Sparking Everyday Discipleship
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S3 Ep 144Episode 144-Mindy Baker Interview and "Planting Seeds of Truth in Little Hearts"
In this episode we visit with author Mindy Baker. She offers many resources for families, has a mini magazine available, and enjoys doing school visits to talk about her beautiful picture book. For show notes and links, go to terriehellardbrown.com
S3 Ep 143Episode 143-Interview with Mr. Mark and Great Resources for Families and Children's Ministries
In this episode, we talk with Mr. Mark Jones who has a fun picture book and several resource books and other resources for families, children's ministries, and home schoolers.
S3 Ep 142Episode 142: Celebrating Poetry Month with Our Children
In this episode we discuss the benefits of reading poetry and discussing it with our children. We can use it across the curriculum to teach topics and practice skills. Plus, writing poetry allows our children to be creative and enjoy breaking some of the rules of grammar just for fun.
S3 Ep 141Episode 141-Rebecca Gomez Interview and Read, Discuss, Do!
In this episode we talk with Rebecca Gomez about her fun picture books and her "Read, Discuss, Do!" plans on her website.
S3 Ep 140Episode 140: Pastor Dave Brown and Opening the Word of God with Our Children
In this episode of "Books that Spark," Pastor Dave Brown visits with us discussing how to open up the word of God correctly with our children, equipping them to understand the Bible.
S3 Ep 139Episode 139: Celebrating Easter with Books from Our Friends
In this episode of "Books that Spark," we look at some great Easter books written by our friends who have been on our show in the past. We share books for our youngest little ones to our older elementary readers. All of them are filled with the greatest story of all: Jesus' story of His death and resurrection and new life in Christ.
S3 Ep 138Episode 138 - Sara Chinakwe Interview and Celebrating Our Heritage
In this episode of "Books that Spark," we talk with writer/teacher Sara Chinakwe about her new book You Come from Greatness and about building a heritage through the stories we tell our children.
S3 Ep 137Episode 137 - Celebrating Irish American Heritage and Women's History Month
In this episode of "Books that Spark," we look at some books celebrating Irish Heritage and many books with great women heroines. We share some silly books, some serious books, and several books with clever critical-thinking heroes who find creative ways to solve problems. For show notes and links, go to terriehellardbrown.com.
S3 Ep 136Episode 136-Biographies and the Power of Testimony
In this episode of "Books that Spark," we look at picture book biographies to help encourage and challenge our children to do amazing, world-changing things. Biographies are basically testimonies of what people and God have done. They are powerful in discipling our children.
S3 Ep 135Episode 135 - Avoiding New Age and Progressive Picture Books and Parenting Books
In this episode we look at some new picture books and books for parents that teach New Age and Progressive theology. Picture books reflect the culture in which they are written, and we need to know what books contain before buying them and gifting them to others. We look at several of these books and a few books with solid Christian theology. For links and transcript, go to terriehellardbrown.com
S3 Ep 134Episode 134-Glenys Nellist Interview and Helping Our Children Know God Is Always with Them
This week we talk with our long-time friend, author Glenys Nellist. I believe this is her fourth interview with us. Glenys is a prolific writer and has books coming out regularly. She loves sharing God's love with children. Next week her next book launches, and we get to talk about it. For links and transcript, go to terriehellardbrown.com
S3 Ep 133Episode 133-Laura Sassi Interview and Helping Children Delight in God's Word
In this episode we talk with Laura Sassi about her newest book My Tender Heart Bible and her other books that help children delight in the truths of God's word. You can read the show notes and find links at terriehellardbrown.com
S3 Ep 132Episode 132: Dennis Conrad Interview and the Importance of "In God We Trust"
In this episode we talk with Dennis Conrad, author of the new "In God We Trust" Series of books. His first book is a great story of faith from the Civil War era about the Two Cent Piece coin. For transcript and links, go to TerrieHellardBrown.com.
S3 Ep 132Episode 132: Dennis Conrad Interview and the Importance of "In God We Trust"
In this episode we talk with Dennis Conrad, author of the new "In God We Trust" Series of books. His first book is a great story of faith from the Civil War era about the Two Cent Piece coin. For transcript and links, go to TerrieHellardBrown.com.
S3 Ep 131Episode 131-Teaching Our Children to Pray
In this episode we look at three fantastic books on prayer for children and my favorite book on prayer for adults. For the transcript and links, go to terriehellardbrown.com
S3 Ep 130Episode 130-Interview with Harold Senkbeil
In this episode we continue interviewing the writers of the Fat Cat Series of children's books. This week we talk with pastor and author Harold Senkbeil and discuss discipling the next generation and holding on to faith in troubled times. For transcript and links, go to terriehellardbrown.com
S3 Ep 129Episode 129-Interview with Natasha Kennedy and the Beauty of the Gospel
This week we interview author/illustrator Natasha Kennedy. She's the illustrator for the Fat Cat series of books we discussed last week. Her focus and hope is that the beauty of the Gospel is seen in everything she writes and illustrates.
