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Week 49 Holding Fast

Revelation 1-5 “Glory, and Power, Be unto…the Lamb for Ever”

Song: “Jesus, Once of Humble Birth”

Videos:
Behold I Stand at the Door and Knock from Latter Day Kids

More Stuff:
Come, Follow Me Family Fun Activity Overcoming the Adversary through Jesus Christ from the Liahona magazine (scroll down a little to find it)

More Ideas:
Do the “Symbol Sketch and Guess” activity from The Ensign. Can print up the word strips below to use for this:

Lamb of God Puzzle created by Crystal from theredcrystal.org. Cut apart the puzzle and
take turns choosing pieces. As each piece is chosen, read and discuss the description of Jesus on it.

Treat:
Why should glory and power be unto the Lamb (Christ) forever? Review what we
know about Jesus Christ and why He’s important to us while making these lamb treats from Dancing Through the Rain (using graham crackers, small marshmallows, frosting, candy melts, and candy eyes).

Week 50 Dragon Vs. Lamb Dodgeball

Revelation 6-14 “They Overcame…by the Blood of the Lamb”

Song: “I Will Be Valiant”

Videos:
Introduction Our Heavenly Father’s Plan
Choose the Light
The Work of These Last Days
Chapter 3: The Angel Moroni and the Gold Plates
The Car Wash from Latter Day Kids
Come Create with Me Lamb Mask Craft (you will need paper plates and cotton balls)

From the Manual:
Revelation 12:7–11; 14:6 Some family members might enjoy drawing pictures of the visions described in Revelation. For example, drawing pictures based on Revelation 12 could lead to discussions about the War in Heaven (see verses 7–11). Pictures based on Revelation 14:6 could lead to discussions about the Restoration of the gospel.

After reading Revelation 14:6 together, consider showing pictures of the angel Moroni and of other angels who helped restore the gospel in our day. Perhaps family members could take turns holding up one of the pictures and sharing reasons they are thankful that angels came “having the everlasting gospel to preach unto [us].”

Treat:
Make a simple sword treat like this one from Rainy Day Mum. Discuss this part of the manual, and then talk about how Christ and our testimonies are more valuable weapons in this war than swords.
From the Manual: We don’t know a lot about the War in Heaven, but there is a vivid though brief description of it in Revelation 12:7–11. As you read these verses, picture yourself as part of that premortal conflict. What do you learn about how Satan is overcome? (see verse 11). The war that started in heaven continues on earth, as Satan persists to “make war with [those who] have the testimony of Jesus Christ” (Revelation 12:17). What do you learn from Revelation 13 about how he is waging that war today? How do “the blood of the Lamb” and “the word of [your] testimony” (Revelation 12:11) continue to help you in this war?

Week 51 Christmas

“Good Tidings of Great Joy”

Song: “Once Within a Lowly Stable”

Videos:
The Christ Child video from the church (17:56 long)
Come Create With Me – Nativity (15-minute drawing tutorial)
More Christmas Videos from the Church
The Nativity Story from Latter Day Kids

Primary Christmas Songs:
Here are some LDS Christmas songs you can play in the background while the kids color the ornaments/wreath.

Treat:
Make these Rice Krispies Wreaths. Review parts of the Nativity story or list reasons why Christ is important to us while putting M & M’s on the top.

or

Christmas Candy Nativity (click to see past lesson plan with instructions) – We have done this a couple of times in the past. Our kids LOVE doing it and requested to make them again this year. It is a great way to have fun while inviting the spirit of Christmas into your home.

Week 52 Fleeing Babylon

Revelation 15-22 “He That Overcometh Shall Inherit All Things”

Song: “When He Comes Again”

Videos:
Dare to Stand Alone
Light the World Follow the Example of Jesus Christ

From the Manual:
Revelation 15:2–4 As your family discusses these verses, which refer to “the song of Moses” and “the song of the Lamb,” you might read the song of Moses in Exodus 15:1–19, along with other songs mentioned in the scriptures, like Doctrine and Covenants 84:98–102. Why might those who get “the victory over the beast” (Revelation 15:2) feel like singing songs like these? Perhaps your family could sing a hymn or children’s song of praise.

Treat:
From the manual: Share with the children some images or details that John used to describe celestial glory (see Revelation 21:1, 3–4, 22–27; 22:1–2), and invite the children to draw pictures of these things.

Use edible playdough to make models of these descriptions.

Week 45 The Faithful Race

Hebrews 7-13 “An High Priest of Good Things to Come”

Song: “Faith” or “True to the Faith”

Videos:
God’s Priesthood Power- Covenant Path 5- minute cartoon from the church
Sacrifice and Sacrament
The Tabernacle
Good Things to Come
An High Priest of Good Things to Come talk from Elder Holland
Faith is the Evidence of Things Not Seen from Latter Day Kids

From the Manual:
If someone asked you to define faith, what would you say? Sister Anne C. Pingree drew on language from Hebrews 11 to give this definition of faith: “The spiritual ability to be persuaded of promises that are seen ‘afar off’ but that may not be attained in this life” (“Seeing the Promises Afar Off,” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2003, 14).

Consider developing your own definition of faith as you ponder the ideas in Hebrews 11. What do the examples of the people mentioned in this chapter teach you about faith? (See also Ether 12:6–22.)

What promises do you see “afar off”? How can you show the Lord that you are “persuaded of them, and [have] embraced them”? (Hebrews 11:13).

Treat:
From the manual: Hebrews 12:5–11 Why does the Lord chasten and correct us? What do we notice in these verses about the way the Lord sees chastisement? How do these verses affect the way we give or receive chastisement?

Show them a simple cookie recipe and tell them you’re going to make cookies. Start throwing in ingredients that don’t follow the recipe (things that will obviously ruin the cookies, like peas or a pinch of flour instead of cups of flour). If anyone corrects you, relate that to the Lord correcting us through chastening. Remind them that He corrects us because He cares about us and wants to help us be happy and receive blessings.

Week 46 Sweet and Bitter Words

James “Be Ye Doers of the Word, and Not Hearers Only”

Song: “Have I Done Any Good?”

Videos:
James Taught the Gospel
Joseph in the Sacred Grove Come Create With Me Game
Ask of God: Joseph Smith’s First Vision
True Christianity
Joseph Smith’s First Vision
Continue in Patience (marshmallow experiment with kids to see if they could be patient to earn more)
The First Vision from Latter Day Kids

From the Manual:
James 1:26; 3:1–18 The words I speak have the power to hurt or bless others. Among the rich imagery James used throughout his epistle, some of his most vivid language is found in his counsel about language. Consider making a list of all the ways James described the tongue or mouth. What does each comparison or image suggest about the words we speak? Think of something you can do to bless someone with your words (see Doctrine and Covenants 108:7).

