The Bible

Functions of the Bible - Importance of the Bible in society today

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

- Explain the importance of the Bible in society today
- Discuss two ways the Bible is used in society today
- Appreciate the Bible as the inspired word of God

- Share experiences of how they use the Bible
- Debate and write the main points on how the Bible is used in society today
- Read in turns 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Hebrews 4:12 and outline lessons learnt
- In groups prepare charts on the importance of the Bible and make a presentation in class

Why is the Bible important in the life of a Christian?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 52
- Charts
- Flash cards

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation - Checklists

The Bible

Functions of the Bible - Importance of the Bible in society today
Functions of the Bible - The role of the Bible for holistic growth

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

- Identify three ways the Bible is important in society today
- Explain how the Bible is used to guide people's lives
- Value the Bible as a source of moral guidance

- In groups prepare PowerPoint slides on the importance of the Bible in society today and present in class
- Write summary points on how the Bible is used in spreading the Word of God
- Read 2 Timothy 3:16-17 and discuss its application in daily life

How does the Bible guide people in society today?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 53
- Digital devices
- Projector
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 57
- Charts
- Pictures and photographs

- Oral questions - Peer assessment - Portfolio - Observation

The Bible

Functions of the Bible - The role of the Bible for holistic growth
Functions of the Bible - Ways in which God's Word inspires different services among Christians
Functions of the Bible - Ways in which God's Word inspires different services among Christians

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

- Explain how the Bible promotes social, emotional and intellectual growth
- Analyze Biblical teachings that enhance holistic development
- Desire to read the Bible for personal growth

- Discuss in groups how the Bible promotes social, emotional and intellectual growth of a person
- Read Romans 12:1-2 and discuss how it contributes to intellectual growth
- Share experiences of how the Bible has helped in their emotional growth

How does the Bible contribute to a person's social and emotional development?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 58
- Digital Course Books
- Charts
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 59
- Pictures showing Christians serving
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 60
- Resource person

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Self-assessment - Observation

The Bible

Divisions of the Bible - The two divisions of the Bible
Divisions of the Bible - The classification of the books of the Old Testament

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

- Identify the two major divisions of the Bible
- Explain the relationship between the Old Testament and New Testament
- Show interest in exploring both divisions of the Bible

- Brainstorm in pairs the two major divisions of the Bible
- Use the internet or the Bible to read out Books in the Old and New Testament
- Create a table showing the two divisions of the Bible and their characteristics

Why is it important to know the books of the Bible?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 63
- Charts
- Flash cards
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 64
- Flash cards
- Charts
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 65

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation - Check lists

The Bible

Divisions of the Bible - The classification of the books of the New Testament

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

- Outline the four major categories of books in the New Testament
- Group books of the New Testament according to their categories
- Value the diversity of the New Testament books

- In pairs, outline the four major categories of books in the New Testament
- Group books of the New Testament according to their categories
- Design a bookmark showing the books of the Bible and place it in their Bible

How are books in the New Testament classified?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 66
- Flash cards
- Charts

- Observation - Written assignments - Peer assessment - Project

The Bible

Divisions of the Bible - Appreciation of the Bible for reflective learning

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

- Explain how the Bible helps in reflective learning
- Use the Bible for personal reflection
- Appreciate the Bible as a tool for reflection

- Discuss how different books of the Bible can be used for reflection
- Read Psalm 119:97-104 and reflect on its meaning
- Write a short reflection on a Bible passage of their choice

How can you use the Bible for personal reflection?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 67
- Journal
- Charts

- Journal - Written assignments - Observation - Self-assessment

The Bible

Divisions of the Bible - Appreciation of the Bible for reflective learning and living
Bible Translations - Bible translations used in Kenya today

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

- Discuss how Biblical teachings can be applied in daily life
- Apply Biblical principles in making decisions
- Show willingness to live by Biblical principles

- Share experiences of how they have applied Biblical teachings in their lives
- Role play on applying Biblical principles in various situations
- Create personal goals based on Biblical principles

How can you apply Biblical teachings in your daily life?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 68
- Charts
- Journals
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 73
- Different Bible versions
- Digital devices

