Bible Literacy F-6

In Unit 4, the unit introduces students to important kings chosen by God and highlights God’s promise to David that his kingdom will last forever. Beginning with David’s anointing and reign, the stories trace his rise to power and the building of Solomon’s Temple, symbolising the strength of God’s covenant. Isaiah’s prophecy of Immanuel connects this promise to the coming of Jesus, whose birth fulfils God’s plan for an eternal kingdom, showing how Jesus is the ultimate King in the line of David.

Students will explore stories from the Bible using an interactive digital flipbook. This tool helps students unpack key elements such as character, setting, important themes and historical content, all while making connections to their everyday lives. The digital stories offer an engaging and modern approach to learning, allowing students to reflect on how biblical lessons can shape their understanding of values and faith in a relatable way.

• 9 Week Unit
• Bible story lessons are 45 minutes and delivered once a week for eight weeks.
• A 20-minute progress test is administered during Week 4.
• A 45-minute summative assessment is administered in Week 9.

Stories

• The Anointing of David
• David and Goliath
• David’s Empire
• Solomon’s Temple
• Isaiah’s Prophecy
• Gabriel’s Announcements
• The Birth of Jesus
• Gift for the King

Christian Beliefs about the stories

• God cares about what’s in someone’s heart, not how they look on the outside.
• God chose David to be a king because He had a special plan for him.
• God helps when someone is scared.
• Even if we’re small or not strong, God helps people to feel brave to do big things.
• God loves and takes care of people.
• When someone loves God, He will bless them and keeps them safe forever.
• God keeps His promises, like He promised David that his son Solomon would build a temple for God.
• Temples are special places to worship God so He knows He is loved.
• Isaiah’s prophecy is about a special baby who would be born to bring peace and help everyone, and that baby is Jesus.
• God told Zechariah and Elizabeth they would have a baby named John who would help tell people about Jesus.
• Mary’s baby Jesus would make the world happy and peaceful.
• Jesus was born to be the saviour of the world.
• Even though Jesus is the son of God, he had a humble birth.
• Jesus was born to be a special king.
• God protected baby Jesus.

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Week 4
Progress Test is worth 30%.
A progress test will be completed during week 4 of the unit.

Week 9
The final Assessment is worth 70%.
One assessment task will be completed during week 9 of the unit.
The assessment will cover content (weeks 1–8).

In unit four, students will develop their knowledge and understanding of individuals who showed courage and trust in God during challenging times. From Daniel’s commitment to eat only clean food to Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego’s refusal to bow down to someone other than God. God blessed them and protected them for their faithfulness. The unit then tells the story of Esther and Mary and how God used them, despite their fear, to protect His people and fulfil His promises.
Students will learn about the historical context of each story to deepen their understanding of these key Biblical figures.

Students will explore stories from the Bible using an interactive digital flipbook. This tool helps students unpack key elements such as character, setting, important themes and historical content, all while making connections to their everyday lives. The digital stories offer an engaging and modern approach to learning, allowing students to reflect on how biblical lessons can shape their understanding of values and faith in a relatable way.

• 9 Week Unit
• Bible story lessons are 45 minutes and delivered once a week for eight weeks.
• A 20-minute progress test is administered during Week 4.
• A 45-minute summative assessment is administered in Week 9.

Stories

• Elijah and the Widow
• Daniel’s Decision
• Furnace Full of Fire
• Esther Becomes Queen
• Esther Saves Her People
• Gabriel’s Announcements
• Birth of Jesus
• Gift for the King

Christian Beliefs about the stories

• Christians believe that God provides for his people.
• Christians believe God is a healer.
• Christians believe God rewards people.
• Christians believe they should listen to and follow God’s rules.
• Christians believe they will be blessed if they obey God.
• Christians believe God can keep His people safe.
• Christians believe only God should be worshipped.
• Christians believe it is good to be humble.
• Christians believe they should follow God’s rules even when it is difficult.
• Christians believe they can trust God when bad things are happening.
• Christians believe God puts people in positions for a reason.
• Christians believe it is good to be humble.
• Christians believe Jesus is the Son of God.
• Christians believe Jesus was born to a woman named Mary.
• Christians believe Jesus is birth happened just as the Old Testament said it would.
• Christians believe Jesus is the saviour of the world.
• Christians believe 3 wise men visited baby Jesus and worshipped him.
• Christians believe Jesus Joseph was warned to take his family to Egypt so Jesus could be safe.

