Introduction to Christian Religious Education

Importance of Learning CRE - Meaning of Christian Religious Education
Importance of Learning CRE - Importance of studying CRE

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define the meaning of Christian Religious Education
- Explain how CRE deals with God's revelation to human beings
- Show appreciation for CRE as a subject of study

- Discuss in groups the meaning of Christian Religious Education and write points on charts
- Interpret pictures showing learners using different sources to learn CRE
- Search for the meaning of CRE using available sources and present findings to class

What is Christian Religious Education and how does God reveal Himself to human beings?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 1
- Reference books
- Internet access
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 2
- Charts
- Exercise books

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Introduction to Christian Religious Education

Importance of Learning CRE - How CRE promotes moral and spiritual development
Importance of Learning CRE - CRE and positive behaviour change

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain how learning CRE helps in moral and spiritual development
- Prepare a personal journal reflecting how CRE has changed their behaviour
- Show commitment to applying CRE lessons in daily personal conduct

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Prepare a one-week personal journal on how learning CRE has changed behaviour using the provided format
- Discuss the lessons learnt from the personal journal entries
- Present findings in class on how CRE helps in day-to-day life

How does learning Christian Religious Education promote moral and spiritual growth in a person?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 3
- Personal journals
- Exercise books
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 4
- Charts

- Observation - Written assignments - Peer assessment

Introduction to Christian Religious Education

Importance of Learning CRE - Values acquired through CRE and their application
Importance of Learning CRE - Review and consolidation of Strand 1

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify values acquired through learning CRE
- Explain how CRE promotes sound moral and religious values in society
- Show willingness to apply CRE values when interacting with others

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, discuss values acquired through CRE and how they are applied in day-to-day life
- Prepare flashcards with messages promoting sound moral and religious values and display them
- Carry out a library search on values needed for harmonious living and discuss situations where they apply

How does Christian Religious Education equip learners with values for harmonious living in society?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 5
- Flashcard materials
- Library books
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 7
- Exercise books
- Peer assessment rubric

- Observation - Oral questions - Peer assessment

Creation

Accounts of Creation - Features of God's creation
Accounts of Creation - The first biblical account of creation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify features that make up God's creation in the surroundings
- Describe the different types of features found in nature
- Show appreciation for God's creation in the environment

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, identify and discuss features of God's creation in the surroundings and write points on charts
- Take a nature walk within the school compound to observe creation features
- Draw, colour and name one observed feature and display drawings in class

What features of God's creation can you identify in your surroundings?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 8
- Charts
- Coloured pencils
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 9
- Bible

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Creation

Accounts of Creation - The second biblical account of creation
Accounts of Creation - Similarities and differences between the two accounts

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Narrate the second biblical account of creation in Genesis 2:4b–25
- Explain the creation of man from dust and woman from man's rib
- Show appreciation for the biblical teaching that marriage is a plan of God

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, read Genesis 2:4b–25 and retell the second account of creation
- Answer questions on how man and woman were created in the second account
- Discuss what the second account teaches about the relationship between man and woman

What does the second account of creation teach us about God's plan for marriage?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 11
- Bible
- Exercise books
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 13
- Internet access

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

Creation

Accounts of Creation - Attributes of God from the biblical accounts of creation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify attributes of God as revealed in the biblical accounts of creation
- Explain the meaning of each attribute of God identified
- Show reverence for God as the all-powerful and all-knowing Creator

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In pairs, discuss the meaning of the word "attribute" and identify attributes of God
- Search the internet or library for attributes of God from the creation accounts
- Write attributes on a chart, present to the class and display in the classroom

What does the biblical account of creation reveal about God's character?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 15
- Bible
- Internet access

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Creation

Accounts of Creation - Values from the biblical accounts and review
Responsibility over Animals, Fish and Birds - Biblical teaching on human responsibilities

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify values learned from the biblical accounts of creation
- Demonstrate how these values are reflected in the creation stories
- Commit to applying creation values in daily life

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In pairs, identify and discuss values learnt from the biblical accounts of creation
- Write values on flashcards and discuss how they are demonstrated in the creation stories
- Review Lessons Learnt and What Will I Do sections and answer self-assessment questions

How do the values from the biblical accounts of creation guide our daily conduct?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 16
- Flashcard materials
- Exercise books
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 18
- Bible
- Internet access

- Oral questions - Peer assessment - Written assignments

Creation

Responsibility over Animals, Fish and Birds - Ways of protecting animals, fish and birds
Responsibility over Animals, Fish and Birds - Reasons for caring for living creatures

