CREATION

WORK: GOD WORKED

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Define the word work.
-Interpret the scriptures on work to foster responsibility.
-Desire to exercise responsibility in daily activities.

- Learners to brainstorm on the meaning of the word work.
- Guide learner to discuss how God worked.
- Learners in groups study the Bible to outline the teachings on work.

What is work?

Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 1-4

Oral questions

CREATION

WORK: GOD WORKED
VIRTUES RELATED TO CHRISTIAN WORK ETHICS

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain why Christians should work hard.
-Outline Biblical teachings about work.
-Desire to work hard.

- In groups, read Biblical verses on work (Proverbs 6:6-11, Proverbs 10:4, Exodus 20:11, Genesis 2:1-3).
- Outline the Biblical teachings about work.
- Interpret the scripture on work by answering questions in a table.

Why should you work hard as a Christian?

Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 3-4
Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 5-6

- Oral questions - Written exercises

CREATION

VIRTUES RELATED TO CHRISTIAN WORK ETHICS
WORK: CAREER PATHS

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Identify virtues related to Christian work ethics.
-Explain the importance of virtues related to work.
-Desire to practice virtues related to work.

- Using online resources or relevant textbooks, search for virtues that are related to work.
- Discuss the virtues related to work identified.
- Share findings with classmates.

How can you apply Christian virtues in your work?

Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 5-7
- Flashcards
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 8-11

- Oral questions - Group presentations

CREATION
THE BIBLE

WORK: POSITIVE ATTITUDE TOWARDS WORK
CHRISTIAN MORAL VALUES: SEXUAL PURITY

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Discuss what is positive attitude.
-Explain how to have positive attitude towards work.
-Desire to have positive attitude towards work.

- Discuss the statement having a positive attitude towards work and write key points in their notebooks for presentation in class.
- Write and keep a journal on careers they aspire to undertake and how to work towards them and share them with the peers.

How can we have positive attitude towards work?

Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 12-14
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 16-18
- Good News Bible

- Writing Journals - Observation Schedule - Oral questions

THE BIBLE

CHRISTIAN MORAL VALUES: SEXUAL PURITY
CHRISTIAN MORAL VALUES: FORBIDDEN SEXUAL PRACTICES

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Identify moral values that young people should uphold.
-Explain how CRE promotes sound moral and religious values.
-Desire to have moral values that will uphold in daily life.

- Learners in pairs brainstorm on moral values.
- Discuss other values that help young people to overcome sins.

Which are Christian morals that a young person should uphold?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 16-19
- Good News Bible
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 19-21
- Good News Bible
- Computer or television

- Oral questions - Written exercise

THE BIBLE

CHRISTIAN MORAL VALUES: FORBIDDEN SEXUAL PRACTICES
CHRISTIAN MORAL VALUES: WAYS TO AVOID BEING LURED INTO FORBIDDEN SEXUAL PRACTICES

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Identify how youth are tempted into sexual practices.
-Explain ways to avoid getting lured into forbidden sexual practices.
-Desire to avoid forbidden sexual practices.

- In groups, describe some of the sexual perversions in society today.
- Discuss how the youth are tempted and trapped into these practices.
- Discuss how the youth can avoid getting lured into forbidden sexual practices.

How are youth lured into forbidden sexual practices?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 14-15
- Good News Bible
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 24-25

- Group presentations - Oral questions

THE BIBLE

CHRISTIAN MORAL VALUES AND LIFE SKILLS THAT FOSTER SEXUAL PURITY
WOMAN JUDGE: DEBORAH

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Mention moral values and life skills that promote sexual purity.
-Write a prayer based on Matthew 1:6.
-Purpose to avoid sexual perversity.

- Learners in pairs study the crossword puzzle in activity 11 on page 25.
- Learners individually explain how each moral value and life skills identified help them promote sexual purity.
- Learners in group read diary entries.
- Learners recite the poem.

Which moral values and life skills promote sexual purity?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 25-29
- Good News Bible
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 30
- Pictures of women in leadership

- Oral question - Word puzzle - Written exercise - Observation

THE BIBLE

WOMAN JUDGE: DEBORAH
QUALITIES PORTRAYED BY DEBORAH AS A JUDGE IN ISRAEL

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-List women leaders and the roles they play.
-List the roles played by women leaders.
-Decide to emulate leadership qualities portrayed by women leaders.

