I.

OBJECTIVES

The learner understands the distinction between and among

A. Content Standard
creative nonfiction types and forms

The learner competently delivers an artistic presentation

B. Performance Standard summarizing and analyzing the form, theme and techniques of a
chosen creative nonfictional text.

1. Explain the relationship of elements and ideas found in

the various forms and types of creative nonfictional texts
through a close reading
2. Compare and contrast the different forms and types of
C. Learning Competencies
creative nonfictional texts
3. Deliver an artistic presentation summarizing, analyzing,
and commenting on a chosen creative nonfictional text
representing a particular type or form.

At the end of the lesson, the students should be able to:

a. define travelogue;
b. discuss the characteristics of travelogues through the
D. Learning Objectives activity Check Points;
c. share the impact of traveling to one’s writing by
interpreting the quote “The world is a book and those
who do not travel read only one page.”; and
d. compose a travelogue through the activity Travel Log.

II. SUBJECT MATTER

Topic: Travelogue
Essential Question: How can traveling help you become a better writer?

III. LEARNING RESOURCES

Travel Writing World. (2020, December 29). What is a
Travelogue?
https://www.travelwritingworld.com/what-is-a-travelogue/

Travel Writing World. (2020a, November 29). How to Write a

Travelogue: 8 tips to Write Better Travel Stories.
A. References https://www.travelwritingworld.com/how-to-write-a-
travelogue

Mercato, T. (2023, May 5). Examples of great travelogue writing

to inspire your next adventure. TextMercato.
https://www.textmercato.com/blog/examples-of-great-
travelogue-writing-to-inspire-next-adventure
B. Other Learning
Laptop, PowerPoint Presentation, Physical Visual Aids, TV
Resources
IV. PROCEDURE
Teacher’s Activity Student’s Activity
A. Preliminaries
• Greetings

Good afternoon, class.

Good afternoon, Sir.
• Prayer
Dear God, thank you for another opportunity to
gather and learn. Bless us with wisdom,
patience, and understanding as we begin this
lesson. Help us learn with kindness, curiosity,
and respect. May our time together be
meaningful and filled with joy. This we ask in
Jesus’s name. Amen.
• Checking of attendance

Is anyone absent today?

No, Sir. We are all present.
• Presentation of classroom rules

Before we begin, please allow me to

remind you of our classroom rules,
which are to listen, participate, and
show respect during the discussion.

B. Motivation

ACTIVITY — POST-CARDS

Instructions:
Answer the following riddles correctly to
reveal an image.

Riddles:

1. Soft and white like sugar fine, where

sun and sea forever shine.

White Beach, Boracay Island

2. Planted by men from lands
unknown, a wooden mark where
faith has grown.

Magellan’s Cross, Cebu

3. Brown in sun and green in rain, my
countless peaks stretch ‘cross the
plain.

Chocolate Hills, Bohol

4. Through caverns dark my waters
glide, where bats and echoes live
inside.

Puerto Princesa Underground River, Palawan

5. Carved by hands in days of old, steps
of green where rice is gold.

Banaue Rice Terraces, Ifugao

6. Here he had his final breath, igniting
the flames of freedom through his
death.

Rizal Park, Manila

7. A tiny giant in peaceful slumber,
hiding a cataclysm in the waters
under.

Taal Volcano, Batangas

8. A beacon of beauty throughout the
land, concealing a fiery breath
where she stands.

Mayon Volcano, Albay

9. With cobbled streets and lanterns
bright, I bring the past to modern
light.

Vigan, Ilocos Norte

 Because you have answered all the
riddles correctly, you were able to reveal
this quote:

Very good, class!

C. Presentation of the Lesson

I hope you enjoyed the activity. What

were the things you noticed during the
activity?
Sir, we identified popular tourist destinations in
the Philippines by answering the riddles.
That’s right! Those are tourist
destinations here in the Philippines.
These actually have something to do
with our topic for today.

Since those are tourist destinations,

what do you think will we be discussing
today?
Considering the activity Sir, I think our lesson has
something to do with places, especially popular
ones or tourist attractions.
Very good! Today, we will be discussing
something related to tourist attractions,
specifically a type of literature focusing
on going to different places:

TRAVELOGUE

Before we proceed, allow me to present

the objectives for this discussion. At the
end of the lesson, you should be able to:
• define travelogue;
• discuss the characteristics of
travelogues through the activity
Check Points;
• share the impact of traveling to
one’s writing by interpreting the
quote you have revealed through
our prior activity; and
• compose a travelogue through the
activity Travel Log.
 Allow me to pose this question to guide
you throughout our discussion:

How can traveling help you become a

better writer?

D. Lesson Proper

ACTIVITY — Check Points

Mechanics:
1. The class will be divided into 4.
2. Each group will be given 2 sample
travelogues to analyze.

“Spices, Spaces, and Surprises”

“In-through the North’s Beating
Heart”

Guide questions:
• What is it talking about?
• What features or characteristics
stand out about the travelogue?
• Why was it written?

