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WEEK

LESSON

STRAND

SUB-STRAND

SPECIFIC LEARNING OUTCOMES

KEY INQUIRY QUESTION(S)

LEARNING EXPERIENCE

LEARNING RESOURCES

ASSESSMENT METHODS

REFLECTION

1

1

Christian Values

Forgiveness

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: describe the story of the unforgiving servant

What do we learn from the story of the unforgiving servant?

Learners to read the story of the unforgiving servant in Matthew 18:21-35

Learners to watch a video on the unforgiving servant Learners to role play the Bible story of the unforgiving servant

Oxford Growing in Christ page 76

Singing and dancing, dramatization, storytelling

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

2

Christian Values

Forgiveness

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: describe the story of the unforgiving servant and relate it to their interaction with others

What do we learn from the story of the unforgiving servant?

Learners to read the story of the unforgiving servant in Matthew 18:21-35

Learners to watch a video on the unforgiving servant Learners to role play the Bible story of the unforgiving servant

Oxford Growing in Christ page 76

Singing and dancing, dramatization, storytelling, reading the bible

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

3

Christian Values

FORGIVENESS

By the end of the Sub-strand, the learner should be able to: discuss the importance of forgiving others

What happens when you do not forgive others?

Learners to read the story of the unforgiving servant in Matthew 18:21-35

Learners to watch a video on the unforgiving servant Learners to role play the Bible story of the unforgiving servant

Oxford Growing in Christ page 78-79

Singing and dancing, dramatization, storytelling, reading the bible

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

2

1

Christian Values

TRUST

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: identify people they can trust for their own safety

Whom do you trust?

Who do you report to in case of danger?

Learners to read Proverbs 11:13

Learners to identify people they can trust Learners to mention the people to report to in cases of danger for appropriate action to be taken

In groups or pairs, learners to role play, ‘How to behave when confronted by a stranger

Oxford Growing in Christ page 80-81

Singing and dancing, dramatization, storytelling, reading the bible

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

2

Christian Values

Trust

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to:

mention the people to report to in case of danger for appropriate action to be taken

Whom do you trust?

Who do you report to in case of danger?

Learners to read Proverbs 11:13

Learners to identify people they can trust Learners to mention the people to report to in cases of danger for appropriate action to be taken

In groups or pairs, learners to role play, ‘How to behave when confronted by a stranger

Oxford Growing in Christ page 80-81

Singing and dancing, dramatization, storytelling, reading the bible

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

3

Christian Values

Trust

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: discuss the effects of talking about others for harmonious living

How do you feel when people talk about you? Why is it wrong to talk about others

Learners to read Proverbs 11:13

In groups or pairs, learners to role play, ‘How to behave when confronted by a stranger’

Learners to discuss effects of talking about others Learners to sing the song, “Trust and obey………….”

Oxford Growing in Christ page 82-83

Singing and dancing, dramatization, storytelling, reading the bible

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

3

1

Christian Values

Responsibility

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: discuss the importance of personal hygiene for healthy living

Why should you always observe personal cleanliness

Learners to list the

importance of personal cleanliness Learners to report students who

play mischief

Oxford Growing in Christ page 82-83

Singing and dancing, dramatization, storytelling, reading the bible

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzle

2

Christian Values

Responsibility

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: acquire the value of responsibility by correcting those in the wrong

What should you do if your brother or sister is not doing the right thing

Learners to list the importance of personal cleanliness

Learners to report students who play mischief

Oxford Growing in Christ page 84-85

Singing and dancing, dramatization, storytelling, reading the bible

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzle

3

Christian Values

Responsibility

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: acquire the value of responsibility by correcting those in the wrong

What should you do if your brother or sister is not doing the right thing

Learners to list the importance of personal cleanliness Learners to report students who play mischief

Oxford Growing in Christ page 84-85 Singing and dancing, dramatization, storytelling, reading the bible

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzle

4

1

Christian Values

Responsibility

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: develop responsibility by not expecting a reward when they do chores at home

Why should you not expect rewards after doing household chores

Learners to role play doing household chores without expecting rewards from parents Learners to recite Philippians 2:4

Oxford Growing in Christ page 84-85 Singing and

dancing, dramatization, storytelling, reading the bible

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzle

2

The Church

Prayer

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: recite the Lord’s prayer and apply it in their daily lives

Which prayer did Jesus Christ teach His disciples?

Learners to recite the Lord’s prayer Mathew 6:9-13

Learners to read the Lord’s prayer from a chart displayed in class Learners to role play ways of showing respect to God during prayers.

Learners to sing the Lord’s Prayer

Oxford Growing in Christ page 86-87 Singing and dancing, dramatization, storytelling, reading the bible

Oral questions , observation, written quizzes , reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces .

3

The Church

Prayer

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: show respect to God during prayer by adopting different postures of prayer

Which prayer did Jesus Christ teach His disciples?

Learners to recite the Lord’s prayer Mathew 6:9-13 

Learners to read the Lord’s prayer from a chart displayed in class

Learners to role play ways of showing respect to God during prayers.

Learners to sing the Lord’s Prayer

Oxford Growing in Christ page 91 Singing and dancing, dramatization, storytelling, reading the bible

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank

5

1

The Church

Prayer

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: show respect to God during prayer by adopting different postures of prayer

How can you show respect to God during prayer?

Learners to recite the Lord’s prayer Mathew 6:9-13

Learners to read the Lord’s prayer from a chart displayed in class Learners to role play ways of showing respect to God during prayers.

Learners to sing the Lord’s Prayer

Oxford Growing in Christ page 91

Singing and dancing, dramatization, storytelling, reading the bible

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank

5

2

The Church

Prayer

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: show respect to God during prayer by adopting different postures of prayer

How can you show respect to God during prayer?

Learners to recite the Lord’s prayer Mathew 6:9-13

Learners to read the Lord’s prayer from a chart displayed in class Learners to role play ways of showing respect to God during prayers.

Learners to sing the Lord’s Prayer

Oxford Growing in Christ page 92-93 Singing and dancing, dramatization, storytelling, reading the bible

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank

3

The Church

The Holy Spirit

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: discuss the coming of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost

What happened on the day of Pentecost?

Learners to read Acts 2:1-4 

Learners to watch a video clip on the coming of the Holy Spirit Learners to read Galatians 5:22

Learners to draw a tree and attach labels of the fruits of the Holy Spirit (love, joy, peace and kindness)

Oxford Growing in Christ page 94-95 Singing and dancing, dramatization, storytelling, reading the bible

Oral questions,portfolios, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank

6

1

The Church

The Holy Spirit

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: discuss the coming of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost and relate it to their lives

What happened on the day of Pentecost?

Learners to read Acts 2:1-4

Learners to watch a video clip on the coming of the Holy Spirit Learners to read Galatians 5:22

Learners to draw a tree and attach labels of the fruits of the Holy Spirit (love, joy, peace and kindness)

Oxford Growing in Christ page 94-95 

Singing and dancing, dramatization, storytelling, reading the bible

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank

2

The Church

The Holy Spirit

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: identify the work of the Holy spirit in the life of a Christian

Which are some of the fruits of the Holy Spirit?

Learners to draw a tree and attach labels of the fruits of the Holy Spirit (love, joy, peace and kindness)

In groups, learners to model and label four fruits of the Holy Spirit (love, joy, peace and kindness)

Learners to sing songs on the coming of the Holy Spirit

Oxford Growing in Christ page 94-95 

Singing and dancing, dramatization, storytelling, reading the bible

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling

in blank

3

The Church

The Holy Spirit

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: appreciate the fruit of the Holy Spirit by living harmoniously with others

What is the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of a Christians?

Learners to draw a tree and attach labels of the fruits of the Holy Spirit (love, joy, peace and kindness)

In groups, learners to model and label four fruits of the Holy Spirit (love, joy, peace and kindness)

Learners to sing songs on the coming of the Holy Spirit

Oxford Growing in Christ page 96-97

Singing and dancing, dramatization, storytelling, reading the bible

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank

7

1

The Church

The Holy Spirit

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: desire to be led by the Holy spirit as they make decisions in life

What is the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of a Christians?

Learners to draw a tree and attach labels of the fruits of the Holy Spirit (love, joy, peace and kindness)

In groups, learners to model and label four fruits of the Holy Spirit (love, joy, peace and kindness)

Learners to sing songs on the coming of the Holy Spirit

Oxford Growing in Christ page 98-99

Singing and dancing, dramatization, storytelling, reading the bible

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank

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REVISION

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ASSESSMENT

 Week

Lesson

Strand

Sub-Strand

Specific Learning Outcomes

Key Inquiry  Questions

Learning Experience

Learning Resources

Assessment Methods

Reflection

1

1

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

Wise men guided by the Star

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: identify the star that guided the wise men 

Who were the wise men?

Learners to read Matt 2:1-2

Learners to role play,  “wise men guided by the star’’

Learners to draw stars and color them

Learners to watch a video clip on the wise men from the East

Learners to sing a song about the stars

Oxford Growing in Christ page 46-48

Bible

Pictures

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, question and answer, reciting, checklists, drawing, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

2

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

Wise men guided by the Star

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: identify the star that guided the wise men 

Who were the wise men

Learners to read Matt 2:1-2

Learners to role play, “wise men guided by the star’

Learners to draw stars and color them

Learners to watch a video clip on the wise men from the East

Learners to sing a song about the stars

Oxford Growing in Christ page 46-48

Bible

Pictures

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, question and answer, reciting, checklists, drawing, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

3

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

Wise men guided by the Star

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: Explain desire to be led by God in their daily lives

What guided the wise men?

Learners to read Matt 2:1-2

Learners to role play, “wise men guided by the star’

Learners to draw stars and color them

Learners to watch a video clip on the wise men from the East

Learners to sing a song about the stars

Oxford Growing in Christ page 46-48

Bible

Pictures

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, question and answer, reciting, checklists, drawing, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

2

1

The early life of Jesus Christ

Home town of Jesus Christ

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: name the home town of Jesus Christ and their own home towns to promote a sense of belonging

Where do you come from?

Learners to mention where they come from Learners to say what they like about their home town

Learners to name the town where Jesus grew up Luke 2: 39-40

Learners to compose a poem about the home town of Jesus

Oxford Growing in Christ page 49-50

Bible

Pictures Sing songs, compose poems about their family, story telling

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, question and answer, listening, reciting, checklists, drawing, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

2

The early life of Jesus Christ

Home town

of Jesus Christ

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to:

name the home town of Jesus Christ and their own home towns to promote a sense of belonging

Where did Jesus grow up?

Learners to mention where they come from Learners to say what

they like about their home town

Learners to name the town where Jesus grew up Luke 2: 39-40

Learners to compose a poem about the home town of Jesus

Oxford

Growing in

Christ page

49-50

Bible

Pictures Sing songs, compose poems about their family, story telling

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, question and answer, listening, reciting, checklists, drawing, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

3

The life of Jesus Christ

The good Samaritan

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: narrate the story of the good Samaritan

Who was the Good Samaritan?

What did he do?

Learners to read Luke 10:30-37

Learners to watch a video on the story of the good Samaritan

Learners to list qualities of the good Samaritan

Oxford Growing in Christ page 51-53

Bible

Pictures

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, drawing, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

3

1

The life of Jesus Christ

The good Samaritan

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: narrate the story of the good Samaritan and relate it to their daily lives

Who was the Good Samaritan?

What did he do?

Learners to read Luke 10:30-37

Learners to watch a video on the story of the good Samaritan

Learners to list qualities of the good Samaritan

Oxford Growing in Christ page 51-53

Bible

Pictures

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting checklists, drawing, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

2

The life of Jesus Christ

The good Samaritan

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: Explain how to help people in need

What did he do?

In which ways can you be a good Neighbor?

Learners to read Luke 10:30-37

Learners to watch a video on the story of the good Samaritan

Learners to list qualities of the good Samaritan

Oxford Growing in Christ page 51-53

Bible

Pictures

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

3

The life of Jesus Christ

The good Samaritan

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: Explain how to help people in need

What did he do?

Learners to read Luke 10:30-37

Learners to watch a video on the story of the good Samaritan

Learners to list qualities of the good Samaritan

Oxford Growing in Christ page 51-53

Bible

Pictures

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

4

1

The life of Jesus Christ

The good Samaritan

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: appreciate the acts of the good Samaritan by being kind to people in need

In which ways can you be a good neighbor?

Learners to read Luke 10:30-37

Learners to watch a video on the story of the good Samaritan

Learners to list qualities of the good Samaritan

Oxford Growing in Christ page 51-53

Bible

Pictures

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

2

The life of Jesus Christ

The good Samaritan

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to:  appreciate the acts of the good Samaritan by being kind to people in need

In which ways can you be a good neighbor?

Learners to read Luke 10:30-37

Learners to watch a video on the story of the good Samaritan

Learners to list qualities of the good Samaritan

Oxford Growing in Christ page 51-53

Bible

Pictures

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

3

The life of Jesus Christ

The little boy with five loaves and two fish

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: explain the miracle of the five loaves and two fish

Where did Jesus Christ get food to feed the people?

Learners to read John 6:1-14

Learners to watch a video of the little boy with five loaves and two fish

Learners to narrate the story of the little boy with five loaves and two fish

In groups learners to draw the two fish and five loaves of bread

Oxford Growing in Christ page 54-55

Bible

Pictures

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

5

1

The life of Jesus Christ

The little boy with five loaves and two fish

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: explain the miracle of the five loaves and two fish

Where did Jesus Christ get food to feed the people?

Learners to read John 6:1-14

Learners to watch a video of the little boy with five loaves and two fish

Learners to narrate the story of the little boy with five loaves and two fish

In groups learners to draw the two fish and five loaves of bread

Oxford Growing in Christ page 54-55

Bible

Pictures

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

5

2

The life of Jesus Christ

The little boy with five loaves and two fish

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to Explain how to practice kindness to others

Where did Jesus Christ get food to feed the people?

Learners to read John 6:1-14

Learners to watch a video of the little boy with five loaves and two fish

Learners to narrate the story of the little boy with five loaves and two fish

In groups learners to draw the two fish and five loaves of bread

Oxford Growing in Christ page 54-55

Bible

Pictures

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

3

The life of Jesus Christ

The little boy with five loaves and two fish

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to state the number of baskets that remained after feeding the people

How many Baskets remained after feeding the people?

In groups learners to draw the two fish and five loaves of bread

Learners to role play the miracle

Learners to sing a song about the five loaves and two fish

Oxford Growing in Christ page 54-55

Bible

Pictures

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

6

1

The life of Jesus Christ

The little boy with five loaves and two fish

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to state the number of baskets that remained after feeding the people and relate it to keeping the environment clean

How many baskets remained after feeding the people?

