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Miracles of Jesus Christ - The Healing of the Roman Officer's Servant

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

- Narrate the healing of the Roman officer's servant by Jesus using Matthew 8:5–13 (K)
- Draw and colour the Roman officer begging Jesus to heal his servant and display in class (S)
- Appreciate the faith and humility of the Roman officer as a model for Christian living (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In pairs, read the story of Susan and discuss how to help the sick in the community
- In groups, study the picture and read Matthew 8:5–13 and narrate the healing of the Roman officer's servant
- Arrange sentences in the correct order to narrate the story and discuss qualities of the Roman officer

How did the Roman officer demonstrate faith and humility before Jesus Christ?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 59
- Good News Bible (Matthew 8:5–13)
- Digital devices
- Charts and pictures

- Oral questions - Observation schedule

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Miracles of Jesus Christ - Lessons Learnt from the Healing of the Roman Officer's Servant

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

- Outline the lessons Christians learn from the healing of the Roman officer's servant (K)
- Role-play the healing of the Roman officer's servant and present the performance to the class (S)
- Develop a caring attitude towards the sick and a desire to pray for them as modelled by Jesus (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Watch a video clip on the healing of the Roman officer's servant and discuss lessons learnt
- Describe the qualities that Christians can learn from the Roman officer and list them in class
- Role-play the healing of the Roman officer's servant and present in class

What lessons can Christians learn from the healing of the Roman officer's servant?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 61
- Good News Bible (Matthew 8:5–13)
- Digital devices
- Video clips and charts

- Written quizzes - Portfolio

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Miracles of Jesus Christ - The Miracle of Healing the Bleeding Woman

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

- Describe the miracle of the healing of the bleeding woman by Jesus using Luke 8:43–48 (K)
- Compose a song about God's healing power and sing it in class (S)
- Appreciate God's power to heal any disease and the importance of having faith in Jesus (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In pairs, discuss what happens when people are sick in the community and how they are cared for
- In groups, read Luke 8:43–48 and narrate the miracle of the healing of the bleeding woman
- Discuss how the bleeding woman demonstrated her faith in Jesus and explain what Christians learn from her

How did the bleeding woman demonstrate her faith in Jesus Christ?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 62
- Good News Bible (Luke 8:43–48)
- Digital devices
- Charts and pictures

- Oral questions - Observation schedule

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Miracles of Jesus Christ - How the Church and Government Help the Sick

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

- Identify ways in which the church and government help the sick in the society (K)
- Create a table comparing the roles of the church and the government in helping the sick and present it in class (S)
- Value the responsibility of Christians to support and care for the sick in their communities (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Study pictures and discuss how the government and church help the sick in society
- Read the story of Dr Daudi's visit and identify roles of the government and church in helping the sick
- Create a table comparing the roles of the church and the government in helping the sick and present in class

How do the church and government work together to help the sick in the society?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 63
- Good News Bible
- Digital devices
- Charts and reference books

- Written quizzes - Checklists

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Miracles of Jesus Christ - Lessons Learnt from the Healing of the Bleeding Woman

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

- Outline the lessons Christians learn from the miracle of the healing of the bleeding woman (K)
- Role-play the miracle of the healing of the bleeding woman and present the performance in class (S)
- Acknowledge the importance of having faith in Jesus Christ's healing power in times of sickness (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Watch a video clip of the miracle of the healing of the bleeding woman and discuss lessons learnt
- Discuss how the bleeding woman demonstrated her faith in Jesus and explain how Christians can emulate her
- Role-play the miracle of the healing of the bleeding woman and present in class

What lessons can Christians learn from the miracle of the healing of the bleeding woman?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 64
- Good News Bible (Luke 8:43–48)
- Digital devices
- Video clips and charts

- Oral questions - Assessment rubric

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Miracles of Jesus Christ - Lessons from the Miracle of Raising Lazarus from the Dead

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

- Describe the miracle of raising Lazarus from the dead using John 11:32–45 (K)
- Compose a poem on God's power over death and recite it to the class (S)
- Appreciate God's supreme power over sickness and death and develop faith in His ability to do the impossible (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, read John 11:32–45 and narrate the story of the raising of Lazarus from the dead
- Discuss the lessons Christians learn from the raising of Lazarus and share findings in class
- Compose a poem on God's power over death and recite it to the class

