Pointers for Filipino Child Roles and Philippine Flag Symbols

Vocabulary flashcards reviewing the traits, duties, and abilities of a Filipino child, along with the symbolism of the Philippine flag.

Kakayahan (Abilities)

Things that individuals are able to do, such as singing, dancing, drawing, reading, writing, counting, and helping.

Tungkulin (Duties)

Tasks and actions that a child is expected to perform at home, in school, and in the environment.

Magalang (Respectful)

A trait of a good Filipino child shown by using polite words such as "po" and "opo".

Matapat (Honest)

A trait of a good Filipino child defined by telling the truth.

Matulungin (Helpful)

A trait of a good Filipino child defined by assisting those who are in need.

Masipag (Hardworking)

A trait of a good Filipino child defined by carrying out tasks properly and properly completing work.

Responsable (Responsible)

A trait of a good Filipino child defined by fulfilling one's own duties.

Mabait (Kind)

A trait of a good Filipino child defined by not hurting or teasing others.

Maalaga (Caring)

A trait of a good Filipino child defined by taking care of people, belongings, and the environment.

Blue (Asul) on the Philippine Flag

Symbolizes peace, truth, and justice.

Red (Pula) on the Philippine Flag

Symbolizes valor and bravery.

White (Puti) on the Philippine Flag

Symbolizes purity and peace.

Sun (Araw) on the Philippine Flag

Symbolizes the freedom of the Philippines.

Eight Rays of the Sun (Walong Sinag ng Araw)

Symbolizes the eight provinces that first revolted against the Spaniards.

Three Stars (Tatlong Bituin)

Symbolizes Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.

Triangle (Tatsulok) on the Philippine Flag

Symbolizes unity and equality.