Waiting Room Reading
Doctor visits, car repair shop customer area, theme park lines, waiting for a table in restaurants…all these places are opportunities to read.
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The Gift of Reading
Imparting the Gift of ReadingChildren are a precious gift from the Lord. God cherishes little ones so much that He chose to come to earth as a baby and grow as a little child. As parents and educators it is … Continue reading →
The Law of Communication
Ever tried to communicate something, only to discover words were exchanged, but you weren’t communicating at all? Yup, we’ve all been there. This is the fourth in a series of posts on The Seven Laws of the Teacher by Howard … Continue reading →
Pumpkin Time, Truth, and Optical Illusions
I (Karen Whiting) am writing this for October 31, That is Halloween on the calendar and one that is controversial with Christians. Some avoid it, some use it to reach out with church trunk or treat events, and others have … Continue reading →
Let’s Turn the Conversation
I had the opportunity to attend a district professional development workshop. The keynote was about brain development. It seems studies by Harvard and MIT researchers have shown gaps in children’s learning is not based on poverty but rather on conversational … Continue reading →
52 Weekly Devotions for Families Called to Serve
Author Karen Whiting has written a wonderful new book called 52 Weekly Devotions for Families Called to Serve. From reading Scripture with family to hands-on activities, the reader will discover ways to encourage family time and sharing. These devotions are for families … Continue reading →