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe ways in which human beings can protect animals, fish and birds
- Explain why Christians should protect living creatures
- Show responsibility in caring for animals, fish and birds

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In pairs, discuss how to protect animals, fish and birds and write points on charts
- Interpret pictures showing people protecting or caring for animals, fish and birds
- Discuss how Christians apply biblical teaching to protect and care for these living creatures

Why is it important for Christians to protect and care for animals, fish and birds?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 19
- Charts
- Exercise books
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 21

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

Creation

Responsibility over Animals, Fish and Birds - Conflicts between human beings and wild animals

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the meaning and causes of conflicts between human beings and wild animals
- Describe ways in which Christians can reduce such conflicts
- Appreciate the need for peaceful co-existence between human beings and wild animals

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, discuss the meaning and causes of conflicts between human beings and wild animals
- Read and discuss points on how Christians can reduce human-wildlife conflicts
- Write sensation messages on charts about the importance of good stewardship over animals

What can Christians do to reduce conflicts between human beings and wild animals?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 22
- Charts
- Internet access

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

Creation

Responsibility over Animals, Fish and Birds - Values guiding responsibility and review

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify values that guide Christians in taking care of animals, fish and birds
- Demonstrate how each value applies to the responsibility over living creatures
- Show commitment to being a good steward of God's living creatures

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read and discuss values — responsibility, patriotism, social justice and love — and explain how each applies to caring for living creatures
- Visit a zoo, animal park or farm to observe how animals, fish and birds are cared for and write a report
- Review Lessons Learnt and self-assessment questions on the sub-strand

Which values should guide a Christian in fulfilling their responsibility over animals, fish and birds?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 24
- Exercise books
- Peer assessment rubric

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Peer assessment

Creation

Responsibility over Animals, Fish and Birds - Composing a poem on caring for living creatures

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Compose a poem on how to take care of animals, fish and birds
- Recite the poem to the class with expression
- Show creativity and appreciation for God's living creatures through the poem

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In pairs, compose a poem on "How you take care of animals, fish and birds"
- Read the poem aloud to one another, explain its meaning and memorise it
- Recite the poem to the class and discuss lessons learnt from the poem

How can a poem help express our responsibility towards God's living creatures?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 23
- Exercise books
- Dictionaries

- Oral questions - Observation - Peer assessment

Creation

Responsibility over Plants - Biblical responsibilities given to human beings over plants

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify the responsibilities God gave human beings over plants
- Explain the biblical teaching on caring for plants from Genesis 1:29–30, Genesis 2:15 and Psalm 104:14
- Value plants as part of God's creation that must be protected

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, identify and discuss examples of different plants and their importance in the surroundings
- Take a nature walk to observe different plants and draw examples on charts
- Read Genesis 1:29–30, Genesis 2:15 and Psalm 104:14 and discuss the biblical teaching on responsibility over plants

What responsibilities did God give human beings over plants according to the Bible?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 25
- Bible
- Charts

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Creation

Responsibility over Plants - Applying biblical teachings to conserve the environment

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain how biblical teachings on caring for plants apply to environmental conservation
- Identify ways in which Christians conserve the environment through care for plants
- Show willingness to apply biblical teachings in caring for the environment

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, discuss how biblical teachings on caring for plants apply to conserving the environment and write points on posters
- Observe pictures of people caring for plants and identify the methods being used
- Discuss and list ways of taking care of plants such as planting, watering, weeding, mulching and pruning

How do biblical teachings on plants guide Christians in conserving the environment?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 27
- Bible
- Posters

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

Creation

Responsibility over Plants - Applying biblical teachings to conserve the environment

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain how biblical teachings on caring for plants apply to environmental conservation
- Identify ways in which Christians conserve the environment through care for plants
- Show willingness to apply biblical teachings in caring for the environment

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, discuss how biblical teachings on caring for plants apply to conserving the environment and write points on posters
- Observe pictures of people caring for plants and identify the methods being used
- Discuss and list ways of taking care of plants such as planting, watering, weeding, mulching and pruning

How do biblical teachings on plants guide Christians in conserving the environment?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 27
- Bible
- Posters

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

Creation

Responsibility over Plants - Ways of taking care of plants

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe various ways in which Christians take care of plants
- Explain reasons why Christians show responsibility over plants
- Embrace the value of environmental stewardship in caring for plants

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, list activities carried out to care for plants and write points on charts
- Read and discuss reasons why Christians take care of trees and plants
- Discuss a scenario of a community that does not care for plants and advise what should be done

