Class: Primary 1
Term: 1st Term
Week: 10
Age: 6 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Date:
Subject: Christian Religion Studies
Topic: Ways of Protection – How God Protects Us
Content: Ways in which God protects us.
Specific Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Understand and identify various ways in which God protects us.
- Recite the memory verse.
Instructional Materials:
- Bible
- Visual aids (pictures depicting protection scenes)
- Flashcards with key points
- Whiteboard and markers
- Notebooks and pens
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding God’s protection helps pupils feel secure and connected to God’s love.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils have basic knowledge of God and may have heard about His protection.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Content Development: Ways of Protection
Content (Steps) | Time | Teaching Method | Teacher’s Points/Activities | Pupils’ Activities |
---|---|---|---|---|
Introduction | 5 mins | Storytelling | – Begin with a discussion on protection – wearing helmets, using umbrellas. – Explain that God also protects us in different ways. | – Listen attentively. – Engage in the discussion. |
Bible Reading | 8 mins | Bible Reading & Discussion | – Read Psalm 121:7-8 (God’s protection) together as a class. – Discuss how God watches over us. | – Listen to the Bible reading. – Engage in discussions about God’s protection. |
Discussion & Reflection | 8 mins | Group Discussion | – Ask pupils how they think God protects us. – Guide a discussion on ways God keeps us safe. | – Share their thoughts on God’s protection. – Engage in discussions. |
Memory Verse | 5 mins | Memory Verse | – Teach a memory verse related to God’s protection. – Explain the verse’s meaning. | – Repeat the memory verse together. – Understand the verse’s meaning. |
Scriptural References | 7 mins | Group Activity | – Divide pupils into groups and provide them with scriptural references (Psalm 91:11, Isaiah 41:10). – Guide them to read and discuss how God protects in each verse. | – Participate in assigned groups. – Read and discuss their verses. |
Note Taking | 7 mins | Note Taking | – Provide pupils with a note summarizing the lesson’s key points on God’s protection. – Pupils copy the note into their notebooks. | – Copy the note into their notebooks. |
Conclusion | 5 mins | Recap & Reflection | – Summarize the main points about how God protects us. – Ask pupils to share their thoughts on God’s care. | – Listen to the summary. – Share reflections on God’s protection. |
Evaluation | 5 mins | Question & Answer | – Ask questions to assess pupils’ understanding of the lesson. – Encourage pupils to share how they feel knowing God protects them. | – Participate in answering questions. – Share their feelings about God’s protection. |
Memory Verse:
“He will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways.” – Psalm 91:11
Note to Pupils:
Today, we learned how God protects us like a guardian. Let’s remember that God cares for us always.
Ways of Protection
Here are some ways that God protects us:
- Guardian Angels: God sends angels to watch over and protect us from harm (Psalm 91:11).
- Strength and Courage: God gives us strength and courage to face challenges and difficulties (Isaiah 41:10).
- Guidance: God guides our steps and helps us make wise decisions (Proverbs 3:5-6).
- Comfort: God comforts us in times of sadness or fear (Psalm 23:4).
- Love: God’s love surrounds and protects us, showing us that we are cared for (Romans 8:38-39).
- Provision: God provides for our needs, ensuring we have what we require (Matthew 6:26-27).
- Safety: God keeps us safe from dangers we may not even be aware of (Psalm 121:7-8).
- Salvation: God offers us the greatest protection by saving us from the consequences of sin (John 3:16).
Evaluation:
- How does God protect us?
- What is the memory verse for today?
Teaching Aids:
- Bible
- Visual aids (pictures, diagrams)
- Flashcards with key points
- Whiteboard and markers
- Notebooks and pens
Note to Teachers:
Customize the lesson content, teaching methods, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, curriculum, and available resources.