Primary Sharing Time 2017: Agency is the Gift to Choose For Ourselves (January Week 2)

I am now creating 2017 LDS Primary Sharing Time Teaching Packages! If you know me well, you know that I have a great love for the Primary program. It has been such a joy to study, learn, and create additional teaching materials for Primary 2017!

If you are looking for effective visuals, teaching tips, and meaningful learning activities for your next sharing time lesson, look no further! We have EVERYTHING you need here!

This Primary Sharing Time Teaching Kit includes over 30 pages of helpful suggestions. It is designed specifically for the lesson, 

"Agency is the Gift to Choose for Ourselves"

(January Week 1 or 2)

 

Also, just as a reminder! Recently I began teaming up with one of my all-time FAVORITE LDS bloggers and designer, Shannon Foster from The Red Headed Hostess. Guys, she is seriously ammmmazing and if you haven't checked out her teaching helps and website, you MUST!

 Together we will be collaborating throughout the year to bring YOU and your ward 

2017 LDS Primary Theme Ideas and Helps! 

We are talking about a TON of ideas here including:

Primary Presidency Helps

2017 Sharing Time Teaching Helps

Primary Teacher Ideas and Suggestions

FHE Ideas

Singing Time Ideas

AND SO MUCH MORE! 

Stay tuned or follow this AWESOME Pinterest Board for updates! 

Now, back to our AWESOME January sharing time idea! What's included you might ask?

Well, each of our 2017 LDS Primary Sharing Time Kits include meaningful Primary games, learning activities, helpful teaching suggestions, and beautiful visuals and illustrations. 

 

In this particular lesson for "Agency is the Gift to Choose for Ourselves" we have included an awesome "The Letters of A.G.E.N.C.Y" activity for the Primary children!

The Primary children will be engaged in learning as the learn about the different letters of A.G.E.N.C.Y, learn about awesome scriptural examples, etc.

 

This fun activity isn't the only thing we have included in this pack! It is jam packed with teaching helps, visuals, take-home helps, etc! For more images and details of this 2017 LDS Primary Sharing Time kit, CLICK HERE!

Primary Teaching Ideas - Choose the Right B: Lesson 1

One of my ALL-TIME favorite callings has been the opportunity to serve as a Primary worker!

There is such a unique and special spirit in Primary, and I always feel as thought the children teach me much more than I teach them. 

If you are looking for effective visuals, teaching tips and meaningful learning activities for your next Primary lesson, look no further! In case you haven't heard, I teamed up with the seriously talented Shannon Foster, from The Red Headed Hostess to bring you some awesome teaching helps and ideas!

Today I wanted to highlight a teaching kit we created for the Primary manual, 

Choose the Right B: Lesson 1. 

 

As a side note, if you are looking for other teaching ideas like Doctrine and Covenant lesson helps or Sharing Time teaching suggestions click on the link below! We are releasing weekly lesson ideas for Primary 2017!

For this particular lesson titled, "Choose the Right", we have included 7 awesome teaching helps designed to help you get your Primary class engaged and excited to learn!

There are 22 PAGES (Yes you read that right, 22 pages!) of great teaching ideas and suggestions to compliment the teachings found in the lesson manual. 

 

 One activity your Primary class will love is the Choose the Right Board Game! The game is simple enough that any aged child can play. This CTR game will provide your class with opportunities to think and share their own experiences choosing the right! 

 

One of the other favorite things we have included in this Primary teaching package is the CTR 7-Day Challenge Flip Book. This darling printable book will encourage your class to write/draw one thing they do to choose the right each day (for 7 days). 

 

These fun activities are not the only things included in this Primary Teaching Kit! It is jam packed with visual aids, take-home helps, etc. For more images and details about this Choose the Right Lesson, CLICK HERE!  

 

Primary Sharing Time 2017: Agency is the Gift to Choose For Ourselves (January Week 1 or 2)

Primary sharing time is such a wonderful opportunity to teach young children, but sometimes planning can seem a little daunting. If you are looking for effective visuals, teaching tips, and meaningful learning activities for your next sharing time lesson, look no further! We have EVERYTHING you need here!

This Sharing Time Teaching Kit includes 44 pages of helpful suggestions, and is designed specifically for the lesson, 

"Agency is the Gift to Choose for Ourselves" 

(January Week 1 or 2), 

 

Also, just as a reminder! Recently I began teaming up with one of my all-time FAVORITE LDS bloggers and designer, Shannon Foster from The Red Headed Hostess. Guys, she is seriously ammmmazing and if you haven't checked out her teaching helps and website, you MUST!

