CREATION

WORK: GOD WORKED

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

-Define the word work.
-Interpret the scriptures on work to foster responsibility.
-Desire to exercise responsibility in daily activities.

- Learners to brainstorm on the meaning of the word work.
- Guide learner to discuss how God worked.
- Learners in groups study the Bible to outline the teachings on work.

What is work?

Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 1-4

Oral questions

CREATION

WORK: GOD WORKED
VIRTUES RELATED TO CHRISTIAN WORK ETHICS

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

-Explain why Christians should work hard.
-Outline Biblical teachings about work.
-Desire to work hard.

- In groups, read Biblical verses on work (Proverbs 6:6-11, Proverbs 10:4, Exodus 20:11, Genesis 2:1-3).
- Outline the Biblical teachings about work.
- Interpret the scripture on work by answering questions in a table.

Why should you work hard as a Christian?

Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 3-4
Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 5-6

- Oral questions - Written exercises

CREATION

VIRTUES RELATED TO CHRISTIAN WORK ETHICS
WORK: CAREER PATHS

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

-Identify virtues related to Christian work ethics.
-Explain the importance of virtues related to work.
-Desire to practice virtues related to work.

- Using online resources or relevant textbooks, search for virtues that are related to work.
- Discuss the virtues related to work identified.
- Share findings with classmates.

How can you apply Christian virtues in your work?

Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 5-7
- Flashcards
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 8-11

- Oral questions - Group presentations

CREATION
THE BIBLE

WORK: POSITIVE ATTITUDE TOWARDS WORK
CHRISTIAN MORAL VALUES: SEXUAL PURITY

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

-Discuss what is positive attitude.
-Explain how to have positive attitude towards work.
-Desire to have positive attitude towards work.

- Discuss the statement having a positive attitude towards work and write key points in their notebooks for presentation in class.
- Write and keep a journal on careers they aspire to undertake and how to work towards them and share them with the peers.

How can we have positive attitude towards work?

Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 12-14
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 16-18
- Good News Bible

- Writing Journals - Observation Schedule - Oral questions

THE BIBLE

CHRISTIAN MORAL VALUES: SEXUAL PURITY
CHRISTIAN MORAL VALUES: FORBIDDEN SEXUAL PRACTICES

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

-Identify moral values that young people should uphold.
-Explain how CRE promotes sound moral and religious values.
-Desire to have moral values that will uphold in daily life.

- Learners in pairs brainstorm on moral values.
- Discuss other values that help young people to overcome sins.

Which are Christian morals that a young person should uphold?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 16-19
- Good News Bible
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 19-21
- Good News Bible
- Computer or television

- Oral questions - Written exercise

THE BIBLE

CHRISTIAN MORAL VALUES: FORBIDDEN SEXUAL PRACTICES
CHRISTIAN MORAL VALUES: WAYS TO AVOID BEING LURED INTO FORBIDDEN SEXUAL PRACTICES
CHRISTIAN MORAL VALUES AND LIFE SKILLS THAT FOSTER SEXUAL PURITY

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

-Identify how youth are tempted into sexual practices.
-Explain ways to avoid getting lured into forbidden sexual practices.
-Desire to avoid forbidden sexual practices.

- In groups, describe some of the sexual perversions in society today.
- Discuss how the youth are tempted and trapped into these practices.
- Discuss how the youth can avoid getting lured into forbidden sexual practices.

How are youth lured into forbidden sexual practices?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 14-15
- Good News Bible
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 24-25
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 25-29

- Group presentations - Oral questions

THE BIBLE

WOMAN JUDGE: DEBORAH

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

-Define the term leadership.
-Mention women leaders and the roles they play.
-Appreciate leadership qualities portrayed by women leaders.

- Discuss the meaning of the term leadership.
- What are some of the qualities of a good leader?
- In groups, list women leaders in school, church, and government positions.

