We love fairy tales here in our family. We have many great fairy tale movies that we like to watch for family movie night. I know we are not alone. The popularity of fairy tales has prompted Zondervan to publish an exciting Bible for kids. It's the Bible stories you know and love in fairy tale form. Once Upon a Time Holy Bible The Bible is not a fairy tale, but every great story happened once upon a time. The NIrV Once Upon a Time Holy Bible contains a presentation page and also highlights … [Read more...]
National Reading Month: 20 DIY Bookmarks for Kids
In honor of National Reading Month, I'd love to share DIY bookmarks. My nine year old loves reading, which I am thankful for. She also loves making her own cool bookmarks. This round-up of cute bookmarks is a great kids craft idea this month. [amazon_link asins='0807508543,0375813659,B00YXSF31Q,B00FLZ5MG6,0735336296' template='ProductCarousel' store='wpplugin01-20' marketplace='US' link_id='94225661-f788-11e6-93d0-93b1c8ca161c'] 20 DIY Bookmarks for Kids DIY Corner Bookmarks - Cute … [Read more...]
The Best Christmas Books for Kids
We love great Christmas books here in the Long house. In fact, this month we got six new books from Zondervan for Christmas and my kids could not be happier. New books = happy kids! Any of these books would make great gifts. In fact, you could also use these books for an Advent Countdown. Six Great Christmas Books for Kids The Berenstain Bears and the Christmas Angel Author/Illustrator: Mike Berenstain Description: In this newest Berenstain Bears Living Lights book, Brother, Sister, and … [Read more...]
The Christian Parenting Book that Can Change Your Family
What is your calling as a parent? In the midst of folding laundry, coordinating carpool schedules, and breaking up fights, many parents get lost. Feeling pressure to do everything “right” and raise up “good” children, it’s easy to lose sight of our ultimate purpose as parents in the quest for practical tips and guaranteed formulas. In this life-giving book, Paul Tripp offers parents much more than a to-do list. Instead, he presents us with a big-picture view of God’s plan for us as … [Read more...]
The Complete 10-Day Detox Diet Plan and Cookbook
Includes 150 recipes! Turn your life and health around in just 10 days. The Complete 10-Day Detox Diet Plan and Cookbook offers a complete cleansing and detox diet that’s easy to follow, practical and realistic. It detoxifies the body, so it’s a valuable aid when it comes to optimizing weight and improving digestion, skin, joints, energy levels, hormones, immune systems and overall vitality. [Tweet "Complete cleansing and detox diet in 10-day Detox!"] Karen Barnes provides … [Read more...]
10 Movies Based on Books to Stream on Netflix
I don't know about all of you, but I love when one of my favorite books is made into a movie. I know, I know -- the movie is never quite as good as the book, but it's still a treat to see the movie played out before my eyes on the big screen. I am excited to see so many great movies on Netflix that have been adapted from books. New this month to Netflix is The Giver. In a future society without hardship or free choice, young Jonas discovers a powerful truth and becomes determined to expose … [Read more...]
A Book for the Man in Your Life: Wise Guys
For guys, more than ever, it’s a confusing world. A GPS doesn’t offer any maps showing how to get to the point of wisdom — and what guy likes asking for directions anyway? But there are ways for guys to get the guidance they need. The answers may be all around, in the form of guys they already know. Wise Guys. More experienced guys. Better-traveled guys. Could there be ways to tap into their invaluable knowledge without enduring dull lectures or taking pages of notes? [Tweet "Guys can get … [Read more...]
