God Wants Us to Work – Basic 5 Christian Religious Studies Lesson Note (First Term)

Work and Purpose Lesson Plan

Behavioral Objectives

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

1. Define what work is.
2. Mention different types of work.
3. Explain why people should work.

Keywords

• Work
• Types of Work
• Purpose
• Responsibility

Set Induction

Start by asking pupils about their daily tasks at home or school. Discuss how these tasks are important and how they contribute to their well-being and the well-being of others.

Entry Behavior

Pupils have some understanding of chores and tasks but may not fully grasp the concept of work as a broader responsibility.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Bible (Genesis 2:15, Proverbs 14:23)
• Pictures or illustrations of different types of work (e.g., farming, teaching, construction)
• Whiteboard and markers

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Discuss their own responsibilities at home and school, linking these tasks to the broader concept of work and its importance.

Embedded Core Skills

• Responsibility
• Critical thinking
• Communication
• Reflection

Learning Materials

• Visual aids showing various types of work and their impact

Reference Books

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Bible (Genesis 2:15, Proverbs 14:23)

Instructional Materials

• Bible (Genesis 2:15, Proverbs 14:23)
• Illustrations of work

Content

1. What Work Is:

• Work is any activity or task that requires effort and is done to achieve a specific purpose or goal.
• It includes both paid and unpaid activities.

2. Different Types of Work:

• Physical Work: Tasks that involve physical effort (e.g., farming, construction).
• Mental Work: Tasks that involve thinking and planning (e.g., teaching, office work).
• Voluntary Work: Tasks undertaken without payment to help others (e.g., volunteering at a charity).
• Household Work: Daily chores and responsibilities at home (e.g., cleaning, cooking).

3. Why People Should Work:

• Purpose: Work gives a sense of purpose and accomplishment.
• Self-Sufficiency: Enables individuals to support themselves and their families.
• Contribution: Helps improve the community and society by providing necessary services and goods.
• Growth: Offers opportunities for personal and professional development.

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

1. Work is any activity or task that requires ______ and is done to achieve a specific goal. a) Money b) Effort c) Rest d) Time 
2. Physical work involves tasks that require ______ effort. a) Mental b) Financial c) Emotional d) Physical 
3. One example of voluntary work is ______ at a charity. a) Working b) Playing c) Sleeping d) Shopping 
4. Work provides a sense of ______ and accomplishment. a) Boredom b) Anger c) Purpose d) Confusion 
5. Household work includes tasks like ______ and cooking. a) Traveling b) Reading c) Cleaning d) Watching TV