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If you want your child to be God-honoring, it is important that you bring God into conversations with your child on a regular basis.  For

If you do lose your temper when applying discipline to your child and end up acting like a child yourself, you need to cool down,

As a parent, you should discipline in a direct and intentional way that demonstrates to your child that you are in control and that the

Discipline is a part of growing up. As a parent, this is your responsibility. However, don’t allow your discipline to be an adult shouting match

More than anything, your child wants focused time with you. Everyday life can be full of adventure and packed full of great learning experiences. At

Life should be full of fun for you and your child. Create ways to have fun together. This does not mean always investing dollars on

An outstanding educator and leader in educating students in San Bernardino, CA, Margaret Hill, posted a quote on her Facebook page a while back from

It is tempting at times to “lay the law down” and demand your kids “do what they are told.”   To get your child’s ownership on

What is your vision and dream for your child?  Just like you, your child was born for a purpose. Each of your children are fearfully

Being a parent is dynamic.  What works well today might not work tomorrow.  A good parent is capable of adjusting to change and making adjustments

Telling stories with meaning as a parent are quite easy. You need to OBSERVE, LISTEN, RELATE, RECALL, and CONCLUDE.  Here is what I did as

Look for opportunities to do something with your child that results in helping others.  If your child is old enough to be in school you

The next time you are out with friends and your son or daughter are with you, express how proud you are of something that your

Caring parents take responsibility for the results of their child’s behavior.  For many parents this is a challenge. Life is busy and often kids end

Verbally expressing a compliment is important but writing a compliment down and giving it to a child is much more powerful. Here is a suggestion. 

My grandson’s first grade teacher prepared a year-end gift for each child in her class:  A personalized compliment book.  Every child in class was instructed

Your ability to lead as a parent has a direct impact on the results you want to achieve in your children.  What are you doing

Yes, life is busy.  Most of us feel we need to multitask just to survive.  I watched a father the other day spend some “quality

Your child is capable of coming up with surprising insight.  Be listening, because your child is likely going to be teaching you a thing or

Language has implications.  What you say to a child has lasting impact.  Choose your words carefully so you can truly engage with the thinking of

Leadership skills don’t come out of a kid without encouragement from those that see it! Achieving leadership skills is a journey that involves you as

Your child is full of exceptional potential.  Your child was created for a purpose.  It is your responsibility to identify the likely strengths of your

Encourage your children to use their imagination. Allow their little minds to dream big dreams. When you hear about an imaginary friend engage your child

When talking to your child about something important, get down to his or her level.  You can kneel down or sit down next to them

Raising your voice and demanding obedience seldom accomplishes your intended objective.  Find ways to personally connect.  For example, take their face in your hands and

Find moments every day to have a meaningful connection with your child at his or her level. The more moments, the better! This means leaving

If you need to correct your child, never do so in anger.  Never put them down.  Don’t stomp on their little self-esteem.   Remember, they are

Embrace your child’s make-believe friends. After all, you also had your make-believe friends when you were his or her age. Join in the adventures your

When it is time for bed, try lying down next to your child, holding their hand, and asking them about their day. Listen to what

After the lights are out and the conversation is over, don’t leave your child for a few minutes. Keep holding your child’s hand. Allow them

The Andy Ant adventure stories were started in my young daughter’s dark bedroom when she was about ready to go to sleep. How can you

Reading stories to your child is wonderful and encouraging, but making up stories that relate to your child’s life is even better. To help you

As a parent, you should know your child’s teacher well. You are in a partnership together to ensure your child is learning all he or

Volunteer in your child’s classroom or a regular basis. This demonstrates to your child that you are really interested in what is going on and

Make sure your child is involved in a church-based learning program geared for one’s age.  If you want your child to grow into adulthood with

The Adventures of Andy Ant stories are not religious stories as such, but each story makes at least one reference to God. Andy and Joey

If you want your child to be God-honoring, it is important that you bring God into conversations with your child on a regular basis.  For

If you do lose your temper when applying discipline to your child and end up acting like a child yourself, you need to cool down,

As a parent, you should discipline in a direct and intentional way that demonstrates to your child that you are in control and that the

Discipline is a part of growing up. As a parent, this is your responsibility. However, don’t allow your discipline to be an adult shouting match

More than anything, your child wants focused time with you. Everyday life can be full of adventure and packed full of great learning experiences. At

Life should be full of fun for you and your child. Create ways to have fun together. This does not mean always investing dollars on