The Juvenile Instructor

The Juvenile Instructor was a significant publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, founded in 1866 by George Q. Cannon. It was aimed to educate and inspire Latter-day Saint youth. Initially a private venture, the magazine featured religious catechisms, stories, music, and illustrations, offering moral and spiritual instruction to its readers. By the late 1860s, it had become closely associated with the Deseret Sunday School Union, eventually transitioning into an official Church publication in 1901. Over its 63 years of publication, the Juvenile Instructor adapted to the educational needs of its audience, serving as a vital resource for religious instruction and youth development. Its content evolved to reflect broader teaching methods and gospel principles, solidifying its role in the Church’s educational efforts. In 1929, the magazine was renamed The Instructor to better support teachers and Church leaders, marking a shift in focus from children to educators. The entries on the Scripture Central Library are a selection of articles from the publication, and do not constitute the whole.