Brightly colored blocks, cuddly stuffed animals to snuggle, toy trains with red cabooses, race cars and construction vehicles can all be found throughout our home. Children of different ages come to visit and we want to make sure there is … Continue reading →
I love Historical Fiction. The Institute for Children’s Literature is calling for submissions for a historical MG novel passage of no more than 750 words. I’m hoping that’s a sign that its popularity is returning. What is historical fiction? I’m finding out … Continue reading →
The Psalms, and all of God’s Word, have a lot to say about our hearts. We are taught to guard it, praise God with it, hide God’s Word in it, and many other things. Let’s help the kids in our … Continue reading →
Ahh, summer! Those days and weeks when we break out of our routines that structure (dominate?) our lives for the rest of the year. For families, summer is often the time when we explore new places, revisit old places, learn … Continue reading →
The dream of having my first children’s book published became a reality in August 2018. I wanted to write a special story for our first grandchild, Rowan. After praying and considering several ideas, I chose to write about my personal experience … Continue reading →
Would you like an activity for family vacations, reunions, and to answer the ubiquitous summer complaint, “There’s nothing to do”? Rocks and pebbles have a magical lure. Who hasn’t picked up a few and added them to the collection at … Continue reading →