Grade 1 Scripture Study, Chapter 5: Deuteronomy 9, Remembering Mercy and Humility
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Read or model each lesson together, then use the practice page. Adjust pacing for actual readiness. These are introductory instructional chapters, not full-year textbooks.
Day 1: Remember the Context: Deuteronomy 9:1-6
Learn: Read with an adult. Moses speaks to Israel about entering the land and warns against claiming that the land is given because of their own righteousness. The passage discusses other peoples and ancient warfare; adult guidance is essential.
Model and guided practice: Observe who is speaking, who is addressed, and the reason Moses says Israel should not claim personal righteousness.
After the demonstration, complete the matching Day 1 questions. Say or write why at least one answer is correct.
Day 2: Remember the Calf: Deuteronomy 9:7-12
Learn: Read verses 7-12. Moses reminds Israel of past rebellion and refers to the molten calf. Identify the event rather than inventing motives beyond the passage.
Model and guided practice: Find the reference to the tablets and the image made by the people. A retelling should keep the actions in correct order.
After the demonstration, complete the matching Day 2 questions. Say or write why at least one answer is correct.
Day 3: Moses Intercedes: Deuteronomy 9:13-21
Learn: Read with an adult. Moses describes his response to the people’s wrongdoing and his pleading before Yahuah. Difficult language should be handled in context and not used to frighten young learners.
Model and guided practice: A helpful retelling identifies what Israel did, how Moses responded, and whom Moses addressed.
After the demonstration, complete the matching Day 3 questions. Say or write why at least one answer is correct.
Day 4: Recall the Pattern: Deuteronomy 9:22-29
Learn: Read the selected verses with an adult. Moses recalls further episodes and asks Yahuah to remember His servants and His people. Identify what the passage directly says before offering a family application.
Model and guided practice: Make two columns: Israel’s actions and Moses’ words to Yahuah. Do not treat a modern illustration as a verse.
After the demonstration, complete the matching Day 4 questions. Say or write why at least one answer is correct.
Day 5: Independent Passage Check
Learn: Reread selected passages in Deuteronomy 9:1-6, 7-12, and 25-29. Use verse references. An adult may help locate texts but should not supply the answers.
Model and guided practice: This is an introductory textual check, not a full commentary on the chapter.
After the demonstration, complete the matching Day 5 questions. Say or write why at least one answer is correct.
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