Behold Your Little Ones Lesson 10: I Will Take Care of My Body

Behold Your Little Ones Lesson 10: I Will Take Care of My Body

A Healthy Body- Figure out what the pictures are (they are things that help keep us healthy)
Warning!- Pictures that have someone eating good foods and one not. 
Good Choices- Healthy food picture to color.

Gospel Principles Chapter 11: The Life of Christ

Gospel Principles Chapter 11: "The Life of Christ"

Bible Videos- Videos about the life of Jesus Christ- various lengths.
"The Living Christ: The Testimony of the Apostles"- Given in 2000, the testimonies of apostles and prophets.
New Testament Pictures- From the Gospel Art book, various pictures from the life of Christ.
"Can There Any Good Thing Come From Nazareth?" by President Thomas S. Monson (then 2nd Counselor in the First Presidency)- The many great qualities and events that came because of the life of Jesus Christ.
"Lift Up Your Eyes" by Elder Jeffrey R. Holland (Quorum of the 12 Apostles)- Examples from the Savior's life and the meanings of those moments on different levels.

Gospel Principles Chapter 10: Scriptures

Gospel Principles Chapter 10: "Scriptures"

"Scripture Reading and Revelation" by Elder Dallin H. Oaks (Quorum of the 12 apostles)- Because we believe in continuing revelation, we study the scriptures differently than most.
"The Power of Scriptures" by Elder Richard G. Scott (of the 12)- The scriptures are one tool that we can use to help us during challenging times. Ways to study the scriptures.
"The Blessing of Scriptures" by Elder D. Todd Christofferson (of the 12)- Scriptures enlarge our memory, help us distinguish truth from error, and bring us to Christ.
"Living by Scriptural Guidance" by Elder Russell M. Nelson (of the 12)- Why we need guidance, where we can get it, and how to achieve scriptural guidance.
"The Miracle of the Holy Bible" by Elder M. Russell Ballard (of the 12)- Well named.  It is not a chance that we have the Holy Bible today.

Stuffed Rolls

I love to make stuffed rolls!  Any kind of stuffed rolls- BBQ chicken, eggs and ham, ham and cream cheese, jam, whatever.  I love the convenience of it all and my family loves the all-in-one meal.  I think my kids love that its like finding buried treasure.  I try to make as many as possible because I really like freezing the rest- that may be my favorite part.  They freeze great and are easy to just grab one for breakfast or send with my daughter for school lunch in no time.  To defrost, I just pop mine in the microwave for 30 seconds.  If you are worried about them drying out, stick a cup of water in the microwave with it- that should keep it moist.  Want to make your own?  Its really not hard but here are a few pictures.

I make my dough in a bread machine but all you need to do is make a regular batch of dough.  After it has risen once, flatten a piece out to roughly the size of your palm- just a tad bigger. 

Behold Your Little Ones Lesson 9: I Have a Body like Heavenly Father’s

Behold Your Little Ones Lesson 9: I Have a Body like Heavenly Father’s

My Body-A Temple- This one requires work ahead of time.  It is a cute cut out of a boy exercising that you can move up and down.  Could use this for the lesson.
My Busy Body- A poem that you could easily do actions.
Body Parts- This is for the older ones.  Rearrange the letters to spell different body parts.  Or this one that you find the body part inside another word.
Heavenly Father Gave Me a Body- A boy or a girl with "Heavenly Father Gave Me a Body." They have holes to punch at the top so you could make it into a necklace, a bookmark, or something fun.
From Head to Toe- Word search for older kids.
Marshmallow Animals- Use this idea to make people.  Toothpicks and marshmallows- might want to get the blunt toothpicks or stirring straws instead.
Body Pieces- Cute parts of the body out and put in a paper bag.  As you pull each part out, have the children point to it on their bodies and move it.  Then tape up on the board, building a person.

A Maisy Birthday!

My third daughter just turned 4!!  We celebrated with a fabulous Maisy birthday party.  She loves the books by Lucy Cousins. 

This birthday party was a little trickier for me to plan because my 4 year old loves to play games and do all sorts of organized activities.  However, when we had a Christmas party with her friends, it seemed liked all her friends liked to just play with toys and hang out.  So I had to come up with activities that were suited for both parties- easy going but clearly defined with no real winners. 

Crazy Weather Jar

Snow day! Snow day!  I enjoy a great snow day.  My kids, however, aren't always as happy.  They are, thankfully, still at an age where they just love school.  My youngest (5) even said, "But Mom, I want to take my test today!" in a very pouty voice.  That meant one thing to me.  I better finish our Crazy Weather Jar already!

Gospel Principles Chapter 9: Prophets of God

Gospel Principles Chapter 9: Prophets of God

Prophets- Gospel Art pictures of the prophets.
God's Words Never Cease- Almost 3 minute video with quotes from Elder Jeffrey R. Holland (of the Quorum of the 12 apostles) about prophets today.
"Heading the Voice of the Prophets" by President Dieter F. Utchdorf (First Presidency)- Given right after President Thomas S. Monson become President and Prophet of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  Elder Utchdorf points out God's consistent voice and the need to listen.
"Hear the Prophet's Voice and Obey" by Elder Robert D. Hales (of the 12)- The value of a prophet and the same organization as was in Christ's time.
"Give Heed unto the Prophets' Words" by Elder Quentin L. Cook (of the 12)- Prophets are given prophetic priorities that keep us safe from the dangers of the world.

George Albert Smith Chapter 8: Temple Blessings for Ourselves and Our Ancestors

George Albert Smith Chapter 8: Temple Blessings for Ourselves and Our Ancestors

The Blessings of the Temple- A video about 3 1/2 minutes long with several people discussing the blessings they have because of temples.  Includes pictures of several temples inside and out as well as quotes from Elder Russell M. Nelson (Quorum of the 12 apostles).
Temples- The webpage dedicated to temples for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  Includes why we build temples, the purpose of temples, locations, pictures, FAQ, and more.  Also includes the latest talk from President Monson on temples is audio, video, and text form.

George Albert Smith Chapter 7: The Immortality of the Soul

George Albert Smith Chapter 7: The Immortality of the Soul

"What is the Difference Between Immortality and Eternal Life?" by Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin (Quorum of the 12 apostles)- Brief talk the clearly defines the differences.
"Resurrection" by Elder Dallin H. Oaks (of the 12)- Discusses the resurrection of Jesus and mortals but more appropriately for this lesson, the 3rd and 4th sections are about significance of the resurrection and how it changes our view of mortality. The last section is in reference to the temple.
"Salvation and Exaltation" by Elder Russell M. Nelson (of the 12)- Salvation is an individual matter, exaltation a family matter.
"Is It Worth It?" by Elder M. Russell Ballard (of the 12)- Are the decisions we are making now really worth it?  Are they the ones that will lead us to our ultimate goal of eternal life?

George Albert Smith Chapter 6: Sustaining Those Whom the Lord Sustains

George Albert Smith Chapter 6: Sustaining Those Whom the Lord Sustains

"The Spirit  Beareth Record" by President Boyd K. Packer (Elder at the time, of the Quorum of the 12 apostles)- This talk was given one year after he received his calling as an apostle.  He mentions how they need us to sustain them, the sacredness of the call, and one blessing of sustaining our church leaders. 
"The True and Living Church" by President Henry B. Eyring (First Presidency)- Describes the power that comes to leaders when we do sustain them.  Sustaining involves more than raising hands.  We must maintain the faith necessary to sustain our leaders.
"The Shield of Faith" by President Boyd K. Packer (of the 12)- The sacredness and unity of sustaining church leaders as well as the safety it provides.

Happy Valentine's Day!

I made these cute little flowers at the beginning of the month for our Days of Love.  Today, my goal is to give them all away.  When you do something nice, a service for someone, you can leave behind or give that person one of these flowers.  It can be anonymous or you can write your name on the back.  The intent is to emphasize that love isn't just something we say or something we put on a card or piece of candy; its an action.  I'm also hoping my children see that I don't just cook them dinner because I have to; its because I love them.  I have about 20 of these so here's hoping!

Our Valentine's

Time for another holiday already!  Time just seems to be flying past for me.  This year I have two in school needing to bring Valentine's for the class and teachers so this is what we came up:

Gospel Principles Chapter 8: Praying to Our Heavenly Father

Gospel Principles Chapter 8: Praying to Our Heavenly Father

"Learning to Recognize Answers to Prayer" by Elder Richard G. Scott (Quorum of the 12 apostles)- How we can recognize the answers we are given and why we may be having a hard time.
"Lessons from the Lord's Prayers" by Elder Russell M. Nelson (of the 12)- What we learn about how to prayer when we look at the prayers the Lord and others have given.
"A Child's Prayer"- I love this song from the Children's Songbook.  This link includes the words, music, and audio.
"The Lifeline of Prayer" by President James E. Faust (Second Counselor at the time)- The importance of prayer and what the meaning of prayer.
"Pray Always" by Elder David A. Bednar (of the 12)- 3 ways we can make our prayers more meaningful.

George Albert Smith Chapter 5: The Holy Priesthood—for the Blessing of God’s Children

George Albert Smith Chapter 5: The Holy Priesthood—for the Blessing of God’s Children

"Keys of the Priesthood" by Elder Russell M. Nelson (Quorum of the 12 apostles)- Includes the history of the priesthood in ancient times and while the Jesus was on the earth then discusses the priesthood in modern times. 
"The Power of the Priesthood" by President Boyd K. Packer (of the 12)- Its power when firmly affixed in the families.  Includes the importance of women and the influence they can have in helping priesthoold holders.