Sunday is a comin'

There is nothing like having to teach a class to force you to truly use Saturday to prepare for Sunday. I have found that, while I can give an impromptu lesson with a bunch of adults, doing the same thing for 6 year olds just doesn't happen. If I have prepared the lesson well, and don't have to constantly refer to the manual, I can keep control of my class. Preparing in advance also gives me time to think of (with total inspiration, I assure you) some awesome hands on experiences for the kids. At six years old, sitting still just doesn't happen. Pictures, crayons, games, songs, all of these are required to keep their attention. Treats are indispensable. They seem to find it easier to behave if they know they get a reward at the end of it.

It is getting harder though, mostly because of my pregnancy. I seem to do fine through sacrament, but as soon as I sit down in primary I feel the need to take a nap. That doesn't work when you have nine 6 year olds that you need to keep track of. Keeping my focus during class time is hard too, and I am the Teacher! Last Sunday I just wanted to give up and play the popular "HangMan" filler game. I am very proud of myself that I stuck to my guns, but I was so tired when it was over that Scott almost had to carry me out of church. He DID have to carry Danny, the diaper bag (stuffed to the brim with my scriptures, water, my lesson book, etc.) his scriptures and notebook, and all of our jackets. My Darling Pack Mule! I sure appreciate him.

Hopefully I get a helper this week. Especially as it will make it easier to find a substitute for next week, as I am going out of town.