CREATION

My purpose - Understanding talents and abilities (4 lessons)

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

-Define talent
-Name the different talents and abilities they possess
-Appreciate God-given talents

Learners to brainstorm in small groups, the talents they possess

What is talent?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 1

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

CREATION

My purpose - Identifying personal talents
My purpose - Bible teaching on talents

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

-Discuss how God-given talents can be used responsibly
-Name the different talents and abilities they possess
-Showcase own talent and abilities

Learners to brainstorm in small groups, the talents they possess and how they can use them

How do you use your God given talents?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 2

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

CREATION

My purpose - Values for nurturing talents
Marriage and Family - Biblical teaching (4 lessons)

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

-Identify values required in nurturing talents
-Discuss how we can benefit from our talents
-Appreciate God-given talents by serving others

Learners to identify values that can help them develop and sustain talents and abilities

How do you use your God given talents?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 4
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 7

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

CREATION

Marriage and Family - Family structure
Marriage and Family - Early marriages

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

-Explain how a family is formed
-Discuss Biblical teachings on family
-Appreciate the importance of family

Learners to read in pairs Genesis 2:20-24 and discuss Biblical teachings on family

Why is marriage an important institution?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 8
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 13

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

CREATION

Marriage and Family - Values against early marriage
God's Rest Leisure - Biblical teaching (4 lessons)

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

-Outline values needed to avoid early marriages
-Create awareness on effects of early marriages
-Appreciate Christian teachings on marriage

Learners to list values that young people need to avoid early marriage
-Learners to develop posters with messages discouraging early marriages

Why is marriage an important institution?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 14

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

CREATION

God's Rest Leisure - Biblical teaching on leisure
God's Rest Leisure - Values for proper leisure

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

-Explain the teachings of the Bible on the use of leisure time
-Read 1 Timothy 5:13
-Outline the importance of leisure
-Recognize appropriate use of leisure

Learners to read 1 Timothy 5:13 and discuss biblical teachings on leisure

How can you ensure appropriate use of leisure time?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 15
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 16

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

CREATION
THE BIBLE

God's Rest Leisure - Inappropriate leisure
The Bible as the inspired Word of God - Definition and meaning (4 lessons)

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

-Discuss inappropriate ways of using leisure time in society
-Identify positive leisure activities
-Recognize the importance of God's rest for responsible Christian living

Learners to examine inappropriate ways of using leisure time
-Learners to watch a video clip on positive leisure activities and mention examples of leisure activities

How is leisure misused by youths today?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 17
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 20

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE BIBLE

The Bible as the inspired Word of God - Authors of the Bible
The Bible as the inspired Word of God - Bible translation

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

-Identify some authors who were inspired to write the Old Testament books
-Identify some authors who were inspired to write the New Testament books
-Appreciate the divine inspiration of the Bible

Learners to identify and list authors who were inspired to write the Old and New Testament books. In groups, they will create a chart showing key Bible authors and their contributions, then share their findings with the class.

Why is Bible different from other books?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 21
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 22

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE BIBLE

The Bible as the inspired Word of God - Benefits of translation
The Ten Commandments - Definition and background (4 lessons)

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

-Outline the advantages of translating the Bible into various local languages
-Discuss the impact of Bible translation
-Desire to read the Bible as the word of God for spiritual nourishment

Learners in groups to identify and discuss the advantages of translating the Bible into local languages. They will interview each other about how Bible translation has impacted their communities, create a summary of benefits, and develop posters highlighting these advantages for display in class.

Why is Bible different from other books?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 23
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 30

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE BIBLE

The Ten Commandments - Values and life skills
The Ten Commandments - Christian lessons

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

-Explore values and life skills in the Ten commandments
-Identify values found in the Ten Commandments
-Appreciate the values taught in the commandments

Learners to discuss in pairs the values and life skills found in the Ten Commandments. They will create a table matching each commandment with related values such as honesty, respect, and faithfulness. They will then share examples of how these values can be applied in school and at home.

Why should you obey the Ten Commandments?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 31
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 32

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE BIBLE

The Ten Commandments - Importance and application
Bible Stories: God's Power - Samson's story (4 lessons)

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

-Appreciate the importance of obeying the Ten Commandments
-Design a poster/chart on the Ten Commandments
-Compose a poem on the Ten Commandments

Learners to watch a video clip of Moses delivering the Ten Commandments and discuss the historical context and importance of this event. They will then work in groups to design creative posters/charts illustrating the Ten Commandments, emphasizing their meaning and application in daily life. Completed posters will be displayed in class and presented.

