Share the Christmas message from the First Presidency (see pp. 2–3 of this issue of the Friend, Dec 2002). Explain that while peace on earth is one of the promises of Jesus Christ’s Second Coming, we can have peace now as we follow His example.

Have the children read Isa. 2:2–4 aloud together.
Discuss what the Lord’s house is. Ask:

• “What are swords and spears used for?
•  What are plowshares and pruninghooks?
• How do we walk in His paths?”

Sing “Keep the Commandments” (pp. 146–147).

Discuss and list on the chalkboard specific commandments the children can keep.

Have the children read Isa. 11:6–8 aloud together.
Use the footnotes to help them learn the different types of animals mentioned.

Sing the second verse of “I Feel My Savior’s Love” (pp. 74–75).

Have the children use clay or salt dough (for recipe, see TNGC, p. 165) to make something that might be used in times of war.
Then have them “beat” their weapons into farming implements or other tools used in peace.

Next, have them make any animal, reptile, or insect.
Place all of the creatures together in a display.

• Discuss how these animals would get along today; compare that with how they will get along after the Savior comes again.
• Discuss how the children can get along with everyone today.
  How can there be peace in their homes?
  In Primary? At school?

Testify of the difference even one child can make in promoting peace.