THE FAMILY

Definition and types of families

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define family as basic social unit. Identify different types of families. Compare nuclear, polygamous, single-parent and extended families.

Definition of family as basic social unit; Discussion of nuclear family advantages: undivided attention, mutual love, sexual satisfaction; Examination of single-parent and extended family structures

The Bible, Family structure charts, Visual aids

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 76-80

THE FAMILY

Traditional African vs Christian understanding of family

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Compare traditional African and Christian family concepts. Explain extended family advantages and disadvantages. Discuss Christian family as religious center.

Analysis of extended family advantages: belonging, stability, unity; Discussion of disadvantages: exploitation, dependency, conflicts; Scripture study on Christian family foundation (Genesis, 1 Corinthians 7:2-5)

The Bible, Genesis and 1 Corinthians passages

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 78-82

THE FAMILY

Responsible parenthood and contraception
Family problems - Child abuse, diseases, and unfaithfulness

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define responsible parenthood and its manifestations. Explain natural and artificial contraception methods. Discuss Christian views on family planning.

Discussion of parental roles and comprehensive child education; Study of Proverbs 22:6, Deuteronomy 6:5-9 on child training; Examination of Christian perspectives on contraception and family planning

The Bible, Proverbs and Deuteronomy passages, Contraception materials
The Bible, Exodus 20:14, Child protection materials

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 82-87

THE FAMILY

Family problems - Separation, divorce, and childlessness

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain causes and effects of separation and divorce. Discuss childlessness challenges and solutions. Compare traditional and Christian responses to family breakdown.

Analysis of separation vs divorce and their causes; Discussion of traditional African discouragement of divorce; Study of Jesus' teaching on divorce and Christian marriage permanence

The Bible-Matthew teachings on divorce

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 91-95

THE FAMILY

Family problems - Jealousy, resource misuse, and leadership styles

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss jealousy in families and its management. Explain family resource misuse and Christian stewardship. Analyze leadership styles and their effects on family harmony.

Analysis of jealousy causes in polygamous families; Study of biblical teaching against jealousy (Galatians 5:19-21); Discussion of family resource misuse and Christian stewardship principles;

The Bible, Galatians and Ephesians passages

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 95-99

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WORK

The meaning of work and reasons for working

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define work in its widest sense. Distinguish between labour and creative work. Explain reasons why people work.

Definition of work as human activity using intellectual or physical energy; Discussion of work dimensions: physical, spiritual, moral, economic, cultural; Analysis of reasons for working: self-satisfaction, personal development, basic needs, dignity; Examination of work as life itself and source of meaning

The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 95-98

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WORK

Types of work and vocation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify different types of work people engage in. Define vocation and its biblical foundation. Distinguish between professions, trades, crafts, careers, guilds and jobs.

Discussion of salaried employment, self-employment, casual work; Analysis of professions requiring advanced education; Study of biblical calling: prophets, disciples, Paul's teaching on gifts (1 Corinthians 12:4-31)

The Bible, 1 Corinthians passage, Work classification charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 96-100

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WORK

Traditional African attitude to work

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain traditional African understanding of work. Discuss work organization by age, gender and social status. Analyze religious dimension of work in African communities.

Analysis of work as fundamental dimension of human existence; Discussion of work division by age, gender, social status; Examination of training methods: children with mothers, girls learning domestic tasks, boys learning masculine duties; Study of work's religious dimension: prayers, sacrifices, thanksgiving ceremonies

The Bible, Traditional work examples, Cultural practice materials

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 100-102

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WORK

Secular attitude to work and Christian teaching on work
Virtues related to work

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Compare secular attitudes to work with Christian perspectives. Explain biblical foundation of Christian work ethic. Analyze God as worker and humans as co-creators.

Discussion of secular factors: education level, opportunities, competition; Analysis of negative secular attitudes: work as commodity, personal gain focus; Scripture study Genesis 1-2 on God as worker; Study of Jesus as carpenter and Paul as tent maker

The Bible, Genesis creation passages
The Bible, Virtue definition materials

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 102-105

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WORK

Professional ethics, ethos and codes

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define professional ethos, ethics and codes. Explain roles of professional codes in society. Discuss importance of professional standards and public trust.

Definition of professional ethos as character of profession; Discussion of professional ethics as principles of conduct

The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 106-108

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WORK

Rights and duties of employers and employees

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain rights and duties of employers. Discuss rights and duties of employees. Analyze importance of cordial employer-employee relationships.

