The Happy Hollisters are Back!
When I was a kid, there was no TV in the house. My mom fought hard to keep our home a TV free zone until I was about 12. As you might expect, I played outdoors a lot and became … Continue reading →
When I was a kid, there was no TV in the house. My mom fought hard to keep our home a TV free zone until I was about 12. As you might expect, I played outdoors a lot and became … Continue reading →
Christmas is finally upon us again. Parents have been preparing for this day and children have been anticipating it for several months. Family traditions are treasured, relatives gather together to celebrate, and of course there are many presents to wrap … Continue reading →
Everywhere we go this time of year, we hear Christmas songs. Jingles about snow, reindeers, Christmas trees, and bells. Rocking around the tree or having a blue Christmas if someone’s not here. Santa Claus is coming and will reward children … Continue reading →
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 →
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 →Please welcome our newest CCA author, Michelle Medlock Adams, as she shares one of her amazing tips on writing: Before COVID, I had the privilege of speaking about being a writer at a large private school near Chicago. But before … Continue reading →