Why did Jesus raise Lazarus from the dead and what does this reveal about His power?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 65
- Good News Bible (John 11:32–45)
- Digital devices
- Charts and poems

- Oral questions - Portfolio

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Miracles of Jesus Christ - Supporting the Bereaved and Those Who Grieve

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

- Explain how Christians can support those who have lost loved ones based on Jesus' example at Lazarus' tomb (K)
- Role-play the raising of Lazarus from the dead and present the performance to the class (S)
- Develop empathy and a willingness to support the bereaved in times of grief and loss (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Recite the poem about losing a loved one and discuss how you would feel and help a grieving friend
- Watch a video clip on the raising of Lazarus and discuss how Christians support the bereaved
- Role-play the raising of Lazarus from the dead and present in class

How should Christians support those who have lost their loved ones?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 67
- Good News Bible (John 11:32–45)
- Digital devices
- Video clips and charts

- Observation schedule - Oral questions

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Miracles of Jesus Christ - Review of Miracles of Jesus Christ

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

- Summarise the three miracles of Jesus Christ — healing the Roman officer's servant, the bleeding woman and raising Lazarus (K)
- Match statements from the three miracles with the correct occasion and present findings in class (S)
- Acknowledge the supreme healing and life-giving power of Jesus Christ over all circumstances (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Match statements with the correct occasion across the three miracles
- Arrange sentences in the correct order to narrate the story of raising Lazarus
- Discuss lessons learnt across all three miracles and share a personal reflection in class

What do the miracles of Jesus Christ reveal about His power and character?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 68
- Good News Bible
- Digital devices
- Charts and reference books

- Written assignments - Checklists

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The Kingdom of God - The Parable of the Hidden Treasure

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

- Retell the parable of the hidden treasure using Matthew 13:44–46 and explain what the treasure represents (K)
- Play the hidden treasure game in groups and use it to explain the value of the Kingdom of God (S)
- Appreciate the supreme value of the Kingdom of God above all earthly possessions (A)

- In pairs, read what Karemi and Wafula value in life and discuss what learners themselves value most
- In groups, read Matthew 13:44–46 and narrate the parable of the hidden treasure
- Play the hidden treasure game in groups and explain the skills and feelings experienced in finding the treasure

Why is the Kingdom of God compared to a hidden treasure?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 70
- Good News Bible (Matthew 13:44–46)
- Digital devices
- Flash cards and charts

- Oral questions - Observation schedule

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The Kingdom of God - Teachings from the Parable of the Hidden Treasure

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

- Outline the teachings from the parable of the hidden treasure and how they help Christians live responsibly (K)
- Compose a song about the value of the Kingdom of God and sing it in class (S)
- Value the Kingdom of God above material things and commit to living responsibly for it (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, read and narrate Matthew 13:44–46 and discuss the teachings from the parable
- Discuss how the teachings from the parable of the hidden treasure help Christians live responsibly
- Compose a song about the value of the Kingdom of God and sing it in class

How do the teachings from the parable of the hidden treasure guide Christians in living responsibly?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 71
- Good News Bible (Matthew 13:44–46)
- Digital devices
- Songs and charts

- Written assignments - Portfolio

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The Kingdom of God - Teachings from the Parable of the Hidden Treasure

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

- Outline the teachings from the parable of the hidden treasure and how they help Christians live responsibly (K)
- Compose a song about the value of the Kingdom of God and sing it in class (S)
- Value the Kingdom of God above material things and commit to living responsibly for it (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, read and narrate Matthew 13:44–46 and discuss the teachings from the parable
- Discuss how the teachings from the parable of the hidden treasure help Christians live responsibly
- Compose a song about the value of the Kingdom of God and sing it in class

How do the teachings from the parable of the hidden treasure guide Christians in living responsibly?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 71
- Good News Bible (Matthew 13:44–46)
- Digital devices
- Songs and charts

