I remember sitting at my kitchen table, staring at a blank notebook.
It was late. The house was finally quiet.
And I had one simple task: plan the next LDS Activity Day for the girls.
But my mind?
Completely blank.
I didn’t want to throw together something last minute.
I didn’t want bored faces staring back at me.
And I definitely didn’t want another activity that felt more like babysitting than building faith.
I wanted it to matter.
If you’ve ever felt that same pressure—the weight of wanting to do this well—you are not alone.
Because planning LDS Activity Days for girls isn’t just about filling time.
It’s about shaping hearts, building confidence, and creating moments they’ll remember long after they leave Primary.
The good news?
You don’t need to be endlessly creative or spend hours planning to make that happen.
Let’s talk about what actually works.
Why LDS Activity Days Can Feel So Hard to Plan
Before we jump into ideas, let’s name the real problem.
It’s not that there aren’t enough ideas.
It’s that:
- You’re short on time
- You’re juggling your own family
- You want it to be meaningful—not just fun
- You’re trying to reach girls with different personalities and needs
That’s a lot.
And when you’re overwhelmed, even simple planning can feel heavy.
Here’s the shift that changed everything for me:
Activity Days don’t need to be perfect. They need Jesus.
Once you focus on faith over perfection, everything gets easier.
Simple Categories That Make Planning Easy
Instead of searching endlessly for random ideas, use this framework:
1. Faith-Building Activities
2. Skill-Building Activities
3. Connection & Fun Activities
If you rotate between these, you’ll never feel stuck again.
Now let’s fill each category with ideas you can actually use.
12 Faith-Building LDS Activity Day Ideas for Girls
These are the moments that help girls feel something real—not just hear a lesson.
1. Prayer Journals
Give each girl a notebook. Let them decorate it.
Talk about prayer, then invite them to write one.
2. “I Am a Daughter of God” Night
Have each girl write qualities about herself.
Then add truths from scripture.
3. Scripture Treasure Hunt
Hide scriptures around the room. Each one leads to the next.
4. Faith Walk
Take a short walk and talk about noticing God in nature.
5. Testimony Sharing Circle
Keep it simple. Let them share something small they believe.
6. Service for Someone in Need
Make cards or small care packages.
7. Build a “Faith Jar”
Write things that help them feel close to God and fill a jar.
8. Act Out Scripture Stories
Let them laugh and act out their favorite scripture story.
9. Gratitude Night
Write or draw things they’re thankful for.
10. “When I Feel…” Discussion
Talk about how faith helps during hard emotions.
11. Temple Craft Night
Create something that reminds them of the temple.
12. Quiet Reflection Time
Even 5 minutes of calm can be powerful.
12 Skill-Building Activity Day Ideas
These are the ones parents quietly love—because they build confidence.
1. Simple Cooking Night
Teach them how to make something easy.
2. Basic First Aid
Bandages, safety, and simple care.
3. Sewing Basics
Even just threading a needle is a win.
4. Budgeting Game
Give them “money” and choices.
5. Goal-Setting Activity
Let them dream a little.
6. Kindness Challenge
Practice real-life kindness scenarios.
7. Time Management Basics
Help them plan a simple day.
8. Cleaning Skills (Make It Fun)
Turn it into a game.
You can encourage your girls to clean the church or an elderly woman’s home.
9. Communication Skills
Role-play conversations.
10. Leadership Mini-Lesson
Let them take turns leading.
11. Emergency Preparedness
Simple, age-appropriate basics.
12. Creative Problem Solving
Give them fun challenges to solve together.
11 Fun & Connection-Based Ideas (Because Joy Matters Too)
Let’s be honest—this is where memories are made.
1. Minute-to-Win-It Games
2. Outdoor Picnic Night
3. Craft Night (Bracelets, Painting, etc.)
4. Talent Show
5. Movie + Discussion Night
6. Scavenger Hunt
7. Team Challenges
8. DIY Spa Night (simple and clean)
9. Board Game Night
10. Dance Party with Positive Music
11. “Get to Know You” Games
These moments build trust—and trust opens hearts.
The Lesson I Learned the Hard Way
That night at my kitchen table?
I eventually planned something simple.
Too simple, I thought.
We made little gratitude jars.
That was it.
No elaborate lesson.
No perfect plan.
But something unexpected happened.
One of the quieter girls raised her hand at the end and said, “I didn’t know I had this many good things in my life.”
And the room went still.
That moment stayed with me.
Not because it was impressive.
But because it was real.
What Actually Makes an Activity “Successful”
It’s not:
- How creative it is
- How much time you spent planning
- How Pinterest-worthy it looks
It is:
- Did the girls feel seen?
- Did they participate?
- Did they leave feeling a little more confident, a little more loved?
- Did they grow in their faith?
- Did they “see” Jesus?
If the answer is yes—you did it right.
A Simple Monthly Planning System (That Saves Time)
If you want to stay consistent without stress, try this:
Week 1: Faith
Week 2: Skill
Week 3: Service or Connection
Week 4: Fun
Repeat every month.
Now you’re not starting from scratch every time.
Tips for Making Activity Days Easier (Especially as a Busy Mom)
Let’s keep this practical.
Keep Supplies Simple
Use what you already have.
Don’t Overplan
Leave space for conversation.
Let the Girls Help
They love ownership.
Focus on One Goal Per Activity
Not ten.
Give Yourself Grace
You are showing up—and that matters more than you think.
When You Feel Like You’re Not Doing Enough
This feeling sneaks in quietly.
You compare.
You second-guess.
You wonder if someone else would do it better.
But here’s the truth:
These girls don’t need a perfect leader.
They need you.
Your warmth.
Your effort.
Your presence.
Even on the messy days.
Final Thoughts: You’re Planting Seeds You May Never See Grow
Some nights will feel small.
Some activities won’t go as planned.
Some girls won’t seem interested.
But seeds are still being planted.
In the way you show up.
In the way you listen.
In the way you care.
And one day—maybe years from now—those seeds will matter more than you realize.
So the next time you sit down to plan and feel stuck…
Take a deep breath.
Pick one simple idea.
And trust that it’s enough.
Because it is.
Micah Klug is a homeschooling mother to five children and an author. She teaches time-tested solutions to help parents remember what matters most in life, including strengthening their home, faith, and family relationships. To learn how a child who grew up in an authoritarian home is now creating an environment of peace and joy in her own home visit this page. If you want to contact Micah, send her an email here or email [email protected].
