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Penned by Rachael Carman, How Many Times Do I Have to Tell You? is filled with insightful, heartwarming readings that will help you to hear God’s still, small voice amid the chaos of motherhood.
Penned by Rachael Carman, How Many Times Do I Have to Tell You? is filled with insightful, heartwarming readings that will help you to hear God’s still, small voice amid the chaos of motherhood.
[…] no; Now is not the time. He might just be saying, “Not yet. Trust in My timing.” This trust can transform our prayer lives, making us more patient and understanding. There are more posts in this series, check out the other episodes in the “ How Many Times” series here, and listen to the podcast series here.
We’ve all had those moments as parents—staring at our kids and wondering, “ How many times do I have to tell you?” It’s like a broken record that plays in the background of parenting life, right? Being a parent isn’t for the faint of heart. It means understanding that a lot of what we do involves […]
How many times should you remind your child of your love? Explore the importance of repeated affirmations and encouragement in parenting from a biblical perspective. How many times do we have to tell our children things? In our journey through parenting, there’s been one profound yet simple message that I found essential to impart upon […]
[…] serves as a reminder of the importance of teaching our children the value of being still, a theme that’s the focus of one chapter of Rachel’s book, How Many Times Do I Have to Tell You? Telling Our Kids to “Be Still” “Be still” is a phrase we often used around our home. It became a […]
[…] my crying in front of them allowed them to cry and acknowledge the stress of it all. We would all have a good cry together and admit how lousy the situation was and how we were not in control, though we knew that God was. Our tears and the freedom to share them began […]
[…] among them was our desire to take back our schedule instead of being at the mercy of someone else’s timetable. (And don’t even get me started on how much I dreaded the daily drop-off and pick-up line.) I am also a full-time, working-from-home mom, so I knew this jump into homeschooling would require strategy […]
[…] he reads these days. Learning in a Positive Social Environment Dr. Deb Bell likes to say, “If we built a school from the ground up based on how children learn best, we would build a home.” Many families have decided to homeschool to avoid the negative social environments often found in public and private […]
We’re diving into part nine of our series, “ How Many Times Do I Have to Tell You?” This segment is especially important as it centers on teaching children to transcend societal standards and focus on something higher—God’s will. As homeschooling parents, we have a unique opportunity to instill these values in our children. Introduction: Teaching […]
[…] The Pandemic Will Change Education Forever What just happened? Right now, there are roughly 60 million students in grades K–12 across America. Prior to March 2020, here’s how the demographics looked in round numbers: About 51 million students (85%) attended public schools, 6 million students (10%) were enrolled in private schools, and just under […]
[…] love them more than anyone in the whole world, and you will do whatever it takes to help them learn and succeed in life. You taught them how to walk and talk (two very complex skills to master), and you have everything you need to teach them the love of learning. You also have […]
Fall is a beautiful time of year full of hidden colors from other seasons. In many parts of the world, its crisp, cool air and colorful trees leave families wanting to spend as much time outdoors as possible. Opportunities for camping trips, bonfires, farmer’s markets, and community fairs and festivals show up throughout weekends […]
[…] your child evaluate the weather, and add a daily sticker to the calendar to grow their vocabulary (cloudy, windy, rainy, snowy, etc.). You can even integrate discussions on how to dress for the day, the season, holidays, or celebrations. Just reviewing the calendar for two minutes a day promotes so much learning. Planning Skills Your […]
[…] sun breaks the horizon. These rhythms grant security, peace, confidence, and purpose. They encourage us to go forward with hope and joy. So, the question is threefold: How do we take the example of God’s established order in His creation and apply that to our homes? How do we determine what we really need […]
[…] and turn the individual time into a session for the others to team up. Issue a challenge that they can play any game if they can explain how it improves their math skills, vocabulary, or whatever you want them to practice. Flashcards can be used for multiplication practice for one child, addition or subtraction […]
[…] kindergarten sometimes. I also try to get a picture of all three kids and one of all of us together because, around year 6, someone asked me how much I had aged since I began homeschooling… Donuts on the first day: I don’t remember when we started this, but it has become a tradition. […]
[…] so with wisdom will create a solid financial foundation for teens. Earning money is only part of the battle. Once you have it, you need to learn how to use it wisely. That includes being able to create a personal budget. This should include three main areas–expenses, savings, and giving. Expenses include anything needed […]
[…] easier with Apologia’s expert tips. Learn the best strategies to foster early learning while keeping education fun and engaging for young children. Have you ever marveled at how preschoolers are preloaded with questions? Curiosity, observation, and questioning are not only enjoyable but also really important. Sometimes, as homeschooling parents, we feel that we need […]
Family reading and devotions are two of my favorite times of the day. Find out why these are important and how to add them to your homeschool. Author: April Lesh Freedom is one of the biggest blessings of choosing to homeschool your children. You can focus on: “what kind of home environment- what kind […]
