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Many powerful voices are influencing our grandchildren, from those at home and in their schools to those in the world of entertainment and media. What can you as a grandparent do to speak wisdom and godliness into their lives? Grandparenting gives you a biblical foundation for investing spiritually in your grandkids, walking you through the principles of influencing them for Christ - from sharing with unbelieving grandkids to discipling them into a mature faith. This book is perfect for individual use, small groups, or Sunday school classes.

Hi, I’m Gayle Veitenheimer. Every week, I offer practical hands-on activities to help grandparents enthusiastically share their faith with their grandkids. Seminary-trained, so you don’t have to be, I bring fresh ideas for teaching Scripture and principles from God’s Word. I’ll share prayers for intercession and ways to build character and connection with your grandchildren. I hope to give you a voice because staying silent places future generations at risk. As an author, I weave my passion for Scripture with my calling to write by crafting adventurous tales and creative non-fiction ...

From the winner of the Roald Dahl Funny Prize, the Red House Children's Book Award, the Waterstones Children's Book Prize and the Blue Peter Best Story Book Award 2013 comes the 14th instalment in the brilliant Tom Gates series! Tom Gates and his hilarious adventures are back! Can Tom and DogZombies write a new hit song, get a peek at Delia's top secret diary and complete his doodle-a-day mission?

A response to all those grandmother books with flowers and puppies on the cover, Grandma Rules is a book for the hip, baby boomer grandma who realizes that after all the work she put into her own kids, she can take a break and have fun with her grandkids. A perfect gift for the greatest grandmothers you know, this book is laugh-out-loud funny while offering useful insights and tips on how to embrace the world’s greatest job.

Fourteen years ago, Mike Milligan learned he would become a grandfather for the first time. He was surprised to find that there was little or no information available on what it means to be a grandfather, how to make the most of the experience, and how to be the best grandfather possible. Sure, there were shelves of books dedicated to grandmothers - all with cuddly covers depicting spring bouquets or gentle little lambs. But there was not a single book that spoke to him, a 64-year-old grandfather-to-be. It struck him that there were countless other grandfathers out there experiencing this same feeling of neglect.

Many powerful voices are influencing our grandchildren, from those at home and in their schools to those in the world of entertainment and media. What can you as a grandparent do to speak wisdom and godliness into their lives? Biblical Grandparenting is a full-length leadership book that places grandparenting ministry on a firm scriptural foundation. It is ideal for pastors and church leaders, as well as for use in the classroom at seminaries.

In this practical and biblical resource for grandparents, Larry McCall helps listeners confidently carry out their mission of gospel-focused grandparenting. Grandparenting with Grace explores how to build a legacy of a life worth following and how to faithfully pray for grandchildren. What does God say about grandparents and grandchildren? Rather than relying on personal stories and ideas alone, Grandparenting with Grace seeks to explain from Scripture the "what", "why", "who", and "how" of grandparenting.

In Long-Distance Grandparenting, you'll learn how to make the most of the opportunities you do have to connect with your grandchildren. You will also learn - how to pray for your grandkids more effectively - ways to use technology to keep your relationship strong - great ideas for grandkid visits, holidays, and special occasions. More important, you'll find practical tools and encouragement to connect with your grandchildren so that you can share God's love and invest in their faith like never before!

In the heartwarming guide Grandparenting with a Blank Slate, Dr. Ray Francis offers invaluable insights and practical advice for today's grandparents seeking to forge deep, meaningful relationships with their grandchildren. Drawing from his extensive experience in family ministry and education, as well as his personal experience as a grandparent, Dr. Francis presents a compelling narrative that celebrates the unique role grandparents play in shaping the lives of the next generation. He weaves together ideas, strategies, and personal examples of how to connect grandparents with their ...

Hosted by Jim and Corinne from the Grannies Go Digital Blog. This podcast updates grandparenting into the 21st century. Things have changed since we raised our children. There are new ways to parent, new technologies, new worries, and new ways to stay connected. We explore everything from distance grandparenting to activities that will keep your grandchildren happy, and talk about any problems or issues that might occur. Our goal is for you to have engaging and rewarding relationships with all your grandchildren near and far as well as their families. Grannies Go Digital is a place to ...

