Creation

Self-awareness - I like myself
Self-awareness - We are all special

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

-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
-Growing in Christ - CRE Activities Learner's Book pg. 4
-Playground space
-Game materials

-Observation -Oral questions -Drawing assessment

Creation

Self-awareness - Chores I do at home

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

-List different chores they do at home
-Role play various home chores
-Demonstrate responsibility in assigned tasks

-In pairs, list the chores they do at home
-Role play different chores like sweeping, washing dishes, etc.
-Discuss importance of helping at home
-Share experiences about helping family members
-Create a simple chart of weekly chores

What are your responsibilities at home?

-Growing in Christ - CRE Activities Learner's Book pg. 2
-Role play materials
-Chart paper
-Markers

-Role play assessment -Chore list evaluation -Oral questions

Creation

Self-awareness - Appreciating my physical appearance
My Family - Extended family members

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

-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

-Self-portrait assessment -Memory verse recitation -Observation

Creation

My Family - Things we do with extended family
My Family - Items we share at home

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

-List activities done with extended family
-Demonstrate family unity
-Show love for family members

-Identify activities done with extended family (visiting sick, celebrating, playing, telling stories)
-Role play family activities
-Discuss importance of family unity
-Share experiences of helping extended family
-Create simple family activity cards

Why is family unity important?

-Growing in Christ - CRE Activities Learner's Book pg. 10
-Role play materials
-Activity cards
-Growing in Christ - CRE Activities Learner's Book pg. 11
-Shared items examples
-Chart paper
-Markers

-Group discussions -Role play assessment -Activity list evaluation

Creation

My Family - Items we don't share

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

-Identify items that shouldn't be shared
-Understand hygiene importance
-Practice healthy habits

-List items not to be shared (handkerchiefs, underwear, toothbrushes, nail cutters)
-Discuss why these items shouldn't be shared
-Create awareness posters about hygiene
-Practice proper use of personal items
-Understand disease prevention

Why shouldn't you share certain items?

-Growing in Christ - CRE Activities Learner's Book pg. 13
-Personal hygiene items
-Poster materials

-Oral questions -Poster creation -Health awareness quiz

Creation

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

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

-Recognize God as creator of the sky
-Observe sky during day and night
-Appreciate God's creation

-Observe pictures of the sky during day and night
-Read Genesis 1:14-19 about creation
-Draw and color the sky
-Sing creation songs 'Nyota, ngurumo...'
-Discuss what they see in the sky

How does the sky look different during day and night?

-Growing in Christ - CRE Activities Learner's Book pg. 15
-Bible
-Drawing materials
-Sky observation charts

-Observation schedules -Drawing assessment -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

-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

-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

-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

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

-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

-Oral questions -Group discussions -Promise recording

The Holy Bible

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

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

-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

-Oral questions -Group discussions -Promise recording

The Holy Bible

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

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

-State how often they read Bible as family
-Demonstrate Bible reading habits
-Appreciate family Bible study

-Look at picture of family reading Bible
-Discuss when families read Bible (morning, night)
-Create table showing Bible reading frequency
-Share family Bible reading experiences
-Practice reading Bible with classmates

How regularly do you read the Bible?

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

-Bible reading record -Family discussion -Table completion

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

-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

-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

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

-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

-Flash card creation -Book identification -Song composition

The Holy Bible

Divisions of the Bible - First books of 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

-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

-Flash card creation -Book identification -Song composition

The Holy Bible

Divisions of the Bible - Books in the Old Testament

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

-State number of books in Old Testament
-Locate Old Testament books
-Show respect for Bible books

-Practice counting Old Testament books
-Create book lists on charts
-Sing Psalms from Old Testament
-Discuss importance of Old Testament
-Make promise to read Old Testament books

How many books are in the Old Testament?

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

-Counting assessment -Chart creation -Promise making

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

-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

-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

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

-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

-Role play assessment -Lesson listing -Memory verse

The Holy Bible

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

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

-Recite 1 Samuel 3:10
-Show obedience to God's Word
-Demonstrate willingness to listen

-Read and recite 1 Samuel 3:10
-Practice responding to calls like Samuel
-Sort Bible verses using pocket boards
-Share experiences of obedience
-Make commitment to obey God

How can you obey God like Samuel?

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

-Memory verse recitation -Sorting activity -Obedience demonstration

The Holy Bible

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

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

-Recite 1 Samuel 3:10
-Show obedience to God's Word
-Demonstrate willingness to listen

-Read and recite 1 Samuel 3:10
-Practice responding to calls like Samuel
-Sort Bible verses using pocket boards
-Share experiences of obedience
-Make commitment to obey God

How can you obey God like Samuel?

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

-Memory verse recitation -Sorting activity -Obedience demonstration

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

-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

-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

-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 - 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

-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

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

-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

-Lesson listing -Story acting -Courage demonstration

The Holy Bible

Bible Story: The Widow of Zarephath - God's provision

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

-Retell widow's story
-Understand God's provision
-Trust God for needs

-Picture read 1 Kings 17:7-16
-Learn about widow's flour and oil
-Discuss God's care for needs
-Draw and color bread
-Watch video about widow's story

How did the widow get enough flour and oil?

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

-Story retelling -Drawing assessment -Provision discussion

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

-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

-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

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

-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

Bible Story: The Widow of Zarephath - God rewards obedience

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

-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

-Poster creation -Kindness demonstration -Experience sharing