Commandments – To Walk in God’s Instructions

Grade 5 · Religious and Moral Education

Semester 1 | Period 3 | Week 16

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Subject: Religious and Moral Education

Semester: 1

Period: 3

Week: 16

School Name:
Teacher’s Name:
Subject: Religious and Moral Education
Grade Level: Grade 5
Date: Week 16
Lesson Duration: 45 minutes
Week & Period: Week 16, Period 3
Topic: Commandments – To Walk in God’s Instructions
Sub-topic: Freedom and Happiness (Part 1)

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

  1. Define freedom and happiness.
  2. Explain how obedience to God’s commandments brings true freedom and joy.
  3. Give examples from Bible and Quran about obedience leading to peace.

Previous Knowledge
Students already know the importance of obedience.

Instructional Materials
Bible, Quran, flashcards with “freedom” and “happiness,” charts, chalkboard.

Lesson Development – ABC Model
A – Anticipation (Warm-up / Starter)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Teacher asks: “What makes you happy?” Learners share answers like food, games, friends. Teacher guides them to deeper happiness found in obeying God.

B – Building Knowledge (Main Lesson Body)

Time: 25–30 minutes
Topic: Freedom and Happiness through Obedience

  1. Definitions
  • Freedom: Being able to live without fear or bondage.
  • Happiness: Joy, peace, and contentment.

 

  1. Connection between Obedience, Freedom, and Happiness
  • Obedience to God’s commandments leads to freedom and happiness.
  • It helps prevent problems like guilt, punishment, or quarrels.

 

  1. Examples from Scripture
  • Bible: Israelites prospered and lived well when they obeyed God.
  • Quran: Believers find peace of heart through submission to Allah (Surah Ar-Ra’d 13:28).

 

  1. Practical Activity
  • Learners draw or write about ways they find happiness when obeying rules (e.g., praying, helping parents, telling the truth).

 

  1. Learners’ Activities (Expanded)
  • Discuss examples of obedience leading to happiness.
  • Read Bible and Quran passages related to obedience and peace.
  • Draw pictures representing freedom and happiness through obedience.
  • Share personal stories about how obeying rules brings joy.

 

  1. Assessment Checks (Oral Questions)
  • What is freedom?
  • How does obedience bring happiness?

 

  1. Notes (Expanded & Detailed)
  • Freedom and happiness are blessings that come from obeying God.
  • Obedience helps us avoid trouble and live peacefully.
  • When we obey God, our hearts are filled with joy and peace.

C – Consolidation (Conclusion & Assessment)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Summary: Learners recall definitions of freedom and happiness and explain how God’s commandments lead to joy.

Evaluation Method (Expanded):
Exit slip: Write one way obedience brings you happiness.

Assignment (Expanded):
Write 5 ways you can find happiness through obeying God.

Follow-up Activity:
Learners share with parents how obedience brings joy and record their parents’ thoughts.

Differentiation / Inclusive Strategies
Use drawing for learners with writing challenges. Encourage oral explanations for struggling learners.

Teacher’s Reflection (After Class)
What worked well? ___________________________________________
What needs improvement? ____________________________________
Students’ engagement level: ☑ High ☐ Medium ☐ Low