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Leisure – Introduction and Different Forms of Leisure

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Outline different ways of spending leisure time: active and passive forms of leisure (Knowledge)
- Identify active and passive leisure activities and discuss how Elyon spends his leisure time wisely (Skill)
- Show interest in using leisure time productively to nurture talents and abilities (Attitude)

In groups, learners are guided to:

- Brainstorm on the meaning of leisure and why it is important
- Identify active and passive leisure activities from pictures and categorise them
- Read the story of Elyon making soapstone carvings and discuss whether he uses leisure wisely
- Share experiences on how they spend free time

Why is it important to use leisure time wisely?

- Grade 9 CRE Learner's Book
- Good News Bible
- Charts
- Notebooks

- Oral questions - Observation

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Leisure – Analysing How Youths Misuse Leisure Today

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Analyse how youths misuse leisure today: gambling, indecent behaviours, alcohol and drugs, passive activities, idle talk (Knowledge)
- Read Maryann and Dan stories and explain how each misuses leisure time and the consequences (Skill)
- Develop a resolve to avoid misuse of leisure time (Attitude)

In groups, learners are guided to:

- Read the stories of Maryann (internet addiction) and Dan (chess gambling) and answer questions
- Read Bible texts on misuse of leisure and write lessons on a chart
- Study the mind map on misuse of leisure and discuss other reasons youths misuse leisure
- Discuss what can be done to avoid misuse of leisure time and idleness

Why do youths misuse leisure time and what are the consequences?

- Grade 9 CRE Learner's Book
- Good News Bible
- Charts
- Notebooks

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

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Leisure – Effects of Alcohol, Drugs and Substance Abuse

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Evaluate the effects of alcohol, drugs and substance abuse on an individual: addiction, health problems, mental disorders, death, violence, school dropout (Knowledge)
- Use PowerPoint slides or charts to write effects of alcohol, drugs and substance use (Skill)
- Show a desire to avoid alcohol, drugs and substance abuse (Attitude)

In groups, learners are guided to:

- Discuss uses and misuse of medicinal drugs and their effects
- Read and discuss effects of illegal drugs: addiction, cancer, mental disorders, death, violence, HIV/AIDS, brain damage
- Read and discuss effects of alcohol: addiction, violence, death, liver damage, depression, loss of appetite
- Write effects of alcohol, drugs and substances on charts and display in strategic places for awareness

What are the effects of alcohol, drugs and substance abuse on an individual?

- Grade 9 CRE Learner's Book
- Good News Bible – 1 Corinthians 6:10
- Charts
- Digital devices

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

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Leisure – Moral Values and Life Skills to Avoid Alcohol, Drugs and Substance Use

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Establish moral values and life skills needed to avoid alcohol, drugs and substance abuse (Knowledge)
- Complete a table on moral values and life skills and how to utilise them to avoid alcohol, drugs and substances (Skill)
- Utilise Christian moral values to avoid alcohol, drugs and substance abuse (Attitude)

In groups, learners are guided to:

- Brainstorm on values and life skills needed to avoid alcohol, drugs and substance abuse
- Discuss the meaning of each value and life skill listed
- Complete the table: moral value, way to utilise it; life skill, way to utilise it
- Debate on the motion: 'Idle mind is the devil's workshop'

How can Christian moral values and life skills help you avoid alcohol, drugs and substance abuse?

- Grade 9 CRE Learner's Book
- Good News Bible
- Charts
- Notebooks

- Observation - Oral questions - Rating scales

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Leisure – Moral Values and Life Skills to Avoid Alcohol, Drugs and Substance Use

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Establish moral values and life skills needed to avoid alcohol, drugs and substance abuse (Knowledge)
- Complete a table on moral values and life skills and how to utilise them to avoid alcohol, drugs and substances (Skill)
- Utilise Christian moral values to avoid alcohol, drugs and substance abuse (Attitude)

In groups, learners are guided to:

- Brainstorm on values and life skills needed to avoid alcohol, drugs and substance abuse
- Discuss the meaning of each value and life skill listed
- Complete the table: moral value, way to utilise it; life skill, way to utilise it
- Debate on the motion: 'Idle mind is the devil's workshop'

How can Christian moral values and life skills help you avoid alcohol, drugs and substance abuse?

