Christian Living Today

Family Relationships - Review and Application
Human Sexuality - Meaning of Human Sexuality and Forms of Sexual Abuse

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Summarise the roles of family members, causes of conflict and solutions to family conflict
- Apply biblical teachings on family relationships to real-life scenarios
- Appreciate family as a God-given institution that requires commitment and values to flourish

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Answer review questions on roles of family members, causes of conflict, biblical guidance and values
- Interview a vetted resource person on healthy family relationships and write a report
- Share the journal entries on applying family values with the class

How do you relate with your family members?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 99
- Bible (Ephesians 6:1-4; Exodus 20:12; Colossians 3:20)
- Reference books
- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 101
- Bible (1 Corinthians 6:18-20)
- Charts
- Digital devices

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation

Christian Living Today

Human Sexuality - Reporting Sexual Abuse and Causes of Teenage Pregnancy
Human Sexuality - Forms and Consequences of Irresponsible Sexual Behaviour

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Discuss ways and where to report cases of sexual abuse
- Evaluate causes of teenage pregnancies among teenage girls today
- Show confidence in speaking up and reporting sexual abuse to appropriate authorities

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss ways and where to report cases of sexual abuse and write key points on a chart
- Listen and ask a child protection officer (CPO) questions on what to do in case of defilement
- Outline causes of early pregnancies among teenage girls and make a presentation in class

Where should a young person report cases of sexual abuse and why is it important to report?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 102
- Bible (1 Thessalonians 4:3-5)
- Resource person (CPO)
- Charts
- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 104
- Bible (1 Corinthians 6:18-20)
- Reference books

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Human Sexuality - Values and Life Skills to Avoid Irresponsible Sexual Behaviour

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Discuss values and life skills needed to avoid irresponsible sexual behaviour
- Explain how values such as self-control and integrity protect a young person from sexual sin
- Show commitment to living responsibly as guided by the word of God

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss values and life skills needed to avoid irresponsible sexual behaviour and write on a chart
- Listen to a resource person on values and life skills guiding good morals and summarise key points
- Role-play how to overcome a tempting situation using values and life skills discussed

How can values and life skills help a young person maintain responsible sexual behaviour?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 105
- Bible (Galatians 5:23; 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5)
- Charts
- Resource person

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Human Sexuality - Values and Life Skills to Avoid Irresponsible Sexual Behaviour

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Discuss values and life skills needed to avoid irresponsible sexual behaviour
- Explain how values such as self-control and integrity protect a young person from sexual sin
- Show commitment to living responsibly as guided by the word of God

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss values and life skills needed to avoid irresponsible sexual behaviour and write on a chart
- Listen to a resource person on values and life skills guiding good morals and summarise key points
- Role-play how to overcome a tempting situation using values and life skills discussed

How can values and life skills help a young person maintain responsible sexual behaviour?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 105
- Bible (Galatians 5:23; 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5)
- Charts
- Resource person

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Human Sexuality - Biblical Guidance on Responsible Sexual Living

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe how to live responsibly as guided by the word of God
- Apply biblical teachings on human sexuality to make responsible decisions
- Show respect for their bodies by committing to morally upright living

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read 1 Corinthians 6:9 and 18 and summarise lessons learnt on responsible sexual living
- Read Philippians 4:8-9 and Galatians 5:23 and write a journal on values and life skills for relating with others
- Write 1 Thessalonians 4:3 on a flashcard and recite it as a commitment to responsible living

How does the word of God guide a young person to live responsibly?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 107
- Bible (1 Corinthians 6:9; 6:18; Philippians 4:8-9; Galatians 5:23; 1 Thessalonians 4:3)
- Flashcards
- Journals

- Journals - Oral questions - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Human Sexuality - Review and Application

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Summarise forms of sexual abuse, causes of teenage pregnancy and values for responsible living
- Apply lessons on responsible sexual behaviour to evaluate real-life scenarios
- Show resolve to respect their bodies and live a morally upright life as guided by the Bible

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Answer review questions on forms of sexual abuse, causes of pregnancy and consequences of irresponsible behaviour
- Debate on whether it is possible for a young person to remain chaste until marriage
- Write and display values and life skills needed for responsible living on the school notice board

Why should you live responsibly as a youth?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 108
- Bible (1 Corinthians 6:18-20; 1 Thessalonians 4:3)
- Reference books

