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God Is Faithful: My First Father’s Day

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By Jessica Wolstenholm

As we celebrate dads this Father’s Day, we wanted to share a story from a new dad who is experiencing his first Father’s Day. His story helps us remember that God is faithful, even in brokenness. Two years ago, my wife and I officially started the process to adopt a child from Uganda. We started […]

How to Help Shy or Introverted Kids Enjoy Sunday School

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By Jessica Wolstenholm

I have two students in my second grade girls Sunday school class who are vastly different. Scarlett is energetic, vocal, and outgoing. She always has something to say and is very active in our classroom. Juliana is more reserved and follows directions perfectly, but she’s quiet and more introverted.  Most Sunday mornings as I welcome […]

Celebrating the Unique Role of Fathers

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By Jessica Wolstenholm

It is no secret that men and women are different. We were created that way on purpose and each gender displays the characteristics of our Creator in unique ways. There are so many times throughout my marriage when I have wished that my husband and I could share a brain so things could go exactly […]

Series Spotlight: Two by 2

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By Jessica Wolstenholm

This week we’re talking about a show just for preschoolers – Two by 2! About Two by 2Two by 2 features Chris, Tanika, Luke and Gemma as they share God’s word in song, dance, games, and more! Every episode focuses on messages straight from the Bible and what we can learn from them. Along the […]

Best Father’s Day Coloring Pages

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By Jessica Wolstenholm

We’ve rounded up the best Father’s Day Coloring Pages from across the internet! See our top choices below to color for a special dad in your life.  Our favorite British brothers, Clive and Ian from What’s In The Bible?, wish Dads a Happy Father’s Day in this free Father’s Day coloring page!     On […]

General Requirements to Become a Homeschool Teacher

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By Jessica Wolstenholm

After much thought and prayer, you’ve decided to homeschool your children. The question then becomes, what exactly makes a good homeschool teacher? The answer is dedication, flexibility, and the willingness to not isolate yourself or your kids. There are many other factors that go into being a good homeschool teacher, of course, but these three […]

Recognize the Heroes In Your Life This Father’s Day

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By Jessica Wolstenholm

Last year, I stood in front of the card display at Target trying to find a card for my dad and husband for Father’s Day. I opened more cards than I could count and put every one back because none of them reflected the dads in my life. These card-dads were beer-guzzling, lazy, smelly, recliner-sitting […]

Homeschool Tips: How To Take Breaks Without Getting Derailed

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By Jessica Wolstenholm

Being a Christian homeschooling family can make for grueling days with busy schedules as you try to navigate the balance between instruction and fun when it comes to child development. If you are like me, it can be easy to want to hurry on to the next subject in order to make the most of […]

Homeschooling: How to Protect Your Time Against Disruptions

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By Jessica Wolstenholm

Every homeschool parent has probably run into this assumption from friends or family that since you are home during the day, you are also available during the day. Imagine that you’ve finally gotten your kids engaged with the story you’re reading. Their attention is rapt and they’re hanging on every word – and then your […]

How to Share Your Decision to Homeschool with Others

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By Jessica Wolstenholm

Welcome to the club! You have newly decided to homeschool your child and you are brimming with excitement to talk about all you’ve already discovered on your quest to figure out what type of education you want for your kids. Whether you’re the type of parent who has always known you wanted to homeschool your […]