Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

• By the end of the lesson, learners will be able to retell the story of the Good Samaritan in simple words.
• Identify the main characters: the man who was hurt, the priest, the Levite, and the Samaritan.
• Explain one key teaching: "Love your neighbour" and give two examples of helping others at home or school.
• Demonstrate one practical act of kindness they can do in school or at home this week.

Notes for the Teacher (Simple)

The Good Samaritan is a short story Jesus told when he was teaching people about how to love others. Use simple language and local examples so children can relate. In Kenya, we talk about caring for our neighbours (jirani) whether we live in town, village or estate.

Short Story (for learners)

One day a man was travelling and some robbers hurt him and left him by the road. A priest passed by but did not help. A Levite came and also passed by. Then a Samaritan saw the man, felt sorry, cleaned his wounds, put him on his donkey and took him to a place to be cared for. The Samaritan paid for the man's care. Jesus used this story to teach: love your neighbour.

Characters

• The injured man (needed help)
• The priest and the Levite (they did not help)
• The Samaritan (he helped even though he was different)
• Jesus (told the story to teach love)

Main Teaching

Love your neighbour (penda jirani yako). Being a neighbour means anyone who needs help. It is important to be kind, helpful and brave to help others.

Memory Verse (easy)

"Love your neighbour as yourself." — Luke 10:27

Suggested Learning Experiences (Activities)

1. Storytelling and Questions (15 min): Teacher tells the story slowly using pictures or emojis (🚶‍♂️🤕🧑‍🌾). Ask simple questions:
   • Who helped the injured man?
   • Why was it kind to help him?
2. Role Play (20 min): In small groups children act out the story. Use simple props: a cloth for bandage, a small bag for money, a stick for a walking aid. Encourage them to show feelings like care and concern.
3. Drawing and Poster (15–20 min): Each child draws the Good Samaritan helping the man. Put the posters on the classroom wall with the caption: "I will help my neighbour." Use bright colours.
4. Local Example Discussion (10 min): Talk about ways children in Kenya can be good neighbours:
   • Helping a sick classmate carry books;
   • Picking up litter around the school;
   • Helping an elderly neighbour fetch water (with adult permission);
   • Sharing a snack with someone who has none.
5. Kindness Challenge (homework): Each learner does one kind act at home or school and draws it the next day. Teacher can collect simple notes from parents confirming the act.

Assessment Ideas & Simple Questions

Use short oral questions or let children draw answers. Examples:

• Draw the Good Samaritan helping the man and label three things you see.
• Tell the class one thing you will do this week to help a neighbour.
• True or False: A neighbour is only the person who lives next door. (Answer: False)

Safety & Cultural Notes

Remind children to be safe. If someone is hurt, they should seek an adult or a teacher. Involve parents when asking children to do acts that need permission (e.g., carrying water for an elder).