What is leadership?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 30
- Pictures of women in leadership
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 30-31

- Oral questions - Observation

THE BIBLE

QUALITIES PORTRAYED BY DEBORAH AS A JUDGE IN ISRAEL

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

-Read and understand the story of Deborah.
-Analyze qualities portrayed by Deborah as a judge in Israel.
-Appreciate Deborah's leadership qualities.

- Learners in pairs read Judges 4:1-24 and answer the questions.
- Analyze the leadership qualities displayed by Judge Deborah.

How did Deborah portray wisdom as a judge in Israel?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 32-34
- Good News Bible

- Observation - Oral question - Written exercise

THE BIBLE

JUDGE DEBORAH

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

-Complete a crossword puzzle on Deborah's leadership qualities.
-Identify leadership qualities from Deborah.
-Desire to develop good leadership qualities.

- Fill in the crossword puzzle with leadership qualities portrayed by Deborah.
- Share completed puzzle with classmates.

What qualities made Deborah a good leader?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 24
- Crossword puzzle
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 34-36
- Digital devices

- Crossword completion - Oral questions

THE BIBLE

KINGS DAVID AND SOLOMON

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

-Study a family tree.
-Draw a personal family tree.
-Appreciate the concept of family ancestry.

- In pairs, study Kioko's family tree.
- Identify Kioko's family members who lived a long time ago.
- List names of members of their family including ones who lived a long time ago.
- Present the names in form of a family tree.

What is a family tree?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 37
- Family tree diagram
- Good News Bible
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 37-38
- Digital devices

- Family tree diagram - Oral questions

THE BIBLE

KINGS DAVID AND SOLOMON: IMPORTANCE OF DAVID AS A KING IN ISRAEL
QUALITIES OF A GOOD LEADER DERIVED FROM KING DAVID'S LEADERSHIP
ACHIEVEMENTS OF KING SOLOMON

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

-Read 1 Samuel 16:1-23 and 2 Samuel 6:1-15.
-Analyze the importance of David as a king.
-Desire to choose leaders from integrity in school and in the community.

- In turns learners read 1st Samuel 16:1-23 and 2nd Samuel 6:1-15 and write key points on the importance of David as a king of Israel.
- Learners in groups read what teacher Joshua wrote on the importance of David as a king of Israel.

What was the importance of David as a king in Israel?

- Good News Bible
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 39-40
- Flashcards
- Digital devices
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 41-43
- Flash cards
- Good News Bible
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 43-44
- Print resources

- Written quiz - Oral question

THE BIBLE

FAILURES OF KING SOLOMON
WAYS IN WHICH KING SOLOMON PORTRAYED WISDOM IN HIS LEADERSHIP

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

-Describe the failures of King Solomon.
-Mention things that led to the failure of King Solomon.
-Decide not to have failures when they lead.

In small groups learners use digital devices to search on the failures of King Solomon and make short notes.

What are the failures of King Solomon?

- Digital devices
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 44-46
- Good News Bible
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 46-47

- Oral question - Written expression

THE BIBLE

CHOOSING LEADERS IN SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITY
KINGS DAVID AND SOLOMON: ASSESSMENT

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

-Brainstorm on qualities to consider in choosing leaders at school, church, and the community.
-Outline qualities of a good leader.
-Desire to choose leaders of integrity.

- In groups, learners brainstorm on qualities to consider in choosing leaders at school, church and community and make a presentation using a chat or digital device.

What are the qualities of a good leader?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 46-47
- Charts and digital devices
- Digital devices
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 48

- Oral questions - Written expression - Checklist

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

RAISING THE WIDOW'S SON: The Miracle at Nain
RAISING THE WIDOW'S SON: Biblical Account

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

-Elaborate the miracle of raising the Widow's son at Nain
-Interpret lessons learnt from the miracle
-Desire to appreciate God's power over life and death

-In pairs learners to share experiences of challenges they have faced as a family (e.g. losing loved ones/close relatives)
-Discuss how they coped/cope with grief or loss

Why should you trust in God when faced with challenges?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 37
-Good News Bible

Oral questions -Written expressions

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

RAISING THE WIDOW'S SON: Compassion of Jesus
RAISING THE WIDOW'S SON: Showing Compassion

