How many of you grew up loving to sing Book of Mormon Stories in singing time? I sure did! Make sure it becomes a favorite with your Primary by using this list of Book of Mormon Primary singing time ideas.
Using Church media is one of the most effective (not to mention easiest!) ways to teach Primary songs! I recommend teaching Book of Mormon Stories in singing time using inspired scripture pictures from the Gospel Art Book and Gospel Art Kit. They bring this Primary song to life!
Teach the Primary song, Book of Mormon Stories using these various singing time methods (click on the link to jump to that section):
How to teach Book of Mormon Stories song lyrics in Singing Time
History of the LDS Song Book of Mormon Stories
This information comes from Stories from The Children’s Songbook by Sister Pat Graham.
Elizabeth Fetzer Bates [the composer], a piano teacher and the mother of six children, became totally blind in 1951. She accepted her blindness as a challenge and decided that she would learn to do everything that she could.
In 1969, she wrote “Book of Mormon Stories” because she loved the Book of Mormon and was grateful for America. She thinks that children like this song because it is simple and true.
The 1988 Children’s Sacrament Meeting Presentation was about the Book of Mormon. Additional verses to this favorite song had been submitted by Nancy K. Dabies Carter and were used in the program.
I grew up in Sister Bates’ ward! A few of her grandchildren are my age. She was amazing! I vividly remember going to her home with my mom.
Sister Bates played on the piano Book of Mormon Stories and Pioneer Children Sang As They Walked, the two Primary songs she wrote in the Children’s Songbook.
She was an amazing example of enduring to the end, even when life gets extremely hard.
Book of Mormon Stories Music
Find the sheet music to Book of Mormon Stories on the Church’s website. Did you know there are 8 verses to this beloved Primary song?
Book of Mormon Stories Lyrics
Book of Mormon stories that my teacher tells to me Are about the Lamanites in ancient history. Long ago their fathers came from far across the sea, Giv’n the land if they lived righteously.
Lamanites met others who were seeking liberty, And the land soon welcomed all who wanted to be free. Book of Mormon stories say that we must brothers be, Giv’n the land if we live righteously.
Alma was rebellious, and he fought against the right. Then one day an angel came to turn him to the light. Struck before his brethren, Alma learned humility. Then he taught in the land righteously.
Don’t forget Abinadi, who stood before the king. All chained up from head to toe, the gospel he did bring. If he would deny it, then the king would set him free. He was true, and he died righteously.
Ammon was a missionary serving Lamanites, Tending King Lamoni’s sheep for several days and nights. Robbers came; he saved the sheep by fighting fearlessly. He had learned he could live righteously.
Once two thousand sons of God were called to fight the foe. Marching as an army into battle they did go. They believed that Christ the Lord their guardian would be. They had learned they should live righteously.
Samuel the Lamanite, high on the city wall, Came to warn the people, and repentance was his call. Arrows could not hit him, for a man of God was he, And he taught in the land righteously.
(Slowly and reverently) After Christ was crucified and died for you and me, He came forth to teach the truth to all who would be free. Hands were laid upon each child. He blessed them tenderly, And they lived in the land righteously.
Book of Mormon Stories Song Flip Chart
Find The Church of Jesus Christ lyrics in a printable flip chart format so you can easily post the words in your Primary!
1. Teach Book of Mormon Stories lyrics by Sharing Scripture
Tell all the inspiring scripture stories mentioned in Book of Mormon Stories. Use Gospel Art Book images and actions as your Primary engages with this favorite Primary song!
2. Teach Book of Mormon Stories lyrics by Using These Coloring Pages!
Children love to color! Let them listen to Primary songs while they color this Book of Mormon Stories coloring book. They will learn the song at the same time!
Access these printables at my Resource Library. Instructions for accessing the Resource Library are found at the bottom of this post.
3. Learn the Primary Song Book of Mormon Stories by using These Actions!
I sing Book of Mormon Stories with my nursery kids EVERY Sunday using actions! Primary kids enjoy these actions as they remember learning them when they were in nursery. (Scroll down in the post under Book of Mormon Stories.)
Or this is a fun variation too:
4. Teach Book of Mormon Stories with this Children's Songbook Companion!
A Children’s Songbook Companion contains a singing time lesson plan for every single song in the Children’s Songbook including Book of Mormon Stories.
Access this in my Resource Library. Instructions for accessing my Resource Library are found at the bottom of this post.
5. Learn Book of Mormon Stories with Merry Bells
Teach Book of Mormon Stories using Merry Bells handbells. There are several options to choose from:
- Play Along DVD Primary Songs
- Digital Download Multi-Note Harmony
- Digital Download Single-Note Melody
- Printable Handbell Charts
- The Merry Bells App
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8. Teach Primary Song Book of Mormon Stories with Sharla Dance!
If you love Sharla Dance, make sure to check out all her paper plate pattern for teaching Book of Mormon Stories:
Leave your Book of Mormon Stories Singing Time Ideas
How will you teach Book of Mormon Stories in singing time? Leave a comment with your suggestions and ideas!
Check out this quick tutorial video for accessing the Resource Library:
These printables are filed on my Resource Library page under Song Title > Book of Mormon Stories.
