# Lesson Plan for Christian Religious Studies (Primary 5)
## Topic: Paul's Missionary Journey II
### Objective:
Students will understand key events and lessons from Paul's second missionary journey, including his travels, key encounters, and the impact of his ministry.
### Duration:
60 minutes
### Materials Needed:
- Bible (preferably versions suited for children)
- Maps of Paul's Missionary Journeys
- Whiteboard and markers
- Chart paper and markers
- Storybook or video of Paul's Missionary Journey
- Worksheets and coloring materials
- Stickers or small rewards
### Lesson Outline:
#### 1. Introduction (10 minutes)
- **Opening Prayer**: Begin with a short prayer for understanding and learning.
- **Icebreaker Activity**: Ask students to share one thing they know about Paul or any other missionary work.
- **Objective Overview**: Explain that today's lesson is about Paul's second journey to spread Christianity and how he faced challenges and made new friends in new places.
#### 2. Bible Story (15 minutes)
- **Reading**: Read Acts 15:36-41 and Acts 16:1-10 which describe the beginning and significant events of Paul's second journey. Use a children's Bible or retell the story in simpler terms if necessary.
- **Storytelling/Visual Aid**: Show a short animated video of Paul's journey or read a storybook that vividly illustrates his travels. (Ensure it aligns with Acts 15:36-18:22)
#### 3. Discussion (10 minutes)
- **Question and Answer**: Engage students with questions:
- Why did Paul embark on the second journey?
- Who did Paul travel with?
- What was significant about the journey? (e.g., meeting Timothy, the vision of the man from Macedonia, Paul and Silas in prison)
- **Life Application**: Discuss how we can share God's love like Paul did. How can they talk about Jesus with their friends at school or in their neighborhood?
#### 4. Activities (20 minutes)
- **Map Activity**: Show a map of Paul's missionary journeys. Have students label key places in Paul's second journey such as Antioch, Lystra, Philippi, Thessalonica, Berea, Athens, and Corinth.
- **Group Activity**: Divide the class into small groups. Provide chart paper and markers for them to draw a key event from Paul's journey and present it to the class. Provide coloring sheets of Bible scenes for younger students or those needing alternative activities.
- **Role-Playing**: Have the students act out a short skit of significant events like Paul and Silas in prison or Paul's preaching in Athens. Provide basic props or allow them to create their scene.
#### 5. Conclusion and Reinforcement (5 minutes)
- **Summary**: Briefly review key points discussed.
- **Memory Verse**: Teach Acts 16:31, "Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved—you and your household."
- **Closing Prayer**: Lead a prayer asking for the courage to share God's word like Paul, and for safety and guidance in their lives.
#### 6. Homework (Optional)
- **Worksheet**: Provide a worksheet with questions about Paul's second missionary journey. Include a drawing activity to reinforce learning.
- **Challenge**: Encourage students to share the story of Paul's journey with a family member or friend during the coming week.
### Assessment:
- Participation in discussions and activities.
- Accuracy in the map labeling activity.
- Clarity and creativity in group presentations or skits.
- Completion and understanding shown on the worksheet.
This lesson plan aims to make the story of Paul's second missionary journey engaging and interactive, helping students understand the importance of spreading the Christian faith and drawing parallels to their own lives.