Discussion of employer rights: business freedom, profits, loyalty expectation, Examination of employee rights

The Bible, Rights and duties charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 108-110

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WORK

Employment and wage/labour contracts

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss Christian approach to employment issues. Explain biblical principles on wages and labour contracts. Analyze just wage considerations.

Study of biblical employment principles (Leviticus 19:13, Luke 10:7); Analysis of Paul's teaching on fair wages (1 Timothy 5:18) Examination of labour contract protection and legal binding

The Bible, Leviticus and Luke passages

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 110-112

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WORK

Industrial action/strikes

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain causes and forms of industrial action. Discuss negative effects of strikes. Analyze Christian attitude to labour disputes.

Definition of strikes as protest for better conditions; Discussion of strike forms, Examination of Christian peaceful approach to dispute resolution; Study of Matthew 5:21-26 on peaceful solutions

The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 112-113

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WORK

Child labour

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define child labour and explain its causes. Discuss exploitation of children in various forms of work. Analyze traditional African vs modern approaches to children's work.

Definition of child labour as full-time employment of under-18s; Discussion of causes, Study of biblical view of children as God's blessings (Psalms 127:3-5)

The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 113-116

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WORK

Child labour (continued) and child protection
Unemployment

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss international and national child protection measures. Explain Christian response to child abuse and exploitation. Analyze children's rights and responsibilities.

Analysis of international declarations: UN Rights of Child, African Charter; Discussion of Kenya's Children's Act and government measures; Examination of organizations: UNICEF, ANPPACAN, CRADLE; Study of children's rights: life, education, expression, protection

The Bible
The Bible, 1 Corinthians 12 on talents, Unemployment statistics

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 114-116

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WORK

Self-employment

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define self-employment and explain its importance. Discuss factors to consider before starting businesses. Analyze Jua Kali sector and entrepreneurship opportunities.

Definition of self-employment as personal enterprise initiation; Discussion of importance: income generation, job creation, economic welfare; Study of Christian encouragement for work and job creation

The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 117-118

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WORK

Biblical foundation of work and modern applications

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Synthesize biblical teachings on work from Old and New Testament. Apply Christian work principles to contemporary employment challenges. Develop Christian work ethic for modern contexts.

Comprehensive review of Genesis creation and work; Analysis of Jesus as worker and Paul's teachings; Integration of traditional African, secular, and Christian work attitudes; Application of biblical principles to modern employment issues; Development of Christian approach to contemporary work challenges

The Bible, Genesis and New Testament work passages, Application scenarios

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 95-118

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LEISURE

The meaning and forms of leisure

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define leisure as time free from work or duties. Distinguish between passive and active leisure. Analyze advantages and disadvantages of different leisure forms.

Definition of leisure as relaxation time; Discussion of passive vs active leisure forms; Analysis of advantages: rest, talent development; Study of disadvantages: addiction, health risks

The Bible, Leisure activity examples, Visual aids

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 119-122

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LEISURE

Importance of leisure and traditional African understanding

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain importance of leisure for human wellbeing. Discuss traditional African organization of leisure activities. Analyze leisure in African ceremonies and age groups.

Analysis of leisure importance for rest and recreation; Discussion of traditional African leisure organization by age and gender; Examination of ceremonial leisure: initiation, marriage, naming; Study of storytelling and age-specific activities

The Bible, Traditional ceremony examples, African leisure materials

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 122-125

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LEISURE

Christian teaching on leisure
Misuse of leisure today

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain biblical foundation of leisure from creation story. Discuss Jesus' example of rest and recreation. Analyze Christian use of leisure time.

Scripture study Genesis 2:2, Exodus 20:8-11 on Sabbath rest; Analysis of Jesus' leisure examples; Discussion of Christian activities: worship, visiting sick, retreat; Study of Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 on appropriate timing

The Bible, Genesis and Exodus passages
The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 125-128

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LEISURE

Use and abuse of alcohol

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain traditional and modern uses of alcohol. Discuss effects of alcohol abuse on individuals and families. Analyze Christian views on alcohol consumption.

Discussion of traditional vs modern alcohol use; Analysis of abuse effects: health, family, work problems

The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 130-133

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LEISURE

Use and abuse of drugs

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define drugs and classify different types. Explain effects of medical, soft, and hard drugs. Discuss reasons for drug abuse among youth.

Definition and classification of drugs; Analysis of medical, soft, and hard drug effects; Discussion of abuse reasons

The Bible, Drug classification charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 133-138

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LEISURE

Causes and prevention of drug abuse

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Analyze factors leading to alcohol and drug abuse. Discuss prevention strategies and rehabilitation measures. Explain role of family, church, and society in prevention.

