Creation

Self-Awareness - Physical appearance

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

-State what they like about themselves
-Draw pictures of their physical features
-Show appreciation for their physical appearance

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss what they like about themselves
-Draw pictures of what they like about their physical appearance
-Read and recite Psalms 139:13
-Display their drawings in class

Why are you a special creation?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 1
-Bible (Psalms 139:13)
-Drawing materials
-Charts

- Observation -Oral questions -Drawing assessment

Creation

Self-Awareness - God's image
Self-Awareness - Differences and uniqueness
Self-Awareness - Chores at home

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

-Identify that God created us in His image
-Explain similarities between males and females
-Appreciate being created by God

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Genesis 1:27
-Look at each other and identify similarities
-Discuss being created in God's image
-Learn that boys and girls are similar in many ways

Why are you a special creation?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 1
-Bible (Genesis 1:27)
-Charts
-Class space for activities
-Games materials
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 7
-Pictures of household chores
-Props for role play

- Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Creation

My Family - Extended family members
My Family - Family unity activities
My Family - Sharing at home

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

-Name members of extended family
-Distinguish between nuclear and extended family
-Show appreciation for family members

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Identify extended family members in pictures
-Learn about nuclear vs extended family
-Draw and color family members
-Read Acts 10:2

Why is family unity important?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 8
-Bible (Acts 10:2)
-Drawing materials
-Pictures of families
-Word search puzzle
-Pictures of family activities
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 10
-Pictures of various items
-Charts for listing

- Observation -Oral questions -Drawing assessment

Creation

My Family - Showing love to extended family
Creation of sky, sun, moon and stars - What God created

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

-Describe ways to show love to extended family
-Practice kind actions toward family members
-Demonstrate appreciation for family relationships

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Observe pictures of children with extended family
-Discuss ways to show love
-Practice acts of kindness
-Complete self-assessment activities

Why is family unity important?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 12
-Pictures of family interactions
-Self-assessment materials
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 15
-Bible (Genesis 1:14-19)
-Pictures of sky, sun, moon, stars

- Observation -Oral questions -Self-assessment

Creation

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

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

-Draw and color the sun and moon
-Describe when we see the sun and moon
-Appreciate God's creation

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Draw and color the sun
-Draw and color the moon
-Discuss when we see each
-Display drawings in class

Why is God's creation peculiar?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 16
-Drawing materials
-Colors/crayons
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 17

- Observation -Drawing assessment -Oral questions

Creation

Creation of sky, sun, moon and stars - Respecting God

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

-Write Genesis 1:16 on flashcards
-Recite verses about creation
-Show reverence to God as creator

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Write Genesis 1:16 on flashcards
-Display flashcards in class
-Sing creation songs
-Cut and paste pictures of sun, moon, stars

Why is God's creation peculiar?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 18
-Flashcards
-Bible (Genesis 1:16)
-Magazines/newspapers
-Scissors and paste

- Observation -Flashcard creation -Art activities

The Holy Bible

The Holy Bible as a guide - Importance of reading the Bible
The Holy Bible as a guide - Reading Bible as a family

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

-List the importance of reading the Bible
-Explain how the Bible guides us
-Show appreciation for the Bible as God's word

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Observe pictures of children reading the Bible
-Discuss why we read the Bible
-List importance of reading the Bible
-Learn that Bible guides us in life

Why do you read the Bible?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 20
-Bible
-Pictures of children reading
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 21
-Recording charts
-Weekly tracker

- Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

The Holy Bible

The Holy Bible as a guide - Bible as our guide

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

-Recite Psalms 119:105
-Explain how Bible guides their life
-Appreciate Bible as their guide

- Sing "My Bible and I" song
-Read what learners say about Bible guidance
-Read and recite Psalms 119:105
-Watch video of children reading Bible

How regularly do you read the Bible?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 23
-Bible (Psalms 119:105)
-Video clips
-Song materials

- Observation -Recitation -Self-assessment

The Holy Bible

Divisions of the Bible - Old and New Testament
Divisions of the Bible - First two books of Old Testament

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

-State the two divisions of the Bible
-Count books in Old Testament
-Appreciate Bible as word of God

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Observe pictures showing Bible divisions
-Open Bible to page iii
-Count Old Testament books (39)
-Learn about two divisions

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

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 24
-Bible
-Pictures of Bible divisions
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 26
-Flashcards
-Bible train picture
-Markers