Why were the Ten Commandments given to the Israelites?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 33
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 36

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE BIBLE

Bible Stories: God's Power - Power over enemies
Bible Stories: God's Power - Christian dependence on God

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

-Explain how God's power helped Samson overcome enemies
-Brainstorm ways Christians depend on God's power
-Appreciate God's power in overcoming challenges

Learners to brainstorm in small groups how God gave Samson power over his enemies, examining the source of his strength and God's role in his victories. They will create mind maps showing the connection between Samson's faith and God's power, and discuss examples of how this relationship worked throughout Samson's story.

Why should Christians depend on God?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 37
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 38

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE BIBLE

Bible Stories: God's Power - Lessons from Samson
Faith in God - Elisha recovers the axe-head (4 lessons)

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

-Appreciate the lessons learnt from the story of Samson
-Compose a poem on the importance of depending on God's power
-Apply lessons from Samson to personal life

Learners to compose a poem on the importance of depending on God's power

Why should Christians depend on God?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 39
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 41

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE BIBLE

Faith in God - Learning from Elisha
Faith in God - Christians applying faith

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

-Explain the miracle of recovering the axe-head
-Read 2 Kings 6:1-7
-Explore the faith demonstrated by Elisha

Learners to read 2 Kings 6:1-7 and discuss in small groups what happened to the axe head and the meaning of the text

How did Elisha recover the axe-head?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 42
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 43

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE BIBLE

Faith in God - Trusting God in challenges
Determination - Jacob's story (4 lessons)

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

-Desire to trust in God's power when faced with challenges
-Apply faith in daily challenges
-Appreciate God's help in difficulties

Learners to discuss ways Christians apply their faith in God to solve different problems

How did Elisha recover the axe-head?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 44
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 46

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE BIBLE

Determination - Jacob wrestling with God
Determination - Lessons from Jacob

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

-Watch a video clip on Jacob wrestling with God
-Role play the story of Jacob wrestling with God
-Appreciate the story of Jacob

Learners to watch a video clip on Jacob wrestling with God
-Learners to role play the story of Jacob wrestling with God

Why is it good to be persistent in prayers?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 47
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 48

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE BIBLE
THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

Determination - Values from Jacob's story
The Call of the Disciples - Selection and calling (4 lessons)

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

-Identify values learnt from the story of Jacob
-Compose and sing a song on persistence in prayers
-Emulate Jacob by being persistent in prayer

Learners to brainstorm in pairs what persistence in prayer means
-Learners to compose and sing a song on persistence in prayers

Why is it good to be persistent in prayers?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 49
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 51

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

The Call of the Disciples - Fishers of men
The Call of the Disciples - Service in society

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

-Narrate the call of the first disciples
-Explain what it means to be "fishers of men"
-Appreciate the importance of responding to God's call

Learners to read in turns Mark 1:16-20 and narrate the call of the first disciples by Jesus Christ. They will discuss the meaning of "fishers of men" and its implications for Christians today.

How did the disciples respond to the call of Jesus Christ?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 52
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 53

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

The Call of the Disciples - Personal response
The Temptations of Jesus Christ - Desert experience (5 lessons)

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

-Role play the call of the first disciples
-Identify personal ways to serve God
-Desire to serve God in his/her daily life for spiritual development

Learners to role play the call of the first disciples, with different students taking the roles of Jesus, Simon, Andrew, James and John. They will then compose and sing a song on the call of the first four disciples, reflecting on their own calling to serve God.

How did the disciples respond to the call of Jesus Christ?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 54
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 55

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

The Temptations of Jesus Christ - Responding to temptation
The Temptations of Jesus Christ - Common temptations

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

-Explain how Jesus Christ responded to temptations
-Discuss the use of Scripture in overcoming temptation
-Value the importance of God's Word in fighting temptation

Learners to discuss in small groups how Jesus Christ responded to each temptation, noting His use of Scripture. They will create a table showing each temptation and Jesus' response, then discuss the importance of knowing Scripture in overcoming temptations.

How did Jesus overcome the temptations?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 56
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 57

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

The Temptations of Jesus Christ - Overcoming temptation
The Temptations of Jesus Christ - Applying Jesus' example

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

-Discuss strategies for overcoming temptations
-Identify values needed to overcome temptation
-Desire to overcome temptations in day-to-day life

Learners to discuss in small groups how they overcome temptations and share in class. They will identify values and strategies such as prayer, reading scripture, and choosing good company that help in overcoming temptations, and create posters illustrating these strategies.

How do you overcome temptations as a young person?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 58
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 59

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

Miracles of Jesus Christ - The Roman Officer's servant (4 lessons)
Miracles of Jesus Christ - Faith of the Roman officer

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

-Narrate the healing of the Roman officer's servant by Jesus Christ
-Explain the importance of helping a sick person
-Appreciate Jesus' power to heal

Learners to brainstorm in small groups the importance of helping a sick person. They will then read in turns Matthew 8:5-13 and narrate the story of the healing of the Roman officer's servant, discussing Jesus' willingness to help regardless of background.

