The Early Life of Jesus Christ

Easter - Good Friday

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

-Identify Jesus on the cross
-Explain what happened on Good Friday
-Appreciate God's love

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Observe cross pictures
-Read 1 Corinthians 15:3-4
-Write Bible verse on flashcards
-Discuss crucifixion significance

Why is Jesus' death and resurrection important to Christians today?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 68
-Bible (1 Corinthians 15:3-4)
-Cross images
-Flashcards

- Observation -Flashcard creation -Oral questions

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

Easter - Easter Sunday

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

-Describe resurrection events
-Draw empty cross
-Appreciate resurrection significance

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Mark 16:5-6
-Learn about empty tomb
-Observe women at tomb
-Draw empty cross

Why is Jesus' death and resurrection important to Christians today?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 69
-Bible (Mark 16:5-6)
-Tomb pictures
-Drawing materials

- Drawing assessment -Observation -Story retelling

The Early Life of Jesus Christ
Christian Values

Easter - Easter celebrations
Sharing - Items shared at school

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

-List Easter activities in church
-Practice Easter worship
-Show reverence for resurrection

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Observe church activity pictures
-Learn Easter traditions
-Role play church activities
-Sing Easter songs

Why is Jesus' death and resurrection important to Christians today?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 70
-Church pictures
-Song materials
-Role play props
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 73
-Pictures of school items
-Lists for recording
-Charts

- Observation -Role play -Singing participation

Christian Values

Sharing - Practicing kindness through sharing

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

-Demonstrate kindness by sharing
-Role play sharing scenarios
-Appreciate importance of sharing

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Draw and color items shared at school
-Observe kindness in pictures
-Role play sharing items in class
-Practice saying "thank you"
-Read Hebrews 13:16 and write on flashcards

Why is it important to share with others?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 75
-Bible (Hebrews 13:16)
-Drawing materials
-Flashcards
-Role play props

- Role play assessment -Observation -Flashcard creation

Christian Values

Obedience - Obeying teachers and children's government

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

-List ways they obey teachers
-Describe ways to obey children's government
-Appreciate importance of obedience

- Observe picture of learners obeying teacher
-Read Hebrews 13:17 and write on flashcards
-Share ways to obey teachers
-List ways to obey children's government

Why should you obey teachers and leaders at school?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 78
-Bible (Hebrews 13:17)
-Flashcards
-Charts for listing

- Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Christian Values

Obedience - Reasons for obeying

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

-Explain reasons for obeying teachers
-State benefits of obedience
-Practice obedience in daily life

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss why obedience is important
-Observe picture of boy receiving trophy
-Learn reasons for obeying (peace, rewards)
-Sing obedience song
-Copy and color the word "Obedience"

Why should you obey teachers and leaders at school?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 79
-Pictures of rewards
-Song materials
-Coloring materials
-Charts

- Observation -Oral questions -Coloring activity

Christian Values

Obedience - Results of disobedience

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

-Identify consequences of disobedience
-Compose poems about obedience
-Appreciate value of obedience

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Observe picture of teacher correcting student
-Discuss results of disobedience
-Work in pairs to compose obedience poem
-Recite poems in class
-Complete self-assessment

Why should you obey teachers and leaders at school?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 80
-Pictures of consequences
-Poetry materials
-Self-assessment forms

- Poem composition -Oral presentation -Self-assessment

Christian Values

Honesty - Telling the truth
Honesty - Completing homework on time

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

-Explain reasons for telling the truth
-Practice honesty in interactions
-Show commitment to truthfulness

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Observe picture of boy confessing
-Work in pairs on importance of truth
-Read Proverbs 12:17,19
-Discuss why to tell the truth

Why should you tell the truth always?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 82
-Bible (Proverbs 12:17,19)
-Discussion materials
-Pair work guides
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 84
-Bible (Proverbs 12:19)
-Homework examples
-Study materials

- Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

Christian Values

Honesty - Lost and found items

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

-Practice taking lost items to teacher
-Understand property rights
-Show integrity in handling others' property

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read conversation about lost book
-Role play finding and returning items
-Discuss why not to take others' items
-Practice honesty scenarios

Why should you tell the truth always?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 85
-Lost and found scenarios
-Role play materials
-Discussion guides

- Role play assessment -Observation -Oral discussion

Christian Values

Honesty - Not copying others' work

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

-Understand why copying is wrong
-Practice doing own work
-Show academic integrity

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Observe picture of girl copying work
-Learn about dishonesty in copying
-Discuss consequences of copying
-Sing honesty song
-Complete self-assessment

