Class: Primary One
Term: First Term
Subject: Christian Religion Studies
Curriculum Theme:
Previous Lesson: The Birth of Jesus, The Angelic Visit to Mary
Topic: The birth of Jesus
Content/Learning Area: how Jesus Was Born, Where Jesus Was Born, Why Jesus Was Born
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Performance Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

Mention the place and town of Jesus’ birth.
Explain why Jesus was born.
Affective Domain:
Show appreciation for GodS love.
Psychomotor Domain:
Recite the memory verse.
Social Domain:
share their understanding with others.

reference Materials

9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
Abuja Educational Resource Center Scheme of work
NAPPS National Unified Scheme of work
Online Information
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

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

Whiteboard or chart
Markers or chalk
Pictures depicting the birth of Jesus

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding the birth of Jesus is fundamental to Christian faith. This lesson lays the groundwork for future lessons on Jesus’ life, ministry, and teachings, fostering a deeper understanding of Christian beliefs.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

The teacher will start by asking pupils what they know about Christmas and the birth of Jesus. A brief discussion will follow, creating excitement and anticipation for the lesson.

Lesson Content

The Birth of Jesus – How, Where, and Why He was Born

Jesus’ birth, foretold by prophecy, occurred in a humble manger in Bethlehem. His arrival was notable because God loves humanity and sent Jesus to save people from sin and offer eternal life through faith (John 3:16).

How jesus Was Born

Jesus’ birth was remarkably simple. He was born in a stable, a place for animals, and laid in a manger, a feeding trough for animals. This highlights the humility of his arrival.

Where Jesus Was Born

Jesus was born in Bethlehem, a small town in Judea, historically known as the “City of David” as King David was born there. Other examples of significant places in the Bible are:

Nazareth: Where Jesus grew up.
Jerusalem: The location of the Temple and significant events in Jesus’ life.
Galilee: Where Jesus performed many miracles.

Why Jesus Was Born

Jesus’ birth was to save the world from sin. God’s love for humanity is demonstrated by sending Jesus to Earth to pay for our sins. Believing in Jesus offers eternal life. Other reasons include:

To fulfill prophecies: Many Old Testament prophecies foretold the coming of the Messiah.
To show God’s love: Jesus’ birth demonstrates God’s immense love for humanity.
To offer a new covenant: Jesus’ birth marked the beginning of a new covenant between God and humanity.

Teaching Methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Discussion, Question and answer, Storytelling, visual aids.

Instructional Procedures

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

Step 1: Introduction (The Teaching Skill for this step MUST be “Set Induction”)

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Asks pupils what they know about Christmas and the birth of Jesus.
Pupils’ Activity: Share their prior knowledge and experiences.

Step 2: Description of Key Concepts

Time: 15 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explaining
Teacher’s Activity: Explains the story of Jesus’ birth, focusing on where and why He was born.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and ask clarifying questions.

Step 3: Presentation/Guided Practice

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching skill: Modeling
Teacher’s Activity: Shows pictures of Bethlehem and a manger,reciting the memory verse.
pupils’ Activity: repeat the memory verse and answer questions about the story.

Step 4: Self-reliant Practice

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

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 2 minutes
teaching Skill: Summarizing
Teacher’s Activity: Summarizes key points on the board.
Pupils’ Activity: Copy key points into their notebooks.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

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

Objective-aligned checks:

Mention the place and town of Jesus’ birth.
Explain why Jesus was born.
Recite the memory verse.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarizing
Teacher’s Activity: Summarizes the key points and assigns homework.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen and note the homework assignment.

Lesson Keywords

Bethlehem – The town where Jesus was born.
Manger – A feeding trough for animals, where Jesus was laid after birth.
Salvation – Deliverance from sin and its consequences through faith in Jesus.
Prophecy – A prediction of future events,often found in the Bible.
Nativity – The birth of Jesus Christ.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

Where was Jesus born?
Why did God send Jesus to earth?
what dose the birth of Jesus teach us about God’s love?
Why was Jesus born in a manger?

Assignment/Homework

Draw a picture of the nativity scene.
Write a short paragraph about what the birth of Jesus means to you.
Recite the memory verse to your parents or guardians.

Differentiation

For slower learners: Provide one-on-one assistance and use simpler language.
For advanced learners: encourage them to research further about the historical context of Jesus’ birth.
For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, storytelling, and role-playing activities to engage different learning styles.

Note for Teachers

Ensure to use visual aids and interactive methods to keep the pupils engaged. Emphasize the message of God’s love and the significance of Jesus’ birth in a way that is relatable and understandable for primary one pupils.