Ideas to Encourage Independent Play
These verses have been special to me in different seasons and for different reasons. I first read this in the King James Version before I was a Jesus-follower and it caught my attention because…
Need a New Read? My 50 Favorite Books From the Past Decade
There is one repeat question I ask every guest during each episode on The Savvy Sauce . . . I let them know savvy is synonymous with practical knowledge or discernment or insight, and we would love to replicate their savvy ways, so as my final question to every guest, I pose this question…
Dinner Table Questions
There is a Scripture that gives me pause each time I come across it. It’s found in Ephesians 6:4b and it’s speaking to how we ought to raise our children:
but bring them up [tenderly, with lovingkindness] in the discipline and instruction of the Lord. (AMP)
Simple and Secretly Educational Kid’s Activity
Have you heard of Parkinson’s law? This axiom states that work will expand to fill the time allotted for its completion. I wonder if you have ever experienced this as a parent, because I am experiencing this right now!
Printable with Fun Questions for Your Kids to Ask Each Other!
First, I want to give a shout out to all the dads this month! Your role is eternally important and I hope this Scripture is an encouragement to you today:
“Many a man proclaims his own loyalty and goodness, But who can find a faithful and trustworthy man? The righteous man who walks in integrity and lives life in accord with his [godly] beliefs— How blessed [happy and spiritually secure] are his children after him [who have his example to follow].”
Proverbs 20:6-7 AMP
Practical Parenting Check-In
The grandparents offered to keep our daughters this morning and I was so excited for a rare brunch date with a dear friend! I just received the dreaded text: Her daughter woke up with a fever and she had to cancel our time together.
Books I Am Willing to Pay My Children to Read!
“Whoever tells the best story shapes the culture.” I agree with Pastor Erwin Raphael McManus here.
Words influence us. We see the importance of words in the Bible.
Gifts for Children’s Easter Baskets
If you are planning to spend some money on material things as a gift this Easter, would you consider purchasing resources with a greater purpose?
Great Screen Time Options for Kids
What are your rules for technology with your children? Maybe a better way to pose that question is: what are your hopes for the type of character and skills your children will develop?
