What is the ILAW lesson plan for Grade 3?

The ILAW lesson plan for Grade 3 is the official format prescribed by DepEd Order No. 16, s. 2026. It covers all Grade 3 subjects under the MATATAG curriculum using four sections: Intentions, Learning Experiences, Assessment, and Ways Forward.

When did the ILAW format become required for Grade 3?

The ILAW format became required starting SY 2026-2027 under DepEd Order No. 16, s. 2026. Grade 3 teachers may still use the old DLL until the end of Term 1, with full ILAW compliance required from Term 2 onward.

Can I use AI to generate a Grade 3 ILAW lesson plan?

Yes. DepEd Order No. 3, s. 2026 explicitly allows teachers to use AI tools for lesson planning. You must include an AI Declaration in the lesson plan. Our generator creates complete Grade 3 ILAW lesson plans instantly.

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Updated per DepEd Order No. 16, s. 2026 (June 4, 2026)

This blog follows the official ILAW lesson plan format prescribed by DepEd Order No. 16, s. 2026. Per Section 23, teachers may still use the old DLL/DLP until the end of Term 1, SY 2026–2027. Full ILAW compliance is required starting Term 2. Read the full DO 16 guide →

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📌 Quick Answer — ILAW Lesson Plan for Grade 3

An ILAW lesson plan for Grade 3 is the official DepEd lesson plan format under DepEd Order No. 16, s. 2026 for SY 2026–2027. It replaces the DLL and DLP with one unified template — covering Intentions, Learning Experiences, Assessment, and Ways Forward — for all Grade 3 MATATAG curriculum subjects.

📋 ILAW Lesson Plan for Grade 3 — Official DepEd Format 2026

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Sample ILAW Lesson Plan — Grade 3 Science

LESSON PLAN — ILAW FORMAT
Name of Lesson	Living and Non-Living Things
Learning Area	Science
Grade Level	Grade 3
🎯 I — INTENTIONS
Learning Competency	S3LT-Ia-1: Distinguishes living from non-living things based on their characteristics.
Learning Objectives	1. Identify characteristics of living things. 2. Distinguish living from non-living things. 3. Give examples from the environment.
Learner Context	Learners are curious about animals and plants. Some struggle with abstract classification. Strength: love for outdoor activities and nature.
📚 L — LEARNING EXPERIENCES
Pre-Lesson	Show pictures of a dog, a rock, a tree, and a chair. Ask: Which ones are alive? Why do you think so?
Flow	1. Discuss characteristics of living things using chart. 2. Group activity: sort picture cards into Living and Non-Living. 3. School garden walk: find 3 living and 3 non-living things. 4. Share findings with class.
📊 A — ASSESSMENT
Formative Assessment	Draw 3 living and 3 non-living things from their surroundings. Accommodation: Learners may label verbally if they cannot write yet.
🌱 W — WAYS FORWARD
Extended Learning	Look around your home. List 5 living and 5 non-living things. Ask a parent to help you write them down.

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