Proverbs 17:22a (NIV) says, “A cheerful heart is good medicine.” This idea is spot on target. Scientific research verifies that laughter carries many benefits. How? According to the Mayo Clinic, when you laugh, your body releases endorphins. This chemical relieves … Continue reading →
Perfectly Poppy by Tricia Stone-Shumaker is a delightful rhyming story about inclusivity and the differences that make you exceptional.
Continue reading →This week, we begin traveling through the New Testament with our Scripture memorization activities for kids. The hardest part of today’s unit was choosing which verses to include! How do you look at the entirety of the Gospels and pick … Continue reading →
Looking for some audiobooks for those chilly days and nights that can foster conversation in your home? All kids can warm up to at least one of these stories—the images and lessons will be remembered for years.
Continue reading →Halloween causes many Christians to cringe and wonder what to do. It’s also a time young children feel scared. Choose to counter the spooky by engaging children in discovering truth, trusting God when afraid, and finding the good things to … Continue reading →
There are days I read light, funny books to relieve stress, but mostly my reading consists of message-driven fiction. It’s also what I tend to write. Little Shepherd and A Christmas Kindness are such stories. Both hold a special message I hope young … Continue reading →
