Mother

See also Father and Family

Stories

“A Mother’s Influence” (April 2007 Liahona and Friend)
Elder Carlos H. Amado of the Seventy shares some memories of the influence his mother had on him and their large family.
“Our Page” (August 2010 Liahona)
This page includes the testimony of a girl from Brazil who feels happy when she helps her mother.
“Showing the Love in Your Heart” (September 2009 Liahona and Friend)
President Thomas S. Monson shares a poem about showing love to your mother by helping her.

English only

“1-2-3! We’re Here to Help!” (May 2013 Friend)
Tyler and Trey learn how they can honor and help their mother.
“I am a daughter of God. Who can be my role model as I grow up?” (May 2011 Friend)
Elder M. Russell Ballard of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles tells girls to model themselves after their mothers.
“Many Hands Make Light Work” (May 2012 Friend)
Lizzy and her siblings come to the rescue after their mom hurts her hand.
“Mother’s Day for Mrs. Martin” (May 2004 Friend)
Sarah decides to make Mother’s Day special for her neighbor who has no children and whose mother and grandmothers have already passed away.
“Rememering Mothers” (May 2013 Friend)
Stories about the mothers of some of the latter-day prophets.
“Sarah’s Mother’s Day Gift” (May 1995 Friend)
Sarah gives her mother a special gift on Mother’s Day by helping her younger brother during sacrament meeting.
“Serving Mrs. Burrows” (December 2012 Friend)
Elder Michael T. Ringwood of the Seventy shares how his mother taught him to serve others.
“Spencer’s Mother” (May 2007 Friend)
Stories about President Spencer W. Kimball (1895-1985) and his mother.
“The Lookout Girls” (July 2011 Friend)
Amy and Becca decide to help their mom remember things she might forget while taking care of their new baby brother.
“The Most Important Job” (May 2011 Friend)
Includes a recipe for a Mother’s Day parfait.
“Women of Faith” (May 2007 Friend)
Elder John B. Dickson of the Seventy tells about of the faith of his mother and other women in his family.

Activities

“We Do Not Doubt” (March 2010 Liahona and Friend)
A dot-to-dot showing a mother teaching a future stripling warrior to pray.

English only

“Colorful Layered Cake” (August 2012 Friend)
Try this recipe for a cake like the ones President Monson’s mother would make.
“Happy Mother’s Day!” (May 2000 Friend)
Make a poster card of things you can do with your mom.
“Mom” (May 2003 Friend)
Cut out this card to give to your mom.
“Mother’s Day Activities” (May 2012 Friend)
Includes a recipe for breakfast waffle sandwiches and a sign to give to you mom.
“Mothers in the Scriptures” (May 2008 Friend)
Match these descriptions of different mothers in the scriptures with their names and the names of their sons.
“Puzzle Page” (August 2012 Friend)
Includes a word search with words describing women and a code to solve to find what helped the stripling warriors.
“T-Shirt Tote for Mom” (May 2013 Friend)
Make a tote bag for your mom by using a colorful T-shirt.
“The Most Important Job” (May 2011 Friend)
Maddie discovers that her mom has a really important job. Includes a recipe.
“Women of the Gospel” (May 2006 Friend)
Match the names of these women with their descriptions and then reveal a message about mothers.