The Presentation In The Temple Christian Religious Studies Primary 2
Lesson Plan
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Subject: Christian Religious Studies
Class: Primary 2
Term: Second Term
Week: 5
Age: 7 years
Topic: The Presentation in the Temple
Sub-topic: The Presentation of Baby Jesus in the Temple
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioral Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Explain the presentation of baby Jesus in the temple.
- Identify key people involved in the event.
- Discuss the significance of the presentation.
Keywords
- Temple
- Simeon
- Anna
- Presentation
- Baby Jesus
Set Induction
The teacher shows a picture of a temple and asks, “What do people do in a temple or church?”
Entry Behaviour
Pupils are familiar with the idea of attending church or worship centers.
Learning Resources and Materials
- Picture of a temple
- Flashcards with names: Simeon, Anna
- Bible storybook
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge
The teacher explains that Mary and Joseph obeyed Jewish customs by presenting Jesus in the temple.
Embedded Core Skills
- Listening
- Comprehension
- Observation
Learning Materials
- Picture charts of the temple, Simeon, and Anna
- Bible storybook
- Flashcards
Reference Books
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- The Bible (Luke 2:22–38)
Instructional Materials
- Illustrated Bible storybook
- Charts showing temple activities
Content
The Presentation in the Temple
- What Happened at the Temple:
- Mary and Joseph took baby Jesus to the temple in Jerusalem.
- This was done to dedicate Jesus to God according to Jewish law.
- Key People in the Temple:
- Simeon: A man who had been promised by God that he would see the Messiah before he died.
- Anna: A prophetess who also praised God for Jesus.
- Significance of the Event:
- It showed Jesus was special and sent by God.
- Simeon and Anna recognized Jesus as the Savior.
- It was an act of obedience by Mary and Joseph.
Examples of Presentation in the Bible
- Baby Samuel was dedicated in the temple by his mother, Hannah.
- Jesus was presented in the temple by Mary and Joseph.
- Simeon and Anna gave thanks to God for Jesus.
- Jewish families often brought their firstborn to God.
- The temple was a holy place for dedication and prayer.
Presentation Steps
Step 1: Teacher Revises the Previous Topic
The teacher reminds pupils of “The Early Life of Jesus: Angel’s Message and Wise Men’s Gifts.”
Step 2: Teacher Introduces the New Topic
The teacher says, “Today, we will learn about how baby Jesus was presented in the temple and the people who were there.”
Step 3: Teacher Explains the Presentation in the Temple
The teacher narrates the story using visuals and emphasizes the role of Simeon and Anna.
Step 4: Teacher Discusses the Significance of the Event
The teacher explains why the presentation was an important act of dedication.
Teacher’s Activities
- Narrate the story using a Bible storybook and visuals.
- Ask pupils to identify the characters in the story.
- Explain the significance of presenting Jesus in the temple.
Learners’ Activities
- Listen to the story.
- Identify Simeon and Anna from the flashcards.
- Discuss the importance of dedicating Jesus.
Class Activity Discussion
10 FAQs with Answers
- Why did Mary and Joseph go to the temple?
- Answer: To dedicate Jesus to God.
- Who was Simeon?
- Answer: A man who was promised by God to see Jesus before he died.
- What did Simeon call Jesus?
- Answer: The Savior of the world.
- Who was Anna?
- Answer: A prophetess who thanked God for Jesus.
- What does the word “presentation” mean?
- Answer: To dedicate or show something to God.
- Why was Jesus presented in the temple?
- Answer: It was the Jewish custom to dedicate firstborns to God.
- What did Simeon do when he saw Jesus?
- Answer: He praised God and blessed Jesus.
- What did Anna do in the temple?
- Answer: She gave thanks to God and spoke about Jesus.
- Why is dedication important?
- Answer: It shows obedience to God.
- What does this story teach us?
- Answer: To obey God and thank Him for His blessings.
Evaluation Questions
10 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions with Options
- Mary and Joseph presented Jesus in the _____.
- a) Church
- b) Temple
- c) Palace
- d) House
(Correct answer: b)
- Simeon called Jesus the _____.
- a) King of kings
- b) Savior of the world
- c) Son of Joseph
- d) Prince of peace
(Correct answer: b)
- Anna was a _____.
- a) Prophetess
- b) Farmer
- c) Teacher
- d) Angel
(Correct answer: a)
- The temple was located in _____.
- a) Bethlehem
- b) Jerusalem
- c) Nazareth
- d) Galilee
(Correct answer: b)
- Dedication means to _____.
- a) Celebrate
- b) Pray
- c) Give thanks
- d) Present something to God
(Correct answer: d)
Assessment
Short Answer Questions
- Why did Mary and Joseph take Jesus to the temple?
- Who was Simeon?
- What did Anna do in the temple?
- What is the meaning of presentation?
- Why is Jesus’ presentation important to Christians?
- Where was the temple located?
- Who did God promise to see Jesus before he died?
- What did Simeon call Jesus?
- Who praised God for Jesus in the temple?
- What lesson does the presentation teach us?
Conclusion
The teacher moves around, marking pupils’ work and giving feedback. The story’s key lessons are summarized to reinforce understanding.
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