Class: Primary Five
Term: First Term
Subject: Christian Religion Studies
Curriculum Theme:
Previous Lesson: Importance of Work, Why We Should Work
Topic: god’s Provision
Content/Learning Area: What is God’s Provision?, Things provided by God:, events in the Bible were God provided
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

performance Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

1. List five provisions of God.
2. Explain the concept of God’s provision.

Affective Domain:

1. Show gratitude for God’s provisions.
2. Develop a deeper understanding of God’s love.

Psychomotor Domain:

1. Actively participate in class discussions.
2. Take notes on key concepts.

Social Domain:

1. Work collaboratively with peers.
2. Share their understanding of God’s provision.

Reference Materials

9 – Years basic Education Curriculum
Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of Work
NAPPS National Unified Scheme of work
Online Data
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

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

Whiteboard or chart
Markers or chalk
Bible

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding God’s provision helps children develop gratitude and faith. It connects their daily lives to their religious beliefs, fostering a sense of security and trust in God.

prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have a basic understanding of the concept of needs and where they come from.

Lesson Content

What is God’s Provision?

God’s provision means all the ways God cares for our needs and well-being. This includes physical things like food and shelter, and spiritual things like guidance and peace.

Things Provided by God

God provides many things to meet our needs and enrich our lives. These include:

The following are examples of things provided by God:

Protection
Daily needs
Guidance
Salvation
Comfort
Wisdom
Strength
Eternal life
healing
Forgiveness
Peace
Hope
Love
grace
Mercy
Faithfulness
Good health
Talents and abilities

Events in the Bible Where God Provided

The Bible is filled with stories of God’s provision for his peopel in various circumstances. Examples are:

The following are events in the Bible where God provided:

Manna in the desert (Exodus 16:14-15)
Water from a rock (Exodus 17:6)
David’s protection from Goliath (1 Samuel 17:45-47)
Jesus feeding the five thousand (Matthew 14:17-21)
Jesus’ sacrifice (John 3:16)
Wisdom for Solomon (1 Kings 3:9)
Strength for Paul (Philippians 4:13)
Promise of eternal life (John 10:28)
Deliverance of Daniel from the lion’s den (Daniel 6:22-23)
Provision of a ram for sacrifice in place of Isaac (Genesis 22:13)

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 what they understand by the word “provision” and facilitates a brief discussion.
Pupils’ Activity: Share their understanding of the word “provision.”

Step 2: Description of Key Concepts

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explaining
Teacher’s Activity: Explains the concept of god’s provision, emphasizing its various forms.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and ask clarifying questions.

Step 3: presentation/Guided Practice

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Modeling
Teacher’s Activity: Provides examples of god’s provision from the Bible and everyday life.
Pupils’ Activity: Participate in discussions and provide their own examples.

Step 4: Autonomous Practice

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Monitoring
Teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils as they individually list five provisions of God.
Pupils’ Activity: List five provisions of God.

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Note-taking
Teacher’s activity: Guides pupils in taking notes on key concepts and examples.Pupils’ Activity: Take notes on key concepts and examples.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Asks review questions to assess understanding.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer review questions.

Objective-aligned checks:

List five provisions of God.
Explain the concept of God’s provision.
Show gratitude for God’s provisions.

Step 7: Conclusion

time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarizing
Teacher’s Activity: Summarizes the key points and encourages pupils to reflect on God’s constant provision in their lives.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and reflect on the lesson.

Lesson Keywords

Provision – The act of supplying or providing something for use.
Gratitude – The quality of being thankful; readiness to show thankfulness for and to return kindness.
Faith – Complete trust or confidence in someone or something.
Salvation – Deliverance from sin and its consequences, believed by Christians to be brought about by faith in Jesus.
Guidance – Advice or information aimed at resolving a problem or difficulty,or guidance.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

Name a Bible story where God provided food.
What does God’s provision mean to you?
Why is it vital to thank God for His provisions?
Name two more things God provides.
How can we show gratitude for God’s gifts?

Assignment/Homework

Write a short paragraph about a time you experienced God’s provision in your life.
list three ways you can show gratitude to God for His provisions.
Research another Bible story where God provided for someone in need.

Differentiation

For slower learners: Provide one-on-one assistance and simplified explanations.
for advanced learners: Encourage them to research additional examples of God’s provision and share their findings with the class.
For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids,storytelling,and hands-on activities to cater to different learning styles.

Note for Teachers

Encourage pupils to share personal experiences of god’s provision to make the lesson more relatable. Emphasize the importance of gratitude and faith in God’s care.