Creation

Origin and consequences of sin – The meaning of sin according to the Bible
Origin and consequences of sin – The origin of sin from creation accounts

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
- Internet access
- Reference books

- Oral questions - Observation - Class discussions

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

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

- Written tests - Observation - Group discussions

Creation

God's plan for redemption – How God demonstrated His love after the fall
God's plan for redemption – God's plan of salvation through Jesus Christ
God's plan for redemption – Importance of redemption after the fall

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

- Describe how God demonstrated His love to humankind after the fall
- Explain the meaning of redemption
- Show appreciation for God's love and mercy

- Read the story of John and Mark reconciliation
- Brainstorm on how God demonstrated his love after the fall of mankind
- Discuss the meaning of redemption

How did God show His love for mankind after the fall?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 10
- Good News Bible
- Pictures and photographs
- Audio-visual resources
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 11
- Charts comparing prophecies
- Reference books
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 12
- Charts and posters
- Digital devices

- Oral questions - Group discussions - Written assignments

Creation

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

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

- Take part in sharing the love of God with others
- Identify acts of mercy that show God's love
- Demonstrate commitment to serving others

- Take part in sharing God's love through acts of mercy at school and community
- Organize visit to the needy and share God's love
- Read about seven acts of mercy

How can we share God's love with others through acts of mercy?

- 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

- Practical activities - Observation - Report writing

Creation
The Bible

God's plan for redemption – Appreciating God's saving grace
Faith and God's promises – The background to the call of Abraham

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

- Appreciate God's saving grace in day-to-day life
- Read and reflect on Ephesians 1:7
- Demonstrate gratitude for God's redemptive work

- Read Ephesians 1:7 and share reflections on God's saving grace
- Write sensitization messages using digital devices
- Compose songs on God's plan for redemption

How do you appreciate God's saving grace in your daily life?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 15
- Good News Bible
- Digital devices
- Musical instruments
- Reflection journals
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 18
- Maps showing Abraham's journey
- Digital resources

- Personal reflections - Song compositions - Written testimonies

The Bible

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:

- Explain the meaning of faith according to Hebrews 11:1
- Discuss why Abraham is called the Father of Faith
- Demonstrate understanding of faith as trust in God

- In pairs brainstorm and share the meaning of the word 'faith'
- Read Hebrews 11:1-6 and make notes
- Share experiences of how they exercise faith in God

What does it mean to have faith in God?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 20
- Good News Bible
- Charts on faith
- Reference books
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 19
- Charts showing Abraham's faith
- Audio-visual resources

- Oral questions - Written notes - Personal sharing

The Bible

Faith and God's promises – Abraham's willingness to sacrifice Isaac
Faith and God's promises – God's promises to Abraham

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

- Role-play presentations - Oral questions - Peer assessment

The Bible

Faith and God's promises – Applying God's promises in daily life
Abrahamic covenant – The meaning of covenant

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

- Apply God's promises in day-to-day life
- Develop a weekly journal on exercising faith
- Show commitment to trusting God's promises

- Develop a weekly journal on how they exercise faith in God
- Brainstorm on how to apply God's promises in daily life
- Share personal experiences of God's faithfulness

How do you apply God's promises in your day-to-day life?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 24
- Journals
- Good News Bible
- Personal testimonies
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 26
- Examples of modern contracts
- Charts on covenant elements

- Journal writing - Personal sharing - Self-assessment

The Bible

Abrahamic covenant – God's covenant with Abraham
Abrahamic covenant – Modern covenants and their importance

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

- Describe how the covenant between God and Abraham was made
- Explain the significance of the flaming torch and smoking fire pot
- Appreciate the seriousness of God's commitment

- Read Genesis 15:1-18 and discuss covenant making
- Make presentation using PowerPoint slides or charts
- Watch video clip on God's covenant with Abraham

How was the covenant between God and Abraham established?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 27
- Good News Bible
- PowerPoint slides
- Video clips
- Digital devices
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 28
- Examples of certificates
- Marriage certificates
- Employment contracts

