For the Children’s Sake
As I declutter to prepare for our impending move, there are a few books I can’t bear to part with. Two I read through twice during my teens and twenties. Four I planned to read while I was a young … Continue reading →
Thoughts About Sheep and Beatrix Potter
Aren’t sheep the best—with their woolly fleeces, sweet faces, and quiet personalities? These gentle animals often make us think of green pastures, bucolic scenes, and a slower pace of life. Indeed, when I first visited the English Lake District, I … Continue reading →
Bible Verse Word Puzzles, Vol. 14: I Thessalonians-2 Timothy
As I write tonight, it seems the entire world is in upheaval. Whether the children in our lives know the details or are only aware of the concern the adults in their lives are feeling, it’s important that they know … Continue reading →
Learning about Purim
Hello from Karen Whiting. March 16-17 are the days to celebrate Purim this year. That’s when people remember the courage of Queen Esther to save her people from extinction. It’s in the last chapters of the book of Esther. Use … Continue reading →
Four Books That Feature Characters with Disabilities
The first time I walked around a nearby lake, I noticed an older woman feeding geese. When I stopped, she pointed out one goose in particular whose left foot was foot twisted in an unnatural way. He hobbled with labored … Continue reading →
Book Review: Annabella’s Crown by Jeanne Dennis & Christine St. Jacques
A beautifully told parable about God’s love and living a life that honors him awaits your pre-teen reader in Annabella’s Crown by Jeanne Dennis and Christine St. Jacques.
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