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Parents/Teachers! Should It Really Come Down To Recess Versus Academics?

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Recess. It was a huge part of our homeschool years, but for most young children who go into a school setting, what used to be a basic part of growing up has, in most cases, been shelved. But hopefully in some states, change may be coming as we shall see!

Teachers say their students have a hard time focusing in class. Some children feel ‘ready to explode’! They can’t even sit still during critical testing periods. It’s as though they are naturally wired for playing, running and jumping, as opposed to constant sitting, studying and reciting.

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Child Grooming: One Brave Father’s True Story To Help Protect Our Kids

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Child grooming and resulting abduction by pedophiles is not a topic I ever thought I’d have on my blog, but it is so important for parents to know about, I felt I must. When I emailed Mr. Prince to ask permission, he kindly wrote back, “Yes, please do. I figure I can’t be the only naive Dad in the world. I changed the names in the story to protect my daughter. She’s getting happier by the day. She had a friend over yesterday, and their laughter was so lovely to hear.” What a loving father and brave man!

Here is his story:

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100 + Whole-Hearted Books To Fight Back the Culture: Preschool Thru Grade 12

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Many of you have asked for a reading list of great books for young and older children, the kind that contain wholesome adventure and inspire a heart to courageous living. I have been busy and did just as you requested.

What fun I had compiling it! Updated June, 2017.

We are all aware that there is a battle raging in our culture for the minds and hearts of our children, but how do we as parents prepare them to live in the world? How do we teach values and build character at home on a day to day basis to equip them for a lifetime?

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Vaccinated vs. Unvaccinated Children: Guess Who Is Healthier?

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Vaccinated vs. unvaccinated children.

Until now, there has not been one single published study that compared them to see who is healthier (or sicker) years after the shots. This first-of-its-kind study of vaccinated vs. unvaccinated American homeschooled children shows who is really ailing.

Read it if you want and choose what you believe is the best option for your child.

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Silent Tragedy: Every Parent Who Cares Should Read This

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Silent Tragedy: Every Parent Who Cares About The Future Of His/Her Children Should Read This, young child engrossed in a laptop device

“I know that many would choose not to hear what I say in the article, but your children need you to hear this message. Even if you disagree with my perspective, please, just follow the recommendations at the end of the article. Once you see the positive changes in your child’s life, you will understand why I say what I say!” ~V.P.

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