source Have you seen the newest article to go viral on Facebook? Which one, right? The article written by Reb Bradley sharing the seven major blindspots of homeschooling. Most of you know that we don't homeschool - for several reasons - but I was intrigued to read it since my cousin (who also doesn't homeschool) shared it. I am so glad ...
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How to Go Beyond the Story When Reading a Book
source A few days ago, I was reading the story Green Eggs and Ham to Little Man. It is a childhood book that is referenced in movies, sitcoms, jokes, and general conversation because of its classic story line. Many can quote pieces from this book. Do you like green eggs and ham? I do not like them, Sam-I-am. And because of the popularity ...
4 Books, 40 Dollars – 1 Time Offer
Pin It I am sorry but this deal is no longer available. I have a set of four ABCJLM Curriculum and Workbooks for sale for $40 (plus shipping). The set consists of the 4 Year Curriculum, 4 Year Workbook, Bible Coloring Sheets, and Visual Perception Workbooks. This is a one time, first-come-first-serve ...
Can All Arguments End in 100% Enthusiastic Agreement?
Pin It Typical marriage books are filled with the same info. Communication, compromise. Love and respect. The importance of date nights. Typical marriage books contain info that is a good reminder but isn't really something new to my marriage file-folder. He Wins, She Wins: Learning the Art of Marital Negotiation ...
What Are You Craving?
What do you crave? Kind of an interesting question, I must admit. TheFreeDictionary.com defines the word "crave" as 1. To have an intense desire for. 2. To need urgently; require. 3. To beg earnestly for; implore. So, what do you have an intense desire for, need urgently, and beg earnestly for? The "Sunday School" ...
Introducing Lines to Toddlers
In Week 2 of the 2 Year Curriculum, the child is introduced to lines. Georgia shared a wonderful idea on the ABC Jesus Loves Me Facebook Group to teach this objective. After doing the activity with my son, I saw how great it was on so many levels! Begin by gluing spaghetti on a piece of paper. Once dry, I tacked the paper do ...
Giveaway: Rufus and Ryan Teach Your Child about Church
source Pin It Today begins a week long series on "Surviving Church with Children." Ideas to help you return to church, keep your children quiet during church, and how to worship with special needs children. I pray that you will glean practical ideas to help you not just survive church but truly be refreshed each week. As a mom ...
The Best Fiction Series I Have Read
Pin It Life is good. Okay marriage. Three happy kids. Good jobs. Financial stability. Lovely home. What more could a family ask for? But what happens when you strip it all away? What happens when life is no longer easy and peaceful? No longer is electricity, communication services, and ...
Wisdom from You!: Bringing God into Your Every Day Life
Pin It We are always looking for ways to bring God into the conversations we have at school. Falon shared these two ideas on our SISTERS group on Facebook. We have trained our children to come and ask for prayer whenever they get any sort of owie. Whenever we go somewhere or do an activity I ask, "What is our number one goal?". All ...
Getting a Child to Sit for Story Time
Pin It Kim shared this simple yet wise idea on the ABC Jesus Loves Me Facebook Group: For stories, songs, and poem learning we have "rug time" We lay a 'baby' quilt (since they are smaller) on the floor. Then, each child gets a throw pillow to sit on that is his or her "seat." After just one week of doing this routine, ...