Animated flipbook

Week 4
Progress Test is worth 30%.
A progress test will be completed during week 4 of the unit.

Week 9
The final Assessment is worth 70%.
One assessment task will be completed during week 9 of the unit.
The assessment will cover content (weeks 1–8).

In Unit four, students will develop their knowledge and understanding of God’s promises and its fulfilment throughout generations. Students will learn about God’s unrelenting love for His people as He intervenes in the lives of key figures, from Jacob to Jesus, showing how He fulfills His promises of hope and salvation. Through this journey, students will explore stories depicting God’s blessing in unexpected places to unexpected people, further displaying God’s glory as He orchestrates His plan for salvation which ultimately leads to the birth of Jesus as the final fulfillment of His covenant.

Students will explore Christians from various countries, discovering diverse cultures and languages. Using a globe or map, they will locate each country featured in the lessons, fostering a sense of global community. They will learn about different people and countries, appreciate beautiful artwork depicting the Christian faith from around the world, and hear key Bible verses read in various languages. This exploration deepens their understanding of the rich diversity within the global Christian community and nurtures a compassionate and positive attitude toward others.

• 9 Week Unit
• Bible story lessons are 45 minutes and delivered once a week for eight weeks.
• A 20-minute progress test is administered during Week 4.
• A 45-minute summative assessment is administered in Week 9.

Stories

• Jacob’s Ladder
• The Birth of Moses
• The Birth of Samson
• A Child for Hannah
• Isaiah’s Prophecy
• Gabriel’s Announcements
• The Birth of Jesus
• Gift for the King

Christian Beliefs about the stories

Jacob’s Ladder

• Christians believe that God has special plans for everyone, and He loves each person very much.
• Christians believe that God is always with them, no matter where they are or what happens.

The Birth of Moses

• Christians believe that God helps protect people when they are in danger, just like He protected Moses.
• Christians believe that God helps them when they need help.
• Christians believe that God has a special plan for each person, and He takes care of them, even when they are little or when things seem scary.

The Birth of Samson

• Christians believe that God always hears and listens to their prayers, and He answers them.
• Christians believe that God has important things for everyone to do, even if they don’t know it yet.

A Child for Hannah

• Christians believe that God listens to our prayers.
• Christians believe that God answers prayers but when it’s the right time.

Isaiah’s Prophecy

• Isaiah’s prophecy is important to Christians because it promised that a special baby would be born to save people and bring peace.
• Christians believe this baby is Jesus who came to show God’s love and help everyone.
  

Gabriel’s Announcements

• Christians believe that God listens to their prayers. and answers them, even when it takes a long time.
• Christians believe that nothing is impossible for God. He can do anything and nothing is too hard for Him.
  Christians believe that Mary was chosen by God to be the mother of Jesus.

The Birth of Jesus

• Christians believe that Jesus was sent by God to help everyone and bring them close to God.
• Christians believe that Jesus’ birth was very special because he is the Saviour.
• Christians believe that it is important to trust God and follow His plan just like Joseph did.

Gift for the King

• Christians believe that Jesus is the King sent by God.
• Christians believe that God took care of Jesus when danger came.
• Christians believe that Jesus’ birth is good news for everyone. The wise men worshipped him because they knew he was the Messiah who God had promised to send.

Hispanic American Christians
Chinese Christians
Dutch Christians
Armenian Christians
Russian Christians
Thai Christians
Papuan Christians
Australian Christians

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Week 4
Progress Test is worth 30%.
A progress test will be completed during week 4 of the unit.

Week 9
The final Assessment is worth 70%.
One assessment task will be completed during week 9 of the unit.
The assessment will cover content (weeks 1–8).

In Unit Four, students will develop their knowledge and understanding of God’s constant presence throughout history, and His work in the lives of His people – guiding, sustaining, and fulfilling His promises from the past to the future.

Students will begin this inspiring journey by reflecting on the comforting words of Psalm 23 which beautifully illustrates God as the shepherd, offering reassurance, guidance and care. Students will delve into the story of Moses, witnessing how God guided His people through challenges with unwavering faithfulness. From these profound lessons to the fulfilment of His promises through His Son’s life and teachings, the students will engage in stories about Jesus’ mission before discovering the hope of a new creation.