Why is it wrong to copy other pupils' work?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 86
-Song materials
-Academic scenarios
-Self-assessment forms

- Observation -Singing participation -Self-assessment

Christian Values

Thankfulness - Thanking parents and teachers

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

-Explain importance of thanking others
-Practice expressing gratitude
-Appreciate care from parents/teachers

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Observe picture of boy thanking mother
-Learn why to thank parents/guardians
-Observe boy thanking teacher
-Write and recite 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Why should you be thankful?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 87
-Bible (1 Thessalonians 5:18)
-Pictures of gratitude
-Flashcards

- Observation -Recitation -Oral questions

Christian Values

Thankfulness - Role playing gratitude

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

-Role play thanking scenarios
-Practice saying "thank you"
-Exchange gifts politely

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Role play thanking people
-Practice saying thank you for gifts
-Make flashcards with gift names
-Exchange gifts in pairs

Why should you be thankful?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 88
-Flashcards
-Gift materials
-Role play props

- Role play assessment -Oral practice -Flashcard creation

Christian Values

Thankfulness - Thanking God always
Forgiveness - The prodigal son

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

-Compose poems of gratitude
-Sing thanksgiving songs
-Practice thanking God regularly

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Compose poem thanking parents
-Recite gratitude poems
-Sing "Nasema asante" song
-Discuss ways to thank God
-Complete self-assessment

Why should you be thankful?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 89
-Poetry materials
-Song materials
-Self-assessment forms
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 91
-Bible (Luke 15:11-22)
-Video clips
-Role play materials

- Poem composition -Singing participation -Self-assessment

Christian Values

Forgiveness - Lessons from forgiveness

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

-Practice forgiving others
-Record forgiveness instances
-Apply forgiveness in daily life

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read picture story of prodigal son
-Write Matthew 18:21-22 on flashcards
-Record weekly forgiveness instances
-Discuss avoiding hurting others

What should you do when someone wrongs you?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 94
-Bible (Matthew 18:21-22)
-Recording charts
-Flashcards

- Flashcard creation -Record keeping -Oral discussion

Christian Values

Forgiveness - Living in harmony

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

-Practice peacefully resolving conflicts
-Sing forgiveness songs
-Show commitment to harmony

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Observe picture of children forgiving
-Sing forgiveness song in Kiswahili
-Role play forgiveness scenarios
-Complete self-assessment

Why should you forgive others?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 96
-Song materials
-Role play scenarios
-Self-assessment forms

- Singing participation -Role play assessment -Self-assessment

Christian Values

Forgiveness - Practical forgiveness

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

-List ways to avoid hurting others
-Practice conflict prevention
-Show empathy and understanding

- Read what learners say about hurting
-Discuss conflict avoidance
-Practice kind communication
-Share forgiveness experiences

What should you do when someone wrongs you?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 96
-Discussion materials
-Conflict scenarios
-Experience sharing

- Oral sharing -Observation -Written reflections

Christian Values

Responsibility - School items

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

-List items carried to school
-Count and organize school items
-Show responsibility for belongings

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Look at pictures of school items
-Display and count personal items
-Read Colossians 3:23
-Draw and color school items

How do you take care of your school items?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 97
-Bible (Colossians 3:23)
-School items pictures
-Drawing materials

- Observation -Counting activity -Drawing assessment

Christian Values

Responsibility - Uses of school items
Responsibility - Taking care of school items

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

-Identify uses of school items
-Match items with their functions
-Appreciate purpose of each item

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Match items with uses (eraser-rubbing, etc.)
-Complete matching activity
-Discuss importance of each item
-Practice proper item usage

How do you take care of your school items?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 99
-Matching materials
-Item usage charts
-Practice materials
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 100
-School bags and pouches
-Care demonstration materials
-Practice items

- Matching assessment -Oral questions -Practical demonstration

Christian Values

Work - Helping at home

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

-List chores done at home
-Describe how they help parents
-Show willingness to work

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Observe pictures of children helping
-List three chores done at home
-Share ways of helping parents
-Read flashcards on home chores

Why is it important to work?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 102
-Pictures of household chores
-Flashcards
-Lists for recording

- Observation -Oral sharing -Written lists

Christian Values

Work - Working at school

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

-Identify chores at school
-Practice school maintenance tasks
-Show responsibility in class

- Observe pictures of learners working
-List chores done at school
-Practice collecting litter
-Sweep and arrange classroom

Why is it important to work?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 103
-Cleaning materials
-Classroom tasks
-Work charts

