Entry into the promise land Christian Religious Studies Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 8
Subject: Christian Religious Studies
Class: Primary 3
Topic: Entry into the Promise Land
Time: 40 minutes
Week: Week 8
Term: First Term
Previous Knowledge: Students should have a basic understanding of Bible stories and the concept of the Promise Land.
Set Induction: (5 minutes)
- Begin the class by asking the students if they have heard about the Promise Land.
- Share a brief story about a journey to a special place.
Behavioural Objectives: (5 minutes) By the end of this lesson, students should be able to:
- Explain what the Promise Land is in simple terms.
- Identify the key characters in the story.
- Describe the journey to the Promise Land.
- Discuss the importance of the Promise Land in the Bible.
Embedded Core Skills: (5 minutes)
- Storytelling
- Comprehension
- Critical thinking
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Learning Materials: (5 minutes)
- Bible storybook with the story of the Promise Land
- Visual aids (pictures of the journey)
Reference Books: (5 minutes)
- Primary 3 Christian Religious Studies textbook
- Joshua 1:3 (New International Version): “Every place that the sole of your foot will tread upon I have given to you, just as I promised to Moses.”
Instructional Materials: (5 minutes)
- Pictures depicting the journey to the Promise Land
- Storytelling props (if available)
Content: (5 minutes)
- Introduction to the concept of the Promise Land.
- Identification of key characters like Moses and Joshua.
- Description of the journey from Egypt to the Promise Land.
- Discussion of the importance of the Promise Land in the Bible.
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Introduction to the Concept of the Promise Land:
- The Promise Land is a special place in the Bible.
- It’s like a wonderful, happy place where good things happen.
Identification of Key Characters like Moses and Joshua:
- Moses and Joshua are like the heroes in this story.
- Moses helped the people start their journey, and Joshua continued it.
Explain How Joshua Succeeded Moses:
- When Moses couldn’t finish the journey, Joshua took over.
- Joshua was a strong leader and helped the people reach the Promise Land.
Description of the Journey from Egypt to the Promise Land:
- The journey was like a big adventure.
- People had to travel a long way and face challenges, but they didn’t give up.
Discussion of the Importance of the Promise Land in the Bible:
- The Promise Land is special because it’s a place full of hope.
- It’s like a place where dreams come true, and it shows us that good things happen when we trust in God.
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Evaluation:
- The Promise Land is a special place in the __________. a) supermarket b) park c) Bible d) movie
- In the story, two key characters are __________ and Joshua. a) Mickey Mouse b) Moses c) Spider-Man d) Cinderella
- When Moses couldn’t finish the journey, __________ took over. a) a magician b) a superhero c) Joshua d) a teacher
- Joshua helped the people reach the Promise Land because he was a __________ leader. a) weak b) strong c) funny d) sleepy
- The journey to the Promise Land was like a big __________. a) adventure b) puzzle c) school d) nap
- People had to travel a long way from __________ to the Promise Land. a) the moon b) Egypt c) a zoo d) the beach
- The journey had __________ and challenges, but they didn’t give up. a) happiness b) laughter c) ups and downs d) magic
- The Promise Land is a place full of __________. a) sadness b) magic c) boredom d) hope
- It’s like a place where __________ come true. a) toys b) dreams c) clouds d) mistakes
- The story shows us that good things happen when we trust in __________. a) ourselves b) the weather c) God d) superheroes
Presentation: (15 minutes)
Step 1: Introduction (5 minutes)
- Explain that the Promise Land is a special place in the Bible.
- Share a simple story about people on a journey.
Step 2: Key Characters (5 minutes)
- Introduce the characters in the story, such as Moses and Joshua.
- Explain their roles in the journey.
Step 3: The Journey (5 minutes)
- Describe the journey from leaving Egypt to reaching the Promise Land.
- Use visual aids to help students understand the journey.
Step 4: Importance (5 minutes)
- Discuss why the Promise Land is important in the Bible.
- Mention its significance in the lives of the people.
Step 5: Discussion (5 minutes)
- Ask students to share what they’ve learned about the Promise Land.
- Encourage questions and answers to ensure understanding.
Teacher’s Activities: (5 minutes)
- Introduce the topic and characters.
- Describe the journey using visuals.
- Explain the importance of the Promise Land.
Learners’ Activities: (5 minutes)
- Listen to the story and descriptions.
- Ask questions and participate actively.
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Evaluation Questions: (5 minutes)
- The topic of today’s lesson is “Entry into the __________.” a) park b) ocean c) Promise Land d) classroom
- In the Bible, the Promise Land is a special __________. a) story b) place c) game d) song
- Key characters in the story include __________ and Joshua. a) Peter b) Moses c) Mary d) David
- The journey to the Promise Land began with leaving __________. a) a birthday party b) Egypt c) a library d) a playground
- The importance of the Promise Land is mentioned in the __________. a) dictionary b) Bible c) newspaper d) phone book
- The Promise Land is a place of __________. a) sadness b) promises c) games d) noise
- The journey from Egypt to the Promise Land was a long and __________ trip. a) quick b) enjoyable c) difficult d) silly
- The characters Moses and Joshua played important roles in the __________. a) school play b) journey c) music concert d) dance party
- The Promise Land is a __________ place in the Bible. a) colorful b) special c) noisy d) boring
- Our lesson today is about a journey to the __________ Land. a) Jungle b) Supermarket c) Promise d) Movie
Conclusion: (5 minutes)
- Summarize the key points of the lesson.
- Reinforce the idea that the Promise Land is a special place in the Bible.