- Observation -Oral questions -Written tests

The Holy Bible

Divisions of the Bible - Composing songs on Old Testament books

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

-Compose songs about first two books
-Perform songs in different languages
-Show appreciation for Bible books

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Compose song in Kiswahili
-Compose song in mother tongue
-Perform for classmates
-Complete word puzzles

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

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 27
-Song materials
-Word puzzles
-Chart paper

- Performance -Song composition -Oral participation

The Holy Bible

Divisions of the Bible - Reading Bible always
The Call of Samuel - Samuel the boy

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

-State when to read the Bible
-Record Bible reading habits
-Show commitment to regular Bible reading

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Observe picture of boy reading Bible
-Sing about when to read Bible
-Watch video on Bible reading
-Fill in self-assessment

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

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 28
-Bible
-Video clips
-Self-assessment forms
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 29
-Bible (1 Samuel 3:3-10)
-Pictures of Samuel and Eli

- Observation -Self-assessment -Oral questions

The Holy Bible

The Call of Samuel - God calls Samuel

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

-Retell how God called Samuel
-Explain Eli's advice to Samuel
-Practice responding to God's call

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read 1 Samuel 3:3-10
-Learn God called four times
-Understand Eli's guidance
-Practice response "Speak Lord"

How did Samuel respond to the call of God?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 30
-Bible (1 Samuel 3:3-10)
-Pictures of calling scene

- Observation -Story retelling -Oral questions

The Holy Bible

The Call of Samuel - Lessons from Samuel's call

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

-List lessons from Samuel's call
-Practice obedience like Samuel
-Show respect for authority

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Watch video on Samuel's call
-Role play the call
-Arrange story cards correctly
-Sing about answering God's call

How did Samuel respond to the call of God?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 31
-Video clips
-Role play materials
-Story sequence cards

- Observation -Role play -Self-assessment

The Holy Bible

Daniel in the Den of Lions - Daniel prays to God
Daniel in the Den of Lions - Daniel in the den

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

-Explain why Daniel was thrown in lions' den
-Identify whom we should worship
-Show commitment to prayer

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Daniel 6:10-12
-Observe picture of Daniel praying
-Discuss worship of God only
-Learn about standing for faith

Why was Daniel thrown in the den of lions?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 34
-Bible (Daniel 6:10-12)
-Pictures of Daniel praying
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 35
-Bible (Daniel 6:19-21)
-Pictures of Daniel in den

- Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

The Holy Bible

Daniel in the Den of Lions - God protects Daniel

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

-Explain how God protected Daniel
-Identify role of angels
-Develop trust in God's protection

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Daniel 6:22
-Watch video on story
-Role play the story
-Write prayers for protection

Why was Daniel thrown in the den of lions?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 36
-Bible (Daniel 6:22)
-Video clips
-Prayer materials

- Observation -Prayer writing -Role play

The Holy Bible

Daniel in the Den of Lions - Lessons from Daniel
The Widow of Zarephath - Elijah goes to Zarephath

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

-List lessons from Daniel's story
-Practice saying 'No' to wrong things
-Show trust in God

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss lessons learned
-Read story about Ben
-Share experiences of saying 'No'
-Sing "Trust and Obey"

Why was Daniel thrown in the den of lions?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 38
-Story materials
-Song materials
-Discussion sheets
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 40
-Bible (1 Kings 17:7-10)
-Pictures of Elijah and widow

- Observation -Oral sharing -Self-assessment

The Holy Bible

The Widow of Zarephath - The widow feeds Elijah

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

-Describe what the widow had
-Explain how she helped Elijah
-Show willingness to share

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read 1 Kings 17:11-14
-Learn about flour and oil
-Observe pictures of preparation
-Understand faith in action

How did the widow get enough flour and oil?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 41
-Bible (1 Kings 17:11-14)
-Pictures of flour and oil

- Observation -Oral questions -Story retelling

The Holy Bible

The Widow of Zarephath - The miracle of provision

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

-Describe the miracle of food
-Recognize God's provision
-Trust in God for needs

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read 1 Kings 17:13-16
-Watch video of story
-Learn about endless provision
-Recite 1 Kings 17:14

How did the widow get enough flour and oil?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 42
-Bible (1 Kings 17:13-16)
-Video clips
-Memory verse cards

- Observation -Recitation -Written activities

The Holy Bible

The Widow of Zarephath - God provides for His children

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

-List ways God provides
-Draw and color bread
-Appreciate God's provision

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Draw and color bread
-Observe family with food
-Sing thanksgiving songs
-Complete word puzzles

How did the widow get enough flour and oil?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 44
-Drawing materials
-Song materials
-Word puzzles

- Drawing assessment -Singing participation -Self-assessment

The Holy Bible

The Widow of Zarephath - God provides for His children

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

-List ways God provides
-Draw and color bread
-Appreciate God's provision

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Draw and color bread
-Observe family with food
-Sing thanksgiving songs
-Complete word puzzles

How did the widow get enough flour and oil?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 44
-Drawing materials
-Song materials
-Word puzzles

- Drawing assessment -Singing participation -Self-assessment

The Holy Bible

The Widow of Zarephath - God provides for His children

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

-List ways God provides
-Draw and color bread
-Appreciate God's provision

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Draw and color bread
-Observe family with food
-Sing thanksgiving songs
-Complete word puzzles

How did the widow get enough flour and oil?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 44
-Drawing materials
-Song materials
-Word puzzles

- Drawing assessment -Singing participation -Self-assessment

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

The Birth of Jesus Christ - Joy of the shepherds

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

-Describe how shepherds showed joy
-Explain what shepherds do
-Appreciate the birth of Jesus

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Luke 2:15-20
-Learn about shepherds' work
-Observe pictures of shepherds with Jesus
-Discuss expressions of joy

Why is the birth of Jesus Christ important to all human kind?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 46
-Bible (Luke 2:15-20)
-Pictures of shepherds

- Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

The Birth of Jesus Christ - Shepherds visit baby Jesus
The Birth of Jesus Christ - Dedication of baby Jesus

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

-Retell shepherds visiting Jesus
-Identify actions of angels
-Show reverence for Jesus' birth

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Watch video about shepherds
-Learn about angel's message
-Sing songs about Jesus' birth
-Role play shepherds' visit

Why is the birth of Jesus Christ important to all human kind?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 47
-Video clips
-Song materials
-Props for role play
-Bible (Luke 2:22-24)
-Pictures of temple scene
-Images of doves and pigeons

- Observation -Role play assessment -Oral questions

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

The Birth of Jesus Christ - The sacrifice offered

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

-Identify animals offered as sacrifice
-Explain purpose of dedication
-Show appreciation for parents' devotion

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Identify doves and pigeons
-Role play dedication ceremony
-Sing thanksgiving songs
-Draw birds mentioned

Why is the birth of Jesus Christ important to all human kind?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 48
-Pictures of birds
-Role play materials
-Drawing materials

- Drawing assessment -Role play -Oral questions

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

The Birth of Jesus Christ - Thanking God for Jesus
The Birth of Jesus Christ - Celebrating Jesus' birth

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

-Express gratitude for Jesus
-Practice thanksgiving prayers
-Show appreciation for God's gift

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Practice saying "Thank you" to God
-Sing thanksgiving songs
-Role play thanksgiving scenarios
-Complete self-assessment

Why is the birth of Jesus Christ important to all human kind?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 49
-Song materials
-Prayer guides
-Self-assessment forms
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 46
-Christmas materials
-Nativity props
-Song books

- Participation -Prayer expression -Self-assessment

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

Kindness of the Wise Men - Gifts for baby Jesus

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

-List three gifts given to Jesus
-Identify the wise men
-Appreciate act of giving

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Matthew 2:11
-Name gifts: gold, frankincense, myrrh
-Draw and color gifts
-Observe wise men pictures

How did the wise men show kindness?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 50
-Bible (Matthew 2:11)
-Drawing materials
-Pictures of wise men

- Drawing assessment -Oral questions -Written assignments

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

Kindness of the Wise Men - Saying thank you
Kindness of the Wise Men - Refusing gifts from strangers
Kindness of the Wise Men - Jesus as God's gift

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

-Practice gratitude expressions
-Role play receiving gifts
-Show appreciation for gifts

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Role play gift exchange
-Practice saying "Thank you"
-Use flashcards for gift names
-Exchange classroom gifts

How did the wise men show kindness?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 51
-Flashcards
-Gift props
-Role play materials
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 52
-Safety pictures
-Role play props
-Safety guidelines
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 53
-Song materials
-Self-assessment forms
-Discussion guides

- Role play assessment -Oral participation -Observation