Lessons from the Titus 2 Women

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  I am older than I used to be. Perhaps, you, too, are experiencing the same phenomenon. I hear it’s common. I’m only 46. I say “only” because, in my circle of acquaintances, I am quite the young one. My husband is the pastor of a small Midwestern church. I am surrounded by ladies who
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Why Coloring Is Good For Children

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  Most kids probably don’t have to be sold on coloring books. Kids generally love to color. But are parents equally sold on putting good-quality coloring books in front of their kids? With all the other educational and entertainment options available to our kids, why should we want them to color? Coloring is wonderfully slow-paced.
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Why You Should Use Narration To Test Children and Some Narration Ideas

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  I firmly believe narration is one of the best ways you can test children today. I was surprised that you could make the testing process fun and less stressful if you used narration. And for this reason, I started researching narration ideas to use in my homeschool. Simply said, narration is a better way
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An Art Collaborative Project: Round Table Painting

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  It’s essential – though challenging – to engage kids in any type of collaborative project. Bringing our kids together to create something is an important recharging break. I’m sure you’ve experienced a frustrated child with a mental overload … if he’s taught one more thing, it will wash over him, meaninglessly – he’s at
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What Homeschool Opposition Looks Like Through Your Child’s Eyes

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  When you were blessed with a good childhood, as I was, things have a way of looking bright and cheery, in retrospect, that may have been challenging from my parents’ perspective. But there is one vault of memories we all remember the same: the opposition they faced in their decision to homeschool me. As
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Parenting with Purpose

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  There is no greater place of ministry, position, or power than that of being a parent. Using biblical principles, we will see that we are on an assignment from God to be parenting with purpose. #1 Purpose to Teach God’s Word Deuteronomy 6:5-9 reads: “And thou shalt love the LORD thy God with all
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How to Teach from a Christian Worldview

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  One of the reasons I homeschool is to teach truth, introducing my children to Jesus Christ. I fulfill the Great Commission by raising children who love Jesus with all their hearts. I want to be sure that I educate my children from a Christian worldview. Biblical Foundation A Christian worldview is based on the
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Textiles for the Win!

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  Finding a unique passion that can fuel your child’s interest in learning is a gem worth digging for. Some kids like writing, others like sports, while certain explorers collect rocks or butterflies. Whether your child is six or 16, when it happens, the day when you know they have found a skill or interest
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