Affirmation is much different than empty praise. Here we will learn what affirmation is all about and ways you can affirm both your child's character and her spiritual growth.
Category - Tips to increase connection
Learn fun ways to connect with your kids, deepen your relationship, broach sensitive topics, and enjoy family time.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day – Family Style!
Valentine's Day is not just for couples! Try out this idea for a family Valentine's celebration this year. You will have fun, but more importantly, you will learn valuable information about each and every member of your family.
How to Improve Your Parent-Child Relationship
If you are feeling disconnected from your kids, this article will help you learn the key elements of a healthy parent-child relationship and ways to improve it.
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.
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.
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.
Why Kids Ask So Many Questions and How to Build Trust with Your Answers
Kids ask so many questions. Let's learn some reasons why and how you can use your answers to build trust in God.
Warm Up With a Good Book! Perfect Soup by Lisa Moser
There's nothing better than snuggling under a blanket and reading a good book with your kids. Perfect Soup will warm your soul and provide you with an opportunity to illustrate the biblical principle of grace.
Creating a Memory Book with a Terminally Ill Loved One
A memory book from a terminally ill loved one can be a wonderful keepsake for your child. Here we'll show you how to create this cherished and meaningful legacy.
How the Bible Says We Should Talk to Our Kids
What are your conversations with your kids like? Are they "full of grace and seasoned with salt"? Here we will explore Colossians 4:6 and how it relates to our interactions with our kids.
Ways to Improve Your Relationship with Your Teen
Adolescence is the time that the process of separation from parents begins. This can lead to a disconnect between parents and teens. Here we explore some things you can do to keep the lines of communication open and improve your relationship with your teen.
What to do When Your Teen Says, “I Hate You!”
"I HATE you!" is an all too common outburst during the teen years. Its almost like a right of passage. These are strong words, but your reaction doesn't have to be. Here we explore how you can defuse and address such an outburst.
Non-Technology Activities For When Your Kids Are Bored
Many parents get frustrated when their kids are bored despite having a house full of toys. Here's a free printable with non-technology activities for kids of all ages.
Ways to Improve Your Relationship With Your Children
Parenting is a team sport and our children are our star players. In order for any team to be successful, they need to have a strong bond. Here we will explore some suggestions on how you can strengthen your relationship with your kids.
Empathetic Listening
Listening is more than just hearing. Read on to find out how you can listen to your children in a way that will make them feel heard and understood.
Energizing Success: Focus on Good Behavior
Do you find that you are always pointing out what your kids are doing wrong? Try focusing on the positive instead of the negative with a technique called "energizing success."
Valentine’s Day Activities for Christian Families
Three fun family activities for Valentine's Day that will help your child be "other focused."
Words to Encourage Your Children
At the end of the day, do the positives outweigh the negatives in your home? Here are some concrete ways you can encourage your children during the day.