The Bible

The Bible as a Guide: Uses of the Bible

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

- explain different uses of Bible in the society today
- identify how the Bible guides in day-to-day life
- desire to read the Bible regularly

- List different ways in which the Bible is used today
- Brainstorm on the benefits of reading the Bible
- Write summary points on how the Bible guides them in daily life
- In turns read Joshua 1:8; 2 Timothy 3:16; Deuteronomy 6:4-8, write the verses on flash cards and discuss what they learnt

Why is the Bible referred to as a guide?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 32
- Bible
- Flash cards
- Digital devices

- Anecdotal Notes - Aural questions - Profiles - Authentic tasks

The Bible

The Bible as a Guide: Benefits of reading the Bible
Bible Stories: Courage - Peter and John in the Temple

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

- identify the benefits of reading the Bible
- explain how the Bible benefits the reader
- appreciate the Bible by reading it always

- Find out from their parents/guardians the importance of reading the Bible and write a report
- Sing relevant songs about the Bible as a guide in daily life
- Share how the Bible guides them to relate with others in class, school, home and in the neighbourhood

What are the benefits of reading the Bible?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 34
- Bible
- Flash cards
- Charts
- Digital devices
- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 37

- Observation Schedules - Written Quizzes - Checklists - Oral questions

The Bible

Bible Stories: Courage - Standing firm in faith

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

- explain reasons why Christians should stand firm in their faith
- outline lessons learnt from the story of Peter and John in the Temple
- desire to demonstrate courage in day-to-day life

- Compose a poem on courage
- Sing a relevant song on courage
- Discuss reasons why Christians should stand firm in their faith
- Explain how to apply the lessons from Peter and John in daily life

Why should Christians stand firm in spiritual matters in their day-to-day life?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 40
- Bible
- Flash cards
- Digital devices

- Anecdotal Notes - Authentic Tests - Word Search/Puzzle - Projects

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Bible Stories: Courage - Demonstrating courage

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

- appreciate the importance of standing firm in the Christian faith
- demonstrate courage in daily living
- desire to be courageous in defending faith

- Role play situations that require courage
- Share experiences of standing firm in faith
- Discuss ways of demonstrating courage in challenging situations
- Make a poster with courage messages

How can you demonstrate courage in your daily life?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 41
- Bible
- Flash cards
- Charts
- Digital devices

- Observation Schedules - Written Quizzes - Checklists - Oral questions

The Bible

Wisdom: King Solomon the wise ruler
Wisdom: Lessons from King Solomon

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

- explain the story of how King Solomon was guided by the Bible
- narrate how King Solomon used wisdom to solve the dispute
- desire to apply wisdom in solving problems

- Discuss how they solve disputes in their class
- In turns read 1 Kings 3:16-28 and retell how King Solomon used wisdom
- Watch a video clip on Solomon and the two disputing women

How did Solomon portray wisdom?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 42
- Bible
- Digital devices
- Flash cards
- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 45

- Oral Questions - Portfolio - Observation Schedule - Written Quizzes

The Bible

Wisdom: Applying wisdom in daily life

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

- apply lessons learnt from the story of King Solomon in daily life
- show wisdom in resolving conflicts
- desire to seek God's wisdom in all situations

- Come up with a play on how to solve disputes wisely
- Role play solving disputes using wisdom
- Make a poster on ways of solving disputes
- Display the poster in class

How can you apply wisdom to solve conflicts?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 47
- Bible
- Manila papers
- Markers
- Digital devices

- Observation - Projects - Portfolios - Role play assessment

The Bible

Respect for the Elderly: Noah and his sons

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

- narrate the story of Noah and his sons as guided by the Bible
- identify who showed respect and who showed disrespect in the story
- appreciate the importance of respecting the elderly

- In turns read Genesis 9:18-23 about Noah and his sons
- In groups discuss lessons learnt from the story
- Write the names of Noah's sons on a paper or use a digital device
- List the benefits of respecting the elderly

