DIOCESE OF VENICE, FLORIDA PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND CURRICULUM CREATED: AUGUST 2011 GRADE KINDERGARTEN

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1 DIOCESE OF VENICE, FLORIDA PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND CURRICULUM CREATED: AUGUST 2011 GRADE KINDERGARTEN LEARNING ENVIRONMENT: Class Prayer Table: A small table/area should be set up in the room for 5 year olds. On this table is recommended: a Children s Catholic Picture Bible, battery operated candle, table cloth/covering following liturgical calendar, a holy water bowl, for a few suggestions to start. Additionally, please add articles that follow class topics/liturgy/liturgical seasons. The cloth colors should match the current liturgical season color. Something to represent the Blessed Virgin Mary, pictures/books on the saints and something that represents the environment for that level child (such as: leaves in the fall, plastic re-cycle bottle, use your creativity, etc.). Children can also bring things (with adult approval) for the table. SAFE ENVIRONMENT (Physical, Emotional and Spiritual) - Always check your room to make sure there is no hazard or potentially dangerous object(s) that can cause harm to an inquisitive/active child. Furniture should be sized appropriately. A rug for story time should be available. Boards should be lower at the child s eye viewing level. See Addendum A (Diocesan Abuse Report). TEACHER MATERIALS: Books purchased by the parish for Faith Formation classes. Also each catechist should be familiar with: Catholic Bible, Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC), General Directory for Catechesis (GDC) and National Directory for Catechesis (NDC), Catechesis Tradendae (Catechesis in Our Time) by Pope John Paul II. REMEMBER: YOU are most important to your children! TEXT(S): Teacher should use materials purchased by the parish and follow as outlined by the company with corresponding activities. 1

2 WHAT TO EXPECT: AM I READY FOR MY CLASS? CHARACTERISTICS OF A CHILD IN KINDERGARTEN What to expect from a 5 year old child. Children move through stages of development as they mature. The rate of development varies from one child to another. Development is influenced by the experiences children have, as well as by hereditary factors. Children may grow rapidly in one area and more slowly in another. The direction of development is from general to specific, from dependence toward independence and interdependence, and from gross motor control toward fine motor control. Kindergarten children, no matter what their cultural and experiential background, have characteristics in common with other children of their age and characteristics that are particularly their own. 2

3 There are three great outward journeys of the 5year-old. These three journeys can be represented as: Socio-emotional Development Children develop socially and emotionally during the Kindergarten year. At the beginning of the year some children may be shy and appear to lack initiative. However, as they come to know the situation, the teachers and peers, they usually gain confidence and begin to establish friendships and become an active part of the class. Other children may be too assertive prior to learning from experience more appropriate ways of relating to peers. It is a time of testing and exploring social relationships. Kindergarten children are eager to be trusted with responsibility. They appreciate going on errands, using proper tools, participating with grown-ups in such activities as cooking, bringing things from home, and suggesting solutions to practical problems. Although there are some senses in which Kindergarten students are still egocentric (that is, tied to their own view of things) they are also able, in a suitable group environment, to be of help to each other. They can show considerable empathy toward people and animals when their own needs do not conflict with the needs of others. When helpfulness is noticed, modeled and encouraged by the teacher, helpful behavior is likely to become more common in the classroom. Kindergarten children are developing a sense of independence but are also learning to work cooperatively with others. Kindergarten children are more stable socio-emotionally than they were as preschoolers. They are developing a good sense of humor, which they express by delighting in nonsense and playing with language. They may develop specific fears, such as the fear of death, and mistakenly assume that they have caused such events as their parents separating. Kindergarten students take criticism, name calling and teasing very seriously because they still think that what is said exists in reality--at its face value. 3

4 Physical Development Physical activity is one common characteristic of Kindergarten children, although children vary a great deal in the development of physical skills and abilities. Some children are slow and cautious about trying new things; others seem to accept any challenge that is presented. Most Kindergarten children are full of energy, ready to run, swing, climb and jump, and are eager to try their strength by moving big blocks or boxes. They are developing a sense of rhythm, and enjoy such activities as marching, jumping or clapping to music. These group activities need to be short and allow for more participation than standing. Required stillness is more exhausting and stressful for most Kindergarten students than movement. Sensory development is uneven. The coordination of the eyes and other senses are still developing. Physical growth has slowed down. It is a time of consolidating gains and developing fine motor control. However, over-emphasis on fine motor activities such as writing, cutting and making very discrete visual discriminations may result in tension and frustration. Intellectual Development Kindergarten children love to talk. Their intellectual development is reflected in the rapid growth of vocabulary and the power to express ideas. They are developing visual and auditory memory and the ability to listen to others. Their ears are keen but they still need help in distinguishing sounds, although they can pick up another language and accurately imitate other people's intonations and inflections. They are especially keen to acquire new words (the names of dinosaurs, for example) and to use such words as "infinity" and "trillion". Kindergarten children welcome opportunities to be inventive with language, to play with rhyming, to joke, to explain things to each other and even to argue. Kindergarten children enjoy opportunities to talk about what they are doing, what they see and what they hear help children construct meaning and learn from their experiences. The language and ideas shared by others enable children to gradually organize and attach meaning to their daily observations and activities. 4

5 Kindergarten children have a powerful urge to find out about things, to figure things out. They ask many questions, often deep unanswerable questions and they love to play guessing games or solve riddles. Their curiosity leads them to figure out concepts and relationships, and become interested in symbols. They enjoy listening to stories, but they do not learn very much from passive attention to the teacher or mere listening to information. The intellectual growth of Kindergarten students comes from exploration, testing and investigating rather than only from listening. The children are still figuring out the properties of objects and are not yet able to reverse operations, that is, to understand that 250 ml of water in a tall narrow glass and 250 ml of water in a large, flat pan are equal in volume. Their reasoning, from an adult perspective, is still illogical. Happenings that occur together are thought to have a causal relationship to each other, for example, "Because I wore my new shoes, it rained." Individual Differences Descriptions of general characteristics are helpful in understanding children. However, such normative statements do not provide the information teachers need about particular children. The teacher's systematic observations of children provide the information needed for appropriate planning. During the Kindergarten year, the behavior of many children changes from the relatively rambunctious behavior of a four- year-old to the relatively mature and responsive behavior of a five-year-old. 5

6 MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCES VISUAL/SPATIAL (PICTURE SMART) Learns through drawing, reading stories with pictures, arts and crafts. I use BODILY-KINESTHETIC (BODY SMART) Learns through movement, dancing, acting, reading body language. I use MUSICAL (MUSIC SMART) Learns though music, by listening or singing and rhythms. I use INTERPERSONAL (PEOPLE SMART) Learns through interaction with others, group activities, cooperating, peacemaker. I use INTRAPERSONAL (SELF-SMART) Learns through introspection, works well alone, must have personal space. I use NATURALISTIC (NATURE SMART) Learns through nature, loves nature walks, good at making distinctions. I use VERBAL/LINGUISTIC (WORD SMART) Learns through words, reading, word games, expressing an idea, great vocabulary. I use LOGICAL/MATHEMATICAL (NUMBER SMART) Learns by thinking, problem solving, explanation of things, asks questions. I use EXISTENTIAL (GOD SMART) Has an inner peace, instinctively knows right from wrong, understands God and life and death. I use ***A SUCCESSFUL CATECHIST WILL TRY TO INCLUDE ACTIVITIES THAT APPEAL TO ALL (OR MOST) OF THESE INTELLIGENCES IN ORDER TO ACHIEVE THE GOALS SET OUT FOR EACH SESSION. SEE ADDENDUM B 6

7 GRADE LEVEL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: KINDERGARTEN Within our kindergarten religion curriculum, students will: Standard 1 Sacred Scripture Read and understanding Sacred Scripture as God s Word speaking to them. See and hold a Bible. Listen to Bible stories. Identify that life and all of creation are gifts from God who loves us. Relate how Bible stories tell about God s love for us. Standard 2 Doctrine Knows and understands the basic teachings of the church and how they apply to their lives. Tell that God loves us and gave us the gift of life. Identify that God always was and will be (God has no beginning and no end). Identify Jesus as God s only Son. Recognize that God sent his Son, Jesus, to teach us how to live good lives. 7

8 Standard 3 Sacraments Know and appreciate the centrality of the Eucharist and importance of the Sacraments to the life of Catholics. Recall and talk about experiences of witnessing a Baptism. Recognize that we are welcomed into the Christian community of faith at Baptism. Attend a parish Eucharistic Liturgy. Participate in a Liturgy of the Word or Liturgy of the Word with Children. Jesus loves the little children All the children of the world Black and yellow, red and white They're all precious in His sight Jesus loves the little children of the world Whether you're rich or whether you're poor It matters not to Him He remembers where you're going Not where you've been Jesus loves the little children All the children of the world Black and yellow, red and white They're all precious in His sight Jesus loves the little children of the world 8

9 Standard 4 Community Understand and appreciate the role of the faith community the Catholic Church into which they have been baptized and through which they grow in faith to mature discipleship and will know what it means to have membership in the local, universal Catholic Church. Share examples of what it means to belong to a family. Share examples of what it means to belong to their school or religious instruction class. Give examples of appropriate behaviors in a community. Standard 5 Service Engage in service to and exercise responsible stewardship for the various communities to which they belong: family, school, parish, civic, national and global. Share ways they help others. Describe responsible care for property. Express appreciation for God s creation. 9

10 Standard 6 Prayer Experience and appreciate a variety of prayer forms in addition to the prayer of the Sacraments. Recite and demonstrate the Sign of the Cross. Demonstrate appropriate and respectful participation during liturgy and/or prayer service. Tell how to pray. Participate in formal prayers such as the Lord s Prayer, Hail Mary, and Glory Be. Standard 7 Spirituality Know how to develop a personal relationship with God. Identify that God is everywhere. Identify that God loves them. 10

11 Standard 8 Morality Understand and appreciate that all humans are created in the image and likeness of God. Recognize that all of God s creation is a gift and needs care. Understand what it means to respect life. Understand that God created both man and woman equally. Recognize that each person has self-worth and is valued by God. Realize that one s body is a temple of God. Use correct terminology for genital body parts and learn to reverence and appreciate the body. Standard 9 Social Justice Respond with compassionate action to occurrences of social injustice. Understand that every person is created in the image and likeness of God. Recognize that each of us belongs to many kinds of families and communities. Recognize that we are all special as members of God s family. Recognize that all people are important to God, especially the poor. Recognize that all work is connected to God s creation. Recognize that we are all brothers and sisters, no matter what we look like or from where we come. Recognize that we have a responsibility to take care of the earth since all life comes from God. 11

12 CATECHESIS: 1. God is our Father as well as Jesus Father. (CCC 1265, 1266) a. God is a loving Father who cares for us. b. I am special, I am loved, and I belong to God s family through Baptism. (Isaiah 43) c. Prayer is a special way of talking to God. (CCC 2559) 2. Life is a gift from God our Father. a. God made each of us. (CCC 295) b. God shares His goodness and beauty with us in creation. (Genesis 1) c. God gives us special helpers to watch over and protect us guardian angels. (CCC 328, ) d. God shares His life with people on earth. He makes people like Himself. He gives them power over many things. (Genesis 1:27; CCC 335, , 377, ) 3. Jesus is the Father s greatest gift to us. (CCC 426) a. We learn about Jesus from the Bible (Heb 1:1-2; John 1:1-4; CCC 65) b. Jesus teaches us how to love and care about others. (CCC 478, 544, ; Luke 10:30-37) c. Jesus will help us forgive others who hurt us if we ask him. (CCC 1421) d. Jesus sent the Holy Spirit to help us become holy and to help us pray. (CCC 733, 741; Acts 2:1-4) 4. Mary was called by God to be the Mother of Jesus. (CCC 495) a. Jesus gave us Mary, His mother, as Mother of the Church. (CCC 963) 5. The church is a community of people gathered together to hear God s word and live out His gospel commands. (CCC ) a. As members of God s family we listen to Jesus speak to us through the Gospels. (CCC 104, 131, 134) b. God s family includes people of every age, race, culture, and ability. (CCC 775) c. We praise and thank God in the Eucharist. (CCC 1193, ) d. We join with the parish community in celebrating the Feasts of the Church year (Advent, Christmas, Lent Easter, All Saints Day). (CCC ) 12

13 ( Addendum C Kindergarten Glossary) PREPARING FOR GRADE LEVEL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS VOCABULARY/GLOSSARY OF TERMS TO BE USED Taken from Diocesan Standards for Grade: Kindergarten (More words should be added/introduced from accompanying book(s) used) ** Defined in Kindergarten language for students to understand ** Baptism- The first sacrament of the church Behavior How we act Belong Be a part of Bible The Holy Word of God Bible stories- Stories told by Jesus and others in the Bible Catholic Church-All of the followers of Jesus in our Catholic Faith Centrality- In the center or middle Christian (Christian Family)-People who follow Jesus Civic- Man s law Community- All people where we live, work and pray Creation-All that is made Creator-God made everything Demonstrate-Show how Disciples- The first followers of Jesus Doctrine Teachings of Jesus and the church Eucharist - Communion Family Parents and children Faith-Believe in God Formal prayers- Special prayers Our Father Hail Mary Glory Be Gift-Present Global- Around the world God s Holy Word-from the Bible God s Image-How God made us Hail Mary- A formal prayer to Mary 13

14 Help Do something for someone in need Identify-T recognize or know Image What we look like Jesus- The son of God, the Father Kind-Help another Likeness Looks like Liturgy Celebration of the mass Love - How you should treat everyone National-The whole world Parents-Mother and father or guardian Parish-The church you belong to Poor- No money Pray/Prayer-Open your heart and talk to God Recite-Speak or say out loud Recognize Know when you see Relationship - Friendships Responsible- Doing something right Retell- Say in your own words Sacraments- There are seven but I have only had one right now - Baptism School-Place of learning Self worth-how we feel about ourselves Service-Helping others Sign of the Cross- In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit Spirituality Awareness of God Stewardship-Giving time and help to others Temple of God-A church Universal-The whole world Water - In church I bless myself with holy water Witness Watch or see 14

15 OUTCOMES: KINDERGARTEN: (by the end of the yearly class/program) EACH CHILD WILL: Express in word or picture main idea of lessons. Know the glossary of terms from the Standards PLUS all new terms introduced from class books/materials for the grade level. Standard 1 - Sacred Scripture Identify/Recognize the Catholic Bible Retell a Bible story Explain creation (in words or pictures) Standard 2 Doctrine Explain how God has no beginning or end Tell how Jesus is God s only son Explain how Jesus teaches us how to live our lives Standard 3 Sacraments Attend Mass (Eucharist is the center of our beliefs) Demonstrate understanding of understanding of the seven sacraments by identifying them through pictures Tell a story their parent/guardian told them about their baptism (bring a picture to class as they tell their story to share) 15

16 Standard 4 Community Share examples (pictures, stories etc.) of how people belong to a family Share examples of how they belong to a community Give examples of positive/appropriate group behavior Standard 5 Service Name ways to help others Name responsible ways to care for property Explain how you show appreciation for God s creation (earth, animals etc.) Standard 6 Prayer Recite and demonstrate how to make the Sign on the Cross Demonstrate appropriate participation during mass or prayer Participate in formal prayers Standard 7 Spirituality Tell how you pray to God Standard 8 Morality Explain how we are all created in God s image Tell how men and women are created equally Explain why the body is called a temple of God Standard 9 Social Justice Give examples of how we are all part of families and communities Explain why YOU are special to God Name ways how to take care of the earth 16

17 SEE ADDENDUM: A. Copy of Lesson Plan (Provided by your DRE/Parish) B. Multiple Intelligences (Included in this document)) C. Grade-level glossary (Included in this document) D. Diocesan Abuse Report (Available on Diocese of Venice, Florida web page) E. Catechist Job Description (Provided by your DRE/Parish) F. Catechist Evaluation (Available on the Diocese of Venice, Florida web page and available from your DRE) G. Catechist Certificate (Information is available on the Diocese of Venice, Florida web page and from your DRE/Parish) CATECHIST CERTIFICATE Catechist certificate will be given upon completion of the three year Into the Fields training program. According to our bishops, adult faith formation (by which people consciously grow in the life of Christ through experience, reflection, prayer, and study,) must be the central task in (this) catechetical enterprise, becoming the axis around which revolves the catechesis of childhood and adolescence as well as that of old age. The Diocese of Venice, Florida requires that all catechists complete a three year certificate training in Into the Fields. See your Director of Religious Education for more information. 17

18 DIOCESE OF VENICE, FLORIDA PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND CURRICULUM CREATED: AUGUST 2011 GRADE ONE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT Class Prayer Table: A small table/area should be set up in the room for 6 and 7 year olds. On this table is recommended: a Children s Catholic Picture Bible, battery operated candle, table cloth/covering changed following liturgical calendar, a holy water bowl, for a few suggestions to start. Additionally, the following should be added following class topics/liturgy/liturgical seasons -Something to represent Baptism, statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary, pictures/books on the saints and something that represents the environment. ALWAYS: Open and end class with the Sign of the Cross. With young children you will want to print and hang this on the class wall until they all learn it. In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen SAFE ENVIRONMENT (Emotional, Physical and Spiritual) - Always check your room to make sure there is no hazard or potentially dangerous object(s) that can cause harm to an inquisitive/active child. Please follow Diocesan Policy with required form (see Addendum A with this packet) to report any/all abuse disclosed/reported to you. Go to the Diocese of Venice, Florida website for more information. TEACHER MATERIALS: Books purchased by the parish for Faith Formation/Religion classes, Catholic Bible, Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC), General Directory for Catechesis (GDC) and National Directory for Catechesis (NDC), Catechesis Tradendae (Catechesis in Our Time) by Pope John Paul II. REMEMBER: YOU (the teacher) are most important to your children! TEXT(S): Teacher should use materials purchased by the parish and follow as outlined by the company with the corresponding suggested class activities.. 18

19 TEACHER: AWARENESS AND READINESS WHAT TO EXPECT: AM I READY FOR MY CLASS? CHARACTERISICS OF A CHILD IN GRADE ONE: (Ages 6-7) There are three great outward journeys of the 6- to-7-year-old. These three journeys can be represented as: Social out of the world of the caregiver and into the world of friends, peers, and other authorities; Physical into the world of games and school; Cognitive more fully into the world of adults and abstract ideas, logic and communication. 19

20 Characteristics of the First Grader Social and emotional development: Attachment to friends grows during this stage. Children want to continue to play with friends and don't like to be interrupted. Try to give them a 5- or 10- minute warning before they really have to leave. Most have a "best friend" and often an "enemy." Much activity centers around how to stay with friends and identify who is "not wanted." Friends are likely to be the same sex. Activities are becoming sex separated girls don't want boys to interfere with their games and vice versa. Tattling is a common way to attract adult attention and to help learn the rules. Give the child lots of positive feedback for good behavior, and let the child help define the rules. This will not only build self-esteem, but will cut down on the negative behavior of tattling. To win, to lead or to be first is valued. Children in this age group are competitive, they try to boss and are unhappy if they lose. Encourage noncompetitive games and help the child set individual goals. Children in this age group often become attached to an adult other than their parents such as a teacher, club leader, caregiver or neighborhood teenager. They may quote their new "hero," try to please him or her and compete with other children for this adult's attention. During the years from 6 and 7, children have a strong desire for the affection and attention of parents. There is much "reporting" of activities to family. Parents need to set aside time specifically to listen and talk to children with no interruptions. Good and bad are defined by what's approved or disapproved of by the family. Children in this age group release tension through physical activity. For example, children may be extremely active when tired. Adults need to encourage quiet play (board games, painting, puzzles) before bedtime or when children are overly tired. More realistic fears replace the common preschool fears of ghosts, witches and creatures in dark places. These new fears revolve around school, social relationships and disaster. Adults need to give children measured doses of realistic information to help them handle fears. Never tease or joke about ideas that frighten them. A positive self-concept continues to develop with successful experiences. Help children celebrate their positive achievements. Children in this age group are sensitive to personal criticism and do not know how to accept failure. Concentrate on your children's successes and teach them 20

21 how to learn from criticism. Ask them, "Can you learn how to do it differently next time?" Experimental and exploratory behaviors are a common part of development. Children often try out a new behavior just to see how it feels to imitate a friend. If it is not dangerous, parents should ignore such behavior or comment, "That's interesting to try. What did you learn?" Inner control (conscience) is being formed. Physical Development: Growth rate at this stage is slower than during infancy and early childhood but steady. Weight ranges from about 40 pounds to 65 pounds. The normal rate of weight increase is 3 pounds to 6 pounds per year. Children's need for food may fluctuate with activity. Childhood diseases such as measles and chicken pox are likely to occur at this time because children interact with large numbers of peers on a daily basis in school. Children who were in day care may have already had these diseases or have built up resistance. Adults need to be prepared for school absences due to illness when they occur. Baby teeth begin to come out, and permanent ones come in. Muscle coordination and control is uneven and incomplete, but making progress. Large muscles (used to move the arms and legs, for example) are easier to control than small muscles (used to move fingers). Intense activity may bring temporary exhaustion. Children of this age need 10 hours to 12 hours of sleep each night. Hand skills and eye-hand coordination needed for activities such as writing and shoe lacing continue to develop as children gain small motor skills. Projects will often appear messy as children work to polish these skills. Encourage children to work briefly with small motor tasks, and then switch to running and jumping tasks that use their more skilled, large muscles. Building both skill areas is important for physical development. 21

22 Mental Development: Around age 6 and 7, children begin to think about their own behavior and about things they can easily imagine, such as sharing with a friend or going on a drive. Adults can do simple reasoning with children now. Asking "what if" or "how could we solve this" questions will help the child develop problem solving skills. Children in this age group begin to form ideas mentally, and they can group things together that belong in one category (babies, fathers and mothers are all people). The next level of mental development is sequencing and ordering, preparing the way for math skills. During the early part of this stage, children cannot be expected to read and write skillfully, but should be quite self-assured in these areas by the end. During this stage children form a basic understanding of numbers. Encourage these skills by letting them read signs, make lists, count or write prices of objects they buy. They can think through their own actions and situations to understand causes of events. For example, a 7-year-old generally knows why he or she was late to school. At this age, children tend to talk as they learn, and they learn best if active while learning. For example, 6 and 7 -year-olds will learn traffic safety rules more easily by manipulating a landscape of blocks, toy cars and figures than by sitting and listening to an adult explain the rules. The interest span of 6 and 7 -year-olds is short about 20 minutes. Don't expect them to spend much more than 20 minutes alone on any task. They understand the value and uses of money, they can begin to plan for their allowances and learn to use money for items they want The process of work is more interesting to children in this age group than the resulting product. They may begin many projects, but finish few. Teach them to use new tools and materials and to enjoy exploring. Don't be worried about completing everything. They may take on the role of an admired adult in fantasy or dramatic play. At this age, children begin to learn the value of "work." They need regular, realistic chores at home and school. Charts with pictures to check-off chores help children remember what to do. They show some independence in the youth community (school, church and youth organizations). Adults should encourage these positive experiences in a caring community. 22

23 The six/seven -year-old is Highly active Dislikes losing Usually not modest Works in spurts Self-centered Seeks to be center of attention Has positive attitude toward school Proud of self and skills More ready to give than receive criticism Often competitive with brothers and sisters Sensitive about being called names, but calls others names Often pairs up and has best friend; tends to enjoy leaving out a third child Interested in games with rules and action but lacks skill Enjoys rough-housing but does not know when to stop and may end up hurt, upset or exhausted Learning to write letters and numbers, often backward Has a very difficult time making choices and decisions, hesitant, indecisive Likes to know rules Sees teacher as authority Worries about being liked Complains of unfair treatment by playmates Listens as well as talks at mealtime Enjoys activities alone as well as with others Relates equally to brothers and sisters but this depends on age (closer in age, more fights) Very sensitive to reactions of others Wants to do things right erases and tries again and again Is beginning to enjoy reading as a pastime if there has been success learning this skill Begins to show politeness and consideration; less opinionated and stubborn Begins to be modest and concerned about "private parts" or sexual organs Shows friendship by sharing possessions, secrets and time together Begins to understand games with rules and relates rules to socially appropriate behavior Enjoys dramatic play Often demanding of parents Curious about nature, things and people Talks with adults rather than to adults Concerned about the reasons behind things Likes to help when in the mood Makes collections of all kinds of things Seeks new experiences; tries out new behaviors sometimes including swearing or challenging rules Attitude toward opposite sex a combination of liking and hostility Discovering parents are human and make mistakes Often more polite away from home than at home 23