 Together we will be collaborating throughout the year to bring YOU and your ward 

2017 LDS Primary Theme Ideas and Helps! 

We are talking about a TON of ideas here including:

Primary Presidency Helps

2017 Sharing Time Teaching Helps

Primary Teacher Ideas and Suggestions

FHE Ideas

Singing Time Ideas

AND SO MUCH MORE! 

Stay tuned or follow this AWESOME Pinterest Board for updates!

Now, back to our AWESOME January sharing time idea! What's included you might ask?

Well, each of our 2017 LDS Primary Sharing Time Kits include meaningful Primary games, learning activities, helpful teaching suggestions, and beautiful visuals and illustrations.

In this particular lesson for "Agency is the Gift to Choose for Ourselves" we have included an awesome "Choose Your Own Adventure" activity for the kids! Trust us when we say, they are going to LOVE this activity!

The Primary children will be engaged in learning as they go on "adventure" recognizing that their decisions will determine their destiny!

 

This fun activity isn't the only thing we have included in this pack! It is jam packed with teaching helps, visuals, take-home helps, etc! For more images and details of this 2017 LDS Primary Sharing Time kit, CLICK HERE!

2017 LDS Primary Theme

It's that wonderful time of year again! The time where we get to prepare for a new theme in Primary!

Is anyone else as excited as I am for the new 2017 Primary theme, "Choose the Right"? 

To get you all ready for the new year, I have come up with 

 15 AWESOME LDS PRIMARY HELPS AND TIPS FOR 2017!

Whether you are serving in Primary or are a parent / grandparent to a Primary aged child, below is a list of suggestions and ways you can get your children excited about this year's Primary theme!

 

But before we get started, I have some SERIOUSLY exciting news to share! Recently I began teaming up with one of my all-time FAVORITE LDS bloggers and designer, Shannon Foster from The Red Headed Hostess. Guys, she is seriously ammmmazing and if you haven't checked out her teaching helps and website, you MUST!

Together we will be collaborating throughout the year to bring YOU and your ward 

2017 LDS Primary Theme Ideas and Helps! 

We are talking about a TON of ideas here including:

Primary Presidency Helps

2017 Sharing Time Teaching Helps

Primary Teacher Ideas and Suggestions

FHE Ideas

Singing Time Ideas

AND SO MUCH MORE! 

Stay tuned or follow this AWESOME Pinterest Board for updates! 

Okay, now to get started with the 15 LDS Primary Theme Tips and Helps for 2017... I have included everything from FHE ideas to sharing time lessons! I have even divided them into categories for you including ...

8 Ways to Implement the 2017 LDS Primary Theme At-Home 

5 Primary Presidency Helps and Ideas

2 Primary Teacher Helps and Suggestions

Are you ready to get started?!   Let’s begin with…

8 At-Home Primary Ideas for Families

 

 Most of the ideas below are taken from the incredible 

"Choose the Right Family Pack"!

Everything in this kit was designed to help you as a parent / grandparent teach your child the importance of choosing the right. This 2017 Primary Theme Family Pack will help you to emphasize the gospel principles your child will be learning in Primary this year!

 

 

1. Family Home Evening Scavenger Hunt

Get your family EXCITED about the 2017 LDS Primary theme with this awesome family home evening idea! 

This FHE is FILLED with learning activities your family will love including searching for CTR clues, 

playing games, setting goals, and singing songs!

2. CTR Memory Game

Your kids are going to LOVE this Choose the Right Matching Game! This activity was designed to help your children to become familiar with the 2017 LDS Primary monthly themes and scriptures. 

3. CTR Lunch Box Notes

Surprise your children with these meaningful Choose the Right Lunch Box Notes! Included is 8 different (DARLING) notes that will encourage your child to make good choices! Just drop a little note in their lunch for a fun surprise they are guaranteed to love!

4. CTR Mealtime Conversation Starters

Dinner time can be a wonderful time for busy families to connect with conversation, but sometimes those conversations need a little kick-start! To help you achieve quality conversation, we have come up with OVER 100 table topic discussions based on this year's Primary theme, "Choose the Right".

 

5. Articles of Faith Flash Cards

Make learning the Articles of Faith fun with this awesome teaching pack! 

This kit is great for memorization or family home evening!

6. CTR Bingo

This fun game is designed to help your children become familiar with the 2017 LDS Primary monthly themes! 

The great thing about the activity is it can be played over and over again!

7. CTR Activity Place Mat

This Choose the Right Activity Place Mat is a GREAT way to not only keep

 your children occupied while you cook, but is also a great teaching tool! Win, win! 

