HANDOUT and ACTIVITY Ideas The Loaf of Bread

Just a humble loaf of bread,
But 'twas once a bowl of paste,
Which, if I left in that condition
Would have surely gone to waste.
But, when kneaded, it was changed
Into something good to eat.
By some kind and loving hands
And an interval of heat.
We, like that loaf of bread,
Must be "needed" to become
What the Lord desires of us
Ere we return back home.
But we cannot "Need ourselves"
We must all serve one another
With kind and loving hands,
Just like our elder Brother,
So that when we are subjected
To that interval of heat,
We'll be like the loaf of bread;
Warm and smooth, and smelling sweet.

Take a Walk With Jesus
(Walk outside, and find and place the following items in a bag. A great idea for CAMP or EASTER Sunday.)

A BRANCH – a week before his crucifixion, as Christ entered the city, the people waved branches from palm trees.

SOMETHING PRICKLY – his “crown” was made of thorns.

A PIECE OF WOOD – for it was out of wood his cross was made.

SOMETHING NO LONGER ALIVE– for the Savior truly died.

WHITE LINEN – Christ was wrapped in white linen before being placed in the tomb.

A STONE – it was a huge stone at the opening of the tomb that the angel removed.

SOMETHING LIVING – To remind us that Christ surely lives.  He died and was resurrected.

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Jelly Bean Prayer

Red is for the blood He gave.
Green is for the grass He made.
Yellow is for the sun so bright.
Orange is for the edge of night.
Black is for the sins that were made.
White is for the grace He gave.
Purple is for the hour of sorrow.
Pink is for the new tomorrow.

A bag full of jelly beans,
Colorful and sweet.
Is a prayer...is a promise...
Is an Easter treat!

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So the true spirit of Christmas can join your family too.
Now throughout this holiday season, as the days get hectic and long,
Gather together at the end of each day,
Share a scripture, story and song.
With your  hearts and voices joined together, the spirit will ring loud and clear,
And we hope that this time spent together
Will fill your holidays with cheer!

Dec. 1 Isaiah 7:14                  Angels We Have Heard On High
Dec. 2 Isaiah 9:6                   Away In A Manger
Dec. 3 Micah 5:2                   O Little Town of Bethlehem
Dec. 4 Jeremiah 23:5            O Come All Ye Faithful
Dec. 5 Isaiah 40:1-4              Joy to the World
Dec. 6 Jeremiah 33:14-15     The First Noel
Dec. 7 Isaiah 40:11                It Came Upon A Midnight Clear
Dec. 8 Psalms 24                    Hark the Herald Angels Sing
Dec. 9 Jeremiah 23:6            While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks
Dec. 10 Jacob 7:11-12            Far, Far Away On Judea's Plain
Dec. 11 1 Nephi 10:4              God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
Dec. 12 1 Nephi 13:18             What Child Is This
Dec. 13 1 Nephi 11:20-24       O Holy Night
Dec. 14 1 Nephi 11:27            Who Is The Child
Dec. 15 Helaman 14:3             Samuel Tells of the Baby Jesus
Dec. 16 Helaman 14:5-6         I Heard the Bells
Dec. 17 Luke 1:30-31             I Believe in Christ
Dec. 18 3 Nephi 1:13             When Christ Was Born In Bethlehem
Dec. 19 3 Nephi 1:19             Star Bright
Dec. 20 Luke 2:4-7               O Hush Thee My Baby
Dec. 21 Luke 2:8-11              How Great Thou Art
Dec. 22 Luke 2:12-14            We Three Kings of Orient Are
Dec. 23 Matthew 2:1-2         With Wondering Awe
Dec. 24 Mosiah 3:5-8           Silent Night
Luke 1:26-38, 46-47
Luke 2:1-20
Matthew 2:1-14

Bubble Gum Scripture Reading! This was pasted to a bag of gum balls given to the children during a sharing time Scripture reading is lots of fun... 'Specially while chewing bubble gum! Read the scriptures while you chew, And when the flavor's gone... You're through!

Thank You, Teacher
(attached to a rose or printed under a picture of a rose)

Sometimes it's hard for
Us little ones to say,
Thank you, Teacher,
For what you taught today.

You take us by the hand
And teach us from the heart
Preparing us for life
From the very start.

We recognize the time and
Patience you give,
Teaching us the gospel
That Jesus does live.

You make us each feel special
And we feel of your great love.
You will always be remembered
By us and God above.

May these roses be a symbol
From all of us to you.
Thank you for your example
And the many things you do.

- Michele Fennell

Prayer Rock (Attach this poem to a smooth rock and give to the children)   I'm your little prayer rock And this is what I'll do Just put me on your pillow to stay till day is through. At night turn back the covers and climb into your bed And whack! your little rock will hit you on the head. Then you will remember When the day is through, To kneel and say your prayers As you are supposed to do.   When your prayers are finished Just drop me on the floor; I'll stay all through the night to give you help once more. When you get up next morning Ouch! I'll stub your toe, So you will remember your Morning prayers before you go. Put me back upon your pillow When your bed is made And your little prayer rock will continue in your aid Because your Heavenly Father cares and loves you so, He wants you to remember To talk to Him, you know.

Activity Poems:
(make appropriate motions)

I dig, and dig, and dig.
And then I plant some seeds.
I rake and rake and rake.
And then I pull some weeds.
The sun shines bright and warm,
The rain comes down and so,
Right before my very eyes,
My seeds begin to GROW!
(push the tips of your right hand through the palm-down fingers of your left hand)

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For birthdays we decided to give out Article of Faith cards and planting kits. Each will include 2 dixie cups, a snack-sized bag of soil ( not for eating! ), three mystery seeds, and this rhyme.

Happy Birthday to YOU.
You have a project to do.
A cup, some soil,... and mystery seeds
You can plant like faithful deeds
And watch to see what soon will grow
The blessings of faith we don't always know
But the seeds are likely ot grow and sprout
Just as blessings from FAITH come out!

PRAYER BEAR I'm just a little Prayer Bear, I'll sit upon your bed. It's my job to remind you When your prayers should be said. When you put me on your pillow As you make your bed each day, Remember as you hold me, To take the time to pray. Then when you go to bed at night And put me on the floor, Remember to take the time to kneel And say your prayers once more.