So, you’re curious about the Mormon Church, officially known as The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Maybe you’ve heard whispers about strict rules, unusual beliefs, or that Mormons are just, well, different. Let’s dive in and see what’s what. Is the Latter-day Saint Church Really That Strict? Before we get going too much…
Calling all Primary leaders and teachers! Got a rambunctious bunch of boys to entertain and enlighten? Don’t worry, we’ve got your back! Here are 101 LDS Primary activities that will keep those boys engaged, learning, and having a blast. 101 Latter-day Saint Primary Activity Ideas for Boys Action-Packed Adventures Outdoor Obstacle Course: Set up an…
Whether you’re a school teacher, PTA member, or just a super cool parent, these Valentine’s Day school party ideas could be just what you need to make your kids’ Valentine’s Day extra awesome this year! From crafts, to recipes, to games, you’re gonna have the coolest V-Day party EVA!
I’m Serene, wife of eight years and mother of five adorable children (whom I contemplate duct taping together only about twice a day.) All in all, I think I’m doing rather well. After relating the story of my kids fist-fighting in church to my mom, she suggested that I start implementing the “three scoop” method…
Announcing that a baby is on the way and revealing the baby’s sex can be such exciting moments in a parent’s life! Plus, there are so many fun and creative ways to share that happy news with your family! I scoured the internet and found some really cute gender reveal ideas that I hope will help make your exciting moment extra special!
Our family loves basketball! Living in Utah, we’re huge Jazz fans, and we try to get to as many games as we can. But our love for basketball goes beyond just watching the pros. Our driveway is constantly filled with the sound of bouncing basketballs and the cheers of our kids as they play. It’s been…
Hold onto your hats, folks, because we’re about to take family scripture study to a whole new level! Get ready for A Joseph Smith—History Charades and Scripture Chase Challenge that will have everyone racing to their scriptures and shouting out verses with glee! This isn’t your grandma’s scripture study (unless your grandma was a total…
Mirror Mirror on the Wall, who is the fairest of them all? In the classic fairy tale, Snow White was the fairest maiden in the kingdom. But, it wasn’t her milky white skin or ruby red lips that made her the best. It was her kindness and goodness and her pure heart that made her the fairest of them all! If we looked in a magic mirror, what would our reflection say about us? Today’s family night lesson is about “Spiritual Mirrors.”
Okay, so we all know coloring isn’t just for kids anymore, right? It’s like, a total thing now. And for good reason! Turns out, getting lost in those lines and colors can actually be super chill. It’s kinda like meditation, only way more fun. There’s even science to back it up! Some researchers found that…
Back in December, Dan and I took all of the kids on a cruise. It had been planned nearly a year in advance, so we were SO excited when it was finally getting close to the time to leave. Well… we were all excited, except for my 11 year old son, Shane. Somehow Shane got it in his head that we were going to die, either on the cruise or the airplane. He didn’t know which, but he was 100% convinced that it was true. And, it was completely ruining him. It weighed on his mind constantly and there was no reasoning that could console him. He believed with all of his heart that I was taking him to his death. He couldn’t be around televisions or radios that had the news on, he lost his appetite and wasn’t eating, and he was certain that Christmas was never going to happen for us.
Happy New Year! It is fun to have a fresh start on many things including Gospel study. The focus for 2025 is the Doctrine and Covenants. I love that the so many of the words and teachings in Doctrine and Covenants are answers to prayers. It is a whole book of scripture that reminds us…
French toast is a classic breakfast dish that’s super easy to make and totally delicious. It’s basically just bread soaked in a mixture of eggs, milk, and cinnamon, then cooked until golden brown and slightly crispy. You can top it with whatever you like – fresh fruit, syrup, powdered sugar, whipped cream, the works! It’s…