Why is the story of Noah and his sons still relevant today?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 48
- Bible
- Digital devices
- Flash cards

- Oral Questions - Portfolio - Observation Schedule - Written Quizzes

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Respect for the Elderly: Ways of showing respect
God Loves Humility: A hand writes on the wall

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

- explain ways of showing respect to the elderly
- identify benefits of respecting the elderly
- respect the elderly at home, church and in the community

- Role play how to show respect to the elderly at home and in public places
- Compose a poem about respect for the elderly in the society
- Explain the importance of respecting the elderly and those in authority

How can you show respect to the elderly?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 50
- Bible
- Flash cards
- Digital devices
- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 52

- Portfolios - Written questions - Assessment rubric

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God Loves Humility: Qualities portrayed by Daniel

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

- outline lessons learnt from the story of the hand writing on the wall
- outline the benefits of humility as learnt from the story
- desire to be humble in all interactions

- Watch a video clip on the story and say what they have learnt from the story
- Outline qualities portrayed by Daniel in the story
- Debate on the advantages of humility
- List ways in which they can show excellence in whatever they are asked to do

What qualities did Daniel portray in the story?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 54
- Bible
- Digital devices
- Flash cards

- Observation - Written Quizzes - Oral questions

The Bible

God Loves Humility: Practicing humility

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

- emulate Daniel's example by being faithful to God
- demonstrate humility in daily interactions
- desire to be humble before God and others

- Identify ways of showing humility in different settings
- Compose a poem about humility
- Discuss the benefits of being humble
- Practice humility in class activities

How can you demonstrate humility in your daily life?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 58
- Bible
- Flash cards
- Charts
- Digital devices

- Anecdotal Notes - Aural oral - Profiles - Authentic tasks

The Bible

Worship of the True God: Mount Carmel contest

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

- narrate Mount Carmel contest as guided by the Bible text
- identify how Elijah demonstrated faith in the true God
- desire to worship only the true God

- Brainstorm on reasons why people worship idol gods
- Say why idol worship is against the Ten Commandments and avoid being lured into it
- In turns read 1 Kings 18:26-39 and narrate the Mount Carmel contest
- Watch a video clip on Elijah on the Mount Carmel contest

How did Elijah demonstrate God's power during the contest at Mount Carmel?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 59
- Bible
- Digital devices
- Flash cards

- Oral Questions - Portfolio - Observation Schedule - Written Quizzes

The Bible

Worship of the True God: Distinguishing between true and false gods
Worship of the True God: Avoiding idol worship

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

- distinguish between true God and false gods
- outline lessons learnt from Mount Carmel contest
- avoid idol worship in daily life

- List the difference between the true God and false gods from the contest
- Describe lessons learnt from the Mount Carmel Contest
- Discuss why Elijah defended the worship of the true God
- Explain why it is good to worship the true God

What are the differences between the true God and false gods?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 62
- Bible
- Flash cards
- Charts
- Digital devices
- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 65
- Manila papers
- Markers

- Portfolios - Written questions - Assessment rubric

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God's Protection: The birth of Moses

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

- narrate the story of Moses as guided by the scriptures
- identify how God protected Moses through different people
- appreciate God's protection in life

- Share experiences of when and how God protected them from danger
- Read Exodus 2:1-10 in turns and narrate the story in the class
- Watch a video clip on Moses being rescued by Pharaoh's daughter (Exodus 2:5-6)

How did God protect Moses?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 66
- Bible
- Digital devices
- Flash cards

- Oral Questions - Portfolio - Observation Schedule - Written Quizzes

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God's Protection: Lessons from the story of Moses

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

- outline lessons learnt from the story of Moses
- identify values demonstrated by characters in the story
- desire to depend on God for guidance and protection

- Discuss lessons learnt from the story and write summary points
- State values learnt from the story
- Discuss in groups why their parents and teachers expect them to observe safety
- Sing a song relevant to the birth of Moses