- Written assignments - Portfolio

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The Kingdom of God - Lessons from the Parable of the Hidden Treasure

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

- Identify lessons learnt from the parable of the hidden treasure on how to seek and inherit the Kingdom of God (K)
- Role-play the parable of the hidden treasure and explain how it applies to inheriting the Kingdom of God (S)
- Develop a personal resolve to commit their lives to Christ in order to be partakers of God's Kingdom (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Recite the poem and discuss what the poet promises to do to inherit the Kingdom of God
- Role-play the parable of the hidden treasure in groups and discuss how it applies to the Kingdom of God
- Discuss how to live a responsible life for the Kingdom of God and share personal reflections in class

How can Christians commit their lives to Christ to inherit the Kingdom of God?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 71
- Good News Bible (Matthew 13:44–46)
- Digital devices
- Charts and reference books

- Oral questions - Checklists

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The Kingdom of God - Review of the Parable of the Hidden Treasure

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

- Describe the meaning of the words treasure, pearl and parable using the context of the Kingdom of God (K)
- Compose a poem about the Kingdom of God and recite it in class (S)
- Acknowledge that the Kingdom of God is the greatest treasure that every Christian should seek (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Match the words treasure, pearl and parable with their correct meanings
- Discuss how the teachings from the parable of the hidden treasure help Christians live responsibly
- Compose a poem about the Kingdom of God and recite it to the class

Why should the Kingdom of God be valued above all earthly wealth and possessions?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 70
- Good News Bible (Matthew 13:44–46)
- Digital devices
- Charts and poems

- Assessment rubric - Oral questions

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Attitude Towards Wealth - The Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus

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

- Narrate the parable of the rich man and Lazarus using Luke 16:19–31 (K)
- Compare the rich man's way of life and that of Lazarus on earth and after death, and present findings in class (S)
- Appreciate that God will judge all human actions and that earthly wealth must be used responsibly (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In pairs, read the story of Siratei and discuss how he uses his wealth to support the needy
- In groups, read Luke 16:19–31 and narrate the story of the rich man and Lazarus
- Compare the rich man's way of life on earth with that of Lazarus and present findings in class

How should Christians use their wealth according to the parable of the rich man and Lazarus?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 73
- Good News Bible (Luke 16:19–31)
- Digital devices
- Charts and pictures

- Oral questions - Observation schedule

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Attitude Towards Wealth - Lessons Learnt from the Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus

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

- Outline the lessons Christians learn from the parable of the rich man and Lazarus (K)
- Role-play the parable of the rich man and Lazarus and present the performance to the class (S)
- Develop a desire to share wealth with the poor and live a God-fearing responsible life on earth (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Study the picture and guided by it, narrate the story of the rich man and Lazarus
- Watch a video clip of the rich man and Lazarus and discuss the lessons learnt
- Role-play the parable of the rich man and Lazarus and present in class

What lessons do Christians learn from the parable of the rich man and Lazarus?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 74
- Good News Bible (Luke 16:19–31)
- Digital devices
- Video clips and charts

- Written assignments - Portfolio

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Attitude Towards Wealth - How Christians Should Use Their Wealth

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

- Describe ways in which Christians can use their wealth responsibly to help the needy (K)
- Create posters with messages on how to live a responsible Christian life and display them in class (S)
- Value the importance of generosity and sharing wealth with the poor as a Christian duty (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, read the flashcards and identify how Christians can use their wealth well
- Using digital devices, research ways in which Christians use their wealth to support one another
- Create posters with messages on how to live a responsible Christian life and display in class

Why is it important for Christians to help the needy with their wealth?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 75
- Good News Bible (Luke 16:19–31)
- Digital devices
- Flash cards and posters

- Oral questions - Checklists

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Attitude Towards Wealth - Living a Responsible Christian Life on Earth

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

- Explain how Christians can live responsible lives on earth in light of God's judgement (K)
- Participate in a class charity activity by collecting items to donate to the needy and write a brief report on the experience (S)
- Commit to living a generous, God-fearing life that reflects the values of the Kingdom of God (A)

