Scope and Sequence The list below provides a quick overview of the materials contained in the Purposeful Design Elementary Bible series. It is followed by an introduction to the series and sequential grade-by-grade scope and sequence. Lesson Components Worship Time, Listening Time, and Activity Time sections (Preschool and Kindergarten) Introduction, Directed Instruction, and Review sections (Grade 1 Grade 6) Optional weekly tests (Grade 1 Grade 6) Materials Teacher s Edition Teacher s Heart inspiring devotional Application sidebars presenting questions to promote further discussion Preparation sidebars listing needed materials Extension sidebars listing suggested additional activities Hand icons (Preschool) delineating activities for two age groups Student Activity Book (Preschool) and Student Edition (Kindergarten Grade 6) 34 weekly lessons Stand alone Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter lessons Resources CD Blackline Masters Chapel Programs Bible Illustrations Song lyrics (Preschool-Grade 2) Transparency Masters (Grade 1 Grade 6) PowerPoint presentations in PDF format (Grade 1 Grade 6) Music CD (Preschool Grade 2) Printed Visual Aids (Preschool Grade 2) Time Line (Kindergarten Grade 6) Overview of the Purposeful Design Elementary Bible Series Christian Worldview The goal of the Purposeful Design Elementary Bible series is for every student to develop a Christian worldview. A worldview is that framework from which each person views reality, makes sense of life, and interacts with the world. The Christian worldview holds that the primary reason for each person s existence is to love and serve God. People develop a Christian worldview through both the knowledge and application of Scripture. For this reason, it is essential for students to have an in-depth knowledge of Bible truths as well as the ability to apply Scripture to their daily life.
Overarching Themes Key to the development of a Christian worldview is the presentation of overarching themes that permeate all the Elementary Bible materials, regardless of the lesson topic or grade level. These themes, as follow, are woven throughout the series: God tells His great story in the Bible. God s Word displays God s nature, God s works, and God s plan of redemption. The teaching of sound doctrine from the Bible is central to every lesson. It is this knowledge of God that establishes a solid foundation for life. God s Word is truth. God s Word is true. Students learn that the Bible is the best source for guidance and direction in life. God loves everyone. God loves and cares for people. His desire is for all people to have a right relationship with Him. His intentions toward every person are always gracious and good. Everyone needs to come to a saving faith in Jesus. All people must experience salvation to have a right relationship with God; so the series often presents the gospel message, which involves repentance, personal faith, and acceptance of Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord. A personal relationship with Jesus Christ is dynamic and life-changing as each Christian faithfully grows in knowledge of and obedience to the Lord. Christlike behavior, evangelism, ministry, stewardship, and apologetics are all applications of spiritual growth in Christ. Personal faith is demonstrated by behavior. Students learn to serve others in response to God s love for them and to share the good news of salvation in their homes and neighborhoods and throughout the world. Bible study, prayer, and worship are disciplines for spiritual growth. The series emphasizes spiritual disciplines to help establish and reinforce a biblical worldview as students grow in their faith by consistently using these methods for growth. God s desire is that Christians be conformed to the character of Jesus Christ. This involves a transformation of the mind and the heart through the work of the Holy Spirit, who gives Christians the desire to change and enables them to do the will of God. Students need to know and understand spiritual concepts. As part of the overarching themes throughout the series, each weekly Bible lesson teaches and develops spiritual concepts. These concepts include salvation, grace, mercy, repentance, perseverance, faith, forgiveness, worship, thanksgiving, praise, aspects of God s divine nature, and a personal relationship with God. Expected Student Outcomes A strong Bible program requires that students not only acquire skills and knowledge but also grow in faith and demonstrate that faith by their behavior. For this reason, each lesson has a unique set of expected students outcomes statements of desired student outcomes in the areas of life application, skills, and knowledge through studying the lesson. Because growth in faith is an individual matter, students will come to apply Scripture over the course of time as they grow in their relationship with God. Translations The Purposeful Design Elementary Bible series can be used in conjunction with any translation of the Bible. In an effort to maintain a translation-nonspecific Bible series, verses or passages of Scripture are frequently referenced but seldom quoted. Unless otherwise noted, any direct quotations from Scripture that appear in the Teacher or Student Editions have been taken from the New King James Version (NKJV). Series Grade-Level Subjects Level Subject Level Third Grade Subject Studies in the life of Christ, the early Church, and missions from the time of Paul until now Studies in the basic doctrines of the Church Preschool Kindergarten First Grade Second Grade Familiar Bible truths that emphasize God s love Familiar Bible truths that emphasize God s loving care Familiar Bible truths that emphasize God s relationship to people Studies on character traits of various people in the Bible with application to students life Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Studies in the Old Testament that emphasize choices and their consequences Studies in the New Testament that emphasize application to students personal life
Kindergarten Familiar Bible truths that emphasize God s loving care Lesson Title Lesson Summary Core Concepts Memory Verses 1 God Made My World God creates the universe, including Adam and Eve. Students express thankfulness for God s creation and God s character. omniscience, omnipresence, omnipotence Psalm 24:1a 2 Adam and Eve Learning from Adam and Eve s sin and God s abiding love, students differentiate between obedience and disobedience. 3 Noah God saves Noah and promises not to flood the earth again. Students realize that sin has consequences and affirm that God keeps His promises. 4 Abraham From God s call on Abraham to become the father of many nations, students identify ways to hear God speak. 5 Young Isaac Students express thankfulness that every human life, like Isaac s, is special to God and part of His plan. 6 Joseph God blesses Joseph, who forgives his brothers. Students demonstrate an attitude of forgiveness because God loves and forgives them. 7 Moses Moses fulfills God s plan to deliver the Israelites. Students praise God because He has a plan for their life. 8 Samson Like Samson, students acknowledge that their strength and help come from the Lord. 9 Young Samuel Following Samuel s example, students identify ways to serve others. 10 Samuel Anoints Two Kings After learning about Saul and David, students contrast obedience and disobedience and choose to obey. 11 David and Goliath David slays Goliath. Everyone sees the awesome power of God. Students conclude that God will help them with the obstacles they face. 12 David and Jonathan Like David and Jonathan, students demonstrate kindness and loyalty in their own friendships. 13 Thanksgiving Imitating the Psalms, students give thanks to God in a variety of ways. 14 King David and Mephibosheth Like David, students show faithfulness and compassion to others. temptation, sin, sin nature, mercy judgment, covenant listening to God, obedience, covenant blessing, faithfulness, provision, joy relationship to others, resolve, forgiveness omnipotence, leadership, sin, temptation, disobedience listening to God, selflessness, obedience listening to God, leadership, disobedience, blessing Isaiah 53:6a b Genesis 9:13 Psalm 85:8a Luke 1:37 Romans 12:21 Romans 8:28 Matthew 6:13a b Joshua 3:9b John 14:15 courage, boldness, selflessness Zechariah 4:6b loyalty, kindness, relationship to others Proverbs 17:17a thanksgiving, praise, love Psalm 106:1 faithfulness, compassion, leadership 1 John 4:21
Lesson Title Lesson Summary Core Concepts Memory Verses 15 Esther Following Esther s example, students evidence selflessness toward others. 16 The Fiery Furnace God protects Daniel s friends. Students demonstrate courage when faced with negative peer pressure. 17 Christmas Christ is born. The shepherds and wise men worship Him. Students recognize God s love for them and give to others. 18 Daniel in the Lions Den God protects Daniel. Students choose to do the right thing even when it is difficult. 19 Jonah God shows mercy to Jonah and the Ninevites. Students demonstrate prompt obedience even when they may not want to obey. 20 John and Jesus Fulfill Prophecy From the examples of John the Baptist s birth and the prophecies of Simeon and Anna about Jesus life, students learn that God knows and plans the future. 21 John the Baptist Imitating John the Baptist, students invite others to learn about Jesus. 22 Jesus and the Disciples Jesus calls 12 disciples to follow Him. Students express a desire to follow Jesus and serve others. 23 Jesus Calms a Storm Jesus heals Peter s mother-in-law and later calms a storm. Students follow Jesus example to care for the needs of people in all circumstances. 24 Jesus Is the Good Shepherd 25 The Parable of the Sower 26 The Good Samaritan Jesus, the Good Shepherd, tells the parable of the lost sheep, Students relate the lost sheep in the parable to those who do not know Jesus. They recognize that they are precious. Jesus tells the parable of the sower and the seed. Students choose to listen to God s Word and put it into practice. Jesus tells the parable of the good Samaritan. Students feel compassion and demonstrate thoughtfulness to all people. 27 The Ten Lepers One healed leper returns to thank Jesus. Students express thankfulness in their daily life. 28 Jesus and the Children Out of Jesus love for them, students show love to God and others in word and deed. courage, selflessness, 1 Corinthians 16:13 14 faith, courage, Joshua 1:9 love, omnipotence, hope, worship, praise, angels prayer, courage, relationship to God, disobedience, mercy, repentance Luke 2:11 Colossians 4:2 Micah 6:8 prophecy, blessing, salvation Malachi 3:1a Trinity, divinity, evangelism equipping, servanthood, relationship to God compassion, omnipotence, love Mark 1:11 John 13:35 Psalm 111:4 compassion, love John 10:27 evangelism, listening to God, growing in faith compassion, kindness, relationship to others James 1:22 Luke 6:31 omnipotence, mercy, praise Psalm 100:4 love, relationship to others, gentleness Mark 10:14b
Lesson Title Lesson Summary Core Concepts Memory Verses 29 Easter Students recount the events of the death, burial, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus. They practice being a faithful friend. love, omnipotence, salvation, resurrection, selflessness, forgiveness John 3:16 30 Lazarus Following Jesus example of loving Lazarus, Mary, and Martha, students share ways to love others. 31 Zacchaeus Like Zacchaeus, students acknowledge that they need to repent and try to restore relationships when they are in the wrong. 32 Peter Is Rescued God answers prayer regarding Peter and delivers him from prison. Students share prayer requests for help in times of need. 33 Paul and Silas Paul and Silas share their faith in prison. Students realize that they can praise God and each be a witness for Him in all circumstances. 34 Paul and the Shipwreck Paul s ministry continues as he journeys to Rome and is shipwrecked. Students express that God is with them and helps them even when they are afraid. love, omnipotence, relationship to others repentance, salvation, restoration persecution, faith, prayer, prayer, worship,, evangelism, salvation prayer, listening to God, 1 John 4:11 2 Corinthians 5:17 1 Thessalonians 5:16 18 Psalm 147:1 Psalm 91:15