Students will learn about the historical context of each story.

Students will explore Christians from various countries, discovering diverse cultures and languages. Using a globe or map, they will locate each country featured in the lessons, fostering a sense of global community. They will learn about different people and countries, appreciate beautiful artwork depicting the Christian faith from around the world, and hear key Bible verses read in various languages. This exploration deepens their understanding of the rich diversity within the global Christian community and nurtures a compassionate and positive attitude toward others.

• 9 Week Unit
• Bible story lessons are 45 minutes and delivered once a week for eight weeks.
• A 20-minute progress test is administered during Week 4.
• A 45-minute summative assessment is administered in Week 9.

Stories

• Psalm 23
• Gabriel’s Announcements
• The Birth of Jesus
• Gift for the King
• 1st Letter to the Corinthians (part 1)
• 2nd Letter to the Thessalonians
• New Heaven & New Earth
• New Jerusalem

Christian Beliefs about the story

Psalm 23

• Christians believe that God takes care of them like a shepherd cares for his sheep.
• Christians believe that God gives them everything they need.
• Christians believe that God is with them when they are scared, so they don’t need to be afraid.
• Christians believe that they will live with God forever in heaven.

Gabriel’s Announcements

• Christians believe that God is faithful and fulfills His promises.
• Christians believe that nothing is impossible for God: despite Elizabeth and Zechariah being old and childless, God miraculously gave them a son.
• Christians believe John the Baptist was chosen by God to prepare people for the coming of Jesus. He would help them recognise Jesus as the Messiah.
• Christians believe that God cares deeply for humanity, and He actively gets involved in human history. This is shown by Gabriel’s appearance to Zechariah and Mary.

The Birth of Jesus

• Christians believe that Mary had baby Jesus through a miracle. God’s Holy Spirit gave her the baby, so Jesus is God’s Son.
• Christians believe Jesus was born to save people from their sins and he is the Saviour and King who God promised to send.
• Christians believe that Jesus came for everyone – rich or poor because he was born in a small stable in a manger where animals eat.
• Christians believe Jesus’ birth means God is close to us. Jesus’ name ‘Emmanuel’ means ‘God with us,’ and he came to show God’s love.

Gift for the King

• Christians believe that wise men travelled a long way, guided by a special star, to find and worship Jesus. This shows Jesus is the King and Saviour for everyone, even people from far-off lands.
• Christians believe God protected Jesus and kept him safe. God watches over His plans and His people.
• Christians believe that the events in Matthew 2 fulfilled prophecies from the Old Testament, and that the events prove Jesus is the Saviour and King God had promised.
• Christians believe that Jesus’ birth was part of God’s plan to save the world, and no one can stop what God has planned even when evil tries to fight against it.

1^st Letter to the Corinthians (part 1)

• Christians believe that the church is made up of all believers in Jesus, and they should be united.
• Christians believe that true wisdom is the wisdom from God, and it leads to understanding God’s plan of them being saved through Jesus.
• Christians believe that the Spirit of God helps them to live the way God wants and to understand His message clearly.
• Christians believe that everything they have is a gift from God. Paul teaches that no one should boast about their own achievements but should boast in what God has done through them. the church is made up of all believers in Jesus, and they should be united.
• Christians believe that true wisdom is the wisdom from God, and it leads to understanding God’s plan of them being saved through Jesus.
• Christians believe that the Spirit of God helps them to live the way God wants and to understand His message clearly.
• Christians believe that everything they have is a gift from God. Paul teaches that no one should boast about their own achievements but should boast in what God has done through them.

2^nd Letter to the Thessalonians

• Christians believe that one day, Jesus will come back to earth in a big, glorious way that everyone will see. It will show God’s power, and everyone will know Jesus is the King.
• Christians believe that people who stay faithful to Jesus, even when things are hard, will be rewarded when Jesus comes back. They will get to be with God forever.
• Christians believe that no matter what happens, it’s important to keep believing in God and doing what He wants.
• Christians believe that God will make sure everyone gets what they deserve. Those who hurt others and don’t love God will be punished, but those who suffer because they love Jesus will be helped and rewarded.