3. The students are given 15 minutes

to produce an output, after which a
representative from each group will
present an outline of their findings.
Sample output:

What is it talking about?

• Personal travel experiences and reflections
• Cultural, historical, and geographical details
of a place
• Encounters with locals and unique
traditions
• Challenges, surprises, and discoveries
during the journey
• Comparisons between expectations and
reality

What features or characteristics stood out

about the travelogue?
• Written in a personal and narrative style
• Uses descriptive and immersive language
with vivid sensory details
• Balances storytelling with informative
content
• Included dialogue, anecdotes, and personal
insights
• Literary and journalistic form

Why was it written?

• To document and share travel experiences
 • To inform and inspire readers about a
destination
• To promote cultural appreciation and
awareness
• To provide practical insights and travel tips
• To capture personal growth and reflections
from the journey
Very good! What you just did was to
analyze those sample writings to come
up with a comprehensive analysis of
what a travelogue is.

Let’s try to summarize your outputs to

come up with the definition of a
travelogue.
A travelogue is a piece of literature that talks
about personal travel experiences. It focuses on
subjective experiences such as impressions,
commentaries about a place’s history, culture
and geography, and reflections and realizations.
That’s right! In other words, a
travelogue details a person’s journey
and what they learned from it. It is a
portmanteau of the words travel and
monologue.

A travelogue also has the following

elements:
• Vivid descriptions and sensory
details
• Authentic voice and perspective
• Engaging narrative
• Informative and/or entertaining
approach

Let’s now proceed to the three general

types of travelogues: Literary,
Journalistic, and Multimedia
travelogues.

From the names themselves, can

anyone share what they think these
refer to?
Literary travelogues are reflective and
immersive narratives that blend personal
experiences, emotions, and vivid storytelling to
capture the essence of a journey.

Journalistic Travelogues are fact-based and

informative accounts that present objective
travel insights, cultural observations, and
current trends, often with a news-oriented
approach.
 Multimedia Travelogues are digital or
interactive travel narratives that combine text,
images, videos, and audio to create an engaging
and dynamic storytelling experience.
Very good! During the previous activity,
you encountered the first two types of
travelogues, which are literary and
journalistic travelogues. As for the third
type, which is multimedia travelogue,
here is a good example:

Source: youtube.com/@AbroadinJapan

This channel contains many good

examples of travelogues in multimedia
form, such as documentaries and vlogs.

Let’s now move on with our lesson. The

following are tips on how to write a
compelling travelogue. Try to follow
along and share some ideas on why they
help and how to actually do them.

1. Tell one story

Avoid dwelling a step-by-step account focusing
on individual details. Instead, focus on a
memorable and engaging experience to build
around.
2. Start with a hook
Begin with a statement that invites intrigue,
conflict, or interest, such as a moment where
things went wrong.
3. Be descriptive and open
Use vivid sensory details and share your
emotions, thoughts, and personal takes to
immerse the reader in the setting.
4. Be engaging
Highlight interactions with both the
surroundings and the locals, including their
personalities and interesting conversations.
5. Be informed
Add relevant historical, political, or cultural
insights to add depth and context to the
travelogue.
6. Avoid overly formal or promotional
language
Keep the tone natural and engaging without
sounding like a status report and advertisement
for the featured locations.
7. End with a resolution
Conclude with a realization or a meaningful
takeaway. Also include the lessons learned
throughout the journey.
E. Application

To test whether you really understood

our topic, let’s have a short activity.

I will be calling students randomly to do

the following:
1. Give a place anywhere in the world
that you want to visit.
2. Explain why you want to visit that
place.
3. Share what sort of emotions you
might feel once you leave.

I’m giving you 2 minutes to mentally

prepare your responses, after which the
students I will call have 1 minute each to
share.
Sample response:

I want to visit Cologne, Germany because of its

rich history, stunning architecture, and cultural
significance. The Cologne Cathedral, a UNESCO
World Heritage Site, is something I’ve always
wanted to see in person because of its
breathtaking Gothic design. Besides that, I’d love
to explore the city’s museums, try authentic
German food, and experience the vibrant
atmosphere of the Rhine River.

Once I leave, I think I’d feel a mix of fulfillment

and nostalgia. Fulfillment because I finally got to
visit a place I’ve always dreamed of, and
nostalgia because I know I’d miss the beauty of
the city, its people, and the experiences I had
there.
Thank you for your rich and detailed
responses. I believe we could learn a lot
about your personalities from your
sharing.
F. Valuing

Allow me to reiterate the question we

had earlier.

How can traveling help you become a

better writer?

I would like to hear your thoughts on

this.
Sample response:

Traveling helps you become a better writer

because it gives you new experiences and ideas
to write about. When you visit different places,
you see new sights, meet different people, and
learn about other cultures. These experiences
help you write in a more interesting and
detailed way.

It also improves your descriptive writing

because you notice more things—like how a
place looks, smells, or feels. This makes your
writing more real and engaging.

