Use plenty of visual aids to teach your preschooler about their brains. Since kids can't see inside their heads, you can show your child pictures of their brains. You can point out that the brain has two sides. Ask your child, "Why do you think there are two sides instead of one?" ...
While it’s constitutional for public schools to teach children about religion, it’s unconstitutional to promote particular or sectarian religious beliefs in public schools. Courses that only teach the Bible, without inclusion of other religious texts or philosophies, provide a very limited perspective...
Fellow moms and dads, this is not an area in which we can get away with, “Do as I say, not as I do.” Our entertainment choices affect our kids; more often than not, they learn to love what we love. Furthermore, kids will resist life principles their parents teach without applying...
As Christians, we want to experience God through the Bible… we really do! But our good intentions fall flat when reading the Bible just doesn’t seem to help us experience God in a real way. What should feel dynamic and important and alive often feels confusing and boring and irrelevant....
The virtuous woman described in Proverbs 31 is the kind of womanthat some would describe as a...Smith, Jamon
Let's talk about how to use the Bible as a Parenting Manual. One of the greatest lessons Christian parents can teach our kids is that the Bible matters. It's a Book deserving of utmost honor; at the same time, it's equipped to address the worst of our me
Make up a song. Music is often used to help kids remember information. Just as the books of the New Testament have been put into a song, you can make one up for the Apostles. Research the Internet before going to the trouble. You might find that there already is one available. For ...
Use hands-on activities to teach preschoolers about the Beatitudes. Preschoolers enjoy crafts, especially when they get to paint, cut or glue. Help your child make a Beatitude Book using coloring sheets that depict each teaching. Consider using your child's original drawings. Print a copy of th...
“I’m looking for … are there ways to bring in nature, bring in artifacts from other countries, bring in languages,” says Iruka. “I’m looking for a sense of, this space is breathing, and it’s also representative of the kids in the classroom.” ...
Reflect on Gratitude:Thanksgiving is a wonderful opportunity to teach kids about gratitude and thankfulness. Blend Fun with Learning:These prompts are designed to be both educational and enjoyable for kids. Tips for Making Writing Time Engaging ...