God’s Gift of His son Christian Religious Studies Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 5

Subject: Christian Religious Studies

Class: Primary 1

Term: First Term

Week: 5

Topic: The Birth of Jesus, Why Jesus Came, Why We Celebrate Christmas

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand and narrate the story of the birth of Jesus.
2. Explain the purpose of Jesus’ coming to the world.
3. Understand why Christians celebrate Christmas.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Communication: Listening and speaking to share knowledge.
• Comprehension: Understanding the story and its significance.
• Critical Thinking: Reflecting on the reasons behind Christmas.

Learning Materials:

• Illustrated storybook about the birth of Jesus.
• Pictures or visuals of the Nativity scene.
• Simple nativity scene props (optional).
• Christmas carol songs or recordings

Content:

1. Narrate the Birth of Jesus:

• Begin by reading or telling the story of the birth of Jesus from the illustrated storybook.
• Use pictures or visuals of the Nativity scene to help children visualize the story.
• Highlight key elements, such as the stable, Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus.

The birth of Jesus is a beautiful and important story. Long ago, in a little town called Bethlehem, a special baby was born. His name was Jesus, and he was born in a stable because there was no room at the inn. 🏚️👶

Example: Just like you might have a birthday party, people all over the world celebrate Jesus’ birthday on Christmas Day!

2. Tell Why Jesus Came:

• Explain that Jesus came to teach people about love, kindness, and how to be good to each other.
• Share simple examples of Jesus’ teachings, like loving one’s neighbor and helping those in need.

Jesus came to our world to teach us about love, kindness, and how to be good to one another. He showed us how to care for those in need and to be forgiving. He came to bring hope and happiness to everyone! 🌟❤️

Example: Imagine Jesus as a wonderful teacher, teaching us important lessons of love and compassion.

3. Explain Why We Celebrate Christmas:

• Discuss that Christmas is a special day when Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus.
• Share that it’s a time to show love to family and friends, exchange gifts, and sing carols.
• Mention that the “gift-giving” part of Christmas reflects the gift of Jesus to the world

We celebrate Christmas because it’s the day Jesus was born! It’s a time for families to come together, share gifts, and show love to one another, just like Jesus taught us. It’s a time of joy, singing carols, and spreading happiness! 🎁🎶

Example: Think of Christmas as a special day when everyone is extra kind and full of love, just like Jesus showed us.

So, Christmas is not just about Santa Claus and gifts; it’s about celebrating the love and goodness that Jesus brought into our lives. 🥰🎅🏼🙏

Presentation:

• Start with an engaging introduction about the excitement of Christmas.
• Narrate the birth of Jesus using the storybook and visuals.
• Explain the reasons for Jesus’ coming and the significance of his teachings.
• Discuss the joy of celebrating Christmas.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Read or tell the story of Jesus’s birth.
• Use visuals and props to make the story come alive.
• Explain the teachings of Jesus in simple terms.
• Facilitate discussions about Christmas traditions.

Learners’ Activities:

• Listen attentively to the story.
• Engage with visuals and props if available.
• Participate in discussions by sharing their thoughts on Christmas.

Evaluation:

1. Jesus was born in the town of ____________.
a) Jerusalem
b) Nazareth
c) Bethlehem
d) Cana

2. There was no room for Jesus at the ____________.
a) beach
b) inn
c) school
d) park

3. Baby Jesus was placed in a ____________.
a) cradle
b) car
c) boat
d) bicycle

4. The birth of Jesus is a story of ____________.
a) sadness
b) joy
c) anger
d) fear

5. Mary and Joseph took care of baby Jesus in a ____________.
a) castle
b) stable
c) hospital
d) church

6. Jesus came to teach us about ____________.
a) hate
b) love
c) sleep
d) play

7. He showed us how to be ____________ to others.
a) unkind
b) kind
c) noisy
d) angry

8. Jesus wanted us to be ____________.
a) sad
b) forgiving
c) rude
d) lazy

9. He brought ____________ to the world.
a) gifts
b) hope
c) rain
d) toys

10. Jesus came to bring ____________ to everyone.
a) sadness
b) joy
c) anger
d) fear

11. Christmas is the celebration of Jesus’ ____________.
a) teaching
b) birth
c) journey
d) sleep

12. It’s a time for families to ____________.
a) fight
b) come together
c) hide
d) be alone

13. People give ____________ and show love at Christmas.
a) lessons
b) gifts
c) warnings
d) homework

14. We sing ____________ during Christmas.
a) jokes
b) carols
c) stories
d) songs

15. Christmas is about spreading ____________.
a) sadness
b) anger
c) happiness
d) fear

Assessment:

• Evaluate students’ comprehension by asking questions about the birth of Jesus.
• Encourage students to express their understanding of why Jesus came.
• Assess their ability to connect the birth of Jesus with the celebration of Christmas.

Conclusion: In today’s lesson, we learned about the wonderful story of Jesus’s birth, why he came to the world, and why Christmas is a time of joy and celebration. Remember, Christmas is not just about gifts; it’s about the love and kindness that Jesus taught us. 🌟🎄🙏