Why should Christians take care of plants as part of their God-given responsibility?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 28
- Charts
- Exercise books

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Creation

Responsibility over Plants - Responsible use of plants and economic growth

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain how responsible use of plants contributes to economic growth
- Identify income-generating crops and their economic value
- Appreciate the role of responsible plant use in improving livelihoods

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Brainstorm how responsible use of plants contributes to economic growth and write on charts
- Listen to a resource person such as an environmentalist or forest officer on economic benefits of plants
- Discuss and identify income-generating crops at school and plan how to grow one as a class activity

How does responsible use of plants contribute to the economic development of a community?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 29
- Charts
- Internet access

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

Creation

Responsibility over Plants - Values guiding responsibility over plants and review

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify values that guide Christians in taking responsibility over plants
- Apply the identified values in decisions about caring for plants
- Show commitment to the responsible use of plants in the community

- Read and discuss values identified by fellow learners for guiding responsibility over plants
- Discuss how to apply each value when caring for plants at home and school
- Review Lessons Learnt, What Will I Do and self-assessment questions for the sub-strand

Which values should guide a Christian in fulfilling their responsibility over plants?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 30
- Flashcard materials
- Exercise books

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Peer assessment

Creation

Responsibility over Plants - Home and school planting activity

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Plan and carry out a planting activity at home or at school
- Keep a record of the growing process of planted seedlings
- Demonstrate responsibility and care for plants through practical action

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Buy tree or crop seedlings and plant them in an allocated section of the school or home garden
- Prepare a schedule for caring for the seedlings including watering, weeding and mulching
- Take progressive photos and write a report on the planting experience to present to the class

How does participating in a planting activity demonstrate Christian stewardship over plants?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 31
- Seedlings
- Garden tools

- Observation - Written assignments - Oral questions

Creation

Use and Misuse of God's Creation - Ways human beings use natural resources

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define the meaning of natural resources
- Identify different natural resources and how they are used by communities
- Appreciate the importance of natural resources in supporting human life

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In pairs, find the meaning of natural resources using a dictionary or internet and identify those found in the community
- Discuss how different natural resources — soil, air, minerals, wildlife, forests — are used by people
- Write points on flashcards and present findings to the class

What are natural resources and how do they support human life?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 32
- Flashcards
- Internet access

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Creation

Use and Misuse of God's Creation - Ways human beings misuse natural resources

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify ways in which human beings misuse natural resources
- Explain the harmful effects of misusing natural resources on the environment
- Show concern for the proper use and conservation of natural resources

- In groups, discuss how communities misuse natural resources and write points on charts
- Interpret pictures depicting misuse of natural resources and discuss the effects shown
- Read and write a summary of points on the misuse of natural resources presented by fellow learners

How does the misuse of natural resources affect the environment and human life?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 34
- Charts
- Internet access

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

Creation

Use and Misuse of God's Creation - Benefits of natural resources to human beings

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe ways in which human beings benefit from natural resources
- Explain the importance of each natural resource to human survival
- Appreciate the value of God's natural resources in sustaining life

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In pairs, discuss how human beings benefit from natural resources and write on a poster
- Search the internet or library for information on how human beings use and benefit from natural resources
- Prepare a PowerPoint presentation on the uses and benefits of natural resources

In what ways do human beings benefit from the natural resources God has provided?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 35
- Internet access
- Posters

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

Creation

Use and Misuse of God's Creation - Effects of misusing natural resources

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the effects of misusing natural resources on the environment and on people
- Debate the motion that misuse of natural resources affects the environment
- Show responsibility in speaking out against the misuse of natural resources

- In groups, brainstorm the effects of misusing natural resources and write on posters
- Read and discuss points on the effects of misusing natural resources presented by fellow learners
- Hold a debate on the motion: "Misuse of natural resources affects the environment"

What are the consequences of misusing natural resources for communities and the environment?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 36
- Posters
- Exercise books

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Creation

Use and Misuse of God's Creation - Biblical teachings on good use of God's creation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain what the Bible teaches on the good use of God's creation
- Apply biblical teachings from Genesis 2:15, Exodus 23:10–11 and Deuteronomy 20:19 to conservation
- Commit to using God's creation responsibly as taught in the Bible

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, read Genesis 2:15, Exodus 23:10–11 and Deuteronomy 20:19 and discuss what the Bible teaches on good use of creation
- Write points on charts, present to the class and display in the classroom
- Compose and sing a song about God's creation and write lessons learnt from the song

What does the Bible teach us about using God's creation responsibly?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 37
- Bible
- Charts

