We had the opportunity for 4 of us to go downtown and watch a session in the conference center this year. Both the kids old enough to go said they didn't want to because it would be harder to do all the fun stuff we did last time. Makes a parent at least "think" they are doing something right.
Here is our list of things we will be doing this year:
Conference Store-HUGE HIT!
Print out commonly used words (of just write them on slips of paper big enough to read) and tape them to the wall. Use different words each session. Every time one of the words is said the kids that heard it get a penny. At the end of the session they get to "buy" something from the store. I collect cheapo fun things and treats, giving each a monetary value. They can choose to either save up or spend. Hints: the kids have to be quiet this time. Last year Sam got lost of penny's from association. He just listened to the older kids and knew when to ask for one. Also, we had to trade off being the bank. That person doesn't get to do anything but hand out penny's.
Prophet Wall:
Tape pictures of each of the Apostles and First Presidency on a wall. Leave them up the entire weekend. As soon as one talks, the kids write what the subject was on the picture. It is a guessing game near the end to see who is going to talk that session.
Conference Packets:
Find these on www.lds.org or www.sugardoodle.net . There are a bunch of them for all different ages. We let the kids have these for one session. I save extras for any session that they might need the extra help paying attention.
Snack Drawing:
Essential! Must have Treats! This year I am going to put the names of each snack in a bag and the kids get to draw out which ones we will be having during that session. They last longer and it gives them something to look forward too.
King Benjamin Tents:
I debated this one last year, but the boys got a fort building kit for Christmas. Sunday morning session we are going to build ourselves a rockin' tent to sit under while watching the session. We will have a short discussion about King Benjamin before hand so that the children understand.
And finally: Priesthood Session Party!
Since Bryon is currently the only one who can attend, I am putting Rebekah in charge of planning something fantabulous for us to do while he is gone. There are a ton of ideas on SugarDoodle that we are going to discuss. Best of all, she can use the entire weekend as a Faith Value Project. 8 hours of regular sessions with party planning and execution.
