Do you need to get a new family devotional for the upcoming new year? Maybe, you need to start having family devotions regularly with your kids. If so, I have an amazing new book from Louie Giglio that I know the whole family will love. I've watched Giglio's video series about our Creator and science and was so blessed. So when I saw that he was releasing a new devotional for kids? It was a book I wanted to add to our own family worship library. Well