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation

Christian Living Today

Human Sexuality - Community Service Learning Application

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Reflect on the importance of community service learning in relation to responsible living
- Compile values and life skills needed for responsible sexual behaviour for a community awareness activity
- Demonstrate commitment to serving the community using knowledge and values acquired

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss how CSL project milestones apply to responsible sexual behaviour awareness in the community
- Write sensitisation messages on charts or posters on values and life skills needed for responsible living
- Share sensitisation messages at the school assembly or with peers in the school community

How can you use what you have learnt on responsible sexual behaviour to help others in the community?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 109
- Bible (1 Corinthians 6:18-20; Philippians 4:8)
- Charts and posters

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Sacredness of Life - Meaning and Biblical Basis of Sacredness of Life

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the meaning of sacredness of life
- Elaborate on the sacredness of life from Genesis 4:10-11; Genesis 9:6; Exodus 20:13 and Proverbs 6:16-17
- Appreciate that human life is sacred and should be protected at all times

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Brainstorm on the meaning of sacredness of life and share findings with the class
- Read Genesis 4:10-11; Genesis 9:6; Exodus 20:13; Deuteronomy 18:10 and Proverbs 6:16-17 and summarise key points on a chart
- Explain why killing is morally wrong using the biblical texts discussed

How do you uphold sacredness of life?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 110
- Bible (Genesis 4:10-11; 9:6; Exodus 20:13; Proverbs 6:16-17)
- Charts

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Sacredness of Life - How the Right to Life is Violated Today

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Discuss how the right to life is violated today
- Read Matthew 6:25 and explain why God values human life
- Show commitment to upholding and protecting the right to life of all people

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss how the right to life is violated today and write key points on a chart
- Read Matthew 6:25 and explain why human life is valuable to God
- Explain why killing is morally wrong using the biblical texts and present to the class

In what ways is the right to life being violated in society today?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 111
- Bible (Matthew 6:25; Exodus 20:13; Genesis 9:6)
- Charts
- Reference books

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation

Christian Living Today

Sacredness of Life - How the Right to Life is Violated Today

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Discuss how the right to life is violated today
- Read Matthew 6:25 and explain why God values human life
- Show commitment to upholding and protecting the right to life of all people

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss how the right to life is violated today and write key points on a chart
- Read Matthew 6:25 and explain why human life is valuable to God
- Explain why killing is morally wrong using the biblical texts and present to the class

In what ways is the right to life being violated in society today?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 111
- Bible (Matthew 6:25; Exodus 20:13; Genesis 9:6)
- Charts
- Reference books

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation

Christian Living Today

Sacredness of Life - Causes and Effects of Suicide

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Evaluate causes of suicide in today's society
- Discuss the negative effects of suicide on an individual and the family
- Show empathy for those facing stress and challenges that may lead to suicidal thoughts

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Brainstorm on reasons which cause some youths to commit suicide and write findings on a chart
- Discuss the negative effects of suicide on an individual and the family and make notes
- Discuss values and life skills needed to help those facing stress and prevent suicide

What causes young people to consider suicide and what can be done to prevent it?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 112
- Bible (Proverbs 6:16-17; Matthew 6:25)
- Charts
- Resource person

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Sacredness of Life - Causes of Abortion and Why Abortion is a Sin

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Examine the causes of abortion among teenage girls today
- Discuss why abortion is a sin using Psalms 139:13-16 and Jeremiah 1:5
- Show respect for unborn life as a God-given gift

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Jointly list the causes of abortion among teenage girls today and discuss each cause
- Team up to discuss why abortion is a sin using Psalms 139:13-16 and Jeremiah 1:5
- Write key points on a chart on why abortion is morally and biblically wrong and display in class

Why is abortion considered a sin according to the Bible?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 114
- Bible (Psalms 139:13-16; Jeremiah 1:5)
- Charts

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation

Christian Living Today

Sacredness of Life - Consequences of Violating the Right to Life

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Analyse the consequences of violating the right to life
- Debate on the consequences of abortion to an individual and the family
- Show commitment to upholding life in all circumstances

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Debate on the consequences of abortion to an individual and the family
- Discuss the consequences of murder, suicide and other violations of the right to life
- Write the consequences of violating the right to life on a chart and present in class

