Brief history of Prophet Adam (AS) Islamic Religious Studies Primary 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 8

Detailed Lesson Plan for Islamic Religious Studies – Primary 2 First Term, Week 8

Subject: Islamic Religious Studies
Class: Primary 2
Term: First Term
Week: 8
Age: 7 years
Topic: Brief History of Prophet Adam (AS)
Sub-topic: Creation, Test with Angels, Lessons
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Narrate the history of the creation of Prophet Adam (AS).
2. Examine the test that occurred between Prophet Adam (AS) and the Angels.
3. Discuss the lessons learned from the life of Prophet Adam (AS).

Keywords: Prophet Adam, Creation, Test, Lessons

Set Induction:
The teacher will start the lesson with a storytelling approach, engaging the pupils in imagining the creation of the first human, Prophet Adam (AS).

Entry Behaviour:
Pupils have basic knowledge about some Prophets and their stories.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Story books about Prophet Adam (AS)
• Visual aids (pictures or diagrams depicting the creation of Adam)
• Worksheets for discussion

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge:
The teacher will connect the lesson to previous discussions about Prophets by asking pupils about what they know about the first human, Prophet Adam (AS).

Embedded Core Skills:

• Listening skills
• Storytelling
• Moral reasoning

Learning Materials:

• Story books
• Visual aids
• Worksheets

Reference Books:
Lagos State Scheme of Work for Primary 2

Instructional Materials:

• Story books
• Visual aids (pictures or diagrams)

Content:

1. Creation of Prophet Adam (AS)
   • Allah’s creation of Adam from clay.
   • The process of breathing life into Adam.
   • Adam being the first human and the father of mankind.
2. Test with the Angels
   • Allah’s command for the Angels to prostrate to Adam.
   • Iblis (Satan)’s refusal and the reasons behind it.
   • Adam’s acceptance of Allah’s command and his distinction as a Khalifa (representative) on Earth.
3. Lessons from the Life of Prophet Adam (AS)
   • Obedience to Allah’s commands.
   • The consequences of disobedience (refusal of Iblis).
   • The importance of humility and respect towards Allah’s creations.

Discussion Points:

1. Creation of Prophet Adam (AS)
   • How did Allah create Prophet Adam (AS)?
   • What materials did Allah use to create Adam?
   • Why is Adam considered the first human?
2. Test with the Angels
   • Why did Allah command the Angels to prostrate to Adam?
   • What was Iblis’s reason for refusing to prostrate?
   • How did Adam respond to Allah’s command?
3. Lessons from the Life of Prophet Adam (AS)
   • What can we learn from Adam’s obedience to Allah?
   • Why is it important to follow Allah’s commands?
   • How can we apply Adam’s story to our own lives?

Presentation:

Step 1:
The teacher introduces the story of Prophet Adam (AS) by narrating how Allah created Adam from clay and breathed life into him.

Step 2:
The teacher explains the test that occurred between Adam and the Angels, emphasizing Allah’s command and Iblis’s refusal.

Step 3:
The teacher discusses the lessons learned from Prophet Adam’s life, such as obedience, humility, and respect.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Narrating the story of Prophet Adam (AS)
• Facilitating discussions on the test with the Angels
• Encouraging pupils to reflect on the lessons from Adam’s life

Learners’ Activities:

• Listening to the teacher’s narration
• Participating in discussions about the test with the Angels
• Reflecting on the lessons and discussing their understanding

Assessment:

• Oral participation in discussions
• Worksheet with comprehension questions about Prophet Adam’s story

Conclusion:
The teacher concludes by summarizing the key points of the lesson and asking pupils to reflect on what they have learned about Prophet Adam (AS).