In groups learners to draw the two fish and five loaves of bread

Learners to role play the miracle

Learners to sing a song about the five loaves and two fish

Oxford Growing in Christ page 54-55

Bible

Pictures

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

2

The life of Jesus Christ

The little boy with five loaves and two fish

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to state the number of baskets that remained after feeding the people and relate it to keeping the environment clean

How many baskets remained after feeding the people?

In groups learners to draw the two fish and five loaves of bread

Learners to role play the miracle

Learners to sing a song about the five loaves and two fish

Oxford Growing in Christ page 54-55

Bible

Pictures

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

3

The life of Jesus Christ

The little boy with five loaves and two fish

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to appreciate the miracle of the five loaves and two fish by sharing with others

How many baskets remained after feeding the people?

In groups learners to draw the two fish and five loaves of bread

Learners to role play the miracle

Learners to sing a song about the five loaves and two fish

Oxford Growing in Christ page 56

Bible

Pictures

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

7

1

Jesus Christ walks on water

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: describe the miracle of Jesus Christ walking on water and have faith in God

Who walked on water? Why were the disciples frightened at the sea?

Learners to read Mathew 14:22-33 Learners to mention who walked on water

Learners to discuss in pairs why the disciples were frightened, Mathew 14:26 learners to watch a video of Jesus walking on water

Learners to sing a song on Jesus walking on water

Oxford Growing in Christ page 56

Bible

Pictures

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

2

Jesus Christ walks on water

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: describe the miracle of Jesus Christ walking on water and have faith in God

Who walked on water? Why were the disciples frightened at the sea?

Learners to discuss in pairs why the disciples were frightened, Mathew 14:26 learners to watch a video of Jesus walking on water

Learners to sing a song on Jesus walking on water

Oxford Growing in Christ page 57-58

Bible

Pictures

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

3

Jesus Christ walks on water

appreciate Jesus’ power in their lives to overcome daily challenges

Who walked on water?

Why were the disciples frightened at the sea?

Learners to discuss in pairs why the disciples were frightened, Mathew 14:26

Learners to watch a video of Jesus walking on water

Learners to sing a song on Jesus walking on water

Oxford Growing in Christ page 57-58

Bible

Pictures

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

8

1

The life of Jesus Christ

Raising of Jairus’ Daughter

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: analyze the miracle of raising Jairus’ daughter and have faith in

God

What happened at Jairus house?

Whose daughter did Jesus Christ raise from death?

Learners to read Mark 5:35-43

Learners to narrate the story of raising Jairus’ daughter

Learners to watch a video on raising Jairus’ daughter

Learners to recite Mark 5:41

Oxford Growing in Christ page 59-60

Bible

Pictures 

Language Activities through reading,

Movement and Creative Activities through singing,

Environmental

Activities as they visit neighbors

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

2

The life of Jesus Christ

Raising of Jairus’ Daughter

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: analyze the miracle of raising Jairus’ daughter and have faith in God

What happened at Jairus house?

Whose daughter did Jesus Christ raise from death?

Learners to watch a video on raising Jairus’ daughter

Learners to recite Mark 5:41

Learners to sing a song on raising Jairus’ daughter

Oxford Growing in Christ page 59-60

Bible

Pictures 

Language Activities through reading,

Movement and Creative Activities through singing,

Environmental Activities as they visit neighbors

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank

spaces ,puzzles

3

The life of Jesus Christ

Raising of Jairus’ Daughter

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: appreciate the power of Jesus Christ over death

What happened at Jairus house?

Whose daughter did Jesus Christ raise from death?

Learners to watch a video on raising Jairus’ daughter learners to recite Mark 5:41

Learners to sing a song on raising Jairus’ daughter

Oxford Growing in Christ page 61

Bible

Pictures  language Activities through reading,

Movement and Creative Activities through singing,

Environmental Activities as they visit neighbors

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

9

1

The life of Jesus Christ

Raising of Jairus’ Daughter

appreciate the power of Jesus Christ over death

What happened at Jairus house?

 Whose daughter did Jesus Christ raise from death?

Learners to watch a video on raising Jairus’ daughter

Learners to recite Mark 5:41

Learners to sing a song on raising Jairus’ daughter

Oxford Growing in Christ page 59-60

Bible

Pictures 

Language Activities through reading,

Movement and Creative Activities through singing,

Environmental

Activities as they visit neighbors

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, questions and answers, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

2

The life of Jesus Christ

Easter

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: mention the importance of Easter in the life of a Christian

Why do we celebrate Easter?

Which activities take place during Easter?

Learners to read Mathew 28:1-6

Learners to list the activities that take place during Easter celebrations

Learners to list in groups the importance of celebrating Easter

Oxford Growing in Christ page 62-63

Bible

Pictures  Sing songs about Easter, memorize Bible verses

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, question and answer, listening, reciting, checklist, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

3

The life of Jesus Christ

Easter

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: mention the importance of Easter in the life of a Christian

Why do we celebrate Easter?

Which activities take place during Easter?

Learners to read Mathew 28:1-6

Learners to list the activities that take place during Easter celebrations Learners to list in groups the importance of celebrating Easter

Oxford Growing in Christ page 62-63

Bible Sing songs about Easter, memorize Bible verses

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, question and answer, listening, reciting, checklist, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

10

1

The life of Jesus Christ

Easter

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: identify the events that take place during Easter celebrations

Why is Easter important to us?

Learners to role play the resurrection of Jesus in Mathew 28:1-6

Learners to recite Mathew 28:6

Learners to sing songs about Jesus resurrection

Oxford Growing in Christ page 62-63

Bible Sing songs about Easter, memorize Bible verses

Oral questions, written quizzes, question and answer, listening, reciting, checklist, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

2

Easter

appreciate the resurrection of Jesus Christ by taking part in Easter celebrations

Why is Easter important to us?

Learners to role play the resurrection of Jesus in Mathew 28:1-6

Learners to recite Mathew 28:6

Learners to sing songs about Jesus resurrection

Oxford Growing in Christ page 64-65

Bible Sing songs about Easter, memorize Bible verses

Oral questions, written quizzes, question and answer, listening, reciting, checklist, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

3

Christian Values

Honesty

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: narrate the story of Ananias

What did Ananias and Sapphira do against God?

Learners to read the story of Ananias and Sapphira in Acts 5:1-11

Learners to discuss in groups the lessons learnt from the story of Ananias and Sapphira.

Learners to role play the story of Ananias and Sapphira

Oxford Growing in Christ page 66-67 Singing and dancing, dramatization, storytelling

Oral questions, written quizzes, question and answer, listening, reciting, checklist, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

11

END OF TERM ASSESSMENT AND CLOSING

Week

Lesson

Strand

Sub-Strand

Specific Learning Outcomes

Key Inquiry  Question(S)

Learning Experience

Learning Resources

Assessment Methods

Reflection

1

1

Creation

Self- Awareness Parts of the body 

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to:  appreciate himself/herself as created in the image and likeness of God for His glory

In whose image and likeness are you created?

Learners to read Genesis 1:27

Learners to recite Psalms 139:13

Learners to list in groups good thoughts and feelings e.g. loving others, sharing, helping parents, having joy

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 2-3

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

2

Creation

Self- Awareness 

How I think and feel

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: make choices that are acceptable to God in their lives

What are the effects of the choices you make?

In pair’s learners to list effects of choices they make and present them before the class Learners to sing a song ‘I’ m happy today so happy in Jesus name I’m happy……………’

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 4

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

3

Creation

Self- Awareness How I think and feel

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: control thoughts and feelings in daily life

How do you control your thoughts and feelings?

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages

Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 2-3

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 2-3

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

2

1

Creation

Self-Awareness : Making the right choices

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: make choices that are acceptable to God in their lives

What are the effects of the choices you make?

In pairs learners to list effects of choices they make and present them before the class Learners to sing a song ‘I’

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 5-6

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

2

Creation

My Family The head of the family

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: recognize the head of the family and respect them

Who is the head of the family?

Learners to name the head of the family

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 7-8

3

Creation

My Family: The extended family

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: name family members in the nuclear and extended family for identification

Who are you? Family members?

Learners to name family members

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 8-9

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

3

1

Creation

My Family The family tree

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: draw the family tree to understand relationships within the family

What is a family tree?

Learner to draw and color the family tree

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 9-11

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

2

Creation

Adam and Eve

Our first parents 

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: acknowledge God as the creator of Adam and Eve as our first parents on earth

Who created? Adam and Eve?

Learners to read Genesis 2:7, 21

Learners to read Genesis 2:16-17

Learners to tell how man disobeyed God in Genesis 3:6-7

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 12-13

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

3

Creation

Adam and Eve disobeyed God

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: describe how Adam and Eve disobeyed God and desire to obey God in their daily lives

How did man disobey God?

Learners to mention the result of man’s disobedience; Genesis 3:23

Learners to list the importance of obeying parents

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 14-15

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

4

1

Creation

Adam and Eve are punished

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: state the results of disobeying God’s command to avoid sin explain the importance of obeying parents to live a harmonious family life

What was the result of man’s disobedience?

Why should you obey your parents?

Learners to recite Ephesians 6:2 Learners to compose a poem on the importance of obeying teachers

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 16-17

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

2

Creation

Adam and Eve are punished

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to explain the importance of obeying teachers to promote good relationships at school

Why should you obey teachers?

Learners to recite Ephesians 6:2

Learners to compose a poem on the importance of obeying teachers

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 16-19

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

3

The Holy Bible

The Bible as the word of God

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: differentiate the Bible from other books as a Holy Book used by Christians

What is the Bible?

Learners to sing the song “My Bible and

Learners to read 2 Timothy 3:16 and discuss why they should respect the Bible

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 20-21

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

5

1

The Holy Bible

The Bible as the word of God

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: explain how the writing of the Bible was different from other books and respect it

Who wrote the? Bible

In pairs, learners to state the number of books in the New Testament

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 21

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

3

The Holy Bible

The Bible as the word of God

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: name the four Gospel books in the New Testament and relate them to the teachings of Jesus Christ Appreciate the Bible as a guide in their daily lives

What are the four Gospel books in the?

New Testament?

Why is the Bible important in your daily lives?

Learners to discuss the importance of reading the Bible always

The learners to recite Psalms 119:105

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 25

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

6

1

The Holy Bible

The Bible Story: Moses and the Burning Bush

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: narrate what happened in the story of Moses and the burning bush and relate it with the holy places of worship

What happened to Moses at Mt.Sinai?

In groups, learners to role play the story of Moses and the burning bush In pairs, learners to discuss the value of obedience

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 26-27

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

2

The Holy Bible

The Bible Story: Moses and the Burning Bush

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: discuss how Moses expressed obedience and apply it in their daily lives

What did Moses do to show that the place was holy?

In groups, learners to role play the story of Moses and the burning bush In pairs, learners to discuss the value of Obedience

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 26-27

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

3

The Bible Story: Moses and the Burning Bush

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: narrate what happened in the story of Moses and the burning bush and relate it with the holy places of worship

How did Moses Express obedience

Learners to read Exodus 3:1-6 Learners to watch a video of Moses and the burning bush in groups, learners to role play the story of Moses and the burning bush

In pairs, learners to discuss the value of Obedience

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 28-29

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

7

1

The Bible Story: Moses and the Burning Bush

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: discuss how Moses expressed obedience and apply it in their daily lives

How did Moses express obedience

Learners to read Exodus 3:1-6

Learners to watch a video of Moses and the burning bush in groups, learners to role play the story of Moses and the burning bush

In pairs, learners to discuss the value of obedience

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color

Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 29-30

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

2

Bible Story;

The big fish swallows Jonah

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: narrate the story of Jonah and be obedient to God

How did Jonah disobey God

In pairs, learners to draw and color the big fish In groups, learners to state why they should be obedient to God and others

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 31-32

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

3

Bible Story;

The big fish swallows Jonah

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: explain results of Jonah’s disobedience and desire to obey God

What was the result of Jonah’s disobedience?

In pairs, learners to draw and color the big fish In groups, learners to state why they should be obedient to God and others

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 31-32

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

8

1

Bible Story;

Naaman is Healed

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: describe the healing of Naaman

Which disease was Naaman suffering from?

Learners to read the story of Naaman in 2 Kings 5:1-14 In groups, learners to list instructions given to Naaman by prophet Elisha Learners to watch a video clip on Naaman’s healing Learners to dramatize the story of Naaman

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 35-36

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

2

Bible Story;

Naaman is Healed

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: Explain desire to have faith in God 

Which instructions were given to Naaman? By Prophet Elisha?

Learners to read the story of Naaman in 2 Kings 5:1-14 In groups, learners to list instructions given to Naaman by prophet Elisha Learners to watch a video clip on

Naaman’s healing Learners to dramatize the story of Naaman

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 35-36

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

3

Bible Story;

Naaman is Healed

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: explain how God helps us

Which instructions were given to Naaman by Prophet Elisha?

In groups, learners to list instructions given to Naaman by prophet Elisha

Learners to watch a video clip on Naaman’s healing Learners to dramatize the story of Naaman

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 36-37

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

9

1

The Holy Bible

The three Hebrew men are rescued from fire.

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: narrate the story of the three Hebrew men 

What happened to the three Hebrew men?

Learners to tell why the three men were thrown into the fire

Learners to draw and color the three Hebrew men and the fourth person who rescued them

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 40-41

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

2

The Holy Bible

The three Hebrew men are rescued from fire.

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: narrate the strengthen their relationship with God

What happened to the three Hebrew men?

Learners to tell why the three men were thrown into the fire

Learners to draw and color the three Hebrew men and the fourth person who rescued them

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 40-41

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

3

The Holy Bible

The three Hebrew men are rescued from fire.

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: trust God to cope with daily challenges

Who rescued the three Hebrew men from fire?

Learners to tell why the three men were thrown into the fire

Learners to draw and color the three Hebrew men and the fourth person who rescued them

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 40-41

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

10

1

The Holy Bible

Elisha and the Boys

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: explain the story of Elisha  explain the boys and relate it to their day to day lives

Why was Elisha annoyed with the boys?

Learners to read 2 Kings 2: 23-24

Learners to mention the number of boys in the story

Learners to draw, color and display pictures of two bears

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 42-43

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

2

Elisha and the Boys

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: apply the story in their daily lives by respecting the elderly at home, church, school and the community

How many boys were there?

