class: primary 2
Term: 3rd Term
Week: 6
Age: 8 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: Christian Religion Studies
Previous Lesson: Deliverance Of The Israelites, The Birth Of MosesCurriculum Theme: Christian Religion studies
Previous Lesson:
Topic: Crossing The Red Sea
Content/Learning Area: Crossing The Red Sea
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
Cognitive Domain:
Describe how the Israelites crossed the Red Sea through God’s miraculous power.
Affective Domain:
Show interest in trusting and obeying God like the Israelites.
Psychomotor Domain:
Draw a simple picture of Moses dividing the Red Sea.
Social domain:
Work together in groups to retell the story of the Red Sea crossing.
Reference Materials
The following resources were used in planning this lesson:
- 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Center Scheme of Work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Online Information from: wikipedia – Crossing the Red Sea
- Relevant textbooks
Instructional Materials
the teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Holy Bible
- Large picture/chart of Moses parting the red sea
- Story flashcards of the Exodus event
- Drawing paper and crayons
- Audio playback of Bible story (if available)
Rationale for the Lesson
To help pupils understand gods power in delivering His people and the importance of faith and obedience.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils have learned about God’s care and miracles in the life of Moses and the Israelites.
Lesson Content
Crossing The Red Sea
God saved the israelites from Pharaoh by helping them cross the Red Sea. He did this through Moses to show His power and love.
Memory Verse: The Lord shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace. — Exodus 14:14
Bible Readings
- Exodus 14:1–31
The Story of the Red Sea Crossing
God told Moses to lead the Israelites out of Egypt. Pharaoh changed his mind and chased after them with soldiers. The Israelites were afraid as the Red Sea was in front of them and Pharaoh’s army was behind.
God told Moses to stretch out his rod over the sea. when Moses obeyed, the sea divided into two parts. The people of Israel walked through on dry ground. When Pharaoh’s army followed, the water came back and covered them.
Lessons from the Crossing of the Red Sea
We learn that God is powerful and He can save us from danger. We must trust Him even when we are afraid.
- God protects His people
- Obedience to God is critically important
- god has power over everything
- We should not be afraid when we trust God
- God uses leaders to help His people
Teaching Methods
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following methods: Storytelling, Explanation, Discussion, Question and Answer, Visual Aids, Group Work
Instructional Procedures
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:
Step 1: Introduction
Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: Tells a brief story about a time when someone was rescued from danger
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and share similar stories
Learning Point: activates interest and connects to real life
Step 2: The story of the Red Sea
Time: 10 mins
Teaching Skill: Storytelling
Teacher’s Activity: Reads and narrates the full account from Exodus 14 using flashcards and illustrations
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen attentively and ask questions
Learning Point: Understands the Bible story
Step 3: Lessons from the Crossing
Time: 7 mins
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Explains the key lessons learned from the event
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils repeat lessons with examples
Learning Point: Learns moral and spiritual values
Step 4: Drawing activity
Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Visual Engagement
Teacher’s Activity: Asks pupils to draw Moses parting the Red Sea
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils draw and color pictures
Learning Point: Expresses understanding through art
Step 5: Note Taking
Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Writing
Teacher’s Activity: Writes short notes on the board for pupils to copy
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils copy notes into their notebooks
Learning Point: Retains core concepts of the lesson
Step 6: Evaluation
time: 5 mins
teaching Skill: Assessment
Teacher’s Activity: Asks questions based on the story and lessons learned
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer questions orally and in writing
Learning Point: Checks understanding and engagement
Step 7: Conclusion
Time: 3 mins
Teaching Skill: Cognitive, Social
Teacher’s Activity: Recaps the main points, gives encouragement to trust God always
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils share what they learned and sing a short Bible chorus
Learning Point: Reinforces learning and submission
Lesson Keywords
- Israelites – The people of God whom Moses led
- Pharaoh – The king of Egypt
- red Sea – The large sea that God parted
- Miracle – A great work of God that is beyond human power
- obedience – Doing what God or leaders say
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Who led the Israelites out of Egypt?
- What did God ask Moses to do at the Red Sea?
- What happened when Moses stretched his rod?
- what happened to pharaoh’s army?
- Mention two lessons we learned from the story.
- Recite the memory verse.
- Draw a picture of the red Sea crossing.
Differentiation
Teacher will use visual aids, simple language, and allow group interaction to support all learners including those with learning difficulties.
Note for teachers using this lesson plan
Use storytelling to keep pupils engaged.Emphasize God’s power and connect it to everyday faith situations. Reinforce learning through visuals and group tasks.
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