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Manners Matter and Books Can Help!
Manners matter. They matter for both children and adults. And I don’t believe I’m the only one who feels this way. Maybe those of us who have “lived a bit more life” feel strongly about this, but I do have… Continue reading
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The Benefits of Books (with our guys!)
We recognize as parents, grandparents, caregivers, and aunties and uncles that reading with our littles is GOOD for them; it’s beneficial for their developing minds and it’s good for their hearts too, providing quiet time away from all the other… Continue reading
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Rhymes, Rhythm, and Dr. Seuss!
Using books with RHYME and RHYTHM is a fun way to keep our kids’ attention when we are reading with or to them. When I read/sing a book with rhyme (like Baby Beluga , Jesus Loves Me or Night, Night… Continue reading
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Jesus ON, World off
Romans 12:2 ESV “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.“ I’ve had to… Continue reading
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Hunting for Easter (not just eggs :))
Hunting for Easter eggs can be fun, and yes, we hid eggs for our kids to find when they were young. Where did this idea come from? I learned a lot when I started looking into this tradition! “Easter eggs… Continue reading
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Sharing EASTER, with Books
The EASTER STORY; written by Autumn Ward, Illustrated by Joseph Goode This year, Easter Sunday will fall on Sunday, April 20, 2025. Easter is one of the central holidays, or Holy Days, of Christianity. It honors the Resurrection of Jesus three days… Continue reading
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What is it About RHYMES?
Hands down, I gravitate towards a children’s book that contains rhymes. It’s fun to read a creative story with rhyme with our little ones. Why do we enjoy this so much and why do our little ones “know” what is… Continue reading
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Incorporate (Your Idea of) Good Music
MUSIC can be good for the soul. We may have varying opinions about what qualifies as “good” music, but most of us listen to music because it brings us pleasure, as a part of worship, or it helps us relax… Continue reading
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It’s Good for Them….and Us
I’m always looking for good kid’s books….on the topic at hand. Often, I want to gift the boys with a book, and sometimes Nana just wants to add to my own “library” book shelf for when they visit. When fall… Continue reading
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Follow the Breadcrumbs
Reading time with our kids can lead to something even more special. Talking. We just have to follow the breadcrumbs. Personally, I can be a take-charge kind of person. But, as I’ve gotten older, I’ve realized the value of LISTENING over… Continue reading
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Tuning-in to Tone
An author creates a TONE within his or her story, based on the purpose of the book. Some authors write mysteries of intrigue to keep us guessing, some write to teach or inform, others write to inspire and give hope,… Continue reading
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Teaching “THANKFUL”
Is an attitude of thankfulness something that comes naturally to us? Do we need to be taught to live with an attitude of gratitude? Does it depend on circumstances? Does it depend on our belief system? What I do know… Continue reading
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