Sparking Everyday Discipleship

In this episode we look at some comforting books that help children feel secure and to help them deal with fear. We also talk briefly about Halloween. For a full transcript with links, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/category/podcast-transcripts/

In this episode we discuss books appropriate for children who are grieving the loss of a sibling through miscarriage or infant death. We also have some special books for the parents and family to use in creating remembrances for the baby that was lost. For links and show notes, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/category/podcast-transcripts/

In this episode we take a break from our usual format to discuss pregnancy loss and infant loss with Rachel Lewis. This week we look at books and information for the parents and those who want to minister to families who are grieving. Next week we will discuss books that will help children going through these types of losses. For show notes and links, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we continue our interview with Nadia. She shares some encouraging insights for helping our children become more compassionate toward others and some great books to bless your kids. For links and show notes go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode, we get to hear from Nadia Swearingen-Friesen, a speaker, writer, and teacher who shares some great information for parents. We discuss her system for helping our children internalize discipline, making memories at Easter and Christmas, and the importance of getting our kids outdoors. For show notes, links, and other information, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we share several resources and some great books for supplementing and teaching Language Arts education with your children and having fun with language. For links and the transcript to the show, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we talk with Glenys Nellist, author of many board books and picture books that inspire wonder and curiosity in children about God and His wonderful world. For show notes and links, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this continuation of our Back-to-School series, we look at several great books and resources for helping our children love geography, history, and social studies. For a transcript and links from the podcast, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/ You can also leave comments there on each blog post. We would love to hear from you!

In this episode Annette Whipple, author of Whoo Knew! The Truth About Owls and other great non-fiction books, shares with us. For links and show notes, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we continue with the theme of "Back to School" and look at some great picture books and devotional books about science. For links and a transcript to this episode, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

This is first in a series "Books that Spark" is doing on Back to School emphasizing great books for each subject area in school. In this episode we look at picture books and resources that promote math skills and encourage children to enjoy math. Included in the show notes are helpful links for parents as well. You can find the show notes and helpful links on my blog at https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we discuss some writers whose birthdays are in August. Then we discuss building a legacy for our children. Please Note: We had some pretty terrible sound issues on this episode. I almost didn't post it because of that, but I want you to have the links and resources shared in the episode. Please excuse the sound problems. We are so sorry.

In this episode I talk with Danielle Hitchen, author of the Baby Believer series of board books and founder of Catechesis Books. We discuss starting discipling our children from the time they are babies. For the links to some great books and a transcript of the program, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we discuss the interesting life of Beatrix Potter and her wonderful children's books. We also discuss picture books about the earth, conservation, and nature, and a book for Christian parents about environmentalism. For show notes, links, and podcast transcript go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we discuss the great books that E. B. White wrote and the theme of friendship. We also discuss some wonderful picture books about friendship. And we finish with talking about Jesus who calls us His friends. For links and show notes, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode I interview author Marci Seither. We discuss parenting and schooling, grandparenting and passing on the legacy of faith, and some great books you'll want to check out. For the transcript and links go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

This episode begins our second year of "Books that Spark." In this episode we focus mostly on some wonderful books to help us as parents, grandparents, and caregivers in discipling our children and growing in our own faith. For transcript and links, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we check out some cookbooks and picture books that are about cooking or include recipes. It's a celebration of STEAM activities, cultures around the world, making memories, and preserving family histories. For links and the transcript, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we celebrate the genius of Eric Carle's books and illustrations. This week would have been his 92nd birthday. He passed away in May, but he has left a legacy of great children's books for our children to love. For links and the transcript, please go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we explore fun books about dads and Father's Day and some great books for Mom and Dad too. For links and the show transcript, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we explore fun books about dads and Father's Day and some great books for Mom and Dad too. For links and the show transcript, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we discuss the joys of vacations and staycations and taking hold of those special teachable moments and defining moments that our times together can create. For links and the transcript to this episode, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we explore some great books about gardens, gardeners, and how to create gardens together with our kids. For a transcript of the show and links, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we share some great books for helping our kids honor our fallen soldiers, learn more about America, and prepare for Independence Day. For the script and links, please go to my blog at terriehellardbrown.com

