Being thankful is something we all have to learn. It doesn't come naturally. Danny talks with John about how he taught his kids to be grateful. Then, Jim Daly speaks with two mothers, Stephanie Thurling and Sarah Holmstrom, about something called the grateful game.

 

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Being thankful is something we all have to learn. It doesn't come naturally. Danny talks with John about how he taught his kids to be grateful. Then, Jim Daly speaks with two mothers, Stephanie Thurling and Sarah Holmstrom, about something called the grateful game.
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Teaching Kids Gratitude & Prayer

Have you ever intended to be on your phone for a few minutes, only to look up and realize you've lost an hour? Danny and John address how a lot of parents are setting a bad example regarding screen-time around their kids. Also, Jim Daly and Arlene Pellicane share some age-appropriate guidelines for your kids with screens.

 

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Have you ever intended to be on your phone for a few minutes, only to look up and realize you've lost an hour? Danny and John address how a lot of parents are setting a bad example regarding screen-time around their kids. Also, Jim Daly and Arlene Pellicane share some age-appropriate guidelines for your kids with screens.
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How Screen-Time Affects the Brain

So many kids and parents are glued to a screen today! How can we do better in this area? Jim Daly and Arlene Pellicane address some alarming statistics on how screens and social media are negatively impacting young kids today. Than, Danny and John will give some pointers on replacing screen-time with more helpful activities.

 

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So many kids and parents are glued to a screen today! How can we do better in this area? Jim Daly and Arlene Pellicane address some alarming statistics on how screens and social media are negatively impacting young kids today. Than, Danny and John will give some pointers on replacing screen-time with more helpful activities.
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Replacing the Negative Effects of Screen-Time

How do you teach your kids about the challenging parts of the Bible? Danny and John talk about sections of the Bible they find difficult. Then, Danika Cooley and Jim Daly give some recommendations on when to share the tougher parts of Scripture with your children.

 

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How do you teach your kids about the challenging parts of the Bible? Danny and John talk about sections of the Bible they find difficult. Then, Danika Cooley and Jim Daly give some recommendations on when to share the tougher parts of Scripture with your children.
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