- PowerPoint presentations - Observation - Written notes

The Bible

Abrahamic covenant – Characteristics of ungodly covenants
Abrahamic covenant – Resisting ungodly covenants

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

- Evaluate characteristics of ungodly covenants today
- Identify warning signs of harmful agreements
- Show commitment to avoiding ungodly covenants

- Read story of Kim and the 'Wazito Group'
- Brainstorm on characteristics of ungodly covenants
- Discuss how to distinguish godly from ungodly covenants

How can you identify and avoid ungodly covenants?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 30
- Good News Bible
- Case studies
- Charts on warning signs
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 31
- Examples of resistance
- Motivational posters

- Group discussions - Written analysis - Role-play scenarios

The Bible

Abrahamic covenant – Importance of God's covenant with Abraham
Abrahamic covenant – Circumcision as sign of covenant

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

- Chart presentations - Written assignments - Group discussions

The Bible

Abrahamic covenant – Applying faith in difficult situations
Leadership in Israel: Saul – Reasons for kingship in Israel

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

- Apply faith in different situations as exemplified by Abraham
- Share personal experiences of applying faith
- Show determination to trust God in challenges

- In pairs buzz on how to apply faith in difficult situations
- Read Juliet's example of faith during drought
- Share experiences of applying faith in challenges

How can you apply faith when facing difficult situations?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 34
- Personal testimonies
- Good News Bible
- Journals
- Charts on leadership
- Case studies

- Personal sharing - Written experiences - Peer encouragement

The Bible

Leadership in Israel: Saul – Reasons against kingship according to Samuel
Leadership in Israel: Saul – King Saul's anointing and early reign

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

- Examine reasons against kingship according to Prophet Samuel
- Explain warnings given to Israelites
- Show understanding of consequences of rejecting God's leadership

- Read 1 Samuel 8:10-20 and outline reasons against kingship
- Conduct internet search on reasons against kingship
- Discuss Samuel's warnings to the people

What warnings did Prophet Samuel give about having a king?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 36
- Good News Bible
- Internet access
- Library resources
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 37
- Pictures of anointing
- Historical references

- Research assignments - Written outlines - Class presentations

The Bible

Leadership in Israel: Saul – King Saul's failures and disobedience
Leadership in Israel: Saul – Consequences of Saul's failures

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

- Evaluate King Saul's failures and disobedience
- Explain specific instances of Saul's disobedience
- Show concern about consequences of disobeying God

- Read 1 Samuel 13:8-14, 15:7-25
- Discuss King Saul's failures and consequences
- Analyze why Samuel condemned Saul

What were King Saul's main failures as a leader?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 37
- Good News Bible
- Case studies
- Charts on failures
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 38
- Charts on consequences
- Historical references

- Written analysis - Oral questions - Group discussions

The Bible
Miracles of Jesus Christ

Leadership in Israel: Saul – Lessons from King Saul's failures
Leadership in Israel: Saul – Becoming God-fearing leaders
Healing of blind Bartimaeus - Challenges faced by people

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
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 40
- Leadership journals
- Feedback forms
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 44
- Charts showing different challenges
- Pictures of people with various challenges

- Group presentations - Poem recitation - Written lessons

Miracles of Jesus Christ

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

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

- Read and understand the healing of blind Bartimaeus
- Narrate the healing of blind Bartimaeus
- Explain what Bartimaeus asked from Jesus

- In groups read Mark 10:46-52 and make notes
- Answer questions about the healing
- Narrate the healing of blind Bartimaeus

Who was Bartimaeus and what did he ask from Jesus?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 44
- 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

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Story narration

Miracles of Jesus Christ

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:

- Explain the meaning of the word 'storm'
- Identify challenging situations in life
- Discuss how families overcome challenging situations

- Brainstorm on the meaning of the word 'storm'
- Share experiences of challenging situations faced
- Discuss how to overcome difficult situations

What is the meaning of the word 'storm' and how do people overcome challenging situations?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 50
- Pictures of storms
- Real life examples
- Charts
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 51
- Good News Bible
- Video resources
- Charts showing the story
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 52
- Pictures of Jesus calming storm
- Reference materials