May 23 is Margaret Wise Brown's birthday. In this episode we look at some of the many great books she wrote that have entertained children for three generations. For the transcript and links go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we discuss several wonderful books for children and parents written by Asian Americans. For links and the show transcript, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we look at some great books about awesome teachers and some fun Mother's Day books. For the transcript and links go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we discuss nursery rhymes, satire, and silly stories. For links and the show transcript, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we look at great poetry books, anthologies, and poetry writing activities. For links and transcript, please go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we explore books and ideas to give busy parents a break, help our kids develop independent learning, and end the school year successfully. For the transcript and links go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we celebrate Hans Christian Anderson's birthday and look at fairytales from around the world. Plus we discuss the true happily ever after we have in Christ. For the transcript and links, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode I share some lesson plan ideas and some great books about crayons and colors. For the transcript, links, and files, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we look at books about Easter for our kids and a couple for parents that will help us celebrate the gift of salvation Jesus gave us through His death and resurrection. For a transcript and links for the episode, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we share books celebrating St. Patrick's Day and Irish Heritage and books that help us in the areas t. Patrick valued most: praying, sharing the Gospel, and Knowing God. For links and a transcript of the episode, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we interview author Xochitl Dixon who wrote Different Life Me. To see the transcript and handy links for books and website mentioned in the episode, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we interview author Xochitl Dixon who wrote Different Like Me. To see the transcript and handy links for books and website mentioned in the episode, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we discuss several of Dr. Seuss's books and a few fun ways to use them. For the transcript and links, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we discuss some great books for celebrating Black History Month, but we also discuss some important books for parents to read to equip themselves for having important conversations about race. On my website terriehellarbrown.com you'll find a transcript for the episode, links for the books discussed, and several links to resources you may want to check out.

In this episode we discuss books to help us prepare for and celebrate Easter, understand Lent, and discuss tips for sharing the Gospel with young children. To access links and read the transcript, please go to my blog at terriehellardbrown.com

In this episode we discuss books to help us prepare for and celebrate Easter, understand Lent, and discuss tips for sharing the Gospel with young children. To access links and read the transcript, please go to my blog at terriehellardbrown.com

In this episode we look at books about love and enjoy some fun books that celebrate Valentine's Day. We also look at some great books for both parents and children about God's love. To see the transcript and handy links to the books discussed, please go to terriehellardbrown.com

In this episode we look at books for celebrating the 100th day of school and books that celebrate words. To see the transcript and handy links to the books discussed, please go to terriehellardbrown.com

In this episode we look at books that help our children understand problem-solving and critical thinking as we celebrate Puzzle Day, Lego Day, and Lewis Carroll's birthday. To see the transcript and handy links to the books discussed, please go to terriehellardbrown.com

In this episode we look at A. A. Milne's Winnie the Pooh books and other books about friendship and best friends. To see the transcript and links to the books discussed, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we discuss Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy. We also look at books that help children learn to stand up for others in helpful and creative ways. To see the transcript and links to the books, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we look at books that help create conversations leading to defining moments when we can encourage our children to be who God created them to be. For the transcript and links to the books covered in this episode, please go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we look at stories about missionaries and other heroes of faith as we end 2020 with a challenge to pray for our brothers and sisters around the world working to carry the Gospel to those who do not yet know Christ. You can find the full manuscript, links to books discussed, and other links at https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we look at books to help our children when they are grieving and are dealing with difficult emotions. You can find the full manuscript, links to books discussed, and other links at https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode, we discuss great bedtime stories to help our kids go to sleep, some excellent resources for parents trying to help their kids sleep through the night, and other resources for parents to take time to rest in God's presence. For details of this episode--books recommended and transcript, go to https://terriehellardbrown.com/blog/

