Category: Family

Summer of Stories: A New Family Favorite with a Purpose-Driven Beginning by Cindy Lynn Sawyer

June 26, 2025

A Season of Purposeful Connection Summer is often a time of sunshine, rest, and togetherness — but it can also offer families a powerful opportunity for spiritual growth. That’s the heart behind Summer of Stories, a new faith-based initiative created by Christian children’s author and mom Erin Greneaux. Her vision? To give parents access to … More Summer of Stories: A New Family Favorite with a Purpose-Driven Beginning by Cindy Lynn Sawyer

Review of Guess Who Is in God’s Family

March 27, 2025

In Karen Ferguson’s newest picture book, Guess Who Is in God’s Family, Papa Joe once again opens God’s Word to satisfy Lucy’s curiosity about her family. Papa Joe explains God’s creation of the very first family, and that we all came from this first family in gentle, kid-friendly language. He reminds Lucy that God planned … More Review of Guess Who Is in God’s Family

Barnaby the Runaway Sheep (A Parable of the Lost Sheep) Book Review and Extension Activities by Mindy Baker

March 13, 2025

Barnaby the Runaway Sheep, written by Maria Antonia and illustrated by Sayani Mukherjee, is a endearing picture book about a sheep who must learn to trust his shepherds. Barnaby is afraid of having his wool snipped so he does everything he can to avoid it. First, he plays hide and seek. Then, he gets wet! … More Barnaby the Runaway Sheep (A Parable of the Lost Sheep) Book Review and Extension Activities by Mindy Baker

Review-Guess How Much God Loves You

February 24, 2025

In Guess How Much God Loves You author Karen Ferguson reminds little Lucy, and other kids five to seven years old, that God created them because He loves them. … More Review-Guess How Much God Loves You

Creating Books and Learning with Children by Melissa Henderson

March 14, 2024

As a “Mimi” with two grandchildren, I am always on the lookout for fun and creative projects for us to enjoy together. When Rowan and Eden come for a visit, one of the first questions they ask is, “What project can we do today?” Recently, we worked on creating books and the outcome was wonderful. … More Creating Books and Learning with Children by Melissa Henderson

Psalm 78 Day

July 6, 2023

Did you know that July 8 was Psalm 78 Day? I didn’t. Here’s What I Discovered: Debbie DeCiantis sent the Write2Ignite team a notice about this special day and we decided to share it with all of you. The following information is from the Truth78 website. “What a tremendous challenge Psalm 78 gives one generation … More Psalm 78 Day

Book Review & Interview with Author Vanessa Fortenberry

August 29, 2022

Why do we think it is strange for young children to want to praise the Lord? Author Vanessa Fortenberry turns this idea on its head in her book Grandma, Granddad, We Want to Praise God. … More Book Review & Interview with Author Vanessa Fortenberry

3 Books Guiding Christian Teens to Make Wise Decisions – by Sally Matheny

June 9, 2022

Sally Matheny recommends 3 books for Christian teens. … More 3 Books Guiding Christian Teens to Make Wise Decisions – by Sally Matheny

Greater Love Hath No Man by Gail Cartee

May 30, 2022

A Memorial Day devotional that points to Christ. … More Greater Love Hath No Man by Gail Cartee

Tips for Writing Kids and Teens Devotionals

March 10, 2022

Do you enjoy teaching children the truths in Scripture using simple everyday illustrations? Writing kid’s devotionals may be for you! But how do you begin? … More Tips for Writing Kids and Teens Devotionals