- Brainstorming sessions - Oral questions - Group discussions

Miracles of Jesus Christ

Calming the storm - Lessons from the miracle
Calming the storm - Applying lessons to daily challenges

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

- Group presentations - Written notes - Peer assessment

Miracles of Jesus Christ

Calming the storm - Depending on God daily
Healing of the paralytic - Understanding paralysis

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

- Compose songs about overcoming storms
- Write personal journals on depending on God
- Demonstrate desire to depend on God in daily life

- Compose and sing a song on overcoming storms of life
- Write a personal journal on how they depend on God daily
- Read and meditate on Psalms 91:1-6

How do you depend on God in your day-to-day life?

- 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

- Song composition - Journal assessment - Meditation activities

Miracles of Jesus Christ

Healing of the paralytic - The healing miracle
Healing of the paralytic - Jesus' response to faith

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

- Read and understand the healing of the paralytic
- Narrate the story of healing the paralytic
- Identify the faith demonstrated by the paralytic and his friends

- Read and discuss Luke 5:17-26
- Make presentation using charts/posters or PowerPoint slides
- Watch a video on the healing of the paralytic

How did the paralytic man and his friends demonstrate faith?

- 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

- Written assignments - Presentations - Video analysis

Miracles of Jesus Christ

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 healing of the paralytic
- Explain the importance of faith in receiving divine healing
- Apply lessons about having faith when facing challenges

- In groups discuss lessons learnt from the healing
- Analyze the importance of faith in healing
- Share how to apply faith in difficult situations

What lessons can we learn from the healing of the paralytic?

- 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 discussions - Lesson outlining - Peer sharing

Miracles of Jesus Christ

Healing of the paralytic - Having faith in challenges
Healing of the paralytic - Appreciating God's power over sickness

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

- Pair sharing - Personal testimonies - Faith demonstration

Miracles of Jesus Christ
Teachings of Jesus Christ

Healing of the paralytic - Demonstrating faith through action
Teaching on prayer - Importance of prayer in daily life

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

- Demonstrate practical ways of showing faith
- Help others who are facing health challenges
- Show commitment to trusting God in all circumstances

- Plan practical ways to help others with health challenges
- Demonstrate faith through caring actions
- Commit to trusting God in all life situations

How can you demonstrate your faith through practical actions?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 61
- 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

- Practical demonstrations - Action plans - Commitment assessment

Teachings of Jesus Christ

Teaching on prayer - Forms and ways of prayer
Teaching on prayer - Having faith when praying

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

- Identify different forms of prayer
- Explain thanksgiving, intercessory, petition and dedication prayers
- Demonstrate different ways of praying to God

- Learn about different forms of prayer (thanksgiving, intercessory, petition, dedication)
- Share how Nkaiseri and Moraa pray to God
- Practice different postures and methods of prayer

How do you pray to God in your daily life?

- 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

- Prayer demonstrations - Written assignments - Observation of prayer methods

Teachings of Jesus Christ

Teaching on prayer - Praying for friends and enemies
Teaching on prayer - Proper ways of praying

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

- Explain Jesus' teaching about praying for enemies
- Demonstrate love by praying for all people
- Show understanding of God's love for both good and bad people

- Read Matthew 5:44-45 about praying for enemies
- Discuss how God treats both good and bad people
- Make flashcards on praying for friends and enemies

How should we treat our enemies and those who persecute us?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 65
- Good News Bible
- Flashcards
- Examples of praying for enemies
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 66
- Charts on proper prayer attitudes
- Digital presentation materials

- Bible text analysis - Flashcard creation - Prayer demonstrations

Teachings of Jesus Christ

Teaching on prayer - Applying lessons on prayer
The lost sheep - God's love for the lost

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

- Apply lessons learnt about prayer in daily life
- Journal daily prayer experiences
- Demonstrate desire to have faith whenever they pray

- Apply lessons learnt on prayer by praying to God always
- Journal daily prayer life experiences
- Teach siblings how to pray at home

How do you apply the lessons that you have learnt on prayer?