- Observation - Peer assessment - Journal - Role play

The Bible

Bible Translations - Bible translations used in Kenya today

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

- List different Bible translations available in Kenya
- Discuss the origin of different Bible translations
- Show interest in exploring different Bible translations

- Examine different Bible translations available in class
- Discuss the differences between various translations
- Create a chart showing different Bible translations used in Kenya

What are the differences between various Bible translations?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 74
- Different Bible versions
- Charts

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation - Project

The Bible

Bible Translations - Reasons for translation of Bible into local languages

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

- Explain why the Bible was translated into local languages
- Discuss the importance of having the Bible in local languages
- Appreciate efforts made to translate the Bible into local languages

- In groups discuss reasons that led to the translation of the Bible to local languages
- Read the newspaper excerpt about Dr. Ludwig Krapf and discuss his contribution
- Write a summary of reasons for Bible translation into local languages

Why is it important to translate the Bible into different languages?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 76
- Charts
- Resource person

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation - Group discussions

The Bible

Bible Translations - Reasons for translation of Bible into local languages
Bible Translations - Social and economic effects of translation of the Bible into local languages

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

- Identify challenges faced in Bible translation
- Explain the skills required for Bible translation
- Value the work of Bible translators

- Discuss challenges that Bible translators face
- Brainstorm on skills required for Bible translation
- Read about Mr. Tenda's challenges in translating the Bible into Kwenzu language and discuss possible solutions

What challenges do Bible translators face?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 77
- Charts
- Resource person
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 78

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation - Group discussions

The Bible

Bible Translations - Social and economic effects of translation of the Bible into local languages

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

- Identify economic effects of Bible translation into local languages
- Discuss how Bible translation has contributed to economic development
- Appreciate the economic impact of Bible translation

- Interview a resource person on the social and economic effects of translating the Bible to local languages
- Debate on the topic: "Is Bible translation still necessary in our society today?"
- Prepare a poster on economic benefits of Bible translation

How has Bible translation contributed to economic development?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 79
- Charts
- Resource person

- Oral questions - Debate - Observation - Project

The Bible

Leadership in Israel: Moses - Ways in which God prepared Moses for leadership

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

- Describe the early life of Moses
- Explain how the events in Moses' early life prepared him for leadership
- Appreciate God's plan in preparing individuals for leadership

- Discuss in groups characteristics of a good leader
- Narrate to classmates the story of the birth of Moses and his call to serve God
- Read Exodus 2:1-15 and identify how God prepared Moses for leadership

Why was leadership in Israel important?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 83
- Charts
- Flash cards

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation - Group discussions

The Bible

Leadership in Israel: Moses - Ways in which God prepared Moses for leadership
Leadership in Israel: Moses - The roles played by Moses during the Exodus

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

- Analyze how God prepared Moses through his encounter at the burning bush
- Identify the objections Moses raised when called by God
- Value God's presence in preparing leaders

- Read Exodus 3:1-22, Exodus 4:1-20 and discuss how the work that Moses was doing prepared him for leadership
- Identify the objections Moses raised and how God addressed them
- Create a chart showing how God prepared Moses for leadership

How did God prepare Moses to lead the Israelites?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 84
- Charts
- Flash cards
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 85

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation - Project

The Bible

Leadership in Israel: Moses - The roles played by Moses during the Exodus

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

- Describe how Moses provided for the needs of the Israelites
- Explain how Moses resolved conflicts among the Israelites
- Show willingness to take up leadership roles

- Read Exodus 15:22-25, Exodus 18:5-10, Exodus 18:13-26, Deuteronomy 4:1-6
- Discuss the leadership roles that Moses played during the journey through the wilderness
- Role play how Moses delegated responsibilities to leaders of thousands, hundreds, fifties and tens

How did Moses solve problems faced by the Israelites?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 86
- Charts
- Flash cards

- Oral questions - Role play - Observation - Project

The Bible

Leadership in Israel: Moses - The leadership qualities of Moses that Christians can emulate

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

- Identify leadership qualities displayed by Moses
- Explain how Moses' leadership qualities helped him lead effectively
- Desire to develop good leadership qualities

