Jesus as Emmanuel and Saviour for Primary 1

Class: Primary One
Term: Second Term
Week: 8
Age: 6 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Christian Religion Studies
Curriculum Theme: Jesus Our Saviour, Brother and Friend
Focal competence: Recognising and accepting Jesus as their saviour
Key competencies/values: Communication; Information Literacy
Skills:

• Explaining the saving acts of Jesus

Previous Lesson: Relating with God Through Jesus, Prayer, Obedience, Love and Trust
Topic: Jesus Our Saviour
Subject Matter: Meaning of Jesus/Emmanuel, Jesus as Saviour

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain

• Explain the meaning of Jesus and Emmanuel.
• State that Jesus is Saviour.

Affective Domain

• Show acceptance of Jesus as their Saviour.

Psychomotor Domain

• Point to pictures illustrating Jesus’ saving acts.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

• 2025 Revised 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
• Relevant State Unified Scheme of Work
• Christian Religious Studies for Primary 1, by A.O. Adewale
• The HeadTeacher Scheme of work

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• Holy Bible
• Charts on the saving acts of Jesus
• Picture of the empty tomb of Jesus
• Relevant Bible-story pictures or memory-verse chart
• Suitable songs or audio where appropriate

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson is important because it lays the foundation for understanding Jesus’ central role in Christian faith. Learning about Jesus as Emmanuel and Saviour helps pupils grasp the love of God and the purpose of Jesus’ coming. This knowledge encourages them to develop a personal relationship with Jesus from a young age.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have heard stories about Jesus and know that He is the Son of God.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Jesus Our Saviour

Meaning of Jesus and Emmanuel

The name “Jesus” means “God saves” or “The Lord is salvation”. It tells us that God sent Jesus to save people.

The name “Emmanuel” means “God with us”. It shows that God is always with us through Jesus.

Meaning of Saviour

A Saviour is someone who saves us from danger, trouble, or sin. Jesus is called Saviour because He came to save us.

Why Christians Call Jesus Their Saviour

Christians call Jesus their Saviour because:

1. He died on the cross for our sins so that we can be forgiven.
2. He helps us to live good lives and follow God’s ways.
3. He saves us from bad things and gives us eternal life.

Examples of how Jesus saved or helped people in the Bible:

1. He healed the sick (e.g., blind Bartimaeus).
2. He fed many hungry people with a few loaves and fish.
3. He calmed a great storm, saving His disciples from danger.

Bible Reading

Matthew 1:21

Memory Verse

“She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.” – Matthew 1:21

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Explanation, Question and Answer, Storytelling, Singing, Demonstration

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Engaging/Questioning

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils and asks them what they know about Jesus. The teacher then introduces the topic: “Jesus Our Saviour”.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to the teacher’s questions and listen attentively.

Learning Point: Introduction to Jesus

Step 2: Explanation of Jesus and Emmanuel

Time: 8 minutes

Teaching Skill: Explaining/Storytelling

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains the meaning of the name “Jesus” (God saves) and “Emmanuel” (God with us) using simple language and a short story or example from the Bible.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, repeat the meanings, and ask questions.

Learning Point: Meaning of Jesus/Emmanuel

Step 3: Explanation of Saviour

Time: 7 minutes

Teaching Skill: Defining/Illustrating

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains what a “Saviour” is using everyday examples (e.g., someone who saves you from falling). Then, the teacher connects this to Jesus as our spiritual Saviour.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils share examples of people who save others and listen to the teacher’s explanation.

Learning Point: Meaning of Saviour

Step 4: Why Jesus is Our Saviour

Time: 8 minutes

Teaching Skill: Explaining/Referencing

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher uses simple Bible stories and charts to explain why Christians call Jesus their Saviour, giving examples of His saving acts (healing, feeding, calming storms). The teacher reads Matthew 1:21.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils look at the charts, listen to the stories, and identify Jesus’ saving acts.

Learning Point: Jesus’ saving acts

Step 5: Memory Verse Introduction

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Recitation/Memorization

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher introduces the memory verse (Matthew 1:21) and leads the pupils in repeating it several times. The teacher explains the meaning of the verse.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils repeat the memory verse after the teacher and try to memorize it.

Learning Point: Memory verse recall

Step 6: Identifying Jesus as Saviour

Time: 3 minutes

Teaching Skill: Reinforcement/Application

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher asks pupils to repeat the meanings of Jesus and Emmanuel and identify Jesus as their Saviour.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils repeat the meanings and affirm Jesus as their Saviour.

Learning Point: Identifying Jesus as Saviour

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

1. What does the name “Jesus” mean?
2. What does “Emmanuel” mean?
3. Who is a Saviour?
4. Why do Christians call Jesus their Saviour?

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Understanding Jesus as Saviour

Step 8: Note-Taking

Time: 4 minutes

Teaching Skill: Guided Writing

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides pupils to copy the essential Board Summary notes on the meaning of Jesus, Emmanuel, and Saviour into their notebooks.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils copy the notes carefully into their notebooks.

Learning Point: Copying lesson notes

Step 9: Conclusion

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Consolidation

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher leads a short prayer, thanking God for sending Jesus as our Saviour and Emmanuel. The teacher reminds pupils to always remember Jesus loves them and saves them.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils participate in the prayer and affirm their understanding.

Learning Point: Jesus as our Saviour

Continuous Assessment/Further Study

Type: Homework

Instruction: Answer the following questions in your notebook:

1. Write down the meaning of Jesus.
2. Write down the meaning of Emmanuel.
3. Draw a picture of Jesus helping someone (e.g., healing a sick person or feeding people).

Lesson Keywords

• Jesus – God saves
• Emmanuel – God with us
• Saviour – Someone who saves from danger or sin
• Save – To rescue or protect

Differentiation

For weaker learners: The teacher will use more visual aids and simplify explanations further, focusing on the core meanings of Jesus and Saviour. They will be encouraged to repeat key phrases. One-on-one assistance will be provided during note-taking and activity time.

For faster learners: The teacher will encourage them to recall more Bible stories where Jesus showed His saving power. They can also be asked to explain in their own words what it means for Jesus to be “God with us”.

Suggested Lesson Videos

For further understanding, search on YouTube for: Jesus Emmanuel Saviour Primary 1 CRS

Teacher Guide for Using This Lesson Plan

Before the lesson, ensure you have your Holy Bible, charts depicting Jesus’ saving acts, and the memory verse chart ready. Start by engaging pupils with simple questions about Jesus to activate their prior knowledge. Follow the instructional procedures sequentially, dedicating sufficient time to explain the meanings of “Jesus,” “Emmanuel,” and “Saviour” using relatable examples for Primary 1 children. Emphasize the Bible reading and memory verse, guiding pupils to repeat and understand them. During Step 8 (Note-Taking), ensure pupils copy the Board Summary accurately. Encourage active participation throughout the lesson and use the evaluation questions to check their understanding of Jesus as Emmanuel and Saviour. Provide positive reinforcement and support weaker learners, while challenging faster learners with additional questions or tasks.