- 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

- Journal assessment - Practical application - Home prayer reports

Teachings of Jesus Christ

The lost sheep - The parable of the lost sheep
The lost sheep - Lessons from the parable

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

- Read and understand the parable of the lost sheep
- Narrate the parable of the lost sheep
- Explain the shepherd's response to losing one sheep

- Read Luke 15:1-7 and make notes on the parable
- Describe God's love for the lost
- Role-play the parable of the lost sheep

How many sheep did the shepherd have and what happened to one of them?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 69
- Good News Bible
- Role-play materials
- Charts showing the parable
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 70
- Group discussion materials
- Lesson charts
- Analysis guides

- Bible reading - Story narration - Role-play assessment

Teachings of Jesus Christ

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 who are the lost in society
- Take part in reaching out to the lost through mission work
- Plan ways to show God's love to others

- Brainstorm on how to reach out to sinners
- Plan class visits to less fortunate people
- Discuss ways to evangelize to the lost

How can you reach out to sinners and evangelize to them?

- 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

- Mission planning - Community service - Evangelism discussions

Teachings of Jesus Christ
The Church
The Church
The Church

The lost sheep - Serving all people with love
The Holy Spirit - The outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost
The Holy Spirit - The outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost
The Holy Spirit - Ways in which Christians exemplify the fruit of the Holy Spirit

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
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 74
- Good News Bible
- Audio-visual resources
- Charts/posters
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 75
- Good News Bible (Acts 2:1-11)
- Digital resources
- Charts/flashcards
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 77
- Good News Bible (Galatians 5:22-23)
- Flashcards
- Charts

- Song composition - Experience sharing - Service planning

The Church

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

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

- Explain how to practice each fruit of the Holy Spirit
- Complete a table showing how to put into practice the fruit of the Holy Spirit
- Demonstrate understanding of applying the fruit of the Holy Spirit in daily situations

- Play a game of picking out the fruit of the Holy Spirit and explain how to practice it
- Complete a table outlining how to put into practice the fruit of the Holy Spirit
- Write a journal on all the fruit of the Holy Spirit and how to practice each
- Display flashcards to classmates

How can you put into practice the fruit of the Holy Spirit in your daily interactions?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 78
- Flashcards
- Exercise books
- Charts
- 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

- Portfolio - Journals - Peer assessment - Written assignments

The Church

Acts of Compassion - Take part in a community service activity in the school neighbourhood

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

- Read and analyze biblical teachings on helping the needy
- Identify lessons from biblical texts about caring for others
- Plan a community service activity

- Read Leviticus 19:32-33, Psalms 82:3, Matthew 25:35-46
- Identify lessons learnt from the Bible texts
- List the needy people outlined in the Bible text
- Discuss what the Bible teaches about helping the needy and caring for strangers
- Plan a class visit to help the needy

What does the Bible teach us about helping the needy and caring for strangers?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 83
- Good News Bible
- Charts
- Audio-visual resources
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 84
- Digital resources
- PowerPoint
- Notebooks

- Written assignments - Bible reading - Group presentations - Planning activities

Christian Living Today

Family Relationships - Roles of different members of a family
Family Relationships - Healthy family relationships and causes of conflicts

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

- Outline roles of different family members
- Identify responsibilities of parents, children and other family members
- Appreciate the importance of sharing roles amongst family members

- In groups brainstorm on the responsibilities of parents/guardians, children and other members of the family
- Study pictures showing family members performing different roles
- Outline responsibilities of parents, children and other family members
- Discuss why it is important to share roles amongst family members

How should family members relate with each other?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 86
- Pictures/photographs
- Charts/flashcards
- Good News Bible
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 88
- Case studies
- Charts/posters

- Question and answers - Rating scales - Journals - Checklists

Christian Living Today

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

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

- Define the term sexual abuse
- Identify forms of sexual abuse
- Explain how to avoid different forms of sexual abuse

- Read the story of Sarah and Rose at the market
- Discuss the meaning of the term 'sexual abuse'
- Study a PowerPoint presentation showing different forms of sexual abuse and how to avoid them
- Identify places that should be avoided to stay away from sexual abuse