Learners to sing a simple song on Elisha and the boys

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 42-43

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

3

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

Wise men guided by the Star

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: identify the star that guided the wise men and desire to be led by God in their daily lives Respecting the elderly

Who were the wise men?

Matt 2:1-2 Learners to role play, “wise men guided by the star’’

Learners to draw  stars and color them

Learners to watch a video clip on the wise men from the East

Learners to sing a song about the stars

Movement and Creative Activities as they sing, dance, draw and color Languages Activities as they recite Bible verses Oxford growing in Christ pg. 42-43

Oral questions, portfolios, written quizzes, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces, puzzles

Learning experiences

Learning resources

Learners to read Colossians 3:23 Learners to display and count the items they carry to school

In pairs, learners to list the use of each item Learners to sing a song about items they carry to school

Learners to draw and color items they carry to school

Learners to discuss why they should not forget school items at home

Bible

KLB Visionary CRE

activities learners’

book grade 149-151

Learners to read Colossians 3:23 Learners to display and count the items they carry to school

In pairs, learners to list the use of each item

Learners to sing a song  about items they carry to school

Learners to draw and colour items they carry to school

Learners to discuss why they should not forget school items at home

Bible

KLB Visionary CRE

activities learners’

book grade 152-155

Why do you carry these items to school?

What happens when you forget items at home?

Learners to read Colossians 3:23 Learners to display and count the items they carry to school

In pairs, learners to list the use of each item Learners to sing a song about items they carry to school

Learners to draw and colour items they carry to school

Learners to discuss why they should not forget school items at home

Bible

KLB Visionary CRE

activities learners’

book grade 155-157

Learners to read Matthew 6:9-10

Learners to recite the first 4 lines of Lord’s prayer Mathew 6:9-10)

Learners to sing a song on the Lord’s prayer

Learners to read Luke 11:5-10

Bible

KLB Visionary CRE

activities learners’

book grade 158-161

portfolios, observation, written quizzes, question and answer, reciting, checklists, drawing, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles

2

Christian Values

Prayer

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to narrate the story of a friend at midnight and apply it in their lives

How frequently do you recite The Lord’s prayer?

Why should we pray

Learners to read Matthew 6:9-10

Learners to recite the first 4 lines of Lord’s prayer Mathew 6:9-10) Learners to sing a song on the Lord’s prayer

Learners to read Luke 11:5-10

Bible

KLB Visionary CRE

activities learners’

book grade 163-165

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, question and answer, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles, projects

3

Christian Values

Prayer

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to narrate the story of a friend at midnight and apply it in their lives

How frequently do you recite The Lord’s prayer?

Why should we pray

Learners to read Matthew 6:9-10

Learners to recite the first 4 lines of Lord’s prayer Mathew 6:9-10) Learners to sing a song on the Lord’s prayer

Learners to read Luke 11:5-10

Bible

KLB Visionary CRE

activities learners’

book grade 165-167

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, question and answer, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles, projects

3

1

Christian Values

Prayer

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to desire to pray regularly to develop a relationship with God

How frequently do you recite The Lord’s prayer?

Why should we pray

Learners to read Matthew 6:9-10

Learners to recite the first 4 lines of Lord’s prayer Mathew 6:9-10) Learners to sing a song on the Lord’s prayer

Learners to read Luke 11:5-10

Bible

KLB Visionary CRE

activities learners’

book grade 169-170

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, question and answer, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles, projects

2

The Church

The Holy Spirit

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: state the promise Jesus gave to His disciples and desire to have faith in God

What did Jesus promise His disciples

Learners to mention examples of promises they have been given by their parents

Learners to read Acts 1: 4 and Acts 2:3-4 Learners to discuss the work of the Holy Spirit (He strengthens-Luke 24:49,guides- Romans 8:14, and unite Christians Ephesians- 4:3-4)

Learners to be guided to write the work of the Holy Spirit on flash cards and read them aloud in pairs

Learners to be guided to sing a song about the work of the Holy Spirit

Bible

KLB Visionary CRE

activities learners’

book grade 171-173

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, question and answer, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles, projects

3

The Church

The Holy Spirit

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: state the promise Jesus gave to His disciples and desire to have faith in God

What did Jesus promise His disciples

Learners to mention examples of promises they have been given by their parents

Learners to read Acts 1: 4 and Acts 2:3-4 Learners to discuss the work of the Holy Spirit (He strengthens-Luke 24:49,guides- Romans 8:14, and unite Christians Ephesians- 4:3-4)

Learners to be guided to write the work of the Holy Spirit on flash cards and read them aloud in pairs

Learners to be guided to sing a song about the work of the Holy Spirit

Bible

KLB Visionary CRE

activities learners’

book grade 171-173

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, question and answer, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles, projects

4

1

The Church

The Holy Spirit

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: state the promise Jesus gave to His disciples and desire to have faith in God

What did Jesus promise His disciples

Learners to mention examples of promises they have been given by their parents

Learners to read Acts 1: 4 and Acts 2:3-4 Learners to discuss the work of the Holy Spirit (He strengthens-Luke 24:49,guides- Romans 8:14, and unite Christians Ephesians- 4:3-4)

Learners to be guided to write the work of the Holy Spirit on flash cards and read them aloud in pairs

Learners to be guided to sing a song about the work of the Holy Spirit

Bible

KLB Visionary CRE

activities learners’

book grade 175-178

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, question and answer, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles, projects

2

The Church

The Holy Spirit

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: state the promise Jesus gave to His disciples and desire to have faith in God

What did Jesus promise His disciples

Learners to mention examples of promises they have been given by their parents

Learners to read Acts 1: 4 and Acts 2:3-4 Learners to discuss the work of the Holy Spirit (He strengthens-Luke 24:49,guides- Romans 8:14, and unite Christians Ephesians- 4:3-4)

Learners to be guided to write the work of the Holy Spirit on flash cards and read them aloud in pairs

Learners to be guided to sing a song about the work of the Holy Spirit

Bible

KLB Visionary CRE

activities learners’

book grade 175-178

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, question and answer, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles, projects

3

The Church

The Holy Spirit

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: appreciate the work of the Holy Spirit in their day to day lives

What is the work of the Holy Spirit?

Learners to discuss the work of the Holy Spirit (He strengthens-Luke 24:49,guides- Romans 8:14, and unite Christians Ephesians- 4:3-4)

Learners to be guided to write the work of the Holy Spirit on flash cards and read them aloud in pairs

Learners to be guided to sing a song about the work of the Holy Spirit

Bible

KLB Visionary CRE

activities learners’

book grade 175-178

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, question and answer, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles, projects

5

1

The Church

The Holy Spirit

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to :appreciate the work of the Holy Spirit in their day to day lives

What is the work of the Holy Spirit?

Learners to discuss the work of the Holy Spirit (He strengthens-Luke 24:49,guides- Romans 8:14, and unite Christians Ephesians- 4:3-4)

Learners to be guided to write the work of the Holy Spirit on flash cards and read them aloud in pairs

Learners to be guided to sing a song about the work of the Holy Spirit

Bible

KLB Visionary CRE

activities learners’

book grade 181-183

Oral questions, portfolios, observation, written quizzes, question and answer, reciting, checklists, filling in blank spaces ,puzzles, projects

WEEK

LESSON

STRANDS

SUB -STRAND

SPECIFIC LEARNING OUTCOMES

KEY INQURY QUESTIONS

LEARNING EXPERIENCES

LEARNING RESOURCES

ASSESSMENT

REFLECTION

1

1

2

1

The early Life of Jesus Christ

Kindness of the Wise Men

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: list the gifts given to baby Jesus and develop the value of sharing

What did the wise men bring to baby Jesus?

Learners to read Mathew 2:11

Learners to name gifts that were brought to baby Jesus by the three wise men

Regalia charts

Observation

Oral questions

2

Kindness of the Wise Men

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: state the gifts given to baby Jesus and develop the value of sharing

What did the wise men bring to baby Jesus?

Learners to read Mathew 2:11

Learners to state gifts that were brought to baby Jesus by the three wise men

Regalia Charts

Observation

Oral questions

3

Kindness of the Wise Men

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to: acquire the skill of assertiveness by refusing gifts from strangers

What should you do when your family members bring gifts to you?

Learners to list in groups the negative results of receiving gifts from strangers

Learners to sing a gratitude song about Jesus love, ‘Jesus love is very very  wonderful…………’

Regalia Charts

Observation

Oral questions

3

1

Kindness of the Wise Men

By the end of the Sub strand, the learner should be able to:
appreciate Jesus as a
gift from God in their
lives

What should you do when your family members bring gifts to
you?

Learners to list in groups the negative results of receiving gifts from strangers
Learners to sing
a gratitude song
about Jesus love,
‘Jesus love is very
very wonderful……………’

Regalia charts

Observation

Oral questions

Oral questions

Learners to discuss the type of work Joseph, the father of Jesus did

Learners to list in groups how Jesus helped His father Learners to list
the activities they do at home

Observation

Oral questions

Learners to discuss the type of work Joseph, the father of
Jesus did

Learners to list in groups how Jesus helped His father

Learners to list the activities they do at home

Observation

Oral questions

Learners to write a
poem on “Jesus
worked’’

Learners to keep
their home, class and
compound clean

Observation

Oral questions

Observation

Oral questions

Learners to watch a video on the miracle of calming the storm

Learners to discuss in
pairs what they do
when they face
difficulties

Observation

Oral questions

Learners to watch a
video on the miracle
of calming the storm

Learners to discuss in
pairs what they do
when they face
difficulties

Observation

Oral questions

Learners to discuss
in pairs what they
do when they face
difficulties

Learners to role
play the miracle of
calming the storm

Observation

Oral questions

Learners to read Luke
5:3-9 

Learners to watch a
video on the miraculous catch of
fish

Observation

Oral questions

Learners to role play
the miraculous catch
of fish

Learners to sing the
song ‘I will make you
fishers of
men…………………'

Observation

Oral questions

Learners to discuss
the miraculous catch
of fish

Learners to sing the
song ‘I will make you
fishers of
men…………………'

Observation

Oral questions

Learners to discuss
the miraculous catch
of fish

Learners to sing the
song ‘I will make you
fishers of
men…………………'

Observation

Oral questions

Observation

Oral questions

Observation

Oral questions

Observation

Oral questions

Observation

Oral questions

Learners to write I
Cor 15:3-4 on flash
cards and recite the
verse in turns

Learners to mention what happened on Good Friday

Learners to view a
picture of Jesus
nailed on the cross

Observation

Oral questions

Learners to write I
Cor 15:3-4 on flash
cards and recite the
verse in turns

Learners to mention what happened on Good Friday

Learners to view a
picture of Jesus
nailed on the cross

Observation

Oral questions

Observation

Oral questions

Observation

Oral questions

Observation

Oral questions

Observation

Oral questions

Observation

Oral questions

Observation

Oral questions

Observation

Oral questions

Learners to discuss
how disobedience
affects them
negatively

Learners to sing a
song on obedience
“trust and obey for
there’s no other
way……………..’’

Observation

Oral questions

Observation

Oral questions

Observation

Oral questions

Observation

Oral questions

WEEK

LESSON

STRAND THEME

SUB-STRAND

SPECIFIC LEARNING OUTCOMES

KEY INQUIRY QUESTIONS

LEARNING EXPERIENCE

LEARNING RESOURCES

ASSESSMENT METHODS

REFLECTION

1

1

Creation

Self awareness (Myself)

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to state what they like about themselves as God’s creation

What is your name? Are you a boy or a girl?

Learners to mention what they like about themselves

Learners

Oral questions

2

Creation

Learners similarities and differences

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to state the similarities and differences among themselves

How many are short?

How many are tall?

Learners to state their similarities and differences

Learners

Observation Oral questions

3

Creation

Chores done at home as service to God

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to state different chores done at home as service to God

Which chores do you perform home at?

Learner to state different chores they do at home as service to God

Pictures

Oral questions

2

1

Creation

Role play (chores done at home)

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to role play different chores they do at home as service to God

Which chores do you perform at home?

Learners to role play chores they do at home as service to God

Realia

(broom utensils mop)

Observation Oral questions

2

Creation

My family Members of a nuclear family

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to name members of the nuclear family

Whom do you live with?

Learners to name members of a nuclear family

Pictures

Drawing Oral questions

3

Creation

My relatives (extended family)

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to identify members of an extended family to enhance a sense of belonging

Who are your relatives?

Learners to name members of an extended family

Draw members of an extended family

Pictures

Drawing Oral questions

3

1

Creation

Items shared at home

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to state items shared at home for family unity

What do we share at home?

Why do we share at home?

Learners to state items shared at home for family unity

Realias

Fruits

Drawing

Oral questions

2

Creation

Items that are not shared at home

The learner to state items that are not shared at home for healthy living

Which are some of the things we cannot share at home

Learners to state items that are not shared at home

Realia

Handkerchief

Socks

Comb

Drawing Oral questions

3

Creation

Creation of the sky, moon and the stars Observing the sky

The learner should be able to state heavenly bodies created by God

Who created the sky, moon and stars?

Learners to observe the sky and the heavenly bodies Learners to state who created the heavenly bodies

The sky
Chart showing the sky and heavenly bodies

Observation Oral questions

4

1

Creation

Drawing and colouring heavenly bodies

The learner should be able to draw the heavenly bodies created by God in their work books

What are the heavenly bodies that God created?

Learners to draw and colour heavenly bodies created by God

Pictures on the chart

Observation Drawing

2

Creation

Making cut outs and mount heavenly bodies in their work book

The learner to make cut outs of heavenly bodies and mount them in their books

What is the shape of the sun?

Learners to make cutouts of heavenly bodies and mount them in their books

Manila papers Pair of scissors

Glue

Observation Oral questions

3

Creation

Order of creation

State the order of creation from day one to day six

Who created everything?

Learners to state the order of creation State the creator of everything

Surrounding environment

Oral questions

5

1

The Holy Bible

The Bible as a guide in daily lives (reasons for reading the Bible)

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to identify reasons for reading the Bible to

Strengthen their faith in God

Why do you read the bible?

Learners to identify reasons for reading the Bible

Bible

Oral questions

2

The Holy Bible

Listening to a video clip

Appreciate the Bible as a guide to Christian living

Why do you read the Bible

Learners to watch a clip of children reading the Bible

Laptops

Observation Oral questions

3

The Holy Bible

Memory verse

Recite a memory verse from 119:105 about the Bible

Why do we read the Bible?

Learners to sing a song about the Bible Recite a memory verse about the Bible

Bible

Oral questions

6

1-2

The Holy Bible

Divisions of the Bible

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to state the number of books in the old testament

Why do we read the Bible?

