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Talking to Children about Natural Disasters

Talking to Children about Natural Disasters Tough Topics Talking to Children about Natural Disasters —Pat Verbal Becky hasn’t slept in weeks due to aftershocks of a scary earthquake. Joshua hides in a closet during thunderstorms since his house was struck by lightning. Sarah’s grandmother died in Hurricane... Read More

Putting the Fun in Fundamentals

Putting the Fun in Fundamentals Tips & Tricks Putting the Fun in Fundamentals – Julie Cox Flashing lights and amusing music, puppet plays and dramatic skits, brightly colored sets and hands-on learning are all on the top of the list for today’s children’s programs both in secular education and... Read More

Challenging Children to be Honest

Challenging Children to be Honest Tough Topics Challenging Children to be Honest – Robert Choun Most preteens and teenagers lie. That was the conclusion of a recent survey of 3,700 American and Canadian 11-18 year olds. What can we do about this epidemic of dishonesty? We can teach primaries the value... Read More

Love is an Action Verb

Love is an Action Verb Tips & Tricks Love is an Action Verb – Susan Haglund Bible clubs in public schools face some out-of-the-ordinary obstacles. But building relationships with school administrators, teachers and parents can lead to clubs with firm foundations. A few practical ways to... Read More