Official podcast of the Legacy Coalition, a ministry for Christian grandparents

Die Rauhnächte zwischen Weihnachten und Dreikönigstag sind eine Zeit voller Magie, Besinnung und Neuanfänge. Valentin Kirschgruber lädt Familien ein, diese besondere Zeit kindgerecht und spielerisch zu erleben. Hören Sie verständlichen Anleitungen für die ganze Familie: • zauberhafte Geschichten zum Vorlesen • kindgerechte Fantasiereisen • einfache Rezepte • und kreative Bastelideen. Jede der zwölf Rauhnächte wird zu einem unvergesslichen Erlebnis, das die Fantasie anregt und die familiäre Verbundenheit stärkt.

Egal ob lange ersehnt oder völlig unerwartet? Wenn Ihr Kind ein Kind bekommt, finden Sie sich plötzlich in einer völlig neuen Rolle wieder: Sie werden Großeltern und eine spannende Zeit liegt vor Ihnen! Doch die Erziehung Ihrer eigenen Kinder ist schon lange her und Sie wissen gar nicht mehr so richtig, wie Sie mit Babys und Kleinkindern umgehen sollen? Keine Sorge, dieses Buch zeigt Ihnen, wie Sie Ihre Familie unterstützen können, ohne selbst dabei zu kurz zu kommen und wie Sie von Anfang an eine wunderbare Beziehung zu Ihrem Enkel aufbauen.

Für eine innige Beziehung zum Enkelkind. Viele Großeltern wünschen sich mehr Zeit mit ihren Enkeln, doch häufig ist das Verhältnis zur neuen Elterngeneration aufgrund unterschiedlicher Ansichten zu Haushalt, Erziehung oder Berufstätigkeit angespannt. Die Autorin erklärt, welche Reibungspunkte von Großeltern vermieden oder auf welche Art sie direkt angesprochen werden sollten, und hilft bei einer Wiederannäherung. Sie ermutigt Großeltern warmherzig und anschaulich, ihren Platz in der Familie zu finden und auszufüllen.

Mother, mother-in-law, grandmother - the Pulitzer-winning columnist and #1 bestselling author reflects on the roles we play throughout our lives, sharing personal stories and advice on the special joys and complexities of middle age. Before blogs even existed, Anna Quindlen became a go-to writer on the joys and challenges of family, motherhood, and modern life, in her nationally syndicated column. Now she’s taking the next step and going full Nana in this lively, beautiful, and moving book about being a grandmother, and much more.

Packed with suggestions and reassurance, Wonderful Ways to Love a Child and Wonderful Ways to Love a Grandchild are delightful, down-to-earth guides for parents and grandparents who want to put love into action and give their children and grandchildren the very best start in life.

Making memories and fostering relationships with our grandchildren in the midst of a fast-moving culture isn't easy, and a legacy that lasts isn't crafted overnight. So how do we as grandparents cultivate strong, meaningful relationships with the children we adore? Start with The Mindful Grandparent. Through inspired ideas teamed with simple practices and engaging stories, it covers wide-ranging topics such as cultivating curiosity, helping children explore difficult topics, honoring adult children's boundaries, and managing technology. Let it be your guide and refuge.

There’s a quiet epidemic in our culture: The fastest-growing type of family unit is grandparents charged with the task of raising their children’s children. Though there are myriad reasons for this—the death of one’s adult child, parental drug addiction, abusive living situations, or incarceration, to name a few—the effects tend to be the same: senior citizens who expected to spend their golden years relaxing or traveling are now seeing their dreams dashed. Those on limited incomes are feeling the strain and are frightened about their futures.

Oggi i nonni sono più importanti che nel passato: vivono di più e in buona salute e quindi si allungano gli anni di vita condivisa con le generazioni più giovani; le relazioni con i nipoti diventano più strette e affettuose, fondandosi su un rapporto di cura che permette anche alle madri di lavorare fuori casa; infine i nonni rappresentano spesso un ancoraggio sicuro nei momenti di crisi e cambiamento della famiglia, come una separazione, un divorzio, una migrazione.

In this inspiring series of letters to his grandchildren, David Suzuki offers grandfatherly advice mixed with stories from his own remarkable life and explores what makes life meaningful. He challenges his grandchildren - and us - to do everything at full tilt. He explains why sports, fishing, feminism, and failure are important; why it is dangerous to deny our biological nature; and why First Nations must lead a revolution.