Lesson Plan for Primary 6 - Christian Religious Studies - The Call Of Moses

### Lesson Plan: The Call of Moses **Grade:** Primary 6 (10-12 years old) **Subject:** Christian Religious Studies **Duration:** 60 minutes **Topic:** The Call of Moses --- #### Lesson Objectives: By the end of the lesson, students will be able to: 1. Describe the story of Moses' call. 2. Identify and discuss the significance of Moses' call in the context of Christian faith. 3. Reflect on the themes of leadership, faith, and obedience as demonstrated by Moses. --- #### Materials Needed: - Bible (preferably children's version for easy comprehension) - Chart paper/whiteboard and markers - Printed handouts of the story (Exodus 3:1-4:17) - Visual aids (e.g., pictures of Moses, the burning bush) - Colored pencils/crayons - Worksheet for reflection - Audio-visual equipment (optional, for showing related videos) --- #### Lesson Activities: **1. Introduction (10 minutes)** - Begin with a short prayer. - Briefly introduce the theme of the lesson: "The Call of Moses.” - Engage students by asking if they have heard about Moses and what they know about him. **2. Storytelling (15 minutes)** - Read the story of the call of Moses from the Bible or a simplified children’s version. As you read, use visual aids to make the story come alive. - Highlight key events: Moses at the burning bush, God speaking to Moses, Moses’ doubts and God’s reassurances. **3. Discussion (10 minutes)** - Ask questions to ensure comprehension: - Who called Moses? - What was Moses doing when he was called by God? - How did Moses react when God spoke to him? - Discuss the significance of Moses' call: - Why do you think God chose Moses? - What important task did God give Moses? - How did Moses show faith and obedience? **4. Relating to Own Lives (10 minutes)** - Ask students to think about times when they had to take on a responsibility. - Discuss how God can call anyone to do good work, regardless of their fears or insecurities. - Encourage students to think about how they can be leaders and help others in their own lives. **5. Activity: Creative Expression (15 minutes)** - Hand out coloring materials and paper. - Ask students to draw a picture representing the story (e.g., Moses and the burning bush). - Alternatively, they can act out a part of the story in small groups if resources allow. **6. Reflection (5 minutes)** - Provide a worksheet with prompts for students to reflect on what they have learned. Example questions might include: - What lesson did you learn from the story of Moses? - How can you show faith and obedience in your daily life? - Write a short prayer asking for guidance in being a good leader. **7. Conclusion (5 minutes)** - Summarize key points of the lesson. - Encourage students to think about how they can apply the lessons from Moses’ story. - End with a closing prayer, thanking God for the example of Moses and asking for help in being faithful and obedient like him. --- #### Assessment: - Observe participation during the discussion. - Review the drawings and reflection worksheets to gauge understanding and personal connection to the lesson. - Informal questioning and feedback during activities to ensure comprehension and engagement. --- #### Homework: Ask students to write one paragraph describing a situation where they were called to help someone and how they felt about it. They should relate it back to Moses' experience and what they learned from the lesson. --- With this lesson plan, students in Primary 6 will not only learn about the call of Moses but will also have various opportunities to engage with the material in a meaningful and personal way.