Too Young to Spank?
Pacification Parenting
Accepting the sacrifices of duty and self control is a slow process done in increments, like learning to walk on sharp rocks.
Be a Door Opener, Not a Door Shutter
Think of ways to open doors of delight and you will not have as many occasions to say no to their naughtiness.
The Happy Child
“I love you”, “thank you”, “why can’t you be as happy as me?”
Corn Fest Fun!
Our first annual Cane Creek Corn Fest was a day FILLED with fun. While the corn harvest was great, the harvest of grace was even greater. Mike reflects on the quality of the crop.
Be Careful Little Feet Where You Go
Nathan Pearl reflects on the impact childhood experiences have on a person’s perception of right and wrong. An encouragement for parents to carefully guide the steps of their little ones.
Training for Honesty
Have you been looking for ways to teach children how lies hurt? Here’s an object lesson on the destructive power of lies. You’ll need an apple, a hammer and a flair for the dramatic!
The Power of a Story
Shalom Brand uses a story from her own childhood to help reinforce a lesson about deception for her daughter. See how the mystery of the red blanket was solved and how a 5-year-old learned the value of honesty.
Mirror of Our Reflection
Children reflect our attitudes and moods. Shoshanna Easling relates how she daily delights in her children from the moment they awake. Discover ways to improve your reflection by improving your outlook.
Apprenticeship
Our interactions with children have a great impact upon their development. Time invested in them today will pay dividends tomorrow. Learn how to plant seeds that will flourish long after you are gone.
Angry Children, Part 2
Angry Children Part 2 continues to discuss the value in discovering the motive behind a child’s anger. Learn why it’s important to find ways to grant children limited self-determination.
