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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 6
An ILAW lesson plan for Grade 6 follows DepEd Order No. 16, s. 2026 — the official lesson planning policy for SY 2026–2027. Grade 6 is the final elementary year and ILAW covers all subjects using Intentions, Learning Experiences, Assessment, and Ways Forward, replacing the DLL and DLP.
📋 ILAW Lesson Plan for Grade 6 — DepEd Order No. 16, s. 2026
Updated for SY 2026–2027 · Three-Term Calendar · For Filipino Grade 6 Teachers
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Why Grade 6 Teachers Need the ILAW Format Now
DepEd Order No. 16, s. 2026 mandates that all public school teachers — including Grade 6 — transition to the ILAW lesson plan format starting School Year 2026–2027. The old Daily Lesson Log (DLL) and Detailed Lesson Plan (DLP) under DepEd Order No. 42, s. 2016 are now officially retired.
Grade 6 is also a critical transition year — it is the final year of elementary education before Junior High School. The ILAW format helps Grade 6 teachers design lessons that prepare learners for more complex, subject-specific thinking in Grade 7 and beyond.
ILAW Sections for Grade 6 — Quick Reference
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I — Intentions
Learning Competency from the Grade 6 MATATAG Budget of Work, Content and Performance Standards, 3 Learning Objectives (cognitive, affective, and/or psychomotor), and Learner Context — specific observations about your Grade 6 learners' abilities, interests, and barriers to learning.
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L — Learning Experiences
Pre-Lesson (activation/motivation), Flow (activities applying the 8 Learning Design Principles — Grade 6 can handle higher-order tasks like analysis, debate, research, and problem-solving), Learning Resources, and Subject Integration opportunities.
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A — Assessment
Formative Assessment tasks for Grade 6 — performance tasks, written outputs, quizzes, oral discussions, group presentations, or portfolio entries. Include accommodations for learners with difficulty and extension tasks for advanced learners.
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W — Ways Forward
Extended Learning opportunities outside the classroom (research tasks, family interviews, community observations) and Teacher Reflections on what happened and what adjustments are needed for future sessions.
ILAW Lesson Plan Sample — Grade 6 Araling Panlipunan
| LESSON PLAN — ILAW FORMAT · Grade 6 Araling Panlipunan |
| Lesson Title | Pilipinas at ang Timog-Silangang Asya |
| Learning Area | Araling Panlipunan 6 |
| Grade Level | Grade 6 — Term 1 |
| No. of Sessions | 4 sessions |
| Declaration of AI Use | AI was used to generate the initial draft of this lesson plan using ILAW Lesson Plan AI. The teacher reviewed, verified, and adapted the content to suit the needs of the learners. |
| 🎯 I — INTENTIONS |
| Learning Competency | AP6PAA-Ia-1: Nasusuri ang kalagayan ng Pilipinas bilang bahagi ng Timog-Silangang Asya sa aspetong heograpiko, pangkasaysayan, at pangkultura. |
| Learning Objectives |
1. Matukoy ang lokasyon ng mga bansa sa Timog-Silangang Asya gamit ang mapa.
2. Maipaliwanag ang papel ng Pilipinas sa rehiyon.
3. Maipakita ang pagpapahalaga sa pagkakaisa ng mga bansa sa Asya.
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| Learner Context | Grade 6 learners have prior knowledge of Philippine geography. Strength: enthusiasm for group discussion. Challenge: difficulty reading map scales and legends. Some learners have limited exposure to other cultures. |
| 📚 L — LEARNING EXPERIENCES |
| Pre-Lesson | Show a blank map of Southeast Asia. Ask: "Saan matatagpuan ang Pilipinas? Anong mga bansa ang ating mga kapitbahay?" Quick think-pair-share (3 minutes). |
| Flow |
1. Interactive lecture: Teacher presents Southeast Asian countries, capitals, and flags using visual aids (15 min).
2. Group activity: Each group receives a map and locates 3 assigned countries, labels them, and presents to the class (15 min).
3. Discussion: "Paano nakakatulong ang Pilipinas sa ibang bansa sa Asya?" (10 min)
4. Written reflection: "Bilang isang Pilipino, ano ang iyong responsibilidad sa iyong mga karatig-bansa?" (5 min).
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| Learning Resources | MATATAG AP 6 textbook, political map of Southeast Asia, colored markers. Alternative: printed maps if projector unavailable. |
| Integration | EsP — Pakikipagkapwa-tao sa antas ng pandaigdigang komunidad. English — Reading informational texts about ASEAN. Math — Compare population data of SE Asian countries. |
| 📊 A — ASSESSMENT |
| Formative Assessment |
Map labeling activity — rubric: accuracy of location (2 pts), completeness (2 pts), neatness (1 pt).
Group presentation observed using a simple checklist (content, cooperation, clarity).
Written reflection assessed for relevance and completeness.
Accommodation: Learners who struggle with map reading work with a partner; advanced learners add capital cities and flags.
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| 🌱 W — WAYS FORWARD |
| Extended Learning | Ask a family member about any products or food from other Asian countries used at home. List them and bring to class next session for a "Our Connections to Asia" sharing activity. |
| Reflections | Group activity worked well. Several students had misconceptions about the location of Myanmar and Indonesia — will revisit with a quiz next session. Learners expressed interest in learning about ASEAN — integrate in next topic. |
💡 Grade 6 ILAW Tips — SY 2026–2027
- Grade 6 is the final elementary year — design Ways Forward that build readiness for Junior High School
- Use the Three-Term Budget of Work for Grade 6 — not the old MELC-based DLL
- Learner Context should mention transition readiness where relevant
- Integration with multiple subjects is encouraged — Grade 6 content is rich in cross-subject connections
- Include the AI Declaration if AI was used to draft any part of the lesson plan
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