Creation

Origin and consequences of sin – The meaning of sin according to the Bible

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

- Define the term sin according to the Bible
- Discuss the meaning of sin as outlined by Grade 8 learners
- Show interest in understanding biblical teachings about sin

- In pairs brainstorm on the meaning of sin according to the creation accounts and share in class
- Discuss the meaning of sin according to the Bible
- Read learners' definitions of sin and compare with biblical understanding

Why is it important to understand what sin means according to the Bible?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 1
- Good News Bible
- Charts and posters
- Digital resources

- Oral questions - Observation - Class discussions

Creation

Origin and consequences of sin – The origin of sin from creation accounts

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

- Identify the origin of sin according to Genesis 3:1-13
- Explain how Adam and Eve disobeyed God
- Demonstrate understanding of how sin entered the world

- Read Genesis 3:1-13 and write short notes on the origin of sin
- Discuss how the snake tricked Eve
- Explain what Adam and Eve willingly chose to do

How did sin enter the world according to the Bible?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 1
- Good News Bible
- Internet access
- Reference books

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Group presentations

Creation

Origin and consequences of sin – Consequences of sin after the fall of man
Origin and consequences of sin – Causes of sin among young people today
Origin and consequences of sin – Moral values and life skills to overcome temptations
Origin and consequences of sin – Prayer to overcome temptations
God's plan for redemption – How God demonstrated His love after the fall

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

- Examine the consequences of sin after the fall of man
- List the punishments given to Adam, Eve and the snake
- Appreciate the seriousness of disobedience to God

- In pairs read Genesis 3:14-19, 23 and make notes on consequences of sin
- Discuss the consequences of sin after the fall of man
- Examine how sin affected the relationship between man and God

What were the consequences of Adam and Eve's disobedience?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 4
- Good News Bible
- Charts showing consequences
- Audio-visual resources
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 6
- Newspapers and magazines
- Case studies
- Digital resources
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 7
- Charts and posters
- Flipchart paper
- Markers
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 9
- Prayer books
- Journals
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 10
- Pictures and photographs

- Written tests - Observation - Group discussions

Creation
The Bible
The Bible
The Bible

God's plan for redemption – God's plan of salvation through Jesus Christ
God's plan for redemption – Importance of redemption after the fall
God's plan for redemption – Taking part in sharing God's love with others
God's plan for redemption – Acts of mercy in the community
God's plan for redemption – Appreciating God's saving grace
Faith and God's promises – The background to the call of Abraham
Faith and God's promises – The meaning of faith
Faith and God's promises – Ways Abraham demonstrated faith in God

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

- Examine how God's plan of salvation is fulfilled through Jesus Christ
- Explain how prophecies about Jesus were fulfilled
- Appreciate Jesus Christ as God's solution to sin

- Read Bible verses on God's plan of salvation and make notes
- Discuss how God's plan of salvation is fulfilled through Jesus Christ
- Examine Old Testament prophecies and their fulfillment in Jesus

How is God's plan of salvation fulfilled through Jesus Christ?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 11
- Good News Bible
- Charts comparing prophecies
- Reference books
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 12
- Charts and posters
- Digital devices
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 13
- Items for the needy
- Transport arrangements
- Cameras for documentation
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 14
- Food items
- Clothing
- Cleaning materials
- Water containers
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 15
- Digital devices
- Musical instruments
- Reflection journals
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 18
- Maps showing Abraham's journey
- Digital resources
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 20
- Charts on faith
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 19
- Charts showing Abraham's faith
- Audio-visual resources

- Written notes - Group presentations - Oral questions

The Bible

Faith and God's promises – Abraham's willingness to sacrifice Isaac
Faith and God's promises – God's promises to Abraham
Faith and God's promises – Applying God's promises in daily life
Abrahamic covenant – The meaning of covenant
Abrahamic covenant – God's covenant with Abraham
Abrahamic covenant – Modern covenants and their importance
Abrahamic covenant – Characteristics of ungodly covenants
Abrahamic covenant – Resisting ungodly covenants

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

- Describe how God tested Abraham's faith at Mt. Moriah
- Explain Abraham's willingness to sacrifice Isaac
- Appreciate the depth of Abraham's faith

- Read Genesis 22:1-14 on God testing Abraham
- In groups role-play how God tested Abraham's faith
- Discuss what this teaches about faith and obedience

How did God test Abraham's faith and what can we learn?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 21
- Good News Bible
- Props for role-play
- Digital devices for recording
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 22
- Charts listing promises
- Flipchart paper
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 24
- Journals
- Personal testimonies
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 26
- Examples of modern contracts
- Charts on covenant elements
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 27
- PowerPoint slides
- Video clips
- Digital devices
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 28
- Examples of certificates
- Marriage certificates
- Employment contracts
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 30
- Case studies
- Charts on warning signs
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 31
- Examples of resistance
- Motivational posters

- Role-play presentations - Oral questions - Peer assessment

The Bible

Abrahamic covenant – Importance of God's covenant with Abraham
Abrahamic covenant – Circumcision as sign of covenant
Abrahamic covenant – Applying faith in difficult situations
Leadership in Israel: Saul – Reasons for kingship in Israel
Leadership in Israel: Saul – Reasons against kingship according to Samuel
Leadership in Israel: Saul – King Saul's anointing and early reign
Leadership in Israel: Saul – King Saul's failures and disobedience

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

- Discuss the importance of God's covenant with Abraham
- Explain how the covenant benefits Christians today
- Appreciate God's plan for salvation through Abraham

- Discuss importance of God's covenant with Abraham
- Write points on charts
- Read about connection to Christian salvation

Why is God's covenant with Abraham important to Christians today?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 32
- Good News Bible
- Charts and posters
- Reference materials
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 33
- Charts on covenant signs
- Cultural materials
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 34
- Personal testimonies
- Journals
- Charts on leadership
- Case studies
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 36
- Internet access
- Library resources
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 37
- Pictures of anointing
- Historical references
- Case studies
- Charts on failures