What are the consequences of violating the right to life for individuals and families?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 115
- Bible (Genesis 4:10-11; Proverbs 6:16-17)
- Charts
- Reference books

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

Christian Living Today

Sacredness of Life - Values and Life Skills to Uphold Sacredness of Life

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Compile values and life skills needed to uphold the sacredness of life
- Explain how each value or life skill helps protect the right to life
- Show resolve to stand up for the sacredness of life in personal and community contexts

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Brainstorm on values and life skills needed to uphold the sacredness of life and write on a chart
- Engage a resource person on how to overcome stress that may lead to violation of life
- Write sensitisation messages on sacredness of life and pin them on the school notice board

What values and life skills does a young person need to uphold the sacredness of life?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 116
- Bible (Matthew 6:25; Exodus 20:13)
- Charts
- Resource person

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Sacredness of Life - Values and Life Skills to Uphold Sacredness of Life

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Compile values and life skills needed to uphold the sacredness of life
- Explain how each value or life skill helps protect the right to life
- Show resolve to stand up for the sacredness of life in personal and community contexts

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Brainstorm on values and life skills needed to uphold the sacredness of life and write on a chart
- Engage a resource person on how to overcome stress that may lead to violation of life
- Write sensitisation messages on sacredness of life and pin them on the school notice board

What values and life skills does a young person need to uphold the sacredness of life?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 116
- Bible (Matthew 6:25; Exodus 20:13)
- Charts
- Resource person

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Sacredness of Life - Song on Road Safety and Review

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Compose and sing a song on how safe road use can preserve life
- Summarise key teachings on sacredness of life from scripture and class discussions
- Commit to preserving their own life and the lives of others as a sacred duty

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Compose a song on how safe road use can preserve life and sing it at the school assembly
- Conduct a debate in clubs and societies on the sacredness of life
- Answer review questions on meaning of sacredness, biblical basis, violations, suicide, abortion and values

How do you uphold sacredness of life?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 118
- Bible (Exodus 20:13; Psalms 139:13-16; Matthew 6:25)
- Reference books

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation

Christian Living Today

Bullying - Meaning and Types of Bullying

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define the term bullying and identify its various types
- Share personal experiences of bullying and how it affected their self-esteem
- Show awareness that bullying is morally wrong and unacceptable

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Brainstorm on the meaning of the term bullying and list types of bullying
- In pairs answer questions: have you ever been bullied? How did it affect your self-esteem?
- Discuss why young people bully or dislike others and write findings on a chart

Why is bullying unacceptable?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 120
- Bible (1 John 3:15)
- Charts
- Reference books

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Bullying - Causes of Bullying and Debate

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify causes of bullying at school and in the community
- Argue convincingly that bullying is morally wrong and unacceptable
- Show commitment to creating a bully-free environment in their school

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss why young people bully or dislike others and share findings with the class
- Debate on the topic: bullying is morally wrong and unacceptable
- Buzz on where and whom to report to in case they are bullied and write key points on a chart

What causes young people to bully others and what can be done to stop it?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 121
- Bible (Proverbs 22:10)
- Charts

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation

Christian Living Today

Bullying - Effects of Bullying on Individuals and Families

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Analyse the negative effects of bullying on an individual and the family
- Explain how bullying affects self-esteem, mental health and family relationships
- Show empathy for victims of bullying and resolve to protect them

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss the negative results of bullying on the individual and family and make notes
- Share experiences of occasions they witnessed bullying and how it affected the victim
- Write sensitisation messages on the effects of bullying and present at the school assembly

What are the negative effects of bullying on individuals and their families?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 122
- Bible (1 John 3:15; 1 Peter 3:8)
- Charts

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Bullying - Biblical Values for Peaceful Coexistence

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Outline values needed to co-exist peacefully from 1 John 3:15; 1 Peter 3:8; Romans 14:19 and Proverbs 22:10
- Discuss how biblical values enhance peaceful co-existence
- Model the value of love in their interaction with others

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read 1 John 3:15; 1 Peter 3:8; Romans 14:19 and Proverbs 22:10 and list values drawn from the scriptures
- Discuss how the values listed can enhance peaceful co-existence with others
- Draw and display sensitisation messages on school notice boards on the negative effects of bullying

