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| Which subject | Religion |
| What topic | The book of Jonah |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Doesn't matter |
| Class size | 20 |
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| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
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| Number of slides | 5 |
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The book of Jonah
Flexible; suitable for students of all ages studying Religion.
Religion
30 minutes
20 students
The lesson aligns with the Australian Curriculum: Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) framework, particularly under the understanding of diverse beliefs and their influence on communities and individuals.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Jonah | 5 minutes | Briefly introduce the story of Jonah. Highlight key points such as God’s command, Jonah's flight, and the eventual outcome. |
| 2 | Read the Book of Jonah | 10 minutes | Divide students into small groups. Assign each group a section of Jonah to read together. Encourage them to discuss key elements. |
| 3 | Group Discussion | 7 minutes | Invite each group to share their insights. Use guiding questions to facilitate discussion about themes such as obedience and compassion. |
| 4 | Reflection Activity | 5 minutes | Hand out sticky notes. Ask students to write down their thoughts on what the story of Jonah teaches about personal values. |
| 5 | Wrap-Up and Homework | 3 minutes | Summarize the key points discussed. For homework, ask students to reflect on the themes and write a short paragraph on their personal takeaways. Collect the sticky notes for a future display. |
Students will write a short paragraph reflecting on the themes of the book of Jonah and how they relate to their lives. This will be collected and reviewed by the teacher without class presentations.