- Summarise the parable of the rich man and Lazarus and discuss how Christians should use their wealth
- With the guidance of a church leader, collect items from other learners and donate them to the needy in the community
- Write a brief report on the charity activity and share findings with the class

How can Christians live responsible lives on earth in readiness for God's judgement?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 75
- Good News Bible (Luke 16:19–31)
- Digital devices
- Charts and reference books

- Assessment rubric - Oral questions

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Attitude Towards Wealth - Review of Attitude Towards Wealth

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

- Identify the key teachings from the parable of the rich man and Lazarus on wealth, judgement and responsibility (K)
- Participate in a class discussion activity matching events from the parable to their correct characters and outcomes (S)
- Acknowledge the need to use wealth wisely and generously as stewards of God's resources (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Fill in the gaps with the correct answers from the parable of the rich man and Lazarus
- Discuss why Christians should help the needy and share personal reflections in class
- Participate in a matching activity linking events from the parable to their correct characters and outcomes

What does the parable of the rich man and Lazarus teach Christians about wealth and God's judgement?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 75
- Good News Bible (Luke 16:19–31)
- Digital devices
- Charts and reference books

- Written assignments - Anecdotal records

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The Apostles' Creed - Reasons for the Apostles' Creed in Christianity

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

- Explain the reasons why Christians recite the Apostles' Creed and its role in affirming faith (K)
- Recite the Apostles' Creed accurately and design a classroom creed to display in class (S)
- Appreciate the Apostles' Creed as a foundational statement of Christian belief (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In pairs, read the school creed poster and identify values mentioned, then create a classroom creed
- Using digital devices, find out the meaning of a creed and present findings in class
- In groups, recite the Apostles' Creed in turns and discuss reasons why Christians recite it

Why is the Apostles' Creed important in affirming the Christian faith?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 79
- Good News Bible
- Digital devices
- Charts and posters

- Oral questions - Observation schedule

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The Apostles' Creed - Teachings Outlined in the Apostles' Creed
The Apostles' Creed - Importance of the Apostles' Creed to Christians

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

- Outline the key teachings contained in the Apostles' Creed such as the belief in God the Father, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit (K)
- Write the beliefs and their teachings on posters and display them in class (S)
- Value the teachings of the Apostles' Creed as a guide for Christian living (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- With the guidance of the teacher, sing the song and discuss what it teaches about beliefs in the Apostles' Creed
- In groups, discuss teachings of key beliefs such as God the Father Almighty, Jesus Christ His only Son and the Holy Catholic Church
- Read teachings of the Apostles' Creed randomly, pick one and explain the belief that contains it

What are the key teachings contained in the Apostles' Creed?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 80
- Good News Bible
- Digital devices
- Charts and songs
- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 81
- Charts and reference books

- Written quizzes - Checklists

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The Apostles' Creed - The Three Persons of the Holy Trinity
Standing Firm in Faith - Teachings of Paul on Christian Suffering

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

- Identify the three persons of the Holy Trinity — God the Father, God the Son and the Holy Spirit — from the Apostles' Creed (K)
- Create a visual model using locally available materials to distinguish the three persons of the Holy Trinity (S)
- Acknowledge the value of the Holy Trinity in the life of a Christian (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Recite the Apostles' Creed and identify the three persons of the Holy Trinity from it
- In groups, cut out three heart shapes, join them to a stem and label them to represent the three persons of the Holy Trinity
- Compose a song on the value of the Holy Trinity in our lives and sing it in class

What are the three persons of the Holy Trinity and what is their significance to Christians?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 83
- Good News Bible
- Digital devices
- Charts and locally available materials
- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 87
- Good News Bible (2 Corinthians 6:3–7)
- Flash cards and charts

- Oral questions - Observation schedule

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Standing Firm in Faith - Types of Suffering Christians Face Today

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

- Describe the types of suffering that Christians face in their daily lives such as rejection, sickness and poverty (K)
- Role-play a scenario where a Christian faces and overcomes suffering with faith and support from others (S)
- Develop empathy and a willingness to support fellow Christians who are going through suffering (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Study pictures of the parrot and dove and identify types of suffering Christians face and how they overcome them
- Discuss how Christians overcome their suffering according to the Bible and share in class
- Role-play a scenario where a Christian faces suffering and is supported by others to overcome it

