Class: Primary One
Term: First Term
Subject: Christian Religion Studies
Curriculum Theme:
Previous Lesson: Things God Created
Topic: Why God Created Things
Content/Learning Area: What is Creation?, Reasons Why God Created Things
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Performance Objectives

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

• Cognitive Domain:

– Discuss one reason why God created things.
– List three reasons why God created things.

• Affective Domain:

– Show thankfulness for God’s creation.
– Develop a sense of wonder about the world.

• Psychomotor Domain:

– Actively participate in class discussions.
– Write down answers to evaluation questions.

• Social Domain:

– Work cooperatively with classmates.
– Listen attentively to the teacher and peers.

Reference Materials

• 9 – years Basic Education Curriculum
• Abuja Educational Resource Center Scheme of work
• NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
• Online Facts
• Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

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

• Whiteboard or chart paper
• Markers or crayons
• Pictures of nature
• Bible

Rationale for the Lesson

understanding why God created everything helps children appreciate the world around them and fosters a sense of gratitude and obligation towards God’s creation.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils are familiar with the concept of God and the world around them.

Lesson Content

what is Creation?

Creation refers to everything that exists, including the universe, the Earth, all living things, and even invisible things like air and light. God created all of this from nothing!

Reasons Why God Created Things

God created things for various reasons, reflecting His divine purpose and love. These include:

The following are reasons why God created things:

1. For His glory and honor: God’s creation shows His amazing power, wisdom, and love. the beauty of nature reminds us of God’s greatness.
2. That we might serve and worship Him: God created us to have a relationship with Him. He wants us to love, obey Him, and show gratitude.
3. To reproduce (Genesis 1:28): God commanded humans to “be fruitful and multiply,” meaning to have families and continue His work of creation.
4. To provide for our needs: God created the earth with resources like food,water,and shelter to sustain us.
5. To give us joy and wonder: The beauty and complexity of creation are meant to inspire awe and happiness in us.

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

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: Asks pupils what they see around them and initiates a discussion about creation.
Pupils’ Activity: Respond to the teacher’s questions and participate in the discussion.

Step 2: Explanation of Key Concepts

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching skill: Explaining
Teacher’s Activity: Explains the concept of creation and provides examples.
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 nature and discusses how they reflect God’s glory.
Pupils’ Activity: Observe the pictures and participate in the discussion.

Step 4: Independant Practice

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

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: summarizing
Teacher’s Activity: Summarizes the key points of the lesson.Pupils’ Activity: Take notes on the key points.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Assessing
Teacher’s Activity: Reviews the answers to the evaluation questions.
Pupils’ Activity: Participate in the review.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Closure
Teacher’s Activity: Summarizes the main points and encourages pupils to reflect on God’s amazing creation.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and reflect on the lesson.

lesson Keywords

• Creation – The act of God bringing the universe into existence.
• Glory – the manifestation of God’s presence and power.
• Worship – Showing reverence and adoration to God.
• Gratitude – Being thankful for God’s blessings.
• Reproduce – To create new life or offspring.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

1. Why did God create everything?
2. Name three reasons why God created things.
3. What does the Bible say about having children?
4. How can we thank God for His creation?
5. Give examples of how God’s creation shows His glory.

Assignment/Homework

1. draw a picture of your favorite part of God’s creation.
2. Write a short prayer thanking God for His creation.
3. List five things God created and explain why they are important.

Differentiation

• For slower learners: Provide one-on-one assistance and use simpler language.
• For advanced learners: Encourage them to explore additional resources and conduct further research on the topic.
• 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 appreciate and respect God’s creation in their daily lives. Emphasize the importance of gratitude and stewardship.