The Gospel in Our Stories
We often recognize stories as having a beginning, middle, and end but do we recognize the smaller points of the Gospel, the pointing to God in literature and storytelling?
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Top 25 Tips to Raise Readers
Want to raise readers? In your classroom? In your home? Kids or grandchildren? Turn your house or schoolroom into a nest of books. And engage in these Top 25 Tips!
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Schools are back in session, sort of. As I write this, I’m deep in the throes of online professional development to prepare for the remote fall classes in my elementary school and a new role in the school. To be … Continue reading →
Do You Have A Plan on How to Raise Your Children?
We plan for many things. We plan where we will go on vacation, what college we will attend, and how we will invest our income to secure our future. Understanding that the most important resource is our children, we need … Continue reading →
Encourage the Right Mindset
A friend mentioned that her little girl wants to keep everything she makes and being home all the time, that’s a lot to keep. Alas, with isolating children can cling more to items and start hoarding. Added to that is … Continue reading →
Sharing Prayer Time with Children
Prayers are whispered, spoken out loud and/or said in our thoughts. We pray for healing, for forgiveness, for guidance. We share prayers of thanksgiving and joy.
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