8. CTR "Open When" Letters

These CTR "Open When" Letters are a sweet sentiment and great way to 

show your kids some love and encouragement throughout the year! 

5 LDS Primary Presidency Helps and Ideas

 

These ideas are they PERFECT way to help you stayed organized as a Primary presidency this upcoming year!

9. 2017 LDS Primary Sharing Time Helps

One of the things I am the MOST excited to offer this upcoming year is 2017 Primary sharing time lesson packs! If you are looking for effective visuals and learning activities, we have everything you need! Check out our weekly Sharing Time ideas which include Primary games, learning activities, and wonderful illustrations!

10. 2017 LDS Primary Birthday Ideas

This 2017 LDS Primary Birthday Kit contains easy-to-print items to help you celebrate the birthdays of each Primary child! You will LOVE the variety of ideas we have included!

11. Articles of Faith Teaching Pack

This Articles of Faith Pack is perfect for Primary 2017! It includes everything you need to get your Primary children excited to learn about the Articles of Faith. Use our teaching aids, punch cards, and more to help with memorization!  

12. 2017 LDS Primary Bulletin Board Display

Use these effective visuals and illustrations to get your Primary children excited about the 2017 Primary theme! This 2017 LDS Primary Theme Bulletin Board Pack includes over 50 pieces to help you decorate this year! These gorgeous printables are the PERFECT way to brighten your Primary room! 

13. 2017 LDS Primary Presidency Planner

We are not exaggerating when we say THIS PLANNER HAS IT ALL! With over 80 pages of organizational printables for Primary 2017 you will appreciate all that this pack has to offer! Check out the link above for even more details!

 LDS Primary Teacher Helps and Ideas

These ideas were designed to help you as a Primary teacher during the year of 2017!

 

14. 2017 LDS Primary Weekly Lessons

We will be releasing WEEKLY Primary Lesson Packs for ALL CLASSES! Yes, you read that right, ALL CLASSES (sunbeams, junior Primary, AND senior Primary). These well-thought-out kits are filled with amazing lesson activities, illustrations, teaching suggestions and MORE!

15. 2017 LDS Primary Birthday Ideas

Celebrate the birthdays in your class with these FUN ideas! We have come up with a variety of birthday options all centered on the 2017 LDS Primary theme, Choose the Right!

2017 Free Modern Primary Printables: Choose the Right

Did you already see that I made up some DARLING 2017 Free Primary Printables? 

If not, be sure to check them our HERE!  They were inspired by President Monson's talk,

 "Choose the Right Path" with a fun destination theme to the design!

I decided I wanted to whip up one more option for the 2017 Primary Theme, Choose the Right! 

These designs are a little modern in case your primary wants to go with a more simple look!

I hope you enjoy these FREE 2017 Primary Printables!

 

 Modern LDS Primary Theme Poster for 2017

8x10 PDF File Download

8x10 JPEG File Download

11x17 PDF File Download

11x17 JPEG File Download

16x20 PDF File Download

16x20 JPEG File Download

2017 LDS Primary Theme Binder Cover Download

2017 LDS Primary Theme Sharing Time Schedule Download

 2017 LDS Primary Theme 1 Inch Circles


ADDITIONAL PRIMARY 2017 THEME COORDINATES
Looking for some additional modern primary coordinates for 2017? I've got you covered! Take a peek below and hop over to my Etsy shop for more information!

And GREAT NEWS! You can even get everything for a discounted price by purchasing it as a bundle! You can learn more about that HERE!

2017 PRIMARY THEME BULLETIN BOARD PRINTABLES

Okay, these are some of my FAVORITES! Trust me, you are going to need these in your life this year! They make brightening your primary board and room SO easy! I have included a darling banner, fun signs, and adorable "Choose the Right" embellishments!

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

2017 SHARING TIME ASSIGNMENT WRISTBANDS

These are some of my favorites! They will make your life so easy as you are assigning talks, scriptures, and prayers for sharing time! Simply print them off and wrap them around a child's wrist to take home!

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE

2017 CTR PRIMARY PENCIL TOPPERS

These primary pencil toppers include the new primary theme for 2017, "Choose the Right", and make the perfect gifts for birthdays or baptisms!

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE

2017 PRIMARY MONTHLY POSTERS

These adorable primary monthly posters are a great way to show off the theme and scripture for the month! They are the perfect way to bring the theme, "Choose the Right" to life this year!

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE

2017 CTR PRIMARY BOOKMARKS

These primary bookmarks include the new primary theme for 2017, "Choose the Right" and an awesome quote from President Monson! They would make the perfect gifts for birthdays or baptisms!