- Grade 9 CRE Learner's Book
- Good News Bible
- Charts
- Notebooks

- Observation - Oral questions - Rating scales

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Leisure – Applying Moral Values to Use Leisure Time Wisely

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Read scriptures: 1 Timothy 5:13; Ecclesiastes 10:18; Proverbs 19:15 and outline lessons learnt (Knowledge)
- Write a personal reflection journal on how to spend free time wisely (Skill)
- Show commitment to using leisure time productively and avoiding idleness (Attitude)

In groups, learners are guided to:

- Read 1 Timothy 5:13; Ecclesiastes 10:18; Proverbs 19:15 on flashcards and outline lessons learnt
- Discuss ways of spending leisure time productively and avoid idleness
- Write a personal reflection journal on how to spend free time
- Talk to parents or guardians about talents, gifts and abilities and how they can support their development

How will you use your leisure time productively as a Christian youth?

- Grade 9 CRE Learner's Book
- Good News Bible – 1 Timothy 5:13; Ecclesiastes 10:18
- Flash cards
- Notebooks

- Portfolio - Observation - Anecdotal notes

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Wealth, Money and Poverty – Christian Teachings on Wealth, Money and Poverty

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Discuss Christian teachings on wealth, money and poverty from Ecclesiastes 5:10-20; Deuteronomy 8:18; Proverbs 15:27; Matthew 6:24-34 (Knowledge)
- Fill a table with teachings on wealth, money and poverty from the Bible texts provided (Skill)
- Appreciate that God is the one who gives power to become rich and should be glorified in all things (Attitude)

In groups, learners are guided to:

- Define wealth, money and poverty and discuss their differences
- Read Ecclesiastes 5:10-20 and discuss vices associated with love of money
- Read Deuteronomy 8:18; Proverbs 15:27; Matthew 6:24-34 and make notes on lessons learnt
- Fill the table with Bible texts and corresponding teachings on wealth, money and poverty

What does the Bible teach Christians about wealth, money and poverty?

- Grade 9 CRE Learner's Book
- Good News Bible – Ecclesiastes 5:10-20; Deuteronomy 8:18; Matthew 6:24-34
- Flash cards
- Charts

- Oral questions - Observation

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Wealth, Money and Poverty – How Love of Money Hinders Inheriting the Kingdom of God

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Appraise how the love of money can hinder one from inheriting the Kingdom of God using Luke 12:13-21; Matthew 6:19-21; 1 Timothy 6:9 (Knowledge)
- Read the parable of the rich fool (Luke 12:13-21) and discuss lessons on greed and selfishness (Skill)
- Show a desire to prioritise the Kingdom of God over the love of money (Attitude)

In groups, learners are guided to:

- Read Luke 12:13-21 on the parable of the rich fool and answer comprehension questions
- Discuss how love of money and greed separate one from God
- Sort words into values and vices associated with love of money
- Read key points: love of money as root of all evil (1 Timothy 6:9); Matthew 6:19-21

How can the love of money hinder you from inheriting the Kingdom of God?

- Grade 9 CRE Learner's Book
- Good News Bible – Luke 12:13-21; 1 Timothy 6:9; Matthew 6:19-21
- Flash cards
- Charts

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

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Wealth, Money and Poverty – Causes and Remedies of Poverty in Society Today

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Assess at least five causes and remedies of poverty in society today: unemployment, conflicts, corruption, lack of education, natural disasters, sickness, alcohol and drugs (Knowledge)
- Research on causes and poverty and complete a table of causes and remedies (Skill)
- Show concern for the poor and appreciate the importance of hard work in overcoming poverty (Attitude)

In groups, learners are guided to:

- Study the picture of Mr and Mrs Mwachofi and discuss likely causes of poverty
- Research on causes of poverty using digital devices or print resources
- Complete the table: causes of poverty and their remedies
- Read key points on causes and remedies of poverty and discuss how Christians can contribute to wealth creation

What are the causes of poverty and how can Christians help remedy it?

