Day 8

Read The Message of the Restoration: The Foundation of Faith p. 6-8

Discuss as you read:

~What are the truths of our Heavenly Father discussed in this section? (answers are summarized)

    1. God is our literal Father in Heaven.

    2. Our loving Father in Heaven reached out to His children throughout biblical history by revealing His Gospel to prophets.

    3. Our Father in Heaven sent His Beloved Son, Jesus Christ, to Earth to atone for our sins.

    4. He restored His gospel here on Earth.

   ~ What are the truths restored through Joseph Smith discussed in this section?

       1. God is our Father

       2. We are His spirit children

       3.  We lived with Him before birth

       4.  Families can live together forever in God’s presence through            Christ’s Atonement by obeying the laws and ordinances of the          gospel.

  Activity: Personal Study ~ Write an article about the message of the Restoration for a local newspaper. Here are a few activities and references:

http://schools.peelschools.org/sec/lornepark/SiteCollectionDocuments/EQAO/OSSLT%20StED-Writing%20A%20News%20Report.pdf

News Writing with Scholastic Editors

News Writing with Enchanted Learning

Day 7

Read The Gospel of Jesus Christ p. 5-6

Discussion: This section discusses the ultimate reason and purpose for missionaries, as well as the purpose and roles as members of this gospel.

Practice sharing your testimony of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Study Skills and Memory Work:  

~Learn about using art as a way to memorize by checking out:

Genius on Purpose Memory Maps

Older children can choose a topic or short book and use this example to take notes. 

~Work on memorizing Article of Faith #1

   ~ Link to Article of Faith Song 

   ~ Link to Article of Faith Puzzles 

Day 6

Read and Discuss The Power and Authority of Your Calling on p. 4

~Read Paragraph 1

~Read Paragraph 2- How can you set apart from the world?

~Read Paragraph 3 – Discuss how you are to act and behave.  Is it     different than a missionary?

~Read Paragraph 4 – Work and Teaching via Power and Authority   is evident by:

Discussion: Look at the painting and read John 15:1-16. Discuss the 1^st question in Activity.

Science: Study of Vines

~Follow the below links for an in-depth study of vines or a quick worksheet to identify the parts.  

OHC More Nature Study Book 3

Science Buddies

Day 5

Read Teaching by the Spirit on p. 3. 

~ If you wish to use the following worksheet, you can do this as a family or individually, after or during the reading. {HERE} is the Google Docs link. 

Communications: Be the Teacher!  Write and give a short speech. ~Here are a few links to learn how to write a speech.  http://www.best-speech-topics.com/how-to-write-a-speech.html  http://teacher.scholastic.com/Writewit/speech/index.htm

Day 4

Read The Gospel Blesses Families on p. 3. 

Discussion:
~How does the gospel bless your family?

~Why is the quote from President Harold B. Lee true?

~How does the importance of work play in your family?

Play cooperation games:

ABC and 123 Learning

Art: Learn how to draw an eye. 

Day 3

Read under the headline What is My Purpose as a Missionary? p.1 Stop at The Gospel Blesses Families

Discussion: How can we apply a missionary's purpose to your life right now? 

List all the roles you play.

Create a sentence (or draw) that describes and incorporates your roles with a purpose. ex. I am a hardworking student who loves my siblings, respects my parents, and is a good example of my Savior to my friends and family. 

Learn about the Tree of Life on {Sugar Doodle}

Play a Tree of Life Match Game from {Sugar Doodle}

Science: Learn about the parts of the tree… specifically a fruit tree. 

Tree Lifecycle Printable {Project Learning Tree}

Apple Printable from {The First Grade Parade}

Apple Tree Printable from {Mrs. T's First Grade Class}

I have this in hard copy and it contains GREAT material. {International Paper} now offers this as a pdf

Day 2

Read over the introduction

Discuss the purposes and take a "tour" through the book. 

Discuss study schedules as missionaries. Now discuss your study schedule as a student.

Compare your studies.

How can your family fit missionary study into your life?

Ex. Personal- How and when will you study? Companion- Share what you have learned with your siblings. District Meetings- Share with dad., teach one another, practice, explain, and discuss progress and needs.

Life Skills: Make and keep a schedule and to do list. Make your own scripture study journal.

Resources:  https://www.theredheadedhostess.com

http://www.pinterest.com/baklds/molly-mormon-~-scripture-study

Day 1

Read First Presidency Message on p. V – {HERE'S} a link to the online manual. Review the message and talk about it.

Language Arts: Underline the words that are verbs or action words. 

 

Discussion: How is this study intended to help you? What is the challenge?  What will be your rewards?

Language Arts:  Learn about letter writing and write a letter to you as the future missionary.  Explain how you prepared for your mission. Or, write a letter to a missionary serving in your ward.

  

Here are a few sites to help out with the letter writing process:

http://pbskids.org/arthur/games/letterwriter/letter.html

http://www.nhcs.net/parsley/curriculum/postal/FriendlyLetter.html

http://www.nhcs.net/parsley/curriculum/postal/PartsOfLetter.pdf

http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Letter-Writing-Templates-1012377

http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Formal-Letter-Writing-496530

Title of Contents

As more days are completed, the links will be updated and made available.

Day1: First Presidency Message
Day2: Introduction: How Can I Best Use Preach My Gospel?
Day 3: What Is My Purpose as a Missionary? Your Commission to Teach the Restored Gospel of Jesus Christ
Day 4: The Gospel Blesses Families
Day 5: Teaching By the Spirit
Day 6: The Power and Authority of Your Calling
Day 7: The Gospel of Jesus Christ
Day 8: The Message of the Restoration: The Foundation of Faith
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Introduction

I flip flop quite a bit when it comes to homeschool curriculum.  I'm not afraid to change if things aren't working and I love experimenting with new ideas.  I do, however, feel I need to focus more on the spiritual schooling with my children.  We have an amazing father who leads us in family prayer and scripture study, but I (the mom) was not being consistent in a religious study during our homeschool hours.

During the April 2014 General Conference I heard this talk and it inspired me:

Following Up By M. Russell Ballard

In it, this paragraph struck me as an answer to my prayers.

"To help you in this process, I invite all members, regardless of your current calling or level of activity in the Church, to obtain a copy of Preach My Gospel. It is available through our distribution centers and also online. The online version can be read or downloaded at no cost. It is a guidebook for missionary work—which means it is a guidebook for all of us. Read it, study it, and then apply what you learn to help you understand how to bring souls to Christ through invitation and follow-up. As President Thomas S. Monson has said, “Now is the time for members and missionaries to come together, to work together, to labor in the Lord’s vineyard to bring souls unto Him.”"

So my quest to incorporate Preach My Gospel into my children's study began.  As I searched, I found many family home evening ideas, and you can find them on my Pinterest Board, but did not find any that used things like science and writing as part of the Preach My Gospel lessons. I wanted to combine lessons because, well, my children have very short attention spans. I figure if I can get them to sit for one thing and slide in another, I've just killed two birds with one stone.

So, I began to write.  Most of the lessons can be done in 30 min more or less.  They can be altered for various learning levels. I currently have children ages 1-14 in my home.  Obviously, my 1 and 4 year old may not be able to follow me, but they can color, and are expected to be with me during the lessons. This is basically an outline so feel free to use and expand upon it as works best for your family.

Click on TITLE OF CONTENTS to find the lessons.