- Brainstorm on qualities they consider when choosing their leaders in school or church
- Read Exodus 14:10-16, 14:21, 15:22-25, 18:5-10, 18:13-26 and identify leadership qualities displayed by Moses
- Create a table showing leadership qualities displayed by Moses

What leadership qualities did Moses display?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 87
- Charts
- Flash cards

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation - Group discussions

The Bible
The Early Life of Jesus Christ
The Early Life of Jesus Christ

Leadership in Israel: Moses - The leadership qualities of Moses that Christians can emulate
Prophecies about the Messiah - Old Testament prophecies
Prophecies about the Messiah - Old Testament prophecies

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

- Explain how Christians can emulate Moses' leadership qualities
- Apply leadership qualities in daily interactions
- Value the importance of good leadership

- Discuss how the leadership qualities of Moses can be applied in their daily lives
- Debate on the advantages of choosing good leaders in society today
- Write a journal on how to be a good leader in the school, church, and the community

How can you apply Moses' leadership qualities in your life?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 89
- Charts
- Flash cards
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 92
- Flash cards
- Charts
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 93

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation - Journal

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

Prophecies about the Messiah - Fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies
Prophecies about the Messiah - The annunciation and birth of John the Baptist

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

- Describe how Jesus' birth fulfilled the Old Testament prophecies
- Match the prophecies with their fulfillment in Jesus
- Value the fulfillment of God's promises

- Watch a video clip on prophecies about the Messiah
- Conduct an online/library search on the prophecies about the Messiah and present the points in class
- In turns read Matthew 1:18-23, Luke 1:26-32 and summarize how Jesus Christ fulfilled the Old Testament prophecies

How did Jesus fulfill the Old Testament prophecies?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 95
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 96
- Charts
- Pictures

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation - Project

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

Prophecies about the Messiah - The birth of John the Baptist
Prophecies about the Messiah - How the birth of John the Baptist relates to the coming of Jesus Christ
The Birth and Childhood of Jesus Christ - Events during the annunciation of the birth of Jesus

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

- Describe the events surrounding the birth of John the Baptist
- Explain the significance of the naming of John the Baptist
- Appreciate God's plan in John's birth

- Read Luke 1:57-66 and describe the birth of John the Baptist
- Discuss why the neighbors were surprised when they learned that the child would not be named after Zechariah
- Write short notes about the birth of John the Baptist

Why was John the Baptist's birth significant?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 98
- Charts
- Pictures
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 99
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 106

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation - Project

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

The Birth and Childhood of Jesus Christ - Events during the birth of Jesus
The Birth and Childhood of Jesus Christ - The dedication of Jesus Christ in the Temple

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

- Describe the circumstances surrounding Jesus' birth
- Explain the announcement of Jesus' birth to the shepherds
- Value the significance of Jesus' humble birth

- Read Luke 2:1-20 and outline the events that took place during the birth of Jesus
- Watch a video clip on the birth of Jesus Christ and write the key points on a chart
- Draw/create illustrations of the birth of Jesus Christ

What is the significance of Jesus' birth in Bethlehem?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 107
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 109
- Charts
- Pictures

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation - Project

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

The Birth and Childhood of Jesus Christ - The dedication of Jesus Christ in the Temple

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

- Explain the roles played by Simeon and Anna during Jesus' dedication
- Discuss Simeon's prophecy about Jesus
- Value the role of elderly people of faith

- Discuss what Simeon said about Jesus
- Describe Prophet Anna according to the Bible story
- Compare the dedication of Jesus in the Temple with dedication ceremonies in churches today

What did Simeon and Anna reveal about Jesus?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 110
- Charts
- Pictures

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation - Project

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

The Birth and Childhood of Jesus Christ - Jesus in the Temple with elders
The Birth and Childhood of Jesus Christ - Values Christians learn from the birth and childhood of Jesus Christ

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

- Describe the incident of Jesus in the Temple with the elders
- Explain the concern shown by Jesus' parents
- Value the importance of religious education