How do biblical values help Christians overcome bullying and live peacefully with others?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 123
- Bible (1 John 3:15; 1 Peter 3:8; Romans 14:19; Proverbs 22:10)
- Charts
- Flashcards

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation

Christian Living Today

Bullying - Sensitisation Messages and Journal on Overcoming Bullying

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Share sensitisation messages on the effects of bullying and how to live peacefully with others
- Journal their personal resolve to avoid bullying as guided by the scriptures
- Demonstrate love as a practical virtue in overcoming bullying

- Share sensitisation messages on the effects of bullying and how to live peacefully with others at school assembly
- Journal their resolve to avoid bullying as guided by the scriptures and share with teacher
- Give a talk on the effects of bullying during the school assembly to sensitise other learners

How can you use your faith to help you overcome and prevent bullying?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 124
- Bible (1 John 3:15; Romans 14:19)
- Journals

- Journals - Observation - Oral questions

Christian Living Today

Bullying - Sensitisation Messages and Journal on Overcoming Bullying

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Share sensitisation messages on the effects of bullying and how to live peacefully with others
- Journal their personal resolve to avoid bullying as guided by the scriptures
- Demonstrate love as a practical virtue in overcoming bullying

- Share sensitisation messages on the effects of bullying and how to live peacefully with others at school assembly
- Journal their resolve to avoid bullying as guided by the scriptures and share with teacher
- Give a talk on the effects of bullying during the school assembly to sensitise other learners

How can you use your faith to help you overcome and prevent bullying?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 124
- Bible (1 John 3:15; Romans 14:19)
- Journals

- Journals - Observation - Oral questions

Christian Living Today

Bullying - Review and Application

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Summarise the meaning, types, causes and effects of bullying
- Apply biblical values for peaceful co-existence to evaluate real-life scenarios of bullying
- Show resolve to model the value of love in all interactions with others

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Answer review questions on meaning of bullying, causes, effects and biblical values for coexistence
- Discuss how biblical values help in overcoming bullying and living peacefully with others
- Write a personal commitment to avoid bullying and live by the values drawn from scripture

Why is bullying unacceptable and how can Christians help create bully-free environments?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 125
- Bible (1 John 3:15; 1 Peter 3:8; Romans 14:19; Proverbs 22:10)
- Reference books

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation

Christian Living Today

Work: Talents, Gifts and Abilities - Identifying God-Given Talents, Gifts and Abilities

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify their God-given talents, gifts and abilities
- Read James 1:17 and Romans 11:29 and appreciate God as the giver of gifts, talents and abilities
- Show gratitude to God for the unique gifts, talents and abilities they possess

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Brainstorm on what they enjoy doing at home, school and in the community and share findings
- Share experiences of the talents, gifts and unique abilities they possess with the class
- Read and recite James 1:17 and Romans 11:29 and appreciate God as the giver of unique gifts

How do you discover your talents, gifts and abilities?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 126
- Bible (James 1:17; Romans 11:29)
- Reference books

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Work: Talents, Gifts and Abilities - Showcasing Talents and Participating in Competitions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Take part in different activities to nurture their God-given talents, gifts and abilities
- Write a report on activities or competitions they participated in
- Appreciate the diversity of God-given talents in the classroom

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Showcase gifts, abilities and talents they possess through role-play, drawing, singing or reciting poems
- Participate in activities or competitions such as drawing, painting, singing, cooking, sports or acting
- Write a report for presentation in class on the activity or competition participated in

How do you use your God-given talents, gifts and abilities?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 127
- Bible (James 1:17; Romans 11:29)
- Locally available materials

- Observation - Written assignments - Oral questions

Christian Living Today

Work: Talents, Gifts and Abilities - Parable of the Talents

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe the parable of the talents from Matthew 25:14-30
- Explain the significance of each servant's use of the talents given to them
- Appreciate that God expects stewardship and growth from the gifts He entrusts to His people

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Retell the parable of the talents from Matthew 25:14-30 and make notes
- Identify the three servants and what each one did with the talents given to them
- Discuss the master's response to each servant and what it teaches about stewardship

What does the parable of the talents teach about how we should use our God-given gifts?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 128
- Bible (Matthew 25:14-30)
- Charts

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Work: Talents, Gifts and Abilities - Parable of the Talents

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe the parable of the talents from Matthew 25:14-30
- Explain the significance of each servant's use of the talents given to them
- Appreciate that God expects stewardship and growth from the gifts He entrusts to His people

