Summer Movie Fun
I love the more relaxed pace of summer. But I also recall the cries of “I’m bored!” within the first week of summer vacation. Those summer days, though they sometimes seem to pass by in a mere blink, can also … Continue reading →
Backyard Bible School
When I told my five-year-old son that we would be gone the week of Vacation Bible School, he was not happy. “Maybe you can go to one at another church,” I suggested. “I won’t know anyone,” he argued successfully. Then … Continue reading →
A.C.T.S. (or Not-So-Lazy Summer Days!)
Ah, summer. A time for taking it easy. Days at the beach or the lake or simply relaxing in the backyard. A time to kick back. And no one looks forward to summer more than children. I can remember starting … Continue reading →
How to Pick the Best Summer Activities for Children
As Christian parents and grandparents we have the awesome responsibility of guiding our children and helping them to find summer activities that support family and Christian values while educating, entertaining, and promoting fun and relaxation. Whether you are planning vacations, … Continue reading →
Repetition and Building Upon Past Teaching Points
Emily Gravett has authored a book about a little dragon who wants his mommy to read the same story book over and over. As a parent, I can certainly identify with this poor mother who only wants her little dragon … Continue reading →
Smurfs hats, penguins and chipmunks.
Dear Gabby, Do you remember when we sat chatting at the park the other day, you on my son’s scooter, me on the brick wall. Do you remember my notepad and my pen? You asked me what I was doing. … Continue reading →