### Lesson Plan: Jesus Gave His Life for Us
**Grade Level**: Primary 4
**Subject**: Christian Religious Studies
**Duration**: 60 minutes
**Lesson Title**: Jesus Gave His Life for Us
**Objectives**:
1. Students will understand the significance of Jesus' sacrifice.
2. Students will learn about the events leading up to Jesus' crucifixion.
3. Students will appreciate the love and selflessness demonstrated by Jesus.
4. Students will be encouraged to practice love and selflessness in their own lives.
**Materials Needed**:
- Bible (simplified version for children)
- Visual aids (pictures or drawings of key events)
- Craft materials (paper, crayons, markers, scissors, glue)
- Whiteboard and markers
- Handouts with lesson summary and relevant Bible verses
**Introduction (10 minutes)**:
1. **Greeting and Prayer**: Begin the class with a short prayer, thanking God for the opportunity to learn about Jesus.
2. **Icebreaker**: Ask the students what they know about Easter or Jesus' sacrifice. Encourage a few students to share their thoughts briefly.
3. **Objective Review**: Introduce the topic of the lesson, "Jesus Gave His Life for Us," and explain what the students will learn by the end of the class.
**Direct Instruction (20 minutes)**:
1. **Story Time**: Use the Bible and visual aids to narrate the story of Jesus' crucifixion. Cover key events such as:
- The Last Supper
- Jesus' arrest in the Garden of Gethsemane
- Jesus' trial before Pilate
- The crucifixion and Jesus' words on the cross
- The resurrection
2. **Discussion**: After narrating each event, pause and ask the students questions to ensure they understand and to keep them engaged. For example, "What was Jesus' last meal called?" or "How do you think Jesus' friends felt when He was arrested?"
**Activity (20 minutes)**:
1. **Group Activity**: Divide the class into small groups and provide each group with craft materials. Instruct them to create a simple booklet illustrating the key events of Jesus' sacrifice. Each page should represent a different event with a picture and a short sentence.
2. **Presentation**: Allow each group to present their booklet to the class. Ensure that every group has the opportunity to speak and explain their drawings.
**Reflection and Application (10 minutes)**:
1. **Personal Reflection**: Ask students to think about what Jesus' sacrifice means to them personally. Let a few volunteers share their reflections with the class.
2. **Application Discussion**: Discuss practical ways students can show love and selflessness in their daily lives. For example, helping a friend, being kind to others, or sharing their toys.
**Conclusion (5 minutes)**:
1. **Summary**: Summarize the key points of the lesson and reinforce the main message that Jesus' sacrifice was an act of great love.
2. **Prayer**: Close with a prayer, thanking Jesus for His sacrifice and asking for help to show love and selflessness in our own lives.
**Assessment**:
- Observe students’ participation during the story discussion and group activity.
- Review the booklets created by the groups to assess their understanding of the key events.
- Listen to students' reflections and ensure they grasp the significance of Jesus' sacrifice.
**Follow-up Assignment**:
- Provide students with a handout of Bible verses related to Jesus' sacrifice (e.g., John 3:16, 1 John 4:10). Ask them to read these verses with their family and discuss their meaning at home.
- Encourage students to write a short prayer or a thank you note to Jesus, expressing their gratitude for His sacrifice.
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This structured lesson plan helps Primary 4 students understand the significance of Jesus' sacrifice through stories, activities, and reflections tailored to their age group.