### Lesson Plan: The Story of Jacob and His 12 Sons
#### Subject: Christian Religious Studies
#### Grade: Nursery 1
#### Topic: The Story of Jacob and His 12 Sons
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**Objective:**
- To introduce the story of Jacob and his 12 sons.
- To help students understand the importance of family and God's promises.
- To engage students in a simple and interactive storytelling session.
**Duration:** 30 minutes
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### Materials Needed:
- Bible or Children's Bible Storybook
- Visual Aids (Pictures of Jacob and his 12 sons)
- Colored pencils, crayons, and paper
- Name tags/stickers with the names of Jacob's sons
- Simple craft supplies (glue, scissors, etc.)
- Soft background music
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### Lesson Outline:
#### 1. Welcome and Opening Prayer (5 minutes)
- Greet the children warmly.
- Invite them to sit in a circle.
- Lead a simple prayer, asking God to help everyone listen and learn.
#### 2. Introduction to the Story (5 minutes)
- Briefly introduce the story.
- "Today, we are going to hear a special story from the Bible about a man named Jacob and his 12 sons."
- Show a picture of Jacob.
- Explain that Jacob loved his family and God had a special plan for them.
#### 3. Storytelling (10 minutes)
- Read or tell the story of Jacob and his 12 sons using a simple language:
- Explain how Jacob had 12 sons and name each of them.
- Emphasize that each son had a special name and God loved each of them.
- Use visual aids while narrating the story to keep the children engaged.
- Incorporate repetition to help the children remember the names.
- "Jacob had a son named Reuben. Can you say Reuben?"
- Involve the children by asking simple questions:
- "How many sons did Jacob have?" (12)
#### 4. Activity: Craft Time (10 minutes)
- Hand out paper and coloring supplies.
- Guide the children to draw a picture of Jacob and his 12 sons.
- Let them decorate with crayons, stickers, or any available craft supplies.
- Walk around the room offering encouragement and help as needed.
- If possible, play soft background music related to the storytelling.
#### 5. Review and Recap (5 minutes)
- Gather the children back in a circle.
- Ask them to show their drawings and name one or more of Jacob's sons.
- Recap the key points:
- Jacob had 12 sons.
- God loved Jacob’s family and had a special plan for them.
- Praise the children for listening and participating.
#### 6. Closing Prayer and Dismissal (5 minutes)
- Lead a simple closing prayer of thanks.
- "Thank you, God, for teaching us about Jacob and his 12 sons. Help us to love our families like you love us. Amen."
- Distribute any take-home materials or crafts.
- Dismiss the children with a kind word and a smile.
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### Notes for Teacher:
- Keep the language simple and clear.
- Maintain a warm and inviting tone throughout the lesson.
- Be patient and offer lots of positive reinforcement.
- Adapt activities to suit the needs and interests of the children.
- Ensure safety during craft time, especially when using scissors and glue.
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By the end of the lesson, the students will have a basic understanding of Jacob and his 12 sons and the significance of their family in the Bible. They will also have an opportunity to express their understanding creatively through drawing and crafts.