- Grade 9 CRE Learner's Book
- Good News Bible – Proverbs 14:23
- Digital devices
- Charts

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

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Wealth, Money and Poverty – Ethical Ways of Acquiring Wealth as a Youth

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Devise at least five ethical ways of acquiring wealth as a youth: utilising talents, farming, trading, saving and investing, online work (Knowledge)
- Brainstorm business ideas and establish a viable income-generating enterprise (Skill)
- Desire to acquire wealth through credible and ethical ways as a youth (Attitude)

In groups, learners are guided to:

- Study pictures of youths in economic activities and discuss how they benefit
- Read the chart on ways of acquiring wealth and choose two suitable ways
- Brainstorm and list business ideas and share with parents or guardians for guidance
- Identify one business idea and plan how to implement it including resources needed

What are the ethical ways through which a youth can acquire wealth?

- Grade 9 CRE Learner's Book
- Good News Bible – Proverbs 15:27
- Digital devices
- Notebooks

- Observation - Oral questions - Portfolio

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Wealth, Money and Poverty – Ethical Ways of Acquiring Wealth as a Youth

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Devise at least five ethical ways of acquiring wealth as a youth: utilising talents, farming, trading, saving and investing, online work (Knowledge)
- Brainstorm business ideas and establish a viable income-generating enterprise (Skill)
- Desire to acquire wealth through credible and ethical ways as a youth (Attitude)

In groups, learners are guided to:

- Study pictures of youths in economic activities and discuss how they benefit
- Read the chart on ways of acquiring wealth and choose two suitable ways
- Brainstorm and list business ideas and share with parents or guardians for guidance
- Identify one business idea and plan how to implement it including resources needed

What are the ethical ways through which a youth can acquire wealth?

- Grade 9 CRE Learner's Book
- Good News Bible – Proverbs 15:27
- Digital devices
- Notebooks

- Observation - Oral questions - Portfolio

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Wealth, Money and Poverty – Managing a Business Enterprise and Reporting Its Performance

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Establish a viable business or enterprise and manage it by recording its daily performance (Knowledge)
- Complete a business performance table recording target sales, actual sales, expenses, savings and target savings (Skill)
- Show integrity, responsibility and commitment in managing a business enterprise (Attitude)

In groups, learners are guided to:

- Start the income-generating enterprise identified in the previous lesson
- Complete the business performance table daily: target sales, sales of first week, expenses, savings
- Make a weekly report of business progress
- Share journals on business progress with parents, guardians and teachers for feedback

How can you manage a business enterprise responsibly and report its performance?

- Grade 9 CRE Learner's Book
- Good News Bible
- Notebooks – business journal
- Portfolios

- Portfolio - Observation - Anecdotal notes

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Wealth, Money and Poverty – Helping the Poor and Seeking the Kingdom of God First

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Discuss Christian teachings on helping the poor from Luke 3:11; Proverbs 31:8-9; Luke 4:18 (Knowledge)
- Read Luke 4:18 and discuss how Christ set people free and how Christians respond to His salvation call (Skill)
- Desire to seek the Kingdom of God first and use wealth responsibly to help the poor (Attitude)

In groups, learners are guided to:

- Study the mind map on lessons from Bible texts on wealth and poverty
- Read Luke 3:11; Proverbs 31:8-9 and discuss how Christians can help the poor
- Read Luke 4:18 and discuss how Christ came to set people free and respond to His call
- Write Luke 4:18 on a flash card and discuss how to respond to Christ's call for salvation

How can Christians use wealth responsibly and seek the Kingdom of God first?

- Grade 9 CRE Learner's Book
- Good News Bible – Luke 3:11; Proverbs 31:8-9; Luke 4:18
- Flash cards
- Charts

- Oral questions - Observation - Portfolio