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

 

 2017 CTR PRIMARY CLASSROOM DOOR SIGNS

These primary door signs are great if you are looking to display the class and teacher(s) names throughout the year! Laminate these darling designs and re-use them over and over again!

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE

2017 SHARING TIME ASSIGNMENT CARDS

These are so east to use - just check the boxes! They even include the primary 2017 theme, "Choose the Right!"

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION 

2017 CHOOSE THE RIGHT DOOR HANGERS

These are the PERFECT primary classroom door hangers for 2017! Easy-to-use, just press print! 

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

2017 PRIMARY THEME GIFT TAGS

These ADORABLE "Choose the Right" themed primary tags are the perfect for any occasion!

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

LOOKING FOR ADDITIONAL DESIGNS AND IDEAS?
Guess what! I have created TWO-VERSIONS (yes that is right, two!) of designs for the 2017 Primary Theme! 
Click HERE to see some more ideas!

 

You can also check out this AWESOME post for even MORE 2017 LDS Primary Ideas! 

 

2017 Free Primary Printables: Choose the Right

 I was I absolutely thrilled when I saw the new curriculum for Primary 2017 was announced! In case you missed it, you can read more about it here!

I am SO excited to study and ponder the new theme which is, 

"CHOOSE THE RIGHT"!

I decided to whip up some FREE printable binder covers and posters to celebrate the new 2017 primary theme. When I thought about the new theme and about "Choosing the Right" I couldn't help but think about the recent talk from President Monson where he encouraged us to, "Choose the Right Path!" I decided to create some designs to remind the primary children as they are on their "journey" of life, to always "Choose the Right" path! If they do, it will lead them to the most wonderful "destination" of all!

I hope you and your primary enjoy these FREE 2017 Primary Printables!

 

Commonly Asked Questions:

CAN I ALTER YOUR DESIGNS?

I put a lot of time an effort into creating these files, and in return, ask that you please 

do not alter or change my design in ANY WAY (this includes translation). 

If you are interested in a design addition or alteration, please make a request through 

my SHOP for a small fee! Thanks for your cooperation! 

HOW DO YOU CREATE YOUR DESIGNS?

I am actually a self-taught graphic designer! 

I use Adobe Illustrator to create all of my design work! 

WHAT IF I HAVE DIFFERENT CLASSES?

Please feel free to contact me through my SHOP for custom classes. 

Please do alter my designs without permission. Thank you!

UPDATE: EXCITING NEWS!!!

RED HEADED HOSTESS COLLABORATION

Guys! I have some SERIOUSLY exciting news! Recently I teamed up with one of my ALL-TIME favorite LDS bloggers and designer Shannon Foster from The Red Headed Hostess.

 

Shannon is seriously AMMMMAZING and if you haven't checked out her site or teaching helps, it is a must! Together we will be collaborating throughout the year to bring YOU and your ward

2017 LDS Primary Theme Ideas and Helps!

Here is just a snippet of what we have put together for Primary 2017!

2017 LDS Primary Family Pack

This is probably one of my FAVORITE things I have ever designed! Everything in this 2017 CTR Family Pack was designed to help you as a parent / grandparent teach your child the importance of choosing the right. This 2017 Primary Theme Family Pack will help you to emphasize the gospel principles your child will be learning in Primary this year!

GRAB YOUR FAMILY PACK HERE 

2017 LDS Sharing Time Lesson Kits

Primary sharing time is a wonderful time opportunity to teach young children. If you are looking for effective visuals and learning activities, we have everything you need! Perfect for Primary 2017 we have included games, learning activities, and illustrations for each week!

  

CHECK OUT OUR SHARING TIME IDEAS HERE

Now on to some 2017 LDS Primary freebies!

 

2017 Primary Theme Poster

Click Here 8 x 10 PDF File

Click Here 8 x 10 High Res JPEG File

Click Here 8.5 x 11 PDF File

 Click Here 8.5 x 11 High Res JPEG File

Click Here 16 x 20 PDF File

 Click Here 16 x 20 High Res JPEG File

 

2017 Primary Presidency & Teacher Binder Covers

Click Here for Download

2017 Sharing Time Schedule (Perfect for Back of Binders)

Click Here for Download

ADDITIONAL 2017 PRIMARY COORDINATES

Looking for some cute additional coordinates? I've got you covered! Take a peak below and hop over to my Etsy shop for more information on some of my cute EXTRA designs!