- Read Luke 2:41-52 and answer questions about Jesus' visit to the Temple
- Describe what Jesus was doing in the Temple according to Luke 2:46
- Draw a picture map on the story of Jesus Christ with the elders in the Temple

Why was Jesus found in the Temple?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 111
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 112
- Flash cards

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation - Project

The Church

Selected Forms of Worship - Biblical teachings on selected forms of worship

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

- Explain the meaning of worship
- Identify different forms of worship mentioned in the Bible
- Appreciate worship as a way of honoring God

- Share experiences of how worship is done in his/her church
- In pairs, discuss the meaning of "worship"
- In turns, read Exodus 15:20-21, Psalm 30:11-12, 96:1-2 and outline the teachings on praise and thanksgiving

Why is prayer and fasting important in the life of a Christian?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 116
- Charts
- Digital devices
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 117
- Pictures of musical instruments

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation - Group discussions

The Church

Selected Forms of Worship - Importance of prayer and fasting
Selected Forms of Worship - Ways in which we practice the teachings of Jesus Christ on prayer and fasting

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

- Explain the meaning of prayer and fasting
- Discuss the importance of prayer in a Christian's life
- Value prayer as a way of communicating with God

- Brainstorm, in groups, why prayer is an important form of worship
- Use a digital device or a poster to summarize points on the importance of prayer
- In groups read Matthew 6:9-13, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 and write lessons learnt

Why is prayer important to Christians?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 118
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 119
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 120
- Charts
- Digital resources

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation - Group discussions

The Church

Selected Forms of Worship - Ways in which we practice the teachings of Jesus Christ on prayer and fasting
Role of the Church in Education and Health - Contribution of the Church towards education in Kenya
Role of the Church in Education and Health - Contribution of the Church towards health in Kenya

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

- Describe Jesus' teachings on fasting
- Explain how to apply Jesus' teachings on fasting
- Value the spiritual discipline of fasting

- In pairs read Matthew 6:16-18 and discuss how one should behave when fasting
- Discuss the situations when Christians fast and pray
- Debate on the motion "We were created to worship God"

How should Christians fast according to Jesus' teachings?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 121
- Charts
- Digital resources
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 124
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 125

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation - Debate

The Church

Role of the Church in Education and Health - Barriers to effective Church mission work in education and health

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

- Identify barriers to effective Church mission work in education
- Explain how these barriers affect the Church's mission
- Show concern for challenges facing the Church

- Carry out an online search on barriers to effective church mission work in education
- In groups discuss and summarize on charts barriers to effective church mission work in education
- Suggest ways to overcome these barriers

What challenges does the Church face in supporting education?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 126
- Digital devices
- Charts

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation - Group discussions

The Church
Christian Living Today
Christian Living Today

Role of the Church in Education and Health - Barriers to effective Church mission work in education and health
Human Sexuality - The meaning of human sexuality
Human Sexuality - Healthy and unhealthy relationships

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

- Identify barriers to effective Church mission work in health
- Explain how these barriers affect the Church's mission in healthcare
- Desire to contribute to solutions for these challenges

- Carry out an online search on barriers to effective church mission work in health
- In groups discuss and summarize on charts barriers to effective church mission work in health
- Interview resource persons on the contribution of the Church in education and health in Kenya today

What challenges does the Church face in supporting healthcare?

- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Grade 7 pg. 127
- Digital devices
- Resource persons
- Oxford Alive CRE Learner's Book pg. 131
- Flash cards
- Charts
- Good News Bible
- Digital devices
- Oxford Alive CRE Learner's Book pg. 133
- Pictures

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation - Interview reports

Christian Living Today

Human Sexuality - Circumstances that lead to unhealthy relationships
Human Sexuality - Consequences of engaging in sex before marriage
Human Sexuality - Values and skills for maintaining healthy relationships

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

- Identify circumstances that lead to unhealthy relationships
- Explain how peer pressure influences one to engage in unhealthy relationships
- Describe situations and places that can lead to sexual temptations
- Show commitment to avoid tempting situations and places

- Read the story of Sasi and answer questions about the temptation she is facing
- Discuss how peer pressure leads to unhealthy relationships
- Study pictures showing situations that can lead to sexual temptations
- Organize into groups and discuss tempting situations and ways to overcome them
- Role play ways of overcoming tempting situations

How can you overcome circumstances that lead to unhealthy relationships?

