Things We Must Do As Children of God Christian Religious Studies Primary 1 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 1
Lesson Plan Presentation
Subject: Christian Religious Studies
Class: Primary 1
Term: Second Term
Week: 1
Topic: Things We Must Do As Children of God
Duration: 30 minutes
Age: 6-7 years
Behavioural Objectives
By the end of this lesson, students should be able to:
- List and explain at least five things children of God must do.
- Recognize the importance of love and forgiveness in being children of God.
Key Words
- Children of God
- Pray
- Kindness
- Obey
- Thank you
- Honesty
- Love
- Share
- Respect
- Forgiveness
- Help
- Happiness
- Bravery
Set Induction
Start by singing a short song about God’s love. Ask the students: “What are some things you can do to show love to God?”
Entry Behaviour
Ask students to share one thing they remember about God from the last term.
Learning Resources and Materials
- Pictures depicting kindness, respect, sharing, prayer, and love.
- A simple prayer book.
- Drawing materials (e.g., crayons, paper).
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge
The students have learned about God’s love and how we are His children in the previous term. Now, we will focus on actions that show we are truly children of God.
Embedded Core Skills
- Communication skills (speaking and listening).
- Moral values (teaching respect, kindness, and love).
Learning Materials
- Pictures and flashcards showing children helping others, praying, and showing kindness.
- A prayer book with simple prayers.
Reference Books
- Lagos State Scheme of Work for Christian Religious Studies
- Primary 1 Christian Religious Studies Textbook
Instructional Materials
- Pictures for visual learners.
- Prayer book for guided activities.
- Flashcards for key terms and actions.
Content
Definition & Explanation
Things Children of God Must Do
Being a child of God means we must follow His teachings and live as He wants us to. Here are some things children of God must do:
- Pray: Children of God must pray and talk to God every day.
- Be Kind: Always be kind to others and share with them.
- Obey: Listen to your parents and teachers.
- Say Thank You: Always show gratitude for what you have.
- Love Others: Love everyone, even if they are different from you.
- Forgive: When someone does something wrong to you, forgive them.
- Help Others: Always be ready to help those in need.
- Be Honest: Always tell the truth.
- Respect: Show respect to your parents, teachers, and friends.
- Be Brave: Stand up for what is right, even if it’s difficult.
Examples
- A child prays every morning before going to school.
- A child helps a friend who has dropped their books.
- A child forgives a friend who has made a mistake.
- A child obeys their parents when they are asked to do something.
- A child shows respect by greeting elders politely.
Things We Must Do As Children of God – Christian Religious Studies
- Pray Every Day 🙏:
- Talk to God in the morning and before bed.
- Be Kind to Others 💖:
- Share, help, and be nice to friends and family.
- Listen to Teachers 📚:
- Pay attention in class to learn and grow smart.
- Obey Parents 👨👩👧👦:
- Do what Mom and Dad say; they love and care for you.
- Say Thank You 🙌:
- Show gratitude when someone helps or gives you something.
- Be Honest 🤥❌:
- Always tell the truth; it makes God happy.
- Love Everyone 💗:
- Treat others the way you want to be treated.
- Share Your Toys 🎲:
- Let friends play with your toys; it’s fun!
- Respect Others 🙇♂️🙇♀️:
- Listen and be polite to grown-ups and friends.
- Forgive Others ☺️:
- If someone makes a mistake, forgive and be friends again.
- Help at Home 🏠:
- Assist Mom and Dad with simple chores; it’s a good thing to do.
- Be Thankful for Food 🍽️:
- Thank God for the yummy food you eat every day.
- Be Happy 😄:
- Smile and be cheerful; God loves happy hearts.
- Be Brave 💪:
- Don’t be afraid; God is always with you.
- Love God 🙌❤️:
- Remember, God loves you more than anything.
Great job, little ones! 🌟
- Every day, we should __________ to God. a) Dance b) Pray c) Sing d) Run
- We must be __________ to others. a) Angry b) Kind c) Quiet d) Fast
- In class, we should __________ to our teachers. a) Ignore b) Listen c) Shout d) Sleep
- We must __________ our parents. a) Disobey b) Ignore c) Obey d) Forget
- When someone helps us, we should say __________. a) Goodbye b) Sorry c) Please d) Thank you
- Always tell the __________. a) Jokes b) Lies c) Truth d) Stories
- We should __________ everyone. a) Hate b) Fight c) Love d) Ignore
- It’s nice to __________ toys with friends. a) Hide b) Share c) Break d) Keep
- Always __________ others. a) Disrespect b) Respect c) Ignore d) Hate
- If someone makes a mistake, we should __________. a) Forget b) Remember c) Forgive d) Hate
- At home, we should __________. a) Play b) Sleep c) Help d) Ignore
- Thank God for the __________. a) Rain b) Food c) Toys d) School
- Be __________ and cheerful. a) Sad b) Angry c) Happy d) Tired
- Don’t be afraid; always be __________. a) Brave b) Scared c) Shy d) Lazy
- Always remember, God loves us __________. a) A little b) A lot c) Not at all d) Sometimes
Evaluation Questions
Fill-in-the-Blank Questions
- Children of God must always ________ to God.
a) Dance
b) Pray
c) Sing
d) Eat - We must show ________ to everyone.
a) Anger
b) Love
c) Jealousy
d) Fear - Children of God should always be ________.
a) Brave
b) Afraid
c) Lazy
d) Rude - It is important to say ________ when someone helps you.
a) Goodbye
b) Please
c) Thank you
d) Sorry - When someone makes a mistake, we should ________.
a) Forgive them
b) Ignore them
c) Shout at them
d) Punish them
Class Activity Discussion
FAQs with Answers
- Q: What does it mean to be a child of God?
A: It means following God’s teachings and doing good things like loving others and praying. - Q: Why should we forgive others?
A: Because God forgives us, and He wants us to forgive others too. - Q: How can we show kindness to others?
A: By helping others, sharing with them, and being nice. - Q: What does it mean to be brave?
A: It means standing up for what is right, even if it’s hard.
Teacher’s Activities
- Greet the students and sing a short song about God’s love.
- Introduce the topic by explaining the things children of God must do.
- Show pictures and give examples to make the lesson engaging.
- Ask the students to answer questions and provide corrections as needed.
Learners’ Activities
- Share what they remember about God from the previous term.
- Participate in the class discussion about kindness, love, and forgiveness.
- Answer questions and complete fill-in-the-blank activities.
- Draw or write a list of things they can do to be good children of God.
Assessment (Evaluation)
- What is one thing you can do to show love to others?
- How can you show kindness to your classmates?
- Why is it important to obey your parents?
- What does it mean to be honest?
- Can you think of a time when you forgave someone?
Conclusion
The teacher will walk around the class to mark the students’ work and provide feedback. Remind them that being a child of God means doing good things like loving, helping, and forgiving others.
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