Analysis of abuse causes: parental neglect, financial stress, media influence; Discussion of prevention strategies and rehabilitation organizations

The Bible, charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 133-138

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LEISURE
CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WEALTH, MONEY AND POVERTY

Christian criteria for evaluating leisure use
Definition of wealth, money and poverty

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain Christian principles for leisure evaluation. Discuss biblical guidelines for appropriate leisure activities. Apply Christian criteria to modern leisure choices.

Study of Christian evaluation criteria: dignity, harm avoidance, God's glory; Scripture study Psalms 1:1-2, 1 Corinthians 10:31; Application of biblical principles to leisure choices; Discussion of avoiding addiction and harmful activities

The Bible, Psalms and 1 Corinthians passages
The Bible, charts showing world currencies

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 138-140

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WEALTH, MONEY AND POVERTY

Traditional African understanding of wealth
Traditional African understanding of poverty and attitudes to wealth

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss traditional African understanding of wealth. Explain ways wealth was acquired in traditional African communities. Compare individual and communal ownership of wealth.

Q/A reviewing previous lesson; Narrations on traditional wealth measures; Group discussions on livestock as wealth

The Bible, charts on traditional wealth indicators, pictures of livestock
The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 143-145

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WEALTH, MONEY AND POVERTY

Impact of money economy on traditional African society
Christian teaching on wealth - Old Testament
Christian teaching on wealth and poverty - New Testament

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss the introduction of money economy in Africa. Analyze positive and negative impacts of money economy. Evaluate changes in social structures due to money economy.

Probing questions on money vs barter trade; Detailed discussions on rural-urban migration; Group analysis of individualism vs communalism

The Bible
The Bible, pictures illustrating biblical parables.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 148-150

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WEALTH, MONEY AND POVERTY

Fair distribution of wealth
Bribery and corruption

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss Christian principles of fair wealth distribution. Explain the role of taxation in wealth redistribution. Analyze government and church responsibilities. Evaluate collaborative approaches to poverty eradication.

Probing questions on wealth inequality in Kenya; Bible reading on early church sharing; Group discussions on taxation principles

The Bible
The Bible, relevant print media material

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 157-159

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LAW, ORDER AND JUSTICE

Definition of law, order and justice
The need for law, order and justice in society

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define law, order and justice. Identify different types of laws. Explain the importance of law in society. Distinguish between statutory and customary laws.

Q/A on school rules and regulations; Brain storming on types of laws; Group discussions on importance of laws, Practical examples of laws affecting daily life.

The Bible
The Bible, chalkboard, exercise books, old newspapers, local examples from community.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 163-165

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LAW, ORDER AND JUSTICE

Rights and duties of citizens
Traditional African understanding of law, order and justice
Biblical teachings on law - Old Testament and Jesus' fulfillment

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define citizenship and citizen rights. Identify civil, political and socio-economic rights. Explain duties and obligations of citizens. Analyze international human rights instruments.

Bible reading on human dignity; Group discussions on constitutional rights, Role-play on citizen responsibilities; Q/A on balancing rights and duties.

The Bible
The Bible,simple drawings on chalkboard.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 167-169

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LAW, ORDER AND JUSTICE

Biblical teachings on order and justice
Social disorders - discrimination (racism and tribalism)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss God as a God of order in creation and Exodus. Explain orderliness in Jesus' ministry. Analyze Old Testament teachings on justice. Evaluate New Testament justice principles.

Bible reading from Genesis and 1 Corinthians; Narratives on God's orderly creation; Discussion on John Baptist's justice teachings.

The Bible
The Bible simple maps drawn on board.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 175-177

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LAW, ORDER AND JUSTICE

Social disorders - gender discrimination and inequitable distribution of wealth
Social disorders - crime, its causes and remedies

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss sexism and gender-based discrimination. Analyze causes and effects of gender inequality. Explain inequitable distribution of wealth and resources. Suggest Christian remedies for these social disorders.

Probing questions on gender roles; Group discussions on women's rights; Bible reading on Jesus' treatment of women

The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 184-187

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LAW, ORDER AND JUSTICE

Church-state relationship and Christian role in society transformation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain church-state relationship in Kenya. Discuss areas of cooperation and conflict. Analyze Christian participation in social, economic and political life. Evaluate Christian role in transforming society.

Bible reading on Christian civic duties; Group discussions on church-state cooperation

The Bible simple diagrams on board.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 191-195