Learners to state the number of books in the old testament

Bible

Oral questions

3

The Holy Bible

First books of the old testament (law books)

Identify the first two books of the old testament to be familiar with the Bible

Which is the first book of the Bible?

Learners to identify the first two books of the Bible Make flash cards on the first two books of the Bible

Flash cards Bible

Observation Oral questions

7

1

The Holy Bible

Role play (number of book in the old testament)

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to state the names of the books of the old testament to be familiar with the Bible

Which are the first books of the old testament?

Learners to state the names of the books of the old testament

Flash cards

Observation Oral questions

2

The Holy Bible

Bible story the call of Samuel

Describe the call of Samuel and relate it to their daily lives

Who called Samuel?

Learn to describe the call the call of Samuel and relate it to their daily lives by obeying God

Bible

Oral questions

3

The Holy Bible

The call of Samuel

Describe the call of Samuel according to what they watched

How many times was Samuel called?

Learners to watch a video clip on the call of Samuel

Bible

Oral questions

8

1

The Holy Bible

The call of Samuel

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to describe the call of Samuel after role playing

How many times was Samuel called?

Learners to role play a skit on the call of Samuel

Bible

Observation Oral questions

2

The Holy Bible

Reasons why God chose Noah

The learner should be able to state reasons why God chose Noah to build the ark.

Why did God choose Noah to build the ark.

Learners to state reasons why God chose Noah to build the ark.

Bible

Oral questions

Written quizzes

3

The Holy Bible

The story of Noah and the ark

Narrate the story of Noah and the ark and relate it to their lives by obeying God and their parents.

Who built the ark?

Learners to narrate the story of Noah and the ark

Bible

Written quizzes Listening

9

1

The Holy Bible

Importance of obeying parents

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to state the importance of obeying parents at home.

Why do you obey parents?

Learners to state the importance of obeying parents

Bible

Oral questions

2

The Holy

Bible

Noah and the ark (Role play)

Narrate the story od Noah and relate it to their lives by obeying God and parents

How did Noah respond to God?

Learners to role play the story of Noah and the ark.

Picture cut out of the ark

Observation check list

3

The Holy Bible

Daniel prays to God

Mention number of times Daniel prayed to God and relate it to their lives

How many times did Daniel pray in a day?

Learners to mention number of times Daniel prayed to God

Bible

Oral questions

10

1

The Holy Bible

Daniel in the den of lions

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to narrate the story of Daniel in the den od lions

Why was Daniel thrown in the den of lions?

Learners to listen and answer questions from the story

Pictures

Oral questions

2

The Holy Bible

Watch a video clip

Watching a video clip about Daniel in the den and how he was rescued

How did God save Daniel from the den of lions?

Learners to watch a video on story of Daniel in the den of

lions

Video clips

Oral questions

3

The Holy Bible

Daniel is rescued from the den of lions

Role play the story of Daniel

Who rescued Daniel from the den of lions

Learners to role play Daniel in the den of lions and how he is rescued

Bible

Observation

11

1-2

The Holy

Bible

The widow of Zarephath

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to narrate the story of the widow of Zarephath

Why did Elijah go to Zarephath

Learners to narrate the story of the widow of Zarephath

Pictures

Oral questions

3

The Holy Bible

Drawing and colouring

To draw and colour a loaf of bread in the workbook

Who fed Elijah while at Zarephath

Learners to draw and colour a loaf of bread

Bread

Observation

12

1

The Holy Bible

Role play

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to role play the story of Elijah and widow of Zarephath

How did the widow get enough flour?

Learners to role play the story of Elijah and the widow of Zarephath

Flour jars

Observation

Oral questions

2

The early life of Jesus Christ

Kidness of the wisement

Narrate how they celebrate their birthday

How do we celebrate birthdays?

Learners to narrate how they celebrate birthday

Pictures

Oral questions

3

The early life of Jesus Christ

The birth of Jesus Christ

Narrate the birth of Jesus Christ

Who announced the birth of Jesus Christ

Learners to narrate the birth of Christ

Pictures showing baby Jesus Christ

Oral questions

13

1

The early life of Jesus

Christ

Visitors who visited baby Jesus

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to name people who visited baby Jesus and where they came from

Who visited baby Jesus?

Learners to name the people who visited baby Jesus

Pictures

Oral questions

2

The early life of Jesus Christ

The gifts brought to baby Jesus

To name the gifts brought to baby Jesus

Which gifts were brought to baby Jesus?

Learners to list gifts given to baby Jesus and develop the value of sharing

Pictures

Oral questions

3

The early life of Jesus Christ

Jesus Christ worked

Name some of the simple chores done at school home, church and school

What do you do during school holidays?

Learners to name some of the simple chores done at school, home and church

Pictures

Oral questions

14

1

The early life of Jesus Christ

Joseph the father of Jesus

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to discuss the type of work Joseph the father of Jesus did

What type of work did Jesus’ father do?

Learners to discuss the type of work Joseph the father of

Jesus did

Pictures showing Joseph doing some work

Oral questions

2

The early life of Jesus Christ

Jesus helps his father Joseph

To list how Jesus helped his father Joseph

How did Jesus help his father?

Learners in a group to list how Jesus helped his father.

Pictures

Oral questions Observation

3

The early life of Jesus

Poem about Jesus

To write and say a poem about “Jesus worked”

How did Jesus work?

Learners to write a poem on how Jesus worked

Pictures

Observation

week

lesson

strand

Sub strand

Specific learning objectives

Key inquiry question

Learning experience

Learning resources

Assessment

Remarks

1

1

Christian values

honesty

By the end of the sub strand the learners should be able to:

State the reason for telling the truth and apply it their daily lives

Explain the reason being always honest

Identify the lessons learned from a story Given by the teacher about honesty

Why should we tell the truth?

Why is it good to tell the truth?

Learners to read in groups proverbs 12:17-19

Learners to tell the reason why they should tell the truth

Learners to observe the pictures of a person telling the truth and should state the reason for being honest Learners to discuss and identify the lessons learned from telling the truth

Pictures Bible Oxford Growing in Christ C.R.E

Activities Learners book Grade 1 by Hezron Onyango Lucy Lwachira Jesse

watiki Dennis Rutere Goretti Atogoh page 64-68

Asking learners questions

1

2

Christian

values

honesty

By the end of the sub

strand the learners should be able to:

Recognize the Importance of being honest and apply it in their daily life

Understand the reason why God want them to tell the truth always

Why should you be honest?

Learners to read proverbs

Learners to recite the verse I n the Bible

Learners to observe the pictures and tell the de reason for saying the truth Learners to sing a song about honesty

Bible

Pictures Oxford Growing in Christ C.R.E

Activities Learners book Grade 1 by Hezron Onyango Lucy Lwachira Jesse

watiki Dennis Rutere Goretti Atogoh page 64-68

Observe

learners as they recite the verse Asking learners questions

1

3

Christian values

Honesty

By the end of the sub strand the learners should be able to:

Demonstrate responsibilities by completing their homework

Describe honesty by not copying their pupils work

Why is it wrong to copying other learning work?

Learners in pairs to list negative

results of copying other pupils work

Learners to observe picture and the tell the pupils who are copying other learners work

Learners to roleplay oh how pupils each other’s work and tell how it is wrong

Pictures Oxford Growing in Christ C.R.E

Activities Learners book Grade 1 by Hezron Onyango Lucy L.

Wachira Jesse Watiki Dennis Rutere Goretti Atogoh page 64-68

Observe learners as they role play 

Asking questions

2

1

Christian values

Honesty

By the end of the sub strand learners should be able to:

Demonstrate honesty by taking lost and found items to their teacher

Avoid taking other people’s items without permission to do for peaceful co-existence with others

Why is it wrong to take other peoples’ items?

Learners to read the verse in the Bible proverbs 12:17-19

Learners to observe the picture of taking back lost and found items to the teacher and role play it

Learners to sing a song about honesty and not taking other people’s items

Picture Bible Oxford Growing in Christ Activities Learners book Grade 1 by Hezron Onyango Lucy Lwachira Jesse

watiki Dennis Rutere Goretti Atogoh page 64-68

Asking questions

2

2

Christian values

Honesty

By the end of the sub strand learners to:

Demonstrate responsibility by completing homework in time

Demonstrate punctuality at school and at home to be responsible

Why do we have to complete homework in time?

Learners to state the reason why they should complete their homework in time

Learners to observe the picture of a pupil who complete work given on time and be punctual in school

Pictures Bible Oxford Growing in Christ

Activities Learners book Grade 1 by Hezron Onyango Lucy Lwachira Jesse

watiki Dennis Rutere Goretti Atogoh page 64-68

Asking question

2

3

Christian values

Honesty

By the end of the sub strand the learners should be able to:

Identify what happen when one lies and should apply it in their daily life

Understand the importance of being honest and how they should embrace in their daily experience

What happens when one lies?

Learners to identify what happens when one does tell the truth and state the consequences they should face Learners to observe the picture of individual being punished for not telling the truth Learners to state the importance of being honest Learners to recite the verse

Pictures Bible Oxford Growing in Christ Activities Learners book Grade 1 by Hezron Onyango Lucy Lwachira Jesse

watiki Dennis Rutere Goretti Atogoh

Observe learners as the recite the verse

3

1

Christian values

Thankfulness

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to:

Understand and identify the reason why they should thank their parents as a way of expressing gratitude

Mention ways of expressing gratitude to their parents

Why should we thank our parents

Learners to read Thessalonian 5:18 Learners to state the reason why they should be thankful to their parents

Learners to observe pictures of a child giving thanks to their parents and to demonstrate in class the how they should thank their parents

Sing a song of thanksgiving in class

Pictures Bible Oxford Growing in Christ Activities Learners book Grade 1 by Hezron Onyango Lucy Lwachira Jesse

watiki Dennis Rutere Goretti Atogoh page 69-73

Asking learners questions

3

2

Christian values

Thankfulness

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to:

Identify the importance of being thankful as God want them to say thank you

Describe ways of being thankful to God for always being with them

Why should we thank God?

Learners to read Thessalonian 5:18

Learners to state the importance of saying thank you as God wants them to say thank you

Learners to observe pictures of people praying to God to say thank you

Learners to read in the charts a prayer of thanks to God for everything they have

Pictures Charts Bible Oxford Growing in Christ Activities

Learners book Grade 1 by Hezron Onyango Lucy Lwachira Jesse

watiki Dennis Rutere Goretti Atogoh page 68-73

Asking learners question

3

3

Christian values

Thankfulness

By the end of the sub strand the learners should be able to:

Identify when to say thank you to their parents

State the reason why they should thank their parents

When should we thank our parents?

Learners to state when to thank their parents

Learners to observe the pictures of children thanking their parents and state the reason why they should thank their parents To read the poem in the chart and compose their own poem to say thank you to their parents

Pictures charts Oxford Growing in Christ Activities Learners book Grade 1 by Hezron Onyango Lucy Lwachira Jesse

watiki Dennis Rutere Goretti Atogoh page 69-73

Observe the learners as they recite and compose their own parents

4

1

Christian values

Thankfulness

By the end of the sub strand the learners should be able to:

Identify the reason they should thank their parents to promote good parental child relationship

Recognize that parents appreciate when their children thank you to them

How do we thank our parents

Learners to read the verse 1

Thessalonian 5:18

Learners observe the picture and state ways they should be thanking their parents

Learners to role play on how to thank their parents Learners to sing a song of thanksgiving to their parents

Pictures Bible Oxford Growing in Christ Activities Learners book Grade 1 by Hezron Onyango Lucy Lwachira Jesse watiki Dennis Rutere Goretti Atogoh page 69-73

Asking learners questions

4

2

Christian values

Thankfulness

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to:

Appreciate other people’s kindness by saying thank you

Thank God for their family, friend’s teachers and appreciate them all

Why do we have to say thank you?

Learners in pairs to list reason they should say thank you

Learners to role play the situation that say thank you gestures

Learners to exchange gift in pairs and practice

being thankful to each other Leaners to recite Thessalonian 5:18

Bible Charts Oxford Growing in Christ Activities Learners book Grade 1 by Hezron Onyango Lucy

Lwachira Jesse watiki Dennis Rutere Goretti Atogoh page 69-73

Observe learners as the recite and memorize the verse

4

3

Christian values

Thankfulness

By the end of the sub strand learners should be able to:

State the importance of being thankful and how they should appreciate in their day to day life

State the ways they should show gratitude to their friends when they do something good to them

Why do we have to say thank you

Learners to state the importance of being thankful and how they should embrace it in their day to day life

Learners to state how they should appreciate others by showing gratitude when they receive a good deed from their friend

Sind a song about showing gratitude

Bible Oxford Growing in Christ Activities Learners book Grade 1 by Hezron Onyango Lucy Lwachira Jesse watiki Dennis Rutere Goretti Atogoh page 69-73

Asking learners questions

5

1

The church

The church as the house of God

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to:

Identify that the church is the house of God

understand the reason we go to church tell when we go to church

Why do we go to church?

Learners to read psalms100: 4

Learners in pairs to state the reason why we go to the church

Learners to draw and color the church

Bible Pictures Oxford Growing in 

Christ Activities Learners book Grade 1 by Hezron Onyango Lucy Lwachira Jesse

watiki Dennis Rutere Goretti Atogoh page 74-80

Asking learners questions

5

2

The church

The church as the house of God

By the end of the sub strand learners should be able to:

Describe what happens in church

State why should we respect the church

What happens in church?

Learners to read psalms 100:4

Learners to describe what happens in church

Learners to role pray what happens in church

Learners to state the reason they should respect the church

Bible Pictures Oxford Growing in Christ Activities Learners book Grade 1 by Hezron Onyango Lucy Lwachira Jesse

watiki Dennis Rutere Goretti Atogoh page 74-80

Asking learners questions

5

3

The church

The church as the house of God

By the end of the sun strand the learner should be able to:

Describe how they should behave in church

State the reason why people sing and pray in church

How should we behave in church?

Learners to observe pictures on how people should behave in church

Learners to demonstrate on how they should behave in church

Learners to draw a church and how people behave in church

Pictures Bible Oxford Growing in Christ Activities Learners book Grade 1 by Hezron Onyango Lucy Lwachira Jesse

watiki Dennis Rutere Goretti Atogoh page 74-80

Observe learners as they draw a church

6

1

The church

The church as the house of God

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to:

State why people in church serve God

Tell how actively and regularly participate in church

Why do we serve God?

