Ways of Protection, How God Protects Us for Primary 1

Class: Primary One
Term: First Term
Subject: Christian Religion Studies
Curriculum Theme:
Previous lesson: The Significance of Christmas, Remembering Jesus
Topic: Ways of Protection – How God Protects Us
Content/Learning Area: Understanding and identifying various ways in which God protects us, Reciting the memory verse
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Performance objectives

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

• Cognitive Domain:

1. Understand the various ways God protects us.
2. Identify examples of God’s protection.
3. Affective Domain:
4. Express gratitude for God’s protection.
5. Demonstrate trust in God’s care.
6. Psychomotor Domain:
7. Recite the memory verse.
8. Social Domain:
9. Share personal experiences of God’s protection.

Reference Materials

• 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
• Abuja Educational Resource Center Scheme of Work
• NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
• Online Details
• Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

To deliver this lesson,the teacher will use the following materials:

• Whiteboard or chart paper
• Markers or crayons
• Bible

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps children understand God’s love and constant protection,fostering faith and trust. It builds a foundation for future lessons on faith and reliance on God.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

The teacher will begin by asking pupils to share times they felt safe or protected. A brief discussion about feeling loved and cared for will transition into the lesson’s topic.

Lesson Content

Ways of Protection

God protects us in many ways, similar to how a loving parent cares for their child. Here are some examples:

Guardian Angels

God sends angels to watch over and protect us from harm (Psalm 91:11). These angels are like special messengers ensuring our safety.

Strength and courage

God provides strength and courage to face challenges (Isaiah 41:10). He helps us be brave and overcome obstacles.

Guidance

God guides our steps and helps us make wise decisions (Proverbs 3:5-6). He provides direction and helps us choose the right path.

Comfort

God comforts us during sadness or fear (psalm 23:4). He offers comfort and support when needed.

Love

god’s love surrounds and protects us,showing we are cared for (Romans 8:38-39).His love is like a protective hug.

Provision

God provides for our needs (Matthew 6:26-27).He ensures we have what we need for a happy and healthy life.

Safety

God keeps us safe from dangers, even those we’re unaware of (psalm 121:7-8). He watches over us and protects us from harm.

Salvation

God offers the greatest protection by saving us from sin’s consequences (john 3:16). He offers forgiveness and a new life wiht Him.

Teaching Methods

to deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Discussion, Question and answer, storytelling

Instructional Procedures

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: Asks pupils to share times they felt safe or protected.
Pupils’ Activity: Share personal experiences.

Step 2: Explanation of Key Concepts

Time: 15 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explaining
Teacher’s Activity: Explains the different ways God protects us (angels, strength, guidance, comfort, love, provision, safety, salvation).
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and ask questions.

step 3: Demonstration/Guided Practice

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching skill: Modeling
Teacher’s Activity: Recites the memory verse and provides examples of each way God protects us.
Pupils’ Activity: Repeat the memory verse and participate in discussions.

Step 4: Self-Reliant Practice

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Monitoring
Teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils in answering evaluation questions.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer evaluation questions individually.

Step 5: note-Taking

Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarizing
Teacher’s Activity: Summarizes key points of the lesson.
Pupils’ Activity: Take notes.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Assessing
Teacher’s Activity: Reviews answers to evaluation questions.
Pupils’ Activity: Participate in review.

Objective-aligned checks:

1. Identify examples of God’s protection.
2. Demonstrate trust in God’s care.
3. Recite the memory verse.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarizing
Teacher’s Activity: Reviews the key points and encourages pupils to reflect on how God protects them daily.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen and reflect.

Lesson Keywords

• Guardian Angels – Spiritual beings sent by God to protect us.
• Strength – The power God gives us to face challenges.
• Guidance – Direction from God to make wise decisions.
• comfort – god’s presence that eases our sadness and fear.
• Provision – God’s act of providing for our needs.
• Salvation – God’s rescue from sin and its consequences.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

1. How does God show His love and protection?
2. Name three ways God protects us.
3. Why is it vital to trust in God’s protection?
4. How can we show our gratitude for God’s protection?

Assignment/Homework

1. Draw a picture showing how God protects them.
2. Share a story with your family about a time you felt God’s protection.

Differentiation

• For slower learners: Provide one-on-one assistance and use simpler language.
• For advanced learners: Encourage them to research additional ways God protects us.
• For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, storytelling, and activities that involve movement.

Note for Teachers

encourage pupils to share personal experiences of God’s protection to make the lesson more relatable. Emphasize that God’s protection is always present, even when it’s not immediately obvious.