Here are two ways to teach this lesson:
Gather the 12 symbols from all around your house. You can purchase the ones you don’t have, or print out pictures to go with each of the symbols. You might consider attaching the scripture reference onto each of the symbols. Then pass one or two out to each person who will be learning the lesson with you. Have them read them out loud and then discuss each one.
In our families, we are going to imagine as if a little shepherd boy is learning about these prophecies from his father. We are going to talk about what it might have been like to imagine the birth of the Savior before it ever happened. What would you have been watching for?
If your family loves to read a Christmas story every Christmas, you might consider “More Than Just a Star.” It is the story of a little shepherd boy named Micah, who collects all the symbols in a small shepherd bag and waits for the long awaited day. If you choose this option, you will still want to print out all of the scriptures and symbols to use as you go through the book.
This idea will work for families, youth groups, or Sunday School classes.
