Preparing for General Conference

Stories

“A Message for Misti” (September 2008 Liahona and Friend)
President Monson shares the story of a special general conference message.
“A Prophet’s Love” (October 2009 Liahona and Friend)
President Uchtdorf testifies of the goodness of the prophet. Includes a language activity.
“The True Church” (March 2009 Liahona and Friend)
President Eyring recalls a spiritual experience he had at conference as a boy.
“Three Bridges” (November 2008 Liahona and Friend)
Adapted from a 2003 general conference message by President Monson.

“Choosing Conference” (March 2012 Friend) 
Jennifer chooses to play with her friend later so she can listen to general conference.
“Conference Reverent Tent” (October 2008 Friend) 
After reading a scripture story about King Benjamin, one family decides to make a reverence tent to help them focus on general conference.
“Conference Time” (September 2010 Friend) 
Families share some of their favorite conference traditions.
“Matt and Mandy” (March 2012 Friend) 
Matt explains to a friend that he will be listening to a prophet during general conference.
“The Conference Center” (October 2010 Friend) 
Go along with Jacob as he tours the conference center.
“What is revelation?” (June 2012 Friend)
Elder Bednar shares his thoughts on the subject.

Activities for Children
This page of the general conference website includes a printable notebook, “Conference Squares” cards, coloring pages, and online games.
Coloring page: “God’s prophets and apostles speak to us in general conference.” (March 2012 Liahona and Friend)
“General Conference Countdown” (September 2012 Liahona and Friend)
Each day for the two weeks before conference, take a link from the chain and do what is written on the strip.
Hidden picture: “Follow the Prophet” (March 2012 Liahona and Friend)
“Heavenly Father Speaks to Us through His Prophets” (March 2011 Liahona and Friend) 
Children can take notes in this booklet during general conference.
“Living Prophets Teach Me to Choose the Right” (March 2012 Liahona and Friend) 
Keep track of who is speaking during general conference with a matching game. Includes a short story about a girl listening to the prophet.

Coloring Page: “Safe on the Sea” (October 2011 Friend)
The prophets and apostles tell us what we need to do to be safe.
“Conference Squares” (March 2012 Friend) 
This illustrated sheet helps children listen and mark off key words during general conference talks.
“Faith in God Challenge” (April 2011 Friend) 
Use these bulletin board tips to tune in during conference.
“For Older Kids: Conference Notes” (March 2012 Friend) 
The second item on this document suggests taking illustrated notes during conference.
“For Little Friends: General Conference Activity” (October 2007 Friend) 
The last item on this document includes a card that children can use to match favorite snacks with general conference topics.
“Sharing Time: Conference—a Time for Listening” (March 1985 Friend) 
Children can create their own conference report by answering these questions.

Bright Idea: President Monson quote (August 2012 Liahona and Friend)
Bright Idea: President Uchtdorf quote (February 2012 Liahona and Friend)
General Conference
The official general conference website of the Church includes archives, downloadable music, conference apps, and more.
Stories from General Conference
A menu of audio excerpts of some of the best anecdotes shared during various general conference addresses, organized by topic.