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:

1. Retell the story of Jesus visiting the temple.
2. Identify key figures in the story (Jesus, Mary, Joseph, teachers).
3. 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

1. Introduction: Jesus visited the temple in Jerusalem with Mary and Joseph.
2. Jesus was twelve years old during this visit.
3. Mary and Joseph thought Jesus was lost, but they found Him in the temple.
4. Jesus was talking with the teachers and answering their questions.
5. Everyone was amazed at His wisdom.

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

1. Jesus visited the ____ with Mary and Joseph.
   a) Market
   b) Park
   c) Temple
   d) School
2. Jesus was ____ years old when He visited the temple.
   a) Eight
   b) Ten
   c) Twelve
   d) Fifteen
3. Mary and Joseph thought Jesus was ____.
   a) Sleeping
   b) Lost
   c) Playing
   d) Eating
4. Jesus was found in the ____.
   a) Garden
   b) House
   c) Temple
   d) Street
5. The teachers were amazed at Jesus’ ____.
   a) Strength
   b) Wisdom
   c) Height
   d) Clothes

FAQs with Answers

1. Q: Where did Jesus visit with His parents?
   A: Jesus visited the temple in Jerusalem.
2. Q: How old was Jesus during the visit?
   A: Jesus was twelve years old.
3. Q: What did Mary and Joseph think had happened to Jesus?
   A: They thought He was lost.
4. Q: Where was Jesus found?
   A: Jesus was found in the temple.
5. 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

1. Where did Jesus visit with His parents?
2. How old was Jesus when He visited the temple?
3. What did Mary and Joseph think had happened to Jesus?
4. Where was Jesus found?
5. What was Jesus doing in the temple?

Evaluation Questions

1. Jesus visited the ____ with Mary and Joseph.
2. Jesus was ____ years old when He visited the temple.
3. Mary and Joseph thought Jesus was ____.
4. Jesus was found in the ____.
5. The teachers were amazed at Jesus’ ____.
6. What city was the temple in?
7. How did Mary and Joseph feel when they couldn’t find Jesus?
8. What did Jesus talk about with the teachers?
9. How long did Mary and Joseph search for Jesus?
10. 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.

More Useful Links

• The Birth of Jesus Christian Religious Studies Kindergarten Third Term Lesson Notes Week 1