Parenting is the hardest job in the world... right? Look here for resources that will give Biblical and practical instruction for every stage you may experience with your kids. Also some cool links for your preteens and teens who are looking for something besides what the world has to offer.
Check out these resources for you and your family:
PARENTS
Parenting Today's Adolescent, by Dennis and Barbara Rainey
Your Girl, Raising a Godly Daughter in an Ungodly World, by Vicki Courtney
Bringing Up Boys, by Dr. James Dobson
Building a Successful Family, by Dr. Jerry Pipes
Focus on the Family's website, www.family.org, has articles, help lines, books and tapes on issues such as parenting, marriage, teens, public policy, finances, and more.
Plugged In, www.pluggedinonline.com, a magazine and website for parents and teens that offer reviews and discussions of various kinds of entertainment (music, tv, movies, videos), sparking intellectual thought, family discussion, and spiritual growth.
TEENS
Brio Magazine, www.briomag.com, an exciting magazine and website that teaches, entertains and challenges teen girls toward a healthy self-concept and closer relationship with Jesus Christ.
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reakaway Magazine, www.breakawaymag.com, is a magazine and website all about teen guys and what they're into - sports, adventure, music, girls, faith and technology.www.virtuousreality.com, a website for teen girls with lots of fun and Godly advice about beauty, relationships, real life, etc.
www.pinecove.com, for opportunities to spend time away in the outdoors at children and family camps.