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Retell the parable of the talents from Matthew 25:14-30 and make notes
- Identify the three servants and what each one did with the talents given to them
- Discuss the master's response to each servant and what it teaches about stewardship

What does the parable of the talents teach about how we should use our God-given gifts?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 128
- Bible (Matthew 25:14-30)
- Charts

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Work: Talents, Gifts and Abilities - Lessons from the Parable of the Talents

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Discuss lessons learnt from the parable of the talents
- Relate the lessons from the parable to personal responsibility in developing God-given talents
- Show commitment to developing and using their talents for the benefit of others

- Outline lessons learnt from the parable of the talents and make a presentation in class
- Discuss in groups the key lessons from the parable and write them on a chart for display
- Share personally how each learner plans to use their talents, gifts and abilities to serve others

What lessons from the parable of the talents apply to how you use your own gifts and abilities?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 129
- Bible (Matthew 25:14-30)
- Charts
- Exercise books

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation

Christian Living Today

Work: Talents, Gifts and Abilities - Applying Lessons from the Parable in Daily Life

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Apply lessons learnt from the parable of the talents in daily life
- Explain how they will develop and use their God-given talents to serve others
- Demonstrate accountability by planning to save money from a personal enterprise

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Buzz on how they will apply lessons learnt from the parable of the talents in their daily lives
- Brainstorm on income-generating ideas they can invest in as young people and write on a chart
- Discuss acts of mercy they can carry out as a way of giving back to society

How can you apply the lessons from the parable of the talents in your own life?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 130
- Bible (Matthew 25:14-30; James 1:17)
- Charts

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Work: Talents, Gifts and Abilities - Income-Generating Enterprise and Financial Literacy

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Originate an income-generating enterprise to enhance financial literacy skills
- Demonstrate accountability by saving money from the enterprise and keeping records
- Show creativity and initiative in identifying business ideas appropriate for young people

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Start a project at home or school and report its performance monthly to the teacher
- Save money from the project or business and keep proper records for accountability
- Present the enterprise plan and savings report to the class or during parents' day

How do you discover and use your God-given talents, gifts and abilities?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 131
- Bible (Matthew 25:14-30)
- Exercise books
- Notebooks

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation

Christian Living Today

Work: Talents, Gifts and Abilities - Review and Application

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Summarise how to identify and nurture God-given talents, gifts and abilities
- Apply lessons from the parable of the talents to evaluate responsible use of gifts
- Utilise their God-given talents, gifts and abilities to serve others

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Answer review questions on God-given talents, the parable of the talents and income-generating activities
- Participate in acts of mercy as a way of giving back to the society using their talents
- Originate and start an income-generating activity and report on progress to the teacher

How can you use your God-given talents, gifts and abilities to serve God and others?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 132
- Bible (Matthew 25:14-30; James 1:17; Romans 11:29)
- Reference books

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

Christian Living Today

Work: Talents, Gifts and Abilities - Review and Application

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Summarise how to identify and nurture God-given talents, gifts and abilities
- Apply lessons from the parable of the talents to evaluate responsible use of gifts
- Utilise their God-given talents, gifts and abilities to serve others

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Answer review questions on God-given talents, the parable of the talents and income-generating activities
- Participate in acts of mercy as a way of giving back to the society using their talents
- Originate and start an income-generating activity and report on progress to the teacher

How can you use your God-given talents, gifts and abilities to serve God and others?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 132
- Bible (Matthew 25:14-30; James 1:17; Romans 11:29)
- Reference books

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

Christian Living Today

Leisure - Meaning of Leisure and How Young People Spend Their Free Time

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the meaning of the word leisure
- Describe how they and other young people spend their free time
- Show awareness that leisure time can either be used constructively or misused

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Brainstorm on the meaning of the word leisure and write the definition in exercise books
- Share experiences of how they spend their free time at home, school and in the community
- Discuss the difference between constructive and destructive use of leisure time

How do you spend your leisure?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 134
- Bible (Exodus 20:11)
- Reference books

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Leisure - Reasons for Misuse of Leisure among Youths

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify reasons for misuse of leisure among youths today
- Discuss the different ways in which young people misuse their leisure time
- Show resolve to avoid influences that lead to misuse of leisure time