- Oxford Alive CRE Learner's Book pg. 134
- Pictures
- Charts
- Good News Bible
- Flash cards
- Oxford Alive CRE Learner's Book pg. 136
- Manila paper
- Oxford Alive CRE Learner's Book pg. 138
- Journal

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments - Role play assessment

Christian Living Today

Christian Marriage and Family - Biblical teachings on marriage and family
Christian Marriage and Family - Biblical teachings on family

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

- Explain the biblical teachings on marriage
- Describe the importance of marriage ceremony components
- Discuss the biblical basis for marriage according to Genesis 2:23-24
- Appreciate marriage as a sacred institution ordained by God

- Read the story about Timothy attending a wedding ceremony
- Discuss where the wedding was held and what the pastor said about marriage
- Share experiences of wedding ceremonies attended
- Identify common practices in wedding ceremonies
- Read Genesis 2:23-24 and Ephesians 5:22-33 to identify biblical teachings on marriage
- Discuss what the Bible teaches about marriage

Why is marriage considered a sacred institution?

- Oxford Alive CRE Learner's Book pg. 143
- Good News Bible
- Flash cards
- Pictures of wedding ceremonies
- Oxford Alive CRE Learner's Book pg. 145
- Pictures of families
- Charts

- Written assignments - Observation - Oral questions - Group discussions

Christian Living Today

Christian Marriage and Family - Ways through which Christians promote values among young people before marriage
Christian Marriage and Family - Skills that young people need to contribute towards stable families

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

- Identify values that Christians promote among young people before marriage
- Explain the importance of these values for marriage
- Describe ways Christians use to promote values among young people
- Appreciate the role of the Church in preparing young people for marriage

- Read the values on the poster that Stella saw on the church noticeboard
- Discuss the importance of having the values on the poster before marriage
- Identify other values young people should learn before marriage
- Read the story about Ruth and identify ways in which members of Uwezo Church promote values among young people
- Discuss how Christians use activities like youth games, youth camps, and youth church services to promote values

How does the Church prepare young people for marriage?

- Oxford Alive CRE Learner's Book pg. 146
- Charts
- Posters
- Good News Bible
- Flash cards
- Oxford Alive CRE Learner's Book pg. 148

- Written assignments - Observation - Oral questions - Group discussions

Christian Living Today

Alcohol, Drug and Substance Use - Types of drugs commonly abused by the youth in Kenya
Alcohol, Drug and Substance Use - Reasons why young people use drugs

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

- Define the terms alcohol, drug, and substance
- Identify types of drugs commonly abused by youth in Kenya
- Categorize drugs according to their effects on the body
- Show awareness of drugs commonly abused by youth

- Define the terms alcohol, drug, substance, and substance use
- Follow strings to find meanings of terms
- Study the chart showing types of drugs and substances commonly used by youth
- Fill in a table categorizing drugs as stimulants, hallucinogens, depressants, and narcotics
- Study the poster showing drugs and identify them
- List drugs and substances commonly used in Kenya today

Which drugs are commonly abused by youth in Kenya today?

- Oxford Alive CRE Learner's Book pg. 154
- Charts
- Pictures
- Posters
- Good News Bible
- Oxford Alive CRE Learner's Book pg. 156
- Flash cards

- Written assignments - Observation - Oral questions - Group discussions

Christian Living Today

Alcohol, Drug and Substance Use - Effects of alcohol, drug and substance use

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

- Identify drugs that young people are using in the stories
- Describe how drug use negatively affects health, education, and relationships
- Discuss effects of drug and substance use on families
- Show concern for the negative effects of drug abuse

- Read stories of young people like Purity, Odolo, and Esther
- Identify the drugs that the young people in the stories are using
- Explain how the use of drugs negatively affects health, education, and relationships
- Discuss other negative effects on users and their families
- Complete a table on effects of alcohol, drug, and substance use
- Role play the effects of alcohol, drug, and substance use

How does drug abuse affect individuals and their families?