How did the Roman officer demonstrate faith in God?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 60
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 61

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

Miracles of Jesus Christ - Lessons from the healing
Miracles of Jesus Christ - Helping the sick

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

-Discuss lessons learnt from the healing of the Roman officer's servant
-Outline Jesus' universal mission
-Appreciate Jesus as healer to all peoples

Learners to watch a video clip on the healing of the Roman officer's servant and discuss observations. They will identify and list the lessons learnt from this miracle, such as Jesus' universal mission, the importance of faith, and God's power to heal regardless of distance.

How did the Roman officer demonstrate faith in God?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 62
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 63

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

Faith in God - The bleeding woman (4 lessons)
Faith in God - Church and government help

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

-Describe the miracle of healing the bleeding woman
-Identify the woman's faith and persistence
-Appreciate the healing power of Jesus

Learners to share experiences of sickness and healing in pairs. They will then read Luke 8:43-48 and retell the miracle of the healing of the bleeding woman, focusing on her determination to reach Jesus despite obstacles.

How did the bleeding woman show faith in God?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 65
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 66

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

Faith in God - Lessons from the healing
Faith in God - Personal application

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

-Outline lessons learnt from the miracle of healing of the bleeding woman
-Relate the woman's faith to personal challenges
-Appreciate the importance of persistent faith

Learners to discuss in pairs lessons learnt from the healing of the bleeding woman and share with class. They will identify key lessons such as the importance of faith, persistence, Jesus' compassion, and God's power to heal chronic conditions, creating a visual presentation of these lessons.

How did the bleeding woman show faith in God?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 67
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 68

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

Jesus Power over Death - The story of Lazarus (4 lessons)
Jesus Power over Death - Jesus' compassion

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

-Describe the miracle of raising Lazarus from the dead
-Explain the concept of empathy
-Value the importance of caring for those in grief

Learners to share how they show empathy to the needy and discuss practical examples. They will then read in pairs John 11:32-45 and retell the miracle of the raising of Lazarus, focusing on Jesus' emotional response to Mary and Martha's grief.

Why did Jesus say that Lazarus was only asleep?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 70
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 71

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

Jesus Power over Death - Lessons from Lazarus
Jesus Power over Death - Role play and creative expression

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

-Discuss lessons learnt from the miracle of raising of Lazarus from the dead
-Identify Jesus' power over death
-Appreciate the miracle of raising Lazarus as a sign of resurrection

Learners to examine flashcards with lessons from the raising of Lazarus and discuss their meanings. They will identify key lessons such as Jesus' power over death, the importance of faith, the reality of resurrection, and God's glory revealed through miracles.

Why did Jesus say that Lazarus was only asleep?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 72
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 73

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

The Kingdom of God - Hidden treasure parable (4 lessons)
The Kingdom of God - Understanding the parable

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

-Examine the parable of the hidden treasure to enhance understanding of God's Kingdom
-Define the meaning of treasure
-Appreciate the value of God's Kingdom

Learners to define the meaning of the word 'treasure' and share on why the kingdom of God is so 'valuable.' They will discuss things they consider treasures in their lives and why certain things are valuable to them.

Why is the kingdom of God compared to a treasure?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 74
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 75

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

The Kingdom of God - Lessons from the parable
The Kingdom of God - Creative applications

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

-Outline lessons learnt from the parable of the hidden treasure
-Identify sacrifices needed for the Kingdom
-Appreciate the rewards of seeking God's Kingdom

Learners to discuss in small groups lessons learnt from the parable of the hidden treasure and share with class. They will identify key lessons such as the supreme value of God's kingdom, the necessity of sacrifice, and the joy of finding spiritual treasure, creating a visual presentation of these lessons.

Why is the kingdom of God compared to a treasure?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 76
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 77

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

Attitude towards Wealth - The rich man and Lazarus (4 lessons)
Attitude towards Wealth - The afterlife reality
Attitude towards Wealth - Lessons from the parable
Attitude towards Wealth - Personal application

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

-Describe the parable of the rich man and Lazarus
-Identify the contrasting lifestyles of the characters
-Recognize the consequences of neglecting the poor

Learners in groups to search the internet on how Christians use their resources to support others, and share in class. They will then read in turns Luke 16:19-31 and retell the parable, focusing on the stark contrast between the rich man's luxury and Lazarus' poverty.

How should Christians use their wealth?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs Digital devices
-Charts poems
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 78
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 79
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 80
-MENTOR Christian Religious Education Learner's Book page 81

Written Quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions