Creation

My Purpose - God's Purpose for My Life
My Purpose - The Parable of the Talents

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

- Identify God's purpose for his or her life as revealed in Jeremiah 29:11. (K)
- Use a digital device to find and present the meaning of purpose in class. (S)
- Appreciate that God created every person with a unique and meaningful purpose. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Sing the chorus Uliniumba Nikuabudu and discuss what it reveals about God's purpose for our lives.
- Use a digital device to find the meaning of purpose and present findings in class.
- Read Jeremiah 29:11 and write down God's plan for their lives.
- List what they would like to do when they grow up and explain why it is important to know their purpose.

Why is it important to know your purpose in life?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 1
- Good News Bible (Jeremiah 29:11)
- Digital devices
- Flash cards
- Good News Bible (Matthew 25:14-30; James 1:17)

- Oral questions - Observation schedules - Written quizzes

Creation

My Purpose - Lessons and Values from the Parable of Talents

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

- Outline lessons and values learnt from the parable of the talents in Matthew 25:14-30. (K)
- Compose a song or poem on how to nurture talents, gifts and abilities and present in class. (S)
- Participate actively in activities that nurture their God-given talents and abilities. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Retell the parable of talents and identify values demonstrated by the master and each servant.
- Watch the video clip on the parable of the talents and draw a picture story about it.
- Compose songs or poems on nurturing talents and present in class.
- Participate in community sports activities and write an essay on the importance of using talents.

How do you nurture your talents, gifts and abilities?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 3
- Good News Bible (Matthew 25:14-30; 1 Peter 4:10)
- Digital devices
- Flash cards
- Charts

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation schedules

Creation

Human Beings as Co-workers with God - Responsibilities of Human Beings

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

- Identify responsibilities given to human beings by God from Genesis 1:26 and Genesis 2:15. (K)
- Combine and present the responsibilities from both Bible verses in class. (S)
- Appreciate the importance of fulfilling God-given responsibilities as co-workers with God. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Genesis 1:26 and Genesis 2:15 and list responsibilities given to human beings by God.
- Read the sentences on responsibilities (taking care of fish, birds, animals, cultivating the land) and identify which they enjoy most.
- Combine responsibilities from both Bible verses and present in class.
- Discuss how they practise the responsibilities given by God.

Why should human beings take care of God's creation?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 5
- Good News Bible (Genesis 1:26; Genesis 2:15)
- Digital devices
- Charts

- Oral questions - Observation schedules - Written quizzes

Creation

Human Beings as Co-workers with God - Good Stewardship and Roles
Human Beings as Co-workers with God - Causes and Effects of Child Labour

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

- Describe ways of demonstrating good stewardship of God's creation at home, school and church. (K)
- Record duties shared at home from Sunday to Saturday in a table and present in class. (S)
- Develop willingness to take part in age-appropriate activities as a co-worker with God. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss how they take care of the environment at home and school.
- List activities they take part in at home, school and in church.
- Record duties shared from Sunday to Saturday in a table.
- Read 1 Peter 4:10 and discuss lessons on good stewardship and serving God through roles at home, school and church.
- Compose a poem on taking care of God's creation and recite in class.

What roles can you play at home, school and in church as a co-worker with God?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 5
- Good News Bible (1 Peter 4:10; Genesis 2:15)
- Digital devices
- Flash cards
- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 9
- Good News Bible
- Internet access
- Posters

- Oral questions - Journals - Written quizzes

Creation

The Fall of Man - Reasons for the Fall of Adam and Eve

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

- Describe the events that led to the fall of man according to Genesis 3:1-13 and identify the people involved. (K)
- Watch a video clip on the fall of human beings and identify key events from the story. (S)
- Acknowledge the consequences of disobedience and the importance of obeying God. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Watch a video clip on the fall of human beings from Genesis 3:1-13 and identify the events.
- Read Genesis 3:1-13 in turns, identify the people involved and what God had warned them not to do.
- Sing the song Adamu na Eva and discuss how the first parents disobeyed God.
- Discuss what they would do if someone tricked them to disobey.

