**Lesson Plan: The Death and Resurrection of Jesus Christ**
**Grade Level:** Primary 3
**Subject:** Christian Religious Studies
**Duration:** 40 minutes
**Objective:**
Students will:
1. Understand the significance of Jesus' death and resurrection.
2. Learn the key events that occurred during the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus.
3. Appreciate the meaning of these events for Christians.
4. Relate the story to their own lives and faith.
**Materials Needed:**
- Bible or Children's Bible Storybook
- Printed pictures or slides of key events (crucifixion and resurrection)
- Whiteboard and markers
- Coloring sheets depicting Jesus' resurrection
- Craft supplies (colored paper, glue, scissors)
- Music player for hymn
**Introduction (5 minutes):**
1. **Greeting and Prayer**: Start the lesson with a short prayer.
2. **Review Previous Lesson**: Briefly review what the students learned in the previous lesson about the life of Jesus, especially focusing on His miracles and teachings.
**Lesson Body (25 minutes):**
**1. Storytelling (10 minutes):**
- Gather the students in a circle to create an engaging atmosphere.
- Read or narrate the story of Jesus' death and resurrection. Use a children’s Bible or storybook to ensure the language is age-appropriate.
- Use printed pictures or slides to visually depict the main events:
- The Last Supper
- Jesus praying in Gethsemane
- The arrest and trial
- The crucifixion
- The burial
- The discovery of the empty tomb
- Jesus appearing to His disciples
**2. Discussion (5 minutes):**
- Ask open-ended questions to engage students and ensure they understand the story:
- Why was Jesus crucified?
- How did His friends feel when He died?
- What happened on the third day after Jesus was buried?
- Why is the resurrection important to Christians?
**3. Activity (10 minutes):**
- **Craft**: Each student makes a simple cross out of colored paper. They can decorate it and write "Jesus is Risen!" on it.
- **Coloring**: Hand out coloring sheets depicting the resurrection. As they color, reiterate key points of the story.
**Conclusion (5 minutes):**
**1. Recap**:
- Summarize the key points of the lesson.
- Emphasize the importance of Jesus' resurrection as a symbol of hope and new life.
**2. Hymn**:
- Sing a simple hymn or song about Jesus' resurrection, such as "Christ the Lord Is Risen Today." Provide lyric sheets or sing along to a recording.
**3. Closing Prayer**:
- Lead the class in a closing prayer, thanking God for Jesus' sacrifice and resurrection.
**Assessment:**
- Observe the students during the discussion and activities to gauge their understanding.
- Ask them to share one thing they learned or a feeling they have about the story of Jesus' death and resurrection.
**Extension Activity:**
- Encourage students to share the story of Jesus' resurrection with their family at home.
- Provide a simple handout or storybook they can take home to share with their family.
**Note to Teacher:**
- Be sensitive to students' feelings and possible concerns about the topic of death. Emphasize the message of hope that comes with the resurrection.
- Make sure to create an inclusive environment where all students can comfortably share their thoughts and questions.