- Chart presentations - Written assignments - Group discussions

The Bible

Leadership in Israel: Saul – Consequences of Saul's failures

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

- Examine the consequences of King Saul's failures
- Explain why God rejected Saul as king
- Show understanding of accountability in leadership

- Discuss consequences of King Saul's failures
- Read about God's rejection of Saul
- Examine how Saul's disobedience led to his downfall

What were the consequences of King Saul's disobedience?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 38
- Good News Bible
- Charts on consequences
- Historical references

- Written assignments - Oral discussions - Cause-effect analysis

The Bible

Leadership in Israel: Saul – Lessons from King Saul's failures

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

- Deduce lessons learnt from the failures of King Saul
- Apply lessons to personal leadership situations
- Show commitment to faithful leadership

- In groups discuss lessons learnt from King Saul's failures
- Recite poem "God wants obedience, do what He says"
- Outline lessons for modern leaders

What lessons can we learn from King Saul's failures?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 39
- Good News Bible
- Poem cards
- Leadership examples

- Group presentations - Poem recitation - Written lessons

The Bible

Leadership in Israel: Saul – Lessons from King Saul's failures

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

- Deduce lessons learnt from the failures of King Saul
- Apply lessons to personal leadership situations
- Show commitment to faithful leadership

- In groups discuss lessons learnt from King Saul's failures
- Recite poem "God wants obedience, do what He says"
- Outline lessons for modern leaders

What lessons can we learn from King Saul's failures?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 39
- Good News Bible
- Poem cards
- Leadership examples

- Group presentations - Poem recitation - Written lessons

The Bible

Leadership in Israel: Saul – Lessons from King Saul's failures

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

- Deduce lessons learnt from the failures of King Saul
- Apply lessons to personal leadership situations
- Show commitment to faithful leadership

- In groups discuss lessons learnt from King Saul's failures
- Recite poem "God wants obedience, do what He says"
- Outline lessons for modern leaders

What lessons can we learn from King Saul's failures?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 39
- Good News Bible
- Poem cards
- Leadership examples

- Group presentations - Poem recitation - Written lessons

The Bible

Leadership in Israel: Saul – Lessons from King Saul's failures

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

- Deduce lessons learnt from the failures of King Saul
- Apply lessons to personal leadership situations
- Show commitment to faithful leadership

- In groups discuss lessons learnt from King Saul's failures
- Recite poem "God wants obedience, do what He says"
- Outline lessons for modern leaders

What lessons can we learn from King Saul's failures?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 39
- Good News Bible
- Poem cards
- Leadership examples

- Group presentations - Poem recitation - Written lessons

The Bible

Leadership in Israel: Saul – Becoming God-fearing leaders

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

- Desire to be God-fearing leaders at home, school and community
- Write leadership journals tracking godly practices
- Demonstrate commitment to serving others faithfully

- Write journal on exercising leadership at home, school and community
- Study Harry's weekly leadership journal
- Share leadership practices with parents and guardians

How can you be a God-fearing leader in your daily life?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 40
- Leadership journals
- Good News Bible
- Feedback forms

- Journal writing - Self-assessment - Peer feedback

The Bible

Leadership in Israel: Saul – Becoming God-fearing leaders

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

- Desire to be God-fearing leaders at home, school and community
- Write leadership journals tracking godly practices
- Demonstrate commitment to serving others faithfully

- Write journal on exercising leadership at home, school and community
- Study Harry's weekly leadership journal
- Share leadership practices with parents and guardians

How can you be a God-fearing leader in your daily life?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 40
- Leadership journals
- Good News Bible
- Feedback forms

- Journal writing - Self-assessment - Peer feedback

The Bible

Leadership in Israel: Saul – Becoming God-fearing leaders

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

- Desire to be God-fearing leaders at home, school and community
- Write leadership journals tracking godly practices
- Demonstrate commitment to serving others faithfully

- Write journal on exercising leadership at home, school and community
- Study Harry's weekly leadership journal
- Share leadership practices with parents and guardians

How can you be a God-fearing leader in your daily life?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 40
- Leadership journals
- Good News Bible
- Feedback forms

- Journal writing - Self-assessment - Peer feedback

The Bible

Leadership in Israel: Saul – Becoming God-fearing leaders

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

- Desire to be God-fearing leaders at home, school and community
- Write leadership journals tracking godly practices
- Demonstrate commitment to serving others faithfully

- Write journal on exercising leadership at home, school and community
- Study Harry's weekly leadership journal
- Share leadership practices with parents and guardians

How can you be a God-fearing leader in your daily life?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 40
- Leadership journals
- Good News Bible
- Feedback forms

- Journal writing - Self-assessment - Peer feedback

Miracles of Jesus Christ

Healing of blind Bartimaeus - Challenges faced by people
Healing of blind Bartimaeus - The healing miracle
Healing of blind Bartimaeus - Demonstrating faith
Healing of blind Bartimaeus - Lessons from the healing
Healing of blind Bartimaeus - Trusting God in challenges
Healing of blind Bartimaeus - Appreciating God's healing power
Calming the storm - Understanding storms and challenges
Calming the storm - The miracle of calming the storm
Calming the storm - Jesus' power over nature

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

- Identify different sicknesses and challenges that face human beings
- Discuss how people involve God when they face challenges
- Show interest in learning about God's power to heal

- Brainstorm on different sicknesses/challenges that face them
- Discuss how they involve God when faced with challenges
- Share personal experiences of challenges faced

What are some of the sicknesses or challenges that you face in your life?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 44
- Charts showing different challenges
- Pictures of people with various challenges
- Good News Bible
- Charts showing the story
- Digital resources
- Reference books
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 46
- Digital devices
- Charts and markers
- Reference materials
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 47
- Personal testimonies
- Prayer journals
- Inspirational materials
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 48
- Prayer books
- Sick bay facilities
- Encouragement materials
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 50
- Pictures of storms
- Real life examples
- Charts
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 51
- Video resources
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 52
- Pictures of Jesus calming storm