What lessons can we learn from the story of Moses' birth?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 70
- Bible
- Flash cards
- Digital devices
- Song books

- Anecdotal Notes - Authentic Tests - Word Search/Puzzle - Projects

The Bible

God's Protection: Depending on God's guidance
Service to God: The call of Moses

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

- explain ways God protects people today
- identify situations requiring God's protection
- trust in God's protection in all situations

- Compose a song about the birth of Moses
- Sing the song to classmates
- Explain what they have learnt from the song
- Make a "thank you" note to God for His protection

How does God protect us today?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 71
- Bible
- Flash cards
- Digital devices
- Colored papers
- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 72

- Portfolio - Profiles - Written questions - Assessment rubric

The Bible

Service to God: Lessons from the call of Moses

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

- outline lessons learnt from the call of Moses
- identify values demonstrated by Moses
- desire to serve God faithfully

- Role play the call of Moses
- Discuss lessons learnt from the call of Moses
- Discuss with parents/guardians how Christian leaders obey God's instructions today
- List values learnt from Moses and write them on a chart

Why did Moses obey God?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 74
- Bible
- Flash cards
- Charts
- Digital devices

- Word search/puzzle - Checklists - Oral questions

The Bible

Service to God: Christian leaders obeying God

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

- explain ways Christian leaders obey God's instructions today
- identify importance of obeying God's instructions
- appreciate the importance of obeying God's instructions

- Discuss how Christian leaders obey God's instructions today
- Identify ways of serving God in the community
- Write down guidelines for obeying God's instructions
- Present their findings to classmates

How do Christian leaders obey God's instructions today?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 76
- Bible
- Flash cards
- Charts
- Digital devices

- Portfolio - Profiles - Written questions - Assessment rubric

The Church

The Holy Spirit: Gifts of the Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit: Fruit of the Holy Spirit

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

- identify the gifts of the Holy Spirit as outlined in the Bible text
- explain the importance of gifts of the Holy Spirit
- desire to use gifts from the Holy Spirit

- In pairs discuss the roles played by religious leaders and their parents in serving God
- In turns read 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 and identify the gifts mentioned
- In groups discuss why the gifts of the Holy Spirit are important to Christians today

How does the Holy Spirit inspire people to offer service to God and others?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 134
- Bible
- Flash cards
- Pictures
- Digital devices
- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 137
- Song books

- Oral Questions - Portfolio - Observation Schedule - Written Quizzes

The Church

The Holy Spirit: Values from the gifts and fruits

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

- list values which should influence the life of Christians from the gifts and fruits of the Holy Spirit
- apply the fruit of the Holy Spirit in daily life
- appreciate the role of the gifts of Holy Spirit in his/her life

- Create a poster showing how to apply the fruit of the Holy Spirit in daily life
- Discuss how to develop the fruit of the Holy Spirit
- Engage in role play demonstrating the fruit of the Holy Spirit

How can Christians develop the fruit of the Holy Spirit?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 139
- Bible
- Manila papers
- Markers
- Flash cards

- Written Quizzes - Question and Answer - Checklists

The Church

The Holy Spirit: Applying gifts in service

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

- identify personal gifts and talents
- explain how to use gifts to serve God and others
- desire to serve God using the Holy Spirit's gifts

- Identify personal gifts and talents
- Discuss how to use gifts in service to God and others
- Create a plan for using personal gifts in church and community service
- Share plans with classmates

How can we use our gifts to serve God and others?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 140
- Bible
- Flash cards
- Pictures
- Digital devices

- Portfolio - Profiles - Written questions - Assessment rubric

The Church

Intercessory Prayer: Peter's miraculous rescue
Intercessory Prayer: Demonstrating faith

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

- narrate the story of Peter's miraculous rescue to understand the power of intercessory prayers
- explain how God answered prayers for Peter
- appreciate the power of intercessory prayer

