The Early Life of Jesus Christ

Background to the Birth of Jesus Christ - Meaning of prophet and prophecy

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Define the terms prophet and prophecy
- Identify the roles prophets played in the Old Testament and today
- Show appreciation for how God used prophets to communicate His plans to humanity

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, discuss the meaning of prophet and prophecy and write findings on charts
- Search the internet or library for information on prophecies about the coming of Jesus Christ
- Prepare flashcards with Bible texts on prophecies about the coming of Jesus Christ and display in class

What is the role of a prophet and why did God send prophets to speak about the coming of Jesus Christ?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 73
- Bible
- Charts

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

Background to the Birth of Jesus Christ - Isaiah's prophecy about the coming of Jesus Christ
Background to the Birth of Jesus Christ - Jeremiah's prophecy about the coming of Jesus Christ
Background to the Birth of Jesus Christ - Fulfilment of Old Testament prophecies in Jesus Christ
Background to the Birth of Jesus Christ - Annunciation of the birth of John the Baptist

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain Isaiah's prophecy about the coming of Jesus Christ from Isaiah 9:6–7
- Describe the characteristics of the kingdom that the prophesied King would establish
- Appreciate how God revealed His plan of salvation through Prophet Isaiah

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, read Isaiah 9:6–7 in turns and discuss what it prophesies about the coming of Jesus Christ
- Discuss the divine titles given to the prophesied King and the characteristics of His kingdom
- Write a summary of Isaiah's prophecy on charts and present to the class

What did Prophet Isaiah foretell about the coming of Jesus Christ and His kingdom?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 74
- Bible
- Charts
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 75
- Exercise books
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 76
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 77

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

Background to the Birth of Jesus Christ - Review and consolidation
Annunciation of the Birth of John the Baptist - The birth of John the Baptist
Annunciation of the Birth of John the Baptist - Birth of John the Baptist and the coming of Jesus Christ
Annunciation of the Birth of John the Baptist - The message of John the Baptist to different groups

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Summarise the key prophecies about the coming of Jesus Christ and their fulfilment
- Answer self-assessment questions on prophecies, their fulfilment and the annunciation of John the Baptist
- Show confidence in explaining how God's plan of salvation was revealed through prophecy

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Review Lessons Learnt and What Will I Do sections for sub-strand 4.1
- Complete the self-assessment table covering the three concepts: prophecies, their fulfilment, and the annunciation of John the Baptist
- Write personal commitments on how the lessons from Old Testament prophecies apply to their lives

How do the prophecies about the coming of Jesus Christ strengthen your faith as a Christian learner?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 78
- Exercise books
- Peer assessment rubric
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 80
- Bible
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 81
- Charts
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 82

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Peer assessment

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

Annunciation of the Birth of John the Baptist - Applying the message of John the Baptist today
Annunciation of the Birth of John the Baptist - Values from John the Baptist and review

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify ways in which Christians apply the message of John the Baptist in their lives today
- Discuss evils in modern society that John the Baptist would condemn if present today
- Embrace the values of honesty, sharing and repentance as taught by John the Baptist

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, discuss ways Christians apply the message of John the Baptist in their lives today
- Dramatise how Christians apply the teachings of John the Baptist in their daily lives
- Identify evils in the community and discuss how John the Baptist's message can be applied to address them

How can Christians apply the message of John the Baptist to deal with the evils present in society today?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 83
- Bible
- Exercise books
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 84
- Flashcard materials

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

Annunciation of the Birth of John the Baptist - Role play and consolidation
The Birth and Childhood of Jesus Christ - Annunciation of the birth of Jesus Christ

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Perform a role play of key events in the annunciation and birth of John the Baptist
- Summarise the key themes from the sub-strand in their own words
- Appreciate the significance of John the Baptist's birth as a turning point in the history of salvation

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, stage a role play of the annunciation and birth of John the Baptist identifying characters, props and costumes
- Record the performance using a digital device and discuss lessons learnt
- Write a summary of the main events and themes covered in the sub-strand

What is the significance of the annunciation and birth of John the Baptist in the history of salvation?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 85
- Digital devices
- Bible
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 86
- Charts

- Observation - Oral questions - Peer assessment

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

The Birth and Childhood of Jesus Christ - The birth of Jesus Christ in Bethlehem
The Birth and Childhood of Jesus Christ - The dedication of Jesus Christ in the temple