24 MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCES: (WHAT WILL I USE?) SEE ADDENDUM B FOR CHART VISUAL/SPATIAL (PICTURE SMART) Learns through drawing, reading stories with pictures, arts and crafts. I use BODILY-KINESTHETIC (BODY SMART) Learns through movement, dancing, acting, reading body language. I use MUSICAL (MUSIC SMART) Learns though music, by listening or singing and rhythms. I use INTERPERSONAL (PEOPLE SMART) Learns through interaction with others, group activities, cooperating, peacemaker. I use INTRAPERSONAL (SELF-SMART) Learns through introspection, works well alone, must have personal space. I use NATURALISTIC (NATURE SMART) Learns through nature, loves nature walks, good at making distinctions. I use VERBAL/LINGUISTIC (WORD SMART) Learns through words, reading, word games, expressing an idea, great vocabulary. I use LOGICAL/MATHEMATICAL (NUMBER SMART) Learns by thinking, problem solving, explanation of things, asks questions. I use EXISTENTIAL (GOD SMART) Has an inner peace, instinctively knows right from wrong, understands God and life and death. I use ***A SUCCESSFUL CATECHIST WILL TRY TO INCLUDE ACTIVITIES THAT APPEAL TO ALL (OR MOST) OF THESE INTELLIGENCES IN ORDER TO ACHIEVE THE GOALS SET OUT FOR EACH SESSION. 24

25 GRADE LEVEL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: GRADE Within our first grade religion curriculum, students will: Standard 1 Sacred Scripture Read and understand Sacred Scripture as God s Word speaking to them. Tell that the stories read at Mass come from the Bible. Demonstrate respect for the Bible as God s holy Word to us. Retell the Bible stories of creation and the birth of Jesus. Relate how Bible stories tell about God s love for us. Tell that creation shows God s love for us. Tell that the birth of Jesus shows God s love for us. Recite the Great Commandment and how it applies to their lives. Standard 2 Doctrine Know and understand the basic teachings of the Church and how they apply to their lives. Recognize that God is the creator of all things. Identify that God always was and will be (God has no beginning and no end). Identify that God wants us to do good and avoid evil. Explain how doing good and being kind pleases God. 25

26 Standard 3 - Sacraments Know and appreciate the centrality of the Eucharist and importance of the Sacraments in the life of Catholics. Identify that Jesus gave us the Sacraments as a way to celebrate and remember God s love for us. Tell that the Sacrament of Baptism is a celebration of welcoming us into the Christian family as followers of Jesus. Witness a parish infant Baptism and afterwards talk about the celebration and the meaning of the water as the outward sign of Baptism. Standard 4 Community Understand and appreciate the role of the faith community the Catholic Church into which they have been baptized and through which they grow in faith to mature discipleship and will know what it means to have membership in the local, universal Catholic Church. Recognize that the two great commandments are love of God and love of neighbor. Recognize that their own behavior affects others. Discuss how they show love of God and neighbor. 26

27 Standard 5 Service Engage in service to and exercise responsible stewardship for the various communities to which they belong: family, school, parish, civic, national, and global. Listen to Gospel stories and discuss how love of neighbor was shown. Describe ways they can provide service to others. Discuss ways to care for and respect the gift of creation. Standard 6 Prayer Experience and appreciate a variety of prayer forms in addition to the prayer of the Sacraments. Recite the Lord s Prayer, Hail Mary and Glory Be. Recite a Grace before meals prayer and explain its purpose. Participate in the Stations of the Cross during Lent. Participate in Mass prayerfully. Prepare and assume different roles in communal prayer. Share reasons why they pray. Standard 7 Spirituality Know how to develop a personal relationship with God. Tell ways that God shows love for them. Describe prayer as talking with God. Express appreciation for God s creation. Celebrate Mary as the Mother of Jesus. Introduce Saints and identify a patron saint and tell about that saint s life and good deeds. Pray. 27

28 Standard 8 Morality Apply God s law that one is to respect and care for all life, especially human life. Treat others with respect and dignity. Relate that as Christians, one is to recognize the right to life of every human being from fertilization to natural death. Relate that as Christians, one is to show love and reverence towards parents and guardians. Understand the human sexuality. Develop a sense of sexual distinctiveness. Social Justice Understand that all life is precious because it comes from God. Discuss how God wants us to treat members of our families and communities. Recognize that because we are made in God s image, we must care for ourselves and others. Recognize that God wants us to care for those less fortunate than we are. Recognize that working is a way to participate in God s activity in the world. Recognize that we are responsible for promoting good relationships in our Recognize the consequences of not taking care of our environment such as not recycling or re-using 28

29 CATECHESIS: 1. God is our Father as well as Jesus Father. (CCC 1265, 1266) a. God is a loving Father who cares for us. b. I am special, I am loved, and I belong to God s family through Baptism. (Isaiah 43) c. Prayer is a special way of talking to God. (CCC 2559) 2. Life is a gift from God our Father. a. God made each of us. (CCC 295) b. God shares His goodness and beauty with us in creation. (Genesis 1) c. God gives us special helpers to watch over and protect us guardian angels. (CCC 328, ) d. God shares His life with people on earth. He makes people like Himself. He gives them power over many things. (Genesis 1:27; CCC 335, , 377, ) 3. Jesus is the Father s greatest gift to us. (CCC 426) a. We learn about Jesus from the Bible (Heb 1:1-2; John 1:1-4; CCC 65) b. Jesus teaches us how to love and care about others. (CCC 478, 544, ; Luke 10:30-37) c. Jesus will help us forgive others who hurt us if we ask him. (CCC 1421) d. Jesus sent the Holy Spirit to help us become holy and to help us pray. (CCC 733, 741; Acts 2:1-4) 4. Mary was called by God to be the Mother of Jesus. (CCC 495) a. Jesus gave us Mary, His mother, as Mother of the Church. (CCC 963) 5. The church is a community of people gathered together to hear God s word and live out His gospel commands. (CCC ) a. As members of God s family we listen to Jesus speak to us through the Gospels. (CCC 104, 131, 134) b. God s family includes people of every age, race, culture, and ability. (CCC 775) c. We praise and thank God in the Eucharist. (CCC 1193, ) d. We join with the parish community in celebrating the Feasts of the Church year (Advent, Christmas, Lent Easter, All Saints Day). (CCC ) 29

30 LESSON PLAN OUTCOMES: SEE ADDENDUM D Did my students GET the lesson? GRADE END OF THE YEAR GRADE ONE OUTCOME: GRADE ONE: (by the end of the yearly class/program) EACH CHILD WILL: Know the glossary of terms from the Standards PLUS all new terms introduced from class books/materials for the grade level. Standard 1- Sacred Scripture: 1. Identify the Bible 2. Tell a bible story (and know it is the story read at Mass) 3. Recite the Great Commandment Standard 2 - Doctrine: 1. Know that God is our creator 2. Explain the difference between good and evil 3. Explain how our doing good pleases God Standard 3 - Sacraments: 1. Know they were baptized using water as the first sacrament 2. Witness (in book form, movie or personal experience) a Baptism. Standard 4 - Community: 1. Know the two great commandments 2. Be able to explain how their behavior affects others 3. Give ways how they can show love for God and their neighbor. Standard 5 - Service: 1. Explain how they show respect for God and others 2. Tell a bible story of how love for a neighbor was shown 3. Perform an individual/class service project 30

31 STANDARDS CONTINUED: Standard 6 - Prayer: 1. Recite the Lord s prayer, Hail Mary and Glory Be 2. Say a grace before meal prayer 3. Know why we have Stations of the Cross during Lent 4. Know the difference between individual and communal prayer Standard 7 - Spirituality: 1. Explain how God loves them 2. Know that Mary is the Mother of God 3. Know what a saint is and if they were given/named after a saint Standards 8 - Morality: 1. Demonstrate their understanding of respect for life (word, picture etc.) 2. Understand that boys and girls are sexually different Standards 9 - Social Justice: 1. Explain why life is precious 2. Know we are made in God s image 3. Understand who the less fortunate are in our world 4. Describe ways and consequences of not protecting our environment 31

32 PREPARING FOR GRADE LEVEL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS VOCABULARY/GLOSSARY OF TERMS TO BE USED ADDENDUM C Taken from Diocesan Standards for Grade (More words should be added/introduced from accompanying book(s) used) (Defined in Grade One language for students to understand) Affects- Matters or changes Appreciation- Another word for thank you Baptism- My first Sacrament in the church Behavior- The way I act or speak Bible- God s Holy Word (book) Catholic Church- Our (faith) community Celebration- A happy time Christian - (Christian Family) - The people in my church community Civic - Man s law(s) Commandment- God s rules (ten) Communal Prayer-More than one person praying together Community- All people Consequences- What happens to me? Creation- Everything God made Creator - God, the maker of all things Demonstrate- Show how Dignity- My importance Disciples- Followers of Jesus 32

33 Environment- Everything around us Evil- Bad or wrong Faith- What I believe Family- All God s people Fertilization (Birth) - How I was born Gift- A surprise Global - The whole world Glory Be- God s prayer God s Law- The 10 Commandments God s Holy Word - The Holy Bible God s Image- How we were made Good- What makes us/others happy Good Deeds- Doing nice things for others Good Relationships- Having friends Gospel - God s Holy Word (from the Bible) Grace before Meals- Praying before I eat Great Commandment- Love one another Guardian- Someone who protects Hail Mary- A prayer Human Sexuality- Boy and girl Identify- Say who you are Introduce- Welcome Jesus - God (and the second person of the Blessed Trinity) Kind - Being nice to living things Less Fortunate- Those that have less than me Lord s Prayer- The Our Father Love (love of God) - Giving my heart to Jesus Neighbor (love of neighbor) - Loving everyone National- The whole world Outward Sign- Something you can see Mary- Jesus mother Mass- A remembrance of Jesus last supper Natural Death- Dying due to old age or without illness Parents- My mom and dad Parish- The church community that I belong to Patron Saint- Who I was named after or pray to Pray/Prayer- Talking to God Precious- Special Relationship (with God/Family/Community) - Getting along with another person Recite- Say out loud Recycling - Using something again Relate- How I get along with others 33

34 Respect- Being kind to others Responsible- How I handle myself and make good choices Retell- Say again Sacraments - (7) We had Baptism and will have First Reconciliation/First Eucharist in Grade 2. Saint- Someone living a holy life School- Place of learning Service- Helping others Sexual Distinctiveness- Boy and girl Share- Giving to others Stations of the Cross- The passion of Jesus displayed in fourteen pictures or scenes Stewardship- Giving my time to help Water (as an outward sign of Baptism) - Example: church holy water fountain ] 34

35 SEE ADDENDUM: H. Copy of Lesson Plan (Provided by your DRE/Parish) I. Multiple Intelligences (Included in this document)) J. Grade-level glossary (Included in this document) K. Diocesan Abuse Report (Available on Diocese of Venice, Florida web page) L. Catechist Job Description (Provided by your DRE/Parish) M. Catechist Evaluation (Available on the Diocese of Venice, Florida web page and available from your DRE) N. Catechist Certificate (Information is available on the Diocese of Venice, Florida web page and from your DRE/Parish) CATECHIST CERTIFICATE Catechist certificate will be given upon completion of the three year Into the Fields training program. According to our bishops, adult faith formation (by which people consciously grow in the life of Christ through experience, reflection, prayer, and study,) must be the central task in (this) catechetical enterprise, becoming the axis around which revolves the catechesis of childhood and adolescence as well as that of old age. The Diocese of Venice, Florida requires that all catechists complete a three year certificate training in Into the Fields. See your Director of Religious Education for more information. 35

36 DIOCESE OF VENICE, FLORIDA PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND CURRICULUM CREATED: AUGUST 2011 GRADE TWO LEARNING ENVIRONMENT Class Prayer Table: A small table/area should be set up in the room for 7 and 8 year olds. On this table is recommended: a Children s Catholic Picture Bible, battery operated candle, table cloth/covering changed following liturgical calendar, a holy water bowl, for a few suggestions to start. Additionally, the following should be added following class topics/liturgy/liturgical seasons -Something to represent Baptism, First Reconciliation, First Eucharist, statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary, pictures/books on the saints and something that represents the environment for that level child (use your creativity, etc.). Please refer to the Into the Fields Styles of Teaching and Learning Year 2 book page 82 for Symbols and Gestures. ALWAYS: Open and end class with the Sign of the Cross. With young children you will want to print and hang this on the class wall until they all learn it. In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen SAFE ENVIRONMENT (Emotional, Physical and Spiritual) - Always check your room to make sure there is no hazard or potentially dangerous object(s) that can cause harm to an inquisitive/active child). Please follow Diocesan Policy with required form (see Addendum A with this packet) to report any/all abuse disclosed/reported to you. Go to the Diocese of Venice, Florida website for more information. TEACHER MATERIALS: Books purchased by the parish for Faith Formation/Religion classes, Catholic Bible, Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC), General Directory for Catechesis (GDC) and National Directory for Catechesis (NDC), Catechesis Tradendae (Catechesis in Our Time) by Pope John Paul II. REMEMBER: YOU (the teacher) are most important to your children! TEXT(S): Teacher should use materials purchased by the parish and follow as outlined by the company with the corresponding suggested class activities. 36

37 TEACHER: AWARENESS AND READINESS WHAT TO EXPECT: AM I READY FOR MY CLASS? CHARACTERISICS OF A CHILD IN GRADE There are three great outward journeys of the 7- To-8-year-old. These three journeys can be represented as: Physical Has perseverance Prints more easily, neatly Is increasing fine motor control Is less distracted visually Is increasing in strength Is becoming more coordinated 37

38 Social/Emotional Has strong likes and dislikes Is sensitive, calm, serious Begins to realize others have differing views Expresses tension in noises and body movement Has tendency to make safe choices Criticizes own performance Frequently seeks praise through self-criticism Desires perfection Restricts creativity Is often moody, easily disappointed Dawdles, is not a good self-starter Mental Takes interest in spelling/meaning Uses language more precisely Expands use of adverbs Likes to read, be read to Has limited short term memory (2-3 items) Thinks, observes, reflects rather than verbalizes Is interested in time and space, can tell time Uses trial and error in problem solving 38

39 Describe various community workers and the services they perform. List and discuss renewable and nonrenewable resources. Given a series of pictures (or cartoons), put them in a logical sequence. Create a personal dictionary. Read a book; retell the story in your own words. Use upper and lower case letters in writing. Keep a list of books you have read in a reading log. Given an object, describe it, and name as many characteristics (attributes) of the object as possible. Given a set of objects, make a set that has more or less. Classify objects according to their similarities. Look at a calendar: What is today s date, yesterday s date, tomorrow s date? Use the Internet to find and record information. Create a skit on Dealing With Differences ; write scenes for different settings such as home, school and neighborhood. Write a news story about how citizens can help in neighborhoods; what do good citizens look like? Identify limited resources in your neighborhood; propose substitute items to replace those resources. Estimate and measure the length of objects in centimeters and inches. Make up a story that matches an addition or subtraction problem such as 17 8 = 9. Read a thermometer; place at different locations and read again. Sample Learning Activities 39

40 Character Traits Respect Showing high regard for self, other people, property and authority Understanding that all people have value Responding sensitively to the ideas of others without dismissing or degrading them Caring-Compassion Treating others with compassion generosity and friendship Recognizing that everyone from time to time feels hurt, confused and angry. Seeking understanding and reconciliation with other members of a community in conflict Responsibility Being dependable Carrying out obligations and having a sense of duty to fulfill tasks one has accepted Being accountable Courage Attempting difficult things that are worthwhile Doing the right thing even when others do not Following your conscience rather than the crowd Integrity Carrying out your responsibilities without claiming credit for someone else s work Willing to acknowledge wrongdoing Being truthful and trustworthy 40

41 Determination Having perseverance and the inner strength to pursue goals Completing individual assignments and supporting others in their work Self-Discipline Demonstrating hard work and commitment Improving yourself and restraining from inappropriate behavior Doing your best always Giving Discovering that one of life s greatest satisfactions comes from giving to others Sharing through service Responding to the needs of others, without expectation of reward. Guidance Discusses and shares feelings about self Discusses situations that cause a variety of behaviors Recognizes the diverse world of work Describes ways that basic skills are used at home and at work Understands how she/he relies on basic skills to satisfy needs Demonstrates the ability to share and work cooperatively on group tasks Learns how to develop effective interpersonal relationships Demonstrates the capacity to follow instructions and complete assignments Demonstrates knowledge of the importance of learning Demonstrates the ability to work independently Demonstrates the capacity to follow instructions and complete assignments 41

42 MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCES: (WHAT WILL I USE?) SEE ADDENDUM B FOR CHART VISUAL/SPATIAL (PICTURE SMART) Learns through drawing, reading stories with pictures, arts and crafts. I use BODILY-KINESTHETIC (BODY SMART) Learns through movement, dancing, acting, reading body language. I use MUSICAL (MUSIC SMART) Learns though music, by listening or singing and rhythms. I use INTERPERSONAL (PEOPLE SMART) Learns through interaction with others, group activities, cooperating, peacemaker. I use INTRAPERSONAL (SELF-SMART) Learns through introspection, works well alone, must have personal space. I use NATURALISTIC (NATURE SMART) Learns through nature, loves nature walks, good at making distinctions. I use VERBAL/LINGUISTIC (WORD SMART) Learns through words, reading, word games, expressing an idea, great vocabulary. I use LOGICAL/MATHEMATICAL (NUMBER SMART) Learns by thinking, problem solving, explanation of things, asks questions. I use EXISTENTIAL (GOD SMART) Has an inner peace, instinctively knows right from wrong, understands God and life and death. I use ***A SUCCESSFUL CATECHIST WILL TRY TO INCLUDE ACTIVITIES THAT APPEAL TO ALL (OR MOST) OF THESE INTELLIGENCES IN ORDER TO ACHIEVE THE GOALS SET OUT FOR EACH SESSION. 42

43 GRADE LEVEL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS GRADE TWO Standard 1 Sacred Scripture Read and understand Sacred Scripture as God s Word speaking to them. Show how the Bible is divided into two main sections: The Hebrew Scripture (Old Testament) and the New Testament. Retell selected Bible stories: God calling Abraham and Moses; the Exodus; Moses receiving the Ten Commandments; and the Birth, Death and Resurrection of Jesus. Tell how the Bible stories of God calling Abraham and Moses; the Exodus; the Ten Commandments; and the Birth, Death, and Resurrection of Jesus demonstrate God s love. Be familiar with the Ten Commandments and tell how they help us love God and people. Standard 2 Doctrine Know and understand the basic teachings of the Church and how they apply to their lives. Explain that sin is an offense against God and neighbor. Tell the difference between Original Sin, Mortal (serious) Sin, and Venial (less serious) Sin. Tell that the Holy Spirit is the spirit of God and is our helper sent to us by Jesus. Describe how the Holy Spirit can help us. Tell that we remember the life, death and resurrection of Jesus and receive his Body and Blood when we receive the Holy Eucharist. Describe how sin hurts us, others and our relationship to God. Know that the term salvation means to be saved by the love of God. Tell that choosing to do what offends God and harms others is called sin. Tell that Jesus gives us the Sacrament of Reconciliation in which we ask God s forgiveness of our sins. 43

44 Standard 3 Sacraments Know and appreciate the centrality of the Eucharist and importance of the Sacraments in the life of Catholics. Name the 7 Sacraments and recall that Sacraments are signs of God s love for us through which Jesus becomes truly present and helps us in our lives. Identify the term grace as a gift of God s love which enables us to live good Christian lives. Talk about the Sacrament of Reconciliation as an opportunity to say we are sorry for our sins and receive God s love and forgiveness. Describe the Sacrament of Eucharist as an action in which we thankfully receive Jesus and remember His life, death and resurrection. Recall the story of the Last Supper. Tell that at the consecration in the Liturgy, the bread and wine are changed into (the real presence of) the Body and Blood of Christ and offered to us as a sign of God s love. Identify the Priest as the minister and the instrument of God s forgiveness and reconciliation. Standard 4 Community Understand and appreciate the role of the faith community the Catholic Church into which they have been baptized and through which they grow in faith to mature discipleship and will know what it means to have membership in the local, universal Catholic Church. Recite the two great commandments: love of God and love of neighbor. Examine the effects of their own behavior in family and group settings. Discuss and practice ways to stand up for what is right. Describe how inappropriate behavior interferes with their relationship with God. 44

45 Standard 5 Service Engage in service to and exercise responsible stewardship for the various communities to which they belong: family, school, parish, civic, national, global. Discuss ways they can put their love for others into action (service). Participate in a group service project that provides service to those in need. Take actions that show their love of God s creation. Discuss different service ministries. Standard 6 Prayer Experience and appreciate a variety of prayer forms in addition to the prayer of the Sacraments. Be familiar with an Act of Contrition. Recite the Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be. Recite an example of a spontaneous prayer. Understand the meaning of the Lord s Prayer and know the four petitions contained therein. Prepare and assume different roles in communal prayer experiences in the classroom. Describe the difference between public and private prayer. Understand the meaning of personal prayer. Describe how prayer is essential to their relationship with God. Be able to participate in the responses at Mass. Compose a personal prayer. 45

46 Standard 7 Spirituality Know how to develop a personal relationship with God. Listen to Scripture stories that describe God s love and power/dominion. Express their love of God through prayer and action. Listen to and discuss the story of Mary saying yes to God. Suggest ways in which we can say yes to God. Express their love for Jesus through the reception of the Sacraments of Eucharist and Reconciliation. Standard 8 Morality Understand and appreciate that all humans are created in the image and likeness of God. Be aware that everyone has special gifts and among these is the gift of sexuality. Identify that the supernatural love of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit is the model for harmony among people. Understand that the body is the temple of the Holy Spirit. 46

47 Standard 9 Social Justice Respond with compassionate action to occurrences of social justice. Recognize that people are more important than things. Examine how a person s good and bad behavior affects the family and the community. Identify the ways we show love and care for others leading to the common good. 47

48 CATECHESIS: CATECHESIS 1. Jesus taught us to live in love: love of God, love of others. (CCC , 1709) 2. Baptism is a sign of our coming into God s family, becoming God s child. (CCC 1267, ) 3. Freedom to choose between good and evil. (CCC ; Matthew 4:1-11) 4. In the Sacrament of Reconciliation we admit how we have failed to love God and each other. (CCC 1455, 1458) a. God continues to love us even when we sin. (CCC 1468) b. Sin (CCC 1422) c. God calls us always to be sorry for our sins and accept His forgiveness. (CCC 1425, 1451) d. Penance (CCC 1450, 1460) 5. Forgiveness the Sacrament of Reconciliation. (CCC 1422, 1462, 1486) 6. Jesus gave us the Eucharist at the Last Supper. He wants us to be united with Him and with one another. (CCC , 1327) a. Jesus is present in the Eucharist. (CCC 1088, 1374, 1377) 7. The Church is the people of God gathered to celebrate the Eucharist (the Mass). (CCC , 1364) a. Liturgy of the Word (CCC 1346, 1349) b. Liturgy of the Eucharist (CCC 1088) 8. Mary is the Mother of Jesus. (CCC 495, 501, 509) a. Angel Gabriel told Mary she was to be the mother of Jesus. (Luke 1:26-35) b. Mary is our mother and the mother of all God s children. She is a model for all Christians. (CCC 501) c. Mary said yes to God with faith and trust. (Luke 1:26-35; CCC 494, 511) 9. God is our Father as well as Jesus Father. (CCC 1265, 1266) a. God is a loving Father who cares for us. 48

49 GRADE LESSON PLAN OUTCOMES: Did my students GET the lesson? SEE ADDENDUM D (Lesson Plan) END OF THE YEAR OUTCOMES: Grade TWO: (by the end of the yearly class/program) EACH CHILD WILL: Know the glossary of terms from the Standards PLUS all new terms introduced from class books/materials for the grade level. Standard 1- Sacred Scripture: 1. Identify the Bible, Old & New Testaments 2. Tell a Bible story (and know that the stories read at Mass are from the Bible) 3. Recite the Great Commandment to love God and neighbor and the 10 Commandments Standard 2 - Doctrine: 1. Explain what sin is; explain what is original, mortal and venial sin 2. Identify who Jesus is 3. Describe who the Holy Spirit is 4. Explain that God continues to love us even when we sin; that God calls us to be sorry 5. Know that there is 3 Persons in 1 God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit and Jesus has revealed God to us Standard 3 - Sacraments: 1. Name the 7 Sacraments; identify the words grace and priest 2. Understand the meaning of water in Baptism 3. Talk about and receive Reconciliation and Eucharist 4. Actively participate in Mass in our parish 49