What kinds of suffering do Christians face today and how do they overcome them?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 87
- Good News Bible (2 Corinthians 6:3–7)
- Digital devices
- Charts and pictures

- Written quizzes - Checklists

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Standing Firm in Faith - Values Learnt from Paul's Teachings on Christian Suffering
Standing Firm in Faith - Standing Firm in the Christian Faith

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

- Identify values such as love, purity, truthfulness, kindness and endurance learnt from Paul's teachings on suffering (K)
- Write values learnt from Paul's teachings on flashcards and explain how each helps Christians overcome suffering (S)
- Value the Christian virtues that enable believers to endure suffering faithfully (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, read 2 Corinthians 6:3–7 and write values learnt from Paul's teachings on suffering onto flashcards
- Study the picture and identify other values Christians need to overcome suffering
- Recite the poem and identify values from Paul's teachings mentioned in it

What values can Christians learn from Paul's teachings on suffering?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 89
- Good News Bible (2 Corinthians 6:3–7)
- Digital devices
- Flash cards and charts
- Charts and posters

- Oral questions - Portfolio

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Church Unity - Meaning and Biblical Teachings on Church Unity

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

- Explain the meaning of church unity and the biblical teachings on Christian unity using Matthew 16:18, John 17:20–23 and Galatians 3:28 (K)
- Design posters with the meaning of church unity and display them in class (S)
- Appreciate that church unity reflects the prayer of Jesus for His followers to be one (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In pairs, study pictures of churches, name them and use digital devices to find out the meaning of church unity
- Read the story of Christians coming together to pray for the country and explain what church unity means
- In groups, read Matthew 16:18, John 17:20–23 and Galatians 3:28 and outline the Bible's teachings on Christian unity

What does the Bible teach about church unity and why is it important?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 93
- Good News Bible (Matthew 16:18; John 17:20–23; Galatians 3:28)
- Digital devices
- Charts and posters

- Oral questions - Observation schedule

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Church Unity - Ways Church Unity Fosters Peaceful Co-existence

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

- Describe ways in which church unity fosters peaceful co-existence in the community (K)
- Role-play ways in which church unity fosters peaceful co-existence and present in class (S)
- Develop a desire to promote unity among Christians at school, church and in the community (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Study pictures and explain how the activities shown promote peace in the community
- Discuss how church unity in the community promotes peace and share findings in class
- Role-play ways in which church unity fosters peaceful co-existence and present in class

How does church unity foster peaceful co-existence in the community?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 97
- Good News Bible
- Digital devices
- Charts and reference books

- Written quizzes - Portfolio

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Church Unity - How Christians Work Together for Unity

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

- Identify ways in which different churches work together to promote unity in the community (K)
- Compose a song on church unity and sing it in class (S)
- Value the role of church unity in transforming the community through shared service and worship (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In pairs, discuss how church unity is demonstrated at school and in the community
- Identify ways in which different churches work together and explain how each promotes unity
- Compose a song on church unity and sing it in class

What are the ways in which different churches work together to promote unity in the community?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 97
- Good News Bible
- Digital devices
- Songs and charts

- Oral questions - Checklists

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Church Unity - Interpersonal Relationships and Godly Living

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

- Describe how Christians should relate with one another for peaceful co-existence based on 1 Peter 5:1–11 (K)
- Role-play good interpersonal relationships among Christians and present the performance in class (S)
- Acknowledge the importance of living a godly, moral life on earth in harmony with others (A)

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, discuss how Christians relate with one another in the community and describe how they should relate for peaceful co-existence
- Read 1 Peter 5:1–11 and discuss lessons learnt from Peter's teaching on relationships among Christians
- Identify moral values promoting good interpersonal relationships from the word puzzle and discuss how they foster harmonious living

How should Christians relate with one another for peaceful co-existence?

- Longhorn CRE Grade 6 pg. 104
- Good News Bible (1 Peter 5:1–11)
- Digital devices
- Charts and reference books

- Assessment rubric - Oral questions