The Crossing Of The Red Sea Christian Religious Studies Primary 6 First Term Lesson Notes Week 5

Lesson Plan Presentation

Grade: Primary 6

Subject: Christian Religious Studies

Topic: The Story of the Israelites Crossing the Red Sea

Week: 5

Duration: 45 minutes

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this lesson, students should be able to:

1. Recall the key events of the story of the Israelites crossing the Red Sea.
2. Identify and discuss five moral lessons from the story.
3. Apply these moral lessons to their own lives.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Reading comprehension
• Critical thinking
• Moral reasoning
• Communication skills

Learning Materials:

• Bible (Exodus 14 Verses 1 to 31)
• Whiteboard and markers
• Visual aids (pictures of the Red Sea, Moses, and the Israelites)
• Fill-in-the-blank question handouts
• Chalk or chalkboard

Content:

Alright, class! Today, we’re diving into a fascinating story from the Bible about the Israelites and their journey through the Red Sea.

Long ago, the Israelites were slaves in Egypt, working very hard. But God wanted to set them free, so He sent Moses to lead them. Pharaoh, the king of Egypt, was stubborn and didn’t want to let them go.

Now, here’s the exciting part. God performed a miracle! Moses stretched his staff over the Red Sea, and the waters parted, creating a dry path through the sea. The Israelites walked across on dry land.

But when Pharaoh’s army chased after them, God closed the sea, and the waters rushed back, defeating the Egyptian army. The Israelites were safe!

Now, let’s talk about the five important lessons from this story:

1. Faith in God: The Israelites had faith in God’s plan, even when things seemed impossible. We should trust in God’s guidance too.
2. Courage: Moses and the Israelites showed great courage when facing a dangerous situation. We can learn to be brave in our own lives.
3. Obeying God: Moses followed God’s instructions, and it led to their safety. Obeying God’s commands is important for us too.
4. God’s Miracles: This story reminds us that God can perform amazing miracles to help us in times of need.
5. Freedom: The Israelites gained freedom from slavery. We should appreciate our freedom and work to ensure others are treated fairly too.

So, remember these lessons, and let the story of the Israelites crossing the Red Sea inspire you to have faith, courage, and obedience in your own life.

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Evaluation

1. Where were the Israelites slaves in __________? a) Egypt b) Canaan c) Babylon d) Greece
2. Who did God send to lead the Israelites out of Egypt? a) Abraham b) David c) Moses d) Joseph
3. What did Moses use to part the Red Sea? a) A sword b) A boat c) A staff d) A crown
4. The Red Sea parted, creating a __________ path. a) Wet b) Rocky c) Dry d) Hilly
5. Who didn’t want to let the Israelites go from Egypt? a) Pharaoh b) Joshua c) Goliath d) Samson
6. What happened when Pharaoh’s army chased after the Israelites? a) The sea turned green b) The sea dried up c) The sea closed back d) The sea became a river
7. The Israelites crossed the Red Sea on __________ land. a) Dry b) Wet c) Sandy d) Muddy
8. Who followed God’s instructions in the story? a) Abraham b) Moses c) Noah d) Jonah
9. The Israelites gained __________ from slavery. a) Freedom b) Gold c) Food d) Houses
10. What did the Israelites need to have in God’s plan? a) Faith b) Fear c) Anger d) Doubt
11. This story reminds us that God can perform __________ miracles. a) Ordinary b) Amazing c) Boring d) Small
12. Who showed great courage in the story? a) Pharaoh b) Moses c) Aaron d) Jacob
13. Obeying God’s __________ is important for us. a) Rules b) Games c) Songs d) Commands
14. The Israelites walked across the Red Sea on __________ land. a) Wet b) Slippery c) Dry d) Hot
15. What should we appreciate and work to ensure others have too? a) Money b) Freedom c) Food d) Clothes

Presentation:

Step 1 – Introduction (5 minutes):

• Greet the students and create a positive learning atmosphere.
• Recap the previous lesson briefly.
• Introduce the topic: “Today, we will learn about the exciting story of the Israelites crossing the Red Sea.”

Step 2 – Story Presentation (15 minutes):

• Read aloud and explain the story of the Israelites crossing the Red Sea from the Bible (Exodus 14).
• Use visual aids to illustrate key points and engage students’ visual memory.
• Encourage students to ask questions for better understanding.

Step 3 – Discussion of Moral Lessons (10 minutes):

• Engage the students in a group discussion.
• Ask questions like, “What lessons can we learn from this story?” and “How can we apply these lessons in our lives?”
• List down the five moral lessons on the board.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Reading and explaining the story.
• Using visual aids to enhance understanding.
• Facilitating the discussion on moral lessons.

Learners Activities:

• Listening attentively to the story.
• Asking questions and participating in discussions.
• Reflecting on the moral lessons.

Evaluation and Assessment (5 minutes):

• Distribute the fill-in-the-blank question handouts.
• Ask students to complete the questions individually.
• Collect and review the answers.

Conclusion (5 minutes):

• Summarize the key points of the lesson.
• Reinforce the five moral lessons from the story.
• Encourage students to think about how they can apply these lessons in their daily lives.

In this lesson, we explored a powerful story from the Bible and extracted important moral lessons. Remember to always trust in God, be brave, obey His commands, appreciate freedom, and treat others fairly. These lessons will guide us in our Christian journey.