Several years ago, Teri McKinley and I were asked to write a Christmas story that offered something different and unique. Since this story has been told for thousands of years, and every year hundreds of new Christmas books hit the … Continue reading →
When Planning your Thanksgiving dinner with kids, it can be fun to think about what Jack Sprat and his wife could eat. The story, “Jack Sprat Learns About Food” helps children to learn about the different categories of food that we should … Continue reading →
As many of us find our hearts and minds turning toward the Thanksgiving season, we remember that thanksgiving is not as much about a single holiday but about an ongoing, never-ending attitude of gratefulness to God for who He is … Continue reading →
One of my favorite things to do with children is help them to create handprint art. There are so many possibilities in the handprints of little ones and each piece records a time and place in their lives. My other … Continue reading →
Many families enjoy studying the Jewish traditions found in the Old Testament as a way of gaining a deeper understanding of Jesus in the New Testament. Part of understanding the background behind the Jewish feasts is becoming familiar with the … Continue reading →
Has your life been a frenzy of shopping and decorating for the last few weeks? So what does it all mean, putting up a tree, buying presents, decorating with red and gold and blue and white? Is there purpose and meaning … Continue reading →