Why is it important to learn about sexual abuse and how to avoid it?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 93
- PowerPoint slides
- Charts/posters
- Good News Bible
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 95
- Guest speakers
- Audio-visual resources

- Self-assessment - Peer assessments - Journals - Portfolio

Christian Living Today

Human Sexuality: Responsible Sexual Behaviour - Causes of early pregnancies among teenage girls
Human Sexuality: Responsible Sexual Behaviour - Consequences of engaging in irresponsible sexual behaviour

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

- Evaluate causes of early pregnancies among teenage girls today
- Identify factors that contribute to teenage pregnancies
- Show concern for preventing early pregnancies

- In pairs discuss causes of early pregnancies among teenage girls in society today
- Write points on charts and display in class
- Read what Willy and Dorcas wrote about causes of early pregnancies
- Identify other causes of early pregnancies in society today

What are the main causes of early pregnancies among teenage girls in society today?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 96
- Charts/posters
- Case studies
- Newspapers/magazines
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 97
- Good News Bible
- Charts/flashcards
- Audio-visual resources

- Peer assessments - Group discussions - Written presentations - Charts display

Christian Living Today

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

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

- Read and reflect on Bible texts about sexual purity
- Discuss values and life skills needed to avoid irresponsible sexual behaviour
- Choose to live responsibly as guided by the word of God

- Read 1 Thessalonians 4:3-6, Romans 12:1-2, 1 Corinthians 6:18-20
- Write Bible texts on flashcards and outline lessons learnt
- Identify values needed to avoid irresponsible sexual behaviour
- Discuss life skills needed to avoid irresponsible sexual behaviour
- Create sensitisation messages on importance of responsible behaviour

How can you apply biblical teachings to live responsibly as a youth?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 99
- Good News Bible
- Flashcards
- Charts/posters
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 101
- Exercise books
- Charts

- Anecdotal records - Authentic tasks - Journals - Debates

Christian Living Today

Sacredness of Life - Meaning of sacredness of life as guided by the Bible
Sacredness of Life - How the right to life is violated today

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

- Explain the meaning of sacredness of life according to the Bible
- Understand that God is the only source of life
- Appreciate the inherent dignity and worth of human life

- Brainstorm on the meaning of sacredness of life
- Explain why human life is sacred
- Read Genesis 2:7 about how God created human life
- Discuss that life comes from God and is holy and precious

Why is it important to uphold sacredness of life?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 103
- Good News Bible
- Charts/posters
- Pictures/photographs
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 104
- Charts/flashcards
- Case studies

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation - Portfolio

Christian Living Today

Sacredness of Life - Causes of suicide in society today
Sacredness of Life - Causes of abortion among youth 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
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 107
- Newspapers/magazines
- Legal documents

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

Christian Living Today

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

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

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

Christian Living Today

Bullying - Meaning and forms of bullying
Bullying - Causes of bullying at school and in the community

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
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 112
- Audio-visual resources

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

Christian Living Today

Bullying - Effects of bullying on individuals and families
Bullying - Biblical teachings on peaceful coexistence

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

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

Christian Living Today

Bullying - Values needed for peaceful coexistence
Bullying - Modeling the value of love in interactions with others

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

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

Christian Living Today

Work, Talents and Abilities - Identifying God-given talents, gifts and abilities
Work, Talents and Abilities - Taking part in activities to nurture talents

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
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 120
- Performance materials

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

Christian Living Today

Work, Talents and Abilities - Lessons from the parable of talents
Work, Talents and Abilities - Originating income-generating enterprises

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

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

Christian Living Today

Leisure - Meaning of leisure and ways of using free time
Leisure - Reasons for misuse of leisure and consequences
Leisure - Biblical teachings on leisure and constructive use of free time
Leisure - Applying lessons learnt by using leisure time responsibly

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
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 129
- Case studies
- Flashcards
- Audio-visual resources
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 131
- Good News Bible
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book pg. 132
- Design materials

- Questionnaires - Observation - Checklists - Journals