Grade 1 CRE Early life of Jesus Christ β The work of Jesus Christ Notes
CRE: Early Life of Jesus Christ
Subtopic: The work of Jesus Christ Β· Age: 6 (Kenyan context)
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Specific Learning Outcomes
- Tell two things Jesus did when he was a child (grew, learned, helped family).
- Show one way Jesus showed love and obeyed his parents.
- Draw or act out Jesus helping at home or learning at the synagogue.
Short story: Jesus as a child
Jesus was born in Bethlehem and his family lived in Nazareth. As a child, He did things we can copy:
- He grew stronger and learned about God (the Bible says He grew in wisdom).
- He helped his family β maybe helping Joseph with work like a young helper (imagine simple carpentry or carrying tools).
- He listened to teachers in the place of worship and asked good questions (the temple story when He was a boy).
- He was kind and obeyed his parents β a good example for children in Kenya and everywhere.
Key idea: Even as a child, Jesus loved God and helped others.
The work of Jesus Christ (early life) β simple
π οΈ Helped the family
He helped Joseph and Mary at home. You can help your family too.
π Learned about God
He listened to teachers at the synagogue and grew in wisdom.
π Showed love
Jesus was kind to people. We can be kind to friends and neighbours.
π Worshiped God
He prayed and went to the place of worship with his family.
Suggested Learning Experiences (Activities)
- Role play: Children act out a small scene β helping a parent, listening to a teacher, or praying together. Use simple props (broom, cup, picture of a house).
- Drawing: Give paper and crayons. Ask children to draw "Jesus helping at home" or "Jesus in the place of worship." Display their drawings in class.
- Memory verse (simple): Say together β "And Jesus grew in wisdom and in favour with God and people." (Luke 2:52, in simple words). Repeat with actions: grow tall (stretch hands), pray (hands together), smile to others.
- Song and movement: Teach a short song about helping and loving (use a familiar tune). Add clapping and simple steps.
- Show pictures: Bring a picture of Bethlehem and Nazareth (or show on a chart). Compare to a Kenyan village and a small town children know β discuss homes, fields, and families.
- Simple craft: Make a paper star (Bethlehem star). Children decorate and take home as a memory of Jesusβ birth and early life.
- Short assessment: Ask each child to tell one thing they will do to help their family today. Write or draw their answer.
Short class prayer (teacher-led)
Dear God, thank you for Jesus. Help us to grow like Him β learning, loving and helping our families. Amen.
Teacher notes: Use simple Kenyan examples (helping at home, sharing food, going to church). Keep activities short (10β15 minutes each) for young children.