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Book Reviews
I thought it would be easier for you to navigate if I combined all of the book reviews here on one list. The reviews are listed by category and alphabetically by the author’s last name. Some books, especially for children in grades 4 – 7, could fit into more than one category, so check both categories. If you click on the title of the book, a link will take you to the book review. A few of the book reviews have not been reformatted since I transferred them from my old blog. I appreciate your mercy and grace as I work my way through the list! Books for Babies/Toddlers Hostetler,…
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POW/MIA Day & Former POW, Louis Zamperini
In recognition of POW/MIA Day, I want to share with you a little about our POWs, especially former WWII POW, Louis Zamperini.
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Remember the “Let’s Roll” Attitude of 9/11
Our two oldest children were nine and seven years old on September 11, 2001. They remember. But, our youngest child wasn’t born yet. I want him to know about the “let’s roll” attitude of Todd Beamer and that of so many other people on 9/11 and the days following. Let’s remember to tell the next generation those stories. The History Channel produced a documentary, The Days That Shaped America: September 11th presenting personal accounts of that horrific day. We hear from an employee at the World Trade Center, a staff member of the Pentagon, and the 911 operator who took the call from Todd Beamer and who heard his rally…
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Thoughts on Veterans Day by Veteran’s Wife, Carrie Daws
Today, I’m delighted to introduce to you, Carrie Daws. She’s the wife of a military veteran and a mother of three teens. An award-winning author of eleven books, you’ll find words to encourage and equip via her speaking, her writing, and on Carrie’s wonderful blog. She kindly accepted my request to guest post here for Veterans Day. In addition, Carrie is giving away an enormously generous gift. One reader will win five copies of The Warrior’s Bride: Biblical Strategies to Help the Military Spouse Thrive to distribute however they wish. More details about that later. For now, enjoy reading Carrie’s thoughts on Veterans Day. Thoughts on Veteran Day by…
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How to Deal with a Child’s Repeated Misbehavior
by Sally Matheny How do you deal with a child’s repeated misbehavior? Whether it’s disrespect, dishonesty, or a despicable attitude, you’d think they’d get tired of listening to the same lecture about the error of their ways. Or the penalties, which increase in severity with each infraction, would finally produce the desired behavior. Alas, any improvement seems temporary. So, how do we deal with a child’s repeated misbehavior? Whether the child is six or sixteen, too often, parents hear their kids say, “But I didn’t understand” or “I didn’t hear you” or something similar. Half the time we don’t believe that, but to close any loopholes, consider following through…
