Many states in the US are experiencing another cold and snowy winter. The snow is pure and breathtaking when it settles on tree limbs and front lawns. But it can be messy and bothersome as it fills parking lots and … Continue reading →
Why did God wait fifty days after Jesus’ resurrection before giving the disciples the Holy Spirit? That was the question posed to me by a friend who works in children’s ministry. She teaches a fifth grade Sunday school class, and … Continue reading →
As a psychologist, I know the importance of sensory integration when teaching a concept. (Simply put, sensory integration is using as many senses as possible to teach a lesson. The idea behind sensory integration is that the more senses that … Continue reading →
On Palm Sunday the children from the preschool department came marching down the aisle waving their palm branches and singing their hearts out. One of the songs they sang was a song from my generation, “Praise Him, Praise Him, all … Continue reading →
It seems every holiday, these days, comes complete with craft ideas, gift ideas, Pinterest boards, and plenty of suggestions for how to celebrate. It can be overwhelming! Most people are just trying to figure out how to get laundry done, … Continue reading →
Hardback: 32 pages Publisher: Ideals Children’s Books (2014) Language: English ISBN-13: 978-0-8249-5664-6 SRP: $16.99 Ages 4-8 Rating: Children have a remarkable ability to feel guilty even when they haven’t done anything wrong. And because they think in concrete, not abstract, … Continue reading →