Creation

Self-awareness - I like myself

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

-Say what they like about themselves
-Appreciate their unique physical features
-Show interest in self-awareness

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Look at pictures of children and say what they like about themselves
-In pairs, share what they like about their physical features
-Read Psalms 139:13 and discuss how God created them
-Draw pictures of their favorite physical features
-Sing the song 'Mwili wangu ni wa ajabu sana...'

Why are you a special creation?

-Growing in Christ - CRE Activities Learner's Book pg. 1
-Bible
-Colored pencils
-Charts

-Observation -Oral questions -Drawing assessment

Creation

Self-awareness - We are all special
Self-awareness - Chores I do at home

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

-Identify similarities and differences with peers
-Appreciate that God created people differently
-Show respect for diversity

In groups, learners are guided to:

-In pairs, observe and state similarities and differences with classmates
-Read Genesis 1:27 about boys and girls
-Discuss why God created people differently
-Play games that give advantage to different physical features (limbo vs. three jump stick)
-Appreciate diversity through activities

How does God create people differently?

-Growing in Christ - CRE Activities Learner's Book pg. 4
-Bible
-Playground space
-Game materials
-Growing in Christ - CRE Activities Learner's Book pg. 2
-Role play materials
-Chart paper
-Markers

-Observation -Oral discussions -Game participation

Creation

Self-awareness - Appreciating my physical appearance
My Family - Extended family members
My Family - Things we do with extended family

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

-Appreciate their physical appearance
-Express gratitude for how God made them
-Show confidence in their uniqueness

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Sing songs about physical appearance
-Draw and color self-portraits
-Share what they like about their bodies
-Recite memory verse Psalms 139:13
-Order themselves from shortest to tallest and celebrate differences

Why should you appreciate how God made you?

-Growing in Christ - CRE Activities Learner's Book pg. 1
-Bible
-Drawing materials
-Colored pencils
-Growing in Christ - CRE Activities Learner's Book pg. 8
-Family photos
-Growing in Christ - CRE Activities Learner's Book pg. 10
-Role play materials
-Activity cards

-Self-portrait assessment -Memory verse recitation -Observation

Creation

My Family - Items we share at home
My Family - Items we don't share
Creation of sky, sun, moon, stars - The sky

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

-Identify items shared at home
-Demonstrate sharing behavior
-Promote harmony through sharing

In groups, learners are guided to:

-List various items shared at home (food, toys, tables, beds)
-Discuss importance of sharing
-Role play sharing scenarios
-Create charts showing shared items
-Practice saying please and thank you

What items should you share at home?

-Growing in Christ - CRE Activities Learner's Book pg. 11
-Shared items examples
-Chart paper
-Markers
-Growing in Christ - CRE Activities Learner's Book pg. 13
-Personal hygiene items
-Poster materials
-Growing in Christ - CRE Activities Learner's Book pg. 15
-Bible
-Drawing materials
-Sky observation charts

-Observation -Sharing demonstration -Oral questions

Creation

Creation of sky, sun, moon, stars - The sun

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

-Recognize God as creator of the sun
-Understand sun's purpose
-Express gratitude to God

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Observe pictures of the sun
-Discuss when the sun appears
-Read about sun's creation
-Draw and color the sun
-Sing songs thanking God for the sun
-Promise to thank God for the sun

Why did God create the sun?

-Growing in Christ - CRE Activities Learner's Book pg. 16
-Bible
-Drawing materials
-Sun safety information

-Oral questions -Drawing assessment -Thankfulness expressions

Creation

Creation of sky, sun, moon, stars - The moon

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

-Recognize God as creator of the moon
-Understand moon's purpose
-Appreciate night light

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Observe pictures of the moon
-Discuss moon's appearance
-Learn about different moon phases
-Draw and color the moon
-Sing songs about moon creation
-Promise to thank God for the moon

Why did God create the moon?

-Growing in Christ - CRE Activities Learner's Book pg. 17
-Bible
-Moon phase charts
-Drawing materials

-Observation -Drawing work -Oral discussions

Creation

Creation of sky, sun, moon, stars - The stars

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

-Recognize God as creator of stars
-Appreciate stars as light sources
-Express gratitude to God for creation

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Observe pictures of stars
-Learn about star patterns
-Draw and color stars
-Read and copy Genesis 1:16 on flash cards
-Create a creation chart with sun, moon, and stars
-Promise to thank God for stars

Why are stars important?

