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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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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
The Last Leaf: Fall Activities
Pin It What would it feel like to be the last leaf? Hanging on a branch blowing in the breeze. Quite a question, isn't it. As I see the leaves begin to fall I am reminded of Dawn Denton's precious little book The Last Leaf. Imagine being the very last leaf left on a tree. How would you ...
Book Study Begins Today!
Today is our first book study discussion of Priscilla Shirer's book Discerning the Voice of God: How to Recognize When God is Speaking.I am super excited to begin conversation over this book which has changed my life. Be sure to join us on SISTERS at ABCJLM. For more information concerning our book study, read here. ...
What I Wish I Would Have Known as a Young Mommy – Part 3
source This week we are focusing on mommyhood. The job that has an incredibly steep learning curve and one where life is the biggest teacher. Today I will share the last of three parts of hints that I wish I would have known as a young mom or ideas which I am thankful that others taught me prior to me making the mistake. Click to view the ...
What I Wish I Would Have Known as a Young Mommy – Part 2
source This week we are focusing on mommyhood. The job that has an incredibly steep learning curve and one where life is the biggest teacher. Today I will share the second of three parts of things that I wish I would have known as a young mom or ideas which I am thankful that others taught me prior to me making the mistake. Click to view the ...