Kids are counting down the days until summer vacation. Many are looking forward to time at Grandma’s house. Whether it is a cross-country visit, an occasional sleepover, or a daily time as mom and dad work, it is a marvelous … Continue reading →
Tantrums… children have them and that’s part of childhood. Others hide and won’t talk. Their emotions are in a jumble and it shows. One release for emotions that helps is reading. For some, book that tickles their funny bones and … Continue reading →
I remember my children crying from time to time because another child said something either to them or about them that hurt their feelings. Maybe it was simple name calling, or some accusation that was made. It’s one of the … Continue reading →
I can’t help but be inspired by Esther’s incredible wisdom and grace under enormously difficult circumstances. She was uprooted from the life she loved to become the wife of a king (who was not exactly Prince Charming) only to be … Continue reading →
It seems everyone is busy these days. Twenty-four hours doesn’t seem to be enough to get everything done and still leave time for the right amount of sleep. Even kids can “burn the candle at both ends,” filling their days with … Continue reading →
We have been exploring ways to encourage children and teens who want to become authors. You can catch up on the other posts here: Gifts for the would-be author Writing reference books Contests to test the writing waters Publications for writers … Continue reading →