50 Standard 4 - Community: 1. Know God calls all of us to use our gifts and talents to build up the Church 2. Be able to explain how their behavior affects others 3. Give ways how they can show love for God and their neighbor. Standard 5 - Service: 1. Explain and demonstrate how following Jesus means doing service for God and others 2. Tell a Bible story of how love for God and neighbor was shown by Jesus 3. Perform an individual/class service project Standard 6 - Prayer: 1. Recite the Lord s prayer, Hail Mary and Glory Be, Act of Contrition 2. Say a spontaneous prayer, and experience different kinds of prayer in the classroom 3. Know why we have Stations of the Cross during Lent 4. Know the difference between individual and communal prayer Standard 7 - Spirituality: 1. Explain how God loves them and has started a new personal intimate relationship with them in Baptism 2. Know that Mary is the Mother of God and our spiritual mother and our model on how to be a good Christian 3. Know what a saint is and that we are all called by God to be saints Standards 8 - Morality: 1. Demonstrate and understand that all humans are made in the image and likeness of God and that demands our respect for everyone 2. Understand that boys and girls have the gifts of sexuality 3. Understand the body is the temple of the Holy Spirit. Standards 9 - Social Justice: 1. Explain why life is precious 2. Identify the ways we show love and care for others and how we help Jesus build the Kingdom of God 3. Understand that God has a special love for the the less fortunate in our world and wants us to help them 4. Describe ways and consequences of not protecting our environment 50

51 PREPARING FOR GRADE LEVEL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS VOCABULARY/GLOSSARY OF TERMS TO BE USED ADDENDUM C Taken from Diocesan Standards for Grade (More words should be added/introduced from accompanying book(s) used) (Defined in Grade Two language for students to understand) Absolution- Priest forgives you in confession Advent -Time to prepare for Christmas Affects- Matters or changes Appreciation- Another word for thank you Baptism- My first Sacrament in the church Behavior- The way I act or speak Bible- God s Holy Word (book) Candle-Means Jesus is the light of the world Catholic Church- Our (faith) community Celebration- A happy time Chalice- Cup used by the priest at Mass Choice- Picking one Christian - (Christian Family) - The people in my church community Christmas- Celebrate Jesus birthday Ciborium- Plate holding hosts Civic - Man s law(s) Commandment- God s rules (ten) Communal Prayer-More than one person praying together Community- All people Confession- Telling my sins to the priest Conscience- Judging good and bad Consecration- Priest prayer in Mass changing bread and wine into the body and blood of Christ Contrition- Prayer of sorrow Creation- Everything God made Creator God Cross- Sign of Baptism 51

52 Crucifix- Cross with Jesus on it Cup- Contains wine, precious blood Demonstrate- Show how Dignity- My importance Disciples- Followers of Jesus Easter- Celebrating Jesus is risen Environment-Everything around us Eucharist- Sacrament of the Body and Blood of Jesus, Mass we praise and thank God Evil- Bad or wrong Examination of Conscience- Thinking of our sins Faith- What I believe Family- All God s people Fertilization (Birth) - How I was born Forgiveness- Pardon Gift- A surprise Global - The whole world Glory Be- God s prayer God s Law- The 10 Commandments God s Holy Word - The Bible -book God s Image- How we were made Good- What makes us/others happy Good Deeds- Doing nice things for others Good Relationships- Having friends Gospel - God s Holy Word (from the Bible) Grace before Meals- Praying before I eat Great Commandment- Love one another Guardian- Someone who protects Guardian Angel- God gives us special helpers to watch over and protect us Hail Mary- A prayer Human Sexuality- Boy and girl Identify- Say who you are Introduce- Welcome Jesus - God (and the second person of the Blessed Trinity) Kind - Being caring Lent- A time to prepare for Easter Less Fortunate- Those that have less than me Liturgy- Celebration of the Mass Lord s Prayer- The Our Father Love (love of God) - Giving my heart to Jesus Mary- Jesus s mother Mass- Remembrance of Jesus Last Supper National- The whole world 52

53 Neighbor (love of neighbor) Everyone Outward Sign- Something you can see Parish- The church community that I belong Patron Saint- Who I was named after or pray to Pilate- Roman governor who condemned Jesus to death Penance A prayer or good deed the priest asks us to say or do Pray/Prayer- Talking to God Precious- Special Recite- Says out loud Reconciliation- Sacrament of forgiveness Recycling - Using something again Relate- How I get along with others Relationship (with God/Family/Community) - Getting along with Respect- Being kind Responsible- How I handle myself and make good choices Retell- Says again Rosary- Mary gave church prayer beads Sacraments - (7) We had Baptism and will have First Reconciliation/First Eucharist in Grade 2. Sacrifice- A gift of ourselves, we give out of love Saint- Someone living a holy life School- Place of learning Service- Helping others Sexual Distinctiveness- Boy and girl Share- Giving to others Sin- Unloving choice, offense against God Stations of the Cross- The passion of Jesus in pictures Stewardship- Giving my time to help Tabernacle- House for Jesus in church Ten Commandments- Laws of love God gave to Moses Trinity- Three persons in one God Water (as an outward sign of Baptism) - Example: Church holy water fount Witness- Follower of Jesus GRADE 53

54 SEE ADDENDUM: O. Copy of Lesson Plan (Provided by your DRE/Parish) P. Multiple Intelligences (Included in this document)) Q. Grade-level glossary (Included in this document) R. Diocesan Abuse Report (Available on Diocese of Venice, Florida web page) S. Catechist Job Description (Provided by your DRE/Parish) T. Catechist Evaluation (Available on the Diocese of Venice, Florida web page and available from your DRE) U. Catechist Certificate (Information is available on the Diocese of Venice, Florida web page and from your DRE/Parish) CATECHIST CERTIFICATE Catechist certificate will be given upon completion of the three year Into the Fields training program. According to our bishops, adult faith formation (by which people consciously grow in the life of Christ through experience, reflection, prayer, and study,) must be the central task in (this) catechetical enterprise, becoming the axis around which revolves the catechesis of childhood and adolescence as well as that of old age. The Diocese of Venice, Florida requires that all catechists complete a three year certificate training in Into the Fields. See your Director of Religious Education for more information. 54

55 DIOCESE OF VENICE, FLORIDA PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND CURRICULUM CREATED: AUGUST 2011 GRADE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT Class Prayer Table: A small table/area should be set up in the room for 8 year olds. On this table is recommended: a Children s Catholic Picture Bible and a regular Catholic Bible, battery operated candle, table cloth/covering changed following liturgical calendar and a Crucifix for a few suggestions to start. Additionally, the following should be added following class topics/liturgy/liturgical seasons -Something to represent the Trinity, the Eucharist, pictures/books on the saints, objects that represent social justice, a rosary and Ten Commandments. ALWAYS: Open and end class with the Sign of the Cross. In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen SAFE ENVIRONMENT (Emotional, Physical and Spiritual) - Always check your room to make sure there is no hazard or potentially dangerous object(s) that can cause or be used to harm another. Please follow Diocesan Policy with required form (see Addendum A with this packet) to report any/all abuse disclosed/reported to you. Go to the Diocese of Venice, Florida website for more information. TEACHER MATERIALS: Books purchased by the parish for Faith Formation/Religion classes, Catholic Bible, Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC), General Directory for Catechesis (GDC) and National Directory for Catechesis (NDC), Catechesis Tradendae (Catechesis in Our Time) by Pope John Paul II. REMEMBER: YOU (the teacher) are most important to your children! TEXT(S): Teacher should use materials purchased by the parish and follow as outlined by the company with the corresponding suggested class activities.. 55

56 TEACHER: AWARENESS AND READINESS WHAT TO EXPECT: AM I READY FOR MY CLASS? CHARACTERISICS OF A CHILD IN GRADE The developmental journeys for the 3rd Grade child are divided into three areas: 1. Physical Development 2. Social Development 3. Intellectual Development Developmental Characteristics of Third Graders Every child s development is unique. Although children develop through a generally predictable sequence of milestones, we cannot say exactly when a child will reach each and every stage. Every child has his or her own timetable. The characteristics below are offered only as a reference to give you a better understanding of the child. 56

57 The Eight-Year-Old Physical Development High energy Enjoy rough and tumble games, as well as team sports May be physically daring Fine motor skills showing increased speed and smoothness Some write with tiny letters and artwork becomes more detailed Large muscles in arms and legs are more developed than small muscles Seven to nine-year olds are learning to use their small muscles skills (printing with a pencil; using scissors and small tools) and their large muscle skills (throwing and catching a ball) Large differences in size and abilities of children; may affect the way they get along with others, how they feel about themselves, and what physical activities they do Enjoy testing muscle strength and skills Good sense of balance Social and Emotional Development Begin to define self based on certain attributes or achievements, such as I wear glasses, etc Can become self-conscious based on how they believe they look in the eyes of others Establishing friendships is very important, although they may lack skills to do so Emergence of a sense of humor--telling jokes Less dependent on adults and more dependent on peers Begins to question authority and test limits Often overestimate abilities; they bite off more than can chew Interested in rules and rituals Generally girls tend to play more with girls; boys with boys May have a best friend Strong desire to perform well, do things right Find criticism and failure difficult to handle View things as right or wrong, wonderful or terrible, with little middle ground Need a sense of security in groups, organized play and clubs; friendship groups may be larger Generally enjoy caring for and playing with younger children 57

58 Intellectual Development Concrete Operations Stage of Thinking is solidifying for most children. They can reason logically about actual objects and organize thoughts coherently. They cannot handle abstract reasoning very well unless it relates to real experiences. Learn best through active, concrete experiences, but are learning to see books as sources of information; reading may become a major interest Developing a longer attention span Enjoy collecting, organizing, and classifying objects and information Imaginative play in the form of skits, plays, and puppet shows Likes groups and group activities May reverse printed letter (b/d) (until mid-third grade) Enjoy planning and building Speaking and listening vocabularies are expanding rapidly; talkative Increased problem-solving ability Interested in magic and tricks Learning to plan ahead and evaluate what they do When something is suggested, they may say, That s dumb or I don t want to do that. Beginning to see and understand the perspectives of others. Listen well, but they are so full of ideas that they cannot always recall what has been said Like to explain ideas--may exaggerate Engrossed in activity at hand; love to socialize at the same time Industrious; often work quickly Basic skills begin to be mastered; begin to feel a sense of competence with skills 58

59 MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCES: (WHAT WILL I USE?) SEE ADDENDUM B FOR CHART VISUAL/SPATIAL (PICTURE SMART) Learns through drawing, reading stories with pictures, arts and crafts. I use BODILY-KINESTHETIC (BODY SMART) Learns through movement, dancing, acting, reading body language. I use MUSICAL (MUSIC SMART) Learns though music, by listening or singing and rhythms. I use INTERPERSONAL (PEOPLE SMART) Learns through interaction with others, group activities, cooperating, peacemaker. I use INTRAPERSONAL (SELF-SMART) Learns through introspection, works well alone, must have personal space. I use NATURALISTIC (NATURE SMART) Learns through nature, loves nature walks, good at making distinctions. I use VERBAL/LINGUISTIC (WORD SMART) Learns through words, reading, word games, expressing an idea, great vocabulary. I use LOGICAL/MATHEMATICAL (NUMBER SMART) Learns by thinking, problem solving, explanation of things, asks questions. I use EXISTENTIAL (GOD SMART) Has an inner peace, instinctively knows right from wrong, understands God and life and death. I use ***A SUCCESSFUL CATECHIST WILL TRY TO INCLUDE ACTIVITIES THAT APPEAL TO ALL (OR MOST) OF THESE INTELLIGENCES IN ORDER TO ACHIEVE THE GOALS SET OUT FOR EACH SESSION. 59

60 GRADE LEVEL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: GRADE THREE Within our third grade religion curriculum, students will: Standard 1 Sacred Scripture Read and understand Sacred Scripture as God s Word speaking to them. Recognize the list of Hebrew Scripture (Old Testament) Books and the list of New Testament Books found in the index of a Catholic Bible. Describe the Old Testament as writings about God s relationship with his chosen people, the Hebrews. Describe the New Testament as writings about Jesus who shows us how to love God and love others. Retell the stories of creation, the life of Jesus and His Passion, Death and Resurrection using words art and/or drama. Identify how the writings in the Bible help us to better know, love and serve God. Identify what the Ten Commandments call us to do and not to do. Show how the index of a Bible lists all of the books as well as their page location. Standard 2 Doctrine Know and understand the basic teachings of the Church and how they apply to their lives. Identify that God is the Trinity one God who is Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Recall that God sent Jesus to teach us how to live lovingly, justly, humbly and prayerfully. Identify that Jesus is both true God and true Man. List examples of how God expresses love for us. Discuss the concepts of Heaven, Hell and Purgatory. Explain the meaning of communion of saints. 60

61 Standard 3 Sacraments Know and appreciate the centrality of the Eucharist and the importance of the Sacraments in the life of Catholics. Identify that Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist are Sacraments of Initiation. Identify that Reconciliation and Anointing of the Sick are Sacraments of Healing. Discuss how Eucharist helps us remember and be thankful for the life, death and resurrection of Jesus. Participate with the parish community in the celebration of the liturgical seasons of Advent, Christmas, Lent, Holy Triduum, Easter, Pentecost and Ordinary Time. Standard 4 Community Understand and appreciate the role of the faith community the Catholic Church into which they have been baptized and through which they grow in faith to mature discipleship and will know what it means to have membership in the local, universal Catholic Church. Recite and discuss the meaning of the two great commandments. Recite and discuss the meaning of the first three commandments. Describe how sinful acts interfere with their relationship with God, others and self. Relate appropriate Catholic response to situations of social injustice. (homelessness, hunger, poverty) and practice ways to stand up for what is right. 61

62 Standard 5 Service Engage in service to and exercise responsible stewardship for the various communities to which they belong: family, school, parish, civic, national and global. Tell stories from the gospels of people serving others. Report on ways they can be of service in their families and in their schools. Plan and participate in a service activity. Give examples of different kinds of work people perform and how that work helps other people (parents work at home, farmers, police, artists.) Standard 6 Prayer Experience and appreciate a variety of prayer forms in addition to the prayer of the Sacraments. Read an example of scriptural prayer. Participate in praying the Rosary. Describe the purpose of the Stations of the Cross. Assume different roles in communal prayer experiences. Compose prayers for different occasions (e.g. birthdays, taking a trip, beginning a new school year.) Compose their own morning and evening prayers. Identify occasions of community prayer. Explain the importance of private prayer. Introduce the Spiritual and Corporal Works of Mercy. Pray the Hail Holy Queen and Acts of Faith, Hope and Love. 62

63 Standard 7 Spirituality Know how to develop a personal relationship with God. Participate in the celebration of the liturgical seasons. Make a prayer journal and use it to write their thoughts to God. Participate in a Lenten reflection on the Stations of the Cross. Standard 8 Morality Understand and appreciate that all humans are created in the image and likeness of God. Discuss the Church s teachings concerning respect for life. Identify the different types, causes, effects of and solutions to discrimination. Recognize the Church s teachings and one s responsibility over creation. Discuss responses and responsibility of Christians to victims of AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome). Recognize that bullying is a form of disrespect. Discuss issues of disabilities and developmental challenges. 63

64 Standard 9 Social Justice Respond with compassionate action to occurrences of social injustice. Recognize and discuss how people of different backgrounds can work together to enhance the quality of life for others. Relate how the commandments guide relationships with others within family and community. Identify ways that Jesus, through His word, teaches us to care for ourselves and others. Identify the poor and vulnerable in your community and discuss ways to respond to their needs. Discuss how people have a right to productive work, to own property and establish private business. Understand that Jesus provides us a guide to living and acting in community in the Beatitudes and the story of the Good Samaritan. Recognize that everyone has the right to clean water, air and land free from pollution. 64

65 CATECHESIS: 1. Creation a. God created everything that exists and He shares His being, wisdom and Goodness with His creatures. (CCC 279, 295; Genesis 1:1) b. God allows us the ability to fully participate in His creation by giving us Special talents and gifts. (CCC ; 1 Cor 3-9) c. We are called at Baptism by God to be of service. We receive grace from God to help us participate in the mission and service of Christ. (CCC , 1279, 1996) 2. Mystery of God, The Trinity a. The Trinity is one God in three persons. They do not share divinity among themselves, but each is God whole and entire. (CCC 253) 3. Christ is God and is Risen and Glorious a. Jesus came to do the will of God who sent Him. (CCC 606) b. He offered Himself to God at the Last Supper and at Calvary. (CCC 610, 621) c. We can offer ourselves to God by suffering and taking up our cross. (CCC 618) d. Jesus rose from the dead and entered heaven so we might join Him one day and share in eternal life. Having entered heaven once and for all, He intercedes for us as a mediator, assuring us of the guidance of the Holy Spirit. (CCC 666, 667) 4. The Church is the People of God a. The Apostles were the foundation on which the Church was established. Jesus is the head of the Church. (CCC 857, 860; Matthew 28:20) b. God wants us to be holy and realize that we are part of a community of people who are called to serve Him. That community is called the Church. The Church is the People of God. (CCC 781, 786) 5. Church as a Sign that Leads Us to the Heavenly Father a. The Church is a liturgical assembly, and it is a community of believers. (CCC 752) b. The Church is a sacrament. (CCC 775) c. The Church is God s instrument for salvation. (CCC 776, 780) 6. Mary a. Mary cooperated freely and faithfully in human salvation by accepting the call of God to become Jesus mother. Mary s life should be a role model for all of us by her obedience to God. (CCC 511) b. Mary is the perfect disciple which we should model our lives after and she was conceived without sin. (CCC 511) 65

66 LESSON PLAN OUTCOMES: SEE ADDENDUM D Did my students GET the lesson? END OF THE YEAR OUTCOMES: GRADE THREE: (by the end of the yearly class/program) EACH CHILD WILL: Know the glossary of terms from the Standards PLUS all new terms introduced from class books/materials for the grade level. Standard 1- Sacred Scripture: 1. Identify the books in the Old and New Testament 2. Demonstrate understanding of using the index for the Catholic Bible 3. Tell a story about creation, the Passion, Death and Resurrection of Jesus 4. Know and recite the Ten Commandments Standard 2 - Doctrine: 1. Explain the Trinity 2. Explain how Jesus was man and God 3. Give examples of how God shows His love to us 4. Explain the concepts of Heaven, Hell and Purgatory 5. Explain the meaning of Communion of the Saints Standard 3 - Sacraments: 1. Explain what is meant by the Centrality of the Eucharist 2. Explain what are the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist) 3. Explain what are the Sacraments of Healing (Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick) 4. Participate with the parish community in liturgical celebrations during Advent, Christmas, Lent, Holy Triduum, Easter, Pentecost and Ordinary Time 5. Explain why the Sacraments are important to Catholics 66

67 Standard 4 - Community: 1. Recite the two Great Commandments 2. Explain the meaning of the first three Commandments 3. Describe what would be a sinful act 4. Tell how sin hurts our relationship with God 5. Tell what it means to be a good steward Standard 5 - Service: 1. Tell a Gospel story of people helping others 2. Name some ways to be helpful at home, school and in the community 3. Complete a service project 4. Name types of work people do to help other people Standard 6 - Prayer: 1. Say a scriptural prayer 2. Know why and how to pray the rosary 3. Say the Stations of the Cross 4. Give examples of prayers said for different occasions 5. Write a morning and evening prayer 6. Explain what are Spiritual and Corporal Works of Mercy 7. Pray the Hail Holy Queen and Acts of Faith, Hope and Love 67

68 Standard 7 - Spirituality: 1. Participate in the Eucharist with family and church community 2. Keep a private prayer journal 3. Take time for personal and communal prayer 4. Participate in church liturgical celebrations Standards 8 - Morality: 1. Explain the Church s teachings on respect for life 2. Give examples of discrimination 3. Demonstrate understanding of how bullying is a form of disrespect 4. Give examples of developmental disabilities Standards 9 - Social Justice: 1. Explain what is meant by quality of life 2. Share how the Commandments guide our relationships with others. 3. Give your understanding of who is poor and vulnerable 4. Tell how people have a right to productive work 5. Re-tell the story of the Good Samaritan 6. Name ways how you can avoid pollution 68

69 PREPARING FOR GRADE LEVEL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS GRADE VOCABULARY AND GLOSSARY OF TERMS TO BE USED ADDENDUM C Taken from Diocesan Standards for Grade THREE (More words should be added/introduced from accompanying book(s) used) (Defined in Grade Three language for students to understand) Acts of Faith, Hope and Love- Short prayers to talk to Jesus Advent- Time to prepare for the birth of Jesus Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) - A very serious health problem Baptism- Being born again with water in the Name of the Father. Beatitudes- 8 ways to live a good life Bully- Being rude and unkind to another person Catholic Bible- The Word of God Christmas- The birth of Jesus - December 25 Civic- Community laws Commandments- (Ten and Great) - Rules God gave us to live by Communion of Saints- Holy people in heaven with Jesus Community- More than one person Community prayer- More than one person praying together Compassionate action- Doing something nice for a person Confirmation- A Sacrament received in Grade 10 Creation- Birth - anything new Developmental Challenges- Changes as we grow Disability- A hardship (mental, physical or emotional) or limitation Discipleship- Membership in our church Discrimination- Not liking someone 69

70 Disrespect- Being rude Doctrine- Teaching of the Church Easter- Jesus rising from the dead Eucharist- Celebrating the Mass Faith Community- People who come together to worship and pray Global- The whole world Good Samaritan- Doing good for another Haily Holy Queen- A formal prayer we say to Mary Heaven- The place we go home to see Jesus Hebrew- A descendant of the family of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob Hebrew Scripture- The Bible of Judaism Hell- A final place where we are separated from Jesus Holy Triduum- Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday Homeless- Someone who has no address or place to live Hunger- Needing food Index (of a Bible) - The place in the book where you look up information to find quickly Journal (prayer) - A personal book where you write your thoughts & feelings Lent- 40 days of preparation for Easter Liturgical calendar- Seasons that the Church celebrates Liturgical seasons- Times of the year shown by different Church colors (priest vestments etc) Local Church - My neighborhood church or the one I attend Loving (justly, humbly; prayerfully) - Being kind to all National- A bigger group than just my community, the nation Old Testament- The first of two parts of the Bible Ordinary Time- A Liturgical time for the Church Passion (of Jesus) - The time Jesus spent before his death (Holy Week) Pentecost- Fiftieth Day or birth of the Church by the Holy Spirit Pollution- Anything in our environment that hurts us Poor- No money, home, friends etc. Private business- Something owned by an individual Property- Anything belonging to me Quality of Life- How I choose what I need to live Purgatory- A place of temporary separation from Jesus Respect for Life- How we should treat all life (plants, animals and people) 70

71 Relationship- How we get along with others Resurrection- Easter Sunday when Jesus rose from the dead Rosary- A prayer we say using beads that Mary asked us to pray Sacraments of Healing- Reconciliation First Reconciliation (Confession) and Last Rites Sacraments of Initiation- Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation Sacred Scripture- Holy Prayer Scriptural prayer- Prayer we say from or using the Bible Service- Giving time to help others Service activity- Giving personal time to help another person or group Sin- Anything we do that hurts our relationship with God Sinful act- Something we do that breaks the Commandments and hurts our relationship with Jesus Social Justice- Being fair to all people Stations of the Cross- 14 stages Jesus went through (His Passion) Ten Commandments- Rules God gave us to follow Trinity- Three persons in one God (Father, Son; Holy Spirit) True God- Divine True Man- Human Universal Catholic Church- World wide Church everywhere Vulnerable- Soft or weak Work (kinds)- Jobs people do to make a living 71