In this episode we look at several books about other cultures and books for and about TCK's (Third Culture Kids). Books Discussed in This Episode: Transcript: Welcome to "Books that Spark" a podcast for parents and caregivers, celebrating books, that spark imagination, emotion, questions, and discussion, leading to teachable moments with our kids. I have some great books to share with you today. They are so fun to read, and they're about multiculturalism, about traveling, these are good for third culture kids. I'm going to just go through these. These are some of my favorite picture books. One is called Rice and Rocks by Sandra L. Richards illustrated by Megan Kayleigh Sullivan. And this is about a little boy who eats rice and beans all the time. And he calls them rice and rocks. Jasper is his companion, and he is a Congo African gray parrot. It's told in the first person by this little boy, and his friends are coming over. They're serving rice and beans, and he's embarrassed even though that's his traditional Jamaican dish that they do on Sundays. His bird friend teaches him differently. His bird takes him on an adventure, and they go to different countries. And in each country you get introduced to a different bird and you get introduce to a different meal that the people of that country eat, that includes rice and beans or rice and rocks. And so that goes through the whole story and it teaches you all these different recipes, all these different dishes from different countries. And then at the end, his friends all talk about how much they love his rice and rocks because at their house, when they're having a celebration, they eat this kind of food too. And when they're, you know, it reminds them of this, and it reminds them of that. And it just is so much fun to help a child recognize that they can embrace their culture, not be embarrassed by it, and enjoy the foods that are native to their country and culture. And that we're also not that different around the world. We all kind of appreciate the same things, and we celebrate our meals together. Different meals have different meanings. And I mean, every culture is that way in one way or another. It's just a very cute book. Another one (I have several about food) is called How My Parents Learned to Eat by Ina R. Friedman and illustrated by Allen Say. This is about a mom who is Japanese and a dad who is American. Then when they start dating, they don't go to eat anywhere because he doesn't know how to use chopsticks, and she's afraid to try to use a fork and knife. Finally, they talk about it, and they wind up learning to eat each other's way. The man learns to use chopsticks and the girl learns to use a fork and knife, and they learn to appreciate each other's culture. And then of course, they get married and have a little girl named Ina. I love it because, of course, our family learned to use chopsticks. And I think they're way better to use than the forks and knives. But anyway— This other one is a beautiful book called My Breakfast with Jesus, written by Tina Cho, illustrated by Guy Wolek. It is worshiping God around the world. It quotes at the beginning, Deuteronomy 12 seven. There you shall eat before the Lord, your God, and you shall rejoice you and your households in all that you undertake in which the Lord your God has blessed you. And in the first part of the story, it talks about when Jesus met with the disciples at the seashore and he fixed breakfast for them after his crucifixion in John 21, it shows different places around the world and how they have breakfast and how in each situation they have what they eat. But the similarity in every situation is that they pray and thank God for their food. Then it talks about each of the meals that are presented. It doesn't give the actual recipe, but tells you about them and the name of the dish. So if someone wanted to look up how to make them, they could, I'm only sad that they don't have my favorite breakfast in here from Asia, but that's okay. Let me read you a short excerpt from one of the pages. It says, "Coffee diluted with milk warms Mariana's mug in Brazil. Her friends stop by so they can walk to school together. They gulp down ham and cheese with bread and pray together over school. A peppy way to start the day. A breakfast blessing." And then it has a side note. "Some Brazilian children drink coffee, which parents believe help them stay alert throughout the day. Brazil is the largest producer of coffee in the world." And on each page too, as they describe the different breakfasts, it has an adjective, "a peppy way to start the day," "a loving way to start the day," "a sweet way to start the day." And so, I liked that as well, because I love words and language. Another lovely book by Dorena Williamson illustrated by Cornelius Van Wright, and Ying Hwa-Hu is Colorfull (with two L's) Celebrating the Colors God Gave Us. And this one is more a multicultural book about the different colors around us,