Class: Primary 1
Subject: Christian Religious Studies
Topic: Why God Created Things
Previous Topic: Things God Created
Time Allocation: 40 minutes
Learning Content: what is Creation?, Reasons Why God Created things
Table Of Content
- Performance Objectives
- Reference Material
- Instructional Materials
- Entry Behavior/Set Induction
- Rationale
- Teaching Method
- Lesson Procedure
- Step 1: Introduction
- Step 2: Explanation of Key Concepts
- Step 3: Presentation/Guided Practice
- step 4: Independant Practice
- Step 5: Note-Taking
- Step 6: Evaluation/Review
- Lesson Content
- What is Creation?
- Reasons Why God Created Things
- Differentiation
- Evaluation
- Observation
- Conclusion
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
Cognitive Domain:
- Discuss one reason why God created things.
- List three reasons why God created things.
Psychomotor domain:
- Actively participate in class discussions.
- Write down answers to evaluation questions.
Affective Domain:
- Show thankfulness for God’s creation.
- Develop a sense of wonder about the world.
Social Domain:
- Work cooperatively with classmates.
- Listen attentively to the teacher and peers.
Reference Material
- 9 – years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Center Scheme of Work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Online Facts
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will make use of:
- Whiteboard or chart paper
- Markers or crayons
- Pictures of nature
- Bible
Entry Behavior/Set Induction
The teacher will begin by asking pupils what they see around them and how beatiful the world is.The teacher will than ask them if they think these things just appeared or were made by someone. This will lead into a discussion about God as the creator.
Rationale
Understanding why God created everything helps children appreciate the world around them and fosters a sense of gratitude and obligation towards God’s creation. This lesson lays a foundation for future lessons on stewardship and God’s plan for humanity.
Teaching Method
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following methods:
- Discussion
- Question and answer
- Storytelling
- Visual aids
Lesson Procedure
Step 1: Introduction
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Asks pupils what they see around them and initiates a discussion about creation.
Pupils’ Activity: respond to the teacher’s questions and participate in the discussion.
Step 2: Explanation of Key Concepts
Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explaining
Teacher’s Activity: Explains the concept of creation and provides examples.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and ask clarifying questions.
Step 3: Presentation/Guided Practice
Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Modeling
Teacher’s Activity: Shows pictures of nature and discusses how they reflect God’s glory.
Pupils’ Activity: Observe the pictures and participate in the discussion.
step 4: Independant Practice
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Monitoring
Teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils in answering the evaluation questions.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer the evaluation questions independently.
Step 5: Note-Taking
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarizing
Teacher’s activity: Summarizes the key points of the lesson.
Pupils’ activity: Take notes on the key points.
Step 6: Evaluation/Review
time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Assessing
Teacher’s Activity: Reviews the answers to the evaluation questions.
Pupils’ Activity: Participate in the review.
Lesson Content
What is Creation?
Creation refers to everything that exists, including the universe, the Earth, all living things, and even invisible things like air and light. God created all of this from nothing!
Reasons Why God Created Things
- For his glory and honor: God’s creation shows His amazing power, wisdom, and love. The beauty of nature reminds us of God’s greatness.
- That we might serve and worship Him: God created us to have a relationship with Him. He wants us to love, obey Him, and show gratitude.
- To reproduce (genesis 1:28): God commanded humans to “be fruitful and multiply,” meaning to have families and continue His work of creation.
Differentiation
For pupils who need more support, the teacher will provide one-on-one assistance and use simpler language. For advanced learners, the teacher will encourage them to explore additional resources and conduct further research on the topic.
Evaluation
- Why did God create everything?
- Name three reasons why God created things.
- What does the Bible say about having children?
- How can we thank God for His creation?
- Give examples of how God’s creation shows His glory.
Observation
- Pupils’ participation in discussions
- Pupils’ understanding of key concepts
- Pupils’ ability to answer evaluation questions
Conclusion
To conclude the lesson, the teacher will summarize the main points and encourage pupils to reflect on God’s amazing creation and their role in it. The teacher will also remind pupils to thank god for all He has made.
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