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In this episode of 5-Minute Parenting, host Sandra welcomes special guest Jennifer Bosma, an accomplished author of Christian children's books, including "The Baby Garden," "I Know the Plans," and her latest release, "God is Three in One." Jennifer shares the inspiration behind her latest book, which explores the concept of the Holy Trinity in a way that is both accessible and engaging for children ages 4 to 10. She recounts how a thought-provoking question from her granddaughter led her to undertake the challenge of explaining a complex theological topic in verse. Jennifer provides insights into the book's beautiful illustrations and offers a glimpse into her creative process and collaboration with her illustrator Beth Snyder. Tune in to hear about her approach to making theology relatable for young minds and her passion for helping parents explore biblical concepts with their children. Don't forget to visit Jennifer's website and podcast "Front Parking Spot" for more resources and inspiration. Be sure to visit Jennifer's website for more info on her and her books.
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In today's episode of 5-Minute Parenting, we delve into a topic that coincides with Halloween — the growing interest in Wicca among teens.
To re-establish female power and usher in a new era of goddess worship.Promises a safe medium for emotional highs.Being able to influence your reality by manipulating the power in the universe.
The gospel coalition says that Wicca is "the largest subset of a modern witchcraft revival movement. It's characterized as a worldview, religion and practices associated with using rituals that are believed to harness and focus cosmic and psychic energies to bring about some desired change." And Wicca now has a growing digital footprint on social media platforms. There's lots of hashtags that go along with it as as well as emojis that indicate online groups of Wiccans. Some popular hashtags that connect Wiccans across social media include: #mindfulness #meditation #spirituality #wellness.
Some primary goals of Wicca are:As parents, how do we address our teens' curiosity or involvement in Wicca, a belief system that challenges traditional Christian values? Join us as we discuss strategies for open dialogue with your teen, the importance of research, and ways to gently guide them back to biblical perspectives. Plus, we'll provide resources for further support, including a helpline for additional counseling.
This information taken from this article by Focus on the Family.
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Today's special guest is Terri Hellerd-Brown. Terri is not only an accomplished author, but also a podcast host with a passion for helping parents disciple their children. Her latest book, “Up, Down, and All Around: A Handbook for Discipling Our Children Based on Deuteronomy 6,” offers 52 devotions, 52 parenting tips, and 52 object lessons designed to make spiritual concepts tangible for young minds.
Why Use Object Lessons to Disciple Your Kids?
1.Jesus used object lessons, so we are following his example
2.An object lesson can help make difficult concepts more concrete
3.It allows them to play out scenarios and ideas in a real time example
4.It appeals to children’s curiosity
5.An object lesson often touches on humor or surprise
6.It is memorable
7.It involves parents and children actively engaging together
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We're excited to share our latest episode featuring Joyce McCullough, an award-winning educator and author, who offers insightful tips to help children deal with grief and loss. Her debut picture book, "Look for the Pink Ribbons," beautifully tackles this delicate subject with hope and compassion.
In this episode, Joyce discusses five key points to guide parents in supporting their children through difficult times:
Emphasize Hope: The overarching message of Joyce's book is hope, emphasizing the promise of life after death and the new life offered through faith.Focus on Positivity: Encourage children to find joy in life's daily wonders and help them to see the beauty in the world, shifting focus away from fear and grief.Share Hope with Others: By helping others, children can find comfort and lift their spirits, especially in times of widespread tragedy.Express Grief Creatively: Assist children in expressing their emotions through writing or drawing, allowing them to communicate their feelings and find solace.Explore Concepts of Heaven: Encourage children to imagine and describe what heaven might be like to help them process their grief and envision a positive future.With the recent tragedies and challenges our world has faced, this episode couldn't be more timely. Joyce's insights will not only aid your children but can offer a valuable lesson for adults too. Listening to her compassionate approach could very well be the comforting guide you need in helping your child through their journey of understanding and coping with loss.
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Today's guest, Kayla E. Green, shared with us how important it is to know what our children consume from media. She emphasized how the content they engage with greatly impacts their development and worldview. Kayla shared from 1 John 2:16, emphasizing the importance of consuming media that aligns with godly values.
Kayla shared studies that highlighted how excessive exposure to media can lead to distractions, mental health struggles, and exposure to inappropriate content. She also shared a personal story of a parent who (unknowingly) allowed her nine-year-old daughter to read an adult novel with inappropriate content. In today's culture, it's so easy for children to stumble upon material not meant for their age group. For this reason, parents must be actively involved in monitoring and engaging with the media their children engage with. From books to music to TV, it's crucial to guide them toward wholesome, age-appropriate content.
In a world where the media landscape is rapidly evolving, our guidance has never been more critical. Let's encourage open conversations with our kids, create a fun environment, and lead them toward media that uplifts, inspires, and aligns with our values.
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Today's special guest is Cheryl Schuermann, an award-winning author, a mom to four boys and a grandmother to 13 grandchildren. Before she became an author, she had a professional career in literary education, consulting, and staff development training. Her debut devotional, "Farmhouse Devotions, God's Glory and the Ordinary," released in May from Bold Vision Books, and was recently named the 2024 Golden Scroll Devotional Book of the Year.
Teach about the Creator God - Establish the authority of God in a child's worldview by marveling at God's attributes through nature and creation.Model how to run to the rock - Demonstrate the stability and refuge found in a relationship with God who never changes.Show them Jesus - Create a home where righteousness dwells and model patterns of righteous behavior for the generations to come.
Key Takeaways:
Cheryl shares ways parents and grandparents can help ground their children in faith by demonstrating key theological truths about God in practical ways children will understand.For more info on Cheryl and her books visit her website.
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Today's guest is Alyssa Avant. She is a Christian author, podcaster and virtual assistant. Alyssa and her husband have a teenage son and daughter as well as a 20-year-old son. Today she is sharing three tips to teach your teens about what to avoid on social media.
Social Media is Forever: Alyssa emphasized the importance of thinking before posting, sharing, or commenting on social media. She highlighted the long-term implications of online content and how it could impact future opportunities, such as job prospects. Be Careful Who You Talk To: With her own daughter's safety in mind, Alyssa underlined the need to exercise caution when interacting with individuals online. She advises her daughter about setting boundaries, such as restricting public access to certain social media accounts and being selective about who to connect with. Alyssa shared real-life incidents to highlight the potential dangers and risks associated with online interactions.Avoid Sharing Personal Information: Alyssa stressed the importance of safeguarding personal information, such as phone numbers, addresses, school details, etc., from being publicly disclosed on social media. She reiterated the potential threats posed by malicious individuals who could exploit such information for harmful purposes.Find out more about Alyssa and what she offers as a virtual assistant on her website.
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Today's guest on 5-Minute Parenting is Michelle Lazurek, a multi-genre award-winning author and mother, who shares her wisdom on leaving a legacy of faith to our children. Michelle's insights and personal experiences shed light on practical ways parents can cultivate a lasting impact on their children's spiritual journey.
Key Takeaways:1. Differentiate Sunday from the everyday: Help children discern between worldly values and spiritual truths. Emphasize the importance of being part of a local church community and integrating faith into everyday life.
2. Be the example: Parents need to lead by example, demonstrating a commitment to spiritual growth and a genuine faith journey. Children absorb and emulate what they see in their parents, making it crucial to be intentional about living out and sharing one's faith.
3. Let them be them: Allow children to explore their faith and individuality without imposing expectations. Encourage open communication, address their doubts, and empower them to make their own choices in their spiritual journey.
I'm grateful for the opportunity to contribute to this important conversation and hope that these insights provide meaningful guidance to all the parents out there. Let's continue to support each other as we navigate the beautiful yet challenging journey of parenting.
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In this episode of 5-Minute Parenting, former high school teacher and author Patty LaRoche joins us to discuss the crucial topic of raising children who understand their immeasurable value. Patty shares insightful stories from her experiences in the classroom, providing valuable tips and advice for parents navigating the challenges of instilling confidence and self-worth in their children. From addressing the devastating effects of social media on kids' self-image to combating bullying and even delving into the fight against sex trafficking, Patty offers a wealth of knowledge and practical wisdom.
Key Takeaways:
1. Teach Children Their Intrinsic Worth: Discussing the alarming lack of confidence and self-worth in students, Patty emphasizes the importance of guiding children to find their value in their unique gifts and not in comparison to others.
2. Stand Against Bullying: Sharing a powerful incident in a middle school classroom, Patty highlighted the need to empower children to stand up against bullying and defend those who are targeted, reinforcing the message that no one has the right to diminish another's worth.
3. Combatting Social Media Impact: Reflecting on the detrimental effects of social media on children's self-esteem, we explored the urgent need for parents to instill a sense of worth and confidence in their children outside of online validation.
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As parents and grandparents, we need to be praying for our children and grandchildren everyday and teaching them how to pray and put on the spiritual armor of God. As they begin a new school year, let’s pray together for them today.
10 Prayers for Our Children and Grandchildren as They Go Back to School:
Lord, we ask that our children:
1.Be keep safe physically, spiritually and emotionally while in school.
2.Develop discernment and stand firm for what is right and refuse what is wrong.
3.Develop a strong and healthy self-image and self-confidence.
4.That they would treat others with respect and obey the authorities in their life.
5.Recognize that You created them and have a plan and purpose for their lives.
6.Discover their God-given gifts and talents.
7.Be motivate, disciplined and challenged in their learning experiences.
8.Choose their friends wisely—help them find Christian fellowship.
9.That that would have teachers who would be good examples for them.
10.That they would have a peaceful classroom where they can learn.
We also need to pray for our schools:
1. Lord, place a hedge of protection and blessing around our children's schools. Send your angels to guard them from any violence or evil acts.
2. Make our schools a place where students and teachers are kind and forgiving.
3. Teach all the students at the school to obey and respect the principal, teachers, coaches, and other adults at school.
4. Protect our children from forming unhealthy relationships with people who will mislead them into wrong choices.
5. May every student and teacher at my child's school come to know the truth about you and be saved.Check out free resources and downloads on my website:
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In this episode of 5-Minute Parenting, we're joined by special guest Melinda Poling, a mother of 8 sons and one daughter, who has homeschooled all of her children. Melinda shares her insights into the simplicity of homeschooling and the core values that have guided her family over the past 25 years, emphasizing the importance of love, ministry, flexibility, and consistent devotion to God. Her story is a testament to the power of a holistic approach to education and family life.
Key Takeaways:1. Embrace a Lifestyle of Learning: Greet God first thing in the morning, make time for hearty breakfasts, scripture discussions, and deliberate study time. By establishing a daily rhythm, you provide stability for your children.
2. Flexibility and Commitment: Homeschooling allows the flexibility to meet urgent family needs while remaining committed to the core values of love, faith, and service. Encourage your kids to soak up Christ and provide time for reading, journaling, and creative endeavors.
3. Nurturing Responsible, Well-Rounded Adults: Through intentional teaching of faith, public speaking, and life skills, homeschooling lays the foundation for responsible citizens, genuine followers of Christ, and hardworking individuals equipped for a productive life.
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Our guest speaker today is a retired homeschooler with 17+ years of experience in home educating their four children and 10 years of experience as a homeschool consultant, blogger, writer, and speaker. Kris shared with us valuable tips for parents and teens on planning the high school years from setting goals, nurturing character development, financial planning, time management, to finding a career that fits each individual's unique skills and interests.
Two of Kris's newest resources for teens include:
(1) Navigating High School Student Guidebook
(2) Navigating High School Priority Planner
Key Takeaways from the Podcast:
1. Goal Setting and Prayer: Take time to sit down with your teen and discuss their goals for the future, including character development, spiritual growth, and academic objectives. It's crucial to pray with and for them as they navigate these transitional years.
2. Life Skills Development: High schoolers can benefit from learning essential life skills such as financial planning, time management, and self-discovery. Helping them identify their unique talents and interests is vital in guiding them toward a suitable career path. (Kris mentioned a great career assessment tool you might want to order.)
3. Priority Planner: Utilize a priority planner to help teens live by their priorities instead of getting caught up in the busyness of life. Whether they are homeschooled, in private school, or public school, this tool can set them up for success post-graduation.
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Welcome to another episode of 5 minute parenting. Today, I have a special guest, Holly Debella McCarthy. She's a dedicated educator, an accomplished author, and a passionate advocate for child development and education. She's a former special education teacher, a school administrator, and university professor. Holly now writes full time, and she creates resources supporting parents and educators. Her Dilly Duck and Friends series features three award-winning children's picture books, and it highlights the themes of kindness, teamwork, and environmental awareness.
Here are some of the key takeaways from the episode:1. Establish Daily Routines: Parents can help their children transition from summer schedules to school routines by gradually adjusting bedtime, lunch, and snack times. Practicing opening lunch boxes and containers independently can also build confidence.
2. Practice Expected School Behaviors: It's beneficial to familiarize children with expected school behaviors such as waiting, good listening, and lining up. Parents can also reach out to the school or teacher to understand classroom rules.
3. Play School at Home: Role-playing as the teacher and student can provide a fun way to model expected school behaviors and reduce school anxiety.
4. Countdown to School Calendar: Using a calendar to count down the days to the first day of school can help children understand the concept of time and build excitement.
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This month we are focusing on topics and tips to help parents get ready to send their children back to school.
Today, we're diving into the topic of choosing schooling options for our children. I discuss the fact that our daughter actually experienced all three types of schooling--private, public and homeschooling. I discuss the reasons behind each of our choices and highlight the pros and cons of each schooling option.
Here are 3 key takeaways for parents navigating the education landscape for their children:1. Flexibility in Education: Explore various schooling options - public, private, homeschooling - based on your child's unique needs and interests.
2. Supportive Environment: Consider how the school's values align with your family's beliefs to provide a nurturing and conducive learning environment.
3. Empowerment Through Preparation: The need to equip our children with a strong biblical foundation so they can stand firm against the current anti-Christian culture.
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During the month of August we will be focusing on tips to help your child as he/she prepares to go back to school. In this episode, we discussed five tips for helping your child get organized:
1. Designated Space: Create a designated area in the home for schoolwork or homework to help children focus.
2. Designated Storage Space: Provide a designated storage space for school-related items to help children keep track of their work.
3. Family Organizational Calendar: Use a central family bulletin board or calendar to keep track of school and family activities.
4. Establish a Routine: Establish a regular homework or schoolwork schedule to develop consistency and routine.
5. Your Role as a parent: Tailor your support to your child’s age, and encourage them to develop organizational skills from a young age to help them become more self-confident and independent. Model organizational skills for your children and provide encouragement and praise as children develop these important life skills.Check out free resources and downloads on my website:
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Welcome to another episode of 5-Minute Parenting! Today's guest, Terry Heller Brown, shares with us valuable insights on recognizing and seizing teachable moments with our children.
Key Takeaways:- Use the Acronym STOP: "S T O P" stands for "Stop," "Take" notice of emotions, "Open" up the conversation, and "Praise" their insights and present solutions.
- Embrace interruptions: Teachable moments often interrupt our plans, but they are invaluable opportunities to disciple our children and equip them for a life following Christ.
- Encourage critical thinking: Praise and encourage your children's insights and attempts at reasoning, even if they're a little off, to help them feel heard and seen.
-Keep an eye out for the episode, and don't miss out on Terry's new children's picture book, "A World of Pancakes." Thank you, Terry, for sharing your insights on recognizing and seizing teachable moments!
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Today I had the pleasure of hosting Leigh Ann Mancini, an award-winning author and executive producer of the Sick Kids series books. She shared invaluable insights from her brand new parenting guide, "Raising Kids to Follow Christ: Instilling a Lifelong Trust in God." The episode delves into the challenges parents face in raising kids to have a strong faith in today's culture.
Leigh Ann highlighted some alarming statistics about the beliefs of today's youth and the role of Christian parents in guiding their children to stay strong in their faith. She emphasized the importance of instilling a strong foundation, starting from the womb to age 3, and planting seeds of wisdom from ages 4 to 7. Her research-backed strategies aim to equip parents in nurturing counterculture warriors for Christ.
She delved into practical ways to incorporate biblical teachings into everyday life, emphasizing the importance of modeling a godly life and actively engaging children in discussions about faith. Leigh Ann's approach is not just about instilling knowledge but also about shaping a godly worldview and fostering a deep understanding of faith in children's hearts and minds.
Find our more about Lee Ann on her website. You can find her book, "Raising Kids to Follow Christ: Instilling a Lifelong Trust in God," on Amazon. All proceeds from the book go towards providing free resources to families in need.Check out free resources and downloads on my website:
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In our latest episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Karen Whiting, an experienced author and speaker, who shared invaluable insights on ways to engage our children in prayer. Karen's practical and hands-on approach to family prayer is not only fun but also effective in helping children grow in their faith.
Her book, "52 Weekly Devotions for Family Prayer," offers a treasure trove of ideas for parents to engage their children in prayer activities. From "ball prayers" for active kids to "family powwow" sessions where family members pray for each other's worries and wonders, Karen's book offers a diverse range of activities suitable for children of various ages and dispositions.
One of the most heartwarming activities Karen shares is the "overflowing cup of thanks," where children pour colored water into a jar, symbolizing their thankfulness for blessings and the overflow of joy in their hearts. This simple yet profound activity beautifully captures the essence of gratitude and reminds children of the abundance of blessings in their lives.
Karen also emphasizes the importance of not just praying for children but praying with them. By incorporating these interactive prayer activities in our daily routine, we can instill a deeper understanding of faith and create lasting bonds within the family.
If you're looking for practical ways to engage your children in prayer, Karen Whiting's book is a must-have. You can find more about her and her books on her website.Check out free resources and downloads on my website:
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As parents, we have a unique role in shaping our children's worldview and values, and one aspect that shouldn't be overlooked is instilling a love for missions. Today, I had the pleasure of discussing this important topic with Melissa Heiland, founder of "Beautiful Feet International. "
Melissa shared that the act of instilling a heart for missions in our children is about instilling a deep love for all people to know Jesus as their Savior. As Melissa highlighted, there are numerous creative and accessible ways to incorporate missions into everyday family life.Here are 3 key takeaways from our insightful conversation on raising children to love missions:
1. Reading Missionary Biographies: Expose your children to the inspiring stories of missionaries that can captivate and ignite their passion for impacting the world.
2. Engage your kids in activities like praying for missionaries; finding their location on a map and discovering more about that country; becoming pen pals with missionary children; and organizing projects to support missionaries' needs.
3. Consider exposing your kids to global mission experiences through short-term trips. These experiences can profoundly shape their spiritual development and worldview.
Find out more about Melissa and her "Beautiful Feet International" ministry on her website.#5MinuteParenting #RaisingChildren #Missions #ParentingTips #GlobalPerspective #BeautifulFeetInternational
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Our guest today on 5-Minute Parenting is Laurie Deverno, who shares with us the importance of building strong family foundations rooted in faith. As a parent, she feels it's vital to be intentional in guiding our children on their spiritual journey.
Key Takeaways:
1. Prioritize Family Devotional Time: Establishing regular family devotional times and open discussions about faith will help instill lasting values in your children.
2. Be Mindful of Cultural Influence: Stay informed about the media and entertainment your children consume, and guide them towards content that aligns with your family's beliefs.
3. Lead by Example: Let your children see you actively seeking after God, both individually and as a family. Your commitment to faith will inspire and guide them in their own spiritual growth.
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