For a unique way to invite the Spirit as you introduce the hymn, Holding Hands Around the World (archives), utilize technology and try this Holding Hands Around the World Music Videos idea!
As you engage your senses by not only listening to the lyrics, but seeing visual representations of the song through videos, your primary children will connect to this song in such a meaningful way!
Holding Hands Around the World Music Videos
Feeling nervous about incorporating screens in singing time? I’ll walk you through it today! Although it can quickly become “overdone,” using videos in primary can be an effective tool for capturing everyone’s attention and encouraging reverence.
These music videos can be used as a creative way to introduce this song in primary, or as a nice break from active learning in singing time. Either way, it’s sure to win over your primary children.
Here are a few quick tips for ensuring successful technology use in singing time before we go any further:
1. ALWAYS, always test it out beforehand!
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve gone to share a video during a lesson only for the screen to buffer. Do you know the feeling? It can be so stressful! Minimize this possibility by trying it out a few times before singing time even begins.
2. Choose a screen that will be large enough for EVERYONE to see!
I absolutely understand that it is not always possible to have a large screen for primary, but I do recommend being mindful of the size of your primary. If you only have 10-15 kids, an iPad or equivalent will probably be just fine. If you have a large group, check with your materials center or ask to borrow a larger screen.
3. Remind the children about REVERENCE before you begin!
Please remind the children that watching a video in singing time is a special privilege. If the kids are reverent, you are much more likely to try it again another time.
For another fun similar activity, head over to see this Holy Places Spiritual Videos singing time activity!
4 Video Ideas:
Here are 4 video options that capture the spirit and love of this sweet song. As you use this spiritual connection singing time idea, (archives) consider using these videos to spark discussion about the message of this song.
If you don’t already have a copy of our Holding Hands Around the World flip chart, I definitely recommend keeping the lyrics close by to review the song together. Give these videos a quick watch and see where the spirit leads you. I hope you will find at least one video that you love and want to share with your primary children!
Video #1: Holding Hands Around the World Primary Singing Sing Along
Practice along with our very own Holding Hands Around the World sing along for this song! Join with me and listen to this fun ukulele accompaniment as we sing together! For a fun game, randomly pause the video and have the kids sing the next few works.
Video #2: Holding Hands Around the World
Children’s Choir
This 2024 version of Holding Hands Around the World sung by a children’s choir during General Conference is so beautiful! Consider starting with the video, then have the children pretend they are a big choir. Do you think we can sing like the choir? Let’s try it!
- Stand up tall!
- Be as still as you can!
- Sing happy! Smile!
Video #3: Holding Hands Around the World Sing Along With Video
My second pick for this activity is this Holding Hands Around the World Sing Along that includes beautiful pictures of children and families of a variety of abilities, ethnicities, ages, and races.
After you watch this video, invite a few children to share how they felt as they watched the video and listened to the song. Isn’t it amazing that we are ALL God’s children!
Video #4: Nick Neel & One Voice Children’s Choir
This version by Nick Neel and One Voice Children’s Choir is super cool! This video shares a collaborative effort to share God’s love during the unique challenges brought during the year 2020.
After watching this video, ask the children if they can think of some ways to share God’s love in their community. Brainstorm some ideas! Who knows, maybe you’ll just give the activity leaders an awesome idea for their next activity!
For a fun way to incorporate some movement, head over to this Holding Hands Around the World Ribbon Wands activity next!
What other fun ways will you use this unique visual singing time activity in your Primary room?
