### Lesson Plan: God's Gift of His Son
**Grade Level:** Primary 1
**Subject:** Christian Religious Studies
**Duration:** 45 minutes
#### Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
1. Understand that Jesus is the ultimate gift from God.
2. Learn the story of Jesus' birth.
3. Recognize the importance of God's love.
4. Express gratitude for God's gift through a simple prayer.
#### Materials Needed:
- Bible Story Book with pictures
- Chart paper and markers
- Coloring sheets and crayons
- Simple craft materials (construction paper, glue, stickers)
- Audio for a related children's song (optional)
#### Lesson Outline:
**1. Introduction (5 Minutes):**
- Greet the students warmly.
- Begin with a short prayer thanking God for the day.
- Introduce the topic: “Today we are going to learn about a very special gift from God. Do you love receiving gifts? Why?”
**2. Bible Story (15 Minutes):**
- Read the story of Jesus' birth from a Bible Story Book. Use a picture book or an illustrated Bible to make it engaging.
- Show pictures as you read to keep them interested.
- Ask simple questions to ensure they understand:
- "Who were Jesus' parents?"
- "Where was Jesus born?"
- "Who came to visit baby Jesus?"
**3. Discussion (10 Minutes):**
- Explain briefly that God gave us Jesus because He loves us very much.
- Ask the children: "Why do you think Jesus is an important gift?"
- Discuss how Jesus teaches us to be kind, loving, and to forgive.
**4. Activities (10 Minutes):**
a. **Coloring Activity:**
- Hand out coloring sheets of the nativity scene.
- Guide the children to color while reminding them about the story they just learned.
b. **Craft Activity:**
- Create a simple craft like a “Gift of Love” card. Have children cut out a heart shape from construction paper, decorate it with stickers, and write "Jesus" in the middle.
**5. Recap and Conclusion (5 Minutes):**
- Recap by briefly going over the story of Jesus’ birth and why He's a gift.
- Sing a related children's song (e.g., "Away in a Manger") if time permits.
- Lead the children in a simple prayer thanking God for Jesus.
**6. Homework/Extension Activity:**
- Ask the students to tell their parents the story of Jesus’ birth.
- Optional: Provide a take-home worksheet with a picture of a nativity scene for them to color at home.
**7. Closing:**
- Thank the students for their attention.
- Encourage them to remember Jesus as God's special gift throughout the week.
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This lesson plan aims to make the story of Jesus' birth both informative and engaging for Primary 1 students, using a mix of storytelling, discussion, and hands-on activities.