When I became a grandma, I bought an iPad for the sole purpose of downloading colorful Kindle books and engaging apps for babies. It has been surprising and encouraging to me that my two grandbabies actually prefer real books. Happily, we are prepared for hours of reading courtesy of all our children's books which have … Continue reading A dozen classic books to save for your grandkids
If you had told me two years ago--or even two weeks ago-- that I would be the featured guest on a radio show, I would have laughed. Yet this crazy life of mine took a turn that direction this week. It began with an email from a young, hip 'n' happenin' friend, Paul, who … Continue reading An accidental radio debut
classic : adjective - used to say that something has come to be considered one of the best of its kind; used to say that something is an example of excellence; used to describe something that has been popular for a long time (m-w.com) There comes a day in every parent's life when the question … Continue reading A dozen classic toys to save for your grandkids
(Reblogged from the Midwestern Parent Educators blog post I was honored to write recently.) MPE provided numerous resources and blessings during our 20 years of homeschooling, but none as important as our small cluster group. Each family in our little group planned and executed an annual field trip or activity, and by the end of … Continue reading Twenty field trips for KC homeschoolers
As a veteran homeschool mom, I have great respect for any parent who bucks the system. When our oldest son lost his first tooth, our daughter was in the throes of a series of recurring nightmares involving a witch coming into her room. Sometimes this witch even blocked her door and prevented her escape to … Continue reading Why the Santa myth is good for Christian children
If you are a Christian with children, grandchildren, godchildren, or any favorite kids you'd like to influence with positive spirituality, the new book Banana Splits for Breakfast: 55 Ways To Spiritually Guide Your Preschooler is a terrific resource. Dr. Susan Harrison, a mom and experienced children's pastor with a degree in educational ministry, has compiled … Continue reading Banana splits for breakfast
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