Want to raise kids who have courage? The Bible tells us God is the source of their courage and research says you can help them develop this God-given character trait. Picture this: Your kid stands under a tree in your front yard. His hands grip the branch above him. He reaches his feet out toward… Read more
Category: Child Development
How to Talk to Kids About School Shootings
In light of the school shooting at Covenant School in Nashville, TN we thought it would be helpful to re-share this post to guide the tough conversations that may be coming up again with your kids. Yesterday I was able to celebrate a milestone in my daughter’s life that countless parents in Uvalde, TX never… Read more
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Children’s Bible
Wondering which children’s Bible is best for your kids? We’re digging into the options with questions to consider and real-parent insight to help you find the most engaging kids Bible for your family. As parents, we all hope to grow a love of reading in our kids. That’s why we cuddle up in a rocker… Read more
3 Tips for Raising Kind, Resilient Kids
At the start of school, we gave each of our boys a family picture, an eraser shaped like an ear (an EARaser!), and pencils labeled with our hopes for the year ahead. For our youngest, on his way to kindergarten where he’ll learn to read and write, a cheeky “Leo the Literate.” And for our… Read more
Raising Boys and Girls Podcast: S4, E39 A Message of Hope for Parents in the Trenches
Weary parents, take a much deserved break and listen in! Daystar founder and Raising Boys and Girls leader, Melissa Trevathan, wraps up season 4 with a message of hope for parents in the trenches. If you haven’t yet, listen to the podcast here: SUBSCRIBE to the podcast so you never miss an episode! . . …. Read more
Raising Boys and Girls Podcast: S4, E38 Lifelong Friendships
Be encouraged to help your kids find and cultivate lifelong friendships as you listen in to this fun interview with David, Sissy, and her childhood friends. If you haven’t yet, listen to the podcast here: SUBSCRIBE to the podcast so you never miss an episode! . . . . . . . . . . Old… Read more
Raising Boys and Girls Podcast: S4, E37 Parenting with Purpose with Kirsten and Ben Watson
Parenting is hard. But we can do it with purpose when we lean into God and His Word. Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas as they visit with Kirsten and Ben Watson to talk about parenting with purpose. If you haven’t yet, listen to the podcast here: SUBSCRIBE to the podcast so you never miss an… Read more
Creative Ways to Help Kids Grow in Character Over Summer Break
“Oh no Melanie,” my mother said. “We are walking right back into Mr. Johnson’s store and you are picking up that litter and you need to apologize!” I was 9 years old and on summer break. Mr. Johnson owned a local grocery store, and every Monday my mother and I would pick up the groceries… Read more
Raising Boys and Girls Podcast: S4, E36 Kids and Emotional Safety with Dr. Josh and Christi Straub
Do you wonder how to handle your kids’ emotions? Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas as they visit with Dr. Josh and Christi Straub to talk about emotional safety and parenting. If you haven’t yet, listen to the podcast here: SUBSCRIBE to the podcast so you never miss an episode! . . . . . …. Read more
Raising Boys and Girls Podcast: S4, E35 What Kids Want Parents to Know Right Now with Olivia and Alena Pitts
Wondering what your kids need from you right now? Join Sissy and David as they talk with authors, speakers, and teenagers, Olivia and Alena Pitts about what kids want you to know but may be afraid to share. If you haven’t yet, listen to the podcast here: SUBSCRIBE to the podcast so you never miss an… Read more