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Parenting From the Heart
By Marilyn Boyer
Practical Parenting from a Mom of 14 - 164pg.
This book is the child training philosophy of a Mom of 14. It is chock full
of practical parenting advice and ideas from a Mom who has children ranging
in age from 30 yr. to 6yr. old. Some chapter titles include "So Now You're
a Mommy!", "Gotta Love Those Toddlers", Building a Sense of
Destiny in Your Child", Building a Heart of Obedience", "Character
Counts", "Guard Their Hearts", "Turning Problems into
Projects", "Keeping the Peace", "Keep it Simple-Home Education
at it's Best", "Building Patriot's Hearts", "Give Them
Your Heart" and many, many more.
Fun Projects for Hands On Character Building
$7.95
"This book contains the Boyers’ philosophy of spiritual
training in a nutshell. Scores of simple, enjoyable projects for parents and
children to do together. Chapters include: “Building Obedience”;
“Building a Pure Heart”; “Building a Hunger for Righteousness”;
“Building a Forgiving Spirit”; “Building Meekness”;
“Building a Strong Testimony.” "
The Hands On Dad
$9.95
"In The Hands-On Dad, Rick shares seven Biblical functions
for the father and shows how they apply in home education. These important
and practical insights can set both Mom and Dad free to be their best for
their children."
Also available in audio format.
Family Fun
Resource Books
6.99
80 pages
Through “show and tell,” Hands-on Faith: Family Fun will demonstrate
practical, fun, and challenging activities parents can use to reinforce family
relationships and faith in Christ. This book will include short stories by
real families who have dared to create a home full of laughter and reveal
ways in which families can celebrate their faith throughout the day. It will
also provide hands-on tips for families when dealing with life’s tough
moments. So, create a home full of laughter, make worship part of your family’s
lifestyle, and wow your kids with God’s Word!
Family Mission Beach Ball
Inflatables
5.99
Developed to assist your family in creating a unique mission statement, these two 10 inch Family Mission Statement Beach Balls provide a fun way to spend quality time with your family while reaffirming your commitment to God and one another. With 62 sentence starters or questions on each ball, just toss a beach ball and then listen while a family member reads and responds to the statement or question they land on. In the conversation that follows, a picture of your family’s unique values, goals, and purposes will emerge. An instruction guide with sample family mission statements is also included.
Family Nights
Resource Books
6.99
70p + 10p flash cards = 80p
Think only June Cleaver could pull off regular family nights? Well, that's
just not true. Hands-on Faith: Family Nights will show parents the nuts-and-bolts
way to pull it off and have delightful family nights that will make lifelong
memories. Prayer, special events, family vests, plus creating family goals
and a mission statement are just a few of the can-do ideas in this book that
could change your family—forever!
Elizabeth Elliot
Faith that Does Not Faulter
This has quickly become one of my favorite books. It is full of great truths that will help you keep your eyes on Him and not on the world. A collection of Elisabeth Elliots writings in a small format, hardcover book. Filled with beautiful picutres of mountains and nature, it is sure to bring you back to a place of peace.
Be Still My Soul
Another fantastic book by Mrs. Elliot. This book is a soft cover book.
http://www.hopechestlegacy.com/
The Hope Chest: A Legacy of Love
Recommended ages: adult
$15.00
A hope chest is a great way to remember what is important here on earth. It is to help create great, loving memories. This book gives great ideas for what could go into hope chest. Many great ideas for recipe collections, linens, aprons and many more. A delightful section on shower ideas is also included. A very inspiring book. This book will also provide you with many great ideas to help you prepare your children to be adults. 376 pages full of ideas and the history of the hope chest.
Training Children in Godliness
by Jacob Abbott (revised and edited by Michael J McHugh
$4.76-6.40
This book was written in the 1800's by Jacob Abbot, an evangelical minister, educator and authos. Abbot used his Puritan heritage to write more than 200 books, many of which were children's literature.
"The book Training Children in Godliness is mostly comprised of choice selections of writings by Jacob Abbot on the subject of child training. In an effort to make the writings of Abbot more practical and enjoyable to today's reader, this book was recomposed and updated, with changes being made by the reviser for the sake of clarity and modern application. This book is designed to give parents and other concerned adults, a thorough understanding of how to minister to the hearts of children." Michael J. McHugh, Christan Liberty Press
Chapters in this book include: How to infulence children in Godliness, How to disciple a young person, how to instruct children for eternity, teaching children to be happy, and teaching children the royal law.
Each chapter contains stories, illustrations, examples, and metaphors to make clear the instructions contained in the chapter.
http://www.lamplighterpublishing.com
The Duties of Parents
By J. C. Ryle
$7.00
This is the best book on parenting that I have ever read. This will not only help your parenting, but will also help you redirect your worldview. It will really make you think about where your priorities are and where God wants them to be. This is Bible parenting!
A small paperback book which is beautifully written.
The Hidden Hand
by Eden Southworth
Elizabeth Elliot
Faith that Does Not Faulter
This has quickly become one of my favorite books. It is full of great truths that will help you keep your eyes on Him and not on the world. A collection of Elisabeth Elliots writings in a small format, hardcover book. Filled with beautiful picutres of mountains and nature, it is sure to bring you back to a place of peace.
Be Still My Soul
Another fantastic book by Mrs. Elliot. This book is a soft cover book.
Effective Parenting
Say Goodbye to Whining, Complaining, and Bad Attitudes in you and your Kids
$12.99
by Scott Turansky and Joanne Miller
A wonderful book! This book will be life changing for the Christian parent seeking peace in the home and a pure heart in themselves and their children. The theme is creating honor in the family. There is a section in the back for some practical ways to teach honor in a family night type setting. Full of great practical advise that really works!!!
Good and Angry
$13.99
By Scott Turansky and Joanne Miller
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