“For God so loved the world, that He gave His only Begotten Son, “That whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” – John 3:16 Jesus, Peter, James, and John retire to the Garden of Gethsemane. Jesus submits to the Father’s will and begins to suffer for the sins and afflictions of […]
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“I beheld a tree,” said Lehi, “whose fruit was desirable to make one happy. … And as I partook of the fruit thereof it filled my soul with exceedingly great joy” (1 Ne. 8:10, 12). Nephi shared the meaning of the tree: “It is the love of God, which sheddeth itself abroad in the hearts
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The reason I may be interested in pursuing a career as an elementary school teacher is because educators are in high demand. I have the skill set to be of service to my community in this way. I have been a stay-at-home mom for 27 years. I am ready to give back in the way
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The reason I am interested in pursuing a career as a curriculum and instructional designer is because during the pandemic, the sudden switch to online instruction for many teachers was stressful. I observed that many children and families struggled to understand expectations, to complete work, and to engage and perform up to standards while “schooling’
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Babies love music. I remember the many hours I spent holding my little ones. When they were happy and we had a quiet moment, I wanted a way to interact with them. Singing came naturally to me, since I grew up in a musical home. I would sing “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star” and “ABCs” but
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A Toddler is… A toddler is a child who is mobile and beginning to talk. Toddlerhood is the developmental stage between being a baby and a preschooler. Parenting a toddler is very different than parenting a baby because: A toddler is mobile! A toddler can crawl, then walk, and soon run! A toddler starts to
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I am glad you are taking this course. Throughout the coursework, if you remain open and teachable, you will feel more love from God (which will result in you having more love to give to your family), you will be reassured in your abilities as an extraordinary parent during difficult times (which will result in
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Babies are so lovable when they get a healthy amount of sleep. Sing traditional and new lullabies to your baby to calm them down for sleep. Feel like a better parent and love your baby more by singing to your baby before bedtime and at other quiet moments. Who My children loved it when I
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We learned this song in Baby Music and Me this morning. I want to share it with you. Little Jesus Here is a Christmas musical activity to do with a young child (age 0-6) while singing “Little Jesus.” This sweet Christmas lullaby was written by Marilyn Curtis White (words) and Mark Newell (music). #parenthood #kidmusic
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Once you learn to REALLY interact and listen to your toddler you can have meaningful exchanges all day long. You and your toddler will be happier and will feel closer to one another. I have cared for children all my life and have found music to be the best way to engage with them. Children
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