- Observation - Oral questions - Group discussions

Miracles of Jesus Christ

Calming the storm - Lessons from the miracle
Calming the storm - Applying lessons to daily challenges
Calming the storm - Depending on God daily
Healing of the paralytic - Understanding paralysis
Healing of the paralytic - The healing miracle
Healing of the paralytic - Jesus' response to faith
Healing of the paralytic - Lessons from the healing
Healing of the paralytic - Opposition from Pharisees

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

- Outline lessons learnt from the miracle of calming the storm
- Explain how Christians should depend on God
- Apply lessons to overcome challenges in daily life

- In groups outline lessons learnt from the miracle and make notes
- Discuss how Christians should have courage during difficult times
- Brainstorm on other lessons from the story

What lessons can Christians learn from the calming of the storm?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 53
- Charts for group work
- Digital devices
- Reference books
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 54
- Role-play materials
- Tables for completion
- Real life scenarios
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 55
- Song books
- Journal writing materials
- Good News Bible
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 56
- Medical charts
- Pictures showing paralysis
- Reference materials
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 57
- Good News Bible
- PowerPoint facilities
- Video resources
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 58
- Charts showing the dialogue
- Faith testimonies
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 59
- Group discussion materials
- Charts for lessons
- Faith-building resources
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 60
- Dictionary resources
- Charts on Pharisees
- Historical context materials

- Group presentations - Written notes - Peer assessment

Miracles of Jesus Christ
Teachings of Jesus Christ
Teachings of Jesus Christ
Teachings of Jesus Christ
Teachings of Jesus Christ

Healing of the paralytic - Having faith in challenges
Healing of the paralytic - Appreciating God's power over sickness
Healing of the paralytic - Demonstrating faith through action
Teaching on prayer - Importance of prayer in daily life
Teaching on prayer - Forms and ways of prayer
Teaching on prayer - Having faith when praying
Teaching on prayer - Praying for friends and enemies

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

- Share personal experiences of praying for healing
- Demonstrate how to have faith when facing challenges
- Apply lessons by trusting God in difficult situations

- In pairs share personal experiences of praying to God for healing
- Discuss how faith helps when facing challenges
- Practice having faith in difficult situations

How does having faith in God help you when faced with challenges?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 60
- Personal testimony materials
- Prayer journals
- Faith-building exercises
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 61
- Journal writing materials
- Flashcards
- Good News Bible
- Action planning materials
- Community service resources
- Commitment cards
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 62
- Stories of prayerful families
- Personal testimonies
- Charts on prayer benefits
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 63
- Prayer charts
- Examples of different prayers
- Prayer posture illustrations
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 64
- Good News Bible
- Faith testimonies
- Charts on faith and prayer
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 65
- Examples of praying for enemies

- Pair sharing - Personal testimonies - Faith demonstration

Teachings of Jesus Christ

Teaching on prayer - Proper ways of praying
Teaching on prayer - Applying lessons on prayer
The lost sheep - God's love for the lost
The lost sheep - The parable of the lost sheep
The lost sheep - Lessons from the parable
The lost sheep - Reaching out to the lost
The lost sheep - Exemplifying God's love

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

- Identify warnings against hypocrisy in prayer
- Explain how Christians should pray according to Jesus
- Apply proper attitudes and methods in prayer

- Read Matthew 6:5-8 about avoiding hypocrisy in prayer
- Discuss praying in private versus public show
- Outline main teachings from the Bible verse

How should we pray according to the Bible text?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 66
- Good News Bible
- Charts on proper prayer attitudes
- Digital presentation materials
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 67
- Prayer journals
- Home prayer guides
- Application examples
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 69
- Stories about lost and found
- Personal experiences
- Pictures of searching
- Role-play materials
- Charts showing the parable
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 70
- Group discussion materials
- Lesson charts
- Analysis guides
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 71
- Mission work materials
- Community service plans
- Evangelism guides
- Items for donation
- Transportation for visits
- Songs and prayer materials

- Bible text analysis - Group presentations - Written assignments

Teachings of Jesus Christ

The lost sheep - Serving all people with love

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

- Compose songs about God's love for the lost
- Share experiences of having close relationship with God
- Desire to exemplify God's love by serving all people

- Compose and sing songs on God's love for the lost
- Share experiences on close relationship with God
- Plan ongoing service to demonstrate God's love

How can you have a close relationship with God?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 72
- Song composition materials
- Musical instruments
- Relationship guides

- Song composition - Experience sharing - Service planning

The Church

The Holy Spirit - The outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost

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

- Explain the meaning of the Day of Pentecost
- Describe what happened on the Day of Pentecost
- Show appreciation for the Holy Spirit's role in Christian life

- In pairs, brainstorm the meaning of the term 'The Day of Pentecost'
- Sing the song "Fire! Fire! Fire! Fire fall on me"
- Share what they know about the Day of Pentecost
- Read and brainstorm what Mambo and Monica are saying about the Day of Pentecost

How does the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the Day of Pentecost inspire your faith in God?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 74
- Good News Bible
- Audio-visual resources
- Charts/posters

- Oral questions - Observation - Group discussions

The Church

The Holy Spirit - The outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost

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

- Explain the meaning of the Day of Pentecost
- Describe what happened on the Day of Pentecost
- Show appreciation for the Holy Spirit's role in Christian life

- In pairs, brainstorm the meaning of the term 'The Day of Pentecost'
- Sing the song "Fire! Fire! Fire! Fire fall on me"
- Share what they know about the Day of Pentecost
- Read and brainstorm what Mambo and Monica are saying about the Day of Pentecost

How does the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the Day of Pentecost inspire your faith in God?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 74
- Good News Bible
- Audio-visual resources
- Charts/posters

- Oral questions - Observation - Group discussions

The Church

The Holy Spirit - The outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost

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

- Explain the meaning of the Day of Pentecost
- Describe what happened on the Day of Pentecost
- Show appreciation for the Holy Spirit's role in Christian life

