Lesson and Overview
Chapter 8 Lesson and Overview Downloadable Resource
In this chapter the students will learn about the Israelites, their enslavement in Egypt, and the Exodus.

In this chapter the children will learn:

• Egypt became the home of the Israelites
• God chose Moses to lead his people
• God helped his people
• God guided his people to freedom

Family Activity: Discovering Judaism, the Jewish Seder
Passover is a Jewish festival which celebrates liberation from slavery. The Seder is a symbolic
meal during the festival. The symbols used include matzoh, bitter herbs, salt water, the
paschal lamb, and parsley. They represent the conditions of slavery and the events leading to the deliverance of the Jews from Egypt as recounted in the Old Testament. The aim of the Seder is to make the participants understand that they are a part of the Jewish People and that this history and redemption applies to them.

Online Assessment: Due for Completion by 11/16/2020
Direct students to the Sadlier Connect website: https://religion.sadlierconnect.com/@PAR70079
Using the username and password assigned to you, log in and take the online assessment for Chapter 8:  AN ENSLAVED PEOPLE. Please have your student complete and submt the assessment by the end of Monday, 11/16/2020.

Lesson and Overview
Chapter 9 Lesson and Overview Downloadable Resource
In this chapter the students will learn about the Israelites, their enslavement in Egypt, and the Exodus.

In this chapter the children will learn:

• Moses led God’s people through the wilderness
• God gave his people the law
• The people built God a dwelling place
• God led his people toward the promised land

Family Activity: Discovering Judaism, The Torah
In its narrowest sense, the Torah consists of the first five books of the Bible: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy. In the broadest meaning of the word, the Torah is the entire body of Jewish law and teachings. The Jewish scriptures (the written Torah) are hand-
written on parchment scrolls and kept in a large cabinet called an “ark.” These scrolls are holy and out of reverence are not to be touched. Readers follow the text with a Yad, a pointer often in the shape of a hand.

Online Assessment: Due for Completion by 11/30/2020
Direct students to the Sadlier Connect website: https://religion.sadlierconnect.com/@PAR70079
Using the username and password assigned to you, log in and take the online assessment for Chapter 9:  A FREE PEOPLE. Please have your student complete and submt the assessment by the end of Monday, 11/30/2020.

Lesson and Overview
Chapter 10 Lesson and Overview Downloadable Resource
In this chapter the students will learn about the conquest of Canaan.

In this chapter the children will learn:

• God’s people conquered Canaan.
• God’s people settled in Canaan.
• Samson was the most famous judge.
• Ruth lived a life of self-sacrifice.

Family Activity: Imagine You Were there
Printable Activity Sheet
Have the children imagine that they are present at the fall of the walls of Jericho and they want to record the experience—including feelings, emotions, and the reactions of the people around for future generations. In the position of a historian, an artist, or a poet, create your description in prose, drawing, or poetry. The point of view can be that of an Israelite, a Canaanite, or a neutral observer.

Online Assessment: Due for Completion by 12/07/2020
Direct students to the Sadlier Connect website: https://religion.sadlierconnect.com/@PAR70079
Using the username and password assigned to you, log in and take the online assessment for Chapter 10:  A CONQUERING PEOPLE. Please have your student complete and submt the assessment by the end of Monday, 12/07/2020.

Lesson and Overview
Chapter 11 Lesson and Overview Downloadable Resource
In this chapter they will learn about the transformation of Israel under the lead- ership of Saul and David.

In this chapter the children will learn:

• God called Samuel to serve him.
• Saul became Israel’s first king.
• God chose David to lead Israel.
• David was declared the king of Israel.

Family Activity: More Like Christ
Printable Activity Sheet
Read the Our Catholic Life article found in Chapter 11 about Saint Ignatius Loyola and spiritual growth. Think about ways you can be more like Christ. Make a list of ten “spiritual exercises” that you can do to help yourself and share with others to become more like Christ.

Online Assessment: Due for Completion by 12/14/2020
Direct students to the Sadlier Connect website: https://religion.sadlierconnect.com/@PAR70079
Using the username and password assigned to you, log in and take the online assessment for Chapter 11:  A CONQUERING PEOPLE. Please have your student complete and submt the assessment by the end of Monday, 12/14/2020.

Lesson and Overview
Chapter 12 Lesson and Overview Downloadable Resource
In this chapter they will learn about the transformation of Israel under the lead- ership of Saul and David.

In this chapter the children will learn:

• God called Samuel to serve him.
• Saul became Israel’s first king.
• God chose David to lead Israel.
• David was declared the king of Israel.

Family Activity: Prayer for Peace
Printable Activity Sheet
Solomon’s reign was a time of peace and prosperity for Israel. Write a prayer for peace and prosperity for all nations.

Online Assessment: Due for Completion by 1/4/2021
Direct students to the Sadlier Connect website: https://religion.sadlierconnect.com/@PAR70079
Using the username and password assigned to you, log in and take the online assessment for Chapter 12:   A PROSPEROUS PEOPLE. Please have your student complete and submt the assessment by the end of Monday, 1/4/2021.

Lesson and Overview
Chapter 13 Lesson and Overview Downloadable Resource
In this chapter the students will learn that during Advent the Church prepares for the celebration of Christmas.

Family Discussion: How Did Advent Prepare Us for Christmas
Discuss waiting to celebrate special days. Talk about how the excitement builds as you get closer. What ways did your family prepare for Christmas during the Advent season. What did you do differently this year?

Online Assessment: Review for unit test to be completed by 1/25/21

Lesson and Overview
Chapter 14 Lesson and Overview Downloadable Resource
In this chapter the students will learn that the season of Christmas is a time to celebrate the Incarnation.

Family Discussion: Your Favorite Part of Christmas
Discuss how you celebrated Christmas different this year. What was your favorite part about the season? 

Online Assessment: Due for Completion by 1/25/2021
Direct students to the Sadlier Connect website: https://religion.sadlierconnect.com/@PAR70079
Using the username and password assigned to you, log in and take the online assessment for Chapter 14 UNIT TEST. Please have your student complete and submt the assessment by the end of Monday, 1/25/21.