The Fall of Man Understanding Disobedience and Punishment Christian Religious Studies Primary 2 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 5
Subject: Christian Religious Studies
Class: Primary 2
Term: Third Term
Week: Week 5
Topic: The Fall of Man
Sub-topic: Understanding Disobedience and Punishment
Duration: 45 minutes
Behavioural Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
- Define the terms “disobedience” and “punishment.”
- Explain the disobedience of Adam and Eve.
- Discuss the punishment God gave to Adam, Eve, and the Serpent.
Key Words: Disobedience, Punishment, Adam, Eve, Serpent, Fall of Man
Entry Behaviour:
Ask students if they know what “disobedience” and “punishment” mean, and if they have heard about the story of Adam and Eve.
Learning Resources and Materials:
- Bible storybooks with simplified explanations of the fall of man
- Pictures or illustrations depicting Adam, Eve, and the serpent (optional)
- Whiteboard and markers
Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge:
Remind students of any previous lessons about God’s creation and introduce the concept of disobedience and punishment in the story of Adam and Eve.
Embedded Core Skills:
Listening, Speaking, Storytelling, Critical Thinking
Learning Materials:
Lagos State Scheme of Work for Christian Religious Studies, reference books with simplified explanations of the fall of man
Instructional Materials:
Content:
The Fall of Man
- Define the following terms: a) Disobedience: Disobedience means not doing what you are told to do. 😞 b) Punishment: Punishment is what happens when you do something wrong and there are consequences for your actions. ⚖️
- Explain the disobedience of Adam and Eve:
- Adam and Eve disobeyed God by eating fruit from the tree God told them not to eat from. 🍎🌳
- Discuss the punishment God gave to Adam, Eve, and the Serpent:
- God punished Adam by making it hard for him to grow food and work. 😓
- Eve was punished by having pain when she has babies. 👶😢
- The serpent was punished by having to crawl on its belly. 🐍
Evaluation :
- Disobedience means not doing what you are _______ to do. a) told b) asked c) given d) shown
- Punishment is what happens when you do something wrong and there are _______ for your actions. a) rewards b) consequences c) gifts d) surprises
- Adam and Eve disobeyed God by eating fruit from the _______ tree. a) special b) forbidden c) tasty d) big
- God punished Adam by making it hard for him to grow food and _______. a) sleep b) play c) work d) eat
- Eve was punished by having _______ when she has babies. a) joy b) pain c) laughter d) comfort
- The serpent was punished by having to crawl on its _______. a) feet b) tail c) belly d) back
- Disobedience means doing what you are _______ to do. a) told b) asked c) given d) shown
- Punishment is what happens when you do something wrong and there are _______ for your actions. a) rewards b) consequences c) gifts d) surprises
- Adam and Eve disobeyed God by eating fruit from the _______ tree. a) special b) forbidden c) tasty d) big
- God punished Adam by making it hard for him to grow food and _______. a) sleep b) play c) work d) eat
- Eve was punished by having _______ when she has babies. a) joy b) pain c) laughter d) comfort
- The serpent was punished by having to crawl on its _______. a) feet b) tail c) belly d) back
- Disobedience means not doing what you are _______ to do. a) told b) asked c) given d) shown
- Punishment is what happens when you do something wrong and there are _______ for your actions. a) rewards b) consequences c) gifts d) surprises
- Adam and Eve disobeyed God by eating fruit from the _______ tree. a) special b) forbidden c) tasty d) big
Class Activity Discussion
- What is disobedience? Answer: Disobedience means not doing what you are told to do.
- What is punishment? Answer: Punishment is what happens when you do something wrong and there are consequences for your actions.
- How did Adam and Eve disobey God? Answer: Adam and Eve disobeyed God by eating fruit from the tree God told them not to eat from.
- What happened because of Adam and Eve’s disobedience? Answer: Because of their disobedience, they had to face punishment from God.
- What punishment did God give to Adam? Answer: God punished Adam by making it hard for him to grow food and work.
- How was Eve punished for her disobedience? Answer: Eve was punished by having pain when she has babies.
- What punishment did God give to the serpent? Answer: The serpent was punished by having to crawl on its belly.
- What happens when someone disobeys? Answer: When someone disobeys, they may face consequences or punishment for their actions.
- Why is disobedience wrong? Answer: Disobedience is wrong because it goes against what God wants us to do, and it can lead to problems and unhappiness.
- Did Adam and Eve know they were disobeying God? Answer: Yes, Adam and Eve knew they were not supposed to eat from the forbidden tree, but they did it anyway.
- How did Adam and Eve feel after disobeying God? Answer: After disobeying God, Adam and Eve felt ashamed and afraid.
- Did God still love Adam and Eve after they disobeyed? Answer: Yes, God still loved Adam and Eve even though they disobeyed him.
- Can we learn anything from the story of Adam and Eve’s disobedience? Answer: Yes, we can learn that it’s important to obey God’s rules and listen to what he tells us.
- What can happen if we disobey God? Answer: If we disobey God, we may face consequences or punishment, but he still loves us and forgives us when we ask for forgiveness.
- How can we avoid disobeying God? Answer: We can avoid disobeying God by listening to his teachings, praying, and asking for his help to make good choices.
Presentation
Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic which was:
Recap the previous lessons about creation, disobedience, and punishment, and ask students to recall what they have learned so far. The Fall of Man Understanding Creation and the Story of Adam and Eve Christian Religious Studies Primary 2 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 4
Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic:
Explain to students that today they will learn about the fall of man, focusing on the disobedience of Adam and Eve and the punishment they received from God.
Step 3: The teacher allows the pupils to give their own contributions and corrects the pupils when and where necessary:
- Define the term “disobedience”: “Disobedience means not doing what you are told to do.”
- Define the term “punishment”: “Punishment is what happens when you do something wrong and there are consequences for your actions.”
- Explain the disobedience of Adam and Eve: “Adam and Eve disobeyed God by eating fruit from the tree God told them not to eat from.”
- Discuss the punishment God gave to Adam, Eve, and the Serpent: “God punished Adam by making it hard for him to grow food and work. Eve was punished by having pain when she has babies. The serpent was punished by having to crawl on its belly.”
Teacher’s Activities:
- Guide the discussion by asking questions like: “What does disobedience mean?” or “Why do you think God punished Adam, Eve, and the serpent?”
- Correct any misunderstandings gently and encourage students to participate.
Learners Activities:
- Listen attentively to the teacher’s explanations and the storytelling.
- Share their thoughts and feelings about disobedience, punishment, and the story of Adam and Eve.
Assessment:
Observe students’ participation and understanding during the discussion and storytelling.
Evaluation Questions:
- What is disobedience?
- What is punishment?
- How did Adam and Eve disobey God?
- What happened because of Adam and Eve’s disobedience?
- How was Adam punished for his disobedience?
- How was Eve punished for her disobedience?
- How was the serpent punished for its role in the disobedience?
- Why is disobedience wrong?
- Can you name a consequence of disobedience?
- What can we learn from the story of Adam and Eve’s disobedience?
Conclusion:
The teacher goes around to mark students’ participation and understanding. Provide feedback and encourage students to remember the lessons about disobedience, punishment, and the story of Adam and Eve.