God the Creator (Living Things) – Basic 1 Christian Religious Studies Lesson Note (First Term)

God the Creator made everything in six days. After making the non-living things, He made plants on Day 3, the sun, moon and stars on Day 4, fish and birds on Day 5, and animals and man on Day 6. Man is the most special creation, because God made him in His own image.

Behavioural objectives

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

• name the things God created on Days 3, 4, 5 and 6;
• give examples of big animals, small animals, animals that crawl and insects;
• say why man is special and how God created man;
• give reasons why God created man and all things;
• list ways to love and care for God’s creatures.

What did God create on Days 3 to 6?

Day 3: plants

• God made grass
• God made flowers
• God made trees
• Plants are beautiful and give us food

Day 4: sun, moon and stars

God made them to rule day and night.

Day 5: fish and birds

• God created fish to live in water
• God created birds to fly in the sky
• There are many different types

Day 6: animals and man

1. Big animals

• Elephants
• Lions
• Giraffes
• Hippos
• Camels

2. Small animals

• Dogs
• Cats
• Rabbits
• Chickens
• Goats

3. Animals that crawl

• Snakes
• Lizards
• Snails

4. Insects

• Butterflies
• Bees
• Ants

Why is man the most special creation?

The Bible says: “So God created man in his own image” (Genesis 1:27).

• God created man in His own image
• God created man to be like Him
• Man can think and talk
• Man is more important than animals

How did God create man?

1. God formed man (Adam) from the dust
2. God breathed into his nose
3. Adam became alive
4. God created woman (Eve) from Adam’s rib
5. God gave them a beautiful garden (Garden of Eden)

Why did God create man and all things?

1. To show His power
   • God wanted to show how great He is
2. For man to enjoy
   • God created things for us to use
   • For us to eat and live
3. For man to take care of
   • God gave man work to do
   • To take care of the garden
   • To name the animals
4. For His glory
   • Everything praises God
   • We should thank God
5. For companionship
   • God wanted someone to talk to
   • God loves us and wants to be with us

How can we love and care for God’s creatures?

1. Take care of animals
   • Feed them
   • Don’t hurt them
   • Be kind to animals
2. Take care of plants
   • Water flowers
   • Don’t destroy trees
   • Plant new trees
3. Keep the environment clean
   • Don’t litter
   • Throw rubbish in the bin
   • Keep our surroundings clean
4. Love other people
   • Be kind to everyone
   • Help others
   • Don’t fight
5. Thank God
   • Say thank you to God every day
   • Pray to God
   • Worship God

Bible verse to remember

“God saw all that he had made, and it was very good” (Genesis 1:31).

Evaluation

Choose the correct answer.

1. God created man in His own _____.
   • a) house
   • b) image
   • c) school
2. The first man was called _____.
   • a) Adam
   • b) John
   • c) Peter
3. The first woman was called _____.
   • a) Mary
   • b) Eve
   • c) Sarah
4. We should _____ God’s creatures.
   • a) destroy
   • b) love and care for
   • c) hate
5. God created everything in _____ days.
   • a) 6
   • b) 10
   • c) 3

Assignment

1. Draw Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden.
2. Name 5 animals God created.
3. Water a plant at home.
4. Be kind to an animal this week.