S3 Ep 129Episode 129-Interview with Natasha Kennedy and the Beauty of the Gospel
This week we interview author/illustrator Natasha Kennedy. She's the illustrator for the Fat Cat series of books we discussed last week. Her focus and hope is that the beauty of the Gospel is seen in everything she writes and illustrates.
S3 Ep 128Episode 128-Interview with Todd R. Rains and Discipling Children
We are back! We took a bit of a break, and then we took a bit of a COVID break beyond our planned vacation, but we are back now with some great interviews for you. This week we talk with Todd R. Hains who is a writer and editor and dad. He's got some great pointers and ideas for truly discipling our children well. For links and transcript, go to terriehellardbrown.com
S3 Ep 127Episode 127-Interview with Jean Matthew Hall and Announcing StarLight Magazine
In this episode we interview Jean Matthew Hall about her new adventure in publishing StarLight Magazine - a new magazine for children and families. For more information, show notes, and links go to terriehellardbrown.com
S3 Ep 126Episode 126: Advent and Christmas Kick-Off: Reading Together through the Holidays
In this episode we talk about all things Advent and how to make this a special time with our families as we celebrate the birth of Christ. In order to prepare for Advent, we are sharing this early in the season so we can all be ready to go on December 1st. For links and transcript, so to TerrieHellardBrown.com
S3 Ep 126Episode 126: Advent and Christmas Kick-Off: Reading Together through the Holidays
In this episode we talk about all things Advent and how to make this a special time with our families as we celebrate the birth of Christ. In order to prepare for Advent, we are sharing this early in the season so we can all be ready to go on December 1st. For links and transcript, so to TerrieHellardBrown.com
S3 Ep 125Episode 125-Marianne Hering Interview and Helping History Come Alive
In this episode we talk with Marianne Hering and her fun books that make history come to life for older elementary children. For show notes and links go to terriehellardbrown.com
S3 Ep 124Episode 124-Bonnie Rose Interview and Praying for the Persecuted Church with Our Children
In this episode we interview Bonnie Rose and discuss her wonderful home school curriculum she provides. We also discuss how to pray for and talk about Christian persecution with our children. The first two Sundays of November each year are IDOP, International Days of Prayer for the Persecuted Church. Resources are linked in the show notes to help you, your family, and your church pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters.
S3 Ep 123Episode 123-Interview with Valerie Fentress and Helping Children Understand Their Identity in Christ
In this episode we visit with Valerie Fentress about her books and helping our children embrace and understand their identity in Christ, the power of fairy tales, and finding good books for boys to read. For show notes and links, go to terriehellardbrown.com
S3 Ep 122Episode 122-Interview with Amanda Siebert about Mama Sing My Song
In this episode we talk with Amanda Siebert about her new book and ministry of writing special songs specific for each child.
S3 Ep 121Episode 121-Interview with Davy Liu and Creating a Thirst for God's Word
In this episode we talk with Davy Liu, former Disney animator, about his books, films and dreams for the future and his desire to create a thirst for God's word in children's lives. For transcript and links to go terriehellardbrown.com
S3 Ep 120Episode 120: Helping Our Children Defeat Fear
In this week's episode we look at some great ways to defeat fear and some great books to help along the way. For show notes and links, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/
S3 Ep 119Episode 119 - September Emphases of Cranio-Facial Acceptance Month and Hispanic Heritage Month
In this episode we discuss two of the topics emphasized in the month of September and some great books that go along with them: Craniofacial Awareness and Hispanic Heritage. Plus we have a giveaway! Check it out, enter the giveaway, and find links at terriehellardbrown.com
S3 Ep 118Ep 118-Back to School and Helping Our Children Be Compassionate Classmates
In this episode we look at some back-to-school books that will help our children think about being compassionate and caring toward others, seeing needs and meeting them.
S3 Ep 117Episode 117 - Discussion on A Wolf Story and Our New Book Club
In this episode we discuss a wonderful novel for older elementary through young adult ages. It is included in this month's book club featured in our monthly newsletter. If you do not receive our newsletter, you can join our mailing list at terriehellardbrown.com. This is also where you'll find show notes and links.
S3 Ep 116Episode 116 - Interview with Laura Alary
In this episode we talk with Laura Alary about her new book that launches today: Here-The Dot We Call Home and her many other books. For show notes and links go to terriehellardbrown.com
S3 Ep 115Episode 115: Introducing the "Books that Spark" Book Club
In this episode of "Books that Spark," we introduce our new Book Club! To be a part, you can sign up for our mailing list at terriehellardbrown.com. You will also find show notes with links there too.
