It is a common fact that education is an integral part of a child’s growth. The basis for a child’s tomorrow is established on the foundation of today. Christian Religious Studies is considered to be a core subject in primary school. The Christian Religious Studies Scheme of Work for Primary 3 pupils is a vital instrument for both teachers and pupils. It is intended to assist pupils who are either 7-8 years old in broadening their understanding of Christian tradition and how it relates to their lives.
Scheme of Work is intended to be an introduction to pupils on what the Christian faith contains. As such, it is clear from this design that the main concepts are easy to follow and express in a manner that can be easily understood by pupils. The Scheme of Work is divided into three terms, and each term is designed to cover different topics that pupils must learn and reflect on.
In the first term, pupils will learn about how the Israelites became slaves in Egypt, how God delivered them from their bondage, and how the Egyptians perished in the Red Sea. Additionally, they will learn about the Passover, which is relatable to the Christian faith. The pupils will learn the following about the Passover. What Passover is, the story of Passover, and God’s precepts for Passover.
The second term of the Scheme of Learning incorporates what a child will learn about Jesus Christ who is the way to the Father and the Good Shepherd. It explains the features of light and salt, which means the Christian people are the light of the world” and “the salt of the world. The pupil is also taught about “the passion of Jesus Christ,” His crucifixion, and His resurrection the promise of the comforter.
The third term of the Scheme of Work focuses on the second coming of Jesus Christ and the need for pupils to live a good life for the return of Christ. They will be taught about Christ’s ascension, the promise of His second coming, and the need to prepare for His second coming will be covered. The third gift of the Holy Spirit and why He is coming again
Christian Religious Studies Scheme of Work for Primary 3 is a significant resource for both learners and their teachers. First, they get to know the primary teachings of the Christian religion and how they apply the same to their individual lives. The outline is user-friendly and affords the learners a chance to grasp the meanings of the concepts with ease. It immensely prepares them for the subsequent years of learning and understanding.
Table of Contents
First Term Christian Religious Studies Scheme of Work for Primary 3
| WEEK | TOPIC | CONTENT |
| 1-2 | Deliverance from Egypt | (1) Israel Ek.l:8-22 (2) Deliverance of Israel from Egyptian bondage -The birth of Moses Ek.2:l-2 -The call of Moses Ek.3:l-4 -God gave Moses Miraculous Power Ek.4:l-7 etc. (3) The Israelites crossed the red sea Ex.l4:l-22, 29:31 (4) The Egyptians perished in the red sea Ex.l4:23-28 |
| 3-4 | The Passover | (1) Explain the meaning of Passover Ex.l2:21-28 (2) The story of the Passover (3) Precepts for Passover Ex.l2:43-50 (4) The importance of the Passover Ex.l2:23. Reminder of God’s protection over His people |
| 5-6 | Moses and the Bronze Serpent in the Wilderness | (1) Why the Israelites complained in the wilderness Num.21:4-7 (2) What happened as a result of their compliant Num.4:6 (3) God’s instruction to Moses Num.21:8 (4) Moses made bronze serpent Num.21:9 (5) Importance of the story Jh.3:14-16 |
| 7. | Mid Term Test | |
| 8. | Entry into the promised Land | (1) Israel passed through the River Jordan to the promised land Jos.3:l- 17 (2) Significance of the twelve stones carried out of the River Jordan (representing the twelve tribes of Israel) Jos.4:l-5 &9 -24 |
| 9-10 | Promise of the Saviour | (1) The meaning of Emmanuel Matt.l:23 (2) Prophet Isaiah foretold the birth of Jesus Christ lsa.7:14;9:6- 7; 11:1-5 (3) The type of saviour that Jesus is (a suffering messiah. Isa.53:l-ll; Mk. 10:32-34 (4) The Importance of a saviour Matt.l:21, saves protects and Hos.l3:4-5 |