New Heaven & New Earth

• Christians believe that everything in the Bible tells a story about God’s plan for the world. Revelation 21 shows that this story ends with a beautiful and happy future.
• Christians believe that Revelation 21 gives them hope. It reminds them that even when things are hard, God has a wonderful future waiting for them where everything will be good and happy.
• Christians believe that God is in control, and He will make sure everything turns out right in the end.

New Jerusalem

• Christians believe the beautiful place that God shows in this vision is where everything will be perfect again.
• Christians believe that in this new place, God will always be with His people who will live forever in happiness with Him, and there will be no more pain, fear, or sadness.
• Christians believe that Jesus is going to come back to the world one day and will reward people who love and obey him, but he will also judge those who don’t.

Hispanic American Christians
Aboriginal Australian Christians
Korean Christians
Egyptian Christians
French Christians
Mexican Christians
Russian Christians
Indonesian Christians

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Week 4
Progress Test is worth 30%.
A progress test will be completed during week 4 of the unit.

Week 9
The final Assessment is worth 70%.
One assessment task will be completed during week 9 of the unit.
The assessment will cover content (weeks 1–8).

In unit four, students will develop their knowledge and understanding of God’s power to bring freedom, His provision for His people, and the fulfilment of His redemptive plan for the world.

This unit explores the themes of freedom and fulfilment through significant events in the Old and New Testaments, highlighting God’s power to deliver and His provision for His people. Students will examine the deliverance of the Israelites from Egypt, including the birth of Moses, the plagues, the first Passover, the crossing of the Red Sea, and God’s provision of manna in the wilderness. The unit culminates in the announcement and birth of Jesus Christ, focusing on the fulfilment of God’s promises and the worship of those who recognised Him as King. Through these passages, the unit connects God’s acts of deliverance in history to His ultimate plan for freedom and redemption for all people. Students will learn about the historical context of each story.

Students will explore Christians from various countries, discovering diverse cultures and languages. Using a globe or map, they will locate each country featured in the lessons, fostering a sense of global community. They will learn about different people and countries, appreciate beautiful artwork depicting the Christian faith from around the world, and hear key Bible verses read in various languages. This exploration deepens their understanding of the rich diversity within the global Christian community and nurtures a compassionate and positive attitude toward others.

• 9 Week Unit
• Bible story lessons are 45 minutes and delivered once a week for eight weeks.
• A 20-minute progress test is administered during Week 4.
• A 45-minute summative assessment is administered in Week 9.

Stories

• The Birth of Moses
• Pharaoh’s Plagues
• The Passover
• Crossing the Red Sea
• Manna From Heaven
• Gabriel’s Announcements
• The Birth of Jesus
• Gift for the King

Christian Beliefs about the story

• Christians believe that God saved Moses because He had a special job for Moses because he will lead the Israelites out of Egypt and free them from slavery.
• Christians believe that even when things seem hard, God is always working to help His people and has a plan for their lives just like He did with Moses.
• Christians believe that God’s power is mighty.
• Christians believe that God gives them chances to change just like he gave Pharaoh chances to change.
• Christians believe that God protected the Israelites from the plagues because He cares for those who trust Him. He showed mercy to His people, the Israelites.
• Christians believe that God shows He is willing to show mercy because He gave Pharaoh one last chance to free the Israelites by warning him about the final plague.
• Christians believe that God protected the Israelites by the ‘Passover’ and this shows He cares about His people.
• Christians believe that the Passover also foreshadows the sacrifice of Jesus, who is seen as the ‘Lamb’ whose blood saves people from sin.
• Christians believe that God guided the Israelites as they left Egypt. During the day, He led them with a pillar of cloud, and at night, He led them with a pillar of fire. This showed that God was always with them, guiding them on their journey.
• Christians believe that God performs miracles. When He parted the waters, allowing the Israelites to walk through on dry ground, it was an incredible display of God’s power to protect and save His people.
• Christians believe that no one can stand against God’s power when He is protecting His people.
• Christians believe that God Provides for His People and cares for their needs.
• Christians believe it is important to trust God in difficult times. The Israelites’ struggled to trust God in the desert, and despite their complaints, God continued to provide for them.
• Christians believe that God established a day of rest called the Sabbath to remind His people to take time to rest and rely on Him for spiritual health.
• Christians believe that nothing is beyond God’s power; even when Elizabeth and Zechariah were elderly and had been unable to have children, God miraculously blessed them with a son.
• Christians believe that God chooses special people for different jobs in history, like John the Baptist who prepared the way for Jesus.
• Christians believe that God actively intervenes in human history because He deeply cares for humanity.
• Christians believe that Mary gave birth to Jesus through a miracle. God’s Holy Spirit gave her the baby, which means Jesus is God’s Son.
• Christians believe that Jesus was born to save people from their sins. He is the Saviour and the King who God had promised to send.
• Christians believe that Jesus came for everyone – whether rich or poor. He was born in a humble stable.
• Christians believe that Jesus’ birth shows that God is close to them. His name, ‘Emmanuel,’ which means ‘God with us,’ and he came to show God’s love.
• Christians believe that Jesus’ birth was part of God’s bigger plan to save the world, and no one can stop what God has planned, even when evil tries to stop it.
• Christians believe that the birth of Jesus fulfilled Old Testament prophecies, proving that Jesus is the Saviour and King God promised to send.
• Christians believe that wise men travelled a long distance, following a special star, to find and worship Jesus. This shows that Jesus is the King and Saviour for everyone, even people from distant places.
• Christians believe that God protected Jesus and kept Him safe. An angel told Joseph to take Mary and Jesus to Egypt to escape King Herod. This shows that God looks out for His plans and His people.

