Family Devotions
As a new school year starts it’s a great time to add family devotions to the routine. Sharing faith daily is part of setting godly examples for your children.
Continue reading →Karen Whiting
I'm the author of thirty books with three more releasing in the coming year. I have also written more than 800 articles for over 70 periodicals. I'm the former host of the television series Puppets on Parade, mother of five, and a grandmother. I love to let creativity splash across the pages as I write. I also enjoy adventures like zip lining, scuba diving, horseback and camel riding and all sorts of water activities.
Capture Vacation Treasures
Children are collectors of little treasures. My grandsons recently spent a week at the beach with me. One collected sea glass. Another grandson collected nature items that included small rocks, feathers, shells, and sea glass. These are special to them … Continue reading →
Making Children Feel they Belong
Children want to feel they belong. As a family shows acceptance of the individual child, he or she develops a sense of belonging. Comparing one child to another makes a child feel left out and as though they do not measure … Continue reading →
New Dinosaur Devotional for Kids
When my boys were young some of their favorite books provided lots of facts about insects, animals, and dinosaurs.Dinosaurs still appeal to many children. If you have an 8 to 12 year old intrigued with dinosaurs, this is a great … Continue reading →
Activities to Match Books
It’s good to check out an author’s website with your child to see if it includes activities to print. It extends the life of the book and helps you to use books that teach values longer. Children recall more when … Continue reading →
Advent–make it an ADVENTURE!
Christmas is coming and children can hardly wait. They may keep asking is it Christmas yet? Use an advent wreath and activities to keep little ones occupied and help them focus on the reason we celebrate! Four candles evenly spaced … Continue reading →