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Homeroom Guidance
Quarter 1 – Module 6:
We are Different, But One
MODULE
6
WE ARE DIFFERENT, BUT ONE
Learning Objectives
At the end of this module, you are expected to:
1. identify actions or behaviors that promote respect for individual differences
in the family;
2. analyze situations involving family duties that promote good relationship;
and
3. appreciate the importance of responsibility in establishing good relationship
despite individual differences.
Period: Week 6 of 1st Quarter
Suggested Total Time Allotment: 60 Minutes
Materials Needed:
• Clean sheets of paper/bond papers, pen
• Coloring materials, if available
Introduction
We are all unique, but we also have similarities. It is important that we are aware of
our personal characteristics most especially those that can help us establish good
relationships. Individual differences are already a given fact and the best way to deal with it is
acceptance and respect.
As we live in this new normal, it is necessary to gain insights about our behaviors that
promote respect for individual differences especially within our family. Such insight will
promote healthy relationships and responsible family members.
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Let’s Try This
Suggested Time Allotment: 10 minutes
Worked as One
Think of a situation about your family where you needed to work together or at least
helped one another to accomplish something. How did it affect your relationship as family
members? Try to come up with a representation or symbol of that experience. Draw it on a
short bond paper. Feel free to color it if you want. Answer the following questions afterwards.
Processing Questions:
1. How did you feel upon seeing the symbol?
2. Can you really set aside your individual differences for a greater purpose? How?
Let’s Explore This
Suggested Time Allotment: 15 minutes
Copy the table on a clean sheet of paper. Answer the questions in each column.
How will you respond to What could be the
Situation show respect for individual result of your action?
differences in your family?
1. Your sibling is answering the
school modules when you
realized that it was already
time to wash the dishes. Last
time when it was your turn,
you stopped doing your
school work and did
household chores.
2. Your parents promised that
they will buy a new mobile
phone for you. However,
because of the pandemic,
they decided to buy a
personal computer that you
can share with your other
siblings instead.
3. Your siblings like to watch
their favorite TV show while
you are studying. You try to
explain to them that you
cannot concentrate if they
would turn on the television
but they insist on watching.
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Processing Questions
1. What individual differences can you see in the given situations?
2. Based on your answers, were you able to manage your individual differences well? Why
do you say so?
Keep in Mind
Suggested Time Allotment: 10 minutes
Every individual differs based on temperament, personality, abilities, interests, and
even views, perceptions and beliefs about themselves, others, and the world. However, no
matter how different we are from one another, it is still important that we must acknowledge
these differences so we can better relate with others.
Respecting individual differences is an important aspect in strengthening family
relationships. Members of the family possess differences which need to be known to each
members and be accepted by one another in order to have a more harmonious and healthy
family relationship. Here are some ways on how you can show respect for individual
differences within the family:
Frequent communication
Ask questions if there are clarifications and avoid making assumptions
Make some adjustments if necessary
Involve yourself by doing your responsibilities
Learn to understand and accept other’s differences (strengths and weaknesses)
Yearn for what is good for all members of the family
You Can Do It
Suggested Time Allotment: 10 minutes
“I am me and they are them, but we are together”
Copy the table below on a clean sheet of paper. Read and answer the questions
under each column. An example is provided as your guide.
What are your What are the How do you support What is the outcome
responsibilities at responsibilities of the each other in of the support in the
home? other members of performing different family relationship?
your family at home? chores
Ex. Sweep the floor Wash the dishes We give appreciation Cooperation and
to each other as they Harmony in the family
perform their chores
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What I have learned
Suggested Time Allotment: 5 minutes
Complete the following sentences on a clean sheet of paper.
1. We may have individual differences but _____________________.
2. What I appreciate most with our differences in the family is ____________________.
3. We celebrate our similarities by ________________________.
Share your Thoughts & Feelings
Suggested Time Allotment: 10 minutes
Suggest 3 to 5 ways to strengthen your relationship with your family. Write your answers on
a one whole sheet of paper.
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