- Oxford Alive CRE Learner's Book pg. 157
- Charts
- Good News Bible
- Flash cards

- Role play assessment - Written assignments - Observation - Oral questions

Christian Living Today

Alcohol, Drug and Substance Use - Biblical teachings on alcohol, drug and substance use

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

- Identify Bible passages that address alcohol and substance use
- Explain what these passages teach about alcohol and substance use
- Discuss how the Bible advises Christians regarding their bodies
- Desire to keep their bodies pure as temples of the Holy Spirit

- Read Bible verses: Ephesians 5:18, Proverbs 20:1, 1 Corinthians 3:17, and 1 Corinthians 6:9-10
- Discuss what Ephesians 5:18 teaches about the consequence of being drunk
- Explain how Proverbs 20:1 describes a person who drinks
- Discuss who God's temple is according to 1 Corinthians 3:17
- Read what Godfrey, Rhoda, Fred, and Tabitha shared and discuss biblical teachings
- Record how each Bible verse can help live a responsible life

What does the Bible teach about alcohol, drug and substance use?

- Oxford Alive CRE Learner's Book pg. 159
- Good News Bible
- Charts
- Flash cards

- Written assignments - Biblical reflection - Observation - Oral questions

Christian Living Today

Alcohol, Drug and Substance Use - Values and skills required to avoid alcohol, drug and substance use
Gambling - Biblical teachings on gambling

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

- Identify values and skills needed to avoid alcohol and substance use
- Explain how these values and skills help in avoiding substance abuse
- Discuss ways of living a life free of alcohol and drug use
- Show commitment to live a life free of alcohol and substance use

- Read about values that help avoid alcohol and substance use, such as responsibility and integrity
- Discuss the meaning of each value and how it's practiced
- Explain how each value helps avoid alcohol and substance use
- Read flash cards about skills like assertiveness, self-awareness, and critical thinking
- Discuss how these skills have helped people avoid drugs
- Debate on skills and values required to avoid alcohol and substance use
- Prepare a poster with points and display it on the school noticeboard

Which values and skills can help you avoid alcohol, drug and substance use?

- Oxford Alive CRE Learner's Book pg. 161
- Flash cards
- Charts
- Good News Bible
- Posters
- Oxford Alive CRE Learner's Book pg. 166

- Poster assessment - Debate assessment - Written assignments - Observation

Christian Living Today

Gambling - Causes of gambling in the society today

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

- Identify factors that lead people to gambling
- Discuss how poverty, laziness, and peer pressure contribute to gambling
- Explain the influence of social media on gambling
- Show awareness of the causes of gambling

- Read the story about Buni and answer questions about why he wanted to gamble
- Discuss what you would do in Buni's situation
- Evaluate the advice given to Buni by Emmanuel
- Identify skills which Emmanuel encouraged Buni to exercise
- Use a digital device to search the internet or read relevant textbooks to find out causes of gambling
- Discuss how greed, poverty, peer pressure, and social media lead to gambling
- Match each cause of gambling with its correct explanation

Why do people engage in gambling activities?

- Oxford Alive CRE Learner's Book pg. 168
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Good News Bible
- Textbooks

- Written assignments - Observation - Oral questions - Group discussions

Christian Living Today

Gambling - Effects of gambling on individuals and families

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

- Identify effects of gambling from the poster
- Explain how gambling can lead to addiction, depression, and loss of work
- Discuss how gambling affects family relationships
- Show concern for the negative effects of gambling

- Read the message on the poster about gambling
- Identify the effects of gambling from the poster
- Explain how gambling can lead to addiction, depression, loss of work, strained relationships, and debt
- Read the conversation between Rhoda and the students about effects of gambling
- Identify and explain effects of gambling on individuals and families
- Write negative effects of gambling on flash cards
- Role play the effects of gambling on individuals and families
- Record the role play using a digital device

How does gambling affect individuals and families?