- In pairs discuss the importance of prayers in their life
- In turns read Acts 12:3-17 about the story of Peter's rescue from prison and narrate what happened
- Watch a video on Peter's miraculous rescue

How did Peter portray faith in Jesus Christ?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 141
- Bible
- Digital devices
- Flash cards
- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 144
- Pictures

- Oral Questions - Portfolio - Observation Schedule - Written Quizzes

The Church

Intercessory Prayer: Standing firm in faith

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

- appreciate lessons learnt from the story of Peter's rescue by doing what is right
- engage in intercessory prayer
- desire to stand firm in faith like Peter

- Discuss what inspires them about Peter's rescue by God
- Engage in activities that strengthen their faith in Christ
- Sing a song related to standing firm in the faith
- Brainstorm on activities carried out by Christians to demonstrate their faith in God

What is the meaning of intercessory prayer?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 146
- Bible
- Song books
- Flash cards
- Digital devices

- Portfolio - Profiles - Written questions - Assessment rubric

Christian Living

Friendship Formation: Qualities of a good friend

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

- identify qualities to consider in choosing a good friend
- explain the importance of having good friends
- desire to choose friends wisely

- In pairs, make a list of qualities to consider when choosing good friends
- Share whether their friends possess the qualities listed
- List behaviour that can pose negative influence on young people

How can you avoid negative peer pressure?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 147
- Bible
- Flash cards
- Pictures
- Digital devices

- Oral Questions - Portfolio - Observation Schedule - Written Quizzes

Christian Living

Friendship Formation: Avoiding negative influences

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

- explain values to consider in choosing friends to avoid negative peer influence
- identify ways to resist negative peer pressure
- desire to choose credible friends to avoid negative peer influence

- In pairs brainstorm on how to avoid the negative behaviour/peer influence
- In groups, discuss how to deal with bullying from unfriendly peers
- Read and write Proverbs 22:24-25 on a flash card and state the type of friends to avoid
- Discuss values to consider in choosing friends to avoid negative influence

What values should you consider when choosing friends?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 150
- Bible
- Flash cards
- Pictures
- Digital devices

- Observation Schedules - Written Quizzes - Checklists - Oral questions

Christian Living

Human Sexuality: Changes in adolescence
Human Sexuality: Healthy boy-girl relationships

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

- identify changes associated with adolescence
- outline how they cope with changes in their bodies
- appreciate the changes happening in their bodies

- In pairs list changes that take place in their bodies at adolescence stage
- Brainstorm on how they cope with changes in their bodies at this stage
- Debate why some sources of information about this age are ungodly and misleading

How do you cope with changes in adolescence?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 154
- Bible
- Flash cards
- Pictures
- Digital devices
- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 156

- Oral Questions - Portfolio - Observation Schedule - Written Quizzes

Christian Living

Human Sexuality: Overcoming unhealthy relationships

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

- discuss how to overcome unhealthy boy-girl relationships
- compose a poem on the need to lead a holy life
- desire to behave responsibly as an adolescent

- Discuss the meaning of unhealthy boy-girl relationship
- Brainstorm on the negative effects of engaging in unhealthy boy-girl relationships
- In pairs discuss how to overcome unhealthy boy-girl relationships
- Compose a poem on the need to lead a holy life and not to engage in sex before marriage

How can we overcome unhealthy boy-girl relationships?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 162
- Bible
- Flash cards
- Pictures
- Digital devices

- Portfolio - Profiles - Written questions - Assessment rubric

Christian Living

God the Source of Life: Christian teachings on life

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

- discuss Christian teachings on God as the only source of life
- explain the meaning of right to life
- appreciate that life is sacred

- Brainstorm on the importance of safety and security to human life
- In groups, learners read Genesis 1:27; 9:6 Psalms 49:7-8 and Exodus 20:13 and identify Christian teachings on sacredness of life
- Share examples of violation of human life today

Why is human life Sacred?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 163
- Bible
- Flash cards
- Pictures
- Digital devices

