The Sunday School manual suggests that you split your class into three groups to study one section. Remember that groups that are larger than 3-4 people in size are usually ineffective for teaching. Large Sunday School classes should look for a different activity to teach this principle. Everybody Writes or Scripture Tweet might be better for your larger group.

Study (in advance) John 10:1–18. Tell the children to sit anywhere in the Primary room. Explain that the room is like a sheepfold and their teacher is their “shepherd.” If they will listen and follow their shepherd’s voice, they will learn a lot this year. Have each shepherd call out his/her class by each child’s […]

My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me (John 10:27). “Peter, give me that thumbtack!” The Primary class fell silent, every eye on Peter. He surrendered the thumbtack, protesting, “Jeffrey started it!” Sister Brock glanced at the boy next to Peter. He was sitting quietly with his scriptures open. She […]

Before class, choose a class member that would be comfortable being blindfolded during class, but don't tell the class member before hand. Invite a parent of the class member you chose to visit the class without letting the class member know. Also invite a member of the ward to visit the class who doesn't know […]