I love learning. I love teaching. When you can put both of those together, and add a toddler...life gets really fun. I have been praying for direction on how to teach Remi about Jesus, and how to incorporate reading the scriptures with him everyday. I tried reading one scripture out of the Book of Mormon each day, but I didn't feel like that was really beneficial. My mother-in-law bought Remi these two books for Christmas and we have both fallen in love with them. Remi wants to read these books everyday, and its so fun for him to be able to identify who the people are, and see the pictures, as I read each story. These authors directed these books toward young children, but they still captured the amazing lessons and stories from the Book of Mormon. I would recommend these books to any mom who is trying to teach her young children about the Gospel. I even find myself learning new things too!
Here are some things that I do with Remi, that might give you some ideas as you teach your little ones:
1. Before Remi and I read, we say a little prayer.
2. As we read each story, I have Remi do what the people are doing in the story. (ex. if the people are praying, I ask Remi to fold his arms, close his eyes, etc.)
3. I have Remi identify and try to say the names of the people in the stories.
4. I have Remi identify the colors, animals, and nature that is in each picture.
5. I ask lots of questions, and when I say names he is familiar with I ask more questions. (ex. When I say Jesus, I ask him if he wants to teach people about Jesus... etc.)
This seems like a lot for a toddler, but I am surprised how much Remi knows, and continues to learn each day. He isn't able to do everything on that list on every page, but I pick and choose what to talk about on each page. He is focused and interactive the whole time! Hopefully this will give you an idea on how to study the scriptures with your kids.
I love this Ashley! I can't wait to be a mother and teach my children all about the gospel as well as just in general, simple things they need to know in life! You are a great mother to your boys!
ReplyDeleteMy granddaughter is not only a beautiful and talented woman, she's very smart! Love this idea Ash.
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