72 SEE ADDENDUM: V. Copy of Lesson Plan (Provided by your DRE/Parish) W. Multiple Intelligences (Included in this document)) X. Grade-level glossary (Included in this document) Y. Diocesan Abuse Report (Available on Diocese of Venice, Florida web page) Z. Catechist Job Description (Provided by your DRE/Parish) AA. Catechist Evaluation (Available on the Diocese of Venice, Florida web page and available from your DRE) BB. Catechist Certificate (Information is available on the Diocese of Venice, Florida web page and from your DRE/Parish) CATECHIST CERTIFICATE Catechist certificate will be given upon completion of the three year Into the Fields training program. According to our bishops, adult faith formation (by which people consciously grow in the life of Christ through experience, reflection, prayer, and study,) must be the central task in (this) catechetical enterprise, becoming the axis around which revolves the catechesis of Childhood and adolescence as well as that of old age. The Diocese of Venice, Florida requires that all catechists complete a three year certificate training in Into the Fields. See your Director of Religious Education for more information. 72

73 DIOCESE OF VENICE, FLORIDA PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND CURRICULUM CREATED: AUGUST 2011 GRADE FOUR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT Class Prayer Table: A small table should be set up in the room appropriate for 9 year olds. On this table is recommended: a Youth Catholic Bible, battery operated candle, table cloth/covering changed following liturgical calendar, a holy water bowl, for a few suggestions to start. Additionally, the following should be added following class topics/liturgy/liturgical seasons - Something to represent the Holy Spirit, Commandments, Eucharist, statue of Jesus and Mary, pictures/books on the saints and something that represents social justice and care for the environment. ALWAYS: Open and end class with the Sign of the Cross. (SAFE ENVIRONMENT (Emotional, Physical and Spiritual) - Always check your room to make sure there is no hazard or potentially dangerous object(s) that can cause harm to a young child. Please follow Diocesan Policy with required form (see Addendum D with this packet) to report any/all abuse disclosed/reported to you. Go to the Diocese of Venice, Florida website for more information. TEACHER MATERIALS: Books purchased by the parish for Faith Formation/Religion classes, Catholic Bible, Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC), General Directory for Catechesis (GDC) and National Directory for Catechesis (NDC), Catechesis Tradendae (Catechesis in Our Time) by Pope John Paul II. REMEMBER: YOU (the teacher) are most important to your children! TEXT(S): Teacher should use materials purchased by the parish and follow as outlined by the company with the corresponding suggested class activities.. 73

74 TEACHER: AWARENESS AND READINESS WHAT TO EXPECT: AM I READY FOR MY CLASS? GRADE Some Developmental Characteristics Displayed by Nine-Year-Olds General: Nine is a developmental middle zone. The nine-year-old shows a new maturity, self-confidence, And independence from adults. There is an increase in maturity and refinement of behavior. Nine year-olds can evaluate themselves, find that they are lacking, but not feel guilty about it. Self-Concept and Independence: * Nine-year-olds tend to be inner-directed and self-motivated. * They have occasions of intense emotion and impatience, but their outbursts are less frequent and they show greater self-control. The inner-directed quality of their behavior allows nine-year olds to become intently involved in activities. * If forced to interrupt an activity, nine-year-olds will usually come back to it on their own. * They can think and reason for themselves. * They can be trusted. * They may withdraw from surroundings to get a sense of self. They do not, however, retreat as much as they did when they were younger. * Nine-year-olds do not feel impelled to boast and attach to protect themselves. 74

75 Relating to Other Children and Adults: * In their relationships with both adults and peers, they show consideration and fairness beyond that shown at a younger age. * They can accept their own failures and mistakes, and they are wiling to take responsibility for their own actions. * Nine-year-olds have an increased awareness of sex-differentiated behaviors. * Girls can become concerned about their clothing and appearance. * Friendships tend to be more solid, but occasionally nine-year-olds can have an intense dislike of the opposite sex, preferring to be with children of their own age and sex. Boys and girls both may begin to form clubs around various activities. * Although their independence can be trying at times, they are often easier to work with than younger children who make great demands on adults. * They are anxious to please and love to be chosen. * Most of the mother-child conflict of the eight-year-old has disappeared, and the nine-year-old makes fewer demands on parents. * Nine-year-olds usually have no problems with young children or older brothers and sisters. In fact, they can be very loyal to siblings. Games and Activities: Nine-year-olds spend much time in solitary activities of their own choosing. Bicycling, roller and ice-skating, and swimming are physical activities they enjoy. They continue to enjoy the advanced table games they learned at eight. Materials and information attract the nine-year old. Organized games or activities such as baseball, football, and basketball are popular. Many children at this age also have mastered basic reading and arithmetic and can use these skills to gain information, to solve problems, and to participate in games and recreation 75

76 LEARNER EXPECTATIONS GRADE FOUR ATTITUDES / BEHAVIORS Seeks help when needed Exhibits self control Accepts feedback Assumes responsibilities Shows quality in work Observes school rules Works independently Completes assignments on time Follows directions Demonstrates respect for others Uses time wisely Pays attention Participates in class discussions Some Fourth Grade Patterns and Behaviors Strong ability and interest in talking about ideas and using academic vocabulary Like to work in groups in the classroom Do not always finish assignments without extra time or prompting because of sociability Can master math facts such as addition, subtraction and some multiplication Enjoying being responsible for a class or school job Have trouble remembering homework Favorite themes: guardians police, environmental police, humane society, etc. 76

77 Behavior: Often impatient with self, work performance, peers, teachers, parents Can be anxious, worried about friendship issues, world or family events Nightmares may re-emerge Fairness and justice important in the social sphere Most often used word: boring, needs adult translation Industrious and intellectually curious in classroom; either in a hurry or dawdling Physical aches and pains; frequent visits to nurse for some Favorite themes: our country and the world, space, long ago and far away Able to copy from the board, recopy assignments, and produce beautiful final drafts Like to push their physical limits, whether challenging themselves, racing each other or trying to beat the clock Need homework related specifically to the next day s work; often ask the teacher, Why do we have to do this? Looking hard for explanation of facts, how things work, why things happen as they do; a good age for scientific exploration Very self-critical; sarcastic humor from adults can be very harmful Writing themes: moving away, divorce, death, disease, and other worries; world issues, poetry about feelings. Work extensively with word problems in mathematics utilizing surveys, graphing and other representations 77

78 Nine is an anxious age for children and often for their parents as well. Children s behavior is mercurial and often unpredictable. Strong emotions are at the surface. Nightmares may re-emerge, even bedwetting in some infrequent instances. Nine is an age of dawning awareness for children of the adult world that they now can see with greater clarity on the horizon as their brains begin to be able to think more abstractly about big issues they see on TV like war, starvation, crime, justice, friendship, love. While they grapple with these struggles they are also proudly mastering control over basic skills of mathematics, reading, computer literacy, geography, science, art, music, sports, and dance. It s quite a challenging age with such an ever-expanding horizon! Yet, it is also an age with possibilities for numerous celebrations and loads of good fun. 78

79 MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCES: (WHAT WILL I USE?) VISUAL/SPATIAL (PICTURE SMART) Learns through drawing, reading stories with pictures, arts and crafts. I use BODILY-KINESTHETIC (BODY SMART) Learns through movement, dancing, acting, reading body language. I use MUSICAL (MUSIC SMART) Learns though music, by listening or singing and rhythms. I use INTERPERSONAL (PEOPLE SMART) Learns through interaction with others, group activities, cooperating, peacemaker. I use INTRAPERSONAL (SELF-SMART) Learns through introspection, works well alone, must have personal space. I use NATURALISTIC (NATURE SMART) Learns through nature, loves nature walks, good at making distinctions. I use VERBAL/LINGUISTIC (WORD SMART) Learns through words, reading, word games, expressing an idea, great vocabulary. I use LOGICAL/MATHEMATICAL (NUMBER SMART) Learns by thinking, problem solving, explanation of things, asks questions. I use EXISTENTIAL (GOD SMART) Has an inner peace, instinctively knows right from wrong, understands God and life and death. I use ***A SUCCESSFUL CATECHIST WILL TRY TO INCLUDE ACTIVITIES THAT APPEAL TO ALL (OR MOST) OF THESE INTELLIGENCES IN ORDER TO ACHIEVE THE GOALS SET OUT FOR EACH SESSION. 79

80 GRADE LEVEL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: GRADE FOUR Within our fourth grade religion curriculum, students will: Standard 1 Sacred Scripture Read and understanding Sacred Scripture as God s Word speaking to them. Analyze and compare the terms: Testament, Scripture, Bible, Salvation, Law, Prophets, Writings, Gospel and Letters. Identify that the Hebrew Scripture (The Old Testament) is divided into five main sections: the Pentateuch (Genesis through Deuteronomy), the historical books (Joshua through Esther), the poetic books (Job through Song of Solomon), the Major Prophets (Isaiah through Daniel) and the Minor Prophets (Hosea through Malachi). Identify that the New Testament is divided into four main sections: The Gospels, Acts, the letters and Revelations. Read selected Psalms and discuss how they were written as songs of praise, thanks, petition and lament (sorrow). Identify the letters as written to various communities of people, which encourage them to follow the teachings of Jesus. Identify the Gospels as stories about the Good News of the infinite goodness of God who became man in Jesus and brought us to salvation. Identify the following people and describe how God worked through them to teach His people how to trust and obey God: Abraham, Sarah, Isaac, Jacob and Joseph. Explain God s covenant with Abraham in the Old Testament. 80

81 Standard 2 Doctrine Know and understand the basic teaching of the Church and how they apply to their lives. Recognize that Jesus suffered and died for their sins. Recognize that Jesus is the visible sign of Jesus. Recognize that the Church is the visible sign of Jesus. Identify and explain the Church as the People of God and the Mystical Body of Christ as expounded upon in the Documents of Vatican II. Explain how the People of God (the Church) help one another to live as disciples of Jesus. Describe how the Holy Spirit guides the Church. Describe revelation and the many ways God is revealed to us. (Scripture, the Church, creation, families, people, events in life) Standard 3 Sacraments Know and appreciate the centrality of the Eucharist and importance of the Sacraments in the life of Catholics. Identify that Matrimony and Holy Orders are Sacraments of service (service). Tell why Eucharist has a special and central place in the life of the Church. Tour the liturgical worship space and identify objects by name, location, and purpose (i.e. sanctuary, altar, tabernacle, crucifix, baptismal font, stained glass, sacramentary, lectionary, ambo/lectern/pulpit, Paschal Candle, hymnal, voice candles, statues). 81

82 Standard 4 Community Understand and appreciate the role of the faith community the Catholic Church into which they have been baptized and through which they grow in faith to mature discipleship and will know what it means to have membership in the local, universal Catholic Church. Understand the Spiritual and Corporal Works of Mercy (Mt. 25:31 46). List ways to apply the Beatitudes. Explain how Jesus command to love one another applies to their own lives. Describe how all people are created in the image and likeness of God. Gives examples of experiences of what it means to belong to the Body of Christ. Recognize that the Church laws that help to give order to their lives and the Christian community. Describe how participation in Mass and prayer unites us as one in the Body of Christ. Standard 5 Service Engage in service to and exercise responsible stewardship for the various communities to which they belong: family, school, parish, civic, national and global. Explain how service is a way to respond to the gospel call to love your neighbor. Identify ways they can serve others. Plan, participate in and evaluate a service activity. Demonstrate and/or report on responsible stewardship through the care of personal belongings. Apply appropriate strategies of stewardship for the global environment such as conservation of resources, recycling, cleaning up litter, etc. 82

83 Standard 6 Prayer Experience and appreciate a variety of prayer forms in addition to the prayer of the Sacraments. Define the term creed. Recite the Apostles Creed and explain its purpose. Tell the meaning of The Act of Contrition. Define prayer, identify the four basis categories of prayer (praise, petition, thanksgiving, contrition) and give examples of each. Prepare and assume different roles in communal prayer experiences in the Liturgy of the Mass. Describe the importance and meaning of different kinds of prayer in their lives. Compose personal prayers. Help families to practice Domestic Church. Standard 7 Spirituality Know how to develop a personal relationship with God. Describe what it means to be spiritual. Explain the rules for fasting and abstinence and their purpose. Participate in a Lenten reflection on the Stations of the Cross. 83

84 Standard 8 Morality Understand and appreciate that all humans are created in the image and likeness of God. Identify appropriate ways to express sexuality according to age. Discuss Catholic moral teaching as a help in expressing feelings in ways that do not hurt self or others. Identify proper use of one s sexuality with others (practice the virtue of chastity.) Identify the concept of celibacy as it pertains to religious and priests. Identify and discuss Catholic moral teaching concerning abortion. Be aware that human sexuality is a divine gift and a blend of spirit and body that shares in God s creative love and life. Recognize sexuality as integral to the total person. Discuss physical development during puberty. Discuss the concept that feelings of attraction to the opposite sex are a normal part of growing up. Define conscience, informed conscience and moral decision-making. Standard 9 Social Justice Respond with compassionate action to occurrences of social justice. Discuss the meaning of the image of the Body of Christ. Identify ways in which we do or do not share in this image. Recognize that belonging to the Body of Christ entails the same responsibility and rights as belonging to a family or community. List the rights each one of us has as God s children and the responsibility we have to protect them. Using the Beatitudes as a guide, be able to discuss how the needs of the poor and vulnerable should come before our own needs. Recognize that the Catholic Church has principles of social teaching by which we are to respond to injustice. Recognize that there is dignity and value in all types of work. Understand the importance of Eucharist as a sacrament of unity. Understand how planting trees, conserving land and water resources help everyone live a better quality of life. 84

85 Qualities which Lead to Catechesis of a Fourth Grader A growing capacity for self-motivation, responsibility Increased self-reliance Emotional life becomes more stable Acceptance by groups is needed Action oriented Demonstrates loyalty and dependability Growing awareness of conscience and a desire for moral order A spirit of service, willingness to share herself/himself The child at this level of development continues to become more active and responsive to others. Choices are more refined: to love is to choose, to offer oneself is to be more aware of others. The child becomes capable of giving her/himself to others. 85

86 CATECHESIS 1. God Calls Us The Covenant a. God is a mystery that transcends our understanding. (CCC 42, 43) b. God never stops calling us to be closer to Him. We must search for God with all of our talents. (CCC 30) c. The human bond to God can be forgotten or broken by people through a variety of reasons. (CCC 2123, 2128) d. Man was created in the image and likeness of God. (CCC 41) 2. Jesus fulfills the Old Testament Covenant by His Life and New Covenant a. Jesus fulfilled all the characteristics of the messianic Son of David and some Jews recognized Him as the Messiah. (CCC 439) b. Jesus not only reaffirmed the commandments of the Old Covenant by also gave a new commandment, Love one another. Such as my love has been for you, so must your love be for each other. (John 13:34; CCC 1968,1823, 1970, 1972) c. Jesus lived his own life according to the commandments. (CCC 2076) 3. Christian Responsibility a. Conscience is a judgment which helps us to recognize good and to assume responsibility for our actions. (CCC 1781) b. We must never do evil to get something good and we must live by Jesus Law of Love. (CCC 1756) c. We must listen to the Word of God. It teaches us to live good and moral lives. (CCC 1802) d. The Ten Commandments and the Beatitudes teach us how to live and bring about the kingdom of God. (CCC 1723) 4. Service of Others a. All persons are created in God s image and must be respected. (CCC 2123, 2128) b. The Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy are ways of showing our love for Jesus who identifies with the poor and needy. (CCC 2444, ) 86

87 LESSON PLAN OUTCOMES: SEE ADDENDUM D Did my students GET the lesson? END OF THE YEAR OUTCOMES: Within our Religion Grade curriculum, students will: Know the glossary of terms from the Standards PLUS all new terms introduced from the class books/materials for the grade level. Standard 1 Sacred Scripture 1. Identify the Gospels as stories about the Good News of the infinite goodness of God who became man in Jesus and brought us to salvation 2. Compare the books of the New Testament and the Old Testament 3. Explain God s covenant and promise of salvation Standard 2 Doctrine Know and understand the basic teaching of the Church and how they apply to their lives. 1. Recognize that Jesus suffered and died for their sins 2. Explain how the People of God (the Church) are disciples of Jesus 3. Describe the many ways God is revealed to us Standard 3 Sacraments Know and appreciate the centrality of the Eucharist and importance of the Sacraments in the life of Catholics. 1. Identify and explain the differences between the Sacraments 2. Tell why Eucharist has a special and central place in the life of the Church 3. Identify objects in the church by name, location, and purpose 87

88 Standard 4 Community Understand and appreciate the role of the faith community the Catholic Church into which they have been baptized and through which they grow in faith to mature discipleship and will know what it means to have membership in the local, universal Catholic Church. 1. List and describe the meaning behind the Beatitudes 2. Explain Jesus command to love one another 3. Describe how all people are created in the image and likeness of God Standard 5 Service Engage in service to and exercise responsible stewardship for the various communities to which they belong: family, school, parish, civic, national and global. 1. Explain how service is a way to respond to the gospel call to love your neighbor 2. Plan, participate in and evaluate a service activity 3. Demonstrate and/or report on responsible stewardship through the care of personal belongings Standard 6 Prayer Experience and appreciate a variety of prayer forms in addition to the prayer of the Sacraments. 1. Recite the Apostles Creed and explain its purpose 2. Tell the meaning of The Act of Contrition 3. Define prayer, identify the four basis categories of prayer and give examples of each 4. Help families to practice Domestic Church Standard 7 Spirituality Know how to develop a personal relationship with God. 1. Describe what it means to be spiritual 2. Explain the rules for fasting and abstinence and their purpose 3. Participate in a Lenten reflection on the Stations of the Cross 88

89 Standard 8 Morality Understand and appreciate that all humans are created in the image and likeness of God. 1. Discuss Catholic moral teaching as a help in expressing feelings in ways that do not hurt self or others. 2. Identify proper use of one s sexuality with others (practice the virtue of chastity.) 3. Be aware that human sexuality is a divine gift and a blend of spirit and body that shares in God s creative love and life. Standard 9 Social Justice Respond with compassionate action to occurrences of social justice. 1. Demonstrate the meaning of the image of the Body of Christ. 2. Recognize that the Catholic Church has principles of social teaching. 3. Understand the importance of Eucharist as a sacrament of unity. THE BEATITUDES: Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are the meek, for they shall possess the earth. Blessed are they who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for justice, for they shall be satisfied. Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy. Blessed are the clean of heart, for they shall see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God. Blessed are they who suffer persecution for justice' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when men reproach you, and persecute you, and speaking falsely, say all manner of evil against you, for My sake. 89

90 PREPARING FOR GRADE LEVEL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS VOCABULARY/ GLOSSARY OF TERMS TO BE USED ADDENDUM C Taken from Diocesan Standards for Grade FOUR Abstinenance- To deny yourself something Act of Contrition - The prayer said after we do to confession (Reconciliation) Acts of the Apostles - The fifth book of the Bible that describes the early history of the Christian Church Abraham - The first patriarch (father) of Israel Abortion - Killing life in the womb Apostles Creed - A statement of Catholic belief Altar - The place (table) where the priest celebrates the Eucharist Beatitudes - The beatitudes are eight statements taught by Jesus. They are concerned with virtue and how a believer in Jesus Christ can achieve that virtue. Bible - The Holy Word of God Body of Christ - The Eucharist Catholic Moral Teaching - The Ten Commandments and Jesus' life are the foundations for Catholic moral teaching Celibacy - Purity Community - More than one person Conscience - Knowing the difference between right and wrong Conserving - Using something wisely Contrition - Sorrow Covenant - An agreement Crucifix - The cross and symbol of the death of Jesus Dignity - Pride - How you feel about yourself Domestic Church - Home Church Eucharist - The Mass where water and wine is changed into the body and blood of Jesus Fasting - To go without food for a period of time Gospel - Is an account, often written, that describes the life of Jesus of Nazareth. Historical books - Books that record things during a certain time period Holy Spirit - The third person of the Blessed Trinity (The Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit) Law- Rules to follow Lectionary - The book carried into the church to be used for doing the readings and Gospel during Mass Letters in the Bible - Many of the New Testament books were originally written as letters rather than as Scripture. 90

91 Major Prophets - Isaiah, Jeremiah, Lamentations, Baruch, Ezekiel and Daniel. The term "major" refers to their length, not their importance Minor Prophets - (The Twelve") is a book of the Hebrew Bible, so named because it contains twelve shorter prophetic works of: Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, Zechariah, Malachi Pascal Candle - The Paschal candle is a large, white candle used at liturgy. The flame of the Paschal candle symbolizes Christ as light of the world and his presence in the midst of his people. It is lit and blessed at Easter Vigil each year Pentateuch - The first five books of the Bible attributed to Moses Petition - A request for something Prophets- Someone who interprets Divine Will Psalms - Taken together, its 150 poems "express virtually the full range of Israel's religious faith." Pulpit or Lectern or Ambo- The stand on the altar where the priest and readers use to read (Gospel) at Mass Recycling - Reusing something again Responsibility - Something I am expected to do Revelations - The final book in the New Testament Right - A person s protection under the law Sacramentary - The book used by the priest on the altar at Mass Sacraments - An outward sign instituted by Christ to give grace. There are seven Sacraments Sanctuary - The part of the church that is elevated and from where the priest says Mass Salvation- Freedom from sin Scripture- The Bible - God s Holy Word Sexuality - Male or Female Sins - A turning away from God Spiritual - To be prayerful Spiritual and Corporal Works of Mercy - The spiritual works of mercy are oriented toward the soul. The corporal works of mercy are oriented toward the body. Social Justice - Doing what is right for all people Stewardship - Using your gift or talent to serve others Tabernacle - The place on the altar where Jesus (in the form of consecrated hosts) are kept Testament- Either of two portions (such as the New and Old Testament) Universal Catholic Church - The churches all over the world Virtue - Holiness Writings- Words that are written down 91

92 SEE ADDENDUM: CC. Copy of Lesson Plan (Provided by your DRE/Parish) DD. Multiple Intelligences (Included in this document)) EE. Grade-level glossary (Included in this document) FF. Diocesan Abuse Report (Available on Diocese of Venice, Florida web page) GG. Catechist Job Description (Provided by your DRE/Parish) HH. Catechist Evaluation (Available on the Diocese of Venice, Florida web page and available from your DRE) II. Catechist Certificate (Information is available on the Diocese of Venice, Florida web page and from your DRE/Parish) CATECHIST CERTIFICATE Catechist certificate will be given upon completion of the three year Into the Fields training program. According to our bishops, adult faith formation (by which people consciously grow in the life of Christ through experience, reflection, prayer, and study,) must be the central task in (this) catechetical enterprise, becoming the axis around which revolves the catechesis of Childhood and adolescence as well as that of old age. The Diocese of Venice, Florida requires that all catechists complete a three year certificate training in Into the Fields. See your Director of Religious Education for more information. 92

93 DIOCESE OF VENICE, FLORIDA PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND CURRICULUM CREATED: AUGUST 2011 GRADE FIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT Class Prayer Table: A small table/area should be set up in the room appropriate for 10 year olds. On this table is recommended: a Catholic Bible, battery operated candle, table cloth/covering changed following liturgical calendar, a holy water bowl, for a few suggestions to start. Additionally, the following should be added following class topics/liturgy/liturgical seasons - Something to represent Holy Orders, statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary, pictures/books on the saints or Biblical characters (Moses etc.). ALWAYS: Open and end class with the Sign of the Cross. SAFE ENVIRONMENT (Emotional, Physical and Spiritual) - Always check your room to make sure there is no hazard or potentially dangerous object(s) that can cause or be used to harm another. Please follow Diocesan Policy with required form (see Addendum A with this packet) to report any/all abuse disclosed/reported to you. Go to the Diocese of Venice, Florida website for more information. TEACHER MATERIALS: Books purchased by the parish for Faith Formation/Religion classes, Catholic Bible, Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC), General Directory for Catechesis (GDC) and National Directory for Catechesis (NDC), Catechesis Tradendae (Catechesis in Our Time) by Pope John Paul II. REMEMBER: YOU (the teacher) are most important to your children! TEXT(S): Teacher should use materials purchased by the parish and follow as outlined by the company with the corresponding suggested class activities.. 93

94 TEACHER: AWARENESS AND READINESS WHAT TO EXPECT: AM I READY FOR MY CLASS? CHARACTERISICS OF A CHILD IN GRADE The developmental journeys for the 5th Grade child are divided into three areas: 4. Physical Development 5. Social Development 6. Intellectual Development. Physical Development: Girls are generally ahead of boys in physical maturity; onset of puberty for some girls Increase in body strength and hand dexterity Large muscle development is advanced Handwriting may be sloppier than the previous year Have improved coordination and reaction time Desperately need outdoor time and physical challenges Complaints like stomach aches, headaches, leg pain, etc. usually less than previous year Snacks and rest periods helpful for growing bodies 94

95 Appetite fluctuates but is generally good Physical Development Continued Increased need for personal hygiene Often uncomfortable with questions and observations about how much they have grown and physical changes Tiredness, need for more sleep Curious about the opposite sex, girls are usually interested first Wide differences among individuals in rate of development Social and Emotional Development: Fairness issues peak and can be solved Like clubs, activities; sports Humor is broad, labored, and usually not funny to adults May discuss contemporaries in terms of capabilities Usually direct, matter of fact, clear-cut Generally easygoing, content, friendly and balanced Usually less anxious, exacting and demanding than previous year Talkative; likes to tell stories about something they have seen, heard or read about; can talk something into the ground May belittle or defy adult authority, but are closer to their families then at many levels Enjoy both family and peers Developing more mature sense of right and wrong, good at solving social issues Often interested in caring for animals, boys and girls may be interested in horses, but girls especially are interested Shrug off responsibility, can usually toss off criticisms and bad grades Likes and dislikes are described in very specific terms Note passing, sometimes about the opposite sex Less overt affection and attention shown to parents, with occasional rudeness; tests limits Impulsive, unaware Focus on self, alternating between high expectations and poor self-concept Have a tendency to return to childish behavior, particularly when stressed Experience extreme emotions Inclusion/exclusion; height of cliques, seeks to belong Experiments with behavior, roles, appearance and self image 95

96 Intellectual Development: Can be voracious readers Expressive, talkative, like to explain Cooperative, competitive and inquisitive Classification and collections of interest; like to organize Able to concentrate, read for extended periods Good problem solvers Interest span is short Have a stricter ethical sense than most other ages Very concerned about fairness Generally love to memorize, but don t generalize or correlate facts, or care what to do with the knowledge Often enjoy place geography - names of states, capitals but vague about actual geographic characteristics Not able to plan own work, need schedules Better able to see the perspectives of others Most interested in concrete learning experiences and learning of specifics Likes to talk and listen more than work Mostly interested in the present, limited thoughts of the future May experiment with dangerous risk-taking behaviors Learns best when activities are active, hands-on, and related to personal experiences Concerned with rules, standards of behavior and fairness, especially for themselves 96

97 MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCES: (WHAT WILL I USE?) SEE ADDENDUM B FOR CHART VISUAL/SPATIAL (PICTURE SMART) Learns through drawing, reading stories with pictures, arts and crafts. I use BODILY-KINESTHETIC (BODY SMART) Learns through movement, dancing, acting, reading body language. I use MUSICAL (MUSIC SMART) Learns though music, by listening or singing and rhythms. I use INTERPERSONAL (PEOPLE SMART) Learns through interaction with others, group activities, cooperating, peacemaker. I use INTRAPERSONAL (SELF-SMART) Learns through introspection, works well alone, must have personal space. I use NATURALISTIC (NATURE SMART) Learns through nature, loves nature walks, good at making distinctions. I use VERBAL/LINGUISTIC (WORD SMART) Learns through words, reading, word games, expressing an idea, great vocabulary. I use LOGICAL/MATHEMATICAL (NUMBER SMART) Learns by thinking, problem solving, explanation of things, asks questions. I use EXISTENTIAL (GOD SMART) Has an inner peace, instinctively knows right from wrong, understands God and life and death. I use *** A SUCCESSFUL CATECHIST WILL TRY TO INCLUDE ACTIVITIES THAT APPEAL TO ALL (OR MOST) OF THESE INTELLIGENCES IN ORDER TO ACHIEVE THE GOALS SET OUT FOR EACH SESSION. 97

98 GRADE LEVEL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: GRADE FIVE Within our fifth grade religion curriculum, students will: Standard 1 Sacred Scripture Read and understanding Sacred Scripture as God s Word speaking to them. Discuss the meaning of God s message in selected Sunday liturgical readings. Identify the following people and describe how God worked through them to teach His people how to live: Moses, Miriam, Aaron, Joshua, Deborah, Samson, Samuel, Saul, David and Solomon. Give examples of modern day prophets. Share ways they might serve as prophets in today s world. Standard 2 Doctrine Know and understand the basic teachings of the Church and how they apply to their lives. Define the term Messiah. Discuss that Christians believe Jesus is the Son of God and the Messiah. Distinguish between Christian and non Christian. Explain that the purpose of a Christian life is to know, love and serve God and to live forever with Him in Heaven. Describe how the community of the Church (our families, friends, priests, religious, laity, Bishop, Pope) is a gift which expresses God s love and care for us. Define the term revelation as used by the Catholic Church. 98

99 Standard 3 Sacraments Know and appreciate the centrality of the Eucharist and importance of the Sacraments in the life of Catholics. Review and discuss the different parts of the Mass. Examine Holy Orders as a Sacrament of service (vocation). List and explain the seasons of the liturgical year (Advent, Christmas, Lent, Holy Triduum, Easter, Pentecost and Ordinary Time) Standard 4 Community Understand and appreciate the role of the faith community the Catholic Church into which they have been baptized and through which they grow in faith to mature discipleship and will know what it means to have membership in the local, universal Catholic Church. Discuss the consequences of sin in their lives and in the life of their community. Share stories that demonstrate how to live their faith at home, work, school, and when socializing. Identify ways that they experience belonging to the Body of Christ. Recite and discuss the meaning of the last seven Commandments. 99

100 Standard 5 Service Engage in service to and exercise responsible stewardship for the various communities to which they belong: family, school, parish, civic, national and global. Describe Gospel passages that show Jesus as a person of service. Develop personal strategies for providing service to their family and their neighbors. Participate in a group service project and discuss its purpose. Define the term stewardship. Discuss the ways in which service can be a career and/or a lifestyle. Standard 6 Prayer Experience and appreciate a variety of prayer forms in addition to the prayer of the Sacraments. Practice meditative prayer. Participate in praying the Litany of the Saints. Describe what prayer means to them and why they pray. Identify places where Jesus prayed and places where they pray. Discuss difficulties and temptations in prayer and strategies to overcome them. Learn and pray the Nicene Creed, Confiteor. Experience O Antiphons, novenas and retreats. 100

101 Standard 7 Spirituality Know how to develop a personal relationship with God. Identify various saints and describe what they most admire about those saints. Explore how Sacramentals (holy objects such as holy water, palms, candles, ashes, rosary, medals, scapulars, crucifixes, images, statues) focus their attention and help develop their spiritual life. Practicing participating in liturgical celebrations and use appropriate gestures, postures and responses. Standard 8 Morality Understand and appreciate that all humans are created in the image and likeness of God. Identify and discuss Catholic moral teaching concerning contraception and using contraceptives, homosexuality, and sexual abstinence before marriage, divorce, adultery, AIDS(Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome), divorce/annulment and cloning. Discuss sexuality transmitted diseases, manner of transmissions and effects of the disease. Be able to name and explain sexually transmitted diseases. Recognize that the media uses images to manipulate thinking and spending. 101

102 Standard 9 Social Justice Respond with compassionate action to occurrences of social injustice. Identify and discuss passages from the Bible which demonstrated the love of neighbor in action. Define what it means to serve, then explore ways to actively serve in families and community. Understand the role of the Christian family in witnessing to social action regarding the poor and disadvantaged. Recognize how productive work contributes to a person s well being and self-image. Recognize how unemployment negatively affects the quality and dignity of life. Recognize that all people have the right to form unions. Recognize the importance of reconciliation as an instrument of personal and communal healing and unity. Recognize that the less fortunate suffer as a result of unjust environmental policies at the local, state and federal level. 102

103 CATECHESIS: Celebrate Life and Love: the Sacraments I. Celebrate God Who First Loved Us 1. The Wonder of God s Love a. God so loved us that He created the world and us in it to share His Life and Love. (CREATION) b. God the Father so loved us that he sent His Son, Jesus, to be a human like us. (INCARNATION) c. Jesus, Son of God, came to earth to save us. He is our Redeemer who came in love to forgive our sins. Jesus invites us to accept the Father s love and then to live that love in imitation of Him. (SALVATION) d. Jesus suffered and died for us and rose again to new life on that first Easter morning. (PASCHAL MYSTERY) 2. Our response to God s love a. We respond to God s love as individuals through faith and as community, through liturgy, the worship of love that unites us. II. Celebrate Jesus 1. Jesus if the First Sacrament of God s love and presence. III. Celebrate Church 1. The Church is the sign and Sacrament of Christ s Love and Presence. IV. Celebrate God s Life and Love: The Seven Sacraments -- Signs of God s Life and Love (CCC , 1189) 1. A Sacrament is an outward sign instituted by Christ to give grace. 2. A sign says something. (Example: Stop, School Zone, etc.) 3. A symbol is something concrete that represents something else. (Example: red heart = love; U.S. flag = freedom) V. Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism/Confirmation/Eucharist (CCC 1212, 1275) 1. Sacrament of Baptism a. Through Baptism we are freed from sin and become members of the Body of Christ, sharing in the Church s mission. (CCC 1213) b. Baptism is birth into new life in Chris. It is necessary for salvation. (CCC 1277) c. The essential rite of Baptism is immersing the candidate in water or pouring water on the head while saying, I baptize you in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. (CCC 1278) 2. Sacrament of Confirmation (CCC 1285) a. Confirmation is the sacrament which gives the Holy Spirit in order to root us more deeply in Jesus. It strengthens our bond with the Church and helps us bear witness to the Christian faith in words and deeds, message and service. (CCC 1303, 1316) 103

104 3. Sacrament of the Eucharist (CCC 1322, 1419) a. The Eucharist is the heart and summit of the Church s life. (CCC 1407) b. Eucharist is the memorial of Chris s Passover the work of salvation accomplished by the life, death and resurrection of Christ. (CCC 1409) c. Real presence: In the Eucharist, Jesus is present in the Community, in the priest, in the Word and in the sacred species of bread and wine. (CCC 1088) d. How Jesus is present in the consecrated bread and wine is a mystery e. Essential signs are: 1) wheat bread and grape wine; 2) the words of consecration spoken by Jesus at the Last Supper, this is My Body, (CCC 1412) f. We use the term transubstantiation to express that at the Consecration of the Mass, the real substance of bread and wine changes into the reality of the Body and Blood of Jesus. (CCC 1413) 4. The Liturgical Celebration of the Eucharist (CCC 1345, 1405, 1407) a. Sunday is the day we celebrate our Lord s victory over sin and death. On this day we gather to recall our Christian identity as Easter People. (CCC 1343) b. We need the Lord Himself to make us like Him. We also need the help, encouragement and love of others. As one family, we celebrate the Lord s Supper in the Liturgy of Sundays and Feast Days. (CCC 1368, 1389) c. The liturgical celebration has two great parts that form one unity: Liturgy of the Word and Liturgy of the Eucharist. (CCC 1346) VI. The Sacraments of Healing (CCC 1422) 1 Penance and Reconciliation a. We use many terms to describe the Sacrament of Christ s loving forgiveness. Three are: Confession, Penance, and Reconciliation. (CCC 1423) b. The sacrament begins the reconciliation ( coming back together ) of the relationships we have harmed by our sin. c. The penitent s acts are sorrow or contrition, confessing sins to the priest, and the intention to make reparation and improve behavior. (CCC 1491) d. the priest s role is to forgive sins, give absolution, give act of satisfaction (penance). (CCC 1494, 1495) 2. The Anointing of the sick (CCC 1499, ) a. The Sacrament of Anointing of the sick is not only for the dying but also for those suffering from serious illness, for the elderly and for those facing major surgery. b. Two important actions of this Sacrament by the priest are the laying on of hands and anointing with blessed oil. (CCC 1531) VII. The Sacraments of Service and Commitment (CCC 1534) 1. Sacrament of Holy Orders a. Holy Orders is the sacrament through which the mission entrusted by Christ to His apostles continues to be exercised in the Church until the end of time. (CCC 1536) 104

105 b. This ecclesiastical ministry is exercised in different degrees: bishops, priests and deacons. (CCC 1554) c. The essential rite of the sacrament of Holy Orders for all three degrees consists in the bishop s imposition of hands on the head of those to be ordained and in the bishop s specific consecratory prayer. (CCC 1573) d. Through baptism, all the faithful share in the priesthood of Christ. This is called common priesthood of the faithful. (CCC 1591) e. The ministerial priesthood differs in essence from the common priesthood of the faithful because if confers a sacred power for the service of the people. (CCC 1592) 2. Sacrament of Matrimony (CCC 1601, 1666) a. The marriage covenant by which a man and a woman unite in life and love was raised to the dignity of a sacrament by Jesus Christ the Lord. (CCC 1660, 1661) b. Unity, permanency and openness to children are essential to marriage. (CCC 1664) c. It is fitting that the celebration of marriage take place publicly before the priest or a witness authorized by the Church and the witnesses selected by the couple. (CCC 1663) d. The domestic church is the place where children should receive the first proclamation of the faith. (CCC 1666) VIII. Sacramentals 1. Sacramentals are sacred signs instituted by the Church signs of God s love (CCC 1677) Bible Rosary Ashes Medal Statues Candle Holy Water Palm Sign of the Cross Blessings IX. The Liturgical Year (CCC ) 1. The Church in the course of the liturgical year unfolds the whole mystery of Christ. 2. The Liturgical year is celebrated in seasons as follows: Advent Christmas Season Ordinary Time Lent 105

106 Easter Season. Mary, Mother of God 1. The Virgin Mary is the supreme model of faith in God the Father Almighty for she believed that nothing is impossible with God. (CCC 273; Luke 1:37) 2. The all-holy Mary is recognized as the model and example of holiness in the Church. (CCC 2030) 3. The Virgin Mary is acknowledged and honored as being truly the Mother of God and of the Redeemer. (CCC 501, 963) XI. Saints 1. The Church honors some great and good people as Saints. Their holy lives and example can help us be better Christians. We learn about the Saints who are models of how we can live in the Spirit of Christ. (CCC 2030) 2. We honor these Christian men and women by taking their names, naming churches after them, placing their statues and pictures in churches and homes, celebrating their feasts and remembering them in the Mass. XII. Prayer 1. Prayer is talking to and listening to God. There are various ways of praying. (CCC 2590, 2644, 2721) 2. Jesus had a very special relationship with God. He called God Abba which means Daddy. 3. He taught his followers the prayer which we know as the Our Father. (Matthew 6:9-13) Our Father (Lord's Prayer) Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen Excerpt from the Catechism of the Catholic Church 106

107 GRADE LESSON PLAN OUTCOMES: SEE ADDENDUM D Did my students GET the lesson? END OF THE YEAR OUTCOMES: Grade FIVE: (by the end of the yearly class/program) EACH CHILD WILL: Know the glossary of terms from the Standards PLUS all new terms introduced from class books/materials for the grade level. Standard 1- Sacred Scripture: 1. Read and find Sunday liturgical readings 2. Tell a bible story and know specific biblical characters/saints 3. Know who are prophets and explain their role in the Catholic Church Standard 2 - Doctrine: 1. Know the different names of Jesus 2. Explain the difference between Christian and Non-Christian 3. Explain life in the community of the Catholic Church 4. Know what is revelation as used by the Catholic Church 107

108 Standard 3 - Sacraments: 1. Know and identify the different parts of the Mass 2. Explain how Holy Orders is a vocation and Sacrament of Service 3. Describe the different seasons of the liturgical year Standard 4 - Community: 1. Know and recite the last seven Commandments 2. Explain how we belong to the Body of Christ 3. Share faith stories Standard 5 - Service: 1. Complete a service project 2. Tell a bible story of how Jesus was a person of service 3. Describe and name some service careers Standard 6 - Prayer: 1. Know what is meditative prayer 2. Pray the Litany of the Saints 3. Name places in the Bible where Jesus went to pray 4. Recite the Nicene Creed and Confiteor 5. Participate in O Antiphons, novenas and retreats Standard 7 - Spirituality: 1. Name some saints and what made them saints 2. Know and describe specific Sacramentals 3. Participate in various liturgical celebrations and demonstrate appropriate gestures Standards 8 - Morality: 1. Know the Church s moral teachings 2. Share how the media uses images against Catholic morality issues 3. Understand potential health issues related to morality Standards 9 - Social Justice: 1. Identify who are the poor and how they can be helped 2. Tell a Bible story where love for neighbor was shown 3. Know the importance of work/job to be productive 108

109 PREPARING FOR GRADE LEVEL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS VOCABULARY/GLOSSARY OF TERMS TO BE USED ADDENDUM C Taken from Diocesan Standards for Grade Five (More words should be added/introduced from accompanying book(s) used) (Defined in Grade Five language for students to understand) Abba - Another word for Father Abortion - Killing life of an unborn child Abraham - Father of all in the Old Testament Absolution - The giving of forgiveness after confession (Sacrament of Reconciliation) Abstain - Give up or not do something Adore - Worship Adultery - A sin against a neighbor s wife or husband Advocate - To speak or act on the behalf of another Alleluia - Praise Amen - The end Angel - A holy spirit from Heaven Angelus - A time set aside to commemorate the Annunciation and Incarnation by prayer Annunciation - An angel appeared to Mary to tell her she was to have a son names Jesus Anoint - Bless Anointing of the Sick - Blessings of an individual at the time of death Apostle - Follower of Jesus Apostles Creed - I believe prayer Ark of the Covenant - Chest containing the Ten Commandments Ascension - The time when Jesus went to heaven Assumption - Mary being taken in her body to heaven Baptism - A blessing with water In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit Beatitudes - Eight Blessed Be statements delivered by Jesus at the sermon on the mountain Benediction - Blessing Bible - God s Holy Word Bishop - A leader in the Catholic Church responsible for a Diocese Blasphemy - Lie 109

110 Blessed Sacrament - The consecrated host Blessing - Given by a priest for sacramental grace Body and Blood of Christ - The Eucharist Catechumen - A non Catholic preparing for the sacraments of Baptism, First Communion and Confirmation Catholic - A Religion Charity - Love Chastity - Modesty Chrism - Oil Christ - Another name for Jesus Christian - A believer of Jesus Christ Christmas -A season of Jesus birth Church - A place of worship Clergy - A person serving the Church by vocation Commandment - A rule given to us by Jesus to obey Communion of Saints - All those who are in heaven Confession - Sorrow for our sin Confirmation - A sacrament in which the Holy Spirit is given to those who are baptized Conscience -Knowing the difference between right and wrong Consecration - Holy Contrition - Sorrow Corporal Works of Mercy -To feed the hungry, To give drink to the thirsty, To clothe the naked, To visit and ransom the captive, (prisoners), To shelter the homeless, To visit the sick, To bury the dead Covenant - Agreement Covet - Use or take Creation - Make something where there was nothing Creator - God is our Creator Creed - What you believe Deacon - An ordained minister of the church Devil - A fallen angel Diocese - The community where my church is part of Disciple - A follower of Jesus Divine Providence - God s activity in the world Easter - A liturgical time in the church Emmanuel -Another name for Jesus Epistle - A book in letter form Eucharist - The Mass Eucharistic Liturgy - Celebration of the Mass Examen - A time of personal, prayerful reflection Examination of Conscience - Reflection of one s sins Exile - To leave or be sent away 110

111 Exodus - Leaving a place Faith - Belief Fasting -Cutting down or eliminating food for religious reasons Free Will -a person s choice Gospel - The Word of God Great Commandment -Love God and Love each other as He loves us Heaven - A place where we will always be with God Hell - A place of total separation from God Holy Days of Obligation - Days of religious obligation to go to Mass Holy Family-Jesus, Mary and Joseph Holy Orders - A sacrament when a man is ordained as a priest Holy Spirit - The third person of the Blessed Trinity Homily - A reflection given by a priest or deacon at Mass Hope - The promise of a future Idolatry - False idols Incarnation - God became man Intercession - Like an advocate acting in someone s behalf Jews - Jesus was a Jew and the Jews are God s favored people Joseph - The father of Joseph Justice - Everything is equal Laity - Non-religious people in the church Law - Rules to follow Lectionary - Catholic book of readings at Mass Liturgical year - The Catholic Church calendar Liturgy of the Eucharist - The Mass Lord s Day - The day we worship Jesus at Mass in church Martyrs - Saints who died for their faith Mary - Mother of Jesus Matrimony - Sacrament of marriage between a man and a woman Messiah - Jesus Miracles - Jesus performed these to heal and raise people from the dead Mission - Purpose in life Missionary - One who goes out into the world to preach to people Mortal Sin - A very serious offense against God Mystery - Something that can never be explained Natural Law - Man s laws in the world New Testament - The second part of the Bible Old Testament - The first part of the Bible Ordinary Time - The calendar time of the church between Epiphany and Pentecost Ordination - A sacrament when a man becomes a priest or deacon Original Sin -Sin we were all born with Parable - A Gospel story 111

112 Pascal Mystery - The suffering (passion), death and resurrection of Jesus Passover - A Jewish festival marking the time the Jews left Egypt Penance - Making up for what we did wrong Pentecost - The time that marks the birth of the Church by the Holy Spirit Perjury - Lie Pope -The leader of the Catholic Church who lives in Rome, Italy Prayer - Talking to God Prayer of Petition - Requests Precepts of the Church - The teaching and laws of the church Priest - A man ordained to serve God Psalm - A type of prayers found in the Bible Purgatory- A place of temporary separation from God Reconciliation - Forgiveness Redeemer - Jesus, our Savior Religious Life - A vocation a person is called to Resurrection - Jesus rose from the dead (Easter) Rite of Christian Initiation (RCI) - Non-Catholics learning about the church to become Catholic Rosary - A beaded prayer Mary asked us to pray to honor her Sabbath - The Lord s Day when we go to church and Mass Sacrament - A sacred rite. There are seven Sacrament of Healing -Reconciliation (Confession) Sacrament of Initiation - Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation Sacrifice -Giving up something Saint - A person who lived a holy life and is now in heaven Satan - The Devil, a fallen angel Savior - Jesus, who died for our sins Scriptures - The Bible, the Word of God Sin -Choosing wrong and turning away from God Social Justice - Fairness for all people Son of God - Jesus, the second person of the Blessed Trinity Soul - The spiritual part of the body that cannot be seen to anyone but God Spiritual Works of Mercy - Instruct the uninformed, Counsel the doubtful; Admonish sinners; Bear wrongs patiently; Forgive offenses willingly; Comfort the afflicted; Pray for the living, sick and the dead. Suicide - Ending one s life Synagogue - A Jewish place of worship Tabernacle - The place on the altar where Jesus is kept Temple - A holy place or person (We are temples of the Holy Spirit) Temptation - Anything that influences us to make bad choices Ten Commandments - Rules God gave us to live by Torah - The first five books of the Hebrew Scriptures 112

113 Tradition - Ways we do things that is passed down over time to people Transubstantiation - During the celebration of the Eucharist when the host becomes the Body of Christ and the wine becomes the Blood of Christ Trinity - Three persons in one God (Father, Son and Holy Spirit) Venial Sin - a small offense against God Vatican - Home of the Pope who lives in Rome, Italy Virtue - A practice of doing well Vocation - A calling fro God to a way of life (Single, Married, Religious) Vow - A promise made Witness - Your way of standing up for what you believe Worship - Another word for prayer Yahweh - Another name for Jesus 113

114 SEE ADDENDUM: JJ. Copy of Lesson Plan (Provided by your DRE/Parish) KK. Multiple Intelligences (Included in this document)) LL. Grade-level glossary (Included in this document) MM. Diocesan Abuse Report (Available on Diocese of Venice, Florida web page) NN. Catechist Job Description (Provided by your DRE/Parish) OO. Catechist Evaluation (Available on the Diocese of Venice, Florida web page and available from your DRE) PP. Catechist Certificate (Information is available on the Diocese of Venice, Florida web page and from your DRE/Parish) CATECHIST CERTIFICATE Catechist certificate will be given upon completion of the three year Into the Fields training program. According to our bishops, adult faith formation (by which people consciously grow in the life of Christ through experience, reflection, prayer, and study,) must be the central task in (this) catechetical enterprise, becoming the axis around which revolves the catechesis of Childhood and adolescence as well as that of old age. The Diocese of Venice, Florida requires that all catechists complete a three year certificate training in Into the Fields. See your Director of Religious Education for more information. 114

115 DIOCESE OF VENICE, FLORIDA PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND CURRICULUM CREATED: AUGUST 2011 GRADE SIX LEARNING ENVIRONMENT Class Prayer Table: A small table/area should be set up for 11 year olds. On this table is recommended: a Youth Catholic Bible, battery operated candle, table cloth/covering changed following liturgical calendar and a Crucifix for a few suggestions to start. Additionally, the following should be added following class topics/liturgy/liturgical seasons -Something to represent Baptism and Confirmation, statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary, pictures/books on the saints, objects that represent social justice, Holy Spirit and Biblical characters/prophets. ALWAYS: Open and end class with the Sign of the Cross. SAFE ENVIRONMENT (Emotional, Physical and Spiritual) - Always check your room to make sure there is no hazard or potentially dangerous object(s) that can cause or be used to harm to another. Please follow Diocesan Policy with required form (see Addendum A with this packet) to report any/all abuse disclosed/reported to you. Go to the Diocese of Venice, Florida website for more information. TEACHER MATERIALS: Books purchased by the parish for Faith Formation/Religion classes, Catholic Bible, Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC), General Directory for Catechesis (GDC) and National Directory for Catechesis (NDC), Catechesis Tradendae (Catechesis in Our Time) by Pope John Paul II. REMEMBER: YOU (the teacher) are most important to your children! TEXT(S): Teacher should use materials purchased by the parish and follow as outlined by the company with the corresponding suggested class activities.. 115

116 TEACHER: AWARENESS AND READINESS WHAT TO EXPECT: AM I READY FOR MY CLASS? CHARACTERISICS OF A CHILD IN GRADE The developmental journey for the 6th Grade child is divided into three areas: 7. Physical Development 8. Social Development 9. Intellectual Development Physical Development: Some girls and a few boys suddenly show rapid growth and evidence of the approach of adolescence. Shows fatigue more easily. On the average, girls may be taller and heavier than boys. Uneven growth of different parts of the body. Willing to work hard at acquiring physical skills, and emphasis is on excellence of performance of physical feats. Boys are more active and rough in games than girls. Eye-hand coordination is well developed. Bodily growth is more rapid than heart growth, and lungs are not fully developed. 116

117 Social and Emotional Development: Does a number of socially acceptable things, not because they are right or wrong. Although obsessed by standards of peers, he is anxious for social approval of adults. Need for social companionship of children their own age. Girls are more likely to be self-conscious in the presence of boys and are usually much more mature than boys. Team spirit is very strong. Often engages in silly behavior, such as giggling and clowning. Girls are more interested in social appearance than boys. Emotional: If unskilled in group games and game skills, he/she may tend to withdraw. Boys may be concerned if they feel they are undeveloped. Moods change quickly. Increase in self-direction and in a serious attitude toward work. Need for approval to feel secure. Beginning to have a fully developed idea of own importance. Intellectual Development: Intellectual: 1. Increasing power of attention. 2. Interested in scientific experiments and procedures. 3. Can carry on any individual intellectual responsibilities. 4. Able to discuss problems and to see different sides of questions. 5. May lack maturity of judgment. 6. Attention span is increasing, and concentration may be given to a task for a longer period of time. 7. Growing in ability to use several facts to make a decision. 117

118 MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCES: (WHAT WILL I USE?) SEE ADDENDUM B FOR CHART VISUAL/SPATIAL (PICTURE SMART) Learns through drawing, reading stories with pictures, arts and crafts. I use BODILY-KINESTHETIC (BODY SMART) Learns through movement, dancing, acting, reading body language. I use MUSICAL (MUSIC SMART) Learns though music, by listening or singing and rhythms. I use INTERPERSONAL (PEOPLE SMART) Learns through interaction with others, group activities, cooperating, peacemaker. I use INTRAPERSONAL (SELF-SMART) Learns through introspection, works well alone, must have personal space. I use NATURALISTIC (NATURE SMART) Learns through nature, loves nature walks, good at making distinctions. I use VERBAL/LINGUISTIC (WORD SMART) Learns through words, reading, word games, expressing an idea, great vocabulary. I use LOGICAL/MATHEMATICAL (NUMBER SMART) Learns by thinking, problem solving, explanation of things, asks questions. I use EXISTENTIAL (GOD SMART) Has an inner peace, instinctively knows right from wrong, understands God and life and death. I use ***A SUCCESSFUL CATECHIST WILL TRY TO INCLUDE ACTIVITIES THAT APPEAL TO ALL (OR MOST) OF THESE INTELLIGENCES IN ORDER TO ACHIEVE THE GOALS SET OUT FOR EACH SESSION. 118

119 GRADE LEVEL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: GRADE SIX Within our sixth grade religion curriculum, students will: Standard 1 Sacred Scripture Read and understanding Sacred Scripture as God s Word speaking to them. Locate passages in the Bible according to books, chapters and verses. Read and discuss selections from Scripture which are examples of various literacy forms: history, poetry, lists, prayers, letters and parables. Identify the names and general purpose of the historical books of the Hebrew Scriptures (the Old Testament) Joshua, Judges, Samuel and Kings. Identify the names and general purpose of the prophets in the Hebrew Scriptures. Describe how God uses the prophets to speak to both the Hebrews of old and of us today. Discuss how selected Sunday readings apply to their life. Identify and describe the message of the following prophets: Amos, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Micah and Elijah. Recognize the first five books of the Bible as describing the law governing the daily lives of the Hebrews. Recognize that the terms: the Law, the Torah, and the Pentateuch all refer to the first five books of the Bible. Discuss how God speaks to us through the stories, historical accounts and laws found in the Pentateuch. 119

120 Standard 2 - Doctrine Know and understand the basic teaching of the Church and how they apply to their lives. Explain that the word creed means a pledge of belief. Discuss what to believe means. Explain that faith is our lifetime response to God who reveals himself to us. Recite the Apostles Creed (See CCC pages for comparison of the Apostles and Nicene Creeds) Identify that the Hebrew Scriptures (the Old Testament) are honored as the Holy Word of God by both Jews and Christians. Standard 3 Sacraments Know and appreciate the centrality of the Eucharist and importance of the Sacraments in the life of Catholics. Define and discuss the meaning of the Sacrament of Confirmation. Explore the connections between the Sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation (theology, ritual, and outward signs.) Discuss the ritual and explain the meaning of the consecration of the bread and wine (gestures, prayers and theology.) Describe ways to prepare for the celebration of the Mass (reflect on readings prior to Mass, abide by rules for fasting, reflect on the life, death and Resurrection of Jesus.) 120

121 Standard 4 Community Understand and appreciate the role of the faith community the Catholic Church into which they have been baptized and through which they grow in faith to mature discipleship and will know what it means to have membership in the local, universal Catholic Church. Discuss the consequences of sin in the larger global community. Give examples of the contributions of laity in the Church and community. Discuss the roles of ordained clergy and non-ordained religious in today s church. Give examples of the Church s contemporary missionary service in the United States and in other countries. Explain what the Catholic Church means by the need to form one s conscience. Select challenging moral issues and dramatize how Catholics ought to respond to them. Standard 5 - Service Engage in service to exercise responsible stewardship for the various communities to which they belong: family, school, parish, civic, national and global. Identify how the Spiritual and Corporal Works of Mercy are examples of putting their faith into action. Participate in a group service project in the community (poor, elderly, ill, disabled) and report on its effects. Compile a list of services they perform in their families. Discuss the various possibilities for service within the vocations of the single, married, religious and ordained. Report on the contributions of Christian artists or musicians to the Church and society. 121

122 Standard 6 Prayer Experience and appreciate a variety of prayer forms in addition to the prayer of the Sacraments. Explain the purpose of both private (personal) prayer and communal prayer Give examples of communal prayer. Describe the purpose of the Litany of the Saints. Prepare and assume different roles in a communal prayer experience. Discuss the role of faith in difficult times. Be familiar with the prayers to the Holy Spirit, Psalms, the Magnificat, and the Jesse Tree. Standard 7 Spiritual Know how to develop a personal relationship with God. Discuss Chastity as the virtue that provides a way for a person to honor their sexuality as a special gift from God. Regularly practice the examen of St. Ignatius (or other.) Participate in the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Service. Set aside uninterrupted time for prayer. 122

123 Standard 8 Morality Understand and appreciate that all humans are created in the image and likeness of God. Apply Catholic pro-life teachings to contemporary issues, pertinent laws, and current active legislation concerning human life. Acknowledge that love involves personal decisions characterized by commitment, self-sacrifice and perseverance. Realize that growth in human sexuality is a life-long process. Realize that the discernment of moral choices involves the formation of correct conscience by a process of using one s ability to reason. Understand that a morally good act has three components: the nature of the chosen act, the intention of the person doing the act and the circumstances of the act. Standard 9 Social Justice Respond with compassionate action to occurrences of social injustice. Identify specific forms of discrimination on the local and global levels. Discuss ways as we as modern day prophets can call others to stand up to social injustice. Identify and discuss the root causes of poverty. Identify the seven principles of Catholic social teaching. Appreciate that God speaks to us through our families and communities and how faith-sharing opens us up to witnessing to social justice. List examples of environmental injustice and plan activities for beautifying areas in the neighborhood. 123

124 CATECHESIS: Concepts 1. The bible is God s word. God s revelation to us in history. 2. It is divinely inspired. This means a. God really speaks to us in Scripture b. The message of Scripture is meaningful for all people in all times c. The Bible does not err on any matter concerning our salvation d. God uses the talents of human authors to communicate God s word to a particular people in a particular time and place. 3. The Bible is comprised of a. The Old Testament contains 46 books divided into the Pentateuch (Torah), the Histories, the Prophets and the Wisdom Writings b. The New Testament contains 27 books divided into the Gospels, the Acts of the Apostles, the Epistles and Revelation. (CCC , 120) 4. In the bible there are a variety of literary forms. Paying attention to the literary form of a passage helps us discern its meaning. (CCC ) 5. The Bible answers basic questions about life. Who is God? Who are we? What is our place in the world? (CCC 131, 132) 6. These Old Testament people and topics should be explored: a. Both Creation stories the goodness of God, Creation and humans; equality of men and women; our partnership in God s Creation. (CCC 54, , , ; Genesis I and II) b. Fall from Grace the reality of sin and our motivation in sinning; free will, original sin (CCC 55, , ) c. Cain and Abel reality of sin and our motivation in sinning; God s care for the sinner. d. The Flood the destructiveness of sin and God s determination to save us (CCC 56-58) e. Abraham and Sarah God establishes a covenant of faithfulness with Abraham and Sarah (CCC 59, ) f. Isaac and Rebekah, Jacob, Leah and Rachel and Joseph God continues the covenant with Abraham and Sarah s descendants (CCC 60-61, 312, 2573) g. The Exodus God s saving love breaks into history to redeem God s people (CCC 62, , ) h. The Covenant at Sinai God gives the Law to Israel as a way to express their faithfulness to God (CCC ) i. The Judges (CCC 62-64) j. The First Kings Saul, David and Solomon (CCC ) k. The Babylonian Captivity/Psalms l. The Prophets prophets call Israel back to covenant faithfulness (CCC 61, 64, 218, ) 124

125 CATECHESIS CONTINUED: m. The Wisdom Writings the Jewish people father their God-given wisdom for all to share (CCC ) 7. Christians and Jews are kin in faith and worships. (CCC 63, ) 8. God is a God of justice, which means concern for the powerless and marginalized (CCC 64) 9. We are called to justice (CCC 1807) 10. We are called to be God s people; faith is never in isolation from others (CCC 59-60, 371) 11. Jesus fulfills God s promises made in the Old Testament (DV 7, 15-16; CCC ) 125

126 Did my students GET the lesson? LESSON PLAN OUTCOMES: SEE ADDENDUM D END OF THE YEAR OUTCOMES: Grade : (by the end of the yearly class/program) EACH CHILD WILL: Know the glossary of terms from the Standards PLUS all new terms introduced from class books/materials for the grade level. Standard 1- Sacred Scripture: 1. Read and find passages in the Bible 2. Identify different literary forms from the Bible and Church prayer 3. Name the first five books in the Bible 4. Explain the role of prophets in the Old Testament and today 5. Relate how God speaks through His Word in the Bible 6. Describe a Sunday reading and how it applies to our lives today Standard 2 - Doctrine: 1. Know how to define Creed 2. Recite the Apostles Creed 3. Explain the importance of the Hebrew Scriptures 4. Share a faith sharing experience Standard 3 - Sacraments: 1. Explain the meaning of the Sacrament of Confirmation 2. Explain the connection between Baptism and Confirmation 3. Describe different Church rituals 4. Explain ways to prepare for and participate in the celebration of the Holy Mass 126

127 Standard 4 - Community: 1. Explain what are some consequences of sin 2. Give examples of contributions to the laity make in the Church community 3. Share what missionaries do to service in the Church 4. Explain why we were given a conscience 5. Share some moral issues we face Standard 5 - Service: 1. Know what are Spiritual and Corporal Works of Mercy. Give examples 2. Share ways each vocation (single, married; religious) is called to get service to the Church 3. Complete a service project 4. Explain the role of Christian artists and musicians to the Church Standard 6 - Prayer: 1. Explain the difference between personal and communal prayer 2. Explain the purpose of praying the Litany of the Saints 3. Recite different types of prayer Standard 7 - Spirituality: 1. Define Chastity and explain why it is a virtue 2. Explain the practice of the Examen of St. Ignatius 3. Participate in the Sacrament of Reconciliation 4. Discuss how you have uninterrupted prayer time Standards 8 - Morality: 1. Explain the Church s teachings on pro-life 2. Share your understanding of discerning moral choices 3. Discuss the three components of a morally good act Standards 9 - Social Justice: 1. Explain discrimination on local and global levels 2. Share some modern day prophets and how they stand up to social injustice 3. Give your understanding of the causes of poverty 4. Name the seven principles of Catholic social teaching 5. Explain how we are called to witness to social justice 6. List examples of environmental injustice in the neighborhood 127

128 PREPARING FOR GRADE LEVEL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS VOCABULARY/GLOSSARY OF TERMS TO BE USED ADDENDUM C Taken from Diocesan Standards for Grade (More words should be added/introduced from accompanying book(s) used) (Defined in Grade Six language for students to understand) Abba - Another word for Father Abortion - Killing life of an unborn child Abraham - Father of all in the Old Testament Absolution - The giving of forgiveness after confession (Sacrament of Reconciliation) Abstain - Give up or not do something Adore - Worship Adultery - A sin against a neighbor s wife or husband Advocate - To speak or act on the behalf of another Alleluia - Praise Amen - The end Angel - A holy spirit from Heaven Angelus - A time set aside to commemorate the Annunciation and Incarnation by prayer Annunciation - An angel appeared to Mary to tell her she was to have a son names Jesus Anoint - Bless Anointing of the Sick - Blessings of an individual at the time of death Apostle - Follower of Jesus Apostles Creed - I believe prayer 128

129 Ark of the Covenant - Chest containing the Ten Commandments Ascension - The time when Jesus went to heaven Assumption - Mary being taken in her body to heaven Baptism - A blessing with water In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit Beatitudes - Eight Blessed Be statements delivered by Jesus at the sermon on the mountain Benedicton - Blessing Bible - God s Holy Word Bishop - A leader in the Catholic Church responsible for a Diocese Blasphemy - Lie Blessed Sacrament - The consecrated host Blessing - Given by a priest for sacramental grace Body and Blood of Christ - The Eucharist Catechumen - A non Catholic preparing for the sacraments of Baptism, First Communion and Confirmation Catholic - A Religion Charity - Love Chastity - Modesty Chrism - Oil Christ - Another name for Jesus Christian - A believer of Jesus Christ Christmas -A season of Jesus birth Church - A place of worship Clergy - A person serving the Church by vocation Commandment - A rule given to us by Jesus to obey Communion of Saints - All those who are in heaven Confession - Sorrow for our sin Confirmation - A sacrament in which the Holy Spirit is given to those who are baptized Conscience -Knowing the difference between right and wrong Consecration - Holy Contrition - Sorrow Corporal Works of Mercy -To feed the hungry, To give drink to the thirsty, To clothe the naked, To visit and ransom the captive, (prisoners), To shelter the homeless, To visit the sick, To bury the dead Covenant - Agreement Covet - Use or take Creation - Make something where there was nothing Creator - God is our Creator Creed - What you believe Deacon - An ordained minister of the church Devil - A fallen angel 129

130 Diocese - The community where my church is part of Disciple - A follower of Jesus Divine Providence - God s activity in the world Easter - A liturgical time in the church Emmanuel -Another name for Jesus Epistle - A book in letter form Eucharist - Jesus Eucharistic Liturgy - Celebration of the Mass Examen - A time of personal, prayerful reflection Examination of Conscience -Reflection of one s sins Exile - To leave Exodus - Leaving a place Faith - Belief Fasting -Cutting down or eliminating food for religious reasons Free Will -a person s choice Gospel - The Word of God Great Commandment -Love God and Love each other as He loves us Heaven - A place where we will always be with God Hell - A place of total separation from God Holy Days of Obligation - Days of religious obligation to go to Mass Holy Family-Jesus, Mary and Joseph Holy Orders - A sacrament when a man is ordained as a priest Holy Spirit - The third person of the Blessed Trinity Homily - A reflection given by a priest or deacon at Mass Hope - The promise of a future Idolatry - False idols Incarnation - God became man Intercession - Like an advocate acting in someone s behalf Jews - Jesus was a Jew and the Jews are God s favored people Joseph - The father of Joseph Justice - Everything is equal Laity - Non-religious people in the church Law - Rules to follow Lectionary - Catholic book of readings at Mass Liturgical year - The Catholic Church calendar Liturgy of the Eucharist - The Mass Lord s Day - The day we worship Jesus at Mass in church Martyrs - Saints who died for their faith Mary - Mother of Jesus Matrimony - Sacrament of marriage between a man and a woman Messiah - Jesus Miracles - Jesus performed these to heal and raise people from the dead Mission - Purpose in life 130

131 Missionary - One who goes out into the world to preach to people Mortal Sin - A very serious offense against God Mystery - Something that can never be explained Natural Law - Man s laws in the world New Testament - The second part of the Bible Old Testament - The first part of the Bible Ordinary Time - The calendar time of the church between Epiphany and Pentecost Ordination - A sacrament when a man becomes a priest or deacon Original Sin -Sin we were all born with Parable - A Gospel story Pascal Mystery - The suffering (passion), death and resurrection of Jesus Passover - A Jewish festival marking the time the Jews left Egypt Penance - Making up for what we did wrong Pentecost - The time that marks the birth of the Church by the Holy Spirit Perjury - Lie Pope -The leader of the Catholic Church who lives in Rome, Italy Prayer - Talking to God Prayer of Petition - Requests Precepts of the Church - The teaching and laws of the church Priest - A man ordained to serve God Psalm - A type of prayers found in the Bible Purgatory- A place of temporary separation from God Reconciliation - Forgiveness Redeemer - Jesus, our Savior Religious Life - A vocation a person is called to Resurrection - Jesus rose from the dead (Easter) Rite of Christian Initiation (RCI) - Non-Catholics learning about the church to become Catholic Rosary - A beaded prayer Mary asked us to pray to honor her Sabbath - The Lord s Day when we go to church and Mass Sacrament - A sacred rite. There are seven Sacrament of Healing -Reconciliation (Confession) Sacrament of Initiation - Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation Sacrifice -Giving up something Saint - A person who lived a holy life and is now in heaven Satan - The Devil, a fallen angel Savior - Jesus, who died for our sins Scriptures - The Bible, the Word of God Sin -Choosing wrong and turning away from God Social Justice - Fairness for all people Son of God - Jesus, the second person of the Blessed Trinity Soul - The spiritual part of the body that cannot be seen to anyone but God 131

132 Spiritual Works of Mercy - Instruct the uninformed, Counsel the doubtful; Admonish sinners;bear wrongs patiently;forgive offenses willingly;comfort the afflicted;pray for the living, sick and the dead. Suicide - Ending one s life Synagogue - A Jewish place of worship Tabernacle - The place on the altar where Jesus is kept Temple - A holy place or person (We are temples of the Holy Spirit) Temptation - Anything that influences us to make bad choices Ten Commandments - Rules God gave us to live by Torah - The first five books of the Hebrew Scriptures Tradition - Ways we do things that is passed down over time to people Transubstantiation - During the celebration of the Eucharist when the host becomes the Body of Christ and the wine becomes the Blood of Christ Trinity - Three persons in one God (Father, Son and Holy Spirit) Venial Sin - a small offense against God Viatican - Home of the Pope who lives in Rome, Italy Virtue - A practice of doing good Vocation - A calling fro God to a way of life (Single, Married, Religious) Vow - A promise made Witness - Your way of standing up for what you believe Worship - Another word for prayer Yahweh - Another name for Jesus 132

133 SEE ADDENDUM: QQ. Copy of Lesson Plan (Provided by your DRE/Parish) RR. Multiple Intelligences (Included in this document)) SS. Grade-level glossary (Included in this document) TT. Diocesan Abuse Report (Available on Diocese of Venice, Florida web page) UU. Catechist Job Description (Provided by your DRE/Parish) VV. Catechist Evaluation (Available on the Diocese of Venice, Florida web page and available from your DRE) WW. Catechist Certificate (Information is available on the Diocese of Venice, Florida web page and from your DRE/Parish) CATECHIST CERTIFICATE Catechist certificate will be given upon completion of the three year Into the Fields training program. According to our bishops, adult faith formation (by which people consciously grow in the life of Christ through experience, reflection, prayer, and study,) must be the central task in (this) catechetical enterprise, becoming the axis around which revolves the catechesis of childhood and adolescence as well as that of old age. The Diocese of Venice, Florida requires that all catechists complete a three year certificate training in Into the Fields. See your Director of Religious Education for more information. 133

134 DIOCESE OF VENICE, FLORIDA PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND CURRICULUM CREATED: AUGUST 2011 GRADE SEVEN LEARNING ENVIRONMENT: Class Prayer Table: A small table/area should be set up for 12 year olds. On this table is recommended: a Catholic Bible, battery operated candle, table cloth/covering following liturgical calendar, for a few suggestions to start. Additionally, more items should be added following class topics/liturgy/liturgical seasons, the Saints, the Sacraments and themes used in the Standards. Encourage youth to bring in items for the table. ALWAYS: Open and end class with the Sign of the Cross. SAFE ENVIRONMENT (Emotional, Physical and Spiritual) - Always check your room to make sure there is no hazard or potentially dangerous object(s) that can cause or be used to harm to another. Please follow Diocesan Policy with required form (see Addendum A with this packet) to report any/all abuse disclosed/reported to you. Go to the Diocese of Venice, Florida website for more information. TEACHER MATERIALS: Books purchased by the parish for Faith Formation classes. Also each catechist should be familiar with: Catholic Bible, Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC), General Directory for Catechesis (GDC) and National Directory for Catechesis (NDC), Catechesis Tradendae (Catechesis in Our Time) by Pope John Paul II. REMEMBER: YOU are most important to your children! TEXT(S): Teacher should use materials purchased by the parish and follow as outlined by the company with corresponding activities. 134

135 TEACHER: AWARENESS AND READINESS WHAT TO EXPECT: AM I READY FOR MY CLASS? CHARACTERISICS OF A CHILD IN GRADE SEVEN) Physical: Age Developmental Characteristics: 12 Year Old: 1. Becoming more skilled in the use of small muscles. 2. May be relatively little body change in some cases. 3. Ten hours of sleep is considered average. Social: 1. Increasing identification of self with other children of own sex. 2. May see himself as a child and adults as adults. 3. Getting ready to make the difficult transition to adolescence. 4. Pressure is being place on individuals at this level to begin to assume adult responsibilities. Emotional: 1. The process of sexual maturation involves structured and physiological changes with possible perplexing and disturbing emotional problems. 2. Personal appearance may become a source of great conflict, and learning to appreciate good grooming or the reverse may be prevalent. 3. May be very easily hurt when criticized or made the scapegoat. Intellectual: 1. Learns more ways of studying and controlling the physical world. 2. The use of language (on many occasions his own vocabulary) to exchange ideas for explanatory reasons. 3. More use of reflective thinking and greater ease of distinction. 4. Continuation of development of scientific approach 135

136 DEVELOPMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS OF YOUTH: GRADE Ready for in-depth, longer learning experiences Concerned about physical development sometimes practice excessive grooming behaviors Self-conscious many need help overcoming inferiority complexes Want to be liked by friends Interested in activities involving boys and girls together Interested in sports and active games Like fan clubs many have adult idols Getting over the age of fantasy beginning to think of what they will do when they grow up Often unclear of needs and values Desire independence but want and need their parents help Want to explore outside of their own community Experience: Concentrate on developing individual skills help learners compare skills to their own standards Encourage learning experiences related to understanding self and getting along with others Encourage active and fun learning experiences such as canoeing, hiking, and environmental stewardship but not weighted toward physical prowess Encourage learning experiences involving boys and girls provide activities to be with the opposite sex in healthy ways such as planning groups, parties, fund raising activities, etc. Provide hands-on and skill-centered experiences in specific subject matter 136

137 Give learners a chance to choose when and if they are on stage Allow chances for quiet time Tasks can be more difficult and of longer duration making a model, keeping a journal, etc. allow for creativity! During activities, ask questions to encourage predicting and problem solving such as What if this doesn t work? What could then happen? Help learners find necessary information and support Activities Encourage working with older teens and adults to complete learning experiences and apprenticing Teen and adult leaders must be well-liked to be effective teen leaders should be three or four years older than the learners and considerably more mature Encourage deeper exploration of leadership roles provide opportunities to practice leadership roles with coaching, and encourage keeping more detailed records of leadership experiences Encourage involvement in teen councils and planning boards Involve the group in setting rules for the group or for the program Provide realistic parameters explain why they are necessary 137

138 Declaration of Independence" Nothing in life can prepare for the experiences you are about to have with their 12-year-old. What a roller-coaster life it will be for everyone. The adolescent bounces between childhood and adulthood, being irresponsible and responsible, testing adult authority and then depending on it. Adults often do not know what to expect and many adults find it difficult to understand the adolescent's growing need for independent action, and even for rebellion. Most get through it intact and much of what you hear and see in the media is greatly exaggerated. Behavior: Dramatic physical changes are the hallmark of early adolescence and these physical changes are important to the adolescent. They signify that he or she is developing like his or her peers. Generally, girls begin puberty an average of two years earlier than boys. During early adolescence, most girls experience a rapid growth spurt. For most boys, the early adolescent period marks only the beginning of the biological changes. Since many young adolescents are unaware that the onset and rate of puberty vary greatly, they need reassurance that their own growth and development are normal, and they will benefit from learning about the progression of physiological changes. Many young adolescents, preoccupied with their attractiveness, will try to change their appearance through dieting or consumer fad food products. Anorexia and bulimia may occur especially among females. Some males use supplements and steroids for bodybuilding. While some teens exercise regularly and develop bodies that are extremely fit, others remain sedentary and have poor physical fitness. Most 12-year-olds focus on social life, friends and school. They continue friendships with members of the same sex. Sometimes, a teenager's best friend becomes a parent substitute and confidante. These friendships, however, may change abruptly, causing hurt feelings. Teens need to learn to respect the rights and needs of others. They should follow family rules, such as those for curfews, television viewing, internet use and chores. Adults need to serve as a positive ethical and behavioral role model. School activities are important in the life of a 12-year-old adolescent. Social activities often center around sports events. Teens meet together in groups or pairs. Adults should learn the signs of adolescent depression and drug abuse! 138

139 Characteristics of "teen friendly" adults: Understands the normal growth and development of adolescents. Praises, approves, supports and shows interest in the adolescent. Encourages reasonable independence, friendships and interests. Finds time to be with and listen to the adolescent. Establishes realistic expectations for rules and enforces them, with increasing responsibility given to the adolescent. Establishes and communicates clear limits and consequences for breaking rules. Does not repeatedly warn or threaten. Simply follows the protocol already agreed upon and is consistent. Assigns chores. Demonstrates interest in the adolescent's school activities and emphasizes the importance of school. Takes pleasure in their child s abilities and achievements. Trusts the adolescent and understands what he or she is experiencing. Respects the adolescent's privacy. Does not criticize a parent. A teen needs to love and respect their parents. Enhances the adolescent's self-esteem by providing praise and recognizing positive behavior and achievements. Minimizes criticism, nagging, derogatory comments and other belittling or demeaning messages. Does not try to be the teen s best friend. Remembers that their role is to teach and be the adult. Shows respect for the teen. Listens to the adolescent's side without interrupting or judging. Gets to know their teen's friends, and avoids making quick judgments based on appearances only. Whenever possible, avoids downgrading his or her friends. Allows the teen to make age-appropriate decisions and selections (for example, choosing clothes). Involves the teen in decision making regarding their role in family chores, supervision of younger sibling, etc. 139

140 Traits of the adolescent who is doing well: Believes that he or she will do well. Has self-confidence and a sense of pride and competence. Enjoys close interactions with peers (especially same-sex friendships). Enjoys recreational activities. Recognizes the need for rules and fair play. Is energetic, enthusiastic and vital. Has reasonable athletic ability, or has dramatic, artistic or musical talents. Does well in school or performs at or near ability in school. Takes appropriate responsibility for homework with little prodding. Assumes responsibility for his or her own health. Is comfortable in asking parents questions. Generally cooperative and considerate, although at times is inconsistent and unpredictable. 140

141 MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCES VISUAL/SPATIAL (PICTURE SMART) Learns through drawing, reading stories with pictures, arts and crafts. I use BODILY-KINESTHETIC (BODY SMART) Learns through movement, dancing, acting, reading body language. I use MUSICAL (MUSIC SMART) Learns though music, by listening or singing and rhythms. I use INTERPERSONAL (PEOPLE SMART) Learns through interaction with others, group activities, cooperating, peacemaker. I use INTRAPERSONAL (SELF-SMART) Learns through introspection, works well alone, must have personal space. I use NATURALISTIC (NATURE SMART) Learns through nature, loves nature walks, good at making distinctions. I use VERBAL/LINGUISTIC (WORD SMART) Learns through words, reading, word games, expressing an idea, great vocabulary. I use LOGICAL/MATHEMATICAL (NUMBER SMART) Learns by thinking, problem solving, explanation of things, asks questions. I use EXISTENTIAL (GOD SMART) Has an inner peace, instinctively knows right from wrong, understands God and life and death. I use ***A SUCCESSFUL CATECHIST WILL TRY TO INCLUDE ACTIVITIES THAT APPEAL TO ALL (OR MOST) OF THESE INTELLIGENCES IN ORDER TO ACHIEVE THE GOALS SET OUT FOR EACH SESSION. See Addendum B 141

142 GRADE LEVEL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: GRADE SEVEN Within our seventh grade religion curriculum, students will: Standard 1 Sacred Scripture Read and understand Sacred Scripture as God s Word speaking to them. Identify that there are 46 Books of the Hebrew Scriptures (the Old Testament) and 27 Books of the New Testament. Write their own proverb, psalm, parable, epistle or historical account of God acting in their life. Discuss how selected Sunday readings apply to their life. Standard 2 Doctrine Know and understand the basic teachings of the Church and how they apply to their lives. Examine the Nicene Creed and explain each article of faith that this creed professes. Define and discuss the term redemption as used by the Catholic Church. Define and discuss the term grace as used by the Catholic Church. Describe or dramatize how the grace received through the Sacraments strengthens us to grow in holiness and to live life with greater peace, love and compassion. Explain the role of the apostles before and after the death and resurrection of Jesus. Explain the steps involved in developing an informed moral conscience. Identify that the unique origin of the Roman Catholic Church is rooted in Jesus commissioning of Peter to be the head of the Apostles and unifier of the Church. Introduce the Seven Principles of Catholic Social Teachings. 142

143 Standard 3 Sacraments Know and appreciate the centrality of the Eucharist and importance of the Sacraments in the life of Catholics. Explain that the Sacrament of Reconciliation celebrates God s healing and forgiveness of our sins. Discuss the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick as an opportunity to bring Jesus healing comfort and strength to those who are seriously ill, elderly or in danger of death. Identify and discuss Marriage and Holy Orders as the sacraments of commitment in which the Church celebrates two special ways that people serve others by sharing their gifts. Explain that the word ordain means to set aside in order to serve the Church in a certain way, as a deacon, priest or bishop. Standard 4 Community Understand and appreciate the role of the faith community the Catholic Church into which they have been baptized and through which they grow in faith to mature discipleship and will know what it means to have membership in the local, universal Catholic Church. Describe the mission of Catholic laity in the world. Discuss the historical contributions of various religious orders in the United States as well as their present day efforts to carry out their mission. Discuss issues of homelessness, hunger, poverty, and illiteracy found in their community in light of Catholic Social Teachings. Identify and explain The Precepts of the Catholic Church (CCC ) 143

144 Standard 5 Service Engage in service to an exercise responsible stewardship for the various communities to which they belong: family, school, parish, civic, national and global. Discuss Jesus call for them to serve others in light of the Beatitudes. Participate in group service products that address global issues. Discuss the services that can be provided in families and/or classrooms. Identify the difficulties and challenges in today s culture of putting their faith into action (service). Discuss how their own unique talents can be used in serving others. Research and discuss the role of service in the Sacraments of Matrimony and Holy Orders. Standard 6 Prayer Experience and appreciate a variety of prayer forms in addition to the prayer of the Sacraments. Prepare and assume different roles in a communal prayer and/or liturgy. Encourage a daily program of personal prayer during Advent and Lent. Discuss how trust in God is the basic for prayers of petition. Recite the Memorare. Be familiar with Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and Benediction. Standard 7 Spirituality Know how to develop a personal relationship with God. Practice silent reflection on selected religious themes and journal their thoughts in writing. (Examples of religious themes are God s Love, the Crucifixion, God s Gift of Creation.) Identify the Corporal Works of Mercy and Spiritual Works of Mercy. Discuss contemporary media that has a spiritual message 144

145 Standard 8 Morality Understand and appreciate that all humans are created in the image and likeness of God. Moral Decision Making: Learn a well-formed conscience will guide them to do what is right and good, and with the help of Christ s teachings, the Church, the Holy Spirit, prayer and wise people, they can make good decisions. Respect for life: Learn that all human life is sacred and a gift from God. Learn to respect the dignity of the human person by respecting the rights of others, taking care of themselves physically and emotionally, not abusing themselves and others and by not leading others into sin. Respect Sexuality: Explore the messages from our culture about sexuality and sex. Examine our culture s often misguided messages about sexuality. Learn God s purpose for sexual activity. Discover reasons to follow God s plan for sexuality in their lives. Understand that while technology makes life easier, it also involves making moral choices. Understand that technology can directly affect relationship with God and with others. Standard 9 Social Justice Respond with compassionate action to occurrences of social injustice. Identify and discuss saints and secular leaders who have brought about action that improved the dignity of life for others. Demonstrate knowledge of ways to address social injustice in the local community. Describe how the parts of the liturgy reinforce our mission as caregivers of the planet and persons. Participate in a group social justice project that involves the less fortunate and then faith-share about the experience. Understand and discuss how the church s social justice teachings demand that we respond with compassionate action. Understand and discuss how the Sunday readings can bring about personal conversion and unity enabling us to live the Beatitudes more deeply. Understand and discuss why minorities and native peoples are among the highly vulnerable peoples subject to negative environmental impacts; what is the Catholic response to this injustice? 145

146 CATECHESIS: 1. New Testament (CCC ) a. Books, genres, themes, authors 2. The Context of Jesus Life a. Culture and climate b. Daily life c. Politics and history d. Jesus Jewish heritage and practices 3. Birth and Youth (CCC ; ; ) a. Incarnation/Nativity: Jesus divine and human natures (CCC ; ; ) b. The Holy Family (CCC ) Mary (CCC ; ) c. The hidden years d. Jesus is obedient to human and divine authority (CCC ) 4. Public Life a. Baptism by John/temptations (CCC ) b. Call of the Apostles (CCC ) c. Epiphany: Jesus identity revealed (CCC ) d. Miracles (CCC ) healings, nature miracles, restorations of life e. Teaching (CCC ; ) i. Kingdom of God ( ) ii. Parables (546) iii. Sermon on the Mount ( ) iv. Modern applications of Jesus teaching ( ) f. Titles of Jesus: Teacher, Prophet, Healer, Reconciler, Christ, Son of God, Lord (CCC ) 5. Passion and Death (CCC ) a. The conspiracy against Jesus b. Last Supper: Eucharist ( ), washing of feet (John 13:4-9) c. Agony and acceptance of God s Will (Matthew 26:36-46) d. Trials (Matthew 26:47-75) e. Scourging, Crucifixion (Matthew 27: 1-56) f. Descent into hell (CCC ) g. The meaning of the Cross (CCC 623) h. Titles of Jesus: Servant, Redeemer, Lamb of God, Savior, Obedient Son, Sacrament (CCC ) 146

147 CATECHESIS CONTINUED: 6. Resurrection and Ascension (CCC ) a. Resurrection: physical and transforming (CCC ) i. Our Resurrection (CCC ) ii. Life Everlasting (CCC ) iii. Heaven, Hell and Purgatory b. The Ascension: Jesus unlimited presence among us (CCC ) 7. Pentecost (CCC ) a. The first Pentecost (Acts 2:1-4) b. The disciples ongoing mission in today s world (Matthew 28:19-20) c. Jesus will return (CCC ) 8. Encountering and Celebrating Jesus Today a. In the Liturgy (CCC ) b. Sacraments (CCC , ) c. The Communion of Saints (CCC ) d. Prayer (CCC 2559, , 2697) 147

148 GRADE LESSON PLAN OUTCOMES: SEE ADDENDUM D Did my students GET the lesson? END OF THE YEAR OUTCOMES: Grade Seven: (by the end of the yearly class/program) EACH CHILD WILL: GRADE LEVEL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: GRADE SEVEN Within our seventh grade religion curriculum, students will: Standard 1 Sacred Scripture Read and understand Sacred Scripture as God s Word speaking to them. Describe the differences from the Old Testament and New Testament Write a proverb, psalm, parable, epistle or historical account of God acting in their life Faith-Share how selected Sunday readings apply to life 148

149 Standard 2 Doctrine Know and understand the basic teachings of the Church and how they apply to their lives. Recite the Nicene Creed Define redemption as used by the Catholic Church Define and discuss the term grace Explain the role of the apostles before and after the death and resurrection of Jesus. Explain what is an informed moral conscience Describe how (Saint) Peter was chosen to be the head of the Apostles and unifier of the Church Name the Seven Principles of Catholic Social Teachings Standard 3 Sacraments Know and appreciate the centrality of the Eucharist and importance of the Sacraments in the life of Catholics. Tell what is the Sacrament of Reconciliation Explain the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick Discuss Marriage and Holy Orders as the sacraments of commitment Explain the role of the bishop, deacon and priest in the church Standard 4 Community Understand and appreciate the role of the faith community the Catholic Church into which they have been baptized and through which they grow in faith to mature discipleship and will know what it means to have membership in the local, universal Catholic Church. Describe the mission of Catholic laity Name some historical contributions of various religious orders Name some issues of homelessness, hunger, poverty, and illiteracy found in community Name The Precepts of the Catholic Church 149

150 Standard 5 Service Engage in service to an exercise responsible stewardship for the various communities to which they belong: family, school, parish, civic, national and global. Recite the Beatitudes. Participate in a group service project that address global issues Explain some of the difficulties and challenges in today s culture of putting their faith into action (service.) Describe a unique talents can be used in serving others. Discuss the role of service in the Sacraments of Matrimony and Holy Orders. Standard 6 Prayer Experience and appreciate a variety of prayer forms in addition to the prayer of the Sacraments. Give examples of communal prayer Explain how you make time for personal prayer Name some prayers of petition Recite the Memorare. Go to Church for an Adoration of the Blessed Sacraments and Benediction Standard 7 Spirituality Know how to develop a personal relationship with God. Explain understanding of silent reflection Name the Corporal Works of Mercy and Spiritual Works of Mercy Explain the role of contemporary media 150

151 Standard 8 Morality Understand and appreciate that all humans are created in the image and likeness of God. Explain what is a well-formed conscience Name ways in which Respect for life is demonstrated Tell how respect for sexuality is understood Describe advantages and disadvantages of using technology in moral decisions Describe how technology can affect relationship with God Standard 9 Social Justice Respond with compassionate action to occurrences of social injustice. Name some saints and secular leaders who have brought about action that improved the dignity of life for others. Describe ways that social injustice in the local community. Explain your role as a caregiver Complete a group social justice project that involves the less fortunate Faith-Share ways how social justice teachings encouraged a compassionate action response for a cause Understand and discuss how the Sunday readings brought about a personal conversion Name the Beatitudes Explain why minorities and native peoples are among the highly vulnerable peoples subject to negative environmental impacts 151

152 PREPARING FOR GRADE LEVEL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS GRADE VOCABULARY/GLOSSARY OF TERMS TO BE USED Taken from Diocesan Standards for Grade Seven (More words should be added/introduced from accompanying book(s) used) Adoration- (Of the Most Blessed Sacrament) - Jesus in the form of a consecrated host is placed in a monstrance for public worship Anointing of the Sick - A sacrament of last rites Beatitudes - The teachings of Jesus are expressed as eight blessings in the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew Bishop - An ordained or consecrated member of the Christian clergy who is generally entrusted with a position of authority and oversight Caregiver - Anyone who respectfully cares for a person, place or thing (environment) Church Social Teachings on Injustice - Standing up for the rights of all people Civic - Law Communal Prayer - More than one person praying together Compassionate Action - a love response Contemporary Media - Pop culture Corporal Works of Mercy - those that tend to bodily needs: To feed the hungry, To give drink to the thirsty, To shelter the homeless, To clothe the naked, To visit and ransom the captive, (prisoners, To visit the sick; To bury the dead. Deacon - An ordained minister of the Church Dignity of Life - Respect for all life forms Epistle - A long formal letter, often intended to provide instruction Faith -Share - tell personal experiences of God in your life Family - The people we live with and care for us 152

153 Global Issues - All world issues Grace - Kindness from God that we do not deserve Holy Orders - A sacrament in which a man is ordained a minister of the church Historical Account - A documented record of a time, event or person in history Homelessness - A person with no permanent address Hunger - To go without any food or water Illiteracy - Not able to read and write Journal - A personal notebook to record spiritual thoughts and feelings Laity - Anyone who is not an ordained minister or member of a religious Community - The place where we live, work and pray Local - The area where we live Marriage - A sacramental union between a man and a woman Memorare- A prayer that invites us to ask the Blessed Mother for her assistance and her grace, especially when we feel most troubled in our daily lives. Moral Conscience - Our knowledge of right from wrong Moral Decisions- Our choice is choosing good or evil National - Characteristic of a nation New Testament - The last 27 Books of the Bible Nicene Creed - A formal statement of the chief tenets of Christian belief, adopted by the first Nicene Council Old Testament - The first 46 Books of the Bible Ordain - Consecrate as holyparable - A story ascribed to Jesus Christ: a parable that appears in the Bible, as told by Jesus Christ Parish - The Church you attend/belong to Personal Conversion - A turning toward God Personal Prayer - Time spent talking to God Peter- Appointed by Jesus to be the rock and father of the Church Petition - Something you ask for in prayer to Jesus Poverty - being poor in body or spirit Precepts of the Catholic Church - The Ten Commandments Priest - An ordained male minister of the Church Proverb - A short verse or statement of truth or moral lesson. Solomon wrote the book of Proverbs. Solomon symbolically represents wisdom Psalm - A sacred song or poem of praise 153

154 Reconciliation - Forgiveness Redemption - Being saved Religious Orders - Men and women called by God to serve the Church in a religious vocation Respect for Life - Showing care for each other and the world Role of the Apostles - Spread the word of Jesus to all people Saints - Persons declared as holy by the Church Secular Leaders- Lay people who have made a contribution to the world Service - Doing something for someone else Seven Principles of Catholic Social Teaching - creating a society or institution that is based on the principles of equality and solidarity Sexuality - Born man or woman Silent Reflection - Quiet time alone with God Social Injustice - Unfairness Spiritual Works of Mercy - The spiritual works of mercy are: To instruct the ignorant; To counsel the doubtful; To admonish sinners; To bear wrongs patiently; To forgive offences willingly; To comfort the afflicted; To pray for the living and the dead. Stewardship - Service Unique talents - A gift given to us by God 154

155 SEE ADDENDUM: XX. Copy of Lesson Plan (Provided by your DRE/Parish) YY. Multiple Intelligences (Included in this document)) ZZ. Grade-level glossary (Included in this document) AAA. Diocesan Abuse Report (Available on Diocese of Venice, Florida web page) BBB. Catechist Job Description (Provided by your DRE/Parish) CCC. Catechist Evaluation (Available on the Diocese of Venice, Florida web page and available from your DRE) DDD. Catechist Certificate (Information is available on the Diocese of Venice, Florida web page and from your DRE/Parish) CATECHIST CERTIFICATE Catechist certificate will be given upon completion of the three year Into the Fields training program. According to our bishops, adult faith formation (by which people consciously grow in the life of Christ through experience, reflection, prayer, and study,) must be the central task in (this) catechetical enterprise, becoming the axis around which revolves the catechesis of Childhood and adolescence as well as that of old age. The Diocese of Venice, Florida requires that all catechists complete a three year certificate training in Into the Fields. See your Director of Religious Education for more information. 155

156 DIOCESE OF VENICE, FLORIDA PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND CURRICULUM CREATED: AUGUST 2011 GRADE EIGHT LEARNING ENVIRONMENT Class Prayer Table: A small table/area should be set up in the room for 12 year olds. On this table is recommended: a Catholic Bible, battery operated candle, table cloth/covering following liturgical calendar, for a few suggestions to start. Additionally, more items should be added following class topics/liturgy/liturgical seasons, the Saints, pictures of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Sacraments, symbols of sacramental s and the Trinity as well as themes used in the Standards. Encourage youth to bring in items for the table. ALWAYS: Open and end class with the Sign of the Cross. SAFE ENVIRONMENT (Emotional, Physical and Spiritual) - Always check your room to make sure there is no hazard or potentially dangerous object(s) that can cause or be used to harm to another. Please follow Diocesan Policy with required form (see Addendum A with this packet) to report any/all abuse disclosed/reported to you. Go to the Diocese of Venice, Florida website for more information. TEACHER MATERIALS: Books purchased by the parish for Faith Formation classes. Also each catechist should be familiar with: Catholic Bible, Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC), General Directory for Catechesis (GDC) and National Directory for Catechesis (NDC), Catechesis Tradendae (Catechesis in Our Time) by Pope John Paul II. REMEMBER: YOU are most important to your children! TEXT(S): Teacher should use materials purchased by the parish and follow as outlined by the company with corresponding activities. 156

157 TEACHER: AWARENESS AND READINESS WHAT TO EXPECT: AM I READY FOR MY CLASS? GRADE EIGHT Age Developmental Characteristics: 13 Year Old: GENERAL: At the age of 13, a teen s way of thinking about self, others, and the world shift to a much more adult level. The teen enters middle adolescence with a focus on things that can be experienced here and now, and moves to being able to imagine the range of possibilities life holds. Expect the following changes as a progression of development rather than as age-based milestones: INTELLECTUAL: The thirteen-year-old is developing intellectually. Problem-solving and decision-making skills are evolving, as is the ability to grasp more complex concepts and the world may begin to seem less "black and white" as the thirteen-year-old is able to ponder some of the complexities of life. Adults may notice that a thirteen-year-old is beginning to argue and debate more and may challenge authority and established rules. A thirteen-year-old can be expected to be changeable and swing back and forth through emotions, opinions, and self-evaluation. 157

158 MENTAL AND INTELLECTUAL arguing skills improve (and are demonstrated often and with great passion) reasoning skills improve: begins with the ability to apply concepts to specific examples learns to use deductive reasoning and make educated guesses learns to reason through problems even in the absence of concrete events or examples becomes able to construct hypothetical solutions to a problem and evaluate which is best focus on the future develops: begins with a present focus, mixed with some fantasy learns to recognize that current actions can have an effect on the future starts to set personal goals (and may reject goals set by others) Decision-making skills improve: begins to independently differentiate right from wrong and develops a conscience learns to distinguish fact from opinion learns to evaluate the credibility of various sources of information becomes able to anticipate the consequences of different options may challenge the assumptions and solutions presented by adults 158

159 Social & Emotional Development During this period a teen will continue to be an emotional pendulum: happy and at ease one year, troubled by self doubts the next. These swings will smooth out as the teen gets older and gains more confidence and becomes independent. 13-Year-Olds: Some can be Uncertain, unhappy, and sensitive Withdrawn; spends a lot of time alone; needs privacy Convinced that everyone else is watching and judging Very concerned with body image Self-esteem may appear at a low ebb Not always the most sociable with adults Here is what you can expect from an average thirteen-year-old: Thirteen is often the year of insecurity, self-consciousness and crabby moodiness. Self-esteem may take a hit this year and thirteen-year-olds are very concerned and focused on how they look, talk and act with peers. They tend to assume that everyone is looking at them and judging them. Friendships are of extreme importance to younger adolescents. They are beginning to be aware of their potential to become unique persons. They are becoming independent and they need the support and encouragement of mature adults. They view some of the external forms and structures of religion as unimportant. They are going through a period of questioning and searching. They have a deep and beautiful sense of the sacred but do not easily share their questions or their inner thoughts. The basic task of the adolescent is to put off childhood and to ask the question, Who am I? Life and one s place in it becomes a personal concern; faith vs. religion and personal experience vs. learned principles. Conflicts are still present within the eighth grader. He is at a stage of rejecting what he accepted unquestioningly of authority in the past. The young adolescent s preoccupation with himself, his world and his rather universal rejection of traditional values and teachings make this a very difficult but a vitally important one in religious education. 159

160 MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCES VISUAL/SPATIAL (PICTURE SMART) Learns through drawing, reading stories with pictures, arts and crafts. I use BODILY-KINESTHETIC (BODY SMART) Learns through movement, dancing, acting, reading body language. I use MUSICAL (MUSIC SMART) Learns though music, by listening or singing and rhythms. I use INTERPERSONAL (PEOPLE SMART) Learns through interaction with others, group activities, cooperating, peacemaker. I use INTRAPERSONAL (SELF-SMART) Learns through introspection, works well alone, must have personal space. I use NATURALISTIC (NATURE SMART) Learns through nature, loves nature walks, good at making distinctions. I use VERBAL/LINGUISTIC (WORD SMART) Learns through words, reading, word games, expressing an idea, great vocabulary. I use LOGICAL/MATHEMATICAL (NUMBER SMART) Learns by thinking, problem solving, explanation of things, asks questions. I use EXISTENTIAL (GOD SMART) Has an inner peace, instinctively knows right from wrong, understands God and life and death. I use ***A SUCCESSFUL CATECHIST WILL TRY TO INCLUDE ACTIVITIES THAT APPEAL TO ALL (OR MOST) OF THESE INTELLIGENCES IN ORDER TO ACHIEVE THE GOALS SET OUT FOR EACH SESSION. See Addendum B 160

161 GRADE LEVEL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: GRADE EIGHT Within our Grade 8 religion curriculum, students will: Standard 1 Sacred Scripture Read and understand Sacred Scripture as God s Word speaking to us. Be able to locate any chapter and verse of the Bible upon request. Identify five literary forms used in the Bible and explain the value of using these various forms to deliver God s message to His people Explain how the New Testament is fulfilled by the prophecies of the Old Testament. Explain what it means to believe that we are saved by Jesus. Describe how the Bible is a collection of many books describing the history of salvation written under God s inspiration. Describe the action and gifts of the Holy Spirit in their lives. Standard 2 Doctrine Know and understand the basic teachings of the Church and how they apply to their lives. Explain the following terms: Trinity, Holy Spirit, Messiah, Salvation, Redemption, Savior, Revelation, Church, the Immaculate Conception, Mary Intercessor before God, Mary Mother of the Church, Mary First Disciple of Jesus. Discuss the implications for their lives of believing in Jesus as the Son of God and their Savior. Discuss the courage and faith of Mary as she said yes to the Angel Gabriel s announcement and what her example means for us. Discuss the meaning and implications of our belief that the desire for God is rooted deep within every person and that God never ceases to draw us to Himself. (CCC #27) 161

162 Standard 3 Sacraments Know and appreciate the centrality of the Eucharist and the importance of the Sacraments in the life of Catholics. Discuss that sacramental actions and symbols originated in Jewish rituals. Identify a sign for each Sacrament and describe what each Sacrament celebrates (for example: Baptism Water, Confirmation Oil of Chrism; Eucharist Bread and Wine.) Explain the rituals and symbols associated with the liturgical seasons of Advent, Christmas, Lent, Holy Triduum, Easter and Pentecost. Identify that the Mass is a celebration which has five movements or sections (Introductory Rites, Liturgy of the Word, Liturgy of the Eucharist, Communion Rite, and Concluding Rite.) Participate in a Seder Meal and discuss similarities between the Seder and Eucharist. Know the difference between Sacraments and sacramental s. Standard 4 Community Understand and appreciate the role of the faith community the Catholic Church into which they have been baptized and through which they grow in faith to mature discipleship and will know what it means to have membership in the local, universal Catholic Church. Describe the roles and mission of laity, religious, deacons, priests, bishops, archbishops, cardinals and the Pope. Discuss strategies for dealing with thoughts and actions that are in conflict with Church teachings. Identify ways they can be involved in appropriate Catholic responses to situations of social injustice in their community. Explain our responsibility to call others to know, love and understand Jesus. Explain the Catholic Church s teaching on human sexuality as a gift from God. 162

163 Standard 5 Service Engage in service to an exercise responsible stewardship for the various communities to which they belong: family, school, parish, civic, national and global. Discuss what it means for a Catholic to walk the talk. Discuss service to neighbor in light of the gospel story of the Good Samaritan. Participate in parish service programs such as the Food Pantry, Habitat for Humanity; Coats for Kids etc. (if there is no service parish program, start one.) Report on service projects involved in and how that service demonstrates love and care for others. Define good stewardship and explain how it is a way of putting their faith into action. Describe what their participation in service projects has taught them. Minister to the needs of peers in a manner appropriate to their talents and gifts. Standard 6 Prayer Experience and appreciate a variety of prayer forms in addition to the prayer of the Sacraments. Take leadership roles in working with students at other grade levels in preparing and directing a communal prayer service or liturgy. Evaluate practice of personal prayer and describe how they will make changes that would strengthen their prayer life. Discuss how perseverance in prayer is a necessity for Christian life. Explain the meaning of the four petitions in the Lord s Prayer (Give us, Forgive us, Lead us, Deliver us.) Recite the Angelus. The Angelus: The Angel of the Lord declared to Mary: And she conceived of the Holy Spirit. Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee; blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen. 163

164 Standard 7 Spirituality Know how to develop a personal relationship with God. Read, discuss and meditate on selected readings from contemporary spiritual writers (such as Mother Teresa, Dorothy Day.) View, discuss and meditate on selected traditional and contemporary artwork that could be considered spiritual. Identify and explain each of the Theological Virtues (Faith, Hope and Charity.) Explain how the practice of each of the Moral Virtues strengthens spiritual life. Practice the Moral (Cardinal) Virtues (Prudence, Justice, Temperance and Fortitude.) Suggest experiences in people s lives that could be celebrated through some ritual that honors the sacredness of the occasion (birth, a family reunion, moving into a new home, recovery from illness.) 164

165 Standard 8 Morality Understand and appreciate that all humans are created in the image and likeness of God. Realize the dignity of the Human Person, recognizing the divine image present in every human person. Moral formation is essentially Christological and Trinitarian. It is deeply Ecclesial, while open to social concerns. (GDC #87) Moral catechesis, in presenting what makes life worthy of the Gospels and in promoting the Beatitudes as the spirit that must permeate the Decalogue, shall root them in the human virtues present in the heart of man. (GDC #117) Apply Catholic moral principles and virtues to one s life and moral decision making. Recognize that atheism, understood as a negative of God, must. be regarded as one of the most serious problems of our time (GDC #22) Recognize that the widespread of sects and new religions movements and the revival of fundamentalism are factors of serious concern for the church and require careful analysis. (GDC #23) Acknowledge the widespread influence of the communications media, which. often impose a vision of life which does not respect the cultural distinctiveness of the peoples whom they address. Moral formation all of #85 in the GDC is important. Recognize that youth, even though disconnected and marginalized, are in many cases driven by a strong impetus to find meaning, solidarity, social commitment and even religious experiences. (GDC #182) Based on the Catholic Judeo Christian traditions and Faith, the eighth grader should be able to identify as well as evaluate socio-cultural changes regarding private and cultural morality and be able to arrive at a moral decision based on those traditions. 165

166 Standard 9 Social Justice Respond with compassionate action to occurrences of social injustice. Discuss the Church s role and participation in developing ways to speak on the concept of life and dignity of all human persons from the womb to tomb. Participate in a social event of another culture, ethnic or racial group. Identify ways we can mentor younger students to protect them against media manipulation. Understand the Church s commitment to the poor and vulnerable by identifying church organizations which assist in this area. Explain how we can act individually and in groups to perform deeds of social justice as related to fairness in the work place. Appreciate that the Holy Spirit is a unity bestowing on us gifts necessary for bringing forth the fruits evident in a peace filled and just society. Discuss how the destruction of renewable resources causes global poverty (i.e. deforestation in the Amazon.) 166

167 GRADE LEVEL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: GRADE EIGHT Within our grade 8 religion curriculum, students will: CATECHESIS: 1. What is the Church? a. Definition of Church (CCC , 781) b. Marks of the Church i. One (CCC , 866) ii. Holy (CCC , 867) iii. Catholic (CCC , 838, 868) iv. Apostolic (CCC , 869) c. Characteristics (CCC ) d. Models and Symbols of Church (CCC ) i. Body of Christ (CCC 779, 789, 792, 805, 807) ii. Bride of Christ (CCC 796) iii. Temple of the Holy Spirit (CCC ) 2. The Church is Born a. Pentecost (CCC , 1076) b. Persecution (CCC 2474) c. Apostolic Roles and Activity (CCC 2, ) d. Paul s mission to the Gentiles (Acts 9:15 ) e. Initiation: original forms of Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist (CCC ) i. Baptism (CCC ) ii. Confirmation (CCC ) iii. Eucharist (CCC ) f. Peter, the papacy, and Apostolic succession (CCC 96, , 765, 816, , 881) 3. The Rise of Monasticism 167

168 a. The Monastic Daily Life (CCC 918) b. Liturgy of the Hours (CCC , 1196) c. Prayer: kinds and styles (CCC Part IV) d. Missionaries (CCC ) 4. Conflict and Division (CCC ) a. The Great Schism b. The Reformation i. Causes ii. Points of disagreement iii. Effects c. Ecumenism in the Modern Age (CCC , 870) d. Catholicism in the United States (CCC 2137, ) 5. The Church in the Modern World a. Vatican II (Documents: Constitution of Church in Modern World) b. The Structure of the Church i. The laity (CCC , ) ii. The magisterium (CCC , ) Pope, Cardinals, Bishops (CCC ) c. Models of Church i. Sign/herald of the Kingdom ii. Community/family (CCC ) 6. Living the Gospel Today a. The Church s Moral Vision (CCC ) i. Commandments (CCC ) ii. Beatitudes (CCC ) iii. Works of Mercy (CCC 2447) iv. Justice (CCC 1805, 1807, ) v. Love for the Poor (CCC ) vi. Sexual ethics (CCC 355, 1605, , ) b. Conscience (CCC ) c. Sin (CCC ) 7. Saints and Church Leaders: Our Role Models (not a separate unit, but scattered throughout the cycle where appropriate) Peter, Paul, Augustine, Perpetua and Felicitas, Polycarp, Agnes, Lawrence, Patrick, Benedict, Francis, Clare, Therese of Lisieux, John XXIII, Pius X, Leo XIII, James Cardinal Gibbons, Mother Teresa, Pope John Paul II, and others. 168

169 GRADE LESSON PLAN OUTCOMES: SEE ADDENDUM D Did my students GET the lesson? END OF THE YEAR OUTCOMES: GRADE LEVEL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: GRADE EIGHT Within our eight grade religion curriculum, students will: GRADE LEVEL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: GRADE EIGHT Within our eight grade religion curriculum, students will: Standard 1 Sacred Scripture Read and understand Sacred Scripture as God s Word speaking to us. Locate any chapter and verse of the Bible upon request Identify five literary forms used in the Bible Explain how the New Testament is fulfilled by the prophecies of the Old Testament. Explain what it means to believe that we are saved by Jesus. Describe how the Bible is a collection of many books Name the gifts of the Holy Spirit 169

170 Standard 2 Doctrine Know and understand the basic teachings of the Church and how they apply to their lives. Define the following terms: Trinity, Holy Spirit, Messiah, Salvation, Redemption, Savior, Revelation, Church, the Immaculate Conception, Mary Intercessor before God, Mary Mother of the Church, Mary First Disciple of Jesus Describe the courage and faith of Mary as she said yes to the Angel Gabriel s announcement Discuss the meaning and implications of our belief that the desire for God is rooted deep within every person and that God never ceases to draw us to Himself Standard 3 Sacraments Know and appreciate the centrality of the Eucharist and the importance of the Sacraments in the life of Catholics. Name the sacramental actions and symbols originated in Jewish rituals Explain the rituals and symbols associated with the liturgical seasons of Advent, Christmas, Lent, Holy Triduum, Easter and Pentecost. Explain why the Mass is a celebration and name the five movements or sections Participate in a Seder Meal and discuss similarities between the Seder and Eucharist. Tell the difference between Sacraments and sacramental s. Standard 4 Community Understand and appreciate the role of the faith community the Catholic Church into which they have been baptized and through which they grow in faith to mature discipleship and will know what it means to have membership in the local, universal Catholic Church. Describe the roles and mission of laity, religious, deacons, priests, bishops, archbishops, cardinals and the Pope Name some strategies for dealing with thoughts and actions that are in conflict with Church teachings Describe ways they can be involved in appropriate Catholic responses to situations of social injustice in their community Explain the Catholic Church s teaching on human sexuality 170

171 Standard 5 Service Engage in service to an exercise responsible stewardship for the various communities to which they belong: family, school, parish, civic, national and global. What does it mean for a Catholic to walk the talk? Discuss service to neighbor using the gospel story of the Good Samaritan. Participate in parish service programs such as the Food Pantry, Habitat for Humanity and Coats for Kids etc. Report on service projects and what you got from the experience Define good stewardship Describe what participation in service projects has taught Standard 6 Prayer Experience and appreciate a variety of prayer forms in addition to the prayer of the Sacraments. Explain communal prayer Describe practice of personal prayer Explain why perseverance in prayer is a necessary What are the four petitions in the Lord s Prayer Recite the Angelus. Standard 7 Spirituality Know how to develop a personal relationship with God. Name some contemporary spiritual writers and their benefit Name some selected traditional and contemporary artwork Name the three Theological Virtues Explain why we practice of each of the Moral Virtues Name the Moral (Cardinal) Virtues Discuss some experiences in people s lives that could be celebrated through some ritual 171

172 Standard 8 Morality Understand and appreciate that all humans are created in the image and likeness of God. Explain how we honor the dignity of the Human Person Explain what is moral formation Explain what is moral catechesis Name the eight Beatitudes Describe how to apply Catholic moral principles and virtues to one s life and moral decision making Define atheism Explain sects and new religions movements and the revival of fundamentalism Describe the role of communications media Identify as well as evaluate socio-cultural changes regarding private and cultural morality Standard 9 Social Justice Respond with compassionate action to occurrences of social injustice. Discuss the Church s role and participation in developing ways to speak on the concept of life and dignity of all human persons from the womb to tomb Participate in a social event of another culture, ethnic or racial group Identify ways we can mentor younger students Describe the Church s commitment to the poor and vulnerable Explain how we perform deeds of social justice as related to fairness in the work place Name the fruits of the Holy Spirit Discuss how the destruction of renewable resources causes global poverty 172

173 PREPARING FOR GRADE LEVEL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS GRADE VOCABULARY/GLOSSARY OF TERMS TO BE USED Taken from Diocesan Standards for Grade Eight (More words should be added/introduced from accompanying book(s) used) Advent - The preparation time before the birth of Jesus Angelus - A set of prayers to commemorate the Annunciation and the Incarnation Archbishop - The highest-ranking bishop: a bishop of the highest rank, who heads an archdiocese or an ecclesiastical province Atheism -disbelief in the existence of God or deities Beatitudes - The teachings of Jesus are expressed as eight blessings in the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew - The Sermon is the longest piece of teaching from Jesus in the New Testament, and has been one of the most widely quoted elements of the Canonical Gospels. It includes some of the best known teachings of Jesus such as the Beatitudes, and the widely recited Lord's Prayer. To most believers in Jesus, the Sermon on the Mount contains the central tenets of Christian discipleship. Bible - God s Holy Word Bishop - An ordained or consecrated member of the Christian clergy who is generally entrusted with a position of authority and oversight Cardinal - A cardinal is a senior ecclesiastical official, usually an ordained bishop, and ecclesiastical prince of the Catholic Church. Cardinal Virtues - In Christian tradition there are 4 cardinal virtues: Prudence - able to judge between actions with regard to appropriate actions at a given time Justice - proper moderation between self-interest and the rights and needs of others Restraint or Temperance - practicing self-control, abstention, and moderation Courage or Fortitude - forbearance, endurance, and ability to confront fear and uncertainty, or intimidation Caregiver - Anyone who respectfully cares for a person, place or thing (environment) Christmas - The time we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christological - academic study of Jesus Christ: the branch of theology concerned with the study of the nature, character, and actions of Jesus Christ 173

174 Church Social Teachings on Injustice - Standing up for the rights of all people Civic - Relating to community Commitment - Honoring a promise made Communal Prayer - More than one person praying together Communion Rite - Begins with the Our Father, Kiss of Peace and Communion Community - The place where we work and pray Compassionate Action - a love response Concept of Life - The process of birth Concluding Rite - Blessing and dismissal Contemporary Media - Pop culture Corporal Works of Mercy - those that tend to bodily needs: To feed the hungry, To give drink to the thirsty, To shelter the homeless, To clothe the naked, To visit and ransom the captive, (prisoners, To visit the sick; To bury the dead. Deacon - An ordained minister of the Church Dignity of Life - Respect for all life forms Disconnected - Separated from someone or something Distinctiveness - A special quality or characteristic Easter- The Resurrection of Jesus Ecclesial - Relating to the church Epistle - A long formal letter, often intended to provide instruction Ethnic - Person or group origin Faith -Share - tell personal experiences of God in your life Family - The people we live with and care for us Fundamentalism - is strict adherence to specific theological doctrines typically in reaction against the theology of Modernism. The term "fundamentalism" was originally coined by its supporters to describe a specific package of theological beliefs that developed into a movement within the Protestant community of the United States in the early part of the 20th century, and that had its roots in the Fundamentalist-Modernist Controversy of that time. Gifts of the Holy Spirit - The seven gifts of the Holy Spirit are wisdom, understanding, counsel, fortitude, knowledge, piety, and fear of the Lord. Global Issues - All world issues Grace - Kindness from God that we do not deserve Holy Orders - A sacrament in which a man is ordained a minister of the church Holy Spirit - The third person of the Blessed Trinity Historical Account - A documented record of a time, event or person in history Homelessness - A person with no permanent address Hunger - To go without any food or water Illiteracy - Not able to read and write Introductory Rite - Procession, genuflexion, blessing and greeting 174

175 Jewish rituals - Jewish rituals and religious observances are grounded in Jewish law (halakhah, lit. "the path one walks." An elaborate framework of divine mitzvot, or commandments, combined with rabbinic laws and traditions, this law is central to Judaism. Journal - A personal notebook to record spiritual thoughts and feelings Judaeo Christian - Laity - Anyone who is not an ordained minister or member of a religious Lent - Period before Easter in Christian calendar: the period of 40 weekdays before Easter observed in some Christian churches as a period of prayer, penance, fasting, and self-denial. Liturgy of the Eucharist - Liturgy of the Word - Scripture and the Gospel readings Local - The area where we live Marginalized - At the individual level, results in an individual's exclusion from meaningful participation in society Marriage - A sacramental union between a man and a woman Mary (different titles) - Mary is the Mother of God and has been given many titles by the church Media Manipulation - Is an aspect of public relations in which partisans create an image or argument that favors their particular interests Meditate - A form of silent prayer when we listen to God by concentrating on a thought or theme Mentor - A person who you go to for advice and take the advice Messiah - Jesus, the Savior Moral Conscience - Our knowledge of right from wrong Moral Decisions- Our choice is choosing good or evil Moral Virtues - Wisdom, courage, chastity, and justice National - Characteristic of a nation, whole rather than a part of it or section of its territory New Testament - The last 27 Books of the Bible Nicene Creed - A formal statement of the chief tenets of Christian belief, adopted by the first Nicene Council Old Testament - The first 46 Books of the Bible Ordain - Consecrate as holy Parable - A story ascribed to Jesus Christ: a parable that appears in the Bible, as told by Jesus Christ Parish - The Church you attend/belong to Pentecost - is a prominent feast in the liturgical year commemorating the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Disciples of Christ after the Resurrection of Jesus 175

176 Perseverance - Having the will, grace and determination to finish what was started Personal Conversion - A turning toward God Personal Prayer - Time spent talking to God Peter- Appointed by Jesus to be the rock and father of the Church Petition - Something you ask for in prayer to Jesus Pope - The head of the Catholic Church who lives in the Vatican in Rome, Italy Poverty - being poor in body or spirit Precepts of the Catholic Church - The Ten Commandments Priest - An ordained male minister of the Church Prophecy - a prediction that something will occur in the future Proverb - A short verse or statement of truth or moral lesson. Solomon wrote the book of Proverbs. Solomon symbolically represents wisdom Psalm - A sacred song or poem of praise Racial Group - one of the groups of populations regarded as constituting humanity Reconciliation - Forgiveness Redemption - Being saved Religious Orders - Men and women called by God to serve the Church in a religious vocation Renewable Resources - A natural resource is a renewable resource if it is replaced by natural processes and if replenished with the passage of time Respect for Life - Showing care for each other and the world Saints - Persons declared as holy by the Church Sacramental s - Are objects or actions the Church uses to confer spiritual and temporal favors upon the faithful through her intercession. Sacraments - The Catechism of the Catholic Church lists the sacraments as follows: "The whole liturgical life of the Church revolves around the Eucharistic sacrifice and the sacraments. There are seven sacraments in the Church: Baptism, Confirmation or Chrismation, Eucharist, Penance, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony." Salvation - Salvation is being saved from the righteous judgment of God upon the sinner Secular Leaders- Lay people who have made a contribution to the world Sects - A group of people forming a distinct unit within a larger group by virtue of certain refinements or distinctions of belief or practice. Seder Meal - Ritual meal served on the first night of Passover, commemorating the flight of the Jews from Egypt. Service - Doing something for someone else Seven Principles of Catholic Social Teaching - creating a society or institution that is based on the principles of equality and solidarity Sexuality - Born man or woman Silent Reflection - Quiet time alone with God Social Injustice - Unfairness 176

177 Socio-Cultural Changes - Changes in the ideals, values, motives, needs and goals of human beings Solidarity - Oneness, unity Spiritual Works of Mercy - The spiritual works of mercy are: To instruct the ignorant; To counsel the doubtful; To admonish sinners; To bear wrongs patiently; To forgive offences willingly; To comfort the afflicted; To pray for the living and the dead. Stewardship - Service Theological Virtues - Faith, Hope and Love (Charity) Traditional - Trinitarian - is a ritual, belief or object passed down within a society, still maintained in the present, with origins in the past. Trinity - The mystery of three persons in one God. The Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit Triduum - Prayer days before Roman Catholic feast: a period of three days of prayer before a Roman Catholic feast Unique talents - A gift given to us by God different from others Vulnerable - Open to physical or emotional harm 177

178 SEE ADDENDUM: EEE. Copy of Lesson Plan (Provided by your DRE/Parish) FFF. Multiple Intelligences (Included in this document)) GGG. Grade-level glossary (Included in this document) HHH. Diocesan Abuse Report (Available on Diocese of Venice, Florida web page) III. Catechist Job Description (Provided by your JJJ. DRE/Parish) Catechist Evaluation (Available on the Diocese of Venice, Florida web page and available from your DRE) KKK. Catechist Certificate (Information is available on the Diocese of Venice, Florida web page and from your DRE/Parish) CATECHIST CERTIFICATE Catechist certificate will be given upon completion of the three year Into the Fields training program. According to our bishops, adult faith formation (by which people consciously grow in the life of Christ through experience, reflection, prayer, and study,) must be the central task in (this) catechetical enterprise, becoming the axis around which revolves the catechesis of Childhood and adolescence as well as that of old age. The Diocese of Venice, Florida requires that all catechists complete a three year certificate training in Into the Fields. See your Director of Religious Education for more information. 178