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
Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 3-4

Oral questions

CREATION

VIRTUES RELATED TO CHRISTIAN WORK ETHICS

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

-Discuss virtues related to Christian work ethics.
-Define work ethics.
-Desire to exercise virtues related to Christian work ethics.

- In pairs learners to do activity four on page five, discuss the meaning of the term "work ethics".
- In groups, learners read through activity five, page six.

What are Christian work ethics?

Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 5-6
Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 5-7

- Oral questions - Written quiz

CREATION

WORK: CAREER PATHS

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

-Define what is a career.
-Discuss requirements of various careers.
-Desire to choose subjects depending on career pathways.

- In groups learners to do activity seven on pages eight to nine.
- In groups brainstorm on other careers.
- Write their careers aspirations on flashcards and share with the class.

What is career?

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

- Making flashcards - Assessment - Checklist

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

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

- Oral questions - Written exercise

THE BIBLE

CHRISTIAN MORAL VALUES: FORBIDDEN SEXUAL PRACTICES

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

-Describe forbidden sexual practices outlined in the Bible.
-Mention sexual behaviors forbidden in society today.
-Desire to live a life free of forbidden sexual practices.

- Work with peers to read Galatians 5:19 and Leviticus 18:5-18, 20:23 and use power point slides or charts to list forbidden sexual practices.
- In groups learners to read what Joel, Grace and Tabitha are saying on page 20-21.

What are forbidden sexual practices?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 19-21
- Good News Bible
- Computer or television
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 14-15
- Good News Bible

Oral questions

THE BIBLE

CHRISTIAN MORAL VALUES: WAYS TO AVOID BEING LURED INTO FORBIDDEN SEXUAL PRACTICES
CHRISTIAN MORAL VALUES AND LIFE SKILLS THAT FOSTER SEXUAL PURITY

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

-Discuss forbidden sexual practices.
-Mentioned ways in which you can avoid being lured into forbidden sexual practices.
-Desire to practice sexual purity.

- Learners in groups to do activity eight on page 24.
- Learners to read Romans 1:26-27.

Which are some of the ways you can avoid being lured into forbidden sexual practices?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 24-25
- Good News Bible
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 25-29

- Oral questions - Observation

THE BIBLE

WOMAN JUDGE: DEBORAH

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

-Define the term leadership.
-Mention women leaders and the roles they play.
-Appreciate leadership qualities portrayed by women leaders.

- Discuss the meaning of the term leadership.
- What are some of the qualities of a good leader?
- In groups, list women leaders in school, church, and government positions.

What is leadership?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 30
- Pictures of women in leadership

- Oral questions - 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

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

- Observation - Oral question - Written exercise

THE BIBLE

KINGS DAVID AND SOLOMON

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

-Study a family tree.
-Draw a personal family tree.
-Appreciate the concept of family ancestry.

- In pairs, study Kioko's family tree.
- Identify Kioko's family members who lived a long time ago.
- List names of members of their family including ones who lived a long time ago.
- Present the names in form of a family tree.

What is a family tree?

- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 37
- Family tree diagram
- Good News Bible
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 37-38
- Digital devices

- Family tree diagram - Oral questions

THE BIBLE

KINGS DAVID AND SOLOMON: IMPORTANCE OF DAVID AS A KING IN ISRAEL
QUALITIES OF A GOOD LEADER DERIVED FROM KING DAVID'S LEADERSHIP

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

-Read 1 Samuel 16:1-23 and 2 Samuel 6:1-15.
-Analyze the importance of David as a king.
-Desire to choose leaders from integrity in school and in the community.

- In turns learners read 1st Samuel 16:1-23 and 2nd Samuel 6:1-15 and write key points on the importance of David as a king of Israel.
- Learners in groups read what teacher Joshua wrote on the importance of David as a king of Israel.

What was the importance of David as a king in Israel?

- Good News Bible
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 39-40
- Flashcards
- Digital devices
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 41-43
- Flash cards
- Good News Bible

- Written quiz - Oral question

THE BIBLE

ACHIEVEMENTS OF KING SOLOMON

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

-Describe the achievements of king Solomon.
-Outline lessons learned from king Solomon leadership.
-Appreciates the achievements made by leaders.

- In groups Learners to use print resources or Internet to search on achievements of king Solomon and make short notes.

What are the achievements of King Solomon?

- Digital devices
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 43-44
- Print resources

- Written expressions - Oral question

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

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

- Oral questions - Written expression - Checklist

THE BIBLE
THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

KINGS DAVID AND SOLOMON: ASSESSMENT
RAISING THE WIDOW'S SON: The Miracle at Nain

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

-Brainstorm the lessons in sub-strand learnt.
-Answer questions on self assessment.
-Appreciate the learning from Kings David and Solomon.

- In groups, brainstorm the lessons learnt in the sub-strand on king David and Solomon and Answer questions on self assessment.

What are the answers on self assessment questions?

- Digital devices
- Mentor CRE Learner's Book page 48
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 37
-Good News Bible

- Oral questions - Written expression - Self-assessment

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

RAISING THE WIDOW'S SON: Biblical Account
RAISING THE WIDOW'S SON: Compassion of Jesus

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

-Read and analyze Luke 7:11-16
-Identify key elements of the miracle
-Desire to believe in God's power over death

-Read Luke 7:11-16 and make notes on the raising of the widow's son
-Discuss the condition of the widow before and after the miracle

Why is it important to believe in the resurrection as Christians?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 37
-Good News Bible
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 38
-Digital devices

Oral questions -Written exercises

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

RAISING THE WIDOW'S SON: Showing Compassion

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

-Apply lessons on compassion in day-to-day life
-Devise ways to help those in need
-Desire to be an agent of hope to others

-Visit and pray for the sick at home and school
-Share personal experiences of showing compassion to others

How can we be agents of hope to those suffering?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 38
-Resource materials

Observation -Oral questions

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

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: Expressing Gratitude
HEALING THE TEN LEPERS: Poem of Gratitude

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

-Devise ways of showing gratitude to God in day-to-day life
-Share personal experiences of gratitude
-Develop a habit of thanksgiving

-Share experiences of how they express gratitude to God and those who show them kindness
-List ways to express gratitude in daily situations

How can we express gratitude in our daily lives?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 45
-Good News Bible
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 46
-Writing materials

Oral questions -Written expressions

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

HEALING THE TEN LEPERS: Songs of Thanksgiving
PARABLE ON PRAYER: Introduction to Parables

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

-Express gratitude through songs
-Apply lessons learnt by showing kindness to others
-Desire to express gratitude always

-In groups compose a song of thanksgiving and sing it in class
-Discuss how showing gratitude impacts relationships

Why is gratitude important in our relationship with God and others?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 46
-Music resources
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 51
-Flashcards

Observation schedule -Peer evaluation

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

PARABLE ON PRAYER: Experience of Persistent Prayer

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

-Share experiences of persistent prayer
-Describe situations requiring perseverance in prayer
-Appreciate the value of persistence

-In pairs share experiences of how they prayed persistently for an issue/challenge
-Discuss obstacles to persistent prayer

What challenges do we face in prayer?

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

Oral questions -Observation

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

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

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

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

Oral questions -Written exercise

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

JESUS' MINISTRY IN JERUSALEM: Lessons from Temple Cleansing
JESUS' MINISTRY IN JERUSALEM: Conflict with Leaders

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

-Discuss lessons from the cleansing of the temple
-Apply these lessons to personal life
-Desire to maintain purity in all aspects of life

-Discuss lessons learnt from the cleansing of the Temple and make notes
-Share experiences on how they resolve conflicts at home, school and the community

What does temple cleansing teach us about worship today?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 67
-Good News Bible
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 68

Oral questions -Observation

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

JESUS' MINISTRY IN JERUSALEM: Lessons from Conflicts
JESUS' MINISTRY IN JERUSALEM: Issues of Authority

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

-Outline lessons from Jesus' conflicts with leaders
-Apply these lessons to personal conflicts
-Desire to handle opposition wisely

-Outline lessons learnt from this conflict and make a PowerPoint presentation or use charts for display in class

How can we apply Jesus' teachings in resolving conflicts today?

MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 68
-Digital devices
MENTOR CRE Learner's Book page 69
-Good News Bible

Written expressions -Presentation assessment

THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

JESUS' MINISTRY IN JERUSALEM: Civic Duties

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

-Debate on civic and religious duties
-Apply Jesus' teachings to contemporary issues
-Desire to be responsible citizens and faithful believers

-Debate on a motion titled, 'Christians have a moral obligation to pay taxes to the government and tithes & offerings to God'

What are our obligations to God and to the government?

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

Observation schedule -Peer evaluation