Ways to use them:
- Cut the strips with fancy craft scissors so they had cute
edges,
- Curled them around a pencil, sometimes several at a time
- Run the questions off on value colored paper - look nicer
through the jar - only use the value of the month questions
- Use a basket, put the papers back in the jar when your done
looking at them
- As a group, everyone takes a slip of paper and writes about
the one they drew and then pass it to the person on their right and they write about it.
Continue to pass them around the table until everyone has written about all those chosen.
- When you take them out, fold them. Next time choose the ones
that aren't folded
- Instead of putting them back in the jar, have YW tape or glue
them onto their page
- Affix Journal poem on outside of journal jar
Journals
"Preserve your memories - seal them up
well.
What you forget, you can never retell.
But a journal that's kept fresh on the shelf
Will help someone through rough times -
Maybe even yourself!"
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What I believe in: (Faith)
What would it be like to be without your family
in the Hereafter?
What does Christ's sacrifice mean to you?
When Christ comes again will you recognize him?
How?
How different would your life be if you did not
have the truth & knowledge of the gospel?
If you have lived when Joseph Smith did, would
you have believed his testimony that he saw God, the Father & been willing to read the
Book of Mormon?
Read about the Last Supper in Matt 26:26:28,
Mark 14:22-24 & Luke 22:17-20. Write in your journal what the words of the prayers
mean. (B1, F)
Find four scriptures about Faith. Write the
references in your journal. Memorize one and record it in your journal. Write a short
sentence or two telling shat the scriptures means to you. (B1 F)
Read Ether 12:12-18. Write in your journal
about the experience you have had or that you are aware of that is an example of faith.
(MM1, F)
Young Women Thoughts (Divine Nature)
What is your favorite YW value? Why?
What does the value "FAITH" mean to
you?
What does the value "DIVINE NATURE"
mean to you?
What does the value "INDIVIDUAL
WORTH" mean to you?
What does the value "KNOWLEDGE" mean
to you?
What does the value "CHOICE AND
ACCOUNTABILITY" mean to you?
What does the value "GOOD WORKS" mean
to you?
What does the value "INTEGRITY" mean
to you?
Who is your favorite latter-day prophet and
why?
What is your best memory from Girls' Camp?
Describe the best fireside you have ever been
to.
What was the best YW lesson you have ever
heard? What did you learn? Who taught it?
What is the hardest YW value to work on?
Read Alma 7:23-24 and D&C 121:45. In your
own words list the divine qualities given in these scriptures. How can I develop each
quality. Write down your ideas (B1, DN)
Read Alma 56:45-48 and 57:21. Think about what
qualities a mother needs before she can teach her children to have faith and base their
decisions on gospel truths. What do these verses mean in your life now and in your
preparation to be a mother? Record your thoughts in your journal. (MM1, DN)
What qualities and talents will help you to be
a good wife? A good mother?
What qualities and talents do you want to
develop so that you can be a better wife? a better mother?
What qualities did you inherit from you mother?
Your father? How will they help you?
What traditions have been handed down to you
that you will take into your family?
What qualities did Mary have to be Jesus'
mother? Do I have some of those qualities?
What are the differences between mothers of the
world and mothers in Zion?
All About Me / What I Like and Dislike
(Individual Worth)
What is your shoe size? What size clothes do
you wear?
How tall are you? How much do you weigh?
How long is your hair?
Describe the street you live on.
When did you get your first bike?
When did you get your first set of scriptures?
Who baptized you? Who came to the baptism? Did
other children get baptized that day?
What is something you are really proud of
yourself for?
What is something that you have never done but
would like to?
What is something that few people know about
you?
Do you have a middle name? If so, who were you
named after or what does it represent?
If no middle name, what would you choose as a
middle name or are you glad you don't have one and why?
Name three generations of family members on
your mother's side, starting with yourself and any additional information.
Name three generations of family members on
your father's side starting with yourself and any additional information.
What is a typical Sunday in your home?
What is my favorite food? Why? What food will I
never eat? Why?
What is your favorite ice cream? Why? What is
your least favorite ice cream? Why?
What is your favorite Primary song? What is
your favorite hymn?
Who is your favorite Book of Mormon character?
Why?
Who is your favorite Old Testament character?
Why?
Who is your favorite New Testament character?
Why?
What is your favorite article of faith? Why?
Do you have a favorite item of clothing? Why do
you like it?
What is your favorite flavor of gum to chew?
What is your favorite candy bar? cookie?
What is your favorite music group/singer and
song today?
What is your favorite movie? Why?