Lastly, traveling helps you express emotions

better. The excitement, challenges, and
memories of a trip make you reflect on your
experiences, which helps when writing personal
stories or expressing feelings in your work.
Very good! Traveling really does give us
new experiences that provide fresh ideas
and perspectives. It also improves our
attention to detail and help us process
and express emotions better.

Lastly, I’d like to share this quote:

The world is a book and those who do not

travel read only one page.

This is something I want you to reflect on

and internalize. If you have some
thoughts or ideas to share, you may do
so.
Sample response:

Yes, I agree with this quote because traveling

helps us learn more about the world, just like
reading a book. If we never travel, we only see a
small part of life, like reading just one page of a
book. But when we visit new places, we
experience different cultures, meet new people,
and understand different ways of living.
 Traveling also teaches important life lessons
that we can’t always learn from school or books.
It helps us become more open-minded, curious,
and understanding. Just like reading a whole
book gives us a complete story, traveling helps
us see the bigger picture of the world.

While not everyone has the luxury of traveling

to far-off places, it does not necessarily mean
that the experience of traveling is exclusive. For
example, going from this building to the building
next-door is still traveling, and who knows what
kind of things we might see or experience even
on that extremely short journey. All it takes is for
us to pay attention.
That’s a great point! Traveling doesn’t
have to mean going far—it’s about
experiencing new things and paying
attention to the world around us. Even
small journeys can teach us something
valuable.

G. Generalization

To end our discussion, let’s have a brief

recap of today’s topic.

What is a travelogue?
A travelogue is a written or recorded account of
a person’s travel experiences. It describes
places, people, culture, and personal reflections
about the trip.
What features or characteristics can we
see in travelogues?
A travelogue is descriptive and reflective,
capturing details about places, people, and
experiences. It often includes cultural and
historical information, as well as personal
insights to make the journey engaging and
informative.
Lastly, how can we write a good
travelogue?
To write a good travelogue, start with a strong
hook that grabs attention, like a surprising fact
or a personal experience. Use vivid descriptions
to immerse the reader, stay engaging by sharing
personal insights, and be well-informed about
the place’s history and culture. Keep the
language natural and relatable, and end with a
resolution that ties everything together, leaving
the reader with a lasting impression.
Very good! I believe you are now ready
for the evaluation.
V. EVALUATION
TRAVEL LOG
Instructions:
1. Think of a travel experience you have had before.
2. Complete a structured travel log entry with the following format:

Title: (Give a creative title that describes the place or your experience)
Destination: (Where are you? Real or imagined?)
Date & Time: (What’s the setting? Morning, night, midday?)
Highlight: (Describe a key moment that stood out.)
What I Saw: (Describe the sights—landscapes, buildings, people.)
What I Heard: (Mention sounds—music, conversations, nature.)
What I Tasted (If applicable): (Describe food or drinks, if relevant.)
Personal Reflection: (How did this experience make you feel? Any realizations?)

Sample:
Title: Tuggi Gari Yaw
Destination: Tuguegarao City, Philippines
Date & Time: April 15, 2024 | 12:30 PM (midday)

Highlight of the Experience:

Stepping out of the van, I was immediately greeted by the unforgiving midday heat—the kind
that wraps around you like a heavy blanket. Despite the scorching sun, the sight of the centuries-
old Saint Peter and Paul Cathedral made the trip worthwhile, its red-bricked facade standing
proudly against the bright blue sky.

What I Saw:
The streets were lined with tricycles weaving through traffic, their drivers expertly maneuvering
under the sun. At the public market, stalls overflowed with fresh corn, peanuts, street food, and
local delicacies, while students in their uniforms gathered at eateries for lunch.

What I Heard:
The rhythmic calls of vendors selling their produce, mixed with the occasional honking of
tricycles. Inside the cathedral, a sense of calm took over, with only the soft whispers of prayers
and the distant ringing of church bells breaking the silence.

What I Tasted:
For lunch, I had a steaming bowl of pancit batil patung, Tuguegarao’s famous noodle dish. The
mix of stir-fried miki noodles, savory sauce, caramelized onions, the varied toppings of different
restaurants, and the richness of a poached egg on top made it unlike any pancit I had ever tasted
before.

Personal Reflection:
Tuguegarao is more than just the hottest city in the Philippines—it is a place filled with history,
culture, and culinary surprises. The heat may be relentless, but so is the warmth of its people
and the richness of its traditions, making every sweat-drenched moment worth it

Criteria
Completeness 10
Sensory Details 10
Depth and Reflection 10
Creativity 10
Total 40
VI. ASSIGNMENT
SUITCASE STORIES
Instructions:
1. Choose a real-life or fictional destination you want to visit.
2. List five meaningful items you’d bring. You may include pictures or illustrations.
3. Describe and explain each item (2-3 sentences each).
• Why is it important?
• How does it enhance your experience?
• Does it have a personal or cultural significance?
4. Include a creative title.

Criteria
Relevance 10
Creativity 10
Reflection 10
Grammar and Clarity 10
Total 40