- In pairs, brainstorm the meaning of the term 'The Day of Pentecost'
- Sing the song "Fire! Fire! Fire! Fire fall on me"
- Share what they know about the Day of Pentecost
- Read and brainstorm what Mambo and Monica are saying about the Day of Pentecost

How does the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the Day of Pentecost inspire your faith in God?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 74
- Good News Bible
- Audio-visual resources
- Charts/posters

- Oral questions - Observation - Group discussions

The Church

The Holy Spirit - The outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost

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

- Explain the meaning of the Day of Pentecost
- Describe what happened on the Day of Pentecost
- Show appreciation for the Holy Spirit's role in Christian life

- In pairs, brainstorm the meaning of the term 'The Day of Pentecost'
- Sing the song "Fire! Fire! Fire! Fire fall on me"
- Share what they know about the Day of Pentecost
- Read and brainstorm what Mambo and Monica are saying about the Day of Pentecost

How does the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the Day of Pentecost inspire your faith in God?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 74
- Good News Bible
- Audio-visual resources
- Charts/posters

- Oral questions - Observation - Group discussions

The Church

The Holy Spirit - The outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost

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

- Read and analyze Acts 2:1-11
- Identify what happened when the Holy Spirit came
- Appreciate the power of the Holy Spirit in enabling believers to speak different languages

- Read Acts 2:1-11 and answer questions
- Read the story of the Day of Pentecost and discuss what happened
- Identify why the Jews were amazed
- Make notes on the events of the Day of Pentecost

Why were the Jews amazed when they heard the believers speaking in different languages?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 75
- Good News Bible (Acts 2:1-11)
- Digital resources
- Charts/flashcards

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Reading comprehension

The Church

The Holy Spirit - The outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost

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

- Read and analyze Acts 2:1-11
- Identify what happened when the Holy Spirit came
- Appreciate the power of the Holy Spirit in enabling believers to speak different languages

- Read Acts 2:1-11 and answer questions
- Read the story of the Day of Pentecost and discuss what happened
- Identify why the Jews were amazed
- Make notes on the events of the Day of Pentecost

Why were the Jews amazed when they heard the believers speaking in different languages?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 75
- Good News Bible (Acts 2:1-11)
- Digital resources
- Charts/flashcards

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Reading comprehension

The Church

The Holy Spirit - The outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost

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

- Read and analyze Acts 2:1-11
- Identify what happened when the Holy Spirit came
- Appreciate the power of the Holy Spirit in enabling believers to speak different languages

- Read Acts 2:1-11 and answer questions
- Read the story of the Day of Pentecost and discuss what happened
- Identify why the Jews were amazed
- Make notes on the events of the Day of Pentecost

Why were the Jews amazed when they heard the believers speaking in different languages?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 75
- Good News Bible (Acts 2:1-11)
- Digital resources
- Charts/flashcards

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Reading comprehension

The Church

The Holy Spirit - The outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost

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

- Read and analyze Acts 2:1-11
- Identify what happened when the Holy Spirit came
- Appreciate the power of the Holy Spirit in enabling believers to speak different languages

- Read Acts 2:1-11 and answer questions
- Read the story of the Day of Pentecost and discuss what happened
- Identify why the Jews were amazed
- Make notes on the events of the Day of Pentecost

Why were the Jews amazed when they heard the believers speaking in different languages?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 75
- Good News Bible (Acts 2:1-11)
- Digital resources
- Charts/flashcards

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Reading comprehension

The Church
Christian Living Today

The Holy Spirit - Ways in which Christians exemplify the fruit of the Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit - Take part in church activities to demonstrate responsibility
The Holy Spirit - Take part in church activities to demonstrate responsibility
Acts of Compassion - Christians' responsibility in helping the needy
Acts of Compassion - Christians' responsibility in helping the needy
Acts of Compassion - Take part in a community service activity in the school neighbourhood
Acts of Compassion - Take part in a community service activity in the school neighbourhood
Family Relationships - Roles of different members of a family

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

- Identify the fruit of the Holy Spirit from Galatians 5:22-23
- List the nine fruits of the Holy Spirit
- Desire to practice the fruit of the Holy Spirit in daily life

- Read Galatians 5:22-23 and identify the fruit of the Holy Spirit
- Count how many fruits of the Holy Spirit there are
- Read the fruits of the Holy Spirit and identify which ones they practice
- Write the fruit of the Holy Spirit on flashcards

Which fruits of the Holy Spirit do you practice in your daily life?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 77
- Good News Bible (Galatians 5:22-23)
- Flashcards
- Charts
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 78
- Exercise books
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 79
- Pictures/photographs
- Audio-visual resources
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 80
- Case studies
- Pictures
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 81
- Good News Bible
- Charts/posters
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 82
- Magazines/newspapers
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 83
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 84
- Digital resources
- PowerPoint
- Notebooks
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 86
- Charts/flashcards

- Oral questions - Flashcard activities - Self-assessment

Christian Living Today

Family Relationships - Healthy family relationships and causes of conflicts
Human Sexuality: Responsible Sexual Behaviour - Forms of sexual abuse and how to avoid them
Human Sexuality: Responsible Sexual Behaviour - Reporting sexual abuse and understanding defilement
Human Sexuality: Responsible Sexual Behaviour - Causes of early pregnancies among teenage girls
Human Sexuality: Responsible Sexual Behaviour - Consequences of engaging in irresponsible sexual behaviour
Human Sexuality: Responsible Sexual Behaviour - Values and life skills needed to avoid irresponsible sexual behaviour
Human Sexuality: Responsible Sexual Behaviour - Choosing to live responsibly as guided by the word of God
Sacredness of Life - Meaning of sacredness of life as guided by the Bible

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

- Identify practices of healthy family relationships
- Identify causes of conflicts in families today
- Examine Christian teachings on healthy family relationships from Bible texts

- In groups discuss practices of a healthy family
- Debate on the causes of conflicts in families today
- Read the story of Fundi's family and identify causes of conflicts
- Read and discuss Ephesians 6:1-4, Exodus 20:12, Colossians 3:20
- Discuss solutions to family conflicts

