Joseph’s Dreams and Moses Leading the Israelites Christian Religious Studies Primary 2 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 10

Exciting Bible Stories: Joseph, Moses, and Miracles

Subject: Christian Religious Studies
Class: Primary 2
Term: Third Term
Week: 10
Topic: Stories of Joseph and Moses
Sub-topic: Joseph’s Dreams and Moses Leading the Israelites
Duration: 45 minutes

Behavioural Objectives:

• Students will be able to narrate the stories of Joseph and Moses.
• Students will understand Joseph’s dreams and their significance.
• Students will explain the events leading to the release of the Israelites from Egypt.
• Students will describe the events of the crossing of the Red Sea.

Key Words: Joseph, Moses, dreams, Egypt, Red Sea, Israelites.

Entry Behaviour:
Students are familiar with the stories of Joseph and Moses from previous lessons.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Bible storybooks
• Pictures of Joseph and Moses
• Visual aids of Joseph’s dreams and the crossing of the Red Sea

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge:
Reviewing the stories of Joseph and Moses from previous lessons and asking students questions to recall what they have learned.

Embedded Core Skills:
Listening, comprehension, storytelling, and drawing.

Content:

1. Introduction (5 minutes):
   • Greet the students and recap the previous lesson briefly.
   • Introduce today’s lesson topic: “Today, we will learn more about the stories of Joseph and Moses, two important people in the Bible.”
2. Storytelling (15 minutes):
   • Narrate the story of Joseph, focusing on his dreams and how they led to his journey from being sold into slavery to becoming a ruler in Egypt.
   • Tell the story of Moses, emphasizing his role in leading the Israelites out of Egypt and across the Red Sea.
3. Discussion (10 minutes):
   • Discuss Joseph’s dreams and their meanings. Encourage students to share their interpretations.
   • Explain the events that led to the release of the Israelites from Egypt, including Moses confronting Pharaoh and the ten plagues.
   • Describe the events of the crossing of the Red Sea, highlighting God’s miraculous intervention.
4. Activity (10 minutes):
   • Divide the class into small groups and provide them with pictures of Joseph’s dreams and the crossing of the Red Sea.
   • Ask each group to discuss the pictures and create a short skit or drawing to depict the scenes.
5. Summary (5 minutes):
   • Summarize the key points of the lesson.
   • Reinforce the importance of faith and obedience in the stories of Joseph and Moses.
   • Preview the next lesson if time allows.
6. i) Narrate the story of Joseph and Moses:
   • Joseph: He was sold into slavery by his brothers but later became a ruler in Egypt.
   • Moses: He was saved from the river and grew up in the palace, then led the Israelites out of Egypt.

   ii) Discuss Joseph’s dreams:

   • Joseph had dreams where his family bowed down to him, which made his brothers jealous.

   iii) Explain the events that led to the release of the Israelites from Egypt:

   • Moses asked Pharaoh to let the Israelites go, but Pharaoh refused.
   • God sent plagues to show His power, and finally, Pharaoh agreed to let them go after the tenth plague.

   iv) Describe the events of the crossing of the Red Sea:

