Youth Activity Idea

Minute to Win It: Life Skills Challenge

Purpose

Learn simple skills and see how small, daily actions—both practical and spiritual—can helps us prepare to follow God’s plan in our lives.

Preparation

• Prepare several stations where youth can practice simple skills. Here are some suggestions:

  • Find a scripture using the Search feature of the Gospel Library app.

  • Fold a basket of laundry.

  • Sew a button.

  • Use basic tools, like a hammer or screwdriver, to accomplish a simple task.

  • Set a table, placing utensils, cups, and other items correctly.

  • Jump-start a car.

  • Invite someone to attend sacrament meeting (giving the time, location, and basic information about the meeting).

  • Reserve a name of an ancestor to take to the temple to be baptized and confirmed.

  • Manage a conflict with a friend or missionary companion.

  • Make an appointment for a temple ordinance.

• Ask ward members to lead each station and briefly teach the skill.

Instructions

• Assign one or more youth to each station.

• After instruction from the leader at the station, the youth have one minute to complete the task. Then they rotate to the next station.

Let’s Talk About It

Which stations taught you something you can use in your life?

How might these skills help you follow Heavenly Father’s plan for you? (see For the Strength of Youth: A Guide for Making Choices, 6–9).

How can small and simple actions make a big difference in your life? (see Alma 37:6–7).