Polish Christians
Spanish Christians
Iraqi Christians
Russian Christians
American Christians
Chinese Christians
Aboriginal Australian Christians
Mexican Christians

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Week 4
Progress Test is worth 30%.
A progress test will be completed during week 4 of the unit.

Week 9
The final Assessment is worth 70%.
One assessment task will be completed during week 9 of the unit.
The assessment will cover content (weeks 1–8).

In unit four, students will develop their knowledge and understanding of God’s faithfulness, His plans for restoration and redemption, and the fulfilment of His promises through the birth of Jesus Christ.

This unit explores God’s redemptive plan through significant events in the Old and New Testaments, highlighting His faithfulness and the fulfilment of His promises. Students will examine Samuel’s dedication, Hannah’s prayer of thanksgiving, Ezekiel’s vision of restoration, and Isaiah’s prophecy of the Messiah. The unit culminates in the announcement and birth of Jesus Christ, focusing on the response of those who recognised Him as King. Through these passages, the unit connects God’s faithfulness in history to the hope of restoration and redemption for all people. Students will learn about the historical context of each story.

Students will explore Christians from various countries, discovering diverse cultures and languages. Using a globe or map, they will locate each country featured in the lessons, fostering a sense of global community. They will learn about different people and countries, appreciate beautiful artwork depicting the Christian faith from around the world, and hear key Bible verses read in various languages. This exploration deepens their understanding of the rich diversity within the global Christian community and nurtures a compassionate and positive attitude toward others.

Students will examine allusions from the Bible and develop a deeper understanding of these sacred references. Students are given the opportunity to develop critical thinking skills, allowing them to make meaningful connections.

• 9 Week Unit
• Bible story lessons are 45 minutes and delivered once a week for eight weeks.
• A 20-minute progress test is administered during Week 4.
• A 45-minute summative assessment is administered in Week 9.

Stories

• Samuel’s Birth and Dedication
• Hannah’s Prayer
• Valley of Dry Bones
• Psalm 27
• Isaiah’s Prophecy
• Gabriel’s Announcements
• The Birth of Jesus
• Gift for the King

