Summer with pre-teens and teens doesn’t have to be a blur of screens and disconnection. Today, I’m sharing fun, low-cost ideas that actually click with older kids—from nostalgic 90s throwbacks to simple ways to make memories as a family. If you’re looking for summer plans that feel doable and genuinely fun, this list is for you. Plus, download your FREE printable here

I’m sharing practical, heart-centered ways to teach kindness through things you’re probably already doing with your kids—board games, storytime, nature walks, and even sibling squabbles. You don’t need a big lesson plan or a perfect setup—just intention, presence, and a willingness to step into the moments that matter.

Let’s stop overcomplicating it—and start growing kindness right where we are.

There’s something sacred about raising a daughter — not just guiding her behavior, but shaping her heart. In a world that shouts who she should be, I want my voice to be the steady whisper of truth she carries with her.

Let me share with you 5 meaningful lessons I’m teaching my daughter — truths about strength, kindness, identity, and grace. They’re not perfect or polished, but they are planted with love.

Whether you’re raising girls or simply reflecting on the kind of woman you hope to be, these are reminders for all of us.

We don’t just want our boys to grow up—we want them to grow upward, toward something true. Toward strength rooted in humility, leadership shaped by love, and courage grounded in Christ. In a world where so many voices are shouting for their attention, the quiet power of a good book—one that stirs their spirit, challenges their thinking, and points them to Jesus—can be a game changer.

These five books aren’t just about building better habits or learning to “be good.” They’re about forming character that lasts, and planting seeds of faith that grow long after the last page is turned. If you’re looking for a meaningful way to support your teen son’s spiritual walk, this list is for you.

Just like anything else in life, confidence is a learned skill. Here are three applicable tips on helping your kids build their confidence which will lead to better conversations, stronger connections, and assertive human beeings.

Sometimes life can feel like it is pulling at us in all different directions. from busy schedules full of activities and to-do lists to school projects and school books strewn about the table, not to mention the laundry and meals that need to be taken care of. These tips are good reminders that our children’s hearts are more important than our to-do-lists

“God has given us the opportunity to come alongside our children in their personal growth and help them develop the character of Christ” Let’s talk about the tools we have and how to use them in our daily home life.