First introduce the chorus:
This is a superhero song. Pretend you are "Captain CTR"! What does CTR stand for? That's right, and Captain CTR's super power is that he always chooses the right. So stand up and put your hands on your hips like a superhero. Now listen while I sing Captain CTR's motto: "I must always choose the right!" (pump your right fist into the air when you sing "the right") Now you try it with me. Wow, that was great! Now before superheroes say their motto and fly off, they usually give advice to the good citizens watching. What advice do you think Captain CTR would give? Listen while I sing it: "Choose the right way and be happy!" (Hands on hips, pump right fist into the air on "right", right hand points to cheesy superhero smile on "happy") Sing it with me this time. Now we'll sing it again, but this time after we give our advice to the noble citizens of the world, we'll sing our motto. (in other words, sing through the whole chorus with the actions)
Time to sit down to learn the verse.
First learn this rhythm pattern: pat -- pat, clap -- clap, pat -- pat, clap -- clap...
It should be in a slow-quick pattern with the "--" as a pause.
Once the kids have the pattern down, sing through the verse with the clapping pattern. Start the first pat on the word "right". End by holding the word "way" through a pat--pat, clap! (Just one clap to end the verse.) Point out that it's impossible to choose the right if you don't know what is right. How can you know what is the right way? Listen while we sing it again. Did you hear it? What will help me and show me the way? Learning the teachings of Jesus! Sing it with me this time. (Repeat two more times.) This time when we get to our last CLAP! I want you to stand up and sing the superhero part. (Sing the whole song through in its entirety, clapping rhythmically on the verse, then standing and doing the superhero actions on the chorus.)
Once they know the song, it can be used as a wiggle song or a change of pace after learning a more slow or reverent song.
Wednesday, January 21, 2015
Saturday, January 17, 2015
The Living Christ: A Christmas Advent
30 days (December 1-30 OR November 26-Dec 24)
The text comes from "The Living Christ", the testimony of the prophets and apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
You will be starting backwards, memorizing the last phrase on day 1. ***Each day after, learn the new phrase, then continue reciting the phrases you have already learned! This will reinforce the memorization.
Each day: Say the phrase. Define any words and discuss the phrase's meaning. Sing the song. Try to memorize the phrase.
Day 1: God be thanked for the matchless gift of His divine Son.
SONG: He Sent His Son (CS p. 34)
Day 2: His way is the path that leads to happiness in this life and eternal life in the world to come.
SONG: Away in a Manger #206 ("Fit us for heaven to live with thee there")
Day 3: He is the light, the life, and the hope of the world.
SONG: Do you hear what I hear? ("He will bring us goodness and light!")
Day 4: He is the great King Immanuel, who stands today on the right hand of His Father.
SONG: O Come O Come Emmanuel
Day 5: We bear testimony, as His duly ordained Apostles—that Jesus is the Living Christ, the immortal Son of God.
SONG: Silent Night #204 ("Son of God")
Day 6: Each of us will stand to be judged of Him according to our works and the desires of our hearts.
SONG: Good King Wenceslas ("Ye who now will bless the poor, shall yourselves find blessing")
Day 7: He will rule as King of Kings and reign as Lord of Lords, and every knee shall bend and every tongue shall speak in worship before Him.
SONG: Hallelujah Chorus
Day 30: As we commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ two millennia ago, we offer our testimony of the reality of His matchless life and the infinite virtue of His great atoning sacrifice.
SONG: O Holy Night ("It is the night of our dear Savior's birth", "truly He taught us to love one
another", "chains shall He break", "His power and glory evermore proclaim")
The text comes from "The Living Christ", the testimony of the prophets and apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
You will be starting backwards, memorizing the last phrase on day 1. ***Each day after, learn the new phrase, then continue reciting the phrases you have already learned! This will reinforce the memorization.
Each day: Say the phrase. Define any words and discuss the phrase's meaning. Sing the song. Try to memorize the phrase.
Day 1: God be thanked for the matchless gift of His divine Son.
SONG: He Sent His Son (CS p. 34)
Day 2: His way is the path that leads to happiness in this life and eternal life in the world to come.
SONG: Away in a Manger #206 ("Fit us for heaven to live with thee there")
Day 3: He is the light, the life, and the hope of the world.
SONG: Do you hear what I hear? ("He will bring us goodness and light!")
Day 4: He is the great King Immanuel, who stands today on the right hand of His Father.
SONG: O Come O Come Emmanuel
Day 5: We bear testimony, as His duly ordained Apostles—that Jesus is the Living Christ, the immortal Son of God.
SONG: Silent Night #204 ("Son of God")
Day 6: Each of us will stand to be judged of Him according to our works and the desires of our hearts.
SONG: Good King Wenceslas ("Ye who now will bless the poor, shall yourselves find blessing")
Day 7: He will rule as King of Kings and reign as Lord of Lords, and every knee shall bend and every tongue shall speak in worship before Him.
SONG: Hallelujah Chorus
Day 8: We testify that He will someday return to earth. And the glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together.
SONG: Jesus Once of Humble Birth #196 ("Now in glory comes to earth")
Day 9: We declare in words of solemnity that His priesthood and His Church have been restored upon the earth—built upon the foundation of apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone.
SONG: With Wondering Awe #210 ("The heavenly star...on every land is throwing, and shall not cease til holy peace in all the earth is growing")
Day 10: That by him, and through him, and of him, the worlds are and were created, and the inhabitants thereof are begotten sons and daughters unto God.
SONG: Sleep Little Jesus (CS p. 47) ("Earth long has waited her Savior and King")
SONG: Jesus Once of Humble Birth #196 ("Now in glory comes to earth")
Day 9: We declare in words of solemnity that His priesthood and His Church have been restored upon the earth—built upon the foundation of apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone.
SONG: With Wondering Awe #210 ("The heavenly star...on every land is throwing, and shall not cease til holy peace in all the earth is growing")
Day 10: That by him, and through him, and of him, the worlds are and were created, and the inhabitants thereof are begotten sons and daughters unto God.
SONG: Sleep Little Jesus (CS p. 47) ("Earth long has waited her Savior and King")
Day 11: For we saw him, even on the right hand of God; and we heard the voice bearing record that he is the Only Begotten of the Father—
Day 12: Of Him the Prophet also declared: And now, after the many testimonies which have been given of him, this is the testimony, last of all, which we give of him: That he lives!
SONG: The First Noel #213 ("Born is the King of Israel")
SONG: Mary's Lullaby (CS p. 44)("Thy gentle head shall wear a crown, for thy Father is the
King; Thy tender hands, so tiny now, have blessings great to bring")
King; Thy tender hands, so tiny now, have blessings great to bring")
Day 12: Of Him the Prophet also declared: And now, after the many testimonies which have been given of him, this is the testimony, last of all, which we give of him: That he lives!
SONG: The First Noel #213 ("Born is the King of Israel")
Day 13: I am the first and the last; I am he who liveth, I am he who was slain; I am your advocate with the Father.
SONG: God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen ("To save us all from Satan's power when we were gone astray")
SONG: God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen ("To save us all from Satan's power when we were gone astray")
Day 14: Of the Living Christ, the Prophet Joseph wrote: His eyes were as a flame of fire; the hair of his head was white like the pure snow; his countenance shone above the brightness of the sun; and his voice was as the sound of the rushing of great waters, even the voice of Jehovah, saying:
SONG: Angels We Have Heard on High #203("Come...and see, come adore on bended knee; Glory in the highest to God")
SONG: Angels We Have Heard on High #203("Come...and see, come adore on bended knee; Glory in the highest to God")
Day 15: In the modern world, He and His Father appeared to the boy Joseph Smith, ushering in the long-promised dispensation of the fulness of times.
SONG: Joy to the World #201 ("The Lord is come; Let earth receive her King")
SONG: Joy to the World #201 ("The Lord is come; Let earth receive her King")
Day 16: As Risen Lord, He visited among those He had loved in life. He also ministered among His other sheep in ancient America.
SONG: Samuel Tells of Baby Jesus (CS p. 36)
Day 17: He rose from the grave to become the firstfruits of them that slept.
SONG: Hark the Herald Angels Sing #209 ("Risen with healing in His wings...Born that man no more may die")
SONG: Hark the Herald Angels Sing #209 ("Risen with healing in His wings...Born that man no more may die")
Day 18: He was the Firstborn of the Father, the Only Begotten Son in the flesh, the Redeemer of the world.
SONG: Oh Come All Ye Faithful #202 ("Son of the Father, now in flesh appearing")
Day 19: We solemnly testify that His life, which is central to all human history, neither began in Bethlehem nor concluded on Calvary.
SONG: O Little Town of Bethlehem #208 ("Where meek souls will receive Him still, the dear Christ enters in.")
Day 20: He gave His life to atone for the sins of all mankind. His was a great vicarious gift in behalf of all who would ever live upon the earth.
SONG: Far, Far Away on Judea's Plains #212 ("Sweet are these strains of redeeming love, message of mercy from heaven above")
Day 21: He was arrested and condemned on spurious charges, convicted to satisfy a mob, and sentenced to die on Calvary’s cross.
SONG: We Three Kings OR The Holly and the Ivy
Day 22: He instituted the sacrament as a reminder of His great atoning sacrifice.
SONG: Far, Far Away on Judea's Plains #212 ("Sweet are these strains of redeeming love, message of mercy from heaven above")
Day 21: He was arrested and condemned on spurious charges, convicted to satisfy a mob, and sentenced to die on Calvary’s cross.
SONG: We Three Kings OR The Holly and the Ivy
Day 22: He instituted the sacrament as a reminder of His great atoning sacrifice.
SONG: Picture a Christmas (CS p. 50) ("Remember Him as you picture Christmas this year")
Day 23: He taught the truths of eternity, the reality of our premortal existence, the purpose of our life on earth, and the potential for the sons and daughters of God in the life to come.
SONG: Little Jesus (CS p. 39) ("Came to earth to show the way")
Day 24: He walked the roads of Palestine, healing the sick, causing the blind to see, and raising the dead.
SONG: Once in Royal David's City #205 ("With the poor and mean and lowly, lived on earth our Savior holy.")
Day 25: His gospel was a message of peace and goodwill. He entreated all to follow His example.
SONG: I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day #214 ("Peace on earth, goodwill to men")
Day 26: Though sinless, He was baptized to fulfill all righteousness. He went about doing good, yet was despised for it.
SONG: Once Within a Lowly Stable (CS p. 41) ("He came down to show all people how to help
and how to love")
Day 27: Under the direction of His Father, He was the creator of the earth. All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made.
SONG: Unto us a Child is Born ("King of all creation")
SONG: Little Jesus (CS p. 39) ("Came to earth to show the way")
Day 24: He walked the roads of Palestine, healing the sick, causing the blind to see, and raising the dead.
SONG: Once in Royal David's City #205 ("With the poor and mean and lowly, lived on earth our Savior holy.")
Day 25: His gospel was a message of peace and goodwill. He entreated all to follow His example.
SONG: I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day #214 ("Peace on earth, goodwill to men")
Day 26: Though sinless, He was baptized to fulfill all righteousness. He went about doing good, yet was despised for it.
SONG: Once Within a Lowly Stable (CS p. 41) ("He came down to show all people how to help
and how to love")
Day 27: Under the direction of His Father, He was the creator of the earth. All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made.
SONG: Unto us a Child is Born ("King of all creation")
Day 28: He was the Great Jehovah of the Old Testament, the Messiah of the New.
SONG: It Came Upon the Midnight Clear #207 ("by prophets seen of old")
SONG: It Came Upon the Midnight Clear #207 ("by prophets seen of old")
Day 29: None other has had so profound an influence upon all who have lived and will yet live upon the earth.
SONG: While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks #211 ("Goodwill henceforth from heaven to men begin and never cease")
Day 30: As we commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ two millennia ago, we offer our testimony of the reality of His matchless life and the infinite virtue of His great atoning sacrifice.
SONG: O Holy Night ("It is the night of our dear Savior's birth", "truly He taught us to love one
another", "chains shall He break", "His power and glory evermore proclaim")
The Living Christ: A month of family gospel study (Easter or anytime)
This can be used as a countdown to Easter (start 30 days before Easter) or anytime throughout the year. I have also written a Christmas version you can find here.
The text comes from "The Living Christ", the testimony of the prophets and apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
You will be starting backwards, memorizing the last phrase on day 1. *** Each day after, include the already learned portions as you recite it! This will reinforce the memorization.
Each day: Say the phrase. Define any words and discuss the phrase's meaning. Sing the song. Try to memorize the phrase.
Day 1: God be thanked for the matchless gift of His divine Son.
SONG: He Sent His Son (CS p. 34)
Day 2: His way is the path that leads to happiness in this life and eternal life in the world to come.
SONG: I Will Follow God's Plan for Me (CS p. 164)
Day 3: He is the light, the life, and the hope of the world.
SONG: The Lord is My Light (Hymn #89)
Day 4: He is the great King Immanuel, who stands today on the right hand of His Father.
SONG: Jesus of Nazareth (Hymn #181)
Day 5: We bear testimony, as His duly ordained Apostles—that Jesus is the Living Christ, the immortal Son of God.
SONG: My Redeemer Lives (Hymn #135)
Day 6: Each of us will stand to be judged of Him according to our works and the desires of our hearts.
SONG: I Stand All Amazed (Hymn #193)
Day 7: He will rule as King of Kings and reign as Lord of Lords, and every knee shall bend and every tongue shall speak in worship before Him.
SONG: Rejoice the Lord is King (Hymn #66)
Day 30: As we commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ two millennia ago, we offer our testimony of the reality of His matchless life and the infinite virtue of His great atoning sacrifice.
SONG: Jesus Once of Humble Birth (Hymn #196)
The text comes from "The Living Christ", the testimony of the prophets and apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
You will be starting backwards, memorizing the last phrase on day 1. *** Each day after, include the already learned portions as you recite it! This will reinforce the memorization.
Each day: Say the phrase. Define any words and discuss the phrase's meaning. Sing the song. Try to memorize the phrase.
Day 1: God be thanked for the matchless gift of His divine Son.
SONG: He Sent His Son (CS p. 34)
Day 2: His way is the path that leads to happiness in this life and eternal life in the world to come.
SONG: I Will Follow God's Plan for Me (CS p. 164)
Day 3: He is the light, the life, and the hope of the world.
SONG: The Lord is My Light (Hymn #89)
Day 4: He is the great King Immanuel, who stands today on the right hand of His Father.
SONG: Jesus of Nazareth (Hymn #181)
Day 5: We bear testimony, as His duly ordained Apostles—that Jesus is the Living Christ, the immortal Son of God.
SONG: My Redeemer Lives (Hymn #135)
Day 6: Each of us will stand to be judged of Him according to our works and the desires of our hearts.
SONG: I Stand All Amazed (Hymn #193)
Day 7: He will rule as King of Kings and reign as Lord of Lords, and every knee shall bend and every tongue shall speak in worship before Him.
SONG: Rejoice the Lord is King (Hymn #66)
Day 8: We testify that He will someday return to earth. And the glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together.
SONG: I Wonder When He Comes Again (CS p. 82)
Day 9: We declare in words of solemnity that His priesthood and His Church have been restored upon the earth—built upon the foundation of apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone.
SONG: The Priesthood is Restored (CS p. 89)
Day 10: That by him, and through him, and of him, the worlds are and were created, and the inhabitants thereof are begotten sons and daughters unto God.
SONG: I am a Child of God (Hymn #301)
SONG: I Wonder When He Comes Again (CS p. 82)
Day 9: We declare in words of solemnity that His priesthood and His Church have been restored upon the earth—built upon the foundation of apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone.
SONG: The Priesthood is Restored (CS p. 89)
Day 10: That by him, and through him, and of him, the worlds are and were created, and the inhabitants thereof are begotten sons and daughters unto God.
SONG: I am a Child of God (Hymn #301)
Day 11: For we saw him, even on the right hand of God; and we heard the voice bearing record that he is the Only Begotten of the Father—
SONG: This is My Beloved Son (CS p. 76)
Day 12: Of Him the Prophet also declared: And now, after the many testimonies which have been given of him, this is the testimony, last of all, which we give of him: That he lives!
SONG: I Know that My Redeemer Lives (Hymn #136)
SONG: This is My Beloved Son (CS p. 76)
Day 12: Of Him the Prophet also declared: And now, after the many testimonies which have been given of him, this is the testimony, last of all, which we give of him: That he lives!
SONG: I Know that My Redeemer Lives (Hymn #136)
Day 13: I am the first and the last; I am he who liveth, I am he who was slain; I am your advocate with the Father.
SONG: Reverently and Meekly Now (Hymn #185)
Day 14: Of the Living Christ, the Prophet Joseph wrote: His eyes were as a flame of fire; the hair of his head was white like the pure snow; his countenance shone above the brightness of the sun; and his voice was as the sound of the rushing of great waters, even the voice of Jehovah, saying:
SONG: Beautiful Savior (CS p. 62)
Day 15: In the modern world, He and His Father appeared to the boy Joseph Smith, ushering in the long-promised dispensation of the fulness of times.
SONG: Joseph Smith's First Prayer (Hymn #26)
SONG: Joseph Smith's First Prayer (Hymn #26)
Day 16: As Risen Lord, He visited among those He had loved in life. He also ministered among His other sheep in ancient America.
SONG: Easter Hosanna (CS p. 68)
Day 17: He rose from the grave to become the firstfruits of them that slept.
SONG: Did Jesus Really Live Again (CS p. 64) OR He is Risen (Hymn #199)
Day 18: He was the Firstborn of the Father, the Only Begotten Son in the flesh, the Redeemer of the world.
SONG: God Loved Us So He Sent His Son (Hymn #187)
Day 19: We solemnly testify that His life, which is central to all human history, neither began in Bethlehem nor concluded on Calvary.
SONG: How Great the Wisdom and the Love (Hymn #195)
Day 20: He gave His life to atone for the sins of all mankind. His was a great vicarious gift in behalf of all who would ever live upon the earth.
SONG: O Savior Thou Who Wearest a Crown (Hymn #197)
Day 21: He was arrested and condemned on spurious charges, convicted to satisfy a mob, and sentenced to die on Calvary’s cross.
SONG: Upon the Cross of Calvary (Hymn #184)
Day 22: He instituted the sacrament as a reminder of His great atoning sacrifice.
SONG: O Savior Thou Who Wearest a Crown (Hymn #197)
Day 21: He was arrested and condemned on spurious charges, convicted to satisfy a mob, and sentenced to die on Calvary’s cross.
SONG: Upon the Cross of Calvary (Hymn #184)
Day 22: He instituted the sacrament as a reminder of His great atoning sacrifice.
SONG: The Sacrament (CS p. 72) OR O God the Eternal Father (Hymn #175)
Day 23: He taught the truths of eternity, the reality of our premortal existence, the purpose of our life on earth, and the potential for the sons and daughters of God in the life to come.
SONG: I Lived in Heaven (CS p. 4)
Day 24: He walked the roads of Palestine, healing the sick, causing the blind to see, and raising the dead.
SONG: I Believe in Christ (Hymn #134)
Day 25: His gospel was a message of peace and goodwill. He entreated all to follow His example.
SONG: Love One Another (Hymn #308) OR I'm Trying to be Like Jesus (CS p. 78)
Day 26: Though sinless, He was baptized to fulfill all righteousness. He went about doing good, yet was despised for it.
SONG: Baptism (CS p. 100)
Day 27: Under the direction of His Father, He was the creator of the earth. All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made.
SONG: How Great Thou Art (Hymn #86)
SONG: I Lived in Heaven (CS p. 4)
Day 24: He walked the roads of Palestine, healing the sick, causing the blind to see, and raising the dead.
SONG: I Believe in Christ (Hymn #134)
Day 25: His gospel was a message of peace and goodwill. He entreated all to follow His example.
SONG: Love One Another (Hymn #308) OR I'm Trying to be Like Jesus (CS p. 78)
Day 26: Though sinless, He was baptized to fulfill all righteousness. He went about doing good, yet was despised for it.
SONG: Baptism (CS p. 100)
Day 27: Under the direction of His Father, He was the creator of the earth. All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made.
SONG: How Great Thou Art (Hymn #86)
Day 28: He was the Great Jehovah of the Old Testament, the Messiah of the New.
SONG: Guide Us O Thou Great Jehovah (Hymn #83)
Day 29: None other has had so profound an influence upon all who have lived and will yet live upon the earth.
SONG: There is a Green Hill Far Away (Hymn #194)Day 30: As we commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ two millennia ago, we offer our testimony of the reality of His matchless life and the infinite virtue of His great atoning sacrifice.
SONG: Jesus Once of Humble Birth (Hymn #196)
Monday, January 12, 2015
I'll Walk With You (CS p. 140)
Simple actions:
If you don't walk as most people do (walk your fingers up your arm)
Some people walk away from you (have your fingers turn and walk in the other direction)
But I won't! I won't! (point to yourself and shake your head no)
If you don't talk as most people do (pointer finger at lips then moving away)
Some people talk and laugh at you (point at people in a mean way)
But I won't! I won't! (point to yourself and shake your head no)
I'll walk with you (fingers walk up arm), I'll talk with you (pointer finger at lips then moving away),
That's how I'll show my love (arms crossed over chest) for you (point)
Jesus walked away from none (shake your head no)
He gave His love (arms crossed over chest) to everyone (spread arms wide)
So I will! I will! (point to self and nod yes)
Jesus blessed (pretend to put your hands on someone's head) all he could see
Then turned (look to one side) and said "Come Follow Me" (gesture for someone to come)
So I will! I will! I will! I will! (point to self and nod yes)
I'll walk with you (fingers walk up arm), I'll talk with you (pointer finger at lips then moving away),
That's how I'll show my love (arms crossed over chest) for you (point)
Optional Videos:
A Playground for Carly
My Brother Hyrum
Dayton's Legs
One in a Million: Brynn
One in a Million: Katie
If you don't walk as most people do (walk your fingers up your arm)
Some people walk away from you (have your fingers turn and walk in the other direction)
But I won't! I won't! (point to yourself and shake your head no)
If you don't talk as most people do (pointer finger at lips then moving away)
Some people talk and laugh at you (point at people in a mean way)
But I won't! I won't! (point to yourself and shake your head no)
I'll walk with you (fingers walk up arm), I'll talk with you (pointer finger at lips then moving away),
That's how I'll show my love (arms crossed over chest) for you (point)
Jesus walked away from none (shake your head no)
He gave His love (arms crossed over chest) to everyone (spread arms wide)
So I will! I will! (point to self and nod yes)
Jesus blessed (pretend to put your hands on someone's head) all he could see
Then turned (look to one side) and said "Come Follow Me" (gesture for someone to come)
So I will! I will! I will! I will! (point to self and nod yes)
I'll walk with you (fingers walk up arm), I'll talk with you (pointer finger at lips then moving away),
That's how I'll show my love (arms crossed over chest) for you (point)
Optional Videos:
A Playground for Carly
My Brother Hyrum
Dayton's Legs
One in a Million: Brynn
One in a Million: Katie
PMG Lesson 1 Review
After you have finished all 8 sections of Lesson 1: The Restoration, it's time for a review week. Review each section's heading, scripture, and song. Then teach a short (10 min) lesson tying the sections together. You just taught a "first discussion"!
For daily scripture study, each day of the week, have a different family member teach these eight principles in a cohesive lesson.
For daily scripture study, each day of the week, have a different family member teach these eight principles in a cohesive lesson.
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