Lesson Plan: Noah
Subject: Religion
Grade Level: Reception/Kindergarten
Duration: 30 Minutes
Topic: Noah
Objective
Students will learn about the story of Noah and the importance of faith and obedience to God. They will explore themes of kindness, caring for animals, and the concept of a promise through the story of the rainbow.
Materials Needed
- Bible storybook (children's version of Noah's Ark)
- Toy animals (various types, enough to represent pairs)
- Craft supplies (construction paper, crayons, glue, scissors)
- A large bowl of water and small cups (for a simple science experiment)
- Rainbow colored ribbons or strips of paper
Lesson Outline
Introduction (5 Minutes)
- Begin with a brief introductory prayer.
- Ask the children if they have heard of Noah. Discuss any previous knowledge about him.
- Introduce the topic of the lesson: "Today we will learn about a man named Noah, who listened to God and built a big boat."
Story Time (10 Minutes)
- Read the story of Noah from a children's Bible storybook, focusing on key points:
- God saw that people were not being kind and decided to start fresh.
- He chose Noah because Noah was good and listened to Him.
- God told Noah to build an ark and to take two of each animal on it.
- The rainbow as a promise from God after the flood.
- Use toy animals to help visualize the pairs that Noah took onto the ark.
Discussion (5 Minutes)
- Engage the children with questions:
- Why do you think Noah listened to God?
- What do you think it was like on the ark with all those animals?
- What does the rainbow mean to us today?
- Emphasize important themes: faith, obedience, and caring for God’s creation.
Activity: Animal Pairs Craft (10 Minutes)
- Each child will create their own pair of animals using construction paper and craft supplies. They can choose any animals they like.
- Encourage them to decorate and personalize their animals, explaining that just as Noah cared for the animals, we should care for animals too.
- Once finished, they can share their creations with the class.
Conclusion and Wrap-Up (5 Minutes)
- Recap the story of Noah and highlight the lessons learned: obedience, faith, and kindness.
- Conclude with a group activity where all children come together to form a rainbow with their colored ribbons or strips of paper and discuss the meaning of God’s promise.
- End with a closing prayer thanking God for His promises, kindness, and the animals He created.
Assessment
- Observe children's participation during discussions.
- Review the animal pairs crafted by students to ensure they understand the concept of caring for God's creation.
Additional Notes
- Make sure to maintain a warm and welcoming environment throughout the lesson.
- Adapt activities as necessary to accommodate all children's needs and abilities.