When is the last time you sat down and had a purposeful conversation with your kids on the topic of manners? If it has been a while, here are some questions you can ask to assess how manners-wise your children are.
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Thank Your Kids This Thanksgiving
Take time this Thanksgiving to express a heartfelt thanks to your kids. Our original printable will help you do just that.
How to Avoid Saying No All the Time
"No" is a small but powerful word. Here are some alternative to saying no regardless of the age of your child.
“It’s Not Fair!” A Christian Parent’s Response
Do your kids exclaim, "It's not fair!" Let's explore the problems that stem from a "fairness focus" and some things you can do to address it.
Mom’s Moods and the Importance of Self-Reflection
What's the emotional climate like in your home right now? For good or bad, Mom's moods can have a big impact on the overall emotional environment in the home.
Interview with Children’s Author, Lisa Moser
I am very excited to have children's author, Lisa Moser as our virtual guest this week. I recently had the honor of conducting an email interview with her and know you will enjoy getting a glimpse into the faith and inspiration behind this accomplished children's author.
Getting Kids to Listen and Obey
Kids who listen and obey are like the holy grail of parenting. If your children are struggling in this area, try this one simple change to your parenting style that will help increase their compliance and obedience.
Show or Tell? The Importance of Role Modeling
When it comes to parenting, what are you better at? Showing or telling? Most of us have the telling part down pat. But being "doer's" of our own words - well . . . that's another story. Let's explore the importance of modeling and the great grace of God when we fall short.
Teaching Your Kids How to Show Love to Others
How many times a day do you find yourself telling your kids to "be nice"? We can help them "be nice" to others by teaching them concrete ways to show love. This family activity will help your kids see and understand a simple but powerful way to show love to the most important people in their lives.
Stranger Danger: Teaching Kids About Strangers
Most children know that they should not talk to strangers. But do our kids know who qualifies as a stranger? Here we will get back to basics and explore what you can say to make sure your children know how to be safe.
How to Control a Controlling Child
Controlling children can be very difficult to handle - even for the most patient of parents. Here we will uncover the answer to the question: How can I control my controlling child?
Home Church Worship Service Idea (from the book of Ruth)
Here is an outline for a family worship service at home on the book of Ruth. If you ever find that you can't get your family to church, don't worry. You can bring church to your family!
Over-protective Parents: Tips for Letting Go
Training wheels are great for helping a child move from a tricycle to a two-wheeler. But as I learned this past weekend, training wheels can hold a child back if used too long. Are there other areas of life in which we inadvertently hold our kids back? Join me as we seek to find the balance between...
Quick and Easy Summer Devotional Ideas for Kids
During the summer it is easy to get lax about many things. One thing we can't let slip is making the most of family devotional time. Here are some fun and creative devotional ideas for you to use this summer with your kids that will be sure to engage and equip.
Troubles Are Our Tether to God
Pain. Hardship. Struggles. These are all things that we try to avoid. But if you find yourself in the midst of a trial, there may be more good in it than you thought.
Summer Boredom Solutions for Kids
Summer is a time for fun, but for some kids, it is a time of inertia. If your kids have difficulty entertaining themselves, read on for possible reasons why and some ideas to get them up and moving.
Help! My Kids Fight ALL the Time!
As the thermometer inches up this summer, so may tempers be increasing in your home. If you have kids that just can't seem to get along, these tips may be just what you are looking for to cool things down.
Talking to Kids About Sanctification
Perfectionism is a burden that no one should carry. As Christian parents, we can help our children understand that God does not call us to be perfect but sanctified. Here you will learn how to communicate this concept to your children in a way they can understand.