Christian Beliefs about the story

• Christians believe it is important to trust God and pray to Him about their needs.
• Christians believe that God listens to their prayers and responds in His way. God listened to Hannah’s prayer and gave her a son. Hannah thanked God for answering her prayer.
• Christians believe that God has a unique purpose for everyone. They seek God’s plan for their lives and trust that He will guide them in the right direction.
• Christians believe that Hannah’s prayer is a powerful example of showing gratitude to God for His intervention and salvation. It reminds them of the importance to thank God and praise Him in their lives.
• Christians believe God is holy, powerful, just, merciful, and faithful and Hannah emphasises these qualities in her prayer.
• Christians believe that God’s ways are beyond human understanding, and His plans are bigger than their own. It teaches them to trust God’s plan, even when they don’t fully understand it.
• Christians believe that God brings new life and hope to people who are lost or feel hopeless. Just like God brought dry bones back to life in the story, He can bring hope and strength to anyone, even when things seem really bad.
• Christians believe that God wants to bring people together, not just the people of Israel, but everyone who believes in Jesus.
• Psalms are important to Christians in their worship and prayer. They are used to show their love, awe, and respect for God. They are often used in church services, prayers, and personal worship to honour God.
• Christians find comfort in the psalms because they show that it’s okay to bring all kinds of feelings to God. Psalms remind Christians that prayer can be a conversation with God about anything, and He is always there to listen, even when things are tough.
• Christians believe it is important to trust in God’s protection, seek His presence, remain faithful in times of trouble, have courage in the face of fear, and remember His goodness no matter what life brings.
• Christians believe that God promised to give a sign to the people. The sign was that a young woman will have a child, and the child will be named Immanuel, which means ‘God with us.’ Christians believe this prophecy came true when Jesus was born.
• Christians believe that Jesus came to bring hope and goodness to a world full of sadness and sin.
• Christians believe that the child mentioned in Isaiah’s prophecy, who would be born to save people, is Jesus. The prophecy gives Jesus important names that show how special Jesus is.
• Christians believe that part of Isaiah’ prophecy is about Jesus’ kingdom which never ends, and that one day, he will make everything perfect.
• Christians believe that God chooses specific people for important roles throughout history. For example, John the Baptist was chosen by God to prepare people for Jesus’ coming. John would help people turn back to God and get ready to meet Jesus.
• Christians believe Jesus is God’s Son and came to save the world.
• Christians believe that Jesus was not an ordinary baby. He is God’s Son, sent to earth to show God’s love and to bring people back to God.
• Christians believe Jesus brings hope to the world and peace to their hearts. His birth was part of God’s plan to make everything right.
• At Christmas, Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus and remember that he is God’s Son.
• Christians believe that Jesus is the King and Saviour who God had promised to send, as shown by the story of his unique birth.
• Christians believe that no one can stop God’s plan to bring Jesus into the world to save people. Even though King Herod tried to hurt Jesus, God kept him safe.
• Christians believe that God watches over His people and protects them. This is shown when God used a star to guide the wise men to baby Jesus, and He sent an angel to warn Joseph to take Mary and Jesus to Egypt to keep them safe from King Herod.
• Christians believe that Jesus came to save all people, no matter where they live or who they are. His birth shows how much God loves the world.

British Christians
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Syrian Christians
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American Christians
Mexican Christians
Indonesian Christians
Chinese Christians

Pour your heart out
Dedicated to God
He raises the poor from the dust
Broken bows
Breathe life into something
A new lease on life
Put flesh on the bones / Flesh it out
Valley of Dry Bones
The Lord is my light and my salvation
Whom shall I fear?
Immanuel
For to us a child is born
Blessed are you among women
For nothing will be impossible with God
Peace on earth
Away in a manger
Guiding star
The nativity scene

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Week 4
Progress Test is worth 30%.
A progress test will be completed during week 4 of the unit.

Week 9
The final Assessment is worth 70%.
One assessment task will be completed during week 9 of the unit.
The assessment will cover content (weeks 1–8).

In unit four, students will develop their knowledge and understanding of God’s chosen kings and His promise to David for an everlasting kingdom, culminating with Jesus, the Messiah. Starting with David’s anointing and reign, students will explore his rise to power and the building of Solomon’s Temple, symbolising the strength of God’s covenant. They will then examine Isaiah’s prophecy of Emmanuel and its connection to the coming of Jesus, whose birth fulfils God’s plan for an eternal kingdom. Through this, students will learn how Jesus, the ultimate King in the line of David, fulfils God’s promise of an everlasting reign.

Students will learn about the historical context of each story.
Students will explore Christians from various countries, discovering diverse cultures and languages. Using a globe or map, they will locate each country featured in the lessons, fostering a sense of global community. They will learn about different people and countries, appreciate beautiful artwork depicting the Christian faith from around the world, and hear key Bible verses read in various languages. This exploration deepens their understanding of the rich diversity within the global Christian community and nurtures a compassionate and positive attitude toward others.
Students will examine allusions from the Bible and develop a deeper understanding of these sacred references. Students are given the opportunity to develop critical thinking skills, allowing them to make meaningful connections.