-Growing in Christ - CRE Activities Learner's Book pg. 18
-Bible
-Star charts
-Flash cards
-Drawing materials

-Flash card creation -Chart making -Memory verse

The Holy Bible

The Holy Bible as a guide - Why we read the Bible
The Holy Bible as a guide - When we read as family

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

-List importance of reading the Bible
-Understand Bible as God's Word
-Show desire to read the Bible

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Look at picture of children reading Bible
-List importance of reading the Bible
-Watch video clip of children reading Bible
-Sing song "My Bible and I, ooh..."
-Promise to always read the Bible

Why do you read the Bible?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 22
-Bible
-Video materials
-Song lyrics
-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 24
-Frequency tables
-Charts

-Oral questions -Group discussions -Promise recording

The Holy Bible

The Holy Bible as a guide - Bible study habits

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

-Read Psalms 119:105
-Establish daily Bible reading routine
-Show appreciation for God's Word

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Read and recite Psalms 119:105
-Create Bible reading schedule
-Discuss importance of daily Bible study
-Practice reading simple Bible verses
-Make commitment to read Bible daily

Why should you read the Bible daily?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 24
-Bible
-Memory verse cards
-Reading schedules

-Memory verse recitation -Schedule creation -Oral assessment

The Holy Bible

Divisions of the Bible - Old and New Testament

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

-State number of books in Old Testament
-Identify Bible divisions
-Appreciate Bible as God's Word

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Learn that Old Testament has 39 books
-Look at pictures of Biblical books
-Read about Bible divisions
-Write number of Old Testament books on flash cards
-Play games about Bible divisions

Why is it important to know the Books of the Bible?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 26
-Bible
-Flash cards
-Number charts

-Oral questions -Flash card creation -Bible division quiz

The Holy Bible

Divisions of the Bible - First books of Old Testament
Divisions of the Bible - Books in the Old Testament

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

-Identify first two books in Old Testament
-Write names of Genesis and Exodus
-Appreciate Old Testament books

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Learn that Genesis is first book
-Learn that Exodus is second book
-Write first two books on flash cards
-Look at pictures showing Genesis and Exodus
-Compose songs about first two books

Which are the first two books of the Old Testament?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 27
-Bible
-Flash cards
-Song materials
-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 26
-Counting materials
-Charts

-Flash card creation -Book identification -Song composition

The Holy Bible

Divisions of the Bible - Appreciating the Bible

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

-Read Genesis 1:16
-Appreciate Bible as Word of God
-Show commitment to Bible study

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Read and copy Genesis 1:16 on flash cards
-Display verse in class
-Sing song "I will enter His gates..."
-Practice Bible reading in groups
-Promise to read Bible books

Why should you read the Bible?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 28
-Bible
-Flash cards
-Display board

-Verse writing -Group reading -Bible appreciation

The Holy Bible

Bible Story: The Call of Samuel - Samuel's response to God

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

-Retell Call of Samuel
-Explain how Samuel responded
-Show desire to obey God

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Picture read 1 Samuel 3:3-10
-Listen to story of Samuel
-Discuss how many times God called Samuel
-Observe pictures of Samuel responding
-Share how they respond when called

How did Samuel respond to the call of God?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 29
-Bible
-Story pictures
-Role play materials

-Story retelling -Picture observation -Oral questions

The Holy Bible

Bible Story: The Call of Samuel - Lessons from Samuel
Bible Story: The Call of Samuel - Obeying God's call

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

-Mention lessons from Samuel's story
-Practice obedience to God
-Apply lessons in daily life

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Watch video about Call of Samuel
-Sing song "Samueli"
-Role play Call of Samuel
-List lessons learned from story
-Practice saying "Speak, your servant is listening"

What lessons do you learn from Samuel's story?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 30
-Bible
-Video materials
-Song lyrics
-Memory verse cards
-Pocket boards

-Role play assessment -Lesson listing -Memory verse

The Holy Bible

Bible Story: Daniel in the den of lions - Daniel's prayer life

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

-Retell Daniel's prayer habits
-State number of times Daniel prayed
-Show commitment to prayer

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Picture read Daniel 6:10-12
-Learn Daniel prayed three times daily
-Discuss importance of regular prayer
-Share own prayer experiences
-Role play Daniel praying

How many times did Daniel pray in a day?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 31
-Bible
-Prayer charts
-Role play materials

-Story retelling -Prayer counting -Role play assessment

The Holy Bible

Bible Story: Daniel in the den of lions - God rescues Daniel

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

-Explain why Daniel was thrown to lions
-Understand God's protection
-Trust in God's power

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Picture read Daniel 6:19-22
-Discuss why lions didn't eat Daniel
-Watch video about Daniel's rescue
-Learn about God's protecting angels
-Share experiences of God's protection

Why was Daniel thrown into the den of lions?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 32
-Bible
-Video materials
-Protection stories

-Oral questions -Video discussion -Story sharing

The Holy Bible

Bible Story: Daniel in the den of lions - Trusting God

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

-Practice trusting God in difficulties
-Sing songs about trust
-Apply Daniel's faith example

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Sing song "Trust and obey"
-Role play Daniel's story
-Discuss trusting God in problems
-Write prayer asking God's protection
-Share problems and trust solutions

Why should you trust God like Daniel?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 33
-Bible
-Song materials
-Prayer cards

-Song participation -Prayer writing -Problem-solving discussion

The Holy Bible

Bible Story: Daniel in the den of lions - Lessons from Daniel
Bible Story: The Widow of Zarephath - God's provision

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

-List lessons from Daniel's story
-Demonstrate faith in God
-Show courage to do right

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Watch video about Daniel
-Act out Daniel's story
-Write down story lessons
-Discuss doing right without fear
-Practice standing for truth

What lessons do you learn from Daniel's story?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 34
-Bible
-Video materials
-Acting materials
-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 35
-Drawing materials
-Video resources

-Lesson listing -Story acting -Courage demonstration

The Holy Bible

Bible Story: The Widow of Zarephath - Elijah's obedience

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

-Explain Elijah's obedience to God
-Understand prophet's role
-Practice obeying God

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Learn why Elijah went to Zarephath
-Tell story of Elijah and widow
-Act out the story
-Discuss obeying God's instructions
-Make cards about obedience lessons

Why did Elijah go to Zarephath?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 35
-Bible
-Story cards
-Acting materials

-Story explanation -Acting assessment -Obedience cards

The Holy Bible

Bible Story: The Widow of Zarephath - Lessons from the miracle

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

-Identify lessons from widow's story
-Practice generosity
-Show kindness to others

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Watch video about widow
-Tell story of kindness
-Make lesson cards
-Discuss God rewarding kindness
-Practice sharing and generosity

What lessons do you learn from the widow's story?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 37
-Bible
-Video materials
-Lesson cards

-Lesson identification -Video discussion -Generosity practice

The Holy Bible
The early life of Jesus Christ

Bible Story: The Widow of Zarephath - God rewards obedience
The birth of Jesus Christ - The joy of the shepherds

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

-Understand God's rewards for obedience
-Practice kindness and sharing
-Trust God's provision

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Discuss how God rewards obedience
-Learn widow's jar never emptied
-Create posters about God's rewards
-Practice being kind to others
-Share experiences of God's blessings

How does God reward those who obey Him?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 37
-Bible
-Poster materials
-Sharing items
-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 39
-Video materials
-Song lyrics

-Poster creation -Kindness demonstration -Experience sharing

The early life of Jesus Christ

The birth of Jesus Christ - Where Jesus was born

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

-State where Jesus was born
-Understand circumstances of Jesus' birth
-Show gratitude for Jesus' coming

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Learn that Jesus was born in Bethlehem
-Discuss where shepherds found baby Jesus
-Look at manger scene pictures
-Sing "Jesus my saviour to Bethlehem came"
-Talk about baby births in community

Where did the shepherds find baby Jesus?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 40
-Bible
-Manger scene
-Song materials

-Location identification -Community discussion -Song assessment

The early life of Jesus Christ

The birth of Jesus Christ - Good news of Jesus' birth

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

-Explain how angels announced Jesus' birth
-Understand importance of good news
-Express joy for Jesus' birth

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Learn how angels told shepherds good news
-Discuss what good news means
-Practice sharing good news
-Role play angels speaking to shepherds
-Sing joyful songs about Jesus' birth

How did the shepherds learn about Jesus' birth?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 39
-Bible
-Angel pictures
-Role play materials

-Good news explanation -Role play assessment -Joy expression

The early life of Jesus Christ

The birth of Jesus Christ - The dedication of baby Jesus

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

-Describe dedication of baby Jesus
-Understand dedication customs
-Appreciate Jesus as special child

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Picture read Luke 2:22-24
-Learn about Joseph and Mary's obedience
-Draw and color dove and pigeon
-Discuss why two birds were offered
-Role play dedication scene

How was baby Jesus dedicated?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 42
-Bible
-Drawing materials
-Role play props

-Description assessment -Drawing evaluation -Role play participation

The early life of Jesus Christ

The birth of Jesus Christ - Jesus as our Saviour
The birth of Jesus Christ - Worshipping baby Jesus

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

-Recognize Jesus as our Saviour
-Understand purpose of Jesus' birth
-Show commitment to following Jesus

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Discuss what a saviour means
-Learn Jesus came to save us from sins
-Promise to thank God for baby Jesus
-Sing songs about Jesus as Saviour
-Share what Jesus means to them