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe the events that took place during the birth of Jesus Christ from Luke 2:1–20
- Explain the significance of the birth of Jesus Christ to the shepherds and to the world
- Show appreciation for how God chose humble circumstances for the birth of the Saviour

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, read Luke 2:1–20 and discuss the events that took place during the birth of Jesus Christ
- Rearrange the events of the birth of Jesus in the correct order
- Download and watch a video on the birth of Jesus Christ and carry out a library search on why Christians celebrate His birth

Why did God choose humble circumstances for the birth of Jesus Christ and what does this teach us?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 87
- Bible
- Internet access
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 89
- Exercise books

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

The Birth and Childhood of Jesus Christ - The boy Jesus with the elders at the temple
The Birth and Childhood of Jesus Christ - Jesus Christ's growth in wisdom and favour

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Narrate the story of the boy Jesus with the elders at the temple from Luke 2:41–52
- Explain what the story reveals about Jesus Christ's awareness of His divine mission
- Show appreciation for Jesus Christ's obedience to his parents alongside his devotion to God

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read the story of Victor who got lost at a wedding and answer questions relating it to the story of Jesus
- In groups, read Luke 2:41–52 and answer questions on the Passover festival, Jesus staying behind and what He was doing at the temple
- Draw a picture map of the journey to Jerusalem, Jesus being left behind and His being found

What does the story of the boy Jesus in the temple reveal about His identity and divine mission?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 92
- Bible
- Drawing materials
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 93
- Internet access
- Exercise books

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

The Early Life of Jesus Christ

The Birth and Childhood of Jesus Christ - Values from the birth and childhood of Jesus
The Birth and Childhood of Jesus Christ - Home and school activities on early life of Jesus

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify values Christians learn from the birth and childhood of Jesus Christ
- Explain how values such as responsibility, obedience, humility and respect can be applied in daily life
- Show willingness to apply the values learnt from Jesus Christ's childhood in personal conduct

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Identify and discuss values learned from the birth and childhood of Jesus Christ and write on charts
- Read the table of values identified by Group Wisdom and explain how each value can be applied by Christians today
- Prepare flashcards on values from the birth and childhood of Jesus and display in the classroom

Which values do Christians learn from the birth and childhood of Jesus Christ and how can they be applied?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 95
- Flashcard materials
- Bible
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 96
- Exercise books

- Oral questions - Observation - Peer assessment

The Early Life of Jesus Christ
Christian Living Today
Christian Living Today

The Birth and Childhood of Jesus Christ - Review and consolidation of Strand 4
Human Sexuality - Meaning of human sexuality and adolescent changes
Human Sexuality - Healthy and unhealthy relationships

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Summarise the key concepts from all three sub-strands of Strand 4
- Answer end-of-strand review questions on the early life of Jesus Christ
- Show confidence in applying lessons from the early life of Jesus Christ to personal Christian living

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Review Lessons Learnt and What Will I Do sections for sub-strand 4.3
- Complete the self-assessment table covering: annunciation and birth of Jesus, dedication in the temple, the boy Jesus with elders, and values from His childhood
- Answer Section A and Section B end-of-strand exercises

How do the events of the early life of Jesus Christ guide Christians in their faith and daily living?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 98
- Exercise books
- Peer assessment rubric
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 116
- Internet access
- Charts
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 117
- Flashcard materials

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Peer assessment

Christian Living Today

Human Sexuality - Circumstances that lead to unhealthy relationships
Human Sexuality - Biblical teachings on sexual purity
Human Sexuality - Consequences of engaging in sex before marriage
Human Sexuality - Values needed to lead a chaste life

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify circumstances that lead to unhealthy relationships among young people
- Explain what to do when in an unhealthy relationship
- Show courage in walking away from unhealthy relationships

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read the story of Hazel and Oliver and answer questions on what makes their friendship unhealthy
- Sort circumstances that can lead to sexual temptations from a given list and post answers in the provided table
- Discuss how to avoid temptations and tempting places and write points on charts

What circumstances lead to unhealthy relationships and how can a young person respond to them?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 119
- Bible
- Exercise books
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 120
- Flashcard materials
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 122
- Internet access
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 124
- Digital devices

