If only teaching our kids looked like the picture-perfect moments we imagine—smiling child, tidy table, eager heart ready to soak in knowledge. In reality, teaching your own preschooler often feels messy, frustrating, and personal. One mom from our ABCJesusLovesMe Facebook group put it perfectly: “I find it is easier to teach other children, ...
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Starting Strong with the ABCJesusLovesMe Curriculum
Fifteen years ago, I was just days away from sending my oldest to kindergarten and preparing to welcome baby #4. Life felt full—full of joy, full of activities, and full of change. But in the midst of it, I was committed to being intentional with the two little ones still at home. ABCJesusLovesMe provided the structure I needed. During that season, ...
Introducing Colors and Shapes the Right Way
Teaching colors and shapes may seem simple, but it lays the foundation for so many essential skills in a child's development. From boosting vocabulary to strengthening pre-reading and math abilities, learning colors and shapes is an exciting first step for young minds. In this blog post and podcast episode, we'll dive into the "why" and "how" of ...
Making Reading Time Count
Reading aloud to your child is one of the most impactful ways to prepare them for school and foster a love for learning. But how can you make the most of reading time? Let’s dive into what makes a great children’s book and how to create engaging reading experiences for your little one. Read the episode transcript. What Makes a Great ...
Why Teach Character Traits to Children?
We all want our children to grow up with good character. We want others to like them, and we want to like our children! Naturally, we teach them traits like honesty, compassion, and generosity. As Teacher Created Materials shares: With the many varied messages children see in the media and in their associations, we can’t expect them to merely ...
Play-Based Learning Made Easy for Busy Parents
Oh, the mom guilt. Social media is flooded with posts that invite the enemy to sit beside us, whispering, "You're not enough. You're not doing enough." I witnessed this several years ago when my son's doctor, a mom herself, showed defeat in her eyes when talking to my son. She felt like she was failing her own children. I invite you to read this ...
How to Teach a Child to Draw
This popular post has been updated from 2010. Bubs didn't seem to enjoy drawing. Whenever he was asked to draw something, his attempts often resulted in scribbles. I knew that at his age, he should be able to draw basic pictures of people, animals, and scenery, but something was holding him back. Bubs faced severe delays in both fine motor ...
Preschool Prayer Songs
Do you struggle to get your family or classroom quiet and focused for prayer? A prayer song might be the solution you’re looking for. Not only does it help calm a children’s body, but it also prepares them to talk to God. I’ve found that a simple prayer song can turn a chaotic moment into a peaceful, unifying experience. Let’s explore how you can ...
Starting Your Child’s Reading Journey with Bob Books
Several years ago, a friend asked if Bubs was reading Bob Books. I hadn't heard of them before, so we checked them out from the local library. After seeing their potential, I immediately ordered a set. Since Bubs already knew the phonetic sounds and could blend them together, he was ready to start reading. Just like first steps and first ...
Creative Ways to Celebrate a Child’s Salvation {Free Printables}
Helping a child embrace Jesus as their Savior brings great joy to a parent or teacher. It's a pivotal moment where, with child-like faith, the child acknowledges his or her sins and seeks forgiveness (Romans 10:9-10). Indeed, there's no greater celebration than when a lost soul finds its way to Jesus (Luke 15:10). It's a day worth cherishing and ...