 9, 2025.
As educators, we constantly ask: How can we help students learn better? The answer often lies not just in what we teach—but in how we teach it. The Department of Education (DepEd) continues to strengthen this “how” through updated curriculum tools like the DepEd Lesson Exemplars Quarter 1.
These Lesson Exemplars go beyond traditional teaching guides. They’re carefully crafted frameworks that help teachers design, deliver and assess engaging, learner-centered lessons. With the MATATAG Curriculum and competency-based teaching gaining momentum, these exemplars bridge the gap between high-level learning standards and day-to-day classroom instruction.
What makes these materials especially valuable is their practicality and flexibility. Every class has a diverse group of learners. Some grasp concepts quickly, others need reinforcement. And every teacher knows how time-consuming it is to plan with all of that in mind. That’s where Lesson Exemplars come in.
Each exemplar breaks down complex lessons into manageable, actionable steps. You’ll find sample learning activities, real-world assessment tasks and student-friendly strategies. These tools don’t just tell you what to teach. They show you how to teach it effectively.
If you’re a teacher working through Quarter 1, these exemplars can make all the difference. They’re not just for new teachers. Seasoned teachers also benefit from the alignment, structure and clarity they provide. By integrating them into your lesson planning, you can focus more on how your students are responding and adjust your approach accordingly.
Why are DepEd Lesson Exemplars Quarter 1 Essential?
During Quarter 1, lessons often begin to shift from review to deeper application of concepts. This is where well-structured exemplars truly shine.
- They provide ready-made activities aligned with competencies.
- They offer ideas for differentiation—helping all students engage meaningfully.
- They clarify learning outcomes for both teachers and students.
Instead of spending hours creating learning tasks from scratch, teachers can adapt exemplars to fit their classroom context—making every teaching moment more intentional and impactful.
One of the strengths of DepEd’s Lesson Exemplars is their built-in flexibility. Classrooms are not one-size-fits-all. Within one lesson, there may be students who are visual learners, kinesthetic learners and others who benefit from peer discussions. Exemplars respond to this by:
- Suggesting multiple engagement strategies (e.g., group work, visual aids, reflective writing).
- Offering clear examples of successful outputs for students to model.
- Encouraging student autonomy through varied task options.
This empowers both teachers and students, fostering a more inclusive and effective classroom environment.
Whether you’re a beginner teacher or a seasoned one, lesson planning can be overwhelming. With exemplars, DepEd gives teachers a way to:
- Stay aligned with national standards.
- Save time on routine prep work.
- Reflect and refine teaching based on real classroom feedback.
When teaching becomes more strategic and student-focused, it creates a ripple effect, boosting not just grades, but student confidence, participation, and growth.
DepEd Lesson Exemplars (LE) – Quarter 1 Week 5
SY 2025–2026
Get the latest DepEd Club FREE Files below. These are Quarter 1 Week 5 DepEd Lesson Exemplars aligned with the MATATAG curriculum:
Kinder Lesson Exemplars (LE)-Quarter 1 – Week 5
Grade 1 Lesson Exemplars (LE)-Quarter 1 – Week 5
Grade 2 Lesson Exemplars (LE)-Quarter 1 – Week 5
Grade 3 Lesson Exemplars (LE)-Quarter 1 – Week 5
Grade 4 Lesson Exemplars (LE)-Quarter 1 – Week 5
Grade 5 Lesson Exemplars (LE)-Quarter 1 – Week 5
Grade 7 Lesson Exemplars (LE)-Quarter 1 – Week 5
Grade 8 Lesson Exemplars (LE)-Quarter 1 – Week 5
DepEd Club FREE Files updated weekly — Bookmark this page for updates!
Also Available 1st Quarter SY 2025–2026 Teacher and Student Files
Looking for more FREE DepEd teaching resources? The following DepEd files are also updated weekly:
- Daily Lesson Logs
- Learning Activity Sheets (LAS)
- Periodical Tests
- PowerPoint Presentations for Quarter 1
- Summative Tests
- and many more!
Summary and Key Points
- Lesson Exemplars break down complex topics into clear, structured learning tasks.
- Lesson Exemplars exemplars support deep learning, not just content coverage.
- They allow flexibility to meet varied student needs and learning styles.
- Teachers can use exemplars to align instruction with DepEd’s MATATAG Curriculum.
- Better teaching leads to better student performance—and exemplars help make that possible.
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