PATHFIT - 1ST SEM

Laro ng Lahi and Classifications

LARO NG LAHI

Refers to the traditional games of the Philippines that have been played by Filipino children and communities for generations.

LARO

It means game or play

LAHI

Refers to race, nation, or people

LARO NG LAHI

The traditional games of the Filipino people, reflecting the country’s culture, history, and way of life.

HUNDREDS

Laro ng Lahi has existed for ______ of years even before the arrival of Spanish colonizers in the Philippines.

PRE-COLONIAL

During the ______ period, Filipino children learned important life skills through play.

BAMBOO, STONES, COCONUT, STICKS, SHELLS, SLIPPERS, EMPTY CANS

Communities created games using natural and readily available materials such as:

ONE GENERATION TO ANOTHER

As the Philippines experienced different periods of colonization, traditional games continued to be played despite the influence of foreign cultures. Families and communities passed these games from ______________, making them an important part of Filipino heritage.

FRIENDSHIPS, HEALTHY COMPETITION, PHYSICAL FITNESS

Before television, smartphones, computers, and video games became popular, children spent most of their free time playing outside with friends and neighbors. These games strengthened ______, promoted _____, and developed _______.

FILIPINO TRADITIONS

Today, Laro ng Lahi continues to be promoted in schools through Physical Education classes, cultural festivals, sports competitions, and community celebration to preserve ___________.

COOPERATION (BAYANIHAN), RESPECT, TEAMWORK, DISCIPLINE, SPORTSMANSHIP, CREATIVITY, RESOURCEFULNESS, FAIR PLAY

Laro ng Lahi is more than just entertainment. It represents the Filipino values of:

IMPROVES CARDIOVASCULAR ENDURANCE

Benefit of Laro ng Lahi: Running, jumping, and chasing increase heart and lung efficiency

DEVELOPS MUSCULAR STRENGTH

Benefit of Laro ng Lahi: Many games require pushing, pulling, throwing, and jumping, which strengthens muscles.

ENHANCES FLEXIBILITY

Benefit of Laro ng Lahi: Stretching, bending, and reaching improve flexibility and reduce the risk of injury.

IMPROVES AGILITY

Benefit of Laro ng Lahi: Players learn to change direction quickly while maintaining balance.

DEVELOPS SPEED

Benefit of Laro ng Lahi: Many traditional games require fast movement and quick reactions.

IMPROVES BALANCE AND COORDINATION

Benefit of Laro ng Lahi: Activities involving jumping, kicking, catching, and dodging improve body coordination.

PROMOTES HEALTHY BODY WIEGHT

Benefit of Laro ng Lahi: Active participation burns calories and helps prevent obesity.

DEVELOPS GROSS MOTOR SKILLS

Benefit of Laro ng Lahi: Children improve their large muscle movements through running, hopping, skipping, and jumping.

INCREASES PHYSICAL FITNESS

Benefit of Laro ng Lahi: Regular participation helps improve overall health and endurance.

ENCOURAGES AN ACTIVE LIFESTYLE

Benefit of Laro ng Lahi: Traditional games reduce sedentary behavior by encouraging outdoor physical activities.

INDIVIDUAL AND DUAL GAMES

These games are played by one player or by two players competing against each other.

INDIVIDUAL, PERSONAL, CONCENTRATION & SELF-DISCIPLINE

Characteristics of Individual and Dual Games:
1. Requires ______ skill
2. Focuses on _______ performance
3. Encourages _______ & _______

TRUMPO, HOLEN, SIPA, JACKSTONE, SUNGKA

Examples of Individual and Dual Games

TEAM OR GROUP GAMES

These games require cooperation among several players who work together to achieve a common goal.

TEAMWORK & COMMUNICATION, LEADERSHIP & COOPERATION, STRATEGIC

Characteristics of Team or Group Games:
1. Requires ______ & ______
2. Encourages _______ & _______
3. Promotes _____ thinking

PATINTERO, TUMBANG PRESO, LUKSONG TINIK, CHINESE GARTER, TAGUAN

Examples of Team or Group Games

ORDINARY GAMES

Simple recreational games that can be played almost anywhere with little or no equipment. They are usually played for enjoyment and social interaction.

ORGANIZE, MINIMAL, CHILDREN, FUN & RECREATION

Characteristics of Ordinary Games:
1. Easy to _____
2. Requires _____ materials
3. Can be played by ____ of different ages
4. Focuses on _____ & ______

LANGIT-LUPA, NANAY TATAY, HIDE AND SEEK, PIKO

Examples of Ordinary Games

PATINTERO

A team game where players block opponents from crossing lines.

TUMBANG PRESO

Players throw slippers to knock down a tin can while avoiding the guard.

LUKSONG TINIK

Players jump over hands and feet arranged like thorns.

LUKSONG BAKA

A jumping game where players leap over another player.

SIPA

Players keep a rattan ball or shuttlecock in the air using their feet.

PIKO

The Filipino version of hopscotch played on drawn squares.

CHINESE GARTER

Players jump over an elastic garter raised to increasing heights.

TAGUAN

The Filipino version of hide-and-seek

AGAWAN BASE

Two teams compete to capture the opponent’s base.

HOLEN

Players shoot marbles to hit opponents’ marbles.

MODERN TECHNOLOGY

_______ has changes the way children spend their leisure time. Many now prefer gadgets, online games, and social media over outdoor activities. Because of this, some traditional Filipino games are slowly disappearing

CULTURAL HERTAGE, PHYSICAL ACTIVITY & HEALTHY LIFESTYLES, COMMUNITY RELATIONSHIPS, OUTDOOR PLAY & SOCIAL INTERACTION, FILIPINO TRADITIONS

Preserving Laro ng Lahi is important because it:
1. Protects Filipino ______
2. Promotes ______ & ______
3. Strengthens _______
4. Encourages ______ & _____
5. Passes ______ to future generations

RESPECT, HONESTY, DISCIPLINE, COOPERATION, TEAMWORK, FAIR PLAY, RESPONSIBILITY, PATIENCE, PERSEVERANCE, SPORTSMANSHIP, LEADERSHIP, RESPECT FOR FILIPINO CULTURE AND TRADITIONS

Filipino Values learned through Laro ng Lahi