What is your favorite TV program? Why? What is
your least favorite TV program? Why?
Who is your favorite actor? Why? Who is your
favorite actress? Why?
Who is your favorite athlete? Why?
Do you have a favorite professional sports
team? Who? Why?
What is your favorite board game? Why? What is
your least favorite board game? Why?
What is your favorite type of pie? Can you make
it? Have you tried?
What is your favorite household chore to do?
Your least favorite household chore to do?
If you could star in any movie which would it
be and why?
Who would you choose for a leading man if you
were the actress?
Who is your favorite cartoon character?
What is your favorite holiday? Why? What are
your best memories of it?
What is your birthstone and what color is it?
What day of the week were you born and what
time of day?
How much did you weigh when you were born and
how long were you?
Who do you look like your mom or dad? Describe
why.
What is something that always brings a smile to
your face? Why?
What is something that always makes you feel
sad? Why?
Describe the school you attend.
What is your favorite day of the week and why?
What would be your ideal family pet? Why?
What is your favorite food at Christmas time?
Your favorite summertime food? Why?
What's Happening Now: (Knowledge)
Who is president of the United States? What do
you know about them?
Who is governor of the state? What do you know
about them?
Who is mayor of the city? What do you know
about them?
How much does it cost to go to a movie at the
theater in 1999? Popcorn? Drinks? Candy?
What does 1 dozen eggs currently cost? A loaf
of bread? A gallon of milk? of gas?
How much does a cassette tape cost in 2000? a
CD?
What classes are you taking in school? Which
are your favorite and least favorite? Why?
What will you do after you graduate from High
School? What do you want to do?
What will you look for when searching for a
college? Do you have any in mind? Why does college appeal to you?
What is the last book you read? What was it
about? Did you enjoy it? Did you learn something new? What?
If you HAD to give a talk in church, what would
you choose to speak on and why? What might you say?
If you could live in another country, where
would you live? Why? What do you know about it already?
Have you ever memorized a poem that you can
recite? Write it down.
Read 1 Corinthians 3:16 and record the meaning
of this scripture in you journal. Talk with a friend about your commitment to avoid drugs,
alcohol, and immodest dress and behavior. Record this experience in your journal. (B2, K)
Did you go to the library? Did your family have
a 'library'? Did your family read together? What was your favorite book to read together?
What magazines did your family have around? Did
you read them?
How do you feel about politics? Will you or are
you involved in political things?
If you could learn about anything in the world,
what do you want to know most? Why?
Was there a teacher who had a great influence
on you or motivated you to be a better person? Describe it.
My Future: (Choice and Accountability)
If you could buy your own car, what would it be
and why? What color?
What items would you furnish your living room
with when you have your own home?
What items would you furnish your bedroom with
when you have your own home?
What type of yard would you like when you have
your own home?
Describe your dream home.
Would you choose to live in the city, country,
or small town when you grow up and move away from home and why?
Will you raise your children the same way you
have been raised? What would you do differently?
How many children to you wish to have after you
marry? Boys or girls or both?
Describe your dream date.
What is a good age to get married and why?
Which temple would you like to be sealed in and
why?
What colors would you choose for your wedding
reception? What refreshments would you choose for your reception?
What foreign language would you like to learn?
If you could choose any profession, what would
it be and why?
What profession do you hope your future husband
will work in? Why?
Where do you want to be in 5 years? What do you
have to do to get there? What steps do you need to take to get to that stage?
Where do you hope to attend college and why?
If you could go back in time, what time period
would you choose and why?
Would you have been a good pioneer? Why or why
not?
What is your dream vacation?
If you could be any animal what would you
choose and why?
If you were old, what would you want your
family to remember most about you?
What is the best thing your parents have ever
said to you?
What do your parents say to you that drives you
crazy?
Describe your perfect day.
Describe something you will never wear in
public.
What is one bad habit you would like to get rid
of? Why? Write down a plan to do it.
What is one habit you would like to develop?
Why? Write down a plan to do it.
Do you have a favorite item that belongs to
your grandparents that you would like to have someday? What? Why?
What is the best invention so far? Why?
What would you invent that would help you right
now? What would it do?
How would you try to bring about world peace?
How many minutes do you spend on the phone in
one day? With who? What do you talk about most?
What was the best surprise you ever received?
Who from and why?
What is the best birthday party you have ever
had or attended? Why?
If you were on a deserted island, what 5 things
would you want to have with you and why?
Describe a typical Saturday for you and your
family.
What is your most memorable family home
evening? What makes it so memorable?