Why was Jesus born?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 40
-Bible
-Saviour explanation
-Song materials
-Worship materials
-Prayer cards

-Concept understanding -Promise making -Personal sharing

The early life of Jesus Christ

Kindness of the Wise Men - Gifts from wise men

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

-List three gifts given to baby Jesus
-Understand symbolism of gifts
-Appreciate wise men's kindness

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Read Matthew 2:11
-Learn about gold, frankincense, and myrrh
-Draw and color the three gifts
-Discuss meaning of each gift
-Practice giving appropriate gifts

What did the wise men bring baby Jesus?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 44
-Bible
-Drawing materials
-Gift examples

-Gift identification -Drawing assessment -Discussion participation

The early life of Jesus Christ

Kindness of the Wise Men - Receiving gifts properly

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

-Demonstrate saying 'thank you'
-Show appreciation for gifts
-Practice gift-giving etiquette

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Practice saying 'thank you' for gifts
-Role play gift exchange
-Learn proper gift receiving manners
-Draw gifts for classmates
-Create thank you cards

How should you respond when receiving gifts?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 46
-Gift examples
-Role play materials
-Card making supplies

-Manners demonstration -Role play assessment -Card creation

The early life of Jesus Christ

Kindness of the Wise Men - Safety from strangers
Kindness of the Wise Men - Jesus as God's gift

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

-Demonstrate assertiveness with strangers
-Practice personal safety
-Show wisdom in accepting gifts

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Learn about being safe with strangers
-Role play refusing gifts from strangers
-List negative results of accepting stranger gifts
-Practice saying 'NO' safely
-Create safety rules poster

What should you do when a stranger offers you a gift?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 47
-Safety posters
-Role play materials
-Scenario cards
-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 49
-Bible
-Song materials
-Prayer cards

-Safety demonstration -Role play assessment -Poster creation

The early life of Jesus Christ

Jesus calms the Storm - The dangerous storm

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

-Narrate miracle of calming storm
-Understand disciples' fear
-Trust God in difficult situations

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Picture read Matthew 8:23-27
-Watch video clip about calming storm
-Look at pictures of stormy weather
-Discuss what disciples feared
-Share experiences of fear

How did Jesus calm the storm?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 50
-Bible
-Storm pictures
-Video materials

-Story narration -Fear discussion -Experience sharing

The early life of Jesus Christ

Jesus calms the Storm - Jesus shows His power

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

-Recognize Jesus' divine power
-Understand Jesus' control over nature
-Show faith in Jesus' abilities

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Learn how Jesus calmed the storm
-Discuss Jesus' power over weather
-Draw and color boat in storm
-Sing "He calmed the storm"
-Practice trusting Jesus in problems

What shows Jesus has power over everything?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 51
-Bible
-Drawing materials
-Song lyrics

-Power recognition -Drawing assessment -Trust demonstration

The early life of Jesus Christ

Jesus calms the Storm - Trusting God in problems
Miraculous catch of Fish - The fishermen's problem

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

-Practice trusting God with problems
-Share personal challenges
-Apply trust lessons to daily life

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Discuss common childhood problems
-Practice praying when worried
-Share problems with teacher safely
-Learn to tell trusted adults about troubles
-Promise to trust Jesus with problems

What should you do when you have problems?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 52
-Bible
-Problem cards
-Prayer materials
-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 53
-Video materials
-Drawing supplies

-Problem-solving demonstration -Prayer practice -Sharing assessment

The early life of Jesus Christ

Miraculous catch of Fish - Obeying Jesus' instructions

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

-Practice obedience to God
-Understand results of obedience
-Follow instructions carefully

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Learn how fishermen obeyed Jesus
-Discuss importance of following instructions
-Practice following classroom instructions
-Sing "I will make you fishers of men"
-Promise to obey God

What happened when fishermen obeyed Jesus?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 54
-Bible
-Instruction cards
-Song materials

-Obedience demonstration -Instruction following -Song participation

The early life of Jesus Christ

Miraculous catch of Fish - God rewards obedience

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

-Identify lessons from miraculous catch
-Practice trusting and obeying God
-Apply obedience in daily life

In groups, learners are guided to:

-Discuss lessons from fish miracle
-Share how God blesses obedience
-Create lesson cards about obedience
-Practice obeying parents and teachers
-Watch video about trusting God

What lessons do you learn from miraculous catch?

-Growing in Christ - Christian Religious Education (CRE) Activities Learner's Book pg. 55
-Bible
-Lesson cards
-Video materials

-Lesson identification -Obedience practice -Card creation