What are the main causes of conflicts in families today and how can they be resolved?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 88
- Good News Bible
- Case studies
- Charts/posters
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 93
- PowerPoint slides
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 95
- Guest speakers
- Audio-visual resources
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 96
- Newspapers/magazines
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 97
- Charts/flashcards
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 99
- Flashcards
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 101
- Exercise books
- Charts
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 103
- Pictures/photographs

- Authentic tasks - Group discussions - Written assignments - Oral questions

Christian Living Today

Sacredness of Life - How the right to life is violated today

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

- Discuss how the right to life is violated today
- Read and analyze Bible texts about the sanctity of life
- Explain why killing is morally wrong

- Read Bible texts: Genesis 4:10-11, Genesis 9:6, Exodus 20:13, Numbers 35:11-12
- Identify lessons learnt from the Bible texts
- Discuss why God punished Cain
- Explain why killing is morally wrong
- Discuss consequences of murder to families and communities

How does the Bible teach us about the sanctity of life?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 104
- Good News Bible
- Charts/flashcards
- Case studies

- Anecdotal records - Bible reading - Group discussions - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Sacredness of Life - Causes of suicide in society today

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

- Evaluate causes of suicide in the society today
- Identify reasons why youth commit suicide
- Analyze negative effects of suicide to individuals and families

- In pairs discuss why some youth commit suicide today
- Read reasons why youth commit suicide: depression, bipolar disorder, alcohol and drug use
- Discuss other reasons why youth commit suicide
- Analyze negative effects of suicide to individuals and families

What are the main causes of suicide among youth today?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 106
- Charts/posters
- Case studies
- Audio-visual resources

- Pair discussions - Charts display - Group presentations - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Sacredness of Life - Causes of suicide in society today

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

- Evaluate causes of suicide in the society today
- Identify reasons why youth commit suicide
- Analyze negative effects of suicide to individuals and families

- In pairs discuss why some youth commit suicide today
- Read reasons why youth commit suicide: depression, bipolar disorder, alcohol and drug use
- Discuss other reasons why youth commit suicide
- Analyze negative effects of suicide to individuals and families

What are the main causes of suicide among youth today?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 106
- Charts/posters
- Case studies
- Audio-visual resources

- Pair discussions - Charts display - Group presentations - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Sacredness of Life - Causes of suicide in society today

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

- Evaluate causes of suicide in the society today
- Identify reasons why youth commit suicide
- Analyze negative effects of suicide to individuals and families

- In pairs discuss why some youth commit suicide today
- Read reasons why youth commit suicide: depression, bipolar disorder, alcohol and drug use
- Discuss other reasons why youth commit suicide
- Analyze negative effects of suicide to individuals and families

What are the main causes of suicide among youth today?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 106
- Charts/posters
- Case studies
- Audio-visual resources

- Pair discussions - Charts display - Group presentations - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Sacredness of Life - Causes of abortion among youth today

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

- Define abortion and understand it's illegal in Kenya
- Examine causes of abortion among the youth today
- Understand that human life begins at conception

- Define abortion as deliberate removal of unborn child from mother's womb
- Understand that laws of Kenya forbid abortion
- Read newspaper extract about causes of abortion among youth
- Identify causes like fear of dropping out of school, financial inability, societal shame

What are the main causes of abortion among youth today?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 107
- Newspapers/magazines
- Charts/posters
- Legal documents

- Written presentations - Case studies - Group discussions - Research activities

Christian Living Today

Sacredness of Life - Biblical teachings on the value of life and consequences of violating right to life

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

- Read and analyze Bible texts about the value of life
- Understand that children are gifts from God
- Analyze consequences of violating the right to life through abortion

- Debate on the topic 'abortion is a sin'
- Read Bible texts: Jeremiah 1:5, Psalm 127:3, Psalm 139:13-15, Proverbs 6:16-17
- Write lessons learnt from each Bible text
- Understand that God chose us before giving us life
- Discuss consequences of abortion to individuals and families

What does the Bible teach us about the value of unborn life?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 108
- Good News Bible
- Charts/flashcards
- Exercise books

- Debate participation - Bible study - Written reflections - Group discussions

Christian Living Today

Sacredness of Life - Biblical teachings on the value of life and consequences of violating right to life

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

- Read and analyze Bible texts about the value of life
- Understand that children are gifts from God
- Analyze consequences of violating the right to life through abortion

- Debate on the topic 'abortion is a sin'
- Read Bible texts: Jeremiah 1:5, Psalm 127:3, Psalm 139:13-15, Proverbs 6:16-17
- Write lessons learnt from each Bible text
- Understand that God chose us before giving us life
- Discuss consequences of abortion to individuals and families

What does the Bible teach us about the value of unborn life?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 108
- Good News Bible
- Charts/flashcards
- Exercise books

- Debate participation - Bible study - Written reflections - Group discussions

Christian Living Today

Sacredness of Life - Biblical teachings on the value of life and consequences of violating right to life

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

- Read and analyze Bible texts about the value of life
- Understand that children are gifts from God
- Analyze consequences of violating the right to life through abortion

- Debate on the topic 'abortion is a sin'
- Read Bible texts: Jeremiah 1:5, Psalm 127:3, Psalm 139:13-15, Proverbs 6:16-17
- Write lessons learnt from each Bible text
- Understand that God chose us before giving us life
- Discuss consequences of abortion to individuals and families

What does the Bible teach us about the value of unborn life?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 108
- Good News Bible
- Charts/flashcards
- Exercise books

- Debate participation - Bible study - Written reflections - Group discussions

Christian Living Today

Sacredness of Life - Values and life skills needed to uphold sacredness of life

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

- Identify values and life skills needed to uphold sacredness of life
- Apply values like love, respect, selflessness and fairness
- Desire to uphold the sacredness of life in day-to-day life

- Discuss values and life skills needed to uphold sacredness of life
- Complete table showing how values uphold sacredness of life
- Practice life skills like decision making, assertiveness, critical thinking
- Read story of Amanda and her mother to understand sustaining life
- Recite poem 'Abortion is a crime'

How can you apply values and life skills to uphold the sacredness of life?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 109
- Charts/posters
- Stories/case studies
- Poems

- Authentic tasks - Value application - Story analysis - Poetry recitation

Christian Living Today

Bullying - Meaning and forms of bullying

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

- Define bullying and understand its characteristics
- Identify different forms of bullying
- Distinguish between direct and indirect bullying

- Read the story of Jeff joining Amani Junior Secondary School football team
- Identify teasing comments made against Jeff
- Discuss ways Jeff was excluded by team members
- Define bullying as hurting or frightening someone smaller or less powerful
- Learn about direct bullying (physical) and indirect bullying (emotional)

Why is bullying unacceptable?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 111
- Case studies
- Charts/posters
- Pictures/photographs

- Self-assessment - Peer assessments - Presentations - Group discussions

Christian Living Today

Bullying - Meaning and forms of bullying

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

- Define bullying and understand its characteristics
- Identify different forms of bullying
- Distinguish between direct and indirect bullying

- Read the story of Jeff joining Amani Junior Secondary School football team
- Identify teasing comments made against Jeff
- Discuss ways Jeff was excluded by team members
- Define bullying as hurting or frightening someone smaller or less powerful
- Learn about direct bullying (physical) and indirect bullying (emotional)

Why is bullying unacceptable?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 111
- Case studies
- Charts/posters
- Pictures/photographs

- Self-assessment - Peer assessments - Presentations - Group discussions

Christian Living Today

Bullying - Meaning and forms of bullying

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

- Define bullying and understand its characteristics
- Identify different forms of bullying
- Distinguish between direct and indirect bullying

- Read the story of Jeff joining Amani Junior Secondary School football team
- Identify teasing comments made against Jeff
- Discuss ways Jeff was excluded by team members
- Define bullying as hurting or frightening someone smaller or less powerful
- Learn about direct bullying (physical) and indirect bullying (emotional)

Why is bullying unacceptable?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 111
- Case studies
- Charts/posters
- Pictures/photographs

- Self-assessment - Peer assessments - Presentations - Group discussions

Christian Living Today

Bullying - Causes of bullying at school and in the community

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

- Identify causes of bullying at school and in the community
- Analyze reasons why young people bully others
- Understand factors that contribute to bullying behavior

- In groups discuss reasons why young people bully others or dislike others
- Learn about causes like physical differences, religious differences, revenge
- Discuss poor administration and different personalities as causes
- Identify socio-cultural differences as causes of bullying in community
- Write points on charts and display in class

What are the main causes of bullying in schools and communities?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 112
- Charts/posters
- Case studies
- Audio-visual resources

- Group discussions - Charts creation - Written assignments - Presentations

Christian Living Today

Bullying - Effects of bullying on individuals and families

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

- Analyze effects of bullying on individuals and families
- Share experiences of being bullied and its negative effects
- Understand why bullying is unacceptable in school and community

- Share experiences of when they were bullied and negative effects
- Discuss what negative effect bullying had on them
- Analyze consequences like low self-esteem, poor academic performance
- Understand effects on families like stress, medical costs, family conflicts
- Discuss why bullying is unacceptable in school or community

How does bullying affect individuals and their families?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 113
- Experience sharing
- Charts/posters
- Case studies

- Experience sharing - Group discussions - Written reflections - Oral questions

Christian Living Today

Bullying - Biblical teachings on peaceful coexistence

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

- Read and analyze Bible texts about peaceful relationships
- Identify biblical values for harmonious living
- Apply biblical teachings to prevent bullying

- Read Bible texts: Matthew 5:11-12, Romans 12:18-20, 1 John 3:15, 1 Peter 3:8
- Read Romans 14:19, Proverbs 22:10 and identify lessons
- Identify values mentioned in Bible texts like love, peace, forgiveness
- Explain values that help live harmoniously at home, school and community
- Discuss how biblical teachings can prevent bullying

How can biblical teachings help us live peacefully with others?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 114
- Good News Bible
- Charts/flashcards
- Exercise books

- Bible study - Value identification - Group discussions - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Bullying - Biblical teachings on peaceful coexistence

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

- Read and analyze Bible texts about peaceful relationships
- Identify biblical values for harmonious living
- Apply biblical teachings to prevent bullying

- Read Bible texts: Matthew 5:11-12, Romans 12:18-20, 1 John 3:15, 1 Peter 3:8
- Read Romans 14:19, Proverbs 22:10 and identify lessons
- Identify values mentioned in Bible texts like love, peace, forgiveness
- Explain values that help live harmoniously at home, school and community
- Discuss how biblical teachings can prevent bullying

How can biblical teachings help us live peacefully with others?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 114
- Good News Bible
- Charts/flashcards
- Exercise books

- Bible study - Value identification - Group discussions - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Bullying - Values needed for peaceful coexistence

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

- Discuss values needed to coexist peacefully at home, school and community
- Use values like peace, love, perseverance, humility to construct sentences
- Brainstorm on ways to report bullying

- Use words like peace, love, perseverance, humility, respect, fairness to construct sentences
- Write down other values needed to coexist peacefully
- In pairs discuss ways and whom to report to in case of bullying
- Brainstorm on values needed to coexist peacefully with people
- Practice applying values in daily interactions

What values do you need to coexist peacefully with others?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 115
- Word cards
- Charts/posters
- Exercise books

- Sentence construction - Value application - Pair discussions - Written exercises

Christian Living Today

Bullying - Values needed for peaceful coexistence

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

- Discuss values needed to coexist peacefully at home, school and community
- Use values like peace, love, perseverance, humility to construct sentences
- Brainstorm on ways to report bullying

- Use words like peace, love, perseverance, humility, respect, fairness to construct sentences
- Write down other values needed to coexist peacefully
- In pairs discuss ways and whom to report to in case of bullying
- Brainstorm on values needed to coexist peacefully with people
- Practice applying values in daily interactions

What values do you need to coexist peacefully with others?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 115
- Word cards
- Charts/posters
- Exercise books

- Sentence construction - Value application - Pair discussions - Written exercises

Christian Living Today

Bullying - Modeling the value of love in interactions with others

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

- Model the value of love in interactions with others
- Explain how to practice love when interacting with schoolmates
- Compose a song on 'love for others'

- Explain how to model the value of love in daily life
- Discuss how to practice and apply the value of love with schoolmates
- Explain why love is important when interacting with other people
- Compose a song on 'love for others'
- Select suitable tune and sing the song in class

How can you demonstrate love in your interactions with others?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 116
- Song composition materials
- Musical instruments
- Charts/posters

- Song composition - Performance assessment - Value demonstration - Peer evaluation

Christian Living Today

Bullying - Modeling the value of love in interactions with others

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

- Model the value of love in interactions with others
- Explain how to practice love when interacting with schoolmates
- Compose a song on 'love for others'

- Explain how to model the value of love in daily life
- Discuss how to practice and apply the value of love with schoolmates
- Explain why love is important when interacting with other people
- Compose a song on 'love for others'
- Select suitable tune and sing the song in class

How can you demonstrate love in your interactions with others?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 116
- Song composition materials
- Musical instruments
- Charts/posters

- Song composition - Performance assessment - Value demonstration - Peer evaluation

Christian Living Today

Work, Talents and Abilities - Identifying God-given talents, gifts and abilities

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

- Define talents, gifts and abilities
- Identify their God-given talents, gifts and abilities
- Understand that all talents come from God

- Brainstorm on what they enjoy doing at home, school and community
- Read what Emma, Ruth and other learners say about their talents
- Share what they enjoy doing at home, school and community
- Learn definitions of talent, gifts and abilities
- Identify ways to discover their talents

How do you discover your talents, gifts and abilities?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 118
- Experience sharing
- Charts/posters
- Good News Bible

- Question and answers - Rating scales - Anecdotal records - Journals

Christian Living Today

Work, Talents and Abilities - Identifying God-given talents, gifts and abilities

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

- Define talents, gifts and abilities
- Identify their God-given talents, gifts and abilities
- Understand that all talents come from God

- Brainstorm on what they enjoy doing at home, school and community
- Read what Emma, Ruth and other learners say about their talents
- Share what they enjoy doing at home, school and community
- Learn definitions of talent, gifts and abilities
- Identify ways to discover their talents

How do you discover your talents, gifts and abilities?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 118
- Experience sharing
- Charts/posters
- Good News Bible

- Question and answers - Rating scales - Anecdotal records - Journals

Christian Living Today

Work, Talents and Abilities - Taking part in activities to nurture talents

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

- Take part in different activities to nurture talents at home, school and community
- Showcase their talents, gifts and abilities
- Read and understand Bible texts about gifts from God

- Showcase talents and abilities through role-play, singing, dancing, drawing
- Read the story of John, the talented artist
- Identify activities John does at home, school and community to nurture his talent
- Read Bible texts: James 1:17, Romans 11:29
- Take part in activities like drama, music festivals, sports to nurture talents

How do you nurture your talents at home, school and in the community?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 120
- Good News Bible
- Performance materials
- Charts/posters

- Checklists - Authentic tasks - Performance assessment - Bible study

Christian Living Today

Work, Talents and Abilities - Taking part in activities to nurture talents

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

- Take part in different activities to nurture talents at home, school and community
- Showcase their talents, gifts and abilities
- Read and understand Bible texts about gifts from God

- Showcase talents and abilities through role-play, singing, dancing, drawing
- Read the story of John, the talented artist
- Identify activities John does at home, school and community to nurture his talent
- Read Bible texts: James 1:17, Romans 11:29
- Take part in activities like drama, music festivals, sports to nurture talents

How do you nurture your talents at home, school and in the community?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 120
- Good News Bible
- Performance materials
- Charts/posters

- Checklists - Authentic tasks - Performance assessment - Bible study

Christian Living Today

Work, Talents and Abilities - Lessons from the parable of talents

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

- Read and analyze the parable of talents (Matthew 25:14-30)
- Apply lessons learnt from the parable of talents in day-to-day life
- Identify values and life skills from the parable

- Define what a parable is
- Read Matthew 25:14-30 and make notes on the parable
- Read the story of the three servants and their gold coins
- Identify values and life skills the first and second servants applied
- Discuss lessons learnt from the parable of talents

What lessons can you learn from the parable of talents?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 121
- Good News Bible (Matthew 25:14-30)
- Story illustrations
- Charts/posters

- Bible study - Story analysis - Group presentations - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Work, Talents and Abilities - Lessons from the parable of talents

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

- Read and analyze the parable of talents (Matthew 25:14-30)
- Apply lessons learnt from the parable of talents in day-to-day life
- Identify values and life skills from the parable

- Define what a parable is
- Read Matthew 25:14-30 and make notes on the parable
- Read the story of the three servants and their gold coins
- Identify values and life skills the first and second servants applied
- Discuss lessons learnt from the parable of talents

What lessons can you learn from the parable of talents?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 121
- Good News Bible (Matthew 25:14-30)
- Story illustrations
- Charts/posters

- Bible study - Story analysis - Group presentations - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Work, Talents and Abilities - Originating income-generating enterprises

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

- Brainstorm income-generating ideas suitable for young people
- Originate an income-generating enterprise to enhance financial literacy
- Consider factors like skills, resources, time and practicability

- Discuss income-generating ideas they can invest in as young people
- Consider factors like skills required, resources, time and practicability
- Read about Grade 8 learners' projects: making cakes, rearing rabbits, growing vegetables
- Write down income-generating ideas on charts
- Discuss ideas with teacher for guidance

What income-generating activities can you engage in to develop financial literacy?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 123
- Project planning materials
- Charts/posters
- Case studies

- Project planning - Group discussions - Idea presentations - Written proposals

Christian Living Today

Work, Talents and Abilities - Originating income-generating enterprises

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

- Brainstorm income-generating ideas suitable for young people
- Originate an income-generating enterprise to enhance financial literacy
- Consider factors like skills, resources, time and practicability

- Discuss income-generating ideas they can invest in as young people
- Consider factors like skills required, resources, time and practicability
- Read about Grade 8 learners' projects: making cakes, rearing rabbits, growing vegetables
- Write down income-generating ideas on charts
- Discuss ideas with teacher for guidance

What income-generating activities can you engage in to develop financial literacy?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 123
- Project planning materials
- Charts/posters
- Case studies

- Project planning - Group discussions - Idea presentations - Written proposals

Christian Living Today

Leisure - Meaning of leisure and ways of using free time

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

- Define leisure and understand its importance
- Outline ways in which they use their free time
- Distinguish between active and passive leisure

- Recite poem about enjoying free time
- Identify activities Brian, Mercy, Trizah, Mukami, Dennis and Olive do in their free time
- Define leisure as time free from work or normal duties
- Learn about active leisure (whole body involved) and passive leisure (minimal physical activity)
- Discuss things they do after school and after finishing chores

How do you use your free time?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 127
- Poems
- Pictures/photographs
- Charts/posters

- Questionnaires - Observation - Checklists - Journals

Christian Living Today

Leisure - Meaning of leisure and ways of using free time

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

- Define leisure and understand its importance
- Outline ways in which they use their free time
- Distinguish between active and passive leisure

- Recite poem about enjoying free time
- Identify activities Brian, Mercy, Trizah, Mukami, Dennis and Olive do in their free time
- Define leisure as time free from work or normal duties
- Learn about active leisure (whole body involved) and passive leisure (minimal physical activity)
- Discuss things they do after school and after finishing chores

How do you use your free time?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 127
- Poems
- Pictures/photographs
- Charts/posters

- Questionnaires - Observation - Checklists - Journals

Christian Living Today

Leisure - Meaning of leisure and ways of using free time

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

- Define leisure and understand its importance
- Outline ways in which they use their free time
- Distinguish between active and passive leisure

- Recite poem about enjoying free time
- Identify activities Brian, Mercy, Trizah, Mukami, Dennis and Olive do in their free time
- Define leisure as time free from work or normal duties
- Learn about active leisure (whole body involved) and passive leisure (minimal physical activity)
- Discuss things they do after school and after finishing chores

How do you use your free time?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 127
- Poems
- Pictures/photographs
- Charts/posters

- Questionnaires - Observation - Checklists - Journals

Christian Living Today

Leisure - Reasons for misuse of leisure and consequences

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

- Identify reasons that lead to misuse of leisure among youths
- Analyze the consequences of misusing leisure time
- Understand negative effects of misusing leisure on individuals and families

- Discuss how some youth misuse leisure today
- Read about ways youth misuse leisure: excessive phone use, gambling, alcohol abuse
- Read the story of Kamara and how he misused his leisure time
- Identify consequences like poor academic performance, legal problems, health issues
- Use flashcards to brainstorm negative results of misusing leisure

What are the consequences of misusing leisure time?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 129
- Case studies
- Flashcards
- Audio-visual resources

- Project work - Anecdotal records - Story analysis - Group discussions

Christian Living Today

Leisure - Biblical teachings on leisure and constructive use of free time

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

- Read and analyze Bible texts about rest and leisure
- Examine ways of using leisure time constructively
- Understand that God initiated the concept of rest

- Read Bible texts: Exodus 20:11, 1 Corinthians 10:23, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Philippians 4:8
- Write lessons learnt from Bible texts about rest and leisure
- Understand that God blessed the Sabbath day
- Learn that not everything is good and helpful during leisure
- Fill minds with things that are good, true, noble, right and pure

What does the Bible teach us about rest and leisure?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 131
- Good News Bible
- Flashcards
- Charts/posters

- Bible study - Written reflections - Group discussions - Authentic tasks

Christian Living Today

Leisure - Biblical teachings on leisure and constructive use of free time

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

- Read and analyze Bible texts about rest and leisure
- Examine ways of using leisure time constructively
- Understand that God initiated the concept of rest

- Read Bible texts: Exodus 20:11, 1 Corinthians 10:23, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Philippians 4:8
- Write lessons learnt from Bible texts about rest and leisure
- Understand that God blessed the Sabbath day
- Learn that not everything is good and helpful during leisure
- Fill minds with things that are good, true, noble, right and pure

What does the Bible teach us about rest and leisure?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 131
- Good News Bible
- Flashcards
- Charts/posters

- Bible study - Written reflections - Group discussions - Authentic tasks

Christian Living Today

Leisure - Biblical teachings on leisure and constructive use of free time

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

- Read and analyze Bible texts about rest and leisure
- Examine ways of using leisure time constructively
- Understand that God initiated the concept of rest

- Read Bible texts: Exodus 20:11, 1 Corinthians 10:23, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Philippians 4:8
- Write lessons learnt from Bible texts about rest and leisure
- Understand that God blessed the Sabbath day
- Learn that not everything is good and helpful during leisure
- Fill minds with things that are good, true, noble, right and pure

What does the Bible teach us about rest and leisure?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 131
- Good News Bible
- Flashcards
- Charts/posters

- Bible study - Written reflections - Group discussions - Authentic tasks

Christian Living Today

Leisure - Applying lessons learnt by using leisure time responsibly

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

- Identify positive ways of using leisure time
- Discuss values and life skills needed for appropriate leisure use
- Apply lessons learnt by using leisure time responsibly

- Examine constructive ways of using free time
- Learn positive ways like reading Bible, watching Christian movies, cooking, sports
- Design posters showing positive ways of using leisure time
- Discuss values like integrity, honesty, respect and life skills like self-esteem, decision making
- Read what Martha says about applying lessons on responsible leisure use

How can you apply lessons learnt to use your leisure time responsibly?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 132
- Charts/posters
- Design materials
- Audio-visual resources

- Poster design - Value application - Presentations - Self-reflection