Prayer: Meaning and things to do when praying like kneeling down, closing our eyes, putting our hands together, etc. Primary 1 Christian Religious Studies
Lesson Plan Presentation
Subject: Christian Religious Studies
Class: Primary 1
Term: Second Term
Week: 5
Topic: Prayer: Meaning and Things to Do When Praying
Sub-topic: Understanding the Meaning of Prayer, Actions During Prayer
Duration: 30 minutes
Entry Behaviour:
- Ask students to share one thing they are thankful for.
Key Words:
- Prayer, meaning, kneeling down, closing eyes, putting hands together.
Behavioural Objectives:
- By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
- Explain the meaning of prayer in simple terms.
- Demonstrate actions like kneeling down, closing eyes, and putting hands together during prayer.
Embedded Core Skills:
- Communication and physical coordination.
Learning Materials:
- Pictures of children praying, illustrations of actions during prayer.
Content
Prayer in Christian Religious Studies, Primary 1
- Prayer Meaning 🙏:
- Prayer is talking to God. It’s like having a special conversation with our best friend.
- Kneeling Down 🧎:
- When we pray, we can kneel down on our knees, showing respect to God.
- Example: Like saying, “God, you are important to me.”
- Closing Our Eyes 👀:
- We close our eyes to help us concentrate and feel closer to God.
- Example: It’s like having a quiet moment with God.
- Putting Our Hands Together 🤲:
- We put our hands together as a sign of asking and thanking God.
- Example: Just like saying, “God, please help me.”
- Saying Thank You 🙌:
- Prayer is also about saying thank you to God for all the good things.
- Example: “Thank you, God, for my family and friends.”
- Asking for Help 🆘:
- We can ask God for help when we are sad, scared, or need guidance.
- Example: “God, please help me be brave.”
- Being Grateful 💖:
- Prayer helps us be grateful for the people and things we have.
- Example: “Thank you, God, for my school and teachers.”
- Being Quiet 🤫:
- When we pray, it’s good to be quiet, so we can hear God in our hearts.
- Example: Like having a calm and peaceful moment.
Remember, praying is like talking to a friend who loves us a lot! 🌟
- Prayer is like having a special conversation with our _______. a) Teacher b) Best friend c) Family d) Toy
- When we pray, we can show respect to God by _______ down. a) Sitting b) Standing c) Kneeling d) Jumping
- Closing our eyes during prayer helps us feel closer to _______. a) Friends b) Teachers c) God d) Family
- Putting our hands together in prayer is a sign of asking and _______. a) Sleeping b) Playing c) Thanking d) Eating
- Prayer is also about saying _______ to God for all the good things. a) Sorry b) Hello c) Thank you d) Goodbye
- When we pray, we can ask God for _______ when we are sad or scared. a) Candy b) Help c) Toys d) Food
- Prayer helps us be _______ for the people and things we have. a) Angry b) Sad c) Grateful d) Sleepy
- It’s good to be _______ when we pray to hear God in our hearts. a) Loud b) Quiet c) Happy d) Busy
- Prayer is like talking to a friend who loves us a _______. a) Little b) Lot c) None d) A bit
- When we kneel down in prayer, we show _______ to God. a) Disrespect b) Love c) Anger d) Ignorance
- Closing our eyes during prayer helps us to _______ and concentrate. a) Play b) Sleep c) Listen d) Talk loudly
- Putting our hands together in prayer is a way of asking and being _______. a) Sad b) Grateful c) Angry d) Bored
- Saying thank you during prayer is a way of showing _______ to God. a) Ignorance b) Disrespect c) Gratitude d) Hatred
- When we ask God for help during prayer, it’s like saying, “Please, God, be _______.” a) Quiet b) Happy c) Brave d) Kind
- Prayer helps us have a calm and _______ moment with God. a) Noisy b) Peaceful c) Busy d) Angry
Presentation:
- Introduction (5 mins):
- Greet the students warmly and ask each to share one thing they are thankful for.
- Revise the previous topic with the pupils which was Why We Should Praise God
- Briefly review the previous lesson on why we pray.
- Revision of Previous Topic (5 mins):
- Ask students what they remember about the last lesson on why we pray.
- Encourage them to share experiences of saying thank you or asking for help.
- Introduction of New Topic (5 mins):
- Introduce the new topic: Understanding the Meaning of Prayer and Actions During Prayer.
- Define prayer as talking to God, our best friend.
- Teacher’s Activities (5 mins):
- Display pictures of children praying, showing different actions.
- Explain the meaning of prayer in simple terms, using relatable examples.
- Demonstrate actions during prayer like kneeling down, closing eyes, and putting hands together.
- Learners’ Activities (5 mins):
- Encourage students to mimic the actions demonstrated.
- Have a practice session where students kneel down, close their eyes, and put hands together.
- Use simple language to explain why each action is significant during prayer.
- Assessment (3 mins):
- Ask students to share what they learned about the meaning of prayer.
- Evaluate their ability to demonstrate actions during prayer.
- Use observation to assess participation and understanding.
Evaluation :
- What is prayer?
- Can you define prayer in simple words?
- Why do we close our eyes during prayer?
- What do we show when we put our hands together in prayer?
- Why is kneeling down a respectful action during prayer?
- When might you say a prayer in your life?
- Demonstrate the action of closing your eyes during prayer.
- Show the action of putting your hands together in prayer.
- Why do we need to understand the meaning of prayer?
- How do actions like kneeling down, closing eyes, and putting hands together make you feel during prayer?
Conclusion:
- The teacher goes around to mark and provide individual feedback.
- Reinforce the idea that prayer is a special way of talking to our best friend, God.
Note: Keep the language simple, use visuals, and ensure activities are engaging for the students’ age group. Adjust the pace based on the class’s understanding.