Bring a jar to class and, after reviewing together Luke 2:7, ask class members to fill the jar with various objects that represent ways we spend our time. When the jar is full, invite someone to try to insert a picture of the Savior. What does this analogy suggest about making room for Christ in […]

Items needed a student or another person who can not read without glasses, and a pair of his or her prescription glasses a label that reads "holy ghost" tape Before glass begins, tape the label "holy ghost" to the eyeglasses. Ask the person to try and read a section of scripture without his or her […]

This lesson is especially good for demonstrating why priesthood ordinances are still effective if performed by a priesthood holder who is unworthy.

By Kristen Danielson I saw this object lesson I am going to use tomorrow for teaching #dandc59Have someone help you stretch a line of string/tape (approx. 10 feet long) across the floor. 2. Invite someone to do the following: a. Stand at one end of the string. b. Close their eyes. c. Try to walk the entire length without […]

For a transcription of this video, visit the site of its creator, Daniel Smith. This video describes a lot of scriptural symbolism and uses videos from several places to teach about the Annunciation of Mary.  I'd use this with older groups, like Seminary or adult Come Follow Me classes. Please note, this isn't a video […]

by Salena Thomas We played Stump the Teacher. I used this with Luke 1 where the kids were mostly familiar with the stories. So their goal was to ask me questions that I couldn't answer. If they stumped me then they got a small piece of candy. As I answered or didn't answer the questions I was […]

by Judi Kelly To go along with the principle: If we faithfully try to fulfill the roles the Lord has for us, He can do great things in our lives. What's This Tool?" Give each student in the class a different tool (car tools, home improvement tools, cooking tools, etc.). Tell each student that they […]

This video is silent -- perfect for setting a spiritual tone in your class.  It shows the wise men traveling, visiting a baby, and the departure to Egypt. Penny Abshire says: "I used this video .... When the video got to the part where the Wisemen saw Mary walk out of the house, I began […]

There are questions you don’t know the answer to, and for which you know no answer has been revealed. One of the most powerful skills a teacher can develop is the self-control is to say, ‘I don’t know’, and STOP. It takes a lot of self-control to achieve this top-level teaching skill. Most teachers have […]

Teaching students to use the Gospel Library to answer questions is one of my very favorite teaching techniques. In my opinion taking the time to teach students how to look up and answer when you can easily answer it yourself, separates good teachers from excellent ones. Using this method will take more time in class, […]