- Oral Questions - Portfolio - Observation Schedule - Written Quizzes

Christian Living

God the Source of Life: Violation of right to life
God the Source of Life: Coping with difficult emotions

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

- identify causes of violation of the right to life
- explain the consequences of violating human life
- desire to respect the right to life

- Brainstorm on the meaning of right to life and why it should be upheld by all and not be violated
- Debate the causes of violation of the right to life
- Discuss the consequences of violating human life

How will you encourage your classmates to respect the right to life?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 166
- Bible
- Flash cards
- Pictures
- Digital devices
- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 168
- Manila papers
- Markers

- Observation Schedules - Written Quizzes - Checklists - Oral questions

Christian Living

Good Health Practices: Alcohol, drug and substance abuse

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

- explain the meaning of alcohol, substance and drug abuse
- list examples of drugs that are abused today
- understand that drug abuse is harmful

- Discuss the meaning of alcohol, drug and substance abuse
- In pairs give examples of drugs commonly abused in Kenya today
- Read and discuss; Proverbs 20:1, Proverbs 31:6 Ephesians 5:18
- Brainstorm the lessons learnt from the Bible texts

How can you avoid alcohol, drug and substance abuse?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 169
- Bible
- Flash cards
- Pictures
- Digital devices

- Oral Questions - Portfolio - Observation Schedule - Written Quizzes

Christian Living

Good Health Practices: Reasons for and effects of abuse

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

- explain reasons why young people engage in alcohol, drug and substance abuse
- outline the effects of alcohol, drug and substance abuse
- desire to avoid harmful substances

- Brainstorm on reasons that lead to alcohol, drug and substance abuse among young people
- Explain the dangers of alcohol, drug and substance abuse
- Watch a video clip on the dangers of alcohol, drug and substance abuse

What are the dangers of alcohol, drug and substance abuse?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 171
- Bible
- Digital devices
- Flash cards
- Pictures

- Observation Schedules - Written Quizzes - Checklists - Oral questions

Christian Living

Good Health Practices: Avoiding alcohol, drug and substance abuse
Appropriate Use of Social Media: Common social media platforms

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

- identify ways of avoiding alcohol, drug and substance abuse
- create awareness about dangers of substance abuse
- appreciate the body as the temple of the Holy Spirit by avoiding alcohol, drugs and substance abuse

- In groups discuss how to avoid alcohol, drug and substance abuse
- Use flashcards to write sensitisation messages of saying No! to alcohol, drugs and substance abuse
- Display the messages on the school notice board
- Give a brief talk at the school assembly on the effects of alcohol, drug and substance abuse

How can you help someone avoid or overcome substance abuse?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 174
- Bible
- Manila papers
- Markers
- Flash cards
- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 175
- Digital devices
- Pictures

- Portfolio - Profiles - Written questions - Assessment rubric

Christian Living

Appropriate Use of Social Media: Advantages and disadvantages

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

- debate on the advantages and disadvantages of social media
- identify the positive and negative aspects of social media
- desire to use social media responsibly

- In groups, list advantages and disadvantages of social media
- In groups, discuss cyber-bullying and how to protect themselves
- Debate on the motion "Social media is ruining children and the youth"

What are the advantages and disadvantages of social media?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 178
- Bible
- Digital devices
- Flash cards
- Pictures

- Observation Schedules - Written Quizzes - Checklists - Oral questions

Christian Living

Appropriate Use of Social Media: Safety measures

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

- discuss safety measures to observe when using social media
- identify dangers of inappropriate social media use
- desire to use social media responsibly as a God fearing Christian

- In pairs discuss safety measures when using social media
- Watch good movies or educative documentaries e.g. Bible Stories
- Create a poster with social media safety tips
- Display the poster in the classroom or school notice board

How can we use social media responsibly?

- Growing in Christ Learner's Book pg. 181
- Bible
- Manila papers
- Markers
- Digital devices

- Portfolio - Profiles - Written questions - Assessment rubric