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Human Sexuality - Review and consolidation
Christian Marriage and Family - Biblical teachings on marriage and family
Christian Marriage and Family - Requirements of a Christian marriage and biblical teachings on family

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Summarise key concepts on human sexuality, healthy relationships, sexual purity and chastity
- Answer peer-assessment questions on all four concepts of the sub-strand
- Show confidence in applying lessons from human sexuality in daily Christian living

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Develop tips that can help young people live chaste lives, write on charts and share with the Bible Club
- Review Lessons Learnt and What Will I Do sections
- Complete the peer-assessment table covering the four concepts: meaning of sexuality, healthy relationships, circumstances leading to unhealthy relationships, and consequences of sex before marriage

How do the lessons learnt about human sexuality guide you in making responsible choices as a Christian?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 125
- Exercise books
- Peer assessment rubric
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 127
- Bible
- Charts
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 129

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Peer assessment

Christian Living Today

Christian Marriage and Family - Ways Christians promote values before marriage
Christian Marriage and Family - Importance of harmonious family relationships

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain ways through which Christians promote values among young people before marriage
- Identify the values important in marriage and explain why they are needed
- Show willingness to uphold values that prepare one for a stable Christian marriage

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss ways through which Christians promote values among young people before marriage and write on charts
- Read what LION group wrote on how Christians promote values among young people before marriage and add more
- Discuss and write lessons learnt from Pastor Enoch's talk on values important in marriage

How do Christians prepare young people to uphold the values needed for a stable and godly marriage?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 130
- Exercise books
- Charts
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 131
- Internet access

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Christian Marriage and Family - Skills for stable families and review
Christian Marriage and Family - Review and consolidation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify values that promote harmony in marriages and families
- Apply skills of self-awareness, assertiveness, decision making and problem solving in family settings
- Show commitment to contributing to stable and harmonious families

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Role play a stable Christian family and record the performance using a digital device
- Compose and recite poems on "God is the centre for stable families"
- Review Lessons Learnt, What Will I Do and complete the self-assessment table for the sub-strand

What skills and values do young people need to contribute to stable and harmonious Christian families?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 133
- Exercise books
- Peer assessment rubric
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 134
- Posters

- Observation - Oral questions - Peer assessment

Christian Living Today

Alcohol, Drugs and Substance Use - Types of drugs commonly abused by youth
Alcohol, Drugs and Substance Use - Reasons why young people abuse drugs

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Define alcohol, drugs, substance use and abuse
- Identify drugs commonly abused by the youth in Kenya today including tobacco, miraa, bhang, cocaine and heroin
- Show resolve to avoid all forms of alcohol, drug and substance use

- In pairs, discuss the meanings of alcohol, drugs and substance use and write on charts
- In groups, discuss and list drugs commonly abused by the youth in Kenya and write on charts
- Read a summary of commonly abused drugs written by fellow learners and add more to the list

What are the different types of drugs commonly abused by young people in Kenya today?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 136
- Internet access
- Charts
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 137
- Exercise books

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Alcohol, Drugs and Substance Use - Effects on individuals and families
Alcohol, Drugs and Substance Use - Biblical teaching on alcohol and drugs

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe the effects of alcohol, drugs and substance use on individuals including poor health, school dropout and violence
- Explain the effects on families including financial strains, conflicts and divorce
- Show concern for persons affected by alcohol and drug abuse in the community

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Search the internet for effects of alcohol and drug abuse on individuals and families and prepare PowerPoint presentations
- Compose a poem on the effects of alcohol, drugs and substance abuse and recite it to the class
- Read the Take Note points on effects on individuals and families and write them in exercise books

How does alcohol, drug and substance abuse destroy individuals and tear families apart?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 138
- Internet access
- Exercise books
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 139
- Bible
- Charts

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Alcohol, Drugs and Substance Use - Values and skills to avoid alcohol and drugs
Alcohol, Drugs and Substance Use - Review and consolidation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify values — obedience, respect, responsibility, diligence and perseverance — needed to avoid alcohol and drugs
- Describe skills — self-awareness, assertiveness, decision making and critical thinking — needed to resist substance abuse
- Embrace values and skills that help in avoiding alcohol, drug and substance use

