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I Prayed For You ~ Children’s Book Review

I hope you have been able to read the reviews and enter the giveaways of the other two Tommy Nelson resources this month: The Parable Treasury (giveaway ending tomorrow at midnight, November 15) and A Very Merry Christmas Prayer (giveaway ending at midnight, November 20). Scroll down for the review …

A Very Merry Christmas Prayer – Children’s Book Review

Even careful families can find it difficult to stay focused on Christ and family during the busy holiday season.  Every year I think “we are going to take it easy this year,” but somehow the calendar fills up with activities and places to go! Disclosure: I was not compensated for this …

Animal Classification Posters and Games ~ Free Printables

Next semester in my Kindergarten/First Grade coop class I’ll be teaching Animal Science, and I’ve developed some of my own materials as well as using print and online resources.  I’ll be posting my lesson plans sometime within the next several weeks, but I was so happy with how my posters …

Parable Treasury ~ Children’s Book Review

A few years ago while browsing a bookstore with a friend, we came across a children’s book with beautiful sunflowers on the cover.  My friend picked it up and handed it to me, saying “this is a wonderful book, you should have it for your daughter!”  I did buy it and …

Precious Moments 5-Minute Bedtime Treasury ~ Children’s Book Review

Enthusiasts of the Precious Moments brand will be thrilled with the new 5-Minute Bedtime Treasury from Tommy Nelson publishers! This beautiful large-format book features the adorable children in Bible story scenes. Disclosure: I was not compensated for this post, but was given a free book to review. I am an …

Win Or Lose, I Love You! ~ Children’s Book Review and Free Printables

If you are like me, it can be difficult sometimes as a Mom to see your children’s hurt feelings – it’s so tempting to protect their little emotions in every circumstance.  And, it can be difficult to know what to say to provide meaningful comfort when your child is disappointed …

God’s Good News Bible Storybook by Billy Graham ~ Children’s Book Review

I am excited to offer my readers a review and giveaway of the first Bible storybook from pastor and teacher Billy Graham.  God’s Good News Bible Storybook is a large, beautiful book with a ribbon bookmark.  This would make a wonderful gift as well as a family keepsake. Disclosure: I …

Read Me A Bible Story 365 ~ Children’s Book Review

Disclosure: I was not compensated for this post, but was given a free book to review. I am an affiliate of Amazon, and will receive a small commission if a link on this page is used to make a purchase. If you are interested in helping your kids develop a …

God Bless Our Fall ~ Children’s Book Review

The Fall season is almost upon us!  For a long time it has been my favorite time of year – the heat and humidity of summer leave, and we can start looking forward to our annual visit to Tate Farms to pick our pumpkins! Disclosure: I was not compensated for …

Count My Blessings 1-2-3 ~ Children’s Book Review

It’s time for another review and giveaway of a fun book for preschoolers from Tommy Nelson!  Little ones will love the bright colors and illustrations of familiar animals and objects in this “fit-together shapes book.” Disclosure: I was not compensated for this post, but was given a free book to …

Read and Share 5 Minute Bible Stories ~ Children’s Book Review

You really want to read to your kids, but the days don’t seem long enough to fit it in sometimes. Or perhaps you are dealing with short attention spans?  If you are looking for a Bible Story book with short stories for preschoolers and kindergarteners, this one may be perfect …

Bedtime Devotions With Jesus ~ Children’s Book Review

Good Night, Sleep Tight I go to bed and sleep in peace.  Lord, only you keep me safe. – Psalm 4:8 Disclosure: I was not compensated for this post, but was given a free book to review. I am an affiliate of Amazon, and will receive a small commission if …

Daddy Loves You So Much! ~ Children’s Book Review

A couple of nights ago I had a real treat – listening to my husband read Daddy Loves You So Much! to my preschool-aged daughter.  What was wonderful about it was many of the activities that the Daddies in the book were doing with their kids were very similar to …

God Bless My Boo Boo ~ Children’s Book Review

This month’s featured resources from Tommy Nelson Publishers include two adorable padded board books for toddlers and preschoolers! Disclosure: I was not compensated for this post, but was given a free book to review. I am an affiliate of Amazon, and will receive a small commission if a link on …

Mommy Loves You So Much ~ Children’s Book Review

Looking for an adorable book to help your children feel cozy and loved?  My daughter loved reading  Mommy Loves You So Much!  The sweet illustrations by Jo Parry accompanies a story of animal mommies who show their children how much they love them through every day activities. Disclosure: I was …

Sunflowers Lesson Plan ~ Geography, Science, Reading, and Activities For Early Learners (Plus Free Printables)

Welcome Spring!  This lesson plan was inspired by the warm weather after such a COLD winter, and by the dried sunflower head my neighbor gave to me last fall. After finding Argentina and a few other sunflower-producing countries and states on the map, my class really enjoyed hearing me read …