S3 Ep 114Episode 114 - Interview with Glenys Nellist
In this episode we visit with Glenys Nellist who has three wonderful books launching in August and September. One is specifically for the start of school: Little Mole Goes to School. Find the transcript and links at terriehellardbrown.com
S3 Ep 113Episode 113 - Understanding and Ministering to Third Culture Kids with Kathy Gross and Teresa Rowland, part 3
In this third part of our conversation about Third Culture Kids, we discuss some more of the challenges and benefits of raising children overseas.
S3 Ep 112Episode 112 - Interview with Kathy Gross and Teresa Rowland about Globally Mobil Kids
This week we continue the conversation with Kathy Gross and Teresa Rowland about understanding Third Culture Kids.
S3 Ep 111Episode 111: Understanding and Ministering to Third Culture Kids
This episode is Part 1 of a discussion and interview with two of my best friends who have worked with third culture kids overseas. In this part of the conversation we talk about education options when living overseas and ministering to TCK's when they return to their home country. If you have any questions, please post them on the blog post where the show notes are at terriehellardbrown.com
S3 Ep 110Episode 110 - Enjoying the Fun of Wordless Books with Our Children
In this episode we explore the world of wordless picture books. It is a fun genre that allows our children to practice telling stories and helps them explore visual details in the illustrations.
S3 Ep 109Episode 109 - Interview with Eliabeth Urbanowicz and Helping Kids Think Criticallly - Part 2
In this episode we continue our conversation with Elizabeth Urbanowicz, founder and CEO of Foundation Worldview and helping our children learn to think critically while building a Christian world view.
S3 Ep 108Episode 108 - Interview with Elizabeth Urbanowicz and Helping Kids Think Critically
In this episode we talk with Elizabeth Urbanowicz, founder and CEO of Foundation Worldview. She's an educator and apologist who has written curriculum to help children grow in their critical thinking skills and in creating a Biblical worldview.
S3 Ep 107Episode 107 - Interview with Kathleen Long Bostrom about the Newbery Medal
This starts our 3rd year of "Books that Spark!" In this episode we chat again with author Kathleen Long Bostrom about the prestigious Newbery Medal awarded each year to a children's author. Check out the show notes for extra info and links at https://terriehellardbrown.com/category/podcast-transcripts/
S2 Ep 106Episode 106 - Budget-Friendly Ideas for Buying Books and Blessing Authors
In this episode we look at ways to conserve money while still blessing authors in their work and our children with great books.
S2 Ep 105Episode 105 - Interview with Meredith Lesney and Encouraging Children to Work Toward Their Dreams
In this episode we talk with Meredith Lesney about her book on adoption and family called Spaghetti and Meatball and about encouraging children to work toward their dreams. For show notes and links go to terriehellardbrown.com
S2 Ep 104Episode 104 - Interview with Sara Barratt and Calling this Generation to Glorify Christ
In this episode we chat with Sara Barratt who has written two great books for teens and young adults. For links and transcript go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/category/podcast-transcripts/
S2 Ep 103Episode 103 - Interview with Kathleen Long Bostrom and Helping Our Children Navigate Their Faith
In this episode, we visit with author Kathleen Long Bostrom about her books for kids and parents. For the transcript and links, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/category/podcast-transcripts/ Also, check out our giveaway! We'll give away two of Kathleen's books. Enter by commenting on the blog at the link above or by commenting in the private Facebook Discussion Group.
S2 Ep 102Episode 102 - Interview with Margaux Krause and Shepherding Our Children
In this episode we visit with Margaux Krause about her debut devotional book for moms which launches today and her blog for helping moms navigate shepherding their children. For the transcript and links, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/category/podcast-transcripts/
S2 Ep 101Episode 101 - Interview with C. S. Fritz and Stories of Redemption
In this episode we interview C S Fritz about his intriguing books for upper elementary and middle school children. We also talk about his horror novel (which is being made into a movie!) and stories of redemption. You can find the links and show notes at https://terriehellardbrown.com/category/podcast-transcripts/
S2 Ep 100Episode 100 - Why We Love Books that Spark Conversations and 100-Book Giveaway
In this episode we celebrate our 100th Episode by looking at books that also celebrate 100s and by announcing a 100-book giveaway. We also talk about why this podcast started and what is at the heart of it all--books that spark important conversations with our kids. For the show notes, transcript, and links go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/category/podcast-transcripts/
S2 Ep 99Episode 99 - Interview with Jena Matthew Hall and the Encouraging Picture Book Experience
In this episode we talk with Jean Matthew Hall about picture books, writing, and helping other authors. For links and transcript go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/category/podcast-transcripts/
S2 Ep 98Episode 98 - Interview with Cassie Rajewich and Teaching Our Children about Money
In this episode we talk with Cassie Rajewich about money matters and how to help our children learn about money. Cassie shares three practical tips to help us start today. Show notes and link are available at https://terriehellardbrown.com/category/podcast-transcripts/