It is well documented that kids who attend summer camp tend to be more confident, self-assured and have a higher self-esteem. This is because camp is a safe place to take risks....
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God’s very definition of intimacy transcends the physical act and emphasizes emotional knowing and an exchange of respect. Respect of others, and even of ourselves, requires self-control. This is one, though not the only, reason that our lives must be characterized by self-control....
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I could come up with dozens of justifications for saying yes—I’m not making a long-term commitment, it’s just important for me to help get the ministry started. I could have a significant impact on so many women!...
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In a way, independent learning occurs naturally among homeschoolers because one child learns how to teach herself while Mom works with another child. Or our bend toward encouraging our children to explore their own interests nudges them toward independent exploration and experimentation. At some point, though, our children’s growth toward...
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In a fit of frustration I asked, “How do you encourage creativity without the house getting trashed?”...
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Most of us are quick to identify when homeschool is not working. On top of our natural tendency to focus on the negative, our constant self-doubt keeps us on our toes, wondering if we are doing enough. When you see these signs, though, you know that homeschool is on track....
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The phone is our GPS, camera, calendar, social media connection, news source, list maker, and so much more. Technology has certainly given us the opportunity to be more productive. But truthfully, have you found your phone to be more of a distraction than a help?...
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You are probably already training your child in good habits without even realizing it. Do you prompt your child to say “thank you” when given a gift, hold the door for someone, or say “excuse me”?...
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One of the staples of a husband and wife investing in the marriage is the simple and consistent practice of a date night. I can’t point to a chapter and verse in the Bible that mandates it, but it is hard to imagine that a marriage in our busy world...
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With two kids left at home, both in their teens, the struggle isn’t keeping them busy, it’s keeping them engaged....
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