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

Creation

Use and Misuse of God's Creation - Values guiding good use of natural resources and review

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify values — responsibility, respect, unity and love — that guide good use of natural resources
- Explain how each value applies to the use and conservation of natural resources
- Show commitment to conserving the environment through responsible use of natural resources

- Read and discuss values written by fellow learners on flashcards guiding good use of natural resources
- Organise a school cleaning activity, assign roles to groups and write a report on lessons learnt
- Review Lessons Learnt, What Will I Do and self-assessment questions and answer end-of-strand review questions

How do Christian values guide us in using and conserving God's natural resources?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 39
- Flashcard materials
- Exercise books

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Peer assessment

The Bible

Functions of the Bible - Importance of the Bible in society today

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the importance of the Bible in society today
- Describe how the Bible is used in different occasions and places
- Appreciate the Bible as the inspired Word of God that is different from other books

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In pairs, brainstorm how the Bible is used in different occasions and places and write points on charts
- Interpret pictures showing different ways the Bible is used and discuss why it is different from other books
- Read 2 Timothy 3:16–17 and Hebrews 4:12 and discuss what they teach about the importance of the Bible

Why is the Bible considered the most important book for Christians?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 41
- Bible
- Charts

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

The Bible

Functions of the Bible - The Bible as a guide for daily Christian living
Functions of the Bible - The role of the Bible in holistic growth

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe how the Bible provides guidance for daily Christian living
- Explain how Christians use the Bible in worship and in Christian ceremonies
- Show willingness to read and use the Bible as a guide in daily life

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, discuss how the Bible is used in spreading the Word of God and write points in exercise books
- Debate on the topic "Is the Bible useful in society?" selecting proposers and opposers
- Prepare a PowerPoint presentation on the importance of the Bible and present to the class

How does the Bible guide Christians in their daily lives and in worship?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 42
- Bible
- Internet access
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 44
- Exercise books

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

The Bible

Functions of the Bible - Ways God's Word inspires Christian service
Functions of the Bible - Planning and participating in Christian service

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify different types of services Christians engage in inspired by God's Word
- Explain how the Bible motivates Christians to serve God and humanity
- Embrace a spirit of service to others as inspired by the Word of God

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In pairs, discuss different types of services Christians engage in within their local community
- Read the story of Janet and Jones and answer questions on how the Word of God inspired their service
- Prepare a presentation on how God's Word inspires good service among Christians

How does the Word of God inspire Christians to serve God and other people?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 46
- Bible
- Charts
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 47
- Exercise books
- Dictionaries

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

The Bible
The Early Life of Jesus Christ

Functions of the Bible - Review and consolidation
Background to the Birth of Jesus Christ - Meaning of prophet and prophecy

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Summarise the key functions of the Bible in the life of a Christian
- Answer self-assessment questions on the importance, holistic role and service-inspiring functions of the Bible
- Show appreciation for the Bible as a source of guidance, growth and inspiration

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Review Lessons Learnt and What Will I Do sections from the course book
- Complete the self-assessment table on the three concepts: importance of the Bible, its role in holistic growth and how it inspires service
- Write a personal commitment on how to apply lessons learnt from the functions of the Bible

How do the different functions of the Bible apply to your life as a Christian learner?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 48
- Exercise books
- Peer assessment rubric
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 73
- Bible
- Charts

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Peer assessment

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

Background to the Birth of Jesus Christ - Isaiah's prophecy about the coming of Jesus Christ
Background to the Birth of Jesus Christ - Jeremiah's prophecy about the coming of Jesus Christ

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain Isaiah's prophecy about the coming of Jesus Christ from Isaiah 9:6–7
- Describe the characteristics of the kingdom that the prophesied King would establish
- Appreciate how God revealed His plan of salvation through Prophet Isaiah

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, read Isaiah 9:6–7 in turns and discuss what it prophesies about the coming of Jesus Christ
- Discuss the divine titles given to the prophesied King and the characteristics of His kingdom
- Write a summary of Isaiah's prophecy on charts and present to the class

What did Prophet Isaiah foretell about the coming of Jesus Christ and His kingdom?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 74
- Bible
- Charts
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 75
- Exercise books

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

Background to the Birth of Jesus Christ - Fulfilment of Old Testament prophecies in Jesus Christ

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe the ways in which Old Testament prophecies about the Messiah were fulfilled in the coming of Jesus Christ
- Explain the significance of Matthew 1:18–23 in fulfilling prophecy
- Show appreciation for how Jesus Christ fulfilled all that was prophesied about the Messiah