Learners to state the reason why people in church serve God

Learners to demonstrate how they serve God in church

Learners to tell how actively they participate in church activities

Learners to sing a song they sing in church

Pictures audio visual material Oxford Growing in Christ Activities Learners book Grade 1 by Hezron

Onyango Lucy Lwachira Jesse watiki Dennis Rutere Goretti Atogoh page 74-80

Asking learners questions

6

2

The church

The church as the house of God

By the end of the sub strand the learners should be able to:

Recognize the church as a place of worship

Learners to state how they respect the church as place of worship and a house of God

Why do we respect the church?

Learners to understand that church is a place we worship God

Learners to watch the video of a church and what people do at church to show respect and be able to respect the church a place of worshipping God

Learners to sing a song on how we should respect the church

Audio visual material Oxford Growing in Christ Activities Learners book Grade 1 by Hezron Onyango Lucy Lwachira Jesse

watiki Dennis Rutere Goretti Atogoh page 74-80

Asking learners questions t

6

3

The church

The church as the house of God

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to:

Acquire a sense of responsibility by serving God in church

Desire to growth in faith by attending Sunday school

Why do we respect God?

Learners to acquire as sense of responsibility by stating how they serve God

Learner’s to observe a picture of learners in a Sunday school and desire to attend Sunday school

Learning to sing a song about the church as the house of God

Pictures Oxford Growing in Christ Activities Learners book Grade 1 by Hezron Onyango Lucy Lwachira Jesse

watiki Dennis Rutere Goretti Atogoh page 74-80

Asking learners questions and observing them as they sing

7

1

The church

The church as the house of prayer

By the end of the sub strand learners should be able to:

Understand the reason why people pray

Identify place where people often offers prayers

Why do we pray?

Learners to state why people pray and how they should embrace it in their day to day life

Learners to observe the picture of people and state the reason why they pray

Learners to identify the place where they always offer their prayers

Pictures bible Oxford Growing in Christ Activities Learners book Grade 1 by Hezron Onyango Lucy Lwachira Jesse

watiki Dennis Rutere Goretti Atogoh page 81-83

Asking learners questions

7

2

The church

The church as the house of prayer

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to:

Write a prayer to thank God for everything God has done to them

Say simple prayer thank God for his provision

Why do we thank God for his provision?

Learners to write a payer to thank God for everything given to them

Learners to read a verse in Mathew 21:13

Learners to arrange letters using numbers by using flash cards Learners to say a simple prater to thank God for his provision

Pictures bible Oxford Growing in Christ Activities Learners book Grade 1 by Hezron Onyango Lucy Lwachira Jesse

watiki Dennis Rutere Goretti Atogoh page 81-83

Observe learners they arrange the letter using numbers on the flashcards

7

3

The church

The church as the house of prayer

By the end of the sub strand learners should be able to:

Identify that when we pray we talk to God

Appreciate prayer as it a way we communicate to God

How do we communicate to God?

Learners to state ways of talking to God

Learners to compose simple prayers

Learners to read prayers in charts Learners to sing a prayer song

Pictures bible Oxford Growing in Christ Activities

Learners book Grade 1 by Hezron Onyango Lucy Lwachira Jesse

watiki Dennis Rutere Goretti Atogoh page 81-83

Observe learners as they sing a prayer song

8

1

The church

The church as the house of prayer

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to : Recite four lines of the lord’s prayer as a way of communicating with God

Desire to pray regularly to develop a relationship with God

How frequently do you pray to God?

Learners to read Mathew 6:9-10

Learners to read the lord’s prayer in the chart

Learners sing a song on the lord’s prayer

Pictures bible Oxford Growing in Christ Activities Learners book Grade 1 by Hezron Onyango Lucy Lwachira Jesse

watiki Dennis Rutere Goretti Atogoh page 81-83

Observe learners sing a song on the lord’s prayer

8

2

The church

The church as the house of prayer

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to:

Show respect to God during prayer by adopting different postures of prayer

State the importance of prayer and apply it in our daily life

How can you show respect to God during prayer

Learners to read the lord’s prayer from the chart displayed in class

Learners to role play ways of showing respect to God during prayers

Learners to sing a song on the lord’s prayer

Charts Bible Oxford Growing in Christ Activities Learners book Grade 1 by Hezron Onyango Lucy L. wachira Jesse

watiki Dennis Rutere Goretti Atogoh page 81-83

Asking learners questions

8

3

The church

The church as the house of prayer

By the end of the sub strand the learners should be able to:

Appreciate and respect the church as the house of prayer

Appreciate God for all the provision by offering prayers

What is prayer

Learners to state how they appreciate and respect the church as the house of prayer

Learners to observe the picture of how the church should be respected

Learners to demonstrate how they should appreciate God for all the provision by offering a prayer of thanks

Pictures bible Oxford Growing in Christ Activities Learners book Grade 1 by Hezron Onyango Lucy Lwachira

Jesse watiki Dennis Rutere Goretti Atogoh page 81-83

Asking questions and observing learners as they demonstrate

9

ASSESSMENT

Week

Lesson

Stand

Sub - Strand

Specific Learning Outcomes

Key Inquiry Question

Learning Experience

Learning Resources

Assessments

Remarks

1

1

Bible story

Elijah and the chariot of fire

By the end of the sub strand learners should be able to:

Narrate the story of Elijah and the chariot of fire and apply it their relationship with others Identify the lesson learned values acquired from the story Elijah and the chariot of fire

What happened when Elijah and Elisha were walking?

Learners to read 1kings2:11-12

Learners to observe the picture and tell the lesson and values learned from the story of Elijah and the chariot of fire and they apply in their day to day life Learners to recite the verse 1king: -11 and memorize it Learners to sing a song about Elijah being taken by the chariot of fire

Bible

pictures 

growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners book grade 1 by Hezron Oyango, l  wachira, j watiki, Denis  Rutere, G Atogoh  , page 31-33

Asking questions learners on what happened to Elijah

1

2

Bible story

Elijah and the chariot of fire

By the end of the sub strand learners should be able to:

Importance of pleasing God and state ways of pleasing God in their daily life

Appreciate father-son relationship between Elijah and Elisha and desire to honor their parents

How was Elijah related to Elisha?

What did Elisha say when he saw

Elijah taken by the chariot of fire?

Learners to read the verse in the book of 2 kings 2:11

Learners to observe the picture of Elijah taken away by the chariot of fire and identify ways of pleasing God

Learners to draw and color the chariot of fire

Sing a song about ways of pleasing God and how Elijah pleased God

Pictures 

Charts

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners book grade 1 by Hezron Oyango, l wachira, j watiki, Denis Rutere, G Atogoh, page 31-33

Observe learners as they read the verse and ask them question

1

3

Bible story 

Elijah and the chariot of fire

By the end of the sub strand learners should be able to:

Recognize the importance of being holy and honoring god and apply it in their daily lives Identify ways of pleasing God and apply it with the relationship with others

Describe the story of Elijah and applies the values acquired in their daily interaction

What does God expect from us?

What values do we acquire from the story of Elijah?

Learners to list ways of pleasing God Learners to watch a video clip on Elijah and the chariot of fire Learners to role play on Elijah and Elisha walking and talking until the chariot appeared Learners to describe the story of Elijah and identify the values acquired on it 

Audio visual material

Bible 

growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners book grade 1 by Hezron Oyango, l wachira, j watiki, Denis Rutere, G Atogoh  , page 31-33

Observe learners as they role play and guide them

2

1

The early of life Jesus  

The birth of Jesus Christ

By the end of the sub strand learners should be able to:

Mention the parents of Jesus and identify it with their own Identify the city Jesus was born Recognize the importance of children to their parents and how they are appreciated by their parents and relate with themselves

Which city was Jesus born?

What are the names of Jesus Christ?

Learners to read the verse Matthew 2:1 Learners to narrate the birth of Jesus Christ and identify the lesson learned

Learners to listen to the recordings of the coral on the birth of Jesus (jingle bells) Learners to sing the song

Audio recording

Bible 

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners  book grade 1 by Hezron Oyango,l  wachira, j watiki, Denis  Rutere, G Atogoh, page 34-39

2

2

The early life of Jesus Christ

The birth of Jesus Christ

By the end of the sub strand learners should be able to:

Describe the joy of the shepherds when Jesus was born relate with their s when a child is born in their family  Understand the reason why they celebrate Christmas and relates with their birth day

How did the shepherds show their joy when Jesus was born?

Learners to watch a video clip on how he shepherds celebrated the birth of Jesus Christ Learners to describe the joy of shepherds and state the reason why thy celebrate Christmas Learners to dramatize the way shepherd’s celeb rate when Jesus was born 

Learners to sing the song the angels sang during the Birth of Jesus Christ

Audio visual material

Bible

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners book grade 1 by Hezron Oyango, l wachira, j watiki, Denis Rutere, G Atogoh  , page 34-39

Observe learners as they sing and ask the questions

2

3

The early life of Jesus Christ

The birth of Jesus Christ

By the end of the sub strand learners should be able to:

Narrate the birth of Jesus and compare it with theirs

Identify the values and lessons learned from the birth of Jesus and apply it in their daily life

What happened when he baby is born?

What values do we learn from the birth of Jesus?

Learners to narrate the birth of Jesus as they relate with their ownLearners to tell how their parents show love and appreciate them

Learners to observe the pictures of Jesus and their parents and identify them

Learners to draw baby Jesus and their parents joseph 

Bible 

Pictures

Chart

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners  book grade 1 by Hezron Oyango,l  wachira, j watiki, Denis  Rutere, G Atogoh  , page 34-39

Observe learners as they draw and ask them question

3

1

The early life of Jesus Christ

The birth of Jesus Christ

By the end of the sub strand the learners should be able to: Identify that children are a blessing to the parents and should love and respect their parents 

Recognize that parents love children and should love and appreciate themselves as they belong to God for a sense of belong

Why do our parents love us?

Why does God love?

Learners to observe pictures of shepherd worshipping baby shower

Learners to role play on how shepherd worship Jesus

Sing a song (baby Jesus)

Pictures

Charts

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners  book grade 1 by Hezron Oyango,l  wachira, j watiki, Denis  Rutere, G Atogoh  , page 34-39

Observe learners as they draw and ask questions

3

2

The early life of Jesus Christ

The birth of Jesus Christ 

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to: Understand what happened when the baby is presented to God

Recognize that children should be given names for identification

Describe the process of naming and presentation in church

What happened after Jesus was born? 

Why was Jesus referred to as a king?

Learners to read luke2:22-24

Learners to say in class why presentation of babies to God is important

Learners to watch the naming and presentation process in a video clip Learners to discuss in groups and present in class the naming and presentation process in church

Audio visual materials  Bible

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners book grade 1 by Hezron Oyango, l wachira, j

watiki, Denis Rutere, G Togo  , page 34-39

Ask learners questions

3

3

The early life of Jesus Christ

The birth of Jesus Christ

By the end of the sub strand the leaners should be able to: Explain the naming and dedication of Jesus Christ and relate to their own life experience

Identify the reason why the parents of Jesus gave out two doves

Why was Jesus dedicated to God? Why do we have names?

Learners to read

Luke2:22-24 Learners to watch a video on the presentation and dedication process of Jesus Christ to God Learners to state the reason as to why parents of Jesus gave out two doves

Leaners to sing a song related to dedication of Jesus and memorize the verse Luke2:22-24

Audio visual material Growing in

Christ C.R E Activities learners book grade 1 by Heron

Oyango, l  wachira, j watiki, Denis  Rutere, G Atogoh  , page 34-39 Bible 

Observe learners as they sing and memorize the verse in the Bible and ask questions

4

1

The early life of  Jesus Christ

The birth of Jesus Christ

By the end of the sub strand the learners should be able to: Recognize the importance of naming 0f children and relate with themselves having names to enhance self – awareness Appreciate their parents for giving them names and presenting them to God

Understand the reason for learning the birth of Jesus and relate to their daily life

Why do name children after birth?

Learners to state the importance of having names 

Learners to observe the picture of naming and presentation of the baby Jesus and draw and color Jesus and his parents 

Learners to state the reason why they are learning the birth of Jesus Christ

Learners to a sing a song on the birth of Jesus Christ

Pictures

Charts

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners  book grade 1 by Hezron Oyango,l  wachira, j watiki, Denis  Rutere, G Atogoh  , page 34-39  

Observe learners as the draw and sing the song and ask questions

4

2

The early life of

Jesus Christ

Jesus Christ at the temple

By the end of the sub stand the learner should be able to: Identify the reason why Jesus went to the temple and compare to themselves going to church

Tell the reason why Jesus remained in the temple

Identify the reason why Jesus tell his parents that he was in his father’s house

Why did Jesus go to the temple? Why do we go to church?

Learners to read Luke2:42-49 Learners to observe pictured of Jesus in the temple

Learners to role play on how Jesus show assertiveness when question by his parents

Pictures

Bible

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners  book grade 1 by Heron Oyango,l  wachira, j watiki, Denis  Rutere, G Atogoh, page 40-42

Observe learners as they role play and ask the question on what did Jesus say to his parents by remaining in the temple

3

The early life of Jesus Christ

Jesus Christ at the temple

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to: Emulate Jesus example by obeying his parents Identify the importance of obeying their parents

Recognize how God want them to obey their parents in order to live long

How do we obey our parents?

How did Jesus obey his parents?

Learners to tell how Jesus obeyed his parents Learners to sequentially arrange the flash cards on the events that took place when Jesus was left from the temple

Learners to say how they obey their parents at home

Bible 

Flashcards

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners  book grade 1 by Hezron Oyango,l  wachira, j watiki, Denis  Rutere, G Atogoh  , page 40-42

Observe and guide learners as they arrange the flashcards

5

1

The early life of Jesus Christ

Jesus Christ in the temple

By the end of the lesson the learner should be able to: Desire to follow Jesus Christ example to accompany their parents to church Recognize the importance of going to church to enhance spiritual growth

What do people do in church?

Learners to watch a video clip of Jesus in the temple and what happens in church Learners to role play and dramatize what happened in church learners to draw and color the church

Charts

Audio visual

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners  book grade 1 by Hezron Oyango,l  wachira, j watiki, Denis  Rutere, G Atogoh  , page 40-42

Observe learners as they role and draw the church

5

2

The early life of Jesus Christ

Jesus Christ in the temple

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to: identify the values acquired and lesson learned from Jesus Christ at the temple

What values do we acquire from Jesus

Christ at the temple?