What would you like to do as a family?
What is your favorite Christmas song? What does
it remind you of?
What would be the ideal gift to receive for
your 18th birthday?
If you can decorate you room in any color and
style what would you choose and why?
Were you ever in a natural disaster? How did
you react? What happened?
Did you ever have an imaginary friend? What
kinds of things did you pretend when you were younger?
Who is your favorite relative? Why? What makes
them your favorite?
My Memories: (Good Works)
What are your New Year's Eve traditions?
How do you celebrate Easter?
Do you have any traditions for the 4th of July?
What?
Tell about your blessing day from your parents'
memories.
Tell about your best Halloween costume ever.
Describe it in detail.
What is the nicest thing your mom has ever done
for you?
What is the nicest thing your dad has ever done
for you?
Who was your favorite Primary teacher and why?
Who was your favorite elementary teacher and
why?
What is the longest period of time you have
gone without sleep? How did you feel? Why did you loose sleep?
What is the earliest you have ever had to get
up in the morning? Why?
What is the latest you have ever gone to bed?
Why?
What was the hardest topic you have ever had to
speak about?
What was the easiest topic you have ever had to
speak about?
What is the meanest thing that has ever
happened to you?
What was your first job? How did you feel about
it? How much did you get paid?
Tell about your first day of school and any
classmates you remember. Who was your teacher?
Did you have special names for your
grandparents? Did you have special feelings when going to visit grandparents? Do you have
a piece of furniture or family heirloom?
Describe your family home. Was there any
special view from it?
What is your bedroom like? Do you have to share
it? How did you make it your own?
Did you have a special object that you slept
with? blanket? doll? stuffed animal? Did it have a name? Where did you get it?
How I think and feel (Integrity)
How can you tell if someone is a good friend?
Explain your definition of a good friend. Do you have these traits?
It is better to risk and fail than to never
risk at all. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Explain your answer. Use
examples.
What is the difference between love and
infatuation?
Describe one person you admire. What are some
things you could start doing to live your life like that person?
How do you handle anger? Do you think this a
healthy way to handle anger?
When you are with friends, are you a controller
or are you controlled? What role do you play in your friendships?
Are you half of a person before you get married
and your mate makes you whole or should you be whole before you find a mate?
Should you look for someone who has things in
common with you so you can share your hobbies or should you look for someone who has
different interests so you can become a more well-rounded person?
What does "falling in love" mean? Can
you fall out of love?
Does you definition of love change throughout
your life?
Think of a place where you and a friend used to
go where great memories were made. Share that.
One of the greatest compliments I have ever
received was…
"To whom much is given, much is
required." Explain why this is so.
Which is worse, physical or emotional injury?
List some ways that you limit yourself.
We will all be teachers some time in our lives.
In what situations will you have the opportunity to teach?
"He who wants a long friendship keeps a
short memory". What does that mean to you?
Which do you strive for the most in your life -
Accomplishment, Security, Excitement, Knowledge, Power, or Love? Why?
"Self discipline is sacrificing short term
pleasures for long term gain." Give examples and what have you gained?
How are you a product of your environment?
"Let us so live that when we come to die
even the undertaker is sorry." - Mark Twain. How do you want people to remember you?
Are you living so that you will be remembered in this way?
"A sign of maturity is being able to
control your emotions" Explain and tell me if you control your emotions. Which
emotions sometimes control you?
A mirror reflects a man's face but what he is
shown by the kind of friends he chooses. What does that mean to you? How do your friends
reflect you?
What feelings do you have when you tell a
secret or spread a rumor?
Tell about a turning point in your life. Have
you had something happen in your life that has changed you?
Many of us have fears. Tell about a fear you
have that you have overcome in your life. How did you face the fear and how did it feel?
What is a role model and who has been a role
model to you? Who are some role models we have in society? Are you a role model for
anyone?
How important is self-image when striving for
success? How is your self-image?
Describe your generation.
How do you avoid stress?
What is today's popular music and how do the
lyrics reflect what we value as a society?
What are your thoughts about violent
cartoons/video games and the affect they have on children? What do TV commercials teach?
What is society's concept of beauty? Do the
things you think are beautiful fit in with society's concept? What is the same? Different?
What do you think brings success and happiness
in life? Are they the same? How so?
Tell about a time when you misjudged someone.
Perhaps you made a snap judgement about someone and it turned out to be wrong. Do people
misjudge you? Why?
Try to create a motto for your life. What is a
saying you could live by?
What do you think makes people rebel? In what
ways do you rebel?
