Jesus in the Temple Christian Religious Studies Kindergarten Third Term Lesson Notes Week 2
Lagos State Kindergarten Christian Religious Studies Lesson Plan
Subject: Christian Religious Studies
Class: Kindergarten
Term: Third Term
Week: 2
Age: 5 years
Topic: Jesus in the Temple
Sub-topic: The Story of Jesus Visiting the Temple
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioural Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Retell the story of Jesus visiting the temple.
- Identify key figures in the story (Jesus, Mary, Joseph, teachers).
- Understand the importance of the temple visit.
Key Words
- Jesus
- Temple
- Jerusalem
- Mary
- Joseph
- Teachers
Set Induction
Teacher shows a picture of a large building (temple) and asks if anyone knows what it is.
Entry Behaviour
Pupils are familiar with going to places with their parents.
Learning Resources and Materials
- Bible storybook
- Pictures of Jesus, Mary, Joseph, and the temple
- Story audio
Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge
Ask pupils about a time they went to a special place with their parents.
Embedded Core Skills
- Listening
- Speaking
- Observing
- Identifying
Learning Materials
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- Bible storybooks
- Illustrated story cards
Instructional Materials
- Picture cards
- Audio player
- Coloring sheets
Content
- Introduction: Jesus visited the temple in Jerusalem with Mary and Joseph.
- Jesus was twelve years old during this visit.
- Mary and Joseph thought Jesus was lost, but they found Him in the temple.
- Jesus was talking with the teachers and answering their questions.
- Everyone was amazed at His wisdom.
Fill-in-the-Blank Questions
- Jesus visited the ____ with Mary and Joseph.
a) Market
b) Park
c) Temple
d) School - Jesus was ____ years old when He visited the temple.
a) Eight
b) Ten
c) Twelve
d) Fifteen - Mary and Joseph thought Jesus was ____.
a) Sleeping
b) Lost
c) Playing
d) Eating - Jesus was found in the ____.
a) Garden
b) House
c) Temple
d) Street - The teachers were amazed at Jesus’ ____.
a) Strength
b) Wisdom
c) Height
d) Clothes
FAQs with Answers
- Q: Where did Jesus visit with His parents?
A: Jesus visited the temple in Jerusalem. - Q: How old was Jesus during the visit?
A: Jesus was twelve years old. - Q: What did Mary and Joseph think had happened to Jesus?
A: They thought He was lost. - Q: Where was Jesus found?
A: Jesus was found in the temple. - Q: What was Jesus doing in the temple?
A: He was talking with the teachers and answering their questions.
Presentation
Step 1
The teacher revises the previous topic about “The Birth of Jesus” with the pupils.
Step 2
The teacher introduces the new topic: “Jesus in the Temple” by showing pictures and telling the story.
Step 3
The teacher encourages pupils to share any special places they have visited with their parents. The teacher corrects any misinformation.
Teacher’s Activities
- Tell the story of Jesus visiting the temple.
- Show pictures.
- Play a story audio.
Learners’ Activities
- Listen to the story.
- Look at the pictures.
- Share their own experiences.
Assessment
- Where did Jesus visit with His parents?
- How old was Jesus when He visited the temple?
- What did Mary and Joseph think had happened to Jesus?
- Where was Jesus found?
- What was Jesus doing in the temple?
Evaluation Questions
- Jesus visited the ____ with Mary and Joseph.
- Jesus was ____ years old when He visited the temple.
- Mary and Joseph thought Jesus was ____.
- Jesus was found in the ____.
- The teachers were amazed at Jesus’ ____.
- What city was the temple in?
- How did Mary and Joseph feel when they couldn’t find Jesus?
- What did Jesus talk about with the teachers?
- How long did Mary and Joseph search for Jesus?
- Why were the teachers amazed?
Conclusion
The teacher goes around to mark the pupils’ work and ensures they understand the story of Jesus visiting the temple.