James 3 includes many images that could inspire memorable object lessons to help your family remember to speak kindly. For example, you could build a fire together and talk about how a small, unkind word can cause a big problem (see verses 5–6). Or you could serve something sour in something that is usually used for sweet food—such as lemon juice in a honey jar. This could lead to a discussion about using sweet and uplifting words (see verses 9–14).

Treat:
Use marshmallows or another treat to do the experiment explained in the Continue in Patience video from the church (see if they can wait without eating it to earn more treats). Watch the video and discuss.

Week 47 Glorifying God

1 and 2 Peter “Rejoice with Joy Unspeakable and Full of Glory”

Song: “Family History – I Am Doing It”

Videos:
Joy in Every Season from Latter Day Kids

From The Manual:
1 Peter 2:5–10 As you read these verses with your family, consider using rocks to help family members visualize Peter’s teachings that the Savior is our “chief corner stone.” How are we like the “lively [living] stones” that God is using to build His kingdom? What do we learn from Peter about the Savior and our role in His kingdom? What is Peter’s message to your family?

1 Peter 3:8–17 How can we “be ready always to give an answer” to those who ask us about our faith? Your family might enjoy role-playing situations in which someone approaches them with a question about the gospel.

1 Peter 3:18–20; 4:6 What can your family do to feel connected to your ancestors? Perhaps you could celebrate deceased ancestors’ birthdays by preparing their favorite meals, looking at pictures, or telling stories from their lives. If possible, you could also plan to receive ordinances for your ancestors in the temple (for help, visit FamilySearch.org).

More Ideas:
Weaving (Through the power of Jesus Christ, I can develop my divine nature) – Does Christ expect us to become like him suddenly? Help them see that this is something that takes time, but each small thing we do to become more like Christ can end up making a big difference. Compare this to a piece of yarn and show picture from the manual of what lots of pieces of yarn can look like when they’re combined together to form a beautiful tapestry.

Read/discuss/summarize the quote from the manual: “The attributes of the Savior … are interwoven characteristics, added one to another, which develop in us in interactive ways. In other words, we cannot obtain one Christlike characteristic without also obtaining and influencing others. As one characteristic becomes strong, so do many more.” (Robert D. Hales)
Craft: Use colored construction paper or copy the weaving strips/mat below onto two separate colors of paper. Read 2 Peter 1:5-7 and discuss each of the Christlike attributes listed (faith, virtue, knowledge, temperance, patience, godliness, brotherly kindness, and charity) while weaving the strips onto the mat.
Instructions for weaving found here.
Glue picture of Christ on top of weaving when done.
2 Peter 1:5 says we should give “all diligence” as we try to get these attributes that Jesus had to become more like Him. Talk about ways we can give diligence to trying to become like Jesus. Remind them that we’ll feel more joy in our lives as we become more like Him.

Download Printable Weaving Activity Here:

You can also use yarn and popsicle sticks to do a weaving project like this one.

Treat:
Make sugar cube temples. We have done this a couple of times, and our girls LOVE making them! One thing we’ve learned to do that helps it go more smoothly is to put homemade frosting in a bowl (powdered sugar mixed with milk), and then they can just dip the bottom of their cubes in the frosting before putting them on their temple. It does drip a little bit, so putting a disposable tablecloth underneath it all would help make cleanup a lot easier. 🙂

Week 48 God and Jesus Hearts

1-3 John; Jude “God Is Love”

Song: “Where Love Is”

Videos:
I Will Always Love You from Latter Day Kids
Jesus is Our Light Come Create with Me drawing tutorial (use black paper with white markers/crayons to draw if possible)

From the Manual:
1 John 2:8–11 To help your family ponder John’s teachings, gather in a dark room so family members can experience the difference between walking “in darkness” and walking “in the light.” How does hatred cause us to walk in darkness and stumble? How does loving each other bring light into our lives?

1 John 3:21–22 What in these verses increases the “confidence” that we have in God and in our ability to receive answers to our prayers?

1 John 5:2–3 Are there any commandments that we consider “grievous” or difficult to follow? How does our love for God change the way we feel about His commandments?

3 John 1:4 What does it mean to “walk in truth”? You might take this opportunity to tell family members how you have seen them walk in truth and talk about the joy this brings you. Family members might enjoy writing about or drawing truths they have learned on paper footprints and using them to make a path your family can walk on together.

More Ideas:
Make this lantern to remind them of the light that Jesus can bring into our lives. Put a tealight inside of it to make it shine. Created by Crystal from www.theredcrystal.org.

Overcoming the World Activity:
Read the story excerpt below from Elder Neil L. Andersen. Talk about how amazing it would be to experience that and how it is possible for us to receive those blessings. Remind them that Heavenly Father and Jesus love us, and that they also want us to receive those blessings.
Read/discuss/summarize 1 John 5:4-5. Talk about what it means to overcome the world and how our faith can help us overcome the world.
Read/discuss/summarize 1 John 2:24-25.
Elder Neil L. Andersen said, “Overcoming the world is not one defining moment in a lifetime, but a lifetime of moments that define an eternity.”
Banner Coloring Page: Have each family member draw a picture of themselves on the “These Are They Who Have Overcome the World” banner page. While coloring, talk about specific things we could focus on to help us as we try to overcome the world (for us it’s probably going to be things like being reverent during church, scripture study, prayers, etc.).
Read/discuss/summarize John 16:33 and John 3:16-21. Talk about how Jesus overcame the world and is able to help us also overcome the world.

Treat:
Use pie dough and strawberry jam to make these cute love notes from Delish.

Week 41 Building Faith

Philippians; Colossians “I Can Do All Things Through Christ Which Strengtheneth Me”

Song: “Rejoice, the Lord is King!”

Videos:
Faith is Like Planting a Seed from Latter Day Kids
Spiritual Whirlwinds
The Trial of Adversity


From the Manual:
How can you tell that Jesus Christ is helping you become a “new man [or woman]”? One way to ponder this is to explore Colossians 3:1–17 and make a list of the attitudes, attributes, and actions of the “old man” and another list of the attitudes, attributes, and actions of the “new man.”

Colossians 2:2–3 Your family might enjoy filling a “treasure chest” with things that represent the “riches” and “treasures of wisdom and knowledge” you find in the gospel.

Show objects or pictures that represent things that help you “rejoice in the Lord” (Philippians 4:4), such as His creations, a temple, His Resurrection, or a family. Let the children take turns selecting a picture or object, and then tell them why it makes you happy. Invite them to share things that help them rejoice in the Lord.

Treat:
Read/discuss/summarize Colossians 2:6. Remind them that when we believe in Christ, we will also follow in his footsteps and try to live the way He did. We should follow Him and be like Him. Use Milanos and mini Charleston Chews to make footprint cookies using the directions from UpdikeUpdates

Week 42 Quenching the Spirit

1 and 2 Thessalonians “Perfect That Which is Lacking in Your Faith”

Song: “I’m Trying to be Like Jesus”

Videos:
Voice of the Spirit
Feeling the Holy Ghost: Power of the Holy Spirit
Tuning In To The Holy Ghost from Latter Day Kids

From the Manual:
As you review Paul’s counsel in 1 Thessalonians 5:14–25, invite each family member to find a phrase that the family could focus on. Find creative ways to display these phrases in your home as a reminder. For example, each person might find or draw pictures that illustrate or reinforce the phrase he or she chose.

From The Friend:
Friend Stories and Activities about the Holy Ghost


Treat:
Use candy corn and yellow frosting to make sunshine cupcakes (using instructions from Taste of Home) to remind them that Jesus brings light to our lives. 2 Thessalonians 2:8 explains that the Lord will destroy wickedness from Satan with the BRIGHTNESS of His coming. Remind them that Christ brings light and happiness. Satan gives us darkness, confusion, and unhappiness.

Week 43 The Scriptures Make Me Wise

1 and 2 Timothy; Titus; Philemon “Be Thou an Example of the Believers”

Song: “Shine On”

Videos:
Know Christ Through the Scriptures
Scripture Study video from Latter Day Kids

From The Manual:
Ask the children to talk about their most prized possession. What do they do with it? How do they treat it? Let them take turns holding the scriptures and carefully turning the pages. What do we use the scriptures for? Why should we take good care of them? Testify that the scriptures contain truths that Heavenly Father wants us to know.

To help your family members desire to be “an example of the believers,” consider inviting them to draw pictures of people who have been good examples to them. How have these people inspired us to follow Jesus Christ? President Thomas S. Monson’s message “Be an Example and a Light” (Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2015, 86–88) can give some ideas on how to be an example to others.

2 Timothy 3:14–17 According to these verses, what blessings come to those who know and study the scriptures? Perhaps family members could share scriptures they have found to be especially “profitable.”

From the Liahona:
Keep the Faith Come Follow Me Family Fun Activity (scroll down a little to see it)

Treat:
Follow instructions from I Can Teach My Child to make scripture cookies.

Week 44 Hearing, Feeling, and Acting

Hebrews 1-6 “Jesus Christ, the Author of Eternal Salvation”

Song: “I Need Thee Every Hour”

Videos:
Mountains to Climb
A Soft Heart from Latter Day Kids

From the Manual:
Hebrews 2:9–10 To explore the phrase “captain of their salvation,” you could begin by discussing what a captain does. What does salvation mean? How is Jesus Christ like a captain for us and our salvation?

Invite the children to draw pictures of themselves with their parents. Ask them to share what they have in common with their parents. Explain that when Hebrews 1:3 says that Jesus Christ is “the express image of [God’s] person,” it means that Jesus and Heavenly Father have the same qualities and attributes. Talk with the children about how following Jesus Christ brings us closer to Heavenly Father.

Invite the children to read Matthew 13:15; Hebrews 3:15; Mosiah 11:29; and Moses 6:27. Ask them to draw on the board the body parts mentioned in these verses. What does it mean to have spiritually dull ears, blind eyes, and hard hearts? How can we make sure that our ears, eyes, and hearts are ready to recognize the voice of the Spirit?

Treat:
Make Million Dollar Layered Shortbread Bars while talking about how our testimonies of Christ are priceless and worth more than even a million dollars.

Week 37 Road to Repentance

2 Corinthians 1-7 “Be Ye Reconciled to God”

Song: “Help Me, Dear Father”

Videos:
A Visit With Elder Soares
Reunited By Faith
The Goal: A Story of Faith, Friendship, and Forgiveness cartoon


More Church Stuff:
10 Tips for Teaching Repentance from the Liahona
Repentance Stories from The Friend
Repentance Come Create with Me craft video (you’ll need cotton balls and blue and yellow paper)

From the Manual:
2 Corinthians 5:17. Can your family think of or find examples in nature of things that go through remarkable transformations and become new creatures? (see the picture at the end of this outline). How can the gospel of Jesus Christ change us?

Treat:
Make a white treat (such as one from the links below) to review how sins can become as clean as white snow through Christ (Isaiah 1:18).

Week 38 Cheerful Giving

2 Corinthians 8-13 “God Loveth a Cheerful Giver”

Song: “Give, Said the Little Stream”

Videos:
Helping Others As Jesus Did
The Old Shoemaker video from the church
How to Teach the Joys of Service church video for parents
Conference Talk from Russell M. Nelson, “The Second Great Commandment,” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2019, 96–100

From the Manual:
Read 2 Corinthians 8:1–15; 9:6–15, making note of principles Paul taught about caring for the poor and needy. What inspires you about Paul’s counsel? You might pray for guidance about what you can do to bless someone in need. Be sure to record any impressions you receive and act on them.

2 Corinthians 9:6–7 Does your family know someone who could be described as “a cheerful giver”? How can we make our service to others more cheerful? Younger family members could make badges that say “I am a cheerful giver.” You could award the badges to family members whenever you see them serving one another cheerfully.
Free Badges:

2 Corinthians 10:3–7 How could you teach your family about our “warfare” against wickedness? Would your family enjoy building a wall or a fort with chairs and blankets? This could lead to a discussion about how to cast down things that lead us away from God and how to “[bring] into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ.” What are the spiritual “weapons” we use to control our thoughts? (see Ephesians 6:11–18).

From The Friend:
Friend Stories and Activities about Service
Friend Stories and Activities about Sharing

Treat:
Play this cookie service game from Fashions by Lynda and then eat Oreos.

You could also make these easy homemade Oreos from Six Sisters. Read/discuss the following quote: “A person (can) not give a crust to the Lord without receiving a loaf in return” (L. Tom Perry “The Law of the Fast”). Give some plates of these cookies to neighbors and talk about how even though it’s hard to give away some of our cookies, the blessings the Lord gives us for giving our own possessions/time/talents are much bigger than the things we give away. Discuss thought from manual: “Are our sacrifices expressions of love? After all, it’s love that makes a giver cheerful.”

Week 39 Fruit Snacks of the Spirit

Galatians “Walk in the Spirit”

Song: “Teach Me to Walk in the Light”

Videos:
Paul’s Letters
Fruit of the Spirit video from Latter Day Kids

From The Manual:
Read Galatians 5:22–23 with the children, and explain words they may not be familiar with. Invite each child to select a fruit of the Spirit mentioned in these verses, and help them think of a time when he or she has experienced it. Invite the children to draw simple pictures of their experiences.

Give each child a piece of paper (you could cut the paper into fruit shapes), and ask the children to find a “fruit of the Spirit” listed in Galatians 5:22–23. Invite them to write one of the fruits on one side of their paper and a word that means the opposite on the other side. (Help them understand words they aren’t familiar with.) Invite them to share their fruits with the class. What can we do to have the Holy Ghost with us always?

Show the children several kinds of vegetables, and help them find the seeds in each. Put the seeds in a container, and let the children take turns choosing one and telling what vegetable will grow if they plant it. Help them see that just as the seeds we plant determine the vegetable we get, the choices we make determine the consequences and blessings we ultimately receive.

Super Cute Sowing/Reaping Activity Created by TheRedCrystal:

From the Friend:
Stories/Activities about the Holy Ghost

Treat:
Eat some fruit snacks to go along with this week’s activity in 52 Weeks of New Testament Activities.

Week 40 Armor of God

Ephesians “For the Perfecting of the Saints”

Song: “Hope of Israel”

Videos:
The Armor of God video from the church
Put on the Armor of God video from Latter Day Kids
Armor of God Come Create With Me drawing tutorial (18 minutes)

From the Manual:
Ephesians 6:10–18 Your family could make their own “armour of God” using household items. The video “The Armour of God” (ChurchofJesusChrist.org) can help family members visualize this armor, and they can find simple explanations in “The Whole Armor of God” (Friend, June 2016, 24–25). How does each piece of armor protect us spiritually? What can we do to help each other “put on the whole armour of God” (Ephesians 6:11) every day?

From the Friend:
The Whole Armor of God

Treat:
Make sword treats like these ones while talking about specific things we can do to arm ourselves with the sword of the Spirit (read scriptures, pray, go to church, obey righteous instructions from parents/leaders, serve others, etc.).

Week 33 Nothing Separates Us From God’s Love

Romans 7-16 “Overcome Evil With Good”

Song: “I Feel My Savior’s Love” (this video link from the church has some really cute comments from kids in it)

Videos:
I Will Always Love You from Latter Day Kids
God Loves You! video from Douglas Talks (not from the church)
The Music of the Gospel from the Church

More Stuff:
God Loves Me! Pin (attach with a safety pin)

God Helps Me Have Victory Over Evil Scripture Coloring/Discussion Page

Wolf Story/Bags: Since God loves us so much, does that mean we can do whatever we want and our choices don’t really matter? (No). Read/discuss/summarize how Paul felt like there was “warring” within himself (Romans 7:23). Sometimes in our lives we make bad choices and sometimes we make good choices, so it can feel like the bad and good things we do are fighting each other. God does still love us when we make bad choices, but He wants us to learn from them and keep trying to become more like Him and full of the good things. Give examples of evil and good choices we can make. Review who Paul was. He taught us to “be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.” This can be talking about evil in the world and evil in ourselves. What does it mean to overcome evil in ourselves? Read/discuss/summarize the wolf story from the talk “Agency and Accountability” by Elder Shayne M. Bowen. Encourage them to think about which wolf inside of themselves they’re “feeding” with the choices they
make each day. Discuss ways we can help make the “good wolf” inside of us stronger.

Then use paper bags and follow the instructions for the following wolf activity:

From the Manual:
Show a picture of the sun, or invite the children to look out a window and see the sunshine. How is the sun like Heavenly Father’s love? Help the children see that although the sun is far away, it can help us feel warm. We can feel Heavenly Father’s love all the time, even though He is not physically with us. Sing together a song about Heavenly Father’s love, such as “My Heavenly Father Loves Me” (Children’s Songbook, 228–29).

Romans 10:17 Label several glasses of water with sources of the word of God (like the scriptures, personal revelation, and general conference). Discuss how the word of God increases our faith as you pour each glass into a container labeled “Faith.”

Treat:
Use Oreos and Fruit by the Foot to make edible medal cookies and remind them that God loves us and wants to help the good in us win (have victory) over the evil things. Read/discuss/summarize Romans 15:13-14 and remind them that as we have faith in God and try to be full of more good than evil, God will fill us with joy, peace, and goodness.

Week 34 Strengthening Our Bodies

1 Corinthians 1-7 “Be Perfectly Joined Together”

Song: “The Lord Gave Me a Temple”

Videos:
My Body is a Temple from Latter Day Kids
Healthy Bodies Come Create with Me (17-minute drawing instructions)
Paul’s Letters

From the Manual:
1 Corinthians 6:19–20 Comparing our bodies to temples, as Paul did, can be an effective way to teach about the sacredness of our bodies. Perhaps you could show pictures of temples, such as those that accompany this outline. Why are temples sacred? How are our bodies like temples? What can we do to treat our bodies like temples? (See also the August 2020 special edition of the Ensign or Liahona about sexuality.)

Pictures of Temples Around the World:

From The Friend:
Your Body Is a Temple Game
My Body Is a Temple of God

More Church Stuff:
Our Sacred Bodies Article from The Ensign

More Stuff:
Our Sacred Bodies Booklet (based on Ensign article):

Church Videos for Older Family Members:
Chastity: What Are the Limits?
Love and Marriage Wendy Nelson Talk
I Choose To Be Pure

Treat:
Make a healthy(ish) snack like apple nachos or frozen yogurt bites. Take a look at The Dating Divas website for some fun healthy snack ideas.

Week 35 Charity Heart Bouquet

1 Corinthians 8-13 “Ye Are the Body of Christ”

Song: “Love is Spoken Here” or “Love One Another“

Church Videos:
Sharing Your Talents
Pass It On

More Videos:
Because I Love You from Latter Day Kids

From The Manual:
Read 1 Corinthians 13:13 and Moroni 7:47, and help the children repeat the phrase “Charity is the pure love of Christ.” Show pictures of Jesus being loving and kind, and ask the children how He showed love to others (see Gospel Art Book for ideas).

1 Corinthians 12:1–11 After reading these verses together, consider giving everyone a piece of paper with the name of another family member at the top. Ask everyone to list the spiritual gifts they notice that person has. You could then pass the papers in a circle until everyone has had a chance to write about each family member’s gifts.

1 Corinthians 13:4–8 Paul’s definition of charity might make an inspiring motto for your family. You could assign each family member to study a phrase in verses 4–8 and teach the rest of the family what it means using definitions, examples, and personal experiences. How is the Savior an example of these attributes? You could also make posters together for each of these phrases and display them throughout your house. Be creative!

From the Friend:
Love at Home Craft (put hearts in each time you do something that shows love for a family member):

Ways To Say I Love You Board Game:

Treat:
Make a heart-shaped treat like one of the ideas in this post from Dream A Little Bigger.

Week 36 Resurrection Sun Match

1 Corinthians 14-16 “God is Not the Author of Confusion, but of Peace”

Song: “He Is Risen!” or “Christ the Lord is Risen Today“

Church Videos:
Stay in the Boat
What Are Baptisms for the Dead?
Jesus is Resurrected
Our Eternal Life
Until We Meet Again
Glad Tidings: The History of Baptisms for the Dead

More Videos:
We Will All Be Resurrected from Latter Day Kids

From the Manual:
1 Corinthians 15:35–54 What objects or pictures could you show to help your family understand some of the terms Paul used to describe how mortal bodies are different from resurrected bodies? For instance, to demonstrate the difference between corruptible and incorruptible (see verses 52–54) you could show metal that has rusted and metal that doesn’t rust. Or you could contrast something weak with something powerful (see verse 43).

More Church Resources:
Come Follow Me Family Fun Activity in Liahona- Remembering Christ’s Blessings Each Day (scroll down a little to find it)
Fishing Buddies (story, tips for what to do when someone you love dies)
What Do People Do After They Die?
Baptism for the Dead Stories and Tips

More Free Printables:
Plan of Salvation Cutouts

Spirit/Body Pieces to Travel through Plan of Salvation Cutouts:

Treat:
Discuss this from the manual, then make a sunshine treat:
Show pictures of the sun, moon, and stars. Invite the children to put them in order from the brightest to the least bright. Read 1 Corinthians 15:40–41 to the children (see also the Joseph Smith Translation in verse 40, footnote a). Explain that the sun, moon, and stars represent the kingdoms we can live in after we are resurrected. In the celestial kingdom, we can live with Heavenly Father.

Week 29 Christian Buttons

Acts 10-15 “The Word of God Grew and Multiplied”

Song: “I’ll Walk With You“

Church Videos:
Peter’s Revelation to Take the Gospel to the Gentiles
The Jerusalem Conference
True Christianity

More Stuff:
Part of being a true follower of Christ (a Christian) includes praying for not only ourselves, but also other people. Tell them we’re going to learn another story about Peter. Have them pay close attention to who prays and what happens because of it.
Print up these “Peter in Prison” paper chains made by Crystal Wallace.
Cut them apart and mix them up.

Have the kids find #1 first. When they find it, read the description of what it says and glue it into a link for our paper chain while discussing it. Keep going in order until they have all 7. Connect them all to each other to form a paper chain with 7 links.
Once it’s all put together, have them take turns wearing the chain on their arms to represent the chain Peter was in while in prison. Look at the pictures on the links to see if they can remember the story in their own words and try to retell it. While retelling, they can act out when the chains fell off of Peter. Remind them that Heavenly Father hears our prayers, and sometimes miracles can happen because of
them (if it’s His will). Share personal stories of miracles we’ve seen through the prayers of many people.

No Green Fish Allowed video from Latter Day Kids

From the Manual:
Acts 12:1–17 Your family could act out the account of Peter being cast into prison and members of the Church gathering together and praying for him. When have we been blessed by prayer? Is there someone we feel inspired to pray for, such as a Church leader or loved one? What does it mean to pray “without ceasing”? (Acts 12:5; see also Alma 34:27).

From the Friend:
“I’m Christian” descriptions from The Friend (could cut apart, hid around room, take turns finding and discussing one at a time):

Treat:
Make edible play dough using a recipe like this one from Surviving a Teacher’s Salary (or just use sugar cookie dough to make cookies with). Let them make whatever cool things they want to with it. Talk about how the dough can change and become really cool things. Compare this to how we can change and try to become more like Jesus every day through our faith and actions (not just on Sundays at church, but every day of the week as we try to be true followers of Him). If you have older kids, you could share this quote with them as well: “The Final Judgment is not just an evaluation of a sum total of good and evil acts- what we have done. It is an acknowledgment of the final effect of our acts and thoughts- what we have become.” (Elder Dallin H. Oaks).

Week 30 Paul’s Teaching Puzzle

Acts 16-21 “The Lord Had Called Us for to Preach the Gospel”

Song: “I Am A Child of God”

Church Videos:
We Are the Offspring of God
I’ll Go Where You Want Me to Go
Chapter 61 Paul and Silas in Prison
“Sharing the Gospel” Church Videos
Dieter F. Uchtdorf, “Missionary Work: Sharing What Is in Your Heart,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2019, 15–18

From the Manual:
Create missionary name tags for the children to wear, and help them write their names on the tags. Teach the children simple statements of doctrine that they can share with others, such as “I am a child of God,” “God speaks through a living prophet,” or “Jesus Christ is our Savior.” Remind the children that we don’t have to have a missionary name tag to share the gospel with others.
Free printable name tags created by Crystal from thredcrystal:

From The Friend:
For Acts 16–21
Story: The Apostle Paul taught that we are all children of God (see Acts 17:28–29). Heavenly Father loves all His children. He has given each of us different gifts and talents.
Song: “I Am a Child of God” (Children’s Songbook, 2–3)
Activity: Draw a picture of yourself. At the top, write “I Am a Child of God.” Around the picture, write or draw things you like to do. How can you use your talents to help others?

More Church Stuff:
I Can Be a Missionary Now examples of kids being missionaries
Be a Missionary Now from The Friend
Missionary Practice Answering Questions
I Will Prepare to Serve a Mission Certificate

More Stuff:
We Are All Children of God from Latter Day Kids
Sand Castles Video from Latter Day Kids

Free Printable Child of God Crown
(This “A Child of God no Matter What” story from The Friend goes cute with it):

Pass-Along Cards to Share with Others:

Show map of missionary journeys of Paul. Look up places family members have served missions as well. Do we always have to travel far to share the truths that we know?

Treat:
From the manual: Show the children a stone, and explain that in Paul’s day, people worshipped gods they made out of stone and other materials. Ask the children to read Acts 17:27–29. What do we learn about God from these verses? Explain that offspring means children. Ask the children how it makes them feel to know that they are children of God.

This one’s a little bit of a stretch, but after discussing how God isn’t made of stones/pebbles/other materials, we’ll make Fuity Pebbles treats like these ones from Julie Blanner.

Week 31 Paul Puppet Theater

Acts 22-28 “A Minister and a Witness”

Song: “My Redeemer Lives“

Church Videos:
Chapter 63: Paul Finishes His Mission
Be of Good Cheer
Blessed and Happy Are Those Who Keep the Commandments of God
Paul: A Chosen Vessel (11 minutes long)
The Miracle of the Roof
Come Create With Me: Paul and King Agrippa (18 minutes)

From The Manual:
Invite the children to pretend they are on a ship that is being wrecked in a storm. Read Paul’s warning to the people, found in Acts 27:9–10, and share the story of the shipwreck that happened because they didn’t listen to his warning (see Acts 27:11, 39–44). Show a picture of the President of the Church, and bear your testimony that he can warn us of spiritual dangers.

Bring a paper crown to class and let a child wear it and pretend to be King Agrippa. Invite another child to stand before the king to represent Paul as you summarize Paul’s testimony and the reaction of King Agrippa, found in Acts 26:1–29 (see “Chapter 63: Paul Finishes His Mission”). Explain that we can share our testimonies with others, as Paul did. Ask the children to listen while you sing or read a song about testimony, such as “I Know My Father Lives” (Children’s Songbook, 5). Invite the children to raise their hands when they hear something they know is true. You may want to sing the song several times; invite the children to join you once they’re familiar with the words. Help them practice sharing their testimonies of things they know are true.

Cut a piece of paper shaped like a ship into puzzle pieces. Invite the children to write Paul’s warnings in Acts 27:9–11 on the pieces and put the puzzle together. Why didn’t the people listen to Paul? (see verse 11). Invite the children to read verses 18–20 and 40–44 to find out what happened as a result. (Explain that because the people followed Paul’s later counsel to stay on the ship, no one died in the shipwreck; see verses 30–32.) What can we learn from this experience about following the prophet?

More Stuff:
Be Of Good Cheer Video from Latter Day Kids
Free Prophets Guide and Warn Us Sorting Activity

Treat:
Use graham crackers, pretzels, frosting, and a gummy bear to make this “Paul in a Delicious Prison” treat.

Week 32 Bullseye

Romans 1-6 “The Power of God Unto Salvation”

Song: “When I Am Baptized“

Church Videos:
The Baptism of Jesus
Baptism: A Bible Story for Children

From the Manual:
Some people may feel discouraged at Paul’s bold declaration that “there is none righteous, no, not one” (Romans 3:10). But there are also hopeful messages in Romans. Look for them in chapters 3 and 5, and consider why remembering that “all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God” (Romans 3:23) is an important step toward learning to “rejoice in hope” through Jesus Christ (Romans 5:2).

Explain that we show our faith in Jesus Christ by obeying Him. Hide pictures around the room of people doing what Jesus has asked us to do. Let the children take turns finding and describing the pictures. What can we do to follow Jesus?

Invite the children to repeat the phrase “Walk in newness of life” (Romans 6:4). Tell the children what this means to you. For example, you might share memories about the day you were baptized and talk about how your baptism has helped you become more like Jesus Christ.

More Church Stuff:
Dieter F. Uchtdorf, “The Gift of Grace,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2015
Baptism Matching Game from The Friend
Learning About Baptism from The Friend


Treat:
Make these bullseye cookies from Cooking Is Messy to go along with this week’s “Bullseye” activity in 52 Weeks of New Testament Activities.

Week 25 Christ’s Death

Matthew 27; Mark 15; Luke 23; John 19 “It Is Finished”

Song: “Upon the Cross of Calvary” or “Behold the Great Redeemer Die“

Church Videos:
The Atonement: A Bible Story for Children
Where Justice, Love, and Mercy Meet 5-minute video from Elder Holland
Chapter 52: The Trials of Jesus
Chapter 53: Jesus Is Crucified
Jesus Is Condemned Before Pilate
Jesus Is Scourged and Crucified
The Shiny Bicycle

More Stuff:
Read Mocking Can Never Change the Truth and role-play standing up for what is true even with others making fun of you
The Atonement of Jesus Christ from Latter Day Kids
Jesus Christ Died for Us from Latter Day Kids
Christ Aid Kit

From the Manual:
As Elder Jeffrey R. Holland testified, “Because Jesus walked such a long, lonely path utterly alone, we do not have to do so. … Trumpeted from the summit of Calvary is the truth that we will never be left alone nor unaided, even if sometimes we may feel that we are” (“None Were with Him,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2009, 88). Consider how the Savior can help you overcome loneliness as you read the rest of Elder Holland’s message.

Matthew 27:11–26; Mark 15:1–15; Luke 23:12–25; John 19:1–16 Why did Pilate deliver Jesus to be crucified, even though he knew Jesus was innocent? What lessons do we learn from Pilate’s experience about standing up for what we know is right? It might be helpful for your family to role-play scenarios that allow them to practice standing up for what is right.

Matthew 27:46; Luke 23:34, 43, 46; John 19:26–28, 30 Perhaps you could assign each family member to read one or more of the statements the Savior made on the cross, found in these verses. Ask them to share what they learn from these statements about the Savior and His mission.

From the Friend:
Activity: Gather these objects: a nail, a piece of wood, a piece of cloth, and a stone. Pass them around while you read John 19:17–19 and Matthew 27:57–60. Why are you thankful for Jesus?

Treat: Use the poem found at Natural Beach Living to make a “Jelly Bean Bracelet” and talk about how the colors represent Christ.

Week 26 Christ’s Resurrection

Matthew 28; Mark 16; Luke 24; John 20-21 “He Is Risen”

Song: “Did Jesus Really Live Again?” or “He Is Risen“

Church Videos:
Chapter 54: Jesus Is Risen
Blessed Are They That Have Not Seen, and Yet Have Believed
Christ Appears on the Road to Emmaus
Feed My Sheep
Jesus Is Laid in a Tomb
Jesus Is Resurrected
The Risen Lord Appears to the Apostles
What Happens After We Die?

More Stuff:
Death and Resurrection from Latter Day Kids

From the Manual:
President Thomas S. Monson said of Luke 24:5–6, “No words in Christendom mean more to me” (“He Is Risen!,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2010, 89). What do these words mean to you and your family?
Consider singing together “Did Jesus Really Live Again?” (Children’s Songbook, 64). Talk about someone your family knows who has died, and discuss how the truths in this song bring comfort.

Treat:
Share the M & M poem from My Computer Is My Canvas or follow instructions from Out Upon the Waters to make a simple empty tomb treat.

Week 27 Honest Finger Puppets

Acts 1-5 “Ye Shall Be Witnesses Unto Me”

Song: “Let the Holy Spirit Guide“

Church Videos:
Chapter 55: The Apostles Lead the Church
Chapter 56: Peter Heals a Man
Peter and John Heal a Man Crippled Since Birth
Peter Preaches and is Arrested
Peter and John are Judged
Peter and John Continue Preaching the Gospel

More Videos:
The Bridge of Trust from Latter Day Kids
Tangled Wires a Story About Honesty from Latter Day Kids

From The Friend:
Stories About Honesty from The Friend
Honesty Quiz
Integrity Quiz
Honesty Train

Prophets and Apostles Facts Matching Game

Treat:
Follow directions from Over the Big Moon to make ice cream sundaes. Pour lots of salt on one of the ice cream scoops. Ask if it would be best to cover the salt with chocolate so you can’t see it anymore or to totally get rid of the salt. Compare this to being honest about mistakes. If we cover them up and lie, it doesn’t make them go away. How can we be better at being honest? How can being honest help us become more like Christ?

Week 28 Feeling the Holy Ghost

Acts 6-9 “What Wilt Thou Have Me to Do?”

Song: “I’ll Go Where You Want Me To Go“

Church Videos:
Paul’s Change of Heart Come Create with Me (14-minute caterpillar/butterfly drawing)
Chapter 60: Peter Brings Tabitha Back to Life
The Martyrdom of Stephen
The Road to Damascus
Chapter 57: Wicked Men Kill Stephen
Chapter 58: Simon and the Priesthood
Chapter 59: Saul Learns About Jesus

From the Manual:
Consider inviting your family members to draw pictures of the stories in Acts 9:32–43. What do we learn about true discipleship from these stories? How can someone who is “full of good works,” as Tabitha was, help others believe in the Lord?

More Church Stuff:
Courage from the Holy Ghost from The Friend
A Mighty Change of Heart from Latter Day Kids
Saul/Paul Puppet

From The Friend:
For Acts 6–9
Story: A man named Saul tried to destroy Jesus Christ’s Church. Then he repented and changed his life. He became a missionary and taught people about Jesus Christ. He became known as Paul. (See Acts 9:1–20.)
Song: “I Know My Father Lives” (Children’s Songbook, 5)
Activity: Get some dirt on your hands. How does it make you feel when your hands are dirty? Next, wash your hands with soap and water. Washing our hands is like repentance. Because of Jesus, we can repent and be clean again after we sin.

Treat:
We haven’t tried these color-changing marshmallows yet, but we want to and I think they would go great with this lesson! You can heat them up over a fire, in the microwave, or over the stove, and the heat makes them change colors. Compare this to the change that happened to Paul/Saul as well as the positive changes that happen to us when we receive the Holy Ghost, heed its promptings, and become more like Christ.

Week 21 The Second Coming

Matthew 1; Matthew 24-25; Mark 12-13; Luke 21 “The Son of Man Shall Come”

Song: “When He Comes Again” or “I Hope They Call Me on a Mission“

Church Videos:
The Widow’s Mite: A Bible Story for Children
I’ll Go Where You Want Me to Go
Ye Have Done It Unto Me
Jesus Christ and the Parable of the Talents
Parable of the Talents
The Ten Virgins Video (explains ways we can fill our lamps with oil)
General Conference Talk by Elder Christofferson: Preparing for the Lord’s Return


More Stuff:
Oil Lamp/Preparing for Second Coming Balloon Games
The Field Trip A Parable About the Second Coming of Jesus Christ from Latter Day Kids
The Parable of the Talents from Latter Day Kids

From the Manual:
Matthew 25:1–13 You could use the picture of the ten virgins that accompanies this outline to discuss Matthew 25:1–13. What details do we see in the picture that are described in these verses? You might cut paper in the shape of drops of oil and hide the drops around your home. You could attach the drops to objects like the scriptures or a picture of the temple. When family members find the drops, you could discuss how these things help us prepare for the Second Coming.

From the Friend:
The Ten Virgins
The Second Coming
Story: Jesus Christ said that before He comes again, the gospel will be preached to all the world (see Joseph Smith—Matthew 1:31). We can help get ready for the Second Coming by sharing the gospel with others.
Activity: Make your own missionary name tag! Write your name on a piece of paper and cut it out. On the back, write one thing you can do to share the gospel now. Pin or tape your name tag to your shirt.

Free Printable Missionary Tags:

Treat:
Have some kind of celebration, however simple or big you want it to be (punch, treats, milk and cookies, family game/movie with popcorn, pinata if you want to go all out, etc.). Set a picture of Jesus out and remind them that when He comes again, it will be a happy time for us if we’re prepared. Testify of the importance of preparing for Jesus to come again and remind them of how much He loves us all.

Week 22 Christ’s Last Days

Matthew 26; Mark 14; John 13 “In Remembrance”

Song: “Love One Another”

Church Videos:
Sacrament: A Bible Story for Children
Chapter 49: The First Sacrament
Jesus Gave Sacrament – New Testament Stories for Kids
Always Remember Him
Remember Jesus
Christlike Attributes
Love One Another
Preparation of Thomas S. Monson: He Learned Compassion in His Youth
Serving in the Savior’s Way 6-minute cartoon

From the Manual:
Gospel Topics: Sacrament
Matthew 26:26–29; Mark 14:22–25 What is your family’s experience like during the sacrament each week? Reading about the first sacrament could inspire a discussion about the importance of the sacrament and ways to improve your experience. Consider displaying the picture Passing the Sacrament (Gospel Art Book, no. 108) and sharing ideas about what you can do before, during, and after the sacrament.

From the Friend:
A Tiny Piece of Bread

Treat:
From the Manual: John 13:1–17 The Savior is our example of humbly serving others. In Jesus’s time, washing another person’s feet was a task for servants, not leaders. But Jesus wanted His disciples to think differently about what it means to lead and to serve. What messages do you find in the Savior’s words and actions in John 13:1–17? In your culture, washing others’ feet may not be a customary way to serve. But consider what you can do to follow the Savior’s example of humble service.

Choose some ways to serve others around you, such as making/taking treats to others. Stayinghomesawyer and ChickenScratchNSniff have some fun ideas that incorporate treats:

Printable Color Copies for Week 22:

Week 23 Holy Ghost Gift Box

John 14-17 “Continue Ye in My Love”

Note: You will need a battery-powered tealight for this week’s activity from 52 Weeks of New Testament Activities.

Song: “The Holy Ghost“

Church Videos:
Friend to Friend Sister Johnson Talks About the Holy Ghost
How Does the Holy Spirit Guide?
What Does the Holy Ghost Feel Like? Asks Sister Jones (responses from kids)

25-minute video for parents: How to Teach Your Child How the Spirit Speaks to Them

More Videos:
Tuning Into the Holy Ghost from Latter Day Kids
Olivia the Owl A Story About the Still Small Voice from Latter Day Kids

From the Manual:
John 14:26–27. How is Jesus’s peace different from the kind “the world giveth”? Family members could share ways they have found peace and comfort through the Holy Ghost.

From The Friend:
Can You Hear Me? Paper Cup Telephone Holy Ghost Activity
The Holy Ghost Is…
Stories About the Holy Ghost

Treat:
Eat fruit snacks or if you want to get fancy, make a fruit pizza (like the one below from Cooking Classy) while discussing this section from the manual:
John 15:1–8 As I abide in Christ, I will bring forth good fruit. What do you think it means to “abide in [Christ]”? (John 15:4). What is your “fruit” that shows that you are attached to the vine, which represents Jesus Christ?

Week 24 Help From Christ and Angels

Luke 22; John 18 “Not My Will, But Thine, Be Done”

Song: “I Stand All Amazed” or “Gethsemane“

Church Videos:
Chapter 51: Jesus Suffers in the Garden of Gethsemane
The Savior Suffers in Gethsemane (8 and a half minutes long)
Jesus is Tried by Caiaphas, Peter Denies Knowing Him

More Videos:
The Garden of Gethsemane from Latter Day Kids

From the Manual:
Pass around a picture of the Savior in Gethsemane (such as the one in this week’s outline in Come, Follow Me—For Individuals and Families). As each child holds the picture, say, “Jesus suffered because He loves [child’s name].” Invite the children to repeat these words with you.

Give a child a stick that is longer than the width of the classroom doorway, and ask him or her to hold it horizontally and try to walk through the door. Explain that the stick represents our sins, which keep us from entering God’s kingdom. Take the stick away to demonstrate that Jesus took upon Himself our sins so that we can be forgiven when we repent.

Treat:
Angel Food Cake – While making/eating angel food cake, discuss how an angel strengthened Jesus Christ in Gethsemane (Luke 22:41–43) and remind them that angels can help strengthen us in our lives too.

Week 17 Sheep in the Fold

John 7-10 “I Am the Good Shepherd”

Song: “The Lord is My Shepherd” or “My Shepherd“

Church Videos:
Good Sheperd, Lamb of God talk from Elder Gong (15 minutes)
Sheepfold
How to Draw a Shepherd and Lamb
How to Draw a Helpful Friend
Jesus Heals A Man Born Blind
Go and Sin No More

More Stuff:
I Am the Good Shepherd video from Latter Day Kids
The Lord is My Shepherd video from Latter Day Kids
Jesus the Good Shepherd 5-minute video from Douglas Talks
Video Clip of a Shepherd Calling His Sheep

Friend Stories:
Sheep and Their Shepherd

Treat:
Graham Cracker Sheep from DadLifeLessons

Just For Fun:
Make paper plate sheep masks following directions from DanyaBanya

Week 18 Heads or Tails

Luke 12-17; John 11 “Rejoice With Me; for I Have Found My Sheep Which Was Lost”

Song: “Dear to the Heart of the Shepherd”

Church Videos:
Jesus Taught About Heavenly Father’s Love
The Prodigal Son
President Russell M. Nelson on the Healing Power of Gratitude
Lazarus is Raised from the Dead
Chapter 43: Jesus Brings Lazarus Back to Life


Other Videos:
The Prodigal Son 27-minute cartoon from Latter Day Films
Devin Lost His Dollar from Latter Day Kids
Veggie Tales Junior and Laura Learn the Importance of Forgiveness

The Friend:
The Ten Lepers
The Lost Son
Jesus Teaches About Finding Those Who Are Lost

From the Manual:
Luke 17:11–19 To help family members apply the account of the ten lepers, you could invite them to leave secret notes of gratitude for each other. You could also sing together “Count Your Blessings” (Hymns, no. 241) and count the blessings your family has received.

Treat: Use chocolate gold coins like these ones while discussing how each of us is even more valuable to God than coins. See lesson plan from Week 18 of 52 Weeks of New Testament Activities for a fun way to use these while teaching.

Week 19 Candy Sacrifice Game

Matthew 19-20; Mark 10; Luke 18 “What Lack I Yet?”

Song: “Dearest Children, God Is Near You” or “I Know That My Savior Loves Me“

Church Videos:
Jesus is Kind
Jesus Blessed the Children
Chapter 42: The Rich Young Man
Suffer the Little Children to Come Unto Me

More Videos:
Let the Children Come Unto Me from Latter Day Kids

From the Manual:
Mark 10:13–16; Luke 18:15–17 To help family members ponder the account in these verses, you could sing together a related song, such as “I Think When I Read That Sweet Story” (Children’s Songbook, 56). What might it have been like to be among the children Jesus blessed? What might it mean to “receive the kingdom of God as a little child”? (Mark 10:15).

Treat:
You will need to get Skittles or M&M’s for each child while playing the game in this week’s downloads, as well as larger prizes, such as candy bars, to give out at the end of the game. See Week 19 Lesson Instructions and Activity Sheet for details.

Week 20 Heart Sort

Matthew 21-23; Mark 11; Luke 19-20; John 12 “Behold, Thy King Cometh”

Song: “Rejoice, the Lord is King!” or “I Am a Child of God“

Church Videos:
The Lord’s Triumphal Entry Into Jerusalem
How to Draw Zacchaeus

More Stuff:
I’m So Little, What Can I Do? A Story About Serving Others from Latter Day Kids
The Story of Zacchaeus from Latter Day Kids
Love Your Neighbor game from The Friend
This HelloKids website will make a coloring page from any name that you type in. It could be fun to use while discussing how Jesus loves us and knows all of our names, just like He knew the name of Zacchaeus in Luke 19:1–10.

From the Manual:
Matthew 22:34–40 The two great commandments are to love God and love others as myself. If you ever feel overwhelmed as you strive to follow Jesus Christ, the Savior’s words to the lawyer in Matthew 22 can help you simplify and focus your discipleship. Here’s one way to do this: Make a list of several of the Lord’s commandments. How does each item on your list connect to the two great commandments? How would focusing on the two great commandments help you keep the others?

Matthew 21:28–32. What lessons from the parable of the man with two sons might help your family? For instance, you could use the story to discuss the importance of sincere obedience and repentance. Perhaps your family could write a script to dramatize the parable and take turns acting out different roles.

Matthew 22:15–22; Luke 20:21–26 Children might enjoy making pretend coins with Jesus’s “image and superscription” on them. They could write on the backs of the coins some of the “things that are God’s” (Matthew 22:21) that we can give Him. You might also talk about what it means to have the Savior’s “image and superscription” on us (Matthew 22:20; see also Mosiah 5:8; Alma 5:14).

Treat:
Follow instructions from this family devotional to talk about how what’s inside of us (in our hearts) is more important than what’s on the outside and remind them about how Heavenly Father and Jesus know what’s in our hearts. Even though not everyone can see our heart, God can, and he will bless us and help us be happier when we do our best to keep our hearts loving and good.