Book Title: Stormbringer: The Predator’s Stone (Book 1) Author: G.R. Boden Genre: Fantasy Ideal Age Group: 10-14 # of Books in Series : 2 with a potential 3rd in the works Publisher: Bushel and Peck Summary I was recently gifted Stormbringer: The Predator’s Stone, and it turned out to be an exceptional middle-grade fantasy chapter book. …
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As a Christian mom, I have been looking for resources to help me navigate how to talk to my kids about sex from a biblical perspective. Thankfully, many Christian moms and dads have written helpful and informative books to guide us on this journey. However, before turning to outside resources, it is important to first build a strong foundation of what you believe is …
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Let’s talk about reading goals, shall we? This year, my kids each set reading goals for 2026 to support their reading journey. My oldest wanted to read new genres specifically nonfiction and science fiction. My middle child, who has no natural love for reading, set a goal to read four books a month. And my youngest simply wants …
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Whether you’re already a reader or you’re wondering how to build a reading habit this year, you’re in the right place. If you’ve ever said, “I just don’t have time to read,” you’re not alone. So many busy adults especially busy moms and dads struggle to make time for reading. The good news? With a few simple shifts, you …
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My favorite genre of books is middle-grade books. While the target audience is between 8-12, these books are intended for anyone and everyone to read. The reason it is targeted at this audience is that the protagonists are usually around the same age group as well. These books also do not include mature content and …
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I’m a goal-setter at heart, and I genuinely love New Year’s resolutions. I make them every year even if I don’t end up checking every single one off. My kids do them too. A few years ago, I even created a simple goal-setting template for them, and it’s become one of our favorite little January …
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In 2025, I set a goal to read 60 books, focusing on a mix of personal growth and pure enjoyment. I’m happy to say I reached that goal and discovered many meaningful reads along the way. In this post, I’m sharing my best books of 2025, highlighting the most memorable fiction and nonfiction reads across different …
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Do you love the tradition of stocking stuffers? I didn’t grow up with it, but there’s something so special about it. There’s a quiet joy in picking through small, thoughtful gifts—ones that often end up being used far more than the bigger presents. With that in mind, I put a lot of thought into my …
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It is never too late to start a family tradition centered around board games. Most families go straight for the screens on Friday night- its either movie night or video game night. In our home, no one gets excused from game night. Sometimes trying something more than once is all it takes to fall in love with it. If …
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This year, I started to read Christmas chapter books early so that I could get this post ready on time for the holiday season. Many of these books you will find recommended by mom bloggers, and for good reason. I have only recommended books that I read and enjoyed greatly. These books can be included …
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