The Ten Commandments Christian Religious Studies Primary 6 First Term Lesson Notes Week 10
Christian Religious Studies Primary 6 First Term Lesson Notes Week 10
Subject: Christian Religious Studies
Class: Primary 6
Term: First Term
Week: 10
Age: 11 years
Topic: The Ten Commandments
Sub-topic: Understanding and Significance of the Ten Commandments
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioural Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Explain what the Ten Commandments are.
- Discuss the significance of each commandment.
- List the Ten Commandments in order.
Keywords: Commandments, Moses, Sinai, Law, Obedience, Moral
Set Induction:
Start with a discussion about rules and why they are important in everyday life.
Entry Behaviour:
Pupils should be familiar with the concept of rules and their importance in guiding behavior.
Learning Resources and Materials:
- Bible
- Printed copies of the Ten Commandments
- Whiteboard and markers
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:
Review the story of Moses receiving the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai.
Embedded Core Skills:
- Understanding moral and ethical guidelines
- Ability to recall and list important rules
- Critical thinking about the significance of laws
Learning Materials:
- Bible passages about the Ten Commandments
- Printed copies of the commandments
- Worksheets
Reference Books:
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- Bible
Instructional Materials:
- Visual aids showing the Ten Commandments
- Diagrams illustrating the context of Mount Sinai
Content:
- Explanation of the Ten Commandments:
- The Ten Commandments are a set of moral and ethical guidelines given by God to Moses on Mount Sinai. They form the basis of laws and principles in Christianity and Judaism.
- Significance of Each Commandment:
- 1. You shall have no other gods before Me: Emphasizes the importance of worshipping only one God.
- 2. You shall not make for yourself a carved image: Prohibits idolatry and the worship of images.
- 3. You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain: Calls for respect towards God’s name.
- 4. Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy: Encourages rest and worship on the Sabbath.
- 5. Honor your father and your mother: Stresses the importance of family respect and obedience.
- 6. You shall not murder: Forbids taking another person’s life.
- 7. You shall not commit adultery: Prohibits unfaithfulness in marriage.
- 8. You shall not steal: Forbids taking what does not belong to you.
- 9. You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor: Prohibits lying or giving false testimony.
- 10. You shall not covet: Advises against desiring what belongs to others.
- Listing the Ten Commandments:
- 1. You shall have no other gods before Me.
- 2. You shall not make for yourself a carved image.
- 3. You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain.
- 4. Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy.
- 5. Honor your father and your mother.
- 6. You shall not murder.
- 7. You shall not commit adultery.
- 8. You shall not steal.
- 9. You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.
- 10. You shall not covet.
Evaluation:
- What is the purpose of the Ten Commandments?
a) To guide moral behavior
b) To provide entertainment
c) To create laws for trade
d) To set rules for games - Which commandment emphasizes not worshipping images?
a) First
b) Second
c) Third
d) Fourth - What does the commandment about the Sabbath day require?
a) Work every day
b) Keep the Sabbath day holy
c) Celebrate every day
d) Rest on Sundays - Which commandment focuses on respecting parents?
a) Fifth
b) Sixth
c) Seventh
d) Eighth - What is forbidden by the commandment “You shall not murder”?
a) Telling lies
b) Taking someone’s life
c) Stealing
d) Adultery - Which commandment prohibits stealing?
a) Seventh
b) Eighth
c) Ninth
d) Tenth - What does the commandment “You shall not bear false witness” prohibit?
a) Telling the truth
b) Making false statements
c) Honoring your parents
d) Resting on the Sabbath - Which commandment advises against desiring what belongs to others?
a) Eighth
b) Ninth
c) Tenth
d) First - What is the main focus of the commandment “You shall not commit adultery”?
a) Stealing
b) Lying
c) Being unfaithful in marriage
d) Coveting - Which commandment requires not using God’s name in vain?
a) First
b) Second
c) Third
d) Fourth - What does the commandment “You shall not make for yourself a carved image” prohibit?
a) Reading the Bible
b) Idol worship
c) Praying
d) Honoring parents - What does the commandment “Remember the Sabbath day” advise?
a) Work hard
b) Keep the day holy
c) Eat a special meal
d) Visit friends - Which commandment is about honesty?
a) Fifth
b) Seventh
c) Eighth
d) Ninth - What is emphasized by the commandment “Honor your father and your mother”?
a) Respect and obedience
b) Financial support
c) Social gatherings
d) Traveling - What does the commandment “You shall not covet” teach us?
a) To desire what others have
b) To be content with what we have
c) To compete with others
d) To seek wealth
Class Activity Discussion:
- What are the Ten Commandments?
- The Ten Commandments are moral guidelines given by God to Moses, guiding ethical behavior and respect for God and others.
- Why are the Ten Commandments important?
- They provide a foundation for moral conduct and help people live in harmony with others and with God.
- Can you list the Ten Commandments in order?
- Yes, they are: 1) No other gods, 2) No carved images, 3) Not take God’s name in vain, 4) Keep the Sabbath holy, 5) Honor parents, 6) Not murder, 7) Not commit adultery, 8) Not steal, 9) Not bear false witness, 10) Not covet.
- Which commandment focuses on respecting the Sabbath?
- The Fourth Commandment, which requires keeping the Sabbath day holy.
- What is forbidden by the commandment “You shall not covet”?
- Desiring what belongs to others.
Presentation:
- Step 1: Review the previous lesson on the twelve tribes of Israel.
- Step 2: Introduce the Ten Commandments, explaining their significance and listing them.
- Step 3: Engage pupils in discussing each commandment’s significance and how they can apply them in their lives.
Teacher’s Activities:
- Introduce the lesson and objectives.
- Explain each commandment and its significance.
- Lead discussions and facilitate listing activities.
Learners’ Activities:
- Listen to the lesson.
- Read and discuss the Ten Commandments.
- Participate in listing and discussing each commandment’s importance.
Assessment:
Evaluate pupils’ understanding through their participation in discussions and answers to evaluation questions.
Evaluation Questions:
- What is the purpose of the Ten Commandments?
- Which commandment emphasizes not worshipping images?
- What does the commandment about the Sabbath day require?
- Which commandment focuses on respecting parents?
- What is forbidden by the commandment “You shall not murder”?
- Which commandment prohibits stealing?
- What does the commandment “You shall not bear false witness” prohibit?
- Which commandment advises against desiring what belongs to others?
- What is the main focus of the commandment “You shall not commit adultery”?
- Which commandment requires not using God’s name in vain?
Conclusion:
The teacher reviews the key points of the lesson, marks pupils’ work, and provides feedback.