Family & Education
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Abraham Lincoln’s Advice on Learning, Work, Smartphones, and Anxiety
Lincoln struggled with mental health, public ridicule, and grief, but he never stopped building a better life.
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How Did We Get the Word ‘Husband’?
Far from limiting a man, marriage calls him into a larger mission of love, stewardship, and provision.
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Dear Next Generation: You'll Get as Good as You Give
Respect, compassion, and integrity are timeless and worth standing for.
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Make This Fourth of July a Homespun Holiday
A homespun July 4th brings the focus back to family, gratitude, and the American spirit.
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An Educational Philosophy That Nourishes the Whole Child
Charlotte Mason lived in the 19th century, but her philosophy offers children an education full of life and wonder.
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Back to Homeschool: 9 Ways to Prepare
From clearing the calendar to visualizing the first day of school, these ideas will help make next fall begin smoothly and without stress.
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Tech Policy Expert on Kids’ Digital Devices: ’Parental Controls Don’t Give Parents Real Control’
Tech policy expert Clare Morell discusses the harms of screen usage and offers a radical, refreshing solution.
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7 Simple Ways to Hit Reset This Summer
Summer is the perfect time to turn the page on old habits and start over with a fresh slate.
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Fatherhood: An Incomplete Job Description
Good fathers are adventurers, protectors, storytellers—and, at the end of the day, heroes.
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The Best Father’s Day Gift
The real treasures are the generations shaped by men who live out the ideals of fatherhood.
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A Strategy Board Game With a Focus on Ancient Imperial Militaries
‘Battalion’ introduces gamers to military tactics and strategy, with the bonus of teaching users about the militaries of four ancient empires.
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Jam Sessions and Joy: 5 Ways to Help Kids Fall in Love With Learning an Instrument
When learning music feels like a magical adventure instead of a chore, kids will keep coming back for more.
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Memorial Day: A Day to Remember Who We Are
Here are some ways to honor those who sacrificed their lives for our freedoms.
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Grads After Graduation: Some Gifts to Bolster Morale and Keep Them Moving Forward
A special note or care package can cheer a young graduate in the short term and give him or her memories that may last a lifetime.
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It’s Time to Bring Back Pick-Up Games of Baseball
Unsupervised play allows children to develop character and skill sets like conflict resolution, imagination, and responsibility.
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Summer Time-Savers for Parents
As the season gets busier, parents can put structures in place to stay on top of everything.
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How to Help a Loved One Deal With Gaming Addiction
When video games start to replace real-life responsibilities and relationships, it’s time to step in—with wisdom and love.
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The Forgotten ‘R’: 3 Ways to Boost Your Child’s Writing Skills This Summer
Despite being an essential life skill, writing is often overlooked in school. At-home exercises like journaling can help your child develop it.
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Abraham Lincoln’s Advice on Learning, Work, Smartphones, and Anxiety
Lincoln struggled with mental health, public ridicule, and grief, but he never stopped building a better life.
|
How Did We Get the Word ‘Husband’?
Far from limiting a man, marriage calls him into a larger mission of love, stewardship, and provision.
|
Dear Next Generation: You'll Get as Good as You Give
Respect, compassion, and integrity are timeless and worth standing for.
|
Make This Fourth of July a Homespun Holiday
A homespun July 4th brings the focus back to family, gratitude, and the American spirit.
|
An Educational Philosophy That Nourishes the Whole Child
Charlotte Mason lived in the 19th century, but her philosophy offers children an education full of life and wonder.
|
Back to Homeschool: 9 Ways to Prepare
From clearing the calendar to visualizing the first day of school, these ideas will help make next fall begin smoothly and without stress.
|
Tech Policy Expert on Kids’ Digital Devices: ’Parental Controls Don’t Give Parents Real Control’
Tech policy expert Clare Morell discusses the harms of screen usage and offers a radical, refreshing solution.
|
7 Simple Ways to Hit Reset This Summer
Summer is the perfect time to turn the page on old habits and start over with a fresh slate.
|
Fatherhood: An Incomplete Job Description
Good fathers are adventurers, protectors, storytellers—and, at the end of the day, heroes.
|
The Best Father’s Day Gift
The real treasures are the generations shaped by men who live out the ideals of fatherhood.
|
A Strategy Board Game With a Focus on Ancient Imperial Militaries
‘Battalion’ introduces gamers to military tactics and strategy, with the bonus of teaching users about the militaries of four ancient empires.
|
Jam Sessions and Joy: 5 Ways to Help Kids Fall in Love With Learning an Instrument
When learning music feels like a magical adventure instead of a chore, kids will keep coming back for more.
|
Memorial Day: A Day to Remember Who We Are
Here are some ways to honor those who sacrificed their lives for our freedoms.
|
Grads After Graduation: Some Gifts to Bolster Morale and Keep Them Moving Forward
A special note or care package can cheer a young graduate in the short term and give him or her memories that may last a lifetime.
|
It’s Time to Bring Back Pick-Up Games of Baseball
Unsupervised play allows children to develop character and skill sets like conflict resolution, imagination, and responsibility.
|
Summer Time-Savers for Parents
As the season gets busier, parents can put structures in place to stay on top of everything.
|
How to Help a Loved One Deal With Gaming Addiction
When video games start to replace real-life responsibilities and relationships, it’s time to step in—with wisdom and love.
|
The Forgotten ‘R’: 3 Ways to Boost Your Child’s Writing Skills This Summer
Despite being an essential life skill, writing is often overlooked in school. At-home exercises like journaling can help your child develop it.
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