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

-Discuss Jesus' compassion as shown in the miracle
-Model the value of compassion as portrayed by Jesus Christ
-Desire to show compassion to others

-Use a digital device or write on charts how they show compassion to the needy or the suffering
-Discuss ways to show compassion in everyday situations

How can we demonstrate compassion like Jesus did?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 38
-Digital devices
-Resource materials

Oral questions -Observation

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

RAISING THE WIDOW'S SON: Hope in Resurrection
RAISING THE WIDOW'S SON: Creative Response
HEALING THE TEN LEPERS: The Miracle Account

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

-Relate the miracle to the Christian hope in resurrection
-Interpret John 11:25 in relation to resurrection hope
-Appreciate God's power over life and death

-Write John 11:25 on flashcards and meditate on it
-Discuss the connection between this miracle and Christian belief in resurrection

How does this miracle demonstrate God's power over death?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 39
-Flashcards
-Creative materials
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 44
-Good News Bible

Written expressions -Oral questions

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

HEALING THE TEN LEPERS: Role Play
HEALING THE TEN LEPERS: Lessons from the Miracle

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

-Dramatize the healing of the ten lepers
-Identify the contrast between gratitude and ingratitude
-Appreciate the importance of expressing thanks

-In groups role-play the healing of the ten lepers
-Discuss the differences in response between the nine and the one who returned

Why did only one leper return to thank Jesus?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 44
-Role play materials
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 45
-Good News Bible

Observation schedule -Peer evaluation

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

HEALING THE TEN LEPERS: Expressing Gratitude
HEALING THE TEN LEPERS: Poem of Gratitude

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

-Devise ways of showing gratitude to God in day-to-day life
-Share personal experiences of gratitude
-Develop a habit of thanksgiving

-Share experiences of how they express gratitude to God and those who show them kindness
-List ways to express gratitude in daily situations

How can we express gratitude in our daily lives?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 45
-Good News Bible
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 46
-Writing materials

Oral questions -Written expressions

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

HEALING THE TEN LEPERS: Songs of Thanksgiving
PARABLE ON PRAYER: Introduction to Parables

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

-Express gratitude through songs
-Apply lessons learnt by showing kindness to others
-Desire to express gratitude always

-In groups compose a song of thanksgiving and sing it in class
-Discuss how showing gratitude impacts relationships

Why is gratitude important in our relationship with God and others?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 46
-Music resources
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 51
-Flashcards

Observation schedule -Peer evaluation

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

PARABLE ON PRAYER: Experience of Persistent Prayer
PARABLE ON PRAYER: A Friend at Midnight

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

-Share experiences of persistent prayer
-Describe situations requiring perseverance in prayer
-Appreciate the value of persistence

-In pairs share experiences of how they prayed persistently for an issue/challenge
-Discuss obstacles to persistent prayer

What challenges do we face in prayer?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 51
-Good News Bible
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 52

Oral questions -Observation

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

PARABLE ON PRAYER: Role Play
PARABLE ON PRAYER: Lessons and Applications

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

-Dramatize the parable of a friend at midnight
-Interpret lessons from the parable
-Appreciate the importance of persistence

-Role-play the parable of a friend at midnight
-Discuss the characters' motivations and actions

How do you exercise faith in prayer?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 52
-Role play materials
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 53
-Digital devices
-Charts

Observation schedule -Peer evaluation

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

PARABLE ON PRAYER: Prayer Journal
NICODEMUS' ENCOUNTER WITH JESUS CHRIST: The Night Visit
NICODEMUS' ENCOUNTER WITH JESUS CHRIST: Born Again

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

-Develop a personal prayer practice
-Document prayer experiences
-Desire to practice persistent prayer

-Write a reflection journal on how they pray daily
-Share insights on effective prayer

How can we maintain consistency in prayer?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 53
-Journals
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 56
-Good News Bible
-Digital devices

Written expressions -Oral questions

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

JESUS' MINISTRY IN JERUSALEM: Triumphant Entry
JESUS' MINISTRY IN JERUSALEM: Biblical Account

