The first seven years of a child's life are a time of incredible growth and development. How can we create an atmosphere of learning and wellbeing during these crucial years? 

In this episode, Carole talks with Rachel Winchester about some of the things she's done with her three children during the preschool years.

You'll hear about: 

• favorite books for the preschool years
• enriching your children's spiritual life
• developing a daily rhythm
• ideas for family worship
• how Psalty helps in discipleship
• the significance of the first seven years
• a pattern for discipline
• what God desires for our children

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Click HERE to get Carole's seminar, "Let the Little Children Come"

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Does your family know Psalty, the singing songbook?

Ernie and Debbie Rettino created Psalty as they ministered to the children at Calvary Chapel in the early 1980s. Now, their music continues to disciple children and teach them the Christian faith in an accessible, joyful way.

Carole interviews the Rettinos about how they created Psalty, the different albums they recorded over the years, and some of our favorite songs.

If you want to get the Psalty cds for your children, visit their website HERE. You can also listen to some of the Psalty albums on Spotify!

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In this episode, Carole continues her conversation with her son, J.J. Seid. This time, they focus on the issue of social media, and how we can gain discernment to live wisely in the world.

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Lots of parents are feeling overwhelmed in the face of the type of questions their children are coming home with. What used to feel like a lazy river now feels like a raging river!

How can parents disciple their children in a divided age?

In this episode, I talk with my son, J.J. Seid, about resources to help parents disciple their children in a divided age.

This is part one of a two part conversation with J.J., and next week, we'll be back with part two!

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In this episode, Carole finishes reading The Miraculous Pitcher by Nathaniel Hawthorne. This is a retelling of an ancient tale from the Ovid. 

Be sure to listen to episode 130 to hear the first part of this story! 

For more read aloud episodes, listen to episode 111, 114, and 118.

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Did you ever wonder why in the book of Acts Paul and Silas were thought to be gods when they were in Lystra?

Carole reads a beautiful story that comes from Greek mythology. Originally from “The Metamorphosis”,  here Carole reads from a retelling by Nathaniel Hawthorne under the title “The Miraculous Pitcher.”

For more read-aloud episodes, listen to episodes 111, 114, and 118.

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Carole's assistant, Rachel, joins her to answer a few commonly asked questions! 

In this episode, you'll hear about:

• Ideas for spending time outside in less than ideal weather
• Bringing grandparents into parenting your child
• Tips for teaching a second language through immersion

To learn more about Carole's approach to homeschooling, click HERE to get her basic seminar, A Literature Based Approach to Education!

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It’s pretty easy to see how being in the wilderness benefits boys, but is there any benefit for girls?

In this episode, Carole talks with Jen Sutton at the Coldwater Foundation about  why women need wilderness experiences as well.

Jen shares her own personal story which will delight you!

To learn more about Coldwater and the different programs they offer for children, young adults, and families visit their website HERE.

Click HERE to find resources on getting children outside in nature in Carole‘s online store!

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What is essential to developing a robust faith?

Of course, a personal relationship with God matters, but sometimes that gets distilled down to spirituality separate from faithful participation in the local church.

Carole talks with pastor Dean Inserra about why we need the local church.

If we want our families to love God and follow Him, we need to order our way rightly!

In this episode, you'll hear about: 

• Why the Church is essential for the Christian life
• Ways to encourage your children to be in a youth group
• How we can support and encourage our pastors
• Tips for picking a church that fits your family

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Do you want to share with your children the stories of how God is working in the world today?

Look no further than the Christian biographies written by Rebecca Davis!

Carole speaks with Rebecca about her Hidden Heroes series, how the books developed, and why they are must-reads for everyone!

Learn more about Rebecca Davis's books HERE.

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