Do you find yourself on a device more hours than you’d like? Are you concerned about the length of time your kids spend with screens? Are you looking for some counter-cultural encouragement when it comes to technology and parenting? Screen-Free Parenting As a mom whose children span from age 15 to 31, I have seen…
How to Get Kids to Eat Healthy
Do you ever feel like you’re in a losing battle when it comes to your kids and nutrition? Would you like to instill in your child a desire for healthy eating? Our family of 11 was your classic “fast food” family until a health crisis forced us to re-evaluate our food choices. (Read our story…
Cacao Blueberry Yogurt Blast
Brandon Fabry Cacao Blueberry Yogurt Blast – By Kids For KidsI enjoy this combination for breakfast or dessert! Save Recipe Print Recipe My Recipes My Lists My Calendar Ingredients1 cup plain yogurt with live cultures1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries1/4 cup coconut flakesseveral slices of raw cacao paste (alternative: raw cacao nibs)liquid stevia to tasteInstructionsScoop…
How to Use a Knife
When we ventured into the world of real food my youngest children were under ten years of age. (See more about our food journey here.) They were too young to use a knife, or so it seemed to me. Yet they were eager to be involved in the cooking process. Our friend Andy, a butcher…
Kids and Chores
Kids and Chores Every Saturday we spend two hours cleaning. This saves me the need to clean during the week. It also keeps the kids involved. When our 14-year-old daughter suggested we do a cleaning competition, I jumped at the chance to make our semi-annual window cleaning chore a contest. I sent out this email…
