Fall is such a wonderful time of year with fun crafts, engaging activities, precious books to read, and delicious recipes. Here are just a few to get you started.Pictured below is a fun Shape Pumpkin to combine Halloween, pumpkins, coloring, visual perception, fine motor practice, and shape recognition. (Shoo, that is a lot of ...
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Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. Deuteronomy 6:7
A Precursor to the Thanks-Giveaway: Win a CD!
Find a teenage girl who doesn’t like the boys-band sound and you will have found a rare breed. There is just something about the tight harmony that draws in the females. Unfortunately, there aren’t many options with lyrics that don’t focus on the opposite sex and desire there of. That’s why I was pretty excited when I was asked ...
Making Envelopes from Hearts
Who knew that you can create an envelope out of a heart? I was intrigued when I first heard about it. After a simple Google search, I found that the idea is all over the internet. I knew that kids would be fascinated too. So I created a worksheet. Made pictures for you. And, added it to the 4 Year Curriculum for ...
How to Teach Children Their Sole Purpose in Life
source If you grew up in a church that discussed the Catechism, you probably have heard this question and answer stated several times. Q. What is the chief end of man? A. Man's chief end is to glorify God, and to enjoy him forever. While I didn't grow up under this practice of teaching, I wonder how my life would be different if this ...
Why was I Created?
source Ever wonder why God created people? It's one of the questions that Little Man has asked. If you kiddos haven't, they probably will soon. And, it's a good question. I mean...If God is God, and I believe He is, why would He create people? He could create absolutely anything His heart desires, so why people? Monday's post ...
Want to Know Why?
source How many times in my life have I asked that exact question? Sometimes in a whisper. Sometimes with tears rolling down my cheeks. Sometimes in anger, screaming out to God...why? Why was my sister killed just three weeks before her high school graduation? Why did Bubs require open heart surgery at just six days ...
Camping as a Family Tips and Lessons Learned Part 3
In the last post I shared tips and lessons that we have learned during our first year of camping. Today I will continue the list in attempt to help you avoid some of the mistakes we made! Read Part 1 of this series. 7) Relax My husband will laugh when he reads this because this is a hard one for me. I seriously try to control everything. ...
Camping as a Family Tips and Lessons Learned Part 2
It started as a joke actually. We were going to rent an RV and travel to the Grand Canyon. We've talked about it for years. It fit with our family goals and our love for the outside. One day out of boredom, my husband and I researched what it would cost to rent an RV and travel that distance. Sticker shock! Holy cow we had no idea it would ...
Thanks-Giveaway is Coming!
Beginning November 3rd, I will be hosting one giveaway a week. A whole month of giveaways as a Thank You to each one of you who encourage and support me through ABC Jesus Loves Me and this blog!So you don't miss any announcements! Take a moment right now to subscribe to this blog. Plus in subscribing you will be able to read my ...
Camping as a Family Tips and Lessons Learned Part 1
We love to be outside. Whether swimming in the summer, biking throughout the year, or sitting around the fire in the fall, we love the bonding the outside provides our family. As a Type A momma, I love how it forces me to forget about the mounds of dishes and laundry that require my attention and the pages of emails that beg my reply. I can ...