God as Our Father Christian Religious Studies Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 9
Lesson Plan: God is Our Father
Subject: Christian Religious Studies
Class: Primary 1
Term: First Term
Week: 9
Age: 6 years
Topic: God is Our Father
Sub-topic: Our Duties as Children of God and Godโs Role as Our Father
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioural Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Explain what we must do as children of God.
- Identify things God does for us as His children.
- Discuss instances where the Bible refers to God as our Father.
Key Words:
- Children of God
- Father
- Responsibilities
- Bible
Set Induction:
- Begin with a short prayer and sing a song that teaches that God is our Father.
- Show a chart with the lyrics of the song.
Entry Behaviour:
- Pupils have basic knowledge of family structures and parental roles.
Learning Resources and Materials:
- Bible
- Chart with song lyrics
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge:
- Discuss the role of a father and relate it to God being our Father.
Embedded Core Skills:
- Collaboration and communication
- Creativity and imagination
- Leadership and personal development
Learning Materials:
- Visual aids (chart with song lyrics)
- Bible stories
Reference Books:
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- Bible (Genesis 9:1-3; Genesis 2:7-16)
Instructional Materials:
- Chart with song lyrics about God as our Father
- Bible
Content
- Our Duties as Children of God:
- Obey God’s commandments.
- Pray and communicate with God regularly.
- Show love and kindness to others.
- Things God Does for Us as His Children:
- Provides for our needs (food, shelter, and clothing).
- Protects us from harm.
- Guides and teaches us through His word.
- Instances Where the Bible Refers to God as Our Father:
- Genesis 2:7 – God created man.
- Genesis 9:1-3 – God blessed Noah and his sons.
- John 1:12 – We become children of God through faith in Jesus.
Evaluation Questions
- We become children of God through ______ in Jesus. a) work
b) faith
c) play
d) reading - God provides for our ______. a) games
b) needs
c) wants
d) hobbies - Children of God should ______ His commandments. a) disobey
b) ignore
c) obey
d) forget - God is our ______. a) teacher
b) friend
c) father
d) neighbor - The Bible calls us children of God in ______. a) Genesis 2:7
b) Exodus 1:1
c) Leviticus 2:2
d) Numbers 3:3
Class Activity Discussion
- How do we become children of God?
- Through faith in Jesus Christ.
- What are some duties of children of God?
- To obey God’s commandments and show love to others.
- What does God provide for us?
- Food, shelter, clothing, and protection.
- Why is it important to pray?
- To communicate with God and seek His guidance.
- What does Genesis 2:7 teach us?
- That God created man and gave him life.
- How does God protect us?
- By keeping us safe from harm.
- What should we do to show love to others?
- Be kind, helpful, and caring.
- Why does the Bible refer to God as our Father?
- Because He loves us, provides for us, and guides us.
- What can we learn from Genesis 9:1-3?
- That God blesses and takes care of His children.
- How can we obey Godโs commandments?
- By following His teachings and doing what is right.
Presentation
Step 1: Revision
- The teacher revises the previous topic on “Godโs Gift of His Son.”
Step 2: Introduction of New Topic
- The teacher introduces “God is Our Father” by singing a song and showing a chart with the lyrics.
Step 3: Discussion and Contributions
- Pupils in small groups explain what we must do as children of God.
- Each group lists some things God does for us as His children.
- Pupils in pairs state instances where the Bible calls us children of God.
Teacher’s Activities:
- Guide the discussion on our duties as children of God.
- Help pupils identify what God does for us.
- Encourage pupils to share their understanding of Bible references.
Learners’ Activities:
- Participate in small group discussions.
- List things God does for us.
- State Bible instances in pairs.
Assessment
- What must we do as children of God?
- List three things God does for us as His children.
- Mention two Bible verses that refer to God as our Father.
- Why is it important to obey Godโs commandments?
- How does God show His love for us?
Conclusion
- The teacher goes around to mark and provide necessary corrections.
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