Choose the Right Hymn (archives) was one of the VERY first songs I taught as a brand new Primary Music Leader! Because of that, it holds a special place in my heart! I think this is a fantastic song to teach to the Primary kids! And, with this Choose the Right Flip Chart it couldn’t be easier!
Plus, as a bonus perk, the kids always LOVE it when they know one of the hymns sung during Sacrament Meeting!! I love hearing the boost of sweet little voices when one of the hymns we’ve learned in Primary is played during the 1st hour of church.
Choose the Right Flip Charts
Do you regularly use flip charts in Primary? I like using flip charts for my opening song and reverence songs that I’m not actively teaching (and repeating) so that the kids feel confident to sing along, even if they don’t know the song very well.
I’ve also used flip chips for no-prep Singing Time lessons when I’m in a pinch. I’ve shared these fun 10 Singing Time Flip Chart Activities over in that post that are perfect to keep handy.
Choose the Right Hymn Lyrics
This song is published in the green LDS Hymn book Page #239
You can find the Choose the Right sheet music here.
Verse 1:
Choose the right when a choice is placed before you.
In the right the Holy Spirit guides;
And its light is forever shining o’er you,
When in the right your heart confides.
Chorus:
Choose the right! Choose the right!
Let wisdom mark the way before.
In its light, choose the right!
And God will bless you evermore.
Verse 2:
Choose the right! Let no spirit of digression
Overcome you in the evil hour.
There’s the right and the wrong to ev’ry question;
Be safe thru inspiration’s pow’r.
Verse 3:
Choose the right! There is peace in righteous doing.
Choose the right! There’s safety for the soul.
Choose the right in all labors you’re pursuing;
Let God and heaven be your goal.
“Choose the Right” words by Joseph L. Townsend (1849–1942) music by Henry A. Tuckett (1852–1918). Used under public domain.
**Head over here to see TONS of Choose the Right Singing Time Ideas to help you teach this song!**
Choose the Right Sing Along Video
Introduce this song for the first time with this fun Choose the Right Sing Along video! It includes a guitar and a sweet melody to follow along with plus the lyrics right on the screen!
Choose the Right Art Flip Chart
You’ll fall in love with this custom Choose the Right flip chart that has illustrations designed specifically for this song. It’s a packed full packet with a bunch of different options to best fit your needs, including:
- Portrait, Landscape, and Slideshow orientations
- Colorful keywords, color pictures, and Black and White color-in options
- Picture with word blanks to add your own keywords
- In both condensed, normal, and expanded spacing to fit your needs.
Go pick up this Choose the Right art flip chart in my shop. It is also available in my Etsy shop here if you prefer that platform.
Choose the Right Hymn
Singing Time Flip Chart
I’m excited to share my two original flip chart versions, plus a brand new option! Now, I’m sharing my flip charts as a slide show as well, in case that’s helpful! Make sure to head over to see our entire collection of Singing Time Flip Charts!
This flip chart is designed with just one page per verse with colorful key words and images that help demonstrate the meaning of the lyrics and make the song more relatable to the children!
You can print just the verses you plan to teach this year. Then, use our Flip Chart Tips & Tricks to make the most out of using our flip charts!
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Choose the Right Program Flip Chart
If you’re looking for a super simple, easy to print flip chart, this black and white landscape one is a great choice! I will use this style from time to time in our lyrics flipbook for the podium.
It’s again just a single page per verse and one page for the chorus.
Choose the Right Color-in Flip Chart
Here’s a great landscape flip chart that’s black and white with a color-in graphic to add some interest.
Choose the Right Slideshow Flip Chart
This slideshow flip chart is a great way to use technology in a smart way! You’ll no longer have to scramble to find your printed papers! Just click the file and cast it to your TV with your phone or computer and the kids can follow along with the song!
All that you need now is helpful Choose the Right Singing Time Ideas! Head on over to this post where I’ve collected all of our different teaching ideas that use a variety of learning styles to help you teach this song in your own Primary room.
Do you have any feedback on our new flip chart style? Do you use a TV for your flip charts in Primary?
