Katie Clark – Clarks Condensed

General Conference Singing Time Idea: Match the Message Song Hunt

Katie Clark — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:48:06 +0000

I loved how in his closing remarks, President Oaks’ said, “The Tabernacle Choir has just sung a musical prayer, “Tell Me the Stories of Jesus.” Music truly is a way of worship and prayer, and that’s what I love about singing time! We can share our love of the Savior through music. I’m not great with the spoken word, and I find I can express my feelings and thoughts through the beautiful songs…

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Choose to Serve the Lord: Simple Way to Teach in Primary

Katie Clark — Sat, 10 Jan 2026 21:03:24 +0000

This year as we study The Old Testament in Come Follow Me, I’ve been drawn to the song “Choose to Serve the Lord” by Angie Killian. I love how it gives an overview of Old Testament stories, and it teaches how we can choose to serve the Lord in our lives. What a wonderful message for everyone to hear! I am teaching this song in January in primary and wanted to introduce it in a simple…

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Zion Health Share Review – Our Experience Over Five Years

Katie Clark — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 23:58:00 +0000

Many people are looking for alternatives to traditional health insurance, and if that’s you – you may have stumbled upon the idea of a health share. If you get on Reddit or talk to a health broker, you may be scared away with horror stories. But we’ve been using a health share in some capacity or another since about 2017, and it’s been the best decision. While there are some sketchy…

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TickTalk 5 Smart Watch Review + Discount: Why We Chose It for Our 10-Year-Old

Katie Clark — Sun, 23 Nov 2025 18:43:16 +0000

There are many “safer” options available to allow you to keep in touch with your kids without giving them access to the whole Internet – but it can be hard to pick which one is right for your family. In this unsponsored review, I share why our family picked TickTalk, including what we like and what could be improved. You can also save $10 with the code CLARKS. As summer rolled in…

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Is Great Wolf Lodge Worth It for Families? (2025 Guide)

Katie Clark — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 19:56:38 +0000

Yes, Great Wolf Lodge is absolutely worth it for families with children of all ages, especially if you love a getaway that blends fun, convenience, and all-season play. We’ve not only gone with a variety of kids ages (from about six months all the way up to almost 13), but we’ve also brought along our extended family with other adults. I can say with confidence: it’s one of those rare places that…

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Get to Know President Oaks: Singing Time Lesson Plan

Katie Clark — Sat, 11 Oct 2025 20:44:02 +0000

Tomorrow is our Primary Program, and I thought it would be fun to do a trivia game activity afterward. With the passing of President Nelson, it seemed like a good time to help them learn more about President Dallin H. Oaks. This Singing Time activity is designed to introduce President Dallin H. Oaks in a fun, faith-building way that combines trivia, stories, and Primary songs.

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Festive Swirled Peppermint Sugar Cookies

Katie Clark — Tue, 31 Dec 2024 18:21:24 +0000

These swirled peppermint sugar cookies, coated in Andes peppermint chips and topped with sugar crystals, are not only pretty but absolutely delicious. This is the perfect Christmas cookie recipe! We invented this recipe a few years ago, and they were a huge hit! We hope your family enjoys them as much as ours does. Prepare the Dough…

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The Best Recipe for Saltine Cracker Toffee

Katie Clark — Tue, 31 Dec 2024 18:18:41 +0000

Saltine cracker toffee is one of our family favorites – and there’s a reason why we sometimes call it Christmas crack. You can never eat just one bite! I always love making Christmas treats every December, and there are a few that I always go to when I have my baking day. This saltine cracker toffee is one of them. I started making it years ago, quickly becoming a family favorite.

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Thoughtful LDS Primary Gift Ideas for Every Occasion

Katie Clark — Sun, 29 Dec 2024 03:15:01 +0000

Giving gifts in Primary is a wonderful way to celebrate milestones, encourage spiritual growth, and make children feel loved. Whether you’re searching for Christmas, birthday, baptism, or year-round ideas, this list has something for every need and budget. Keep in mind that it’s not about how much it costs but the love and meaning behind it! Pro Tip: We love using Amazon and Oriental…

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Latter-day Saint Primary Printable Gift Idea

Katie Clark — Sun, 29 Dec 2024 02:57:19 +0000

When I was little, my parents gave me a print that said, “All I Need to Know I Learned in Primary” and then it had lines from a variety of primary songs. It sat on my shelf for many years, and it’s something I always loved. Probably because I really do think all I need to know to find true happiness in life, I learned in primary! Last year, I was trying to think of a simple gift to give the…

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