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Catholic Education Week 2014: SERVING IN THE LOVE OF CHRIST
DAY 5: … Serve with Joy
BOOK TITLE:
Suggested Grade Level:
INTERMEDIATE
One Love
Cedella Marley
AUTHOR:
ILLUSTRATOR: Vanessa Brantley Newton
ISBN:
9781452102245
BOOK DESCRIPTION:
MATERIALS:
Adapted from one of Bob Marley's most beloved songs, One Love brings the joyful
spirit and unforgettable lyrics of his music to life for a new generation. The book
celebrates the efforts of one girl who enlists her community to help transform her
neighbourhood for the better. Adapted by Cedella Marley, Bob Marley's first child,
the book illustrates the joy that comes from a shared love for community. TEACHER
INFORMATION: Scripture reminds us that we are ‘one body in Christ’. Jesus is the
ultimate expression of God’s love for humanity. It is in serving each other in
relationship that we achieve such love. The joy of community depicted in this book
illustrates the love we bring to each other.
o Video camera / handheld
recording device (ensure
Media Release has been
approved)
o Ontario Catholic School
Graduate Expectations
booklets (ICE)
CATHOLIC CONNECTIONS:
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MINISTRY CURRICULUM
LINKS:
o Computers/iPads/Smartboard™
o Background music of Bob
Marley’s ‘One Love’ song
OCSGE: 1c, 1g, 2a, 2c, 3f, 6e, 7i
Catholic Social Teachings: We are called to live in faith and community. Jesus
taught us that people need other people. He lived in a community of family and
friends. With the help of Jesus, we create loving community.
Scripture Connections: Luke 4:18
Religious Education Program: Celebrating-H.E. 3; Living in Communion – H.E. 3;
Living in Solidarity – H.E. 1, 2
MINDS ON (Before)
Approximately: 10 min.
Media Literacy: ML 1.1-1.6
Reading:
OE 1, 1.5
Arts:
A1.2, 2.1
PAUSE & PONDER
Learning Goal:
 Inspired by the images of the text and the lyrics of the Bob Marley song,
‘One World’, we will create video presentations to accompany the song.
Through a video, students are able to create a visual presentation about the gifts of
love and community that demonstrates their understanding of the five themes
explored this week and specifically, ‘Serving in the love of Christ with JOY’.
Making Connections:
o When you hear the title ‘One Love’, what comes to your mind?
Listen to the Bob Marley song ‘One Love.’ ♪
o What do you know about this musical artist? Tell the students that Bob
Marley is a Jamaican singer/songwriter who became world famous and
spread popularity of a new musical genre known as reggae. He promoted a
message of humanity and peace.
Assessment for Learning:
In group discussions, provide
charts and visuals of discussion.
Assessment as Learning:
 Think/Pair/Share
 Creation of Word Wall
Self-Assessment:
Identify personal thoughts and
insights. These are recorded in
reading response book.
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Making Connections:
There are many songs about love and humanity. Common themes of many world
religions are the ‘Golden Rule’ and the Common Good. In the Christian tradition,
Jesus Christ is our model of how this is lived. There are many Gospel moments and
messages that Jesus gives us as examples about how to live with peace, compassion
and love.
Take a moment to reflect:
o Where do you see service in love in your own community?
Bob Marley’s oldest daughter has become an author of children’s books. Let’s listen
to the song and look at his daughter’s interpretation. This book is dedicated to her
father’s memory.
ACTION
(During)
Approximately: 30 min.
1. Listen to the song ‘One Love’ by Bob Marley or watch a YouTube™ video.
Make sure to watch the official version!
2. Read aloud the book, giving students time to look closely at the beautiful
illustrations. An ELMO™ (document camera) would be ideal to project the
illustrations. Refer to the book’s illustrations and Bob Marley’s song. How do
Bob Marley and Cedella Marley celebrate the love of community?
3. Listen to this scripture passage about the ministry of Jesus. (Read Luke 4: 18).
What words and phrases connect with the idea of Christian service? As a
group, brainstorm various Gospel words and phrases from this passage and
others that reinforce the idea of Christian service. Remind them of the overall
theme of SERVING WITH JOY IN THE LOVE OF CHRIST.
4. For our class culminating presentation, we are going to create a video to the
Bob Marley song ‘One Love’. We will hold up cardboard signs with gospel
words and phrases that illustrate Jesus’ model of service in love (e.g. ‘Bring
Good News to the poor’). We can think of many words and images that are
about the ministry of Jesus. Also, the words of the themes of this education
week would be great to include.
CONSOLIDATION (After)
Approximately: 15 min.
PAUSE & PONDER
Differentiation (DI):
Students can work individually
or in groups.
Some may choose to write or
explore a different creative way
to demonstrate the messages
of “One Love” and serving with
joy.
Some students can benefit
from symbols or images about
faith rather than words. These
can be displayed on a chart.
Assessment of Learning:
Does the student work on the
presentation meet the success
criteria and the Learning Goal?
PAUSE & PONDER
Reflective Activity
Record the themes of the week on a chart or SmartBoard™. Let’s think
of the many ways that we can Serve with Joy in the Love of Christ.
Now for our celebratory gathering, we will watch the video that
demonstrates our thinking, discussion and creative collaborations.
Invite another class to come
and watch the class video.
It could also be shared at an
assembly or at the closing of a
mass celebration for Catholic
Education Week 2014.