• 9 Week Unit
• Bible story lessons are 45 minutes and delivered once a week for eight weeks.
• A 20-minute progress test is administered during Week 4.
• A 45-minute summative assessment is administered in Week 9.

Stories

• The Anointing of David
• David and Goliath
• David’s Empire
• Solomon’s Temple
• Isaiah’s Prophecy
• Gabriel’s Announcements
• The Birth of Jesus
• Gift for the King

Christian Beliefs about the story

• Christians believe that God values inner qualities like belief, kindness, trustworthiness, and obedience over things like strength or appearance. He does not look at how people look on the outside but at what is in their hearts.
• Christians believe that God has a plan and can use anyone, no matter how young or small, to do great things for Him.
• Christians believe that God’s Spirit gives people strength and wisdom to do His will. When David was chosen to be king, it was a sign that God would help him lead His people with the power of the Holy Spirit.
• Christians believe that God can give them strength and courage, no matter how big the challenges they face might seem.
• Christians believe that having faith and trust in God is more important than having the strongest or best tools. With God on their side, they can do amazing things that seem impossible.
• Christians believe that God’s power can overcome obstacles in their lives, no matter how big or strong the problems seem.
• Christians believe that God always keeps His promises. God told David that his family would always rule over Israel, and one of his descendants would be a king forever.
• Christians believe that Jesus is the King who rules over their lives and brings them peace. When God promised David that his family would have a kingdom forever, Christians believe this points to Jesus who is the ultimate King in David’s family line.
• Christians believe that God cares for His people, blesses them, and helps them in times of need.
• Christians believe that God is in control of everything and has the power to help them through challenges.
• Christians believe that God wants to be close to His people and present in their lives.
• Christians believe that God always keeps His promises, whether they are promises made in the past or promises He makes to people today. This belief helps Christians to trust God because they know that He will fulfil His word.
• Christians believe that God’s presence is great and glorious. In Solomon’s Temple, it filled the entire temple and caused the priests to be unable to stand. This teaches Christians to worship and honour God with respect and awe.
• Christians believe that Isaiah’s prophecies are about the coming of Jesus Christ, the promised Messiah.
• Christians believe this because they see clear connections between Isaiah’s words and the life of Jesus in the New Testament. These prophecies show God’s plan to send a Saviour which Christians believe was fulfilled in Jesus Christ.
• Christians believe John was chosen by God to be the one who announces Jesus’ arrival.
• Christians believe that Gabriel’s announcement shows that Jesus was sent by God as His son and saviour to save people from their sins.
• Christians believe that Jesus was sent by God to save the world and show God’s love as shown by the angels announcing to the shepherds that Jesus is the Saviour of the world.
• Christians believe that Jesus’ miraculous birth shows he is both fully human and fully God.
• Christians believe that Jesus was not just an ordinary baby. He is the Son of God, born in a special way to save people from their sins. This miracle shows that God was doing something amazing and loving for all people, and He had a plan to save the world.
• Christians celebrate Christmas to remember how much God loves the world and how Jesus came to bring joy and peace to all people.
• Christians believe that Jesus is the King and Saviour sent by God, and the gifts brought by the wise men prove how special he is.
• Christians believe that God protected Jesus, and it reminds
• Christians that God has a plan for Jesus to save the world.
• Christians now celebrate Jesus’ birth at Christmas. They remember that Jesus came to bring hope, love, and salvation to the world, just as God planned.

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Don’t judge a book by its cover
Anointed
David and Goliath
Giant killer
How the mighty have fallen
The Lord is with you
The throne of David
A house for the Lord
Wisdom of Solomon
Pillar of the community
The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light
Wonderful Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace
Prepare the way of the Lord
No room at the inn
Good tidings of great joy
Gold, frankincense and myrrh
Wise men still seek him

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Week 4
Progress Test is worth 30%.
A progress test will be completed during week 4 of the unit.

Week 9
The final Assessment is worth 70%.
One assessment task will be completed during week 9 of the unit.
The assessment will cover content (weeks 1–8).