I have a two year old girl and a four year old boy. I have heard that under the age of something like six that you measure attentions spans as their age in minutes...
Up until now, I had tried reading them scripture without pictures. I had mistakenly thought that maybe my voice or inflection or excitement might bridge the attention span gap; nope. :)
So I went to Deseret books on Monday and picked up "Read and Learn Bible", "My First Book of Mormon", and "More of My First Book of Mormon". The kids loved it! :) I was able to read a considerable amount from each book for a total of about 20 minutes reading time. I was pretty happy with that. Their favorite - the Noah flood story, largely because of the animals.
Then we had family prayer time where we all prayed together. My children are still young, they were thanking Jesus for cars and trains (my son) and purple cars (my daughter), but it was certainly a start. :) At least they are now thanking him for things instead of asking for things as if Jesus were Santa Claus (that is how it used to be).
They both enjoyed it very much and look forward to the next time. :)
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Hey Joe! It's great to catch up on the blog while I'm here visiting family in Utah. I'm anxious to hear about your Draper Temple experience!
ReplyDeleteFamily Home Evening is especially tough with little ones but they feel the spirit of the Lord and the "spirit of togetherness" no matter what you share and no matter how long their attention allows. "By small and simple things, are great things brought to pass..." Alma 37:6
Keep up the good work! FHE will be the start to some great changes in your little family. Watch the Lord work his magic with you and them through this time together.
You're a great example.
I have a lot to say about my Draper Temple experience actually. I haven't even really written my main post about it yet. I am hoping to do that in the next few days.
ReplyDeleteYou are so right about my little ones feeling the Spirit. I love them both so very much, and it is so special to be able to share scripture and love with them. :)
You, Katie, are a great example as well. I can't wait for my daughter to be old enough to be in Relief Society to hear you speak! :)