   • Moses led the Israelites to the Red Sea, and God parted it so they could walk through on dry land.
   • When the Egyptians pursued them, the sea closed back, drowning the Egyptians but saving the Israelites. 🌊✡️
7. Evaluation :
   1. Joseph and Moses are important characters in _____. a) Bible b) Quran c) History book d) Comic book
   2. Joseph was sold into ____ by his brothers. a) slavery b) royalty c) freedom d) captivity
   3. Moses grew up in the _____. a) palace b) desert c) cave d) forest
   4. Joseph had dreams where his family _____. a) bowed down to him b) fought with him c) laughed at him d) ignored him
   5. The events that led to the release of the Israelites from Egypt involved ____. a) plagues b) parties c) celebrations d) picnics
   6. Moses asked Pharaoh to ____ the Israelites. a) let go b) keep c) punish d) sell
   7. God sent ____ to show His power. a) plagues b) rainbows c) flowers d) birds
   8. Pharaoh agreed to let the Israelites go after the ____ plague. a) tenth b) first c) fifth d) second
   9. The crossing of the Red Sea involved _____. a) Moses b) Joshua c) David d) Solomon
   10. God parted the Red Sea so the Israelites could walk through on ____ land. a) dry b) wet c) muddy d) rocky
   11. When the Egyptians pursued them, the sea _____. a) closed back b) turned green c) disappeared d) opened wider
   12. The Israelites were ____ but the Egyptians drowned. a) saved b) rescued c) lost d) found
   13. The story of Joseph and Moses teaches us about ____ and _____. a) faith, obedience b) honesty, kindness c) bravery, strength d) love, friendship
   14. The crossing of the Red Sea shows us that ____ can perform miracles. a) God b) Pharaoh c) Moses d) Joseph
   15. The events of Joseph and Moses remind us to ____ and trust in God. a) obey b) disobey c) doubt d) fear
8. Class Activity Discussion :
   1. Question: What are the stories of Joseph and Moses? Answer: Joseph was sold into slavery by his brothers but later became a ruler in Egypt. Moses was saved from the river and grew up in the palace, then led the Israelites out of Egypt.
   2. Question: What were Joseph’s dreams about? Answer: Joseph dreamed that his family would bow down to him, which made his brothers jealous.
   3. Question: How did the Israelites get released from Egypt? Answer: Moses asked Pharaoh to let the Israelites go, but Pharaoh refused. God sent plagues to show His power, and finally, Pharaoh agreed to let them go after the tenth plague.
   4. Question: What happened during the crossing of the Red Sea? Answer: Moses led the Israelites to the Red Sea, and God parted it so they could walk through on dry land. When the Egyptians pursued them, the sea closed back, drowning the Egyptians but saving the Israelites.
   5. Question: Who was Joseph? Answer: Joseph was one of the sons of Jacob, known for his colorful coat and his ability to interpret dreams.
   6. Question: What did Joseph’s brothers do to him? Answer: Joseph’s brothers sold him into slavery because they were jealous of him.
   7. Question: How did Moses become a leader? Answer: Moses was saved as a baby and raised in the palace. Later, God chose him to lead the Israelites out of Egypt.
   8. Question: Why did Pharaoh finally agree to let the Israelites go? Answer: Pharaoh agreed after God sent ten plagues, including frogs, locusts, and darkness, to show His power.
   9. Question: What miracle happened during the crossing of the Red Sea? Answer: God parted the Red Sea so the Israelites could walk through on dry land, and then closed it to drown the pursuing Egyptian army.
   10. Question: What lessons can we learn from Joseph and Moses? Answer: We can learn about obedience to God, faith in His promises, and the importance of trusting in Him even in difficult times.
   11. Question: Why were Joseph’s brothers jealous of him? Answer: They were jealous because their father favored Joseph and gave him a special coat.
   12. Question: What did Joseph’s dreams predict? Answer: They predicted that his family would bow down to him, symbolizing his future leadership and authority.
   13. Question: What did Moses ask Pharaoh to do? Answer: Moses asked Pharaoh to let the Israelites go free from slavery in Egypt.
   14. Question: How did God show His power to Pharaoh? Answer: God sent ten plagues, including turning the Nile River to blood, sending frogs, and bringing darkness over the land.
   15. Question: What happened to the Egyptians when they tried to cross the Red Sea? Answer: The sea closed back over them, drowning them and saving the Israelites.

Presentation:

• Use engaging storytelling techniques, such as using different voices for characters and incorporating visual aids.
• Encourage student participation by asking questions and allowing them to share their thoughts and interpretations.
• Use simple language and repeat key points to ensure understanding.

Step 1: Review the previous lesson on the birth of Jacob and connect it to today’s topic. Jacob’s Journey: Birth, Trickery, Dream, and Blessings Christian Religious Studies Primary 2 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 9

Step 2: Introduce the stories of Joseph and Moses, emphasizing their significance in the Bible.

Step 3: Allow students to share what they know about Joseph and Moses, correcting any misconceptions.

Step 4: Present the stories of Joseph and Moses using visuals and interactive storytelling methods.

Step 5: Engage students in discussions about the lessons learned from these stories and their relevance to their lives.

Step 6: Assess students’ understanding through observation during activities and discussions.

Step 7: Conclude the lesson by summarizing key points and encouraging students to reflect on the lessons from Joseph and Moses’ stories.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Storytelling
• Facilitating discussions
• Guiding group activities
• Providing feedback and corrections

Learners’ Activities:

• Listening attentively
• Participating in discussions
• Working collaboratively in groups
• Creating skits or drawings

Assessment:
Observation during discussions and group activities, assessing students’ understanding of the stories and their ability to apply the lessons learned.

Evaluation Questions:

1. Who was Joseph, and what were his dreams about?
2. How did Joseph’s dreams affect his life?
3. Why did Moses lead the Israelites out of Egypt?
4. What were the ten plagues sent to Egypt?
5. How did God help the Israelites cross the Red Sea?
6. What lessons can we learn from Joseph’s story?
7. What lessons can we learn from Moses’ story?
8. Why is it important to trust in God’s plans?
9. How can we show obedience to God like Joseph and Moses?
10. How do you think Joseph and Moses felt when they faced challenges?

Conclusion:
In conclusion, this lesson provides students with a deeper understanding of the stories of Joseph and Moses and the lessons they teach about faith, obedience, and God’s faithfulness. By engaging in storytelling, discussions, and hands-on activities, students will be able to internalize these important biblical narratives and apply the lessons to their own lives.