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Debate on why and how youths misuse leisure today and note key points from the debate
- List the ways young people misuse their leisure time and discuss the causes of each
- Share personal experiences or observations of how leisure is misused by young people today

Why do young people misuse their leisure time and what influences them?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 135
- Bible (1 Corinthians 10:23)
- Charts
- Reference books

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation

Christian Living Today

Leisure - Consequences of Misusing Leisure Time

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Analyse the negative consequences of misusing leisure time
- Explain how misuse of leisure leads to addiction, poor academic performance and moral decline
- Show commitment to using leisure time responsibly to avoid negative consequences

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss the negative results of misusing leisure time and write key points on a chart
- Identify examples of young people who misused leisure and the consequences they faced
- Share findings on consequences of misusing leisure and present to the class

What are the consequences of misusing leisure time for young people?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 136
- Bible (1 Corinthians 10:23; 10:31)
- Charts

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Leisure - Constructive Ways of Using Leisure Time

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Examine ways of using leisure time constructively
- Describe specific activities that help a young person use leisure productively
- Show appreciation that constructive use of leisure contributes to personal development

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss and make notes on constructive ways of using free time and leisure
- Design posters or charts on positive ways of using leisure time and display in class or on the school notice board
- Share and discuss the posters made and explain how each activity benefits a young person

How can a young person use leisure time constructively?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 137
- Bible (Philippians 4:8)
- Charts and posters

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation

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Leisure - Biblical Guidance on the Use of Leisure Time

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Outline lessons learnt on good use of free time from Exodus 20:11; 1 Corinthians 10:23; 10:31 and Philippians 4:8
- Explain how biblical teachings guide Christians to use leisure appropriately
- Utilise leisure time appropriately as guided by the scriptures

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Exodus 20:11; 1 Corinthians 10:23; 1 Corinthians 10:31 and Philippians 4:8 and outline lessons on good use of leisure
- Discuss how each Bible text applies to the way young people spend their free time
- Write key points on a chart and display in class for reference

How does the Bible guide a Christian to use their leisure time wisely?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 138
- Bible (Exodus 20:11; 1 Corinthians 10:23; 10:31; Philippians 4:8)
- Charts

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

Christian Living Today

Leisure - Biblical Guidance on the Use of Leisure Time

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Outline lessons learnt on good use of free time from Exodus 20:11; 1 Corinthians 10:23; 10:31 and Philippians 4:8
- Explain how biblical teachings guide Christians to use leisure appropriately
- Utilise leisure time appropriately as guided by the scriptures

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Exodus 20:11; 1 Corinthians 10:23; 1 Corinthians 10:31 and Philippians 4:8 and outline lessons on good use of leisure
- Discuss how each Bible text applies to the way young people spend their free time
- Write key points on a chart and display in class for reference

How does the Bible guide a Christian to use their leisure time wisely?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 138
- Bible (Exodus 20:11; 1 Corinthians 10:23; 10:31; Philippians 4:8)
- Charts

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

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Leisure - Values and Life Skills for Proper Use of Leisure Time

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- List values and life skills needed to use leisure time appropriately
- Explain how each value or life skill helps a young person make wise use of free time
- Show commitment to applying values and life skills in day-to-day use of leisure

In groups, learners are guided to:
- List values and life skills needed to use leisure time appropriately and explain each one
- Discuss how the values and life skills listed relate to avoiding misuse of leisure
- Journal how they will apply the values and life skills in daily life to avoid misuse of leisure

What values and life skills help a young person use leisure time appropriately?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 139
- Bible (Philippians 4:8; 1 Corinthians 10:31)
- Journals
- Charts

- Journals - Oral questions - Observation

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Leisure - Posters on Leisure and Review

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Design and display posters or charts on positive ways of using leisure time
- Summarise the meaning of leisure, reasons for misuse, consequences and biblical guidance
- Value leisure time and commit to using it constructively as guided by scripture

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Design posters or charts on positive ways of using leisure time and display on the school notice board
- Answer review questions on the meaning of leisure, misuse, consequences, constructive use and biblical guidance
- Journal how they will apply values and life skills in daily life to avoid misuse of leisure

How do you spend your leisure?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 140
- Bible (Exodus 20:11; 1 Corinthians 10:23; 10:31; Philippians 4:8)
- Journals
- Charts and posters

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation