**Lesson Plan for Christian Religious Studies - Primary 4**
**Topic: Jesus, the Son of God**
**Grade Level:** Primary 4
**Duration:** 45 minutes
### **Objectives:**
1. **Knowledge Objectives:**
- Students will understand the significance of Jesus being called the Son of God.
- Students will be able to identify key events and passages in the Bible that emphasize Jesus' divine nature.
2. **Skills Objectives:**
- Students will practice reading and interpreting Biblical text.
- Students will develop the ability to discuss and explain their understanding.
3. **Attitude Objectives:**
- Students will appreciate the importance of Jesus in Christianity.
- Students will show respect and willingness to learn about religious beliefs.
### **Materials Needed:**
- Bible (preferably children's version)
- Whiteboard and markers
- Pictures illustrating key events in Jesus' life
- Activity worksheet
- Colored pencils
### **Procedure:**
#### **1. Introduction (10 minutes)**
- **Greeting and Prayer:** Welcome students and start with a short prayer.
- **Introduction to the Topic:** Briefly introduce the concept of Jesus as the Son of God.
**Teacher's Notes:**
- Explain that Jesus is a central figure in Christianity and is uniquely described as God's Son.
- Use simple language, e.g., "Today, we are going to learn about why we call Jesus the Son of God."
#### **2. Bible Story and Discussion (20 minutes)**
- **Reading the Bible:** Read from the Bible (Mark 1:9-11) where Jesus is baptized and God declares Him as His beloved Son.
- **Interactive Reading:** Ask volunteers to read short sections. Help with difficult words.
**Discussion Questions:**
- "What happened when Jesus was baptized?"
- "What did the voice from heaven say?"
- "Why do you think this is important?"
- **Illustration and Explanation:**
- Show pictures of Jesus being baptized, God speaking from Heaven.
- Explain key points, emphasizing the divine acknowledgment of Jesus as His Son.
#### **3. Activities (15 minutes)**
- **Worksheet Activity:** Hand out worksheets with activities such as matching events with pictures, filling in blanks, or drawing a significant event discussed.
- **Group Activity:** Divide students into small groups and ask them to discuss what they learned and create a short role-play about Jesus’ baptism.
#### **4. Reflection and Conclusion (5 minutes)**
- **Sharing Time:** Allow each group to share their role-play or thoughts.
- **Reflection:** Ask students, "What is one thing you learned today about Jesus?"
- **Closing Prayer:** End the session with a prayer thanking God for the lesson and His love shown through Jesus.
### **Assessment:**
- Participation in discussions and activities.
- Accuracy and thoughtfulness in worksheet responses.
- Ability to articulate learned concepts during group sharing.
### **Follow-Up/Homework:**
- Ask students to draw a scene from Jesus' life that they find significant, and write a few sentences about why it’s important to them. Bring this to the next class.
- Encourage students to thank God in their prayers for sending Jesus.
### **Additional Notes:**
- Be patient and encourage all students to participate.
- Be prepared to provide extra help to students who may struggle with reading or understanding the material.
This lesson plan aims to make the understanding of Jesus being the Son of God accessible and meaningful to Primary 4 students, incorporating active participation, discussion, and creative activities.