Learners to watch a video clip of Jesus Christ at the temple and state the values and lessons learned from, it

Learners to role play on Jesus at the temple when the parents question him Learners to observe the picture of Jesus Christ at the temple and draw and color

Pictures

Charts Audio visual material

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners  book grade 1 by Hezron Oyango,l  wachira, j watiki, Denis  Rutere, G Atogoh  , page 40-42

Observe learners as they role play and drawing and coloring

3

The early life of Jesus Christ

The baptisms of Jesus Christ

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to: Identify the reason why people get baptized

Describe how people get baptized Identify the places where people get baptized

What is baptism? Why do people get baptized?

Learners to state the reason why people get baptized

Learners to observe pictures of people being baptized and to state the places where baptism takes place

Learners to discuss in groups how people get baptized

Draw and color a person being baptized in the river

Pictures 

Charts 

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners  book grade 1 by Hezron Oyango,l  wachira, j watiki, Denis  Rutere, G Atogoh  , page43-34

Observe learners as they draw and color person being baptized in the church

6

1

The early life of Jesus Christ

The baptism of Jesus Christ

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to: Name the place Jesus

Christ was baptized Identify the lesson learned from Jesus being baptized  Who baptized Jesus and why

Who baptized Jesus?

Why was Jesus baptized?

Learners to watch video on baptism of Jesus Christ

Learners to mention incidents of baptism they may have witnessed in their churches

Learners to read Mathew 3:13-15 about the baptism of Jesus and identify the place Jesus was baptized and who baptized him

Learners to state lesson learned from the baptism of Jesus Christ

Audio visual material  Bible

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners  book grade 1 by Hezron Oyango,l  wachira, j watiki, Denis  Rutere, G Atogoh, page 43-45

Ask learners question on who baptized Jesus and why

6

2

The early life of Jesus Christ

The baptism of Jesus Christ

By the end of the sub strand the learners should be able to: Describe the events that took place in the baptism of Jesus Christ

Identify the lesson learned and values acquire in the baptism of Jesus Christ and applied in their day to day life

How Jesus Christ did express humility?

Learners to watch a video clip on Jesus Christ baptism and describe the events that took place 

Learners to state the values learned from the baptism of Jesus Christ Leaners to draw and color Jesus Christ being baptized

 Learners to sing a song on baptism

Audio visual material  Charts

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners book grade 1 by Hezron Oyango,l  wachira, j watiki, Denis  Rutere, G Atogoh, page 43-45

Observe learners as they draw and sing a song on baptism of Jesus Christ

3

The early life of Jesus Christ 

The baptism of Jesus Christ

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to: Acquire the value of humility for peaceful co-existence with others

Understand the importance of baptism as it creates a bond between us and God 

Why do people have humility

Learners to read a verse on Mathew 3:13-15 about baptism of Jesus Christ

Learners to observe a picture of Jesus being baptized and state how Jesus show humility Learners to say how baptism create a bond between us and God

Pictures

Bible 

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learner book grade 1 by Hezron Oyango,l  wachira, j watiki, Denis  Rutere, G Atogoh  , page 43-45

Asking learners questions on how baptism creates a bond between us and God

7

1

The early life of Jesus Christ

The baptism of Jesus Christ

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to: Describe the baptism of Jesus Christ and state values learned and apply it in their day to day life Recognize that the baptism of Jesus Christ was special because Jesus is the son of God

Why was there a dove during the baptism of Jesus Christ?

Learners to read and describe the baptism of Jesus and state the values acquired from it

Learners to discuss in group and state the reason why Jesus Christ baptism was special Learners to observe the picture of Jesus Christ being baptized and see the presence of a dove

Pictures

Bible 

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners  book grade 1 by Hezron Oyango,l  wachira, j watiki, Denis  Rutere, G Atogoh  , page 43-45

7

2

The early life of Jesus Christ

The baptism of Jesus Christ

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to: Describe the process of baptism in church Identify the reason why John the Baptist baptized Jesus Recognize that baptism is important because it is away that brings us closer to God to enhance spiritual growth

Why did Jesus get baptized?

Learners to observe the pictures showing the baptism process in church and describe the process

Learners to read the verse in the Bible and to state the reason why Jesus was baptized

Pictures

Bible 

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners  book grade 1 by Hezron Oyango,l  wachira, j watiki, Denis  Rutere, G Atogoh  , page 43-45

3

The early life of Jesus Christ

The wedding at Cana

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to: Describe what happened at the wedding in Cana Identify the reason why Jesus turned water into wine at the wedding in Cana 

What happened at the wedding in Cana?

Learners to read john 2:11-10

Learners to discuss in groups and describe what happened at the wedding in Cana

Learners to observe the picture and role play what happened at the wedding in Cana

Pictures 

Bible

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners  book grade 1 by Hezron Oyango,l  wachira, j watiki, Denis  Rutere, G Atogoh  , page 46-48

Observe learners as they role play and ask question

8

1

The early life of Jesus Christ

The wedding at Cana

By the end of the lesson the learner should be able to: Narrate how Jesus changed water into wine and should desire to depend on

God always Identify the importance of believing in Jesus as he was able to perform a miracle

Why Jesus turn water into wine?

Learners to read john2:1-11

Learners to narrate what happened at wedding in Cana

Learners to state the importance of believing Jesus by turning water into wine

Learners to watch a video clip on what happened in Cana and role play

Audio visual material  Bible 

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners  book grade 1 by Hezron Oyango,l  wachira, j watiki, Denis  Rutere, G Atogoh  , page 46-48

Observe learners as they role play

8

2

The early life of Jesus Christ

The wedding at Cana

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to: Discuss how the servant obeyed Jesus instructions and relate with their daily lives

 Identify the importance of obeying Jesus Christ

How the servant did obeyed Jesus?

Learners to read john2:6-7

Learners to discuss how the servant obeyed Jesus instructions

Learners to discuss the process where Jesus turned water into wine and present water into wine

Learners to observe pictures and draw in class the six-jar filled with water at the wedding

Pictures

Charts

Bible

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners  book grade 1 by Heron Oyango,l  wachira, j watiki, Denis  Rutere, G Atogoh  , page 46-48

Observe learners as they draw six jar filled with water

3

The early life of Jesus Christ

The wedding in Cana 

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to: Recognize that we should believe and have faith in Jesus  Identify the values and lessons learned from what happened at the wedding in Cana

How did the servant respond to Jesus instructions

Learners to read john2:7-8

Learners to tell the response of the servant to Jesus instructions

Learners to watch a video on Jesus changing water into wine learners to role play on what happened at the wedding in Cana

Audio visual 

Bible 

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners  book grade 1 by Heron Oyango,l  wachira, j watiki, Denis  Rutere, G Atogoh  , page 46-48

Observe learners as they role play on what happened at the wedding in cane

9

1

The early life of Jesus Christ 

Healing Simon peters mother in law

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to: describe what happened when one feel sick describe how Jesus heal the mother in law of Simon peter recognize how Jesus can heal us when we feel sick

What happened when Jesus visited Simon peters mother in laws house?

Learners to read Mathew 8:14-15

Learners to discuss and narrate how Jesus healed Simon peters mother in law by looking at the picture

Leaners to role play on how Jesus healed Simon peters mother in law Learners to sing a song about the healing of Simon peters mother in law

Pictures Bible

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners  book grade 1 by Hezron Oyango,l  wachira, j watiki, Denis  Rutere, G Atogoh  , page 49-51

Asking learners questions

9

2

The early life of Jesus Christ

Healing of Simon peters mother in law

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to:

Describe how Simon peters mother in law show she was grateful to Jesus for healing her

Appreciate Simon peters mother in-law reactions by expressing gratitude for every good gift thy receive and relate to their daily life that they should be thankful

Recognize the importance of having faith in Jesus like Simon peters mother in law

How Simon did peters mother in law than Jesus?

Learners to red Mathew 8:14-15

Learners to describe how Simon peters mother in law show gratitude

Leaners Watch a video on Simon peters mother in-law shows gratitude Learners to role play on Simon peters other inlaw show gratitude

Audio visual material

Bible 

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners  book grade 1 by Hezron Oyango,l  wachira, j watiki, Denis  Rutere, G Atogoh  , page 49-50

Ask learners question

3

Christian values

sharing

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to: Identify items they share at home to enhance togetherness

Understand the reason why they should share at home or school 

What do you share at home?

Learners to name items they share at home

 Learners to identify in the picture the thing they share at home

Learners to state reason why they share at home and school

Bible

Picture

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners  book grade 1 by Hezron Oyango,l  wachira, j watiki, Denis  Rutere, G Atogoh  , page 52- 59

Ask learners questions

10

1

Christian values

sharing

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to: Understand the importance of sharing at home to enhance family unity

Draw items they share at home to enhance individual development and promote creativity and imagination

Why do we share?

Learners to observe and discuss a picture of a family sharing a meal together

Learners to draw and color items they share at home

Learners to share what they have to show kindness

Leaners to sing a song on sharing

Pictures

Charts

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners  book grade 1 by Hezron Oyango,l  wachira, j watiki, Denis  Rutere, G Atogoh  , page 52- 59

Observe learners as they draw items they share at home

10

2

Christian values

sharing

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to: State the items they share at home to enhance family unity State items they should not share at home for a healthy living

Why don’t we share some items at home?

Learners to read a verse on john6:1-14

Learners to state the reason they should not share some items at home by discussing in class with their friends

Learners in pairs to discuss the items they share in the picture

Asking learners questions 

10

3

Christian values

sharing

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to: Narrate the story of a little boy with two fish and five loaves of bread 

Understand the importance of believing God through blessing two fish and five loaves of bread to feed the people

Why should we share things with other

Learners to read john 6:1-14

Leaners to watch a clip and role play on the story of little boy with two fish and five loaves of bread

Learners to tell the Importance of believing in Jesus and his miracles  Learners to sing a song on the little boy and with two fish and five loaves of bread

Audio visual material  Bible

Growing in Christ C.R E Activities learners  book grade 1 by Heron  Oyango,l  wachira, j watiki, Denis  Rutere, G Atogoh  , page 52- 59

Asking questions

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END TERM ASSESSMENT AND CLOSING

NAME

TSC NO.

SCHOOL

SCHOOL

GRADE

LEARNING AREAS

TIME

YEAR

1

2023

Week 

Lesson

Strand

Sub strand

Specific learning outcome

Key inquiry question

Learning experiences

Learning resources

Assessment

Remarks

1

1

Creation

Self-Awareness

By the end of the end of the sub strand the learners should be able to: Recognize themselves as unique created in the image and likeness Recognize that Gods know then by their names as part of God’s creation as they are special

to God

What is your name?

Learners to read genesis1:27

Learners to say why they  are special before God

Learners to sing a song related to why they special to God.

Bible Growing in Christ CRE activities learners’ book grade 1 by Hezron Onyango et.al, Lwachira, J watiki. Page 1-8 

Observing the learners as they read the bible and sing

2

Creation

Self-awareness

By the end of the sub- strand the learners should be able to:

Recognize why they are special creatures in the eyes of God recognize that we all belong to God and Gog loves us all as his special creation because we are made in his own image and likeness

Why are we special creatures?

Leaners to tell who their special friend are? Learners to learn that they are special because they are created in God’s image and likeness

Learners to recite the verse from the bible Isaiah 49:16 Learners to watch video clip on God creation

Bible

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners’ book grade 1 by Hezron Onyango et.al, Lwachira, J watiki.

Page 1-8 

Asking learners questions Writing  exercise 

3

Creation

Self-awareness

By the end of the sub  strand the learners should be able to:

Mention the name for identification and self- awareness 

Mention the names of their friends

Recognize that God knows them by their names

What is your name

The teacher to ask learners to mention their name for self- identification

Learners mention the names of their friends in class 

Recite in class the verse Isaiah 43:1 which states that God knows them by names

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners’ book grade 1 by Hezron Onyango et.al, Lwachira, J watiki.

Page 1-8 

Ask learners to mention their names

2

1

Creation

self-awareness

By the end of the of the sub strand the learners should be able to:

Recognize that their names are important as they give them their identity 

Identify the names of their friends to enhance together  Write their names on flash cards to improve the skill of writing 

Who is your special friend?

The teacher asks the learners to tell the names of their special friends

Learners write the names of their special friends

Read aloud their names in class and write their names and friends names in the charts

Flashcards 

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners’ book grade 1 by Heron Onyango et.al, Lwachira, J watiki.

Page 1-8 

Asking learners to write the names of their special friends

2

Creation

Self awareness

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to:

identify who knows their name

Read the names in the picture

Interpret what is in the picture

Who knows your name?

Learners tell who knows their names Learners read the names that are in the picture

Recite the verse Isaiah

49:16

Pictures

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners’ book grade 1 by Hezron Onyango et.al, Lwachira, J watiki.

Page 1-8 

Asking learners to write the names of their friends

3

Creation

Self awareness

By the end of the sub strand the learners should be able to:

Draw their names on the palm of their hands Read the names on their palm

Identify that God knows them by name Isaiah 49:16

What is your name?

Learners watch the video clip of palm and identify 

Learners read and mention the name on the palm 

Recite the verse Isaiah 49:16

Audio visual material 

Bible

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners’ book grade 1 by Hezron Onyango et.al, Lwachira, J watiki.

Page 1-8

Observe learners as they watch the video clip and ask question of what they see in the clip

By the end of the sub strand the learners should be able to:

Draw their palm

Color the pictures of their palm/drawing

Write their names on the palm

Learners draw themselves

Learners draw their palm

The learner color their drawing

Learner write their names on the palm Draw themselves

Drawings

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners’ book grade 1 by Hezron Onyango et.al, Lwachira, J watiki.

Page 1-8 

Observe the learners As the draw

By the end of the sub strand the learners should be able to:

Identify   the members if the family

Appreciate members of the family 

Count the members of the family

Learners name the members of the family Learners identify the members of the family in the pictures

Count the members of the family

Pictures

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners’ book grade 1 by Hezron Onyango et.al, Lwachira, J watiki.

Page 9-13

Asking question to learners.

Naming the family members

By the end of the sub strand the learners should be able to:

Name   the members of a nuclear family

Identify members of a nuclear family in picture Draw members of the nuclear family in the chart

Learners name the members of a nuclear family

Learners draw a chart on the members of the nuclear family

Learners work in pair to identify the members of the family in the chart

Charts

Pictures 

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners’ book grade 1 by Hezron Onyango et.al, Lwachira, J watiki.

Page 10-15

By the end of the sub strand the should be able to: Mention who leads prayers at home 

Pray with the family

Have a desire to participate in the family prayers through reading the prayer in the bible and prayer book in order promote sound morals and religious values

The teacher guides learners to pray

Learners mention who leads prayers at home Read in the bible and prayer book on how to pray

Prayer book

Bible Growing in Christ CRE activities learners’ book grade 1 by

Hezron Onyango et.al, Lwachira, J watiki. Page 10-15 

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to:

Record the number of times they pray at home together with their family to enhance togetherness

Recognize the importance of prayers in order to grow spiritually and morally upright

Learners demonstrate how they always pray at home

Learners record the no of times they pray at home as a family enhanced unity of family members

Pictures  

Prayer book

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners’ book grade 1 by Hezron Onyango et.al, Lwachira, J watiki. Page 10-15 

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to:

Identify the items they share at home to enhance togetherness

Identify the items in the picture and name the items they share at home

Pictures

Charts

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners’ book grade 1 by Hezron Onyango et.al, Lwachira, J watiki. Page 10-15 

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to:

Appreciate the importance of sharing at home to enhance family unity

Draw and color the items they share at home to enhance creativity and promote individual development and self efficiency

Learners observe and discuss the a char/picture/photograp h of a family sharing a meal 

Learners to draw and color the things the they share

Learners to share with the themselves what  they have to enhance the importance of sharing

Pictures

Charts

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners’ book grade 1 by Hezron Onyango et.al, Lwachira, J watiki. Page 10-15 

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to:

Mention the types of animals and plants created by god in the school environment

Draw and color plants animals found in the school environment

Learners identify and mention the plants and animals found in the school environment

Learners draw and color the plants and animals found in the school environment

Learners to take a natural walk in the school compound to see various types of animals and plants

Drawing

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners’ book grade 1 by Hezron Onyango et.al, Lwachira, J watiki. Page 16-19

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to:

Identify types of plants and animals found in their home Identify in the pictures animals found in the animal park

Recognize that God also created animals and plants  Make animals through modeling it.

State the names of the animals 

Learners to visit the animal park and identify the animals found them

Learners to name the animals found in the park

Learners the plants found in the garden Draw and color and the pictures of animals and plants and to know that God also created plants and animals

Pictures

Drawings

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners’ book grade 1 by Hezron Onyango et.al, Lwachira, J watiki. Page 16-19 

grade 1 by Hezron Onyango et.al, Lwachira, J watiki. Page 16-19 

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to:

Care for plants as part of God’s creation

Name the benefits we obtain from plants

Show how to care for plants

Teachers explain and guide to learners on how to how to care for plants

Learners to demonstrate on how to care for plants for example watering, weeding

Learners name the food they obtain from plants 

Real objects for example watering can jembes, plants, oranges fruit obtain from plants 

Pictures

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners’ book

grade 1 by Hezron Onyango et.al, Lwachira, J watiki. Page 16-19

By the end of the sub strand the learners should be able to:

Care for animals in a special way as they are God’s creation

Name the importance of animal in the society as

God’s creation Identify the types of animals found in our environment

Care and appreciate other creatures in the universe

The learners say how they care for animals at home

The learners name the importance of animals for example the provide food

Learners also identify the types of animals found in their environment 

Pictures Audio visual materials

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners’ book grade 1 by Hezron Onyango et.al, Lwachira, J watiki. Page 16-19

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to:

Identify ways of handling the Bible with respect as it is the word of God

Understand the reason for handling the Bible with care

Learners to say how they handle the  Bible with care

Learners state the reason they should handle the Bible with care as it is the word of God

The learners to tell their friends how important they should handle the Bible with care

Bible

Picture 

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners book grade 1 by Hezron

Onyango et.al, Lwachira,J  watiki page 20-23

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to:

know  how to carry the Bible with respect as it is the word of God

Identify the importance of handling the Bible with respect

Name two division of the bible

Write the division of the Bible

Why do we carry the Bible with respect?

Learners demonstrate on how  to carry the Bible with respect

Learners look at the pictures on how to handle and carry the Bible with care and respect

Learners to watch the video clip on how to handle and carry the

Bible

Picture Audio visual material

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners book grade

1 by Hezron

Onyango et.al, Lwachira,J  watiki page 20-23

2

Holy Bile

Physical handling of the Holy Bible

By the end of the strand the learner should be able to: Recognize the Bible as the word of God by identify the books of the Bible Recognize the importance of  knowing the books of the Bible as it help in spiritual growth

Name the books of the Bible they know

Learners to name the books of the Bible the know

Learners to sing song related to the books of Bible

Learners to write the books of the Bible they know

Bible

Picture 

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners book grade

1 by Hezron

Onyango et.al, Lwachira,J  watiki page 20-23

Ask learners to write on the books of the Bible

3

Holy Bible 

Physical handling  of the Holy Bible

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to:

Identify the  Bible as the  word God  by naming the first two gospel book Identify the values learned from the first two gospel books

Which books are found in gospel books?

Learners name the first two gospel books  Learners write gospel books in theirs exercise Learners draw a chart  containing the first two gospel books

Charts

Bible

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners book grade 1 by Hezron Onyango et.al, Lwachira,J  watiki page 20-23

Observe learners as they draw the charts

8

1

Holy Bible

Physical handling of the Holy Bible

By the end of the sub strand the learners should be to: Identify other gospel book in the Bible

Identify the values learned in the verse they memorize in the gospel books in the

Bible

Recognize the importance reading and memorizing the  verses in the Bible 

Which verse have you memorized in the gospel book?

Learners to identify other gospel books for example mark , Luke, John 

Learners read the verses in the gospel books and memorize Learners sing a song related to the verse they have memorize and all the gospel books 

Bible

Charts

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners book grade 1 by Hezron Onyango et.al, Lwachira,J  watiki  page 20-23

Observe learners as they sing and

memorize the verses in the Bible

2

Holy Bible

Physical handling of the Holy Bible

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be to: Recognize the importance of respecting and adore the

Bible as the word of God Identify the important aspects acquired in reading the Bible

What values do we acquired by reading the Bible?

Learners states the importance of reading the Bible and

memorizing the verses Learners handle the Bible with care and to adore it 

Learners sing the song on (read your Bible prays every day.........)

Bible

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners book grade

1 by Hezron

Onyango et.al, Lwachira,J  watiki page 20-23

Observe learners as the read and memorize the verses

3

Holy  Bible 

Bible story David and Goliath

By the end of the sub strand the learner should be able to:

Narrate the story of David and Goliath and desire to depend on God on day to day life

Recognize the importance  of faith and believe in God to enhance religious values and spiritual growth

How did

David kill Goliath?

Learners narrate in class the story of David and Goliath in class Learners read 1samuel 17:48-51

Learners interpret stories in the pictures Learners role play the story of David  and

Goliath in class

Pictures

Bible

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners book grade 1 by Hezron Onyango et.al, Lwachira,J  watiki page 24-27

Observe the learners as they role play the story of

David and

Goliath Ask question on what they see in the pictures

9

1

Holy Bible

Bible story David and Goliath

By the end  of the  sub strand the learner should be able to:

Recognize the reason why they learn the story of

David and Goliath

Identify who help David  to

kill Goliath

Apply what they have acquired in the story of David and Goliath in the school home and in the church

   Who gives us spiritual strength   ?      

Learners understands the reason why they are learning the story of David and Goliath

Learners are able to identify who help David to defeat Goliath whom is God

Learners are able to apply  what  they have learner in the story of David and Goliath in their day to day lives

Bible

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners book grade 1 by Hezron

Onyango et.al, Lwachira,J  watiki page 24-27

Ask learners questions who help David defeat

Goliath

 2

Holy Bible

Bible story David and Goliath

God to guide through their lives to enhance spiritual growth and self –efficiency by watching a clip on the story of David Goliath Narrate the story of David and Goliath to their parents at home

Learners narrate the story of David and Goliath to their parents at home as they demonstrate what they saw in the clip

learners book grade 1 by Hezron

Onyango et.al, Lwachira,J  watiki page 24-27

story of David and

Goliath

3

Holy Bible

Bible story David and Goliath

By the end of the sub strand the learners should be able to:

Recognize Goliath and David in the clip and be able to draw and color to enhance creativity and imagination

Present the drawing to rest of the class to enhance communication and collaboration skills

What do we gain by having faith in God?

Learners draw   in their exercise books images of David and Goliath from what they see on the video clip

Learners present their drawing from what they  have drawn  to the rest of  the class Sing a song related to  the story of David and Goliath

Audio visual  material 

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners book grade

1 by Hezron

Onyango et.al, Lwachira,J  watiki page 24-27

Observe the learners as they draw and present their drawings to the rest of the class

10

1

Holy Bible

Bible story David and Goliath

By the end of the sub strand the learners should be able to: 

Understand what happened when people fight as God doesn’t like people who fight and should avoid fighting

Recognize the importance of acquiring and applying the good values to enhance the sound moral development

Why do people fight?

Learners to understand that they should engage in fighting as someone might end up hurt like Goliath who died Learners to understand that instead of fighting friends they should report them to the teacher

Learners learn that they should not fight others instead love them and forgive them as God want us to love our neighbors as we love ourselves

Bible

Picture 

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners book grade

1 by Hezron

Onyango et.al, Lwachira,J  watiki page 24-27

Asking learners oral questions why they should not fight their friends

2

Holy Bible

Bible story  Joseph and his coat of many colors

By the end of the sub strand the learners should be able to:

Narrate the story of joseph and name the lesson they have learned from it recognize that their parents love them and should also know the importance of love

Who had a coat of many color?

Leaners read the story of Joseph in the bible Genesis 37:3-4 in class and narrate

learners draw and color coat of many colors the same as Joseph

Learners name the things that our parents does to us that sshows love us

Bible pictures 

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners book grade

1 by Hezron

Onyango et.al, Lwachira,J  watiki page 28-30

Observe learners as they read narrate and draw

Ask oral questions on how parents love them

3

Holy Bible

Bible story Joseph and his coat of many colors

By the end of the sub strand the learners should be able:

Narrate the story of Joseph in class ,home and church Appreciate the importance of love

Why did Joseph’s brothers hated him

Learners to read Genesis 37:3-10 Learners to watch a video clip about Joseph and his brothers

Learners in pairs to say why joseph’s brothers hated him

Audio visual materials bible

Growing in Christ CRE activities learners book grade 1 by Hezron Onyango et.al, Lwachira,J  watiki page  28-30

1.1 Importance of Studying Christian Religious Education

(3 Lessons)

1. explain the meaning of Christian Religious Education to foster understanding of CRE.
2. analyze the importance of learning Christian Religious Education for holistic growth.]
3. appreciate Christian Religious Education for sound moral and religious values.

• brainstorm in small groups the meaning of Christian Religious Education and present to the class
• Search for the meaning of Christian Religious Education using different sources internet, textbooks and library and present to the class
• discuss in pairs the importance of studying Christian Religious Education as a subject and present to the class
• debate on how Christian Religious Education helps the learners to relate with one another.
• use charts/ posters/flashcards to write messages and themes that promote sound moral and religious values.

1. Why is Christian Religious Education important?
2. How do you benefit by learning Christian Religious Education?

• Learning to learn: the learners brainstorm and share the meaning of Christian Religious Education
• Self-efficacy: the leaners debate on how Christian Religious Education helps the learners to relate with one another
• Digital literacy: the learners assess learning materials on the importance of Christian Religious Education and share content through the digital platform.

• Respect for one another: the learners use charts or posters to write messages and themes that promote sound moral and religious values.
• Responsibility: the learners carry online search on the meaning of Christian Religious Education and present to the class using a power point.

• Effective communication: the learners carry out online search on the importance of learning Christian Religious Education and being able to share their findings in class.

• English language: the learners discuss in groups and debate
• Computer Science: the learners use digital devices to search for information on the meaning of Christian Religious Education.

 2.1
Accounts of Creation

(6 Lessons)

1. explain the biblical accounts of creation to understand God’s great work
2. discuss the similarities and differences in the two biblical accounts of creation
3. explain the similarities and difference between the biblical accounts and African stories of creation
4. appreciate God’s creation work in the two biblical accounts.

• brainstorm the features of God’s creation in their surrounding
• take a nature walk and explore God’s creation in the school compound / the surrounding area
• read in groups Genesis 1 and 2 and explain the biblical accounts of creation
• summarize main points on the two biblical accounts of creation on charts and display them in class
• use library materials to search for information on African stories of creation
• describe the similarities and difference between the biblical accounts and African stories of creation
• write a summary on the similarities and difference between the biblical accounts and African stories of creation watch a video clip on biblical accounts of creation and share what they have observed.

1. What are the attributes of God from the biblical accounts of creation?
2. How is the first account of creation different from the second?
3. Why is it important to learn about creation accounts/stories?

• Communication and collaboration: the learners’ debate on the “biblical accounts of creation are similar to African stories of creation’’
• Creativity and imagination: the learners design posters /charts on the order of creation
• Digital literacy: using digital devices, the learners design posters /charts on the order of creation and share within the class
• Learning to learn: the learners interact with a resource person on African stories of creation and pose relevant questions

• Responsibility: the learners take care of God’s creation in the school compound
• Respect: the learners interact with a resource person, pose relevant questions and acquire more information on African stories of creation.
• Love: the learners appreciate aspects of God’s creation.

• Gender mainstreaming: the learners recognize that God created human beings as male and female who complement each other
• Environmental issues in education: the learners take a nature walk and explore aspects of creation around the school.

• Social Studies: the learners interact with the environment during the nature walk
• English language: the learner’s debate on the “biblical accounts of creation are similar to African stories of creation’ ’idea
• Performing Arts: the learners sing a song on creation
• Computer Science: the learners conduct online search using digital devices on similarities and differences in the biblical accounts of creation.

2.2
Responsibility over Animals, Fish and Birds

(4 Lessons)

1. explain the biblical teaching on responsibilities given to human beings over animals, fish and birds to promote responsible living
2. discuss ways through Christians apply the biblical teaching to protect animals, fish and birds
3. appreciate importance of good stewardship

• read Genesis 2:15-20, James 3: 7 discuss the responsibilities given to human beings
• identify ways through which Christians apply the biblical teaching to protect animals, fish and birds
• write sensitization messages on charts/posters on the importance of good stewardship

1. Why should Christians take care of animals, fish and birds
2. How do you take care of God’s creations.

• Critical thinking and problem solving: the learners identify different ways of taking care of animals, fish and birds.
• Learning to learn: the learners write sensitisation messages on charts/posters on the importance of good stewardship
• Creativity and Imagination: identify ways through which Christians apply the biblical teaching to protect and preserve animals, fish and birds

• Responsibility: the leaners take care of the different animals, fish and birds
• Patriotism: the learners discuss strategies of protecting and conserving the environment.
• Social justice: the learners advocate for animal, fish and birds’ welfare

• Animal rights and welfare issues in education: the learners visit nearest animal orphanage/ national park/observe animals within their local environment and write a report on their rights
• Assertiveness: the learners commit themselves to taking care of domestic animals at home
• Environmental issues in education: the learners discuss different ways of taking care of animals, fish and birds to enhance harmonious coexistence.

• Integrated Science: the learners learn about the importance of living creatures on land and in the sea
• English language: the learners compose and recite poems on animal welfare and protection
• Computer Studies: the learners use online sources to search for information on different strategies of taking care of animals, fish and birds
• Agriculture: the learners use different strategies in taking care of animals, fish and birds

2.3
Responsibility over Plants

(4 Lessons)

1. describe the responsibilities given to human beings over plants by God to promote self efficacy.
2. identify how Christians apply the biblical teachings on the care for plants to enhance environmental conservation
3. discuss how prudent use of plants contribute to economic growth
4. appreciate plants as part of God’s creation to promote a healthy ecosystem.

• read in turns Genesis 1:29: Genesis 2:15 and Psalm 104:14, summarize the biblical teachings in charts and present them to the class
• brainstorm on different types of plants found in the environment and how they can care for them
• brainstorm how prudent use of plants contribute to economic growth and make summary notes on this
• Interact with a resource person from an agricultural research institution on prudent ways of using plants.

1. How do you ensure sustainability of plants in your locality?
2. What plants in your locality are important to your family?
3. Which economic activity do you engage in at home or school?

• Learning to learn: the learners interact with a resource person from an agricultural research institution on prudent ways of using plants
• Communication and collaboration: the learners discuss in groups how they can care for the plants in their locality
• Self-efficacy: the learner’s practice care and protection for plants.

• Responsibility: the learners apply biblical teachings in the care for plants to enhance environmental conservation
• Unity: the learners discuss in groups how they can care for different plants
• Social justice: the learners advocate for environmental conservation.

• Learner support programmes: the learners participate in environmental clubs
• Education for Sustainable Development (ESD): the learners explain different ways plants are cared for to enhance responsibility
• Financial literacy: the learners discuss how prudent use of plants contribute to economic growth

• Social Studies: the learners identify ways of conserving the environment
• Computer Science: the learners conduct an online search on different plants found in different regions of Kenya
• Agriculture: the learners learn different ways of taking care of plants

 2.4
Responsibility over Plants and Animals

(3 lessons)

1. identify the type of plants/ animals within the locality and select one category suitable for the project
2. apply knowledge attained from the biblical teaching on responsibilities given to human beings by sharing roles
3. develop a plan for when the project starts and ends including number of stages and resources to promote responsible behavior
4. discus how the project will benefit the community and learner
5. Identify project successes, setbacks and areas of improvement
6. Appreciate the responsibility over plants and animals in their locality.

• brainstorm on plants and animals within the locality suitable for a project
• in groups, share different roles in preparation for the project
• as a class come up with simple plan that contains, project title, objectives, stages, resources required start and end of the project (within a term, two terms or a year) and expected results
• interview any resource person with relevant on animals and plants
• in small groups identify either plants, animals or other living creatures in the environment and align them with the project by outlining what, how, where, when, by who/ by what means use internet resources or available textbooks to gather information on the project strategies and inputs
• as a class identify the project location
• in groups identify ways of using locally available materials such as sacks or buckets to minimize cost
• in groups, talk to the school community about the project to solicit support
• discuss in groups the benefits of the project to the learners themselves and community
• write a simple report on success, setbacks, areas of improvement and way forward for the project.

1. Why should you take responsibility over living creatures on the land and waters?
2. How can you involve the community to use plants wisely?

• Learning to learn: the learners identify new plants that can be grown sustainably in their environment.
• Communication and collaboration: the learners work together to identify priority areas for the project, project title, outcomes and purpose; relevant to solving the problem in the catchment area.
• Imagination and creativity: the learners devise a plan when the project starts and ends.
• Critical thinking and problem solving: the learners come up with simple proposals outlining steps and processes to be undertaken.
• Digital literacy: the learners use internet resources to gather more information on the project strategies and inputs.

• Responsibility: the learners liaise with the community on the project regarding sustainability of plants
• Unity: the learners devise a plan when the project starts and ends for example within a term, two terms or a year
• Love: the learners share how they will scale up the new practices at home o region or county
• Peace: the learners conduct oral interviews in the community to get feedback on the project.

• Environmental issues as learners are encouraged to take responsibility over plants, animals and other living creatures for sustainable development

• Social studies: the earners make recommendations and conclusions regarding project success on plants grown in the community
• English: the learners prepare report to disseminate to the stakeholders
• Computer science: the learners use internet resources to gather more information on the project strategies and inputs

3.1
Functions of the Bible

(3 Lessons)

1. explain the importance of the Bible and how it is used in the contemporary society
2. discuss the role of the Bible for holistic growth
3. explain how God’s word inspires different services among Christians
4. appreciate the Bible as the inspired Word of God

• brainstorm how the Bible is used in different occasions and places
• debate and write main points on how the Bible is used in the society
• read in turns Timothy 3:16-17, Proverbs 30:5-6, John 1:1-2 and explain the teachings of the Bible texts
• prepare in groups a PowerPoint presentation on the importance of the Bible and how it is used in today’s society
• write summary points on how the Bible used in spreading the Word of God
• discuss in groups how the Bible promotes spiritual, moral, social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth of a person.
• discuss different types of service Christians engage in their local community in service to God and humanity
• Prepare a TV or Radio lesson on how God’s word inspires service among Christians
• read the Bible in groups and report to the class the meaning of passages read

1. Why is the Bible different from other books?
2. How do
   you apply the word of God in your daily life?

• Creativity and imagination: the learners prepare a TV/Radio lesson on how God’s word inspires service among Christians
• Critical thinking and problem solving: the learners investigate how God’s word inspires service among Christians
• Learning to learn: the learners discuss how the Bible promotes spiritual, moral, social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth of a person
• Communication and collaboration: the learners read the Bible in groups and report to the class the meaning of passages read
• Digital literacy: the learners search the internet on how the Bible is useful as a tool for holistic growth.

• Unity: the learners work in groups and prepare Power Point presentations
• Respect: the learners analyse the role of the Bible and read the Bible passages in turns
• Responsibility: the learners engage in Christian service in their local community.  

• Effective communication: the learners use the Bible to share the Word of God, discuss in groups and role play
• Peace Education: the learners put into practice the Word of God and live harmoniously
• Decision making: the learners read the Word of God and offer service to God in different ways.

• English Language: the learners read and discuss the Bible texts
• Computer Science: the learners use digital devices to carry out online search
• Performing Arts: the learner’s role- play on the use of the Bible in spreading the Word of God and record this on a digital device.

3.2 Divisions of the Bible
(4 lessons)

1. identify the books of the Old and New Testament to enhance understanding of the Word of God
2. classify the books of the Old and New Testament according to their divisions
3. appreciate the books of the Old and New Testament as she/he reads the Bible.

• Name the books of the Old and New Testament to enhance understanding of the Word of God
• brainstorm in pairs because there are two major divisions of the Bible
• identify and list the books of the Old and New Testament chronologically
• in groups sort out and design posters on categories of books of the Old and New Testament according to divisions and authorship.

• Learning to learn: the learners brainstorm in pairs why there are two major divisions of the Bible.
• Communication and collaboration: the learners sort out and design posters on the categories of books in the Old and
  New Testament according to their divisions
• Digital literacy: the learners carry out an online inquiry on the books of the Bible and their categories and use a digital
  device to present the findings

• Unity: the learners brainstorm in pairs because there are two major divisions of the Bible
• Responsibility: the learners read the Bible for moral and spiritual growth.

• Effective communication: the learners’ sort and design a poster on categories of books in the Old and New Testament according to their divisions and authorship,

• English Language: the learners work in groups to design posters on categories of the books of the Old and New Testament
• Mathematics: the learners’ sort and chronologically sequence books of the Old and New Testament
• Computer Science: the learners carry out an online inquiry on the books of the Bible.

3.3 Bible Translation

(4 lessons)

1. discuss reasons for translation of the Bible to local languages.
2. Identify different translations and versions of the Bible used in Kenya
3. Examine the social economic effects of translation of the Bible into local languages
4. appreciate the work of Bible translation in Kenya to promote social cohesion

• brainstorm n how people have benefited from different translations of the Bible
• in groups discuss reasons that led to the translation of the Bible into local languages and present their points to the class
• discuss in groups the different translations and versions of the Bible and write them on flash cards
• interview a resource person on the social economic effects of translation of the Bible into local languages
• Debate on the theme: “is Bible translation still necessary in our society today?”

1. What skills does a Bible translator require?
2. Which challenges do Bible translators face?
3. Why is it important to translate the Bible?

• Learning to learn: the learners share the benefits of Bible translation with their parents or guardians
• Digital literacy: the learners carry out online search on the benefits of Bible translation into local languages
• Critical thinking and problem solving: the learner’s debate on the theme: “Is Bible translation still necessary in our society today?”

• Love: the learners learn that Bible translation embraces languages of all nations
• Unity and peace: the learners discuss how translation of the Bible into local languages has helped to promoted inter- communal relations and peaceful co-existence

• Global citizenship: the learners learn the process of translating the Bible into different languages
• Digital citizenship: the learners learn the use of technology in translating the Bible into different languages.

• English language: the Learners debate on the theme: “Is Bible translation still necessary in our society today?”
• Performing and Visual Arts: the learners compose a poem, on the benefits of Bible translation
• Computer Science: the learners carry out an online inquiry on the benefits of translating the Bible into local languages
• Social Studies: the learners explain the benefits of Bible translation in their community.

3..4
Leadership in the Bible:
Moses

(4 Lessons)

1. describe how God prepared Moses for leadership
2. identify the roles played by Moses during the Exodus
3. discuss the qualities of Moses which Christians can emulate
4. emulate the leadership qualities in Moses and apply them in day to day living.

• discuss characteristics of a good leader
• read Exodus 2:11-13, 3:1-2, 11, and 6:12, and state ways that God prepared Moses for leadership
• read Exodus 14:13-16, 21, 15:22-25, 18:7-10, 18:17-24; 18:24, Deuteronomy 4:1-3, 5,6, and discuss roles performed by Moses during the Exodus
• discuss in groups, qualities of Moses which Christians can emulate
• Debate the advantages of choosing good leaders in society

1. Why did
   God preserve the life of Moses?
2. Which
   qualities of a good leader would you like to emulate?
3. Why is good leadership important?

• Self-efficacy: the learners emulate the leadership qualities in Moses
• Citizenship: the learners explore how Moses effectively carried out his responsibilities
• Digital literacy: the learners watch a video clip on how God prepared Moses for leadership and make TV presentation in class
• Imagination and creativity: the learners compose and sing a relevant song on Moses as a leader
• Critical thinking and problem solving: the learners analyse qualities of a good leader

• Responsibility: the learners identify leadership roles played by Moses during the Exodus
• Love: the learners observe how Moses interceded for the Israelites when they committed sin
• Social justice: the learners learn why Moses led the Israelites from bondage in Egypt.

• Human rights: the learners learn how Moses stood up for the rights of the Israelites
• Good governance: the learners learn how Moses led the Israelites from Egypt
• Decision making: the learners discuss in groups, the qualities to consider when choosing leaders in school
• Effective communication: the learners make presentations in class.

• Computer Science: the leaners browse the internet on how God prepared Moses for leadership and present their points using a PowerPoint presentation

4.1 Background to the Birth of Jesus Christ

(5 Lessons)

1. identify and sequence the prophecies about the coming of Jesus Christ to promote critical thinking
2. explain how Old Testament prophecies about the Messiah were fulfilled by the coming of Jesus Christ
3. describe the annunciation and birth of John the Baptist to enhance background knowledge
4. relate the birth of John the Baptist to the coming of Jesus Christ to deepen understanding
5. analyze how Christians apply the message of John the Baptist in their lives today
6. appreciate the fulfilment of the prophecies about the coming of Jesus Christ

• brainstorm in groups, the meaning of prophecy
• read in turns Isaiah 9:6-7 and Jeremiah 23:5-6, and discuss in groups the prophecies about the coming of Jesus Christ 
• do an online search on the prophecies about the coming of Jesus Christ and present the points to the class
• prepare flash cards with Bible texts about prophecies regarding the coming of Jesus Christ
• read in turns Matthew 1:18- 23 and state how Jesus Christ fulfilled the Old Testament prophecies
• summarize on charts how Jesus Christ fulfilled the Old Testament prophecies
• read in turns Luke 1:5-25; explain the text and summarize main points on charts
• role play the annunciation and birth of John the Baptist and record it using a digital device
• read in turns Luke 3:16 and John 1:29-30; and discuss what they learn from the text the Baptist important?
• compose a poem on how the birth of John the Baptist relates to the coming of Jesus Christ
• read in turns Luke 3:7-15 and discuss in pairs the message of John the Baptist
• identify how Christians apply the message of John the Baptist in their lives today
• brainstorm the skills which Christians need to avoid evils condemned by John the Baptist
• Prepare a radio lesson on the message of John the Baptist

1. What roles are played by prophets?
2. Why did Mary visit Elizabeth?
3. Why was the birth of John the Baptist important?

• Digital literacy: the learners carry out searches online for the prophecies about the coming of Jesus Christ
• Imagination and creativity: the learners compose a poem on how the birth of John the Baptist relates to the coming of Jesus Christ
• Critical thinking: the learners discuss the relevance of the message of John the Baptist to Christians today
• Citizenship: the learners brainstorm the skills which Christians need to avoid evils condemned by John the Baptist
• Communication and collaboration: the learners role-play the annunciation and birth of John the Baptist and record this using a digital device.

• Love: the learners practice the teachings of John the Baptist through sharing with the needy
• Unity and cooperation: the learners work in groups
• Social justice: the learners brainstorm how they can apply the message of John the Baptist in their daily lives. 

• Social cohesion: the learners brainstorm how to avoid evils condemned by John the Baptist
• Decision making: the learners apply the message of John the Baptist in their lives by practicing empathy and social justice in their interactions with others
• Human rights: the learners brainstorm the skills which Christians need to avoid evils condemned by John the Baptist.

• English language: the learners read Bible texts and brainstorm the meaning of prophecy, in groups
• Computer Science: the learners watch a video clip or listen to an audio on the annunciation and birth of John the Baptist
• Social Studies: the learners read in turns Luke 3:7-15 and discuss the message of John the Baptist and its relevance to their daily lives.

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