Posts by Becky
Literacy Skills for Preschoolers
Pre-reading learning activities are an essential part of a preschooler’s education. Reading, writing, and communicating are valuable tools which can be taught at an early age. Parents can encourage pre-reading, writing, and communication skills during daily activities. You can easily enhance your child’s proficiency by incorporating simple activities and conversations at home. Pre-Reading Activities When…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Pandemic History for Kids
Guest blogger, Carol Olsen, is passionate about grandparents speaking into the lives of their grandchildren. When discussing the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on family life, she determined to make this a teachable moment in history. Here is one of her ideas to incorporate real life into family history. A Time to Remember We are…
Read MoreLockdown Grandparenting
Guest blogger, Carol Olsen, is passionate about grandparents speaking into the lives of their grandchildren. Connecting with grandchildren in the midst of a pandemic and lockdowns can be challenging, but can creatively be done. Watch for more ideas from Carol in future posts on Faith First Parent. And please share with your family and friends! …
Read MoreSummer Movie Selfie Dad-Parenting During Chaos
HIM4Her Ministries founder, Shug Bury, invited me to interview comedian Michael Jr. on her radio show. The faith-filled movie, SELFIE DAD, is both funny and poignant. The conversation with Michael was punctuated with laughter and deep faith. It’s a GREAT summer movie for the whole family! The second part of the show was a discussion…
Read MoreLearn, Discern and Protect Your Family
Where do you go to learn, discern, and protect yourself and your family when the world is crazy? The best place to go is to your knees with God’s Word and an open heart. A young mom texted me recently for resources to use during the pandemic and social unrest. Both she and her spouse…
Read MoreWhat Do I Tell My Kids During COVID and Riots?
What do I tell my kids during COVID-19? How much news do I share with my preschooler? Why does the topic of racism spark heated conversations with my teen? Parenting is hard, always. A world pandemic and social unrest compounds the job. With littles, be sure the information you share is developmentally appropriate for the age…
Read MoreA Change of Perspective in a Pandemic
Are you ready for a total change of perspective during the pandemic? What if asking “How do I get out of this challenging time (financially, emotionally, spiritually)?” was replaced by a more thoughtful and proactive question, “What do I get out of this challenge?” There’s a totally different thought process in considering the “how” and…
Read MoreGratitude is an Attitude
Gratitude is an attitude to practice. Developing an attitude of gratitude personally and in kids can be daunting. Considering the past months of togetherness as family and fear of the unknown, being grateful is a tall order. But the benefits are well worth it! Try these seven ideas for an attitude of gratitude in your…
Read MoreThree Truths for Traumatic Times
The past few months have been unprecedented and unnerving for all of us. The parents I work with are concerned with the effects of theses traumatic times of the pandemic and economic upheaval. Mom and dad are the first line of defense for children. There are three truths to share with children when chaos in…
Read MoreConnection Builds Executive Function
Connection builds executive function in young children. Self-regulation, problem solving, and attentiveness are all executive function skills we want our kids to master. Research has determined children excel with secure attachments. Unconditional love and the knowledge the parent will be supportive in all circumstances enables a child to be confident and better handle challenges in…
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