Why is it important to obey God?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 14
- Good News Bible (Genesis 3:1-13)
- Digital devices
- Flash cards

- Oral questions - Written questions - Observation

Creation

The Fall of Man - Lessons Learnt from Adam and Eve
The Fall of Man - Benefits of Being Obedient

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

- Outline lessons learnt from the fall of man (Adam and Eve) from Genesis 3:1-13. (K)
- Role-play the fall of Adam and Eve and present lessons learnt to the class. (S)
- Desire to be truthful and obedient to God, parents and teachers in day-to-day life. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Role-play the fall of Adam and Eve and explain lessons learnt from the Bible verses.
- Discuss reasons why it is important to be truthful always.
- Group rules into home, school and church rules using a table.
- Discuss the importance of obeying school rules and what happens when rules are broken.

What lessons can we learn from the fall of Adam and Eve?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 15
- Good News Bible (Genesis 3:1-13)
- Flash cards
- Charts
- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 16
- Digital devices

- Portfolio - Written questions - Observation

Creation

Family Unity - Importance of Family Unity

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

- Describe the importance of family unity as guided by Psalms 133:1-3 and Colossians 3:13-14. (K)
- List factors that promote family unity and write down activities that promote it. (S)
- Appreciate unity in the family as a Christian value that pleases God. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Look at pictures showing family activities, describe what is happening in each picture and list activities they carry out together as a family.
- Read Psalms 133:1-3 and explain what the verses encourage them to do.
- List factors that promote family unity and share with the class.
- Write down activities they take part in to promote family unity.

Why is family unity important?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 17
- Good News Bible (Psalms 133:1-3; Colossians 3:13-14)
- Flash cards
- Pictures

- Oral questions - Written questions - Observation

Creation

Family Unity - Importance of Family Unity

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

- Describe the importance of family unity as guided by Psalms 133:1-3 and Colossians 3:13-14. (K)
- List factors that promote family unity and write down activities that promote it. (S)
- Appreciate unity in the family as a Christian value that pleases God. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Look at pictures showing family activities, describe what is happening in each picture and list activities they carry out together as a family.
- Read Psalms 133:1-3 and explain what the verses encourage them to do.
- List factors that promote family unity and share with the class.
- Write down activities they take part in to promote family unity.

Why is family unity important?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 17
- Good News Bible (Psalms 133:1-3; Colossians 3:13-14)
- Flash cards
- Pictures

- Oral questions - Written questions - Observation

Creation

Family Unity - Challenges Faced by Families and How to Overcome Them

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

- Identify challenges faced by families today and explain how they lead to family disunity. (K)
- Discuss and present in class ways of overcoming challenges faced in their families. (S)
- Develop resilience and a willingness to work through family challenges in a Christian manner. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read the challenges identified by the animals in the book and discuss how they lead to family disunity.
- Sing the song Our Family and identify the challenges described and how they are resolved.
- Discuss challenges faced at home and how to overcome them.
- In pairs, discuss ways of overcoming challenges guided by Colossians 3:13-14.

How can family unity be maintained despite challenges?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 18
- Good News Bible (Colossians 3:13-14)
- Flash cards
- Resource persons

- Portfolio - Profiles - Written questions

Creation

Family Unity - Ways of Contributing to a Happy Family

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

- Outline ways in which they can contribute to a happy family. (K)
- Role-play activities that promote family happiness and compose a song about family unity. (S)
- Take part in simple chores at home and in community service as a way of building family happiness. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss what each family member does to contribute to a happy family.
- Read what children outline in the book about house chores and discuss.
- Role-play activities that contribute to a happy family.
- Sing a song about family unity.
- With parents, start a vegetable garden project; supply produce to the elderly and needy in the community.

How can you contribute to a happy family as a young person?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 20
- Good News Bible (Colossians 3:13-14)
- Hymn books
- Resource persons
- Digital devices

- Portfolio - Written questions - Observation schedules

Creation

Family Unity - Ways of Contributing to a Happy Family

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

- Outline ways in which they can contribute to a happy family. (K)
- Role-play activities that promote family happiness and compose a song about family unity. (S)
- Take part in simple chores at home and in community service as a way of building family happiness. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss what each family member does to contribute to a happy family.
- Read what children outline in the book about house chores and discuss.
- Role-play activities that contribute to a happy family.
- Sing a song about family unity.
- With parents, start a vegetable garden project; supply produce to the elderly and needy in the community.

How can you contribute to a happy family as a young person?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 20
- Good News Bible (Colossians 3:13-14)
- Hymn books
- Resource persons
- Digital devices

- Portfolio - Written questions - Observation schedules

The Bible

The Bible as a Guide - Uses and Benefits of the Holy Bible

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

- Outline different uses of the holy Bible and benefits of reading it as guided by Joshua 1:8 and 2 Timothy 3:16. (K)
- Prepare flash cards with messages about guidance from the holy Bible and display them at the CRE corner. (S)
- Read the Bible always to grow spiritually and relate well with others. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Look at pictures of people using the Bible and discuss how the Bible guides them in daily life.
- Read Joshua 1:8, 2 Timothy 3:16 and Deuteronomy 6:4-8 and discuss what they learn from each verse.
- Sing the song Biblia Takatifu and identify why it is important to use the holy Bible as a daily guide.
- Prepare flash cards with important messages about guidance from the holy Bible and display at the CRE corner.

Why should the Bible guide us in our daily life?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 22
- Good News Bible (Joshua 1:8; 2 Timothy 3:16; Deuteronomy 6:4-8)
- Flash cards
- Digital devices

- Anecdotal notes - Oral questions - Profiles

The Bible

The Bible as a Guide - Values Acquired from the Holy Bible

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

- Identify values acquired from using the holy Bible as a daily guide such as integrity, respect, kindness and humility. (K)
- Role-play the values acquired from the holy Bible and explain how each is used in daily life. (S)
- Appreciate the holy Bible as a source of values that guide them in their relationship with God and others. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Arrange scrambled letters to form values acquired from using the holy Bible and explain their meaning using a dictionary.
- Complete the crossword puzzle and identify values acquired when using the holy Bible as a daily guide.
- Role-play the values and discuss how they are practised at home, school and church.
- Find out from parents or guardians other values acquired from the holy Bible and present in class.

What values do we acquire from using the holy Bible as a daily guide?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 24
- Good News Bible
- Flash cards
- Digital devices
- Dictionary

- Authentic tasks - Written questions - Profiles

The Bible

Bible Stories: Courage - Peter and John at the Temple

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

- Narrate the story of Peter and John at the temple from Acts 4:1-5 and 7-13 and explain why they were arrested. (K)
- Watch a video clip on Peter and John at the temple and arrange jumbled pictures in correct order of events. (S)
- Desire to stand firm in Christian faith even when faced with opposition or challenges. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Sing the song Courage and discuss what it tells them about facing difficulties.
- Read Acts 4:1-5 and 7-13 in turns and narrate how Peter and John showed courage before the High Priest.
- Watch a video clip about Peter and John at the temple and answer questions on their courage.
- Arrange jumbled pictures of the story in correct order of events.

How did Peter and John demonstrate faith in God?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 27
- Good News Bible (Acts 4:1-5; 4:7-13)
- Digital devices
- Pictures

- Observation schedules - Oral questions - Written quizzes

The Bible

Bible Stories: Courage - Peter and John at the Temple

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

- Narrate the story of Peter and John at the temple from Acts 4:1-5 and 7-13 and explain why they were arrested. (K)
- Watch a video clip on Peter and John at the temple and arrange jumbled pictures in correct order of events. (S)
- Desire to stand firm in Christian faith even when faced with opposition or challenges. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Sing the song Courage and discuss what it tells them about facing difficulties.
- Read Acts 4:1-5 and 7-13 in turns and narrate how Peter and John showed courage before the High Priest.
- Watch a video clip about Peter and John at the temple and answer questions on their courage.
- Arrange jumbled pictures of the story in correct order of events.

How did Peter and John demonstrate faith in God?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 27
- Good News Bible (Acts 4:1-5; 4:7-13)
- Digital devices
- Pictures

- Observation schedules - Oral questions - Written quizzes

The Bible

Bible Stories: Courage - Reasons to Stand Firm in Faith

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

- Explain reasons why Christians should stand firm in their faith as demonstrated by Peter and John. (K)
- Demonstrate how to stand firm in faith by role-playing a scenario of peer pressure and Christian courage. (S)
- Desire to be a role model in faith by standing firm in God's word even when pressured by others. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read the story of James who stood firm in faith when approached by a bad group and discuss lessons learnt.
- Brainstorm on occasions when they demonstrated faith in God and share with classmates.
- Explain reasons why Christians should stand firm in faith.
- Discuss how James' habit of reading the Bible and going to church strengthened his faith.

Why is it important for Christians to stand firm in their faith?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 27
- Good News Bible (Acts 4:12)
- Digital devices
- Flash cards

- Oral questions - Written quizzes - Observation

The Bible

Bible Stories: Courage - Good Qualities from Peter and John

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

- Identify good qualities and values learnt from the story of Peter and John at the temple. (K)
- Write an essay about a time they showed courage when faced with a challenging situation and read it in class. (S)
- Apply the values of courage and faith learnt from Peter and John in their daily interactions. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Reread Acts 4:1-5 and 7-13 and identify the value that helped Peter to answer the High Priest.
- List values learnt from the story of Peter and John and explain how each is practised.
- Write an essay about a time they showed courage in a challenging situation and read in class.
- Make posters with messages on courage and display them in strategic places in the community.

What values can we learn from the story of Peter and John?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 29
- Good News Bible (Acts 4:1-5; 4:7-13)
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Posters

- Checklists - Written quizzes - Oral questions

The Bible

Bible Stories: Courage - Good Qualities from Peter and John

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

- Identify good qualities and values learnt from the story of Peter and John at the temple. (K)
- Write an essay about a time they showed courage when faced with a challenging situation and read it in class. (S)
- Apply the values of courage and faith learnt from Peter and John in their daily interactions. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Reread Acts 4:1-5 and 7-13 and identify the value that helped Peter to answer the High Priest.
- List values learnt from the story of Peter and John and explain how each is practised.
- Write an essay about a time they showed courage in a challenging situation and read in class.
- Make posters with messages on courage and display them in strategic places in the community.

What values can we learn from the story of Peter and John?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 29
- Good News Bible (Acts 4:1-5; 4:7-13)
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Posters

- Checklists - Written quizzes - Oral questions

The Bible

Wisdom: King Solomon - King Solomon's Wise Judgement

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

- Narrate the story of King Solomon from 1 Kings 3:16-28 and explain how he used wisdom to solve the disagreement between the two women. (K)
- Watch a video clip on King Solomon and the two women and explain an instance where they used wisdom to solve a problem. (S)
- Make wise decisions in daily life drawing from the example of King Solomon. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read the story of Siti and Sali and discuss how their problem was solved wisely.
- Read 1 Kings 3:16-28 and narrate how King Solomon used wisdom to settle the dispute between the two women.
- Watch a video clip on King Solomon and the two women and write down lessons learnt.
- Discuss how they solve disputes in class and how wisdom helps in decision making.

How did Solomon demonstrate wisdom in his judgement?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 30
- Good News Bible (1 Kings 3:16-28)
- Digital devices
- Resource persons

- Oral questions - Portfolio - Observation schedules

The Bible

Wisdom: King Solomon - Values Learnt from King Solomon

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

- Outline values learnt from the story of King Solomon such as wisdom, responsibility, social justice and decision making. (K)
- Fill in the missing values in sentences about the story of King Solomon and explain how each value is practised. (S)
- Apply the values of wisdom and social justice in their interactions with others at home and school. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Choose correct values from the box (wisdom, listening, responsibility, decision making, settling disputes, social justice) to fill blank spaces in sentences about the story.
- Explain how King Solomon demonstrated each value in the story.
- Discuss how they can use wisdom to solve problems among their peers.
- Narrate situations where they used wisdom to solve a problem and share findings in class.

What values do we learn from the story of King Solomon?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 31
- Good News Bible (1 Kings 3:16-28)
- Flash cards
- Charts

- Written quizzes - Oral questions - Observation schedules

The Bible

Wisdom: King Solomon - The Fear of the Lord and Wise Living

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

- Explain the meaning of wisdom and the importance of fearing God as guided by Proverbs 1:7. (K)
- Visit a church elder to listen to stories on wisdom and create awareness in the community on moral lessons learnt. (S)
- Value God's wisdom and desire to apply it in making wise decisions in daily life. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Proverbs 1:7 and discuss what the verse teaches about fearing God as the beginning of wisdom.
- Explain what must be done in order to have knowledge according to the verse.
- With parents or guardians, visit a church elder and listen to stories on wisdom.
- Create awareness in the community on moral lessons from the stories and present a recorded report in class.

Why is the fear of the Lord the beginning of wisdom?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 31
- Good News Bible (Proverbs 1:7; Proverbs 9:10)
- Resource persons
- Digital devices

- Oral questions - Portfolio - Observation schedules

The Bible

Respect for the Elderly - The Story of Noah and His Sons

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

- Narrate the story of Noah and his sons from Genesis 9:18-23 and identify who showed respect to their father. (K)
- Draw and colour a picture of Noah and his sons showing how respect was demonstrated. (S)
- Respect the elderly at home, school, church and in the community as guided by the story of Noah. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Genesis 9:18-23 and narrate the story of Noah and his sons.
- Identify which of Noah's sons showed respect to their father and explain how respect was demonstrated.
- Write the names of Noah's sons and their actions using a digital device.
- Draw and colour a picture of Noah and his sons.

Why is the story of Noah still relevant in today's society?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 32
- Good News Bible (Genesis 9:18-23)
- Digital devices
- Crayons
- Drawing materials

- Word search/puzzle - Oral questions - Checklists

The Bible

Respect for the Elderly - The Story of Noah and His Sons

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

- Narrate the story of Noah and his sons from Genesis 9:18-23 and identify who showed respect to their father. (K)
- Draw and colour a picture of Noah and his sons showing how respect was demonstrated. (S)
- Respect the elderly at home, school, church and in the community as guided by the story of Noah. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Genesis 9:18-23 and narrate the story of Noah and his sons.
- Identify which of Noah's sons showed respect to their father and explain how respect was demonstrated.
- Write the names of Noah's sons and their actions using a digital device.
- Draw and colour a picture of Noah and his sons.

Why is the story of Noah still relevant in today's society?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 32
- Good News Bible (Genesis 9:18-23)
- Digital devices
- Crayons
- Drawing materials

- Word search/puzzle - Oral questions - Checklists

The Bible

Respect for the Elderly - Ways of Showing Respect to the Elderly

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

- Explain at least five ways of showing respect to the elderly at home, church and in the community. (K)
- Role-play different ways of showing respect to the elderly in public places. (S)
- Develop a habit of treating elderly people with kindness, love and respect at all times. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Look at pictures of children showing respect to the elderly and explain what they are doing.
- Read the story of Rose on the bus and explain how she showed respect to the elderly man.
- Write down other ways of showing respect to the elderly at home, church and community.
- Role-play different ways of showing respect to the elderly in public places.
- With parents or guardians, visit an elderly person in the community and help them with household chores.

How do we show respect to the elderly in our community?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 33
- Good News Bible (Genesis 9:18-23)
- Resource persons
- Pictures

- Oral questions - Checklists - Written quizzes

The Bible

God Loves Humility - The Story of a Hand Writes on the Wall

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

- Narrate the story of a hand writes on the wall from Daniel 5:1-13 and 25-28 and explain what the writing meant. (K)
- Watch a video clip on the story and outline the qualities and values portrayed by Daniel in interpreting the writing. (S)
- Acknowledge that pride leads to punishment and that God rewards those who are humble. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Brainstorm on the meaning of humility and discuss items considered holy in their churches.
- Read Daniel 5:1-13 and 25-28 in turns and narrate the story.
- Write down the holy vessels mentioned in the story and the words written on the wall.
- Watch a video clip on the story and identify occasions when King Belshazzar demonstrated pride.

Why did the hand appear on the wall?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 35
- Good News Bible (Daniel 5:1-13; 5:25-28)
- Digital devices
- Flash cards

- Portfolio - Written questions - Assessment rubric

The Bible

God Loves Humility - The Story of a Hand Writes on the Wall

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

- Narrate the story of a hand writes on the wall from Daniel 5:1-13 and 25-28 and explain what the writing meant. (K)
- Watch a video clip on the story and outline the qualities and values portrayed by Daniel in interpreting the writing. (S)
- Acknowledge that pride leads to punishment and that God rewards those who are humble. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Brainstorm on the meaning of humility and discuss items considered holy in their churches.
- Read Daniel 5:1-13 and 25-28 in turns and narrate the story.
- Write down the holy vessels mentioned in the story and the words written on the wall.
- Watch a video clip on the story and identify occasions when King Belshazzar demonstrated pride.

Why did the hand appear on the wall?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 35
- Good News Bible (Daniel 5:1-13; 5:25-28)
- Digital devices
- Flash cards

- Portfolio - Written questions - Assessment rubric

The Bible

God Loves Humility - Values and Skills Demonstrated by Daniel

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

- Identify values and skills demonstrated by Daniel when he read and interpreted the writing on the wall. (K)
- Complete the crossword puzzle to mark values Daniel showed and explain how each is applied at home, school and community. (S)
- Practise truthfulness in relationships with others as modelled by Daniel in the story. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Complete the crossword puzzle identifying values Daniel showed: wisdom, courage, humility, faith, obedience, boldness, truthfulness and knowledge.
- Name values and skills Daniel showed when he read and gave the meaning of the writing on the wall.
- Write in notebooks how each value is applied at home, school and in the community.
- Make flash cards with skills and values shown by Daniel, put them in a basket and pick and read in turns.

What values did Daniel demonstrate when he interpreted the writing on the wall?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 36
- Good News Bible (Daniel 5:1-13; 5:25-28)
- Flash cards
- Digital devices

- Profiles - Written questions - Observation

The Bible

God Loves Humility - Benefits of Humility to Christians

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

- List the benefits of humility to Christians as guided by the story of a hand writes on the wall. (K)
- Write an essay on how they demonstrated humility at home and share in class. (S)
- Value humility as a Christian virtue that promotes a good relationship with God and others. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Retell the story of a hand writes on the wall and discuss consequences of not practising humility.
- State instances where they demonstrated humility in their daily lives.
- Write down benefits of humility with examples from the story.
- List ways of showing excellence in work at home, school and in church.
- Visit Sunday or Sabbath School teacher to find out about holy vessels; help in cleaning and taking care of them.

What are the benefits of humility as taught in the Bible?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 36
- Good News Bible (Daniel 5:1-13; 5:25-28)
- Resource persons
- Flash cards

- Portfolio - Written questions - Oral questions

The Bible

God Loves Humility - Benefits of Humility to Christians

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

- List the benefits of humility to Christians as guided by the story of a hand writes on the wall. (K)
- Write an essay on how they demonstrated humility at home and share in class. (S)
- Value humility as a Christian virtue that promotes a good relationship with God and others. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Retell the story of a hand writes on the wall and discuss consequences of not practising humility.
- State instances where they demonstrated humility in their daily lives.
- Write down benefits of humility with examples from the story.
- List ways of showing excellence in work at home, school and in church.
- Visit Sunday or Sabbath School teacher to find out about holy vessels; help in cleaning and taking care of them.

