As the new year begins, families begin studying the Old Testament of Come, Follow Me, and many children move into the Church’s new Primary class, resources from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints can help parents and Primary teachers teach their children.
Primary President Susan H. Porter expressed gratitude to all those who serve and teach children around the world.
“Every day you may feel that your contributions as a teacher, music leader, or member of a Primary presidency are unnoticed and unappreciated, but you are making an everlasting impact on the souls of the children you teach,” President Porter said. “They are pure and sinless sent from our Heavenly Father. Through your songs and words, your testimony can deepen their love for the Savior Jesus Christ and impact their whole life.”
Sister Amy A. Wright, first counselor in the Primary general presidency, urges parents:
“Our sacred responsibility is to create in our homes a sanctuary, a refuge from the storms of life. We do this while actively and passionately filling the hearts and minds of our children with so much light, truth and goodness that there is no room for the darkness of the world,” she said.
She pointed to the counsel at Deuteronomy 6:6-7. “These words that I command you today are in your hearts; and you shall teach them diligently to your children, and speak of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise up.”
Below are some examples of resources and ideas that parents and elementary school teachers can use in 2026.
“Come, Follow Me” Old Testament
Parents and elementary school teachers can use the materials in the Come, Follow Me handbook to study the Old Testament. The lessons include ideas for teaching children at home or at church, including full-size photos and activities for each lesson.
An appendix at the back of the manual contains materials that can be used at home or in the church. For example, parents can refer to Appendix A: For Parents—Preparing Their Children for a Lifelong Course in God’s Covenant Path. Also, during the fifth Sunday of the month, Primary teachers can teach from “Appendix B: For Primary—Preparing Children for a Lifelong Walk in God’s Covenant Path.” Appendix C contains instructions for singing times and sacrament meeting presentations.
Additional resources for teaching children, including games, stories, and activities, can be found in the Gospel Library under “Follow Me.”
Printed copies of Old Testament Stories have been or will be sent to ward leaders for distribution to families with elementary-aged children. This illustrated collection of scripture stories will also be accessible digitally through the Gospel Library and the Gospel for Kids YouTube channel.
social media accounts
Parents and Primary leaders and teachers can follow World Primary on Facebook and Instagram and their friends on Facebook and Instagram. These accounts include:
Helpful Ideas and Resources Tips for Teaching the Gospel Animated Videos “Come, Follow Me” Activities Uplifting Content
Also, follow the Primary General Presidency through our Facebook and Instagram accounts for teachings and invitations.
elementary music
Parents can create playlists of new and updated Primary songs in the Gospel Library app to listen to and sing at home. Primary music leaders can create and share playlists of songs that children are learning during Sunday song time. Many songs also have lyric videos, and there are options for kids to learn how to play the songs.
friend magazine
Starting in January, Friends are highlighting Primary service with a special “Find It!” In addition to monthly activities, you can also invite kids to track how they served and send in a handprint. The magazine also features an expanded “Come, Follow Me” section, now located at the back of the magazine. Use coloring pages and other activities for family night or Primary lessons.
Gospel for Kids YouTube Channel
In 2026, the Gospel for Kids YouTube channel will offer weekly videos to help families learn “Come, Follow Me.”
All-new, short and engaging craft videos perfect for easy lessons and crafts for kids Interactive videos that kids will love New animated stories from Friends Magazine New sing-along videos Animated scripture stories from the Old Testament New additions to the Growing Faith series
Gospel app for kids
In 2026, the Gospel for Kids app will have the following features:
New Illustrated Scripture Story New Coloring Book New Sing-Along New Interactive Game
Broadcast between friends
In 2026, two new Friend to Friend broadcasts will be available aimed at primary-age children and their leaders, teachers, and parents. These videos will be released on May 24th and September 14th.
As with previous Friend to Friend events, these videos can be used at home or as a resource for Primary activities and Sunday lessons to help children deepen their understanding of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Children’s resources web page
A new web page at ChurchofJesusChrist.org combines all of this help, resources, and more. It’s called “Teaching Children the Gospel of Jesus Christ.”
