Snow Day Reading Fun
I must admit that I LOVE snow. However, a mom confided in me that snow days are not always the best days. Maybe it is too cold to play outside. Maybe there have been lots of snow days, and everyone … Continue reading →
Category Archives: Memory Maker
Brrrr Isn’t it time to make a quilt?
I feel a chill go up my back as I look at the forecast for this week – snow may be coming – even here in eastern South Carolina. That looks like quilt-making weather to me. Let’s look at some … Continue reading →
Using the Senses to Learn God’s Word
I love learning activities that involve the whole child! An experience that involves seeing, hearing, tasting, touching, and even smelling is much more likely to stick with a little one than simply hearing about it. Learning through all the senses is … Continue reading →
Those 25 Books for Christmas
Did your family participate in the 25 Books for Christmas fun this year? Crystal Bowman posted about it here. I posted about a spin on the same idea for older kids. Now what? Maybe you have lots of new books … Continue reading →
Five Reasons to Read during Christmas Week
Just a few days before Christmas many families are putting the finishing touches on decorations, wrapping countless gifts, and preparing for guests. Each of those activities obviously can invite the cultivation of traditions. Everyone enjoys displaying and seeing their favorite … Continue reading →
Fishing for Presents
On my December 1 post, I offered some creative ideas to help kids anticipate and enjoy the Christmas season. I invited our CCA blog followers to share their ideas and received an email from my friend, Bob Hicks. This is … Continue reading →