| 11. | Revision | |
| 12 & 13 | Examination |
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Second Term Christian Religious Studies Scheme of Work for Primary 3
| WEEK | TOPIC | CONTENT |
| 1-2 | Jesus the way to the Father | (1) Jesus is the only way to the rather Jan.14:6-7 (2) Meaning of Born-Again Jn.3:l-21 (3) How to be born again -Through baptism -Through life in Christ -Through the acceptance of Christ into one’s Life Col.3:1-15 |
| 3-4 | Jesus the Good Shepherd | (1) Meaning of the term “Good shepherd” Jn.10:11-12 (2) Qualities of good Shepherd: Kind, Loving, Caring, Protective etc Lk.l5:l-17,Jn.lO (3) Demonstration of how Jesus is a Good Shepherd (4) Jesus showed goodness to people Jn.2:1-11 -Helping people in need -Listening to people who asked Him for help |
| 5-6 | Jesus the Bread of Life | (1) Meaning of the Bred of Life Jn.6:35 (2) Jesus the Bread of Life Jn.6:51; lCor.ll- 24 |
| 7. | Mid Term Test | |
| 8. | Christians as salt of the Earth | (1) Christians as the salt of the Earth (2) Meaning of Christians as salt of the earth (Righteousness, Goodness… etc) (3) Jesus teaching of Christians as salt of the earth Matt.5:13 |
| 9-10 | Christians as Light of the world | (1) Characteristics of light -Illuminates -Attracts -Gives life (2) Meaning of Christian as light of the earth (examples to others) (3) Jesus’ teaching on Christians as light of the world Matt.5:15-16 (4) The importance of Christians as light of the world Matt.5:15-16 |
| 11. | Revision | |
| 12 & 13 | Examination |
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Third Term Christian Religious Studies Scheme of Work for Primary 3
| WEEK | TOPIC | CONTENT |
| 1-2 | Suffering of Jesus Christ | (1) Meaning of suffering (2) Examples of people in the Bible who suffered (Jesus, Stephen, His disciples…etc) Lk.22:47- 71, Act.7:54-60, Acts.5:7-18, Acts.5:40 (3) Reasons for their suffering Jn.15:18-20 (4) Importance of Christ’s suffering (For our redemption) Jn.18:1-13 and 19-41 |
| 3-5 | Death and Resurrection | (1) Death and resurrection of Jesus Lk.23:33-46; Lk.24:l-6 (2) Importance of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ (Salvation/redemption) (3) Appearance of Christ to Mary Magdalene Jn.20:16-18; Lk.24:44-47 |
| 6 | Promise of the comforter | (1) The person of the Holy Spirit (2) The coming of the power of the Holy Spirit upon the disciples Act.21:8; Act.2:l-4; Jn.15:26 |
| 7. | Mid Term Test | |
| 8. | Promise of the Comfort (Contd) | The gifts of the Holy Spirit (boldness, powers, ability to heal comfort, protection, |
| 9-10 | The second coming of Jesus Christ | (1) Meaning of Suffering (2) Examples of people in the Bible who suffered (Jesus, Stephen, His disciples…etc) Lk.22:47- 71, Act.7:54-60, Acts.5:7-18, Acts.5:40 (3) Reasons for their suffering Jn.15:18-20 (4) Importance of Christ’s suffering (For our redemption) Jn.18:1-13 and 19-41 |
| 11. | Revision | |
| 12 & 13 | Examination |
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Conclusion
The Christian Religious Studies Scheme of Work for Primary Three is focused on enlightening pupils on the Christian faith and the teachings of the Christian faith. This scheme of work encompasses the deliverance of the Israelites from Egypt, the Passover, Moses and the Bronze Serpent in the Wilderness, Jesus is the way to my Father, Christians are the salt of the heart, the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, the promise of the Comforter, and the coming of Jesus Christ.
Christian Religious Studies scheme of work for Primary 3 is intended to help the pupils have an in-depth knowledge of the Christian faith. The scheme covers all the areas that are important as far as the Christian faith is concerned. By the time the scheme comes to an end, the pupils should have familiarized themselves with the Christian faith and be able to integrate it into their life