What are the benefits of humility as taught in the Bible?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 36
- Good News Bible (Daniel 5:1-13; 5:25-28)
- Resource persons
- Flash cards

- Portfolio - Written questions - Oral questions

The Bible

Worship of the True God - The Contest at Mount Carmel

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

- Narrate the story of the contest at Mount Carmel from 1 Kings 18:26-39 and explain how God answered Prophet Elijah's prayer. (K)
- Watch a video clip of Elijah and the prophets of Baal and narrate the contest. (S)
- Commit to worshipping the true God alone and avoiding idol worship. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Search for the meaning of contest and discuss an occasion when they had a contest.
- Read 1 Kings 18:26-39 and narrate the story; explain how God answered Prophet Elijah's prayer.
- Watch a video clip of Elijah and the prophets of Baal and narrate the contest at Mount Carmel.
- Discuss why Elijah challenged the prophets of Baal and what was demonstrated about the true God.

How was God's power demonstrated in the contest at Mount Carmel?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 37
- Good News Bible (1 Kings 18:26-39)
- Digital devices
- Charts

- Oral questions - Portfolio - Observation schedules

The Bible

Worship of the True God - Differences Between the True God and False Gods

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

- Distinguish between the true God and false gods using examples from the contest at Mount Carmel. (K)
- Write a chart showing differences between the true God and false gods and display at the CRE corner. (S)
- Emulate Prophet Elijah by committing to worship the true God alone in daily life. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Look at pictures of people worshipping different gods and discuss who is praying to the true God and why.
- Discuss which material things some people worship and why it is wrong.
- Write differences between the true God and false gods on a chart and display at the CRE corner.
- Read the story of Agoi and the police officer and identify what actions Prophet Elijah would condemn in today's society.

Why should we worship the true God alone?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 38
- Good News Bible (1 Kings 18:26-39)
- Charts
- Flash cards

- Oral questions - Portfolio - Written quizzes

The Bible

Worship of the True God - Differences Between the True God and False Gods

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

- Distinguish between the true God and false gods using examples from the contest at Mount Carmel. (K)
- Write a chart showing differences between the true God and false gods and display at the CRE corner. (S)
- Emulate Prophet Elijah by committing to worship the true God alone in daily life. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Look at pictures of people worshipping different gods and discuss who is praying to the true God and why.
- Discuss which material things some people worship and why it is wrong.
- Write differences between the true God and false gods on a chart and display at the CRE corner.
- Read the story of Agoi and the police officer and identify what actions Prophet Elijah would condemn in today's society.

Why should we worship the true God alone?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 38
- Good News Bible (1 Kings 18:26-39)
- Charts
- Flash cards

- Oral questions - Portfolio - Written quizzes

The Bible

Worship of the True God - Values Learnt from the Contest at Mount Carmel

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

- Outline values learnt from the contest at Mount Carmel such as faith, courage and worship of the true God. (K)
- Attend a community seminar on the negative effects of joining ungodly groups and write a report. (S)
- Pray to God for guidance to overcome and avoid ungodly groups, idol worship and false religions. (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Identify values learnt from the contest at Mount Carmel and explain how they are practised.
- List false religions, cults, idol worship and radicalised groups in today's society.
- Discuss how to avoid joining such ungodly groups.
- With parents or guardians, attend a seminar on negative effects of joining ungodly groups; write a report and present in class.

How can we avoid false worship and ungodly groups in today's society?

- Longhorn CRE Learner's Book Grade 5 pg. 39
- Good News Bible (1 Kings 18:26-39)
- Digital devices
- Resource persons

- Written quizzes - Question and Answer - Observation