Let’s be honest, parenting is hard. Yet it is one of the greatest honors God has given us. To be entrusted with children is a great gift and one to not take lightly.
Last week, I was listening to a homeschool podcast when a phrase stopped me in my tracks: “Let them fail safely.” Those four words have not left me. They echo in my mind every time I watch my children wrestle with difficult things, every time I see one of them stumble, every time I feel […]
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Kindness worksheets are such a great way to help kids (and honestly, us adults too) practice empathy, compassion, and understanding in everyday life. They’re practical, hands-on tools that make it easier to weave kindness into our family rhythms and lesson plans, helping us build a culture of kindness right where we are. Let’s take a
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Discover encouragement and biblical wisdom in this Choosing Joy devotional for moms, exploring how to embrace true joy through God’s Word in everyday life. There’s a phrase that’s been echoing in my heart lately: “Mom, why don’t you smile?” My oldest said it the other day with pure, childlike honesty, and it stopped me in
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As our family size has increased, the comments have increased too, all centered around the theme of what is ‘too many children.” It seems that once you step over the invisible line from a “normal-sized” family to a “large family,” your personal choices become part of the public opinion section. Last week, we welcomed our
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The year was 2020, the pandemic was in full swing, and I was looking for something that would bless my children in the midst of a time of chaos. That was when I stumbled across the Hello Bible Box. That first box was a treasure trove of activities, fun, and was a huge hit! Are
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The 7 Days of Creation Printable is a versatile and engaging resource designed to help children understand the story of creation as described in the first chapter of Genesis. This printable is perfect for use in Christian schools, Sunday school lessons, as a Bible lesson, or at home, providing a fun and educational way to
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Let’s unpack the wonderful new release from New Growth Press to their Bible Verses to Remember series called, A Wonderful Surprise, which is a perfect edition to your Easter book collection! As Christian parents and educators, one of the most fulfilling tasks is sharing the beauty of Scripture with children in ways that will stick
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Are you preparing for another baby? As a mom of almost five, I thought I’d share how I’m preparing for having a fifth baby and how it differs from any other pregnancy. When I first saw that positive pregnancy test, I felt a mix of emotions—joy, excitement, and a little bit of fear. Baby number
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Discover how to stop feeling discouraged as a mom with faith-based encouragement, practical steps, and uplifting Bible verses to guide you through tough times. Motherhood and homemaking are some of the most beautiful callings, but they can also be one of the hardest things we face as human beings. Between stubborn kids, endless chores, and
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Flu and cold season can be brutal to a family. It often messes with routines, rituals, and schedules in a way that nothing else can. So how do we cultivate a peaceful home after sickness? How do we get back to a ‘status quo’ when everyone is feeling frazzled and our bodies are not quite
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