Annnnnnddddd.... Great news! I am offering a discount bundle price! 
Don't miss out on the SUPER SAVINGS!

 

 

 2017 CTR PRIMARY CLASSROOM DOOR SIGNS

These primary door signs are great if you are looking to display the class and teacher(s) names throughout the year! Laminate these darling designs and re-use them over and over again!

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE!

 

2017 CTR PRIMARY PENCIL TOPPERS

These primary pencil toppers include the new primary theme for 2017, "Choose the Right", and make the perfect gifts for birthdays or baptisms!

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE!

 

2017 SHARING TIME ASSIGNMENT CARDS

These are so east to use - just check the boxes! They even include the primary 2017 theme, "Choose the Right!"

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE!

 

 

2017 SHARING TIME ASSIGNMENT WRISTBANDS

These are some of my favorites! They will make your life so easy as you are assigning talks, scriptures, and prayers for sharing time! Simply print them off and wrap them around a child's wrist to take home!

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE!

 

2017 CTR CUSTOM DOOR SIGNS

The great thing about these darling door signs is not only do they include the 2017 primary theme, but they can also be customized with your ward's name!

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE!

2017 CTR PRIMARY BOOKMARKS

These primary bookmarks include the new primary theme for 2017, "Choose the Right" and an awesome quote from President Monson! They would make the perfect gifts for birthdays or baptisms!

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE!

 

2017 PRIMARY BULLETIN BOARD PRINTABLES

Okay, these are some of my FAVORITES! Trust me, you are going to need these in your life this year! They make brightening your primary board and room SO easy! I have included a darling banner, fun signs, and adorable "Choose the Right" embellishments!

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE!

 

 

2017 PRIMARY MONTHLY POSTERS

These adorable primary monthly posters are a great way to show off the theme and scripture for the month! They are the perfect way to bring the theme, "Choose the Right" to life this year!

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION! 

 

 "CHOOSE THE RIGHT PASSPORT" MINI COLORING BOOKS

These "Choose the Right Passport" mini coloring books are the perfect way to get your primary children excited about learning this year! These easy to-use coloring pages are a great way to teach about the Sharing Time theme each month. It even has a place for a child to write their testimony! Combine all the colored pictures and testimonies into a DARLING passport with our cute printable folded cover!

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION! 

 

2017 CHOOSE THE RIGHT DOOR HANGERS

These are the PERFECT primary classroom door hangers for 2017! Easy-to-use, just press print!

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE!

 

2017 PRIMARY THEME TAGS

These ADORABLE "Choose the Right" themed primary tags are the perfect for any occasion!

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE!

 

2017 PRIMARY BIRTHDAY IDEA - "CHEWS THE RIGHT"

These "Chews the Right" printable will make the perfect gift for your primary during 2017! Wish your primary a "Happy Birthday" with these bright fun printables! Perfect for gum, starbursts, etc.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE!

AAAANND....ADDITIONAL ARTICLE OF FAITH PACKAGE

In addition to the 2017 Bargain Bundle, I have created an awesome Articles of Faith Package! This will make the Articles of Faith easy and fun this year! This pack is great for primary presidencies OR families!

(Please note, the package below is NOT included in the Bargain Bundle, but a seperate package! For more information, please check out my Etsy shop!

 2017 LDS PRIMARY ARTICLES OF FAITH FLASHCARDS

These Article of Faith Flashcards provide such a fun way to help with memorization. Each card includes and front and back design. One side shows the wording for the Article of Faith, and one side shows a picture and word associated with that particular Article of Faith (to be used as a reminder as the child is learning and practicing).

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE!

 2017 LDS PRIMARY ARTICLES OF FAITH POSTERS

Use these darling Articles of Faith posters as a great teaching tool! You can either post them on your bulletin board or use them during Sharing and Singing Time! Both JPEG and PDF versions are included!

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE!

2017 LDS PRIMARY ARTICLES OF FAITH PUNCH CARDS

These punch cards provide a fun and easy way to keep track of your primary's progress! Simply print off a punch card for each primary child and when they pass of an Article of Faith, punch their cards! 

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE!

 

2017 LDS PRIMARY ARTICLES OF FAITH ROAD MAP

Use this darling poster as a fun teaching aid! It is an easy way to display the Article of Faith you are working on in primary. Simply add the coordinating label to the poster when you begin working on that Article of Faith for the month! The road map will show your progress throughout the year!

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE!

LOOKING FOR MORE 2017 LDS THEME IDEAS!? BE SURE TO ALSO CHECK OUT THIS AWESOME POST FILLED WITH GREAT TIPS AND IDEAS!