1.  John Jr and Hopsi were reading their Bible.  They came across the virtue of temperance.  John Jr and Hopsi decided to ask the preschool teacher to tell them more about temperance.
2.  Temperance  involves moderation in one's thoughts, feelings, and actions, and having self-control.   John Jr and Hopsi wanted to learn how they could practice temperance.
3.  John Jr and Hopsi was going to practice abstinence of something that habitual in their life for a week.  They made a list of their habits and each decided on on thing.  John Jr was going to give up his game boy and Hopsi was going to give up carrots.
4.  John Jr and Hopsi decided they were also going change how they did stuff.  Try to make some healthy habits.
4.  John Jr and Hopsi planned on Exercising for 20 minutes every day for a week, Practicing an instrument for 30 minutes every day for a week ,Making your bed first thing every morning , Turning off TV by 7 PM for a week, Waiting until after dinner to eat dessert 
5.  John Jr and Hopsi tried to practice better self control in their lives

TEMPERANCE 

John Jr and Hopsi sitting together on a couch, reading a Bible. There are toys scattered around.

John Jr and Hopsi were reading their Bible. They came across the virtue of temperance. John Jr and Hopsi decided to ask their preschool teacher to tell them more about temperance. They were curious and wanted to understand it better.

Discovering Temperance

Hopsi and John Jr with the  preschool teacher.  The classroom is decorated with colorful posters.

Their teacher explained that temperance involves moderation in one's thoughts, feelings, and actions. It also means having self-control. John Jr and Hopsi listened carefully. They wanted to learn how they could practice temperance in their own lives.

Learning About Temperance

John Jr sitting at a table, looking at a list of habits with a determined expression. Hopsi is beside him, holding a carrot.

John Jr and Hopsi decided to practice abstinence from something habitual in their lives for a week. They made a list of their habits and each chose one thing to give up. John Jr decided to give up his game boy. Hopsi decided to give up carrots.

Making a Plan

John Jr and Hopsi standing in a room, thinking with excited expressions. There are various items like a game console and a carrot on a table.

John Jr and Hopsi decided they were also going to change how they did things. They wanted to make some healthy habits. They thought about what they could do differently. They were excited to start their new routines.

Healthy Changes

John Jr and Hopsi exercising together in a garden. John Jr is doing jumping jacks and Hopsi is hopping around.

John Jr and Hopsi planned to exercise for 20 minutes every day for a week. They also decided to practice an instrument for 30 minutes every day for a week. They knew it would be challenging but were determined. They wanted to see how it would improve their lives.

Exercise and Practice

John Jr making his bed in a tidy room. Hopsi is helping by holding a pillow.

John Jr and Hopsi decided to make their beds first thing every morning. They also planned to turn off the TV by 7 PM for a week. It was a big change for them. They wanted to see how these new habits would help them feel better.

Morning Routines

John Jr and Hopsi sitting at a dining table, waiting for dessert with patient expressions. The kitchen is visible in the background.

John Jr and Hopsi tried to practice better self-control in their lives. They waited until after dinner to eat dessert. It was hard at first, but they supported each other. They felt proud of their progress.

Practicing Self-Control

John Jr and Hopsi smiling and high-fiving each other in a room filled with their new habits' items. They look proud.

By the end of the week, John Jr and Hopsi felt accomplished. They had learned a lot about temperance and self-control. They decided to keep some of their new habits. They were happy to have grown together as friends.