- Organize into three groups: list women leaders in school, church, and government positions.
- Discuss and list good leadership qualities you can emulate from the women leaders identified.

Which are qualities portrayed by women leaders?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 30-31
- Pictures of women in leadership
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 32-34
- Good News Bible

- Observation - Group presentations

THE BIBLE

QUALITIES PORTRAYED BY DEBORAH AS A JUDGE IN ISRAEL
JUDGE DEBORAH

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain how Deborah helped the Israelites.
-Identify leadership qualities from Deborah's story.
-Desire to emulate Deborah's leadership qualities.

- Read the story of Israelites oppressed by King Jabin and how Deborah helped them.
- Analyze the leadership qualities that Judge Deborah portrayed.
- Explain how Deborah helped the Israelites defeat the Canaanites.

What leadership qualities did Deborah display?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 32-34
- Good News Bible
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 24
- Crossword puzzle

- Written exercise - Oral question

THE BIBLE

JUDGE DEBORAH
KINGS DAVID AND SOLOMON

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Deduce lesson learned from the leadership of judge Deborah.
-Write a prayer for their leaders.
-Appreciate those in leadership by respecting them.

- As a class learner to watch a movie on judge Deborah.
- In groups learners brainstorm on lessons learnt from the leadership of Judge Deborah and make short notes.

What do we learn from the leadership of Judge Deborah?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 34-36
- Digital devices
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 37
- Family tree diagram

- Observation - Oral question - Written exercise

THE BIBLE

KINGS DAVID AND SOLOMON
KINGS DAVID AND SOLOMON: IMPORTANCE OF DAVID AS A KING IN ISRAEL

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Analyze the importance of David as a king and ancestor of Jesus Christ.
-Explain the relationship between Joseph, David, Abraham and Jesus Christ.
-Desire to belong to family like David.

- Individually learners to list names of members in their family tree.
- Brainstorm the meaning of the word ancestor.
- Conduct a buzz session on king David as an ancestor of Jesus Christ.

Why was King David a man after God's own heart?

- Good News Bible
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 37-38
- Digital devices
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 39-40
- Flashcards

- Observation - Oral question

THE BIBLE

QUALITIES OF A GOOD LEADER DERIVED FROM KING DAVID'S LEADERSHIP
ACHIEVEMENTS OF KING SOLOMON

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Outline qualities of a good leader from King David's leadership.
-Match qualities with their correct explanation.
-Appreciate the leaders with good qualities.

- In groups, learners discuss and make notes on the characteristics of a good leader.
- Use print materials or search in the Internet on good leadership qualities portrayed by King David.

What are the qualities of a good leader?

- Digital devices
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 41-43
- Flash cards
- Good News Bible
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 43-44
- Print resources

- Checklist - Oral question - Written expression

THE BIBLE

FAILURES OF KING SOLOMON
WAYS IN WHICH KING SOLOMON PORTRAYED WISDOM IN HIS LEADERSHIP

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Describe the failures of King Solomon.
-Mention things that led to the failure of King Solomon.
-Decide not to have failures when they lead.

In small groups learners use digital devices to search on the failures of King Solomon and make short notes.

What are the failures of King Solomon?

- Digital devices
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 44-46
- Good News Bible
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 46-47

- Oral question - Written expression

THE BIBLE

CHOOSING LEADERS IN SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITY
KINGS DAVID AND SOLOMON: ASSESSMENT

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Brainstorm on qualities to consider in choosing leaders at school, church, and the community.
-Outline qualities of a good leader.
-Desire to choose leaders of integrity.

- In groups, learners brainstorm on qualities to consider in choosing leaders at school, church and community and make a presentation using a chat or digital device.

What are the qualities of a good leader?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 46-47
- Charts and digital devices
- Digital devices
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 48

- Oral questions - Written expression - Checklist

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

RAISING THE WIDOW'S SON: The Miracle at Nain
RAISING THE WIDOW'S SON: Biblical Account

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Elaborate the miracle of raising the Widow's son at Nain
-Interpret lessons learnt from the miracle
-Desire to appreciate God's power over life and death

-In pairs learners to share experiences of challenges they have faced as a family (e.g. losing loved ones/close relatives)
-Discuss how they coped/cope with grief or loss

Why should you trust in God when faced with challenges?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 37
-Good News Bible

Oral questions -Written expressions

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

RAISING THE WIDOW'S SON: Compassion of Jesus
RAISING THE WIDOW'S SON: Showing Compassion

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Discuss Jesus' compassion as shown in the miracle
-Model the value of compassion as portrayed by Jesus Christ
-Desire to show compassion to others

-Use a digital device or write on charts how they show compassion to the needy or the suffering
-Discuss ways to show compassion in everyday situations

How can we demonstrate compassion like Jesus did?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 38
-Digital devices
-Resource materials

Oral questions -Observation

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

RAISING THE WIDOW'S SON: Hope in Resurrection
RAISING THE WIDOW'S SON: Creative Response

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Relate the miracle to the Christian hope in resurrection
-Interpret John 11:25 in relation to resurrection hope
-Appreciate God's power over life and death

-Write John 11:25 on flashcards and meditate on it
-Discuss the connection between this miracle and Christian belief in resurrection

How does this miracle demonstrate God's power over death?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 39
-Flashcards
-Creative materials

Written expressions -Oral questions

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

HEALING THE TEN LEPERS: The Miracle Account
HEALING THE TEN LEPERS: Role Play

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Describe the healing of the ten lepers
-Identify key elements of the miracle
-Desire to understand the importance of gratitude

-In turns read Luke 17:11-19 and make a presentation in class using a chart or a digital device

How did the 10 lepers show gratitude to God?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 44
-Good News Bible
-Role play materials

Oral questions -Observation

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

HEALING THE TEN LEPERS: Lessons from the Miracle
HEALING THE TEN LEPERS: Expressing Gratitude

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Discuss lessons learnt from the miracle
-Analyze why gratitude is important
-Desire to express gratitude in all circumstances

-In pairs discuss lessons learnt from this miracle and share with the class
-Identify key themes: gratitude, faith, obedience

What lessons can we learn from the healing of the ten lepers?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 45
-Good News Bible

Oral questions -Written expressions

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

HEALING THE TEN LEPERS: Poem of Gratitude
HEALING THE TEN LEPERS: Songs of Thanksgiving

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Express gratitude through creative writing
-Apply lessons from the miracle to personal life
-Desire to be thankful in all circumstances

-Compose a poem to thank God, parents/guardians or a friend and recite it
-Share poems with the class

How can we cultivate an attitude of gratitude?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 46
-Writing materials
-Music resources

Oral assessment -Written expressions

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

PARABLE ON PRAYER: Introduction to Parables
PARABLE ON PRAYER: Experience of Persistent Prayer

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Define what a parable is
-Explain the purpose of Jesus' parables
-Appreciate parables as teaching tools

-In pairs brainstorm the meaning of the word parable, write it on flashcards and share with the class
-Discuss why Jesus taught using parables

Why did Jesus teach using parables?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 51
-Flashcards
-Good News Bible

Oral questions -Written exercises

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

PARABLE ON PRAYER: A Friend at Midnight
PARABLE ON PRAYER: Role Play

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Elaborate the parable of a friend at midnight
-Analyze the key elements of the parable
-Desire to pray persistently

-Read Luke 11:5-13 and discuss in groups the parable of a friend at midnight
-Identify key elements of the parable

Why should Christians pray at all times?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 52
-Good News Bible
-Role play materials

Oral questions -Written exercises

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

PARABLE ON PRAYER: Lessons and Applications
PARABLE ON PRAYER: Prayer Journal

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Interpret lessons learnt from the parable
-Apply these lessons in personal prayer life
-Desire to be persistent in prayer

-Prepare PowerPoint slides or charts on lessons learnt from the parable of a friend at midnight and make a presentation in class

What lessons can we learn from this parable?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 53
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Journals

Oral questions -Written expressions

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

NICODEMUS' ENCOUNTER WITH JESUS CHRIST: The Night Visit
NICODEMUS' ENCOUNTER WITH JESUS CHRIST: Born Again

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain Nicodemus' encounter with Jesus Christ
-Analyze why Nicodemus came at night
-Appreciate the significance of seeking truth

-Read John 3:1-16 and make summary notes on Nicodemus' encounter with Jesus Christ
-Discuss why Nicodemus came to Jesus at night

Why did Nicodemus come to Jesus at night?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 56
-Good News Bible
-Digital devices

Oral questions -Written exercise

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

JESUS' MINISTRY IN JERUSALEM: Triumphant Entry
JESUS' MINISTRY IN JERUSALEM: Biblical Account

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Elaborate Jesus Christ's triumphant entry into Jerusalem
-Identify key events of Palm Sunday
-Appreciate the significance of this event

-Share experiences on what happens on Palm Sunday, as practiced by some churches
-Watch a video clip on Jesus Christ's triumphant entry into Jerusalem

Why was Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem important?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 64
-Digital devices
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 65
-Good News Bible
-Charts

Oral questions -Written expressions

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

JESUS' MINISTRY IN JERUSALEM: Cleansing the Temple
JESUS' MINISTRY IN JERUSALEM: Lessons from Temple Cleansing

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Describe Jesus' cleansing of the temple
-Analyze why Jesus was upset with the activities in the temple
-Desire to maintain sanctity in places of worship

-In groups brainstorm on ways the Church premise is misused today
-Read Luke 19:45-48 on Jesus Christ's cleansing of the temple

Why was Jesus opposed by the Jewish leaders?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 66
-Good News Bible
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 67

Oral questions -Written exercise

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

JESUS' MINISTRY IN JERUSALEM: Conflict with Leaders
JESUS' MINISTRY IN JERUSALEM: Lessons from Conflicts

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Analyze Jesus' conflict with the Jewish leaders
-Identify the sources of conflict
-Appreciate Jesus' wisdom in handling opposition

-Read Luke 20:1-8,20-39 and discuss conflicts between Jesus Christ and the Jewish leaders
-Identify the different groups that opposed Jesus

What were the causes of conflict between Jesus and religious leaders?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 68
-Good News Bible
-Digital devices

Oral questions -Written exercise

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

JESUS' MINISTRY IN JERUSALEM: Issues of Authority
JESUS' MINISTRY IN JERUSALEM: Civic Duties

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Discuss Jesus' teachings on authority and obedience
-Analyze Jesus' response to questions about taxes
-Appreciate the importance of obeying both God and authorities

-Discuss Jesus' teaching on paying taxes
-Relate it to contemporary issues of civic responsibility

What does Jesus teach about respecting authority?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 69
-Good News Bible

Oral questions -Written expressions

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

JESUS' PASSION, DEATH AND RESURRECTION: The Lord's Supper
JESUS' PASSION, DEATH AND RESURRECTION: Events at Mount Olives

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain the institution of the Lord's Supper
-Discuss its significance to Christians today
-Desire to participate in communion meaningfully

-In groups conduct a buzz session on the meaning of the Lord's Supper
-Share experiences of how they celebrate the Lord's Supper/Lord's Table/Holy Communion/Eucharist/Sacrament in their churches

What is the significance of the Lord's Supper?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 70
-Good News Bible
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 71
-Digital devices

Oral questions -Written expressions

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

JESUS' PASSION, DEATH AND RESURRECTION: Peter's Denial
JESUS' PASSION, DEATH AND RESURRECTION: Role Play

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Describe Peter's denial of Jesus
-Analyze factors that led to the denial
-Desire to remain faithful in challenging circumstances

-In pairs share experiences on when they were betrayed by close friends or relatives
-Take turns to read Luke 22:54-62 on Peter's betrayal of Jesus Christ
-Discuss lessons they learnt from the betrayal

What can we learn from Peter's denial of Jesus?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 72
-Good News Bible
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 73
-Role play materials

Oral questions -Observation schedule

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

JESUS' PASSION, DEATH AND RESURRECTION: Trial and Crucifixion
JESUS' PASSION, DEATH AND RESURRECTION: The Resurrection

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Summarise the events that took place between the arrest and the burial of Jesus Christ
-Analyze the injustice in the trial process
-Appreciate the sacrifice of Jesus

-Watch a video on the events that took place between the arrest and the burial of Jesus Christ and make summary notes (Luke 22:63-71, 23:1-56)

Why was Jesus' sacrifice necessary?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 74
-Digital devices
-Good News Bible
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 75

Oral questions -Written expressions

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

JESUS' PASSION, DEATH AND RESURRECTION: Significance of Resurrection
JESUS' PASSION, DEATH AND RESURRECTION: Application of Lessons

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Discuss the importance of Christ's resurrection to the Christian faith
-Apply resurrection hope to daily challenges
-Appreciate Christ's resurrection as a sign of eternal life

-In groups brainstorm on the importance of Christ's resurrection to Christians today
-Write a reflection on how resurrection hope impacts daily living

How is the resurrection of Jesus Christ important to Christians today?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 75
-Good News Bible
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 76
-Charts

Oral questions -Written expressions