God is the Giver of Law Christian Religious Studies Primary 4 First Term Lesson Notes Week 8

Lesson Plan Presentation

Subject: Christian Religious Studies
Class: Primary 4
Term: First Term
Week: 8
Age: 8 years
Topic: God is the Giver of Law
Sub-topic: Understanding Law and Its Purpose
Duration: 60 minutes

Behavioral Objectives:

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

1. Explain the term “Law.”
2. Discuss the difference between law, rules, and regulations.
3. Give reasons why the law was given.

Keywords:

• Law
• Rules
• Regulations
• Authority
• Purpose

Set Induction:

Begin by asking pupils if they have ever been told to follow a rule at home or in school. Discuss why these rules are important and what might happen if they were not followed.

Entry Behavior:

Pupils have basic knowledge of rules and regulations from their daily life, but may not fully understand the concept of law and its divine origin.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Bible
• Visual aids illustrating laws and rules
• Examples of laws in the Bible (e.g., The Ten Commandments)

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Review the previous lesson about God’s purpose and calling, and introduce the concept that God also gives us laws to guide us.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Critical thinking
• Reflection
• Communication

Learning Materials:

• Visual aids (illustrations showing the difference between law, rules, and regulations)
• Bible verses (e.g., Exodus 20:1-17)

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• The Bible

Instructional Materials:

• Bible
• Visuals (illustrations of laws and their impact)

Content:

1. Explanation of Law:
   • Definition: A law is a system of rules that are created and enforced by a governing authority to regulate behavior.
   • Divine Origin: In the Bible, laws are given by God to guide His people in living righteously.
2. Difference Between Law, Rules, and Regulations:
   • Law vs. Rules: Laws are official guidelines set by authorities, while rules can be informal and set by any group or individual.
   • Law vs. Regulations: Regulations are specific instructions under the law, often detailing how the law should be followed.
3. Reasons Why the Law Was Given:
   • To Guide Behavior: Laws help guide people on how to live in a way that pleases God.
   • To Maintain Order: Laws ensure that there is order and fairness in society.
   • To Protect: Laws protect the rights and well-being of individuals.
   • To Reflect God’s Will: The laws given by God reflect His will for how we should live.

Evaluation

1. A law is a system of ____ that guide behavior. (a) rules (b) suggestions (c) complaints) (Correct Answer: a)
2. Laws are given by ____. (a) people (b) teachers (c) God) (Correct Answer: c)
3. The ____ Commandments are examples of God’s laws. (a) Seven (b) Ten (c) Five) (Correct Answer: b)
4. Laws help to maintain ____ in society. (a) chaos (b) disorder (c) order) (Correct Answer: c)
5. Laws ____ the rights of individuals. (a) ignore (b) protect (c) harm) (Correct Answer: b)
6. Rules are often set by ____ or groups. (a) individuals (b) animals (c) plants) (Correct Answer: a)
7. God’s laws reflect His ____. (a) anger (b) will (c) weakness) (Correct Answer: b)
8. Regulations provide specific ____ on how to follow a law. (a) instructions (b) complaints (c) ignorance) (Correct Answer: a)
9. God gave laws to help us live ____. (a) selfishly (b) wickedly (c) righteously) (Correct Answer: c)
10. One reason for the law is to ____ behavior. (a) destroy (b) guide (c) ignore) (Correct Answer: b)

Class Activity Discussion :

1. What is a law?
   • A law is a system of rules created by an authority to regulate behavior.
2. Who gives us laws according to the Bible?
   • According to the Bible, God gives us laws.
3. What is the difference between a law and a rule?
   • A law is official and enforced by authorities, while a rule can be informal and set by anyone.
4. Why did God give us laws?
   • God gave us laws to guide our behavior, maintain order, protect us, and reflect His will.
5. What is an example of a law given by God?
   • An example of a law given by God is the Ten Commandments.
6. How do regulations relate to laws?
   • Regulations provide specific instructions on how to follow a law.
7. Why is it important to follow laws?
   • It is important to follow laws to ensure fairness, protect rights, and live in a way that pleases God.
8. Can rules be changed easily like laws?
   • Rules can often be changed more easily than laws.
9. How do laws help maintain order?
   • Laws set guidelines that people must follow, which helps prevent chaos and ensures fairness.
10. What happens when laws are not followed?
    • When laws are not followed, it can lead to disorder, injustice, and punishment.

Presentation:

• Step 1: Revising the previous topic (Review God’s purpose and calling, introducing the concept of laws).
• Step 2: Introducing the new topic (Discussing what laws are, who gives them, and why they are important).
• Step 3: Allowing pupils to contribute and correcting them as necessary (Encourage pupils to share examples of rules they follow and discuss the importance of laws).

Teacher’s Activities:

• Explain the term “Law” and its importance in guiding behavior.
• Discuss the difference between law, rules, and regulations using examples.
• Highlight the reasons why laws were given, particularly by God.

Learners’ Activities:

• Listen and participate in discussions about laws and their purpose.
• Share examples of rules they follow and reflect on why they are important.
• Discuss how laws help maintain order and protect people.

Assessment:

• Pupils will be asked to explain what a law is and why it is important.
• They will discuss the difference between law and rules.
• They will mention reasons why laws were given by God.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What is a law?
2. How is a law different from a rule?
3. Why did God give us laws?
4. What is the purpose of a law?
5. Can you give an example of a law in the Bible?

Conclusion:

• Summarize the lesson by emphasizing that laws are important for guiding behavior, maintaining order, and protecting people. God, as the ultimate authority, gave us laws to help us live righteously and in accordance with His will.

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