The Twelve Tribes of Israel (Primary 6- Crs Lesson Note: First Term, Week Eight)

Class: Primary 6 (Age 11)
Week of the Term: Week 8
Topic: The Twelve Tribes of Israel
Sub-Topic: Names of the Twelve Tribes and Their Origins

Instructional Objectives:

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

1. List the names of the twelve tribes of Israel.
2. Explain the origin of the twelve tribes.
3. Discuss the significance of the twelve tribes in Israel’s history.

Entry Behaviour:

Pupils should already know about the story of Jacob and his twelve sons.

Instructional Materials:

1. Bible (Genesis 49:1-28)
2. Charts showing the names of the twelve tribes
3. Flashcards with the names of Jacob’s sons and the corresponding tribe
4. Map of the division of the twelve tribes in Israel

Reference Materials:

Adeyemi, M., & Udo, A. (2018). Bible Stories and Moral Lessons for Children. Educational Press Ltd.

Content:

The Twelve Tribes of Israel

• Background: The twelve tribes of Israel descended from the twelve sons of Jacob, who was also called Israel. These tribes formed the foundation of the nation of Israel.
• The Twelve Sons and Their Tribes:
  1. Reuben
  2. Simeon
  3. Levi
  4. Judah
  5. Dan
  6. Naphtali
  7. Gad
  8. Asher
  9. Issachar
  10. Zebulun
  11. Joseph (divided into two tribes: Ephraim and Manasseh)
  12. Benjamin
• Significance: The twelve tribes are important because they represent the divisions of the people of Israel. Each tribe had its own land and leaders, and the tribes played key roles in the development of the nation.

Step 1: Introduction

Lesson Presentation (Step-by-Step Procedure)

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