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

-Elaborate Jesus Christ's triumphant entry into Jerusalem
-Identify key events of Palm Sunday
-Appreciate the significance of this event

-Share experiences on what happens on Palm Sunday, as practiced by some churches
-Watch a video clip on Jesus Christ's triumphant entry into Jerusalem

Why was Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem important?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 64
-Digital devices
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 65
-Good News Bible
-Charts

Oral questions -Written expressions

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

JESUS' MINISTRY IN JERUSALEM: Cleansing the Temple
JESUS' MINISTRY IN JERUSALEM: Lessons from Temple Cleansing

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

-Describe Jesus' cleansing of the temple
-Analyze why Jesus was upset with the activities in the temple
-Desire to maintain sanctity in places of worship

-In groups brainstorm on ways the Church premise is misused today
-Read Luke 19:45-48 on Jesus Christ's cleansing of the temple

Why was Jesus opposed by the Jewish leaders?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 66
-Good News Bible
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 67

Oral questions -Written exercise

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

JESUS' MINISTRY IN JERUSALEM: Conflict with Leaders
JESUS' MINISTRY IN JERUSALEM: Lessons from Conflicts

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

-Analyze Jesus' conflict with the Jewish leaders
-Identify the sources of conflict
-Appreciate Jesus' wisdom in handling opposition

-Read Luke 20:1-8,20-39 and discuss conflicts between Jesus Christ and the Jewish leaders
-Identify the different groups that opposed Jesus

What were the causes of conflict between Jesus and religious leaders?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 68
-Good News Bible
-Digital devices

Oral questions -Written exercise

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

JESUS' MINISTRY IN JERUSALEM: Issues of Authority
JESUS' MINISTRY IN JERUSALEM: Civic Duties

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

-Discuss Jesus' teachings on authority and obedience
-Analyze Jesus' response to questions about taxes
-Appreciate the importance of obeying both God and authorities

-Discuss Jesus' teaching on paying taxes
-Relate it to contemporary issues of civic responsibility

What does Jesus teach about respecting authority?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 69
-Good News Bible

Oral questions -Written expressions

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

JESUS' PASSION, DEATH AND RESURRECTION: The Lord's Supper
JESUS' PASSION, DEATH AND RESURRECTION: Events at Mount Olives
JESUS' PASSION, DEATH AND RESURRECTION: Peter's Denial

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

-Explain the institution of the Lord's Supper
-Discuss its significance to Christians today
-Desire to participate in communion meaningfully

-In groups conduct a buzz session on the meaning of the Lord's Supper
-Share experiences of how they celebrate the Lord's Supper/Lord's Table/Holy Communion/Eucharist/Sacrament in their churches

What is the significance of the Lord's Supper?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 70
-Good News Bible
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 71
-Digital devices
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 72

Oral questions -Written expressions

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

JESUS' PASSION, DEATH AND RESURRECTION: Role Play
JESUS' PASSION, DEATH AND RESURRECTION: Trial and Crucifixion

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

-Dramatize Peter's denial of Jesus
-Analyze emotions and motivations in the story
-Desire to confess failures and seek forgiveness

-In groups dramatise Peter's denial of Jesus Christ
-Brainstorm on reasons that may have caused Peter to deny Jesus Christ

How can we demonstrate faithfulness to Christ today?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 73
-Role play materials
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 74
-Digital devices
-Good News Bible

Observation -Written exercise

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

JESUS' PASSION, DEATH AND RESURRECTION: The Resurrection
JESUS' PASSION, DEATH AND RESURRECTION: Significance of Resurrection

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

-Describe the discovery of the empty tomb
-Analyze the reactions of disciples to resurrection news
-Appreciate the reality of resurrection

-Read Luke 24:1-7 and make notes on Christ's resurrection
-Discuss the reactions of different people to the news

What evidence supports the resurrection of Jesus?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 75
-Good News Bible

Oral questions -Written exercises

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST
THE CHURCH

JESUS' PASSION, DEATH AND RESURRECTION: Application of Lessons
The Early Church: Characteristics of the Early Church

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

-Summarize key events from Jesus' passion to resurrection
-Apply lessons from these events to personal faith journey
-Desire to live according to resurrection principles

-Review all lessons from Jesus' passion, death, and resurrection
-Create a concept map showing connections between these events and Christian faith today

How can we apply the lessons of Jesus' passion, death and resurrection in our lives today?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 76
-Good News Bible
-Charts
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 91

Oral questions -Written expressions -Observation

THE CHURCH

The Early Church: Activities in the Early Church
The Early Church: Miracles performed in the Early Church

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

- identify activities of the Early Church
- explain how the church exhibits these characteristics today
- appreciate the importance of church attendance

- In groups, learners to demonstrate as guided on page 91
- Learners visit a church of their choice and interview the church leader to find out how the church exhibits the characteristics of the Early Church
- Write a report and present it to the classmates

Which activities did the Early Church do together?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 92
-Good News Bible
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 93-94

- Written exercise - Oral questions

THE CHURCH

The Early Church: Lessons from miracles performed in the Early Church
The Early Church: The story of Paul and Silas
The Early Church: Relevance of Paul and Silas's story to Christians today

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

- outline lessons from the miracles performed in the Early Church
- apply these lessons in daily life
- develop faith in God's miraculous power

- In groups, brainstorm on the lessons learnt from the miracles performed in the Early Church
- Make a presentation to classmates
- Read the lessons that Betty learned from the miracles performed in the Early Church

What lessons do we learn from the miracles performed in the Early Church?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 94-95
-Good News Bible
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 95-96
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 96-97

- Oral questions - Written exercise

THE CHURCH

The Early Church: Spiritual growth through church attendance
The Early Church: Self-assessment

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

- identify activities done in church
- describe how these activities promote spiritual growth
- desire to grow spiritually by attending church

- Choose a worship song that is familiar to the class
- Sing the song as a class
- Write and keep a journal on church attendance and activities done

How can you grow spiritually through church attendance?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 98
-A journal
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 99-100

- Observation - Checking journal

THE CHURCH

The Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Teachings of Jesus Christ on the role of the Holy Spirit
The Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Role of the Holy Spirit from the Bible

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

- explain the role of the Holy Spirit
- interpret Jesus' teachings about the Holy Spirit
- desire to be led by the Holy Spirit

- In groups, read the story about Coach Martha and answer questions
- Brainstorm the role of Coach Martha from the story
- In groups, brainstorm the role of the Holy Spirit in the life of a Christian
- Share findings with classmates

What is the role of the Holy Spirit in the life of a Christian?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 101
-Good News Bible
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 101-102

- Observation - Oral questions

THE CHURCH

The Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Identifying the nine gifts of the Holy Spirit
The Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Meaning of the gifts of the Holy Spirit

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

- list the nine gifts of the Holy Spirit
- explain the meaning of spiritual gifts
- value the gifts of the Holy Spirit

- In groups, take turns to read 1 Corinthians 12:8-11
- Identify and list the nine gifts of the Holy Spirit
- Search and share the meaning of 'Gifts of the Holy Spirit'

What are the gifts of the Holy Spirit?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 102-103
-Good News Bible
-Digital devices
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 104

- Oral questions - Observation

THE CHURCH

The Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Categorizing the gifts of the Holy Spirit
The Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Importance of the gifts of the Holy Spirit
The Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Avoiding cults, idol worship and religious extremism
The Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Using the word of God to discern

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

- classify the gifts into their proper categories
- distinguish between the different types of gifts
- appreciate the diversity of spiritual gifts

- In groups, classify the gifts of the Holy Spirit according to their categories (Gifts of Knowledge, Gifts of Power, Gifts of Divine Utterance)
- Share findings with classmates for peer review

How can we classify the gifts of the Holy Spirit?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 104-105
-Good News Bible
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 105
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 105-106
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 106-111

- Peer review - Oral questions