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss values and skills needed to avoid alcohol, drug and substance use and write in exercise books
- Listen to a resource person who has overcome substance abuse and ask relevant questions
- Reflect on and journal ways to avoid alcohol, drug and substance abuse and write personal commitments

Which values and skills equip a young Christian to resist the temptation of alcohol, drug and substance use?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 141
- Exercise books
- Charts
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 142
- Posters

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Gambling - Meaning, types of gambling and biblical teachings
Gambling - Causes and effects of gambling on individuals and families

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Define gambling and identify its three types: commercial, sports betting and electronic gaming
- Explain what the Bible teaches on gambling from Proverbs 13:11; 28:20–22 and 1 Timothy 6:9
- Show resolve to avoid gambling as it is contrary to biblical teachings on hard work and contentment

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In pairs, discuss the meaning and types of gambling and write on charts
- Read Proverbs 13:11; 28:20–22 and 1 Timothy 6:9 and discuss biblical teachings on gambling
- Read the story of Ethan and Jones and answer questions on how gambling destroyed their lives

What does the Bible teach about gambling and why should Christians avoid all forms of it?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 144
- Bible
- Charts
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 146
- Internet access

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Gambling - Measures to help young people overcome gambling
Gambling - Strategies for overcoming gambling and value of gambling-free life

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe measures taken by Christians and the government to help young people overcome gambling
- Explain what the Bible teaches on overcoming gambling from Proverbs 13:11; 1 Timothy 6:10; Hebrews 13:5 and Galatians 5:22–24
- Show appreciation for the support systems available to those struggling with gambling addiction

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Search the internet or library for measures taken by Christians and the government to help young people overcome gambling
- Read Proverbs 13:11; 1 Timothy 6:10; Hebrews 13:5 and Galatians 5:22–24 and discuss what they teach about overcoming gambling
- Listen to a resource person from a recovery centre on negative effects of gambling and ask relevant questions

What measures can Christians and the government take to help young people overcome gambling addiction?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 148
- Bible
- Internet access
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 149
- Drawing materials

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Gambling - Review and consolidation
Gambling - End-of-sub-strand activities and transition

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Summarise key concepts on gambling — meaning, causes, effects and measures to overcome it
- Answer peer-assessment questions on the four concepts of the sub-strand
- Show commitment to living a gambling-free life guided by biblical values

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Prepare a sensitisation talk to the school on meaning, causes, effects and how to help gambling addicts and present during assembly
- Find out gambling activities in the community from parents or guardians and write a report
- Review Lessons Learnt, What Will I Do and complete the peer-assessment table

How do the lessons learnt about gambling help you to make responsible choices and support others?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 151
- Exercise books
- Peer assessment rubric
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 152
- Internet access

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Peer assessment

Christian Living Today

Social Media - Social media platforms used by young people today
Social Media - Ways of using social media responsibly

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Define social media platforms and identify those commonly used by young people including Instagram, WhatsApp, TikTok and YouTube
- Describe how different social media platforms are used
- Show awareness of both the opportunities and risks associated with social media

In groups, learners are guided to:
- In groups, discuss the meaning of social media platforms and state those they use and write on charts
- Interpret pictures of different social media platform logos and identify them
- Discuss how each platform is used by young people and write short notes in exercise books

What are the social media platforms used by young people today and what are they used for?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 154
- Internet access
- Charts
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 155
- Exercise books

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Christian Living Today

Social Media - Dangers of online strangers and cyberbullying
Social Media - How social media is misused today
Social Media - Christian values to apply when using social media
Social Media - Review and consolidation of Strand 6

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify dangers posed by chatting or meeting online strangers including kidnapping, criminal recruitment and drug introduction
- Define cyberbullying and describe ways to respond to it
- Show resolve to protect personal safety and dignity when using social media

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read points on dangers of chatting with online strangers and add more examples
- Discuss ways of responding to cyberbullying including not responding, blocking the bully and telling a trusted adult
- Role play responsible and irresponsible use of social media and discuss lessons learnt

What are the dangers of chatting with online strangers and how should a Christian respond to cyberbullying?

- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 156
- Exercise books
- Digital devices
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 159
- Internet access
- Charts
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 160
- Poster materials
- KLB Top Scholar CRE Grade 7 pg. 161
- Peer assessment rubric

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments