If you’re looking for a middle-grade novel packed with adventure and written with a Christian worldview, then you’ll want to check out this review of ROAD TRIP RESCUE. It’s been a while since I reviewed a middle-grade (MG) novel. Maybe it was two or three years ago when I reviewed Ben Franklin’s In My Bathroom, and Britfield and the Return of the Prince. I tend to lean more toward picture books, but recently, I ran across this gem and want to share it with you. The post Road Trip Rescue: Book Review {and Giveaway!} appeared first on Sally Matheny ..read more

Spring displays beautiful reminders of God’s love, kindness, and creativity—all worthy of His praise! Children often learn “thank you” prayers first. In this guest post, Laura Sassi shares with us more kinds of prayers we can teach children. The post 5 PRAYERS TO TEACH OUR CHILDREN (Guest Post) appeared first on Sally Matheny ..read more

Get ready to do a happy dance! I’ve gathered three beautiful Easter books to share with you this month. Last week, I reviewed “Easter is Coming.” This week’s feature is THE DANCE OF EASTER by Sally Cressman. Right now, where I live in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, we’re experiencing cold, rainy days. But the daffodils have declared spring is coming! If the children you love are having a hard time waiting, then consider this book review. It may be the book to get them up and dancing! The post THE DANCE OF EASTER: Book Review and Giveaway appeared first on Sally Matheny ..read more

Easter is coming! Do you have a basket full of beautiful Easter books ready to read to your little ones? If you’re still hunting, then check out this review of Tama Fornter’s board book, EASTER IS COMING. It may be exactly what you’re searching for. The post EASTER IS COMING! Book Review [& Giveaway]   appeared first on Sally Matheny ..read more

What does a personal homeschool graduation ceremony look like? That’s what I wondered after our son announced he wanted a smaller, more personal service instead of participating in the large one hosted by our local homeschool association. I had heard of personal graduation ceremonies, but I had never attended one. I began scouring the internet for ideas. While I found a few informational pieces for homeschool group graduations, I could not find much about ceremonies just for individual graduates. It was evident we would be carving our own way. Not all of you homeschool, but perhaps, like some ..read more

In 2023, George Barna released the findings of a study done on spirituality and biblical worldviews stating that 90 percent of children 13 – 14 years old believe there are not absolute moral truths; 68% of parents think of themselves as Christians but only 2% of them have a true biblical worldview; and 56% of children’s pastors believe there is no moral truth. (Barna, George. Raising Spiritual Champions, 2023). Those are unsettling stats. If you’re looking for practical ways to point children to Christ, then consider this book review of Raising Kids to Follow Christ written by Lee Ann Mancini ..read more

I'm delighted to have award-winning writer, Sally Cressman as my guest today. She's sharing 10 activities for us to do with our families in the six weeks before Easter--the Lenten season. If you want to learn more about what Lent is, you can check out this article at Focus on the Family. Sally Cressman has written for Focus on the Family, Clubhouse magazine, LifeWay, the Moms in Prayer blog, and the Nashville Christian Family magazine. She raised three children and served in children’s ministry for over thirty years. Welcome, Sally! The post 10 Family Activities Enriching ..read more

Are you over forty and wondering if it’s too late to become a writer? I was forty-six years old when I began writing for publications. If you enjoy writing and would like to pursue publication, I’d like to encourage you with five tips. But first, let’s address the question of how to begin. The post 5 Tips for Becoming a Writer After Age 40 appeared first on Sally Matheny ..read more

December is finally here and it’s time to share the joy! One way to do that with your little ones is by reading a Christmas Lift-the-Flap book: Share the Joy! Also, since this is a season of giving, the publisher, Paraclete Press, is generously donating a copy of this book to be given to one of you! Check for the details at the end of the post. The post Share the Joy! Book Review {& Giveaway!} appeared first on Sally Matheny ..read more

One of our greatest desires is to teach children how to be kind and love others well. Consider adding Jill Roman Lord’s picture book, LOVE WELL MY PRECIOUS ONE, to your teaching toolbox. The post LOVE WELL MY PRECIOUS ONE – Book Review {Giveaway} appeared first on Sally Matheny ..read more