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Supplement Your Homeschool Curriculum With Focus Resources

Homeschool curriculum options for the Christian family that are free or low cost.

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Is Homeschooling The Best For Me And My Kids?

Let’s be honest: Homeschooling isn’t for everyone. Here is a look at what homeschooling is, and several ways to determine if it’s best for your family.

Smart stepparenting is important when blending families

The Guide to Smart Stepparenting

Many people assume that stepparenting is the sole responsibility of the stepparent. On the contrary, it is a two-person task.

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Sticking With Your Teen: Having to Say You’re Sorry

The most powerful words we can say to our kids (“I’m sorry”) are also the most humbling – and sometimes the most painful.

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Celebrate Lent with Your Kids this Easter

Interesting history, fun activities, and meaningful ways to prepare, reflect, and renew your hearts together.

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The Vicious Truth About Drug Addiction And Alcoholism

Read about the dangers of drugs and alcohol, what the Bible has to say about getting high, how a teen can help a friend involved in substance abuse and resources for drug abuse.

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Keeping Your Kids Healthy Year Round

Washing your hands early and often, along with these other practical tips, will help prevent the spread of illness, and will help keep your family healthy.

How to get your baby to sleep well is a common question

How To Get Your Baby To Sleep Well

Although, March 1 is officially designated as National Baby Sleep Day, parents who have been sleep-deprived are all too aware of the importance of adequate sleep.

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How to Repent: A Guide to Forgiveness for your Kids

God cares far more about our response after we sin. Luckily, He’s created an opportunity for us to choose repentance and forgiveness after we sin.

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Help Your Teen Overcome Overwhelming and Powerful Sexual Thoughts

We can look at statistics all day, but the true stories that impact real people often contain the deepest impact. In a moment, we’ll follow the paths of two young men who recall their experiences, which are affected by the navigation of sexual thoughts. As you read, consider how you might process these situations, your …

What Is Faith?

Help kids understand what faith — a God-given gift — really is!

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God … the Father?

Have earthly fathers helped or hurt your view of God as your Father?

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Kids Want A Voice In Their Schooling

Recess! Report cards! (And other basic human rights)! Give your kids a place to voice their needs in the home-school experience.

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How To Transform From Fearful To Fearless Parent

Parenting from a base of fear creates prison guards or permissive parents. Max Lucado demonstrates a better way: entrusting our kids to Christ.

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Make the Most of Time With Dad

Spending one-on-one time with kids allows for a deeper connection between Dads and children.

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Sexual Attraction: Guiding Your Son to Respond Well

Has your son recently discovered that his reaction to girls is changing? Sexual attraction is normal. Here’s how you can help your son make sense of what is happening and guide him to respond well.

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How to Stop Haggling Over Your Child’s Homework

Create a homework plan based on your child’s learning style.

Help your child keep a strong faith while in college

Help Your Young Adult Keep Their Faith Strong In College

College-bound kids and their faith have never been more threatened. As a parent, you can make sure they are already connected in community.

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How to Talk to Preteens About Sex

Talking to your preteen about sex can feel overwhelming, but it’s a conversation that needs to happen sooner than you think.

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Can Babies Be Addicted to Screens?

Have you ever wondered if your baby is addicted to screens?