- Observation -Practical work -Oral questions

Christian Values

Work - Working in church

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

-List church activities
-Participate in church maintenance
-Show responsibility in worship

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Observe picture of church activity
-List church activities participated in
-Collect litter around church area
-Practice church responsibilities

Why is it important to work?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 104
-Church pictures
-Cleaning materials
-Activity lists

- Observation -Practical work -Oral sharing

Christian Values

Work - Simple chores and songs

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

-Compose work poems
-Sing while working
-Appreciate value of work

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Write poem on "hard work"
-Recite poems in class
-Sing while doing chores
-Complete self-assessment

Why is it important to work?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 105
-Poetry materials
-Song materials
-Self-assessment forms

- Poem composition -Singing participation -Self-assessment

The Church

Prayer - The Lord's Prayer
Prayer - Importance of prayer

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

-Recite first four lines of Lord's Prayer
-Understand prayer as talking to God
-Practice prayer regularly

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read what children say about prayer
-Read Matthew 6:9-10
-Recite first four lines
-Sing Lord's Prayer song in Kiswahili

Why should you pray always?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 106
-Bible (Matthew 6:9-10)
-Song materials
-Prayer guides
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 107
-Recording sheets
-Weekly prayer charts
-Group discussion materials

- Recitation assessment -Observation -Singing participation

The Church

Prayer - Understanding prayer

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

-Explain what prayer is
-Recognize that God listens to prayers
-Understand benefits of prayer

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Learn that prayer is talking to God
-Understand God listens and answers
-Learn prayer gives hope and courage
-Discuss overcoming problems through prayer

Why should you pray always?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 108
-Discussion materials
-Prayer examples
-Teaching aids

- Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

The Church

Prayer - A friend at midnight

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

-Retell story of friend at midnight
-Understand persistence in prayer
-Practice continuous prayer

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Luke 11:5-10
-Learn about borrowing food story
-Understand message about persistent prayer
-Discuss praying without getting tired

Why should you pray always?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 108
-Bible (Luke 11:5-10)
-Story materials
-Discussion guides

- Story retelling -Observation -Oral questions

The Church

Holy Spirit - Jesus' promise

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

-State promise Jesus gave disciples
-Understand fulfillment of promise
-Recognize Jesus keeps promises

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Observe pictures of promises (gifts)
-Discuss parents' promises
-Read story of Jesus' promise
-Learn about Day of Pentecost

What did Jesus promise His disciples?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 110
-Promise pictures
-Story materials
-Pentecost images

- Observation -Oral questions -Story comprehension

The Church

Holy Spirit - Coming of the Spirit

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

-Describe how Holy Spirit came
-Identify what happened to disciples
-Appreciate Holy Spirit's presence

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Acts 1:4
-Learn what Jesus told disciples
-Read Acts 2:3-4
-Observe picture of Spirit coming
-Understand tongues of fire

What did Jesus promise His disciples?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 110
-Bible (Acts 1:4, 2:3-4)
-Pictures of Pentecost
-Visual aids

- Observation -Oral questions -Written assignments

The Church

Holy Spirit - Holy Spirit guides us
Holy Spirit - Holy Spirit gives strength

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

-Identify Holy Spirit as guide
-Understand guidance in daily life
-Appreciate Spirit's direction

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Romans 8:14
-Learn Spirit is our guide
-Discuss guidance in decisions
-Practice seeking Spirit's guidance

What is the work of the Holy Spirit?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 111
-Bible (Romans 8:14)
-Guidance scenarios
-Discussion materials
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 112
-Bible (Luke 24:49)
-Story materials
-Strength scenarios

- Observation -Oral questions -Practical application

The Church

Holy Spirit - Holy Spirit unites us

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

-Understand unifying role of Spirit
-Recognize unity in family/school
-Practice living in unity

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read story of Rina and Natasha
-Learn about family unity
-Read Ephesians 4:3-4
-Discuss unity in different settings

What is the work of the Holy Spirit?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 113
-Bible (Ephesians 4:3-4)
-Family stories
-Unity examples

- Observation -Oral questions -Practical demonstration

The Church

Holy Spirit - Powers of the Spirit

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

-List powers given by Spirit
-Identify three main works of Spirit
-Appreciate comprehensive work of Spirit

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Write Holy Spirit's work on flashcards
-Learn about strength, guidance, unity
-Create visual displays
-Complete self-assessment

What is the work of the Holy Spirit?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book pg. 114
-Flashcards
-Writing materials
-Self-assessment forms

- Flashcard creation -Self-assessment -Visual display