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, read Matthew 1:18–23 in turns and discuss how the coming of Jesus fulfilled Old Testament prophecies
- Discuss each point of fulfilment: lineage of David, virgin birth, name Immanuel and name Jesus as Saviour
- Write a summary on charts and present to the class

In what specific ways did the coming of Jesus Christ fulfil the Old Testament prophecies about the Messiah?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 76
- Bible
- Charts

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

Background to the Birth of Jesus Christ - Annunciation of the birth of John the Baptist
Background to the Birth of Jesus Christ - Review and consolidation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Narrate the annunciation of the birth of John the Baptist from Luke 1:5–25
- Describe the characters of Zechariah and Elizabeth and the angel's message to Zechariah
- Appreciate how God fulfils His promises even in seemingly impossible circumstances

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, read Luke 1:5–25 in turns and retell the story of the annunciation of John the Baptist's birth
- Discuss what Zechariah was doing when Angel Gabriel appeared and what message the angel brought
- Discuss why it was hard for Zechariah to believe the message and what happened as a result

How did God announce the coming birth of John the Baptist to Zechariah and what was the significance of this?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 77
- Bible
- Exercise books
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 78
- Peer assessment rubric

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

Annunciation of the Birth of John the Baptist - The birth of John the Baptist
Annunciation of the Birth of John the Baptist - Birth of John the Baptist and the coming of Jesus Christ

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Narrate the events surrounding the birth of John the Baptist from Luke 1:57–66
- Explain the significance of naming John the Baptist
- Appreciate the joy and fulfilment that came with the birth of John the Baptist

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, read Luke 1:57–66 in turns and retell the story of the birth of John the Baptist
- Read the story of Elizabeth, Zechariah and their family and answer questions on the naming of the baby
- Role-play the annunciation and birth of John the Baptist identifying main characters and using appropriate costumes

Why was the naming of John the Baptist a special event that caused wonder among all who witnessed it?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 80
- Bible
- Exercise books
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 81
- Charts

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

Annunciation of the Birth of John the Baptist - The message of John the Baptist to different groups

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe the message of John the Baptist to the crowd, tax collectors and soldiers from Luke 3:7–15
- Explain the relevance of John the Baptist's message of repentance and justice to society
- Show willingness to apply John the Baptist's message of honesty and sharing in daily life

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In pairs, read Luke 3:7–15 and discuss John the Baptist's specific messages to the crowd, tax collectors and soldiers
- Compose a poem on how the birth of John the Baptist relates to the coming of Jesus Christ and recite it to the class
- Read the story of Makeni village and answer questions on how John the Baptist's message changes society

What does the message of John the Baptist to different groups teach Christians about justice and righteous living?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 82
- Bible
- Exercise books

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

Annunciation of the Birth of John the Baptist - Applying the message of John the Baptist today

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify ways in which Christians apply the message of John the Baptist in their lives today
- Discuss evils in modern society that John the Baptist would condemn if present today
- Embrace the values of honesty, sharing and repentance as taught by John the Baptist

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, discuss ways Christians apply the message of John the Baptist in their lives today
- Dramatise how Christians apply the teachings of John the Baptist in their daily lives
- Identify evils in the community and discuss how John the Baptist's message can be applied to address them

How can Christians apply the message of John the Baptist to deal with the evils present in society today?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 83
- Bible
- Exercise books

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

Annunciation of the Birth of John the Baptist - Values from John the Baptist and review

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify values Christians need in order to avoid the evils condemned by John the Baptist
- Explain how each identified value applies in daily Christian living
- Show commitment to practising the values taught through the life and message of John the Baptist

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In pairs, discuss the meaning of values and identify values Christians need to avoid evils condemned by John the Baptist
- Write the values in exercise books and discuss how to apply them in daily life
- Review Lessons Learnt, What Will I Do and complete the self-assessment table for the sub-strand

Which values should Christians embrace in response to the message of John the Baptist?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 84
- Flashcard materials
- Exercise books

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Peer assessment

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

Annunciation of the Birth of John the Baptist - Role play and consolidation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Perform a role play of key events in the annunciation and birth of John the Baptist
- Summarise the key themes from the sub-strand in their own words
- Appreciate the significance of John the Baptist's birth as a turning point in the history of salvation

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, stage a role play of the annunciation and birth of John the Baptist identifying characters, props and costumes
- Record the performance using a digital device and discuss lessons learnt
- Write a summary of the main events and themes covered in the sub-strand

What is the significance of the annunciation and birth of John the Baptist in the history of salvation?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 85
- Digital devices
- Bible

- Observation - Oral questions - Peer assessment