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Young Joseph Smith’s (childhood) two-sided puzzle
OBJECTIVE: The lesson helps children follow the example of Joseph Smith in being a good family member and following Jesus. Review the attention activity (see PRIMARY LESSON below*) in the manual for which the following activity illustrates.
ACTIVITY: Young Joseph Smith Two-sided Puzzle
Imagine what the Prophet Joseph Smith would be like as you create and put together a puzzle that describes him as a boy, e.g., had blue eyes, he was born on December 23.
Description of the Poster and 10 Puzzle Pieces
YOUNG JOSEPH SMITH: He was born on December 23. He had blue eyes. He was named after his father. His mother’s name was Lucy. He liked to play games. He was honest. He was a hard worker. His family was not rich. He grew to be a strong man. He was visited by angels.
ALSO, NOT SHOWN IN THE PUZZLE ACTIVITY ABOVE
- His wife’s name was Emma.
- He was a strong man.
TO MAKE: Print or copy, color, and cut out the activity. Option 1: Fold puzzle in half on dividing line back-to-back. Glue picture side to word side (spreading glue over the entire piece, not just the edges). Trim edges. Cut puzzle shapes out as shown on one side. Place puzzle in an envelope or bag for children to take home. Option 2: Cut puzzle pieces out separately and lay side-by-side to view, put the puzzle together, and talk about puzzle pieces.
THOUGHT TREAT: Gingerbread Boy (like Joseph Smith as a boy).
TESTIMONY: Bear testimony that Joseph Smith loved his family and was a great prophet. He chose the right and served Heavenly Father.
Chapter 1: Joseph Smith and His Family: 1805-1820
Chapter 2: Joseph Smith’s First Vision: 1820
Chapter 3: The Angel Moroni and the Gold Plates: 1823-1827
LESSON IDEAS & SONG VISUALS:
#1 See the PRIMARY LESSON below*
#2 SEE INDEX
STORY found in Sunbeam Lesson 24 – I Love My Brothers and Sisters in the Primary 1 manual.
When Joseph Smith was a young boy, he became seriously ill. He developed a very painful infection in his leg. His mother became sick from caring for him night and day and needed to rest. Joseph’s older brother Hyrum asked if he could take his mother’s place. Hyrum’s parents knew they could trust him to take good care of Joseph, so they agreed. Hyrum stayed by the side of his suffering brother almost continually for several days. He held Joseph’s leg between his hands, which was the only way he could relieve some of the terrible pain (see Lucy Mack Smith, History of Joseph Smith, ed. Preston Nibley [Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1954], p. 55).
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How do you know that Hyrum loved his brother Joseph?
Explain that one way we can show love for our brothers and sisters is by helping them.
YOUTH CAN TEACH
So, please let them teach as it helps them learn the gospel and grow their testimony as they share it.
Use this BRIGHT IDEAS LESSON Planner to plan lesson objectives, activities, and discussions (included with each activity).