- Oxford Alive CRE Learner's Book pg. 170
- Posters
- Flash cards
- Good News Bible
- Digital devices

- Role play assessment - Written assignments - Observation - Oral questions

Christian Living Today

Gambling - Measures taken by Christians and the government to help young people overcome gambling
Gambling - Skills and values needed to overcome gambling

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

- Identify measures taken by the church to help youth overcome gambling
- Describe government initiatives to regulate gambling
- Explain how these measures help young people
- Appreciate efforts to combat gambling addiction

- Read what Matthew, Naomi, and Paul are saying about church measures
- Identify the measures taken by their church to help young people overcome gambling
- Read the case study about government measures
- Discuss measures taken by the government
- Explain how banning gambling advertisements on television and supporting anti-gambling advertisements help young people
- Share a story where measures taken were successful

What measures have Christians and the government taken to help young people overcome gambling?

- Oxford Alive CRE Learner's Book pg. 172
- Charts
- Good News Bible
- Case studies
- Oxford Alive CRE Learner's Book pg. 174
- Flash cards
- Posters

- Written assignments - Observation - Oral questions - Group discussions

Christian Living Today

Social Media - Social media platforms used by young people today

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

- Define social media
- Identify social media platforms used by young people
- Describe the uses of various social media platforms
- Show awareness of social media platforms and their uses

- Define social media in class
- Name social media platforms seen or used
- Study pictures of social media platforms and identify them
- List other social media platforms used by young people today
- Name social media platforms used and what they were used for
- Complete a table showing what each social media platform is used for

Which social media platforms do young people use today?

- Oxford Alive CRE Learner's Book pg. 179
- Pictures of social media logos
- Digital devices
- Charts

- Written assignments - Observation - Oral questions - Group discussions

Christian Living Today

Social Media - Ways of using social media responsibly

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

- Describe ways of using social media responsibly
- Explain how responsible use of social media builds trust
- Discuss the benefits of responsible social media use
- Desire to use social media responsibly

- Read what John, Lucy, and Abdi are saying about social media use
- Discuss how the children are using social media responsibly
- Explain how to use WhatsApp, YouTube, and Facebook responsibly
- Discuss other ways young people can use social media responsibly
- Explore how responsible use of social media builds trust with parents and guardians

How can you use social media responsibly?

- Oxford Alive CRE Learner's Book pg. 180
- Charts
- Digital devices
- Good News Bible

- Written assignments - Observation - Oral questions - Group discussions

Christian Living Today

Social Media - Ways in which social media is misused today
Social Media - Ways we should respond to cyberbullying

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

- Identify ways social media is misused today
- Explain the effects of spending too much time on social media
- Discuss the dangers of sharing personal information online
- Show awareness of social media misuse and its consequences

- Read flash cards made by Bidii Junior Secondary School students
- Discuss different ways people misuse social media
- Discuss the effects of spending too much time on social media
- Analyze the dangers of spreading false information
- Evaluate the risks of sharing too much personal information
- Discuss the impact of commenting rudely on others' posts
- Read information about Japheth and Eli's social media use and determine who is using it responsibly

How is social media misused today?

- Oxford Alive CRE Learner's Book pg. 180
- Flash cards
- Charts
- Digital devices
- Oxford Alive CRE Learner's Book pg. 182
- Good News Bible
- Poems

- Written assignments - Observation - Oral questions - Group discussions

Christian Living Today

Social Media - Skills and values needed when using social media platforms
Social Media - Christian approach to social media

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

- Identify skills and values needed when using social media
- Explain the importance of these skills and values
- Discuss precautions to take when using social media
- Show commitment to use social media responsibly

- Read what Mr. Kioko is saying about skills and values for social media use
- Identify skills and values needed when using social media
- Categorize values and skills from the box into the right categories
- Explain how each value promotes responsible use of social media
- Discuss why respect and time management are important when using social media
- Read the poster on precautions to take when using social media
- Role play responsible and irresponsible use of social media

Which values and skills do you need when using social media?

- Oxford Alive CRE Learner's Book pg. 184
- Posters
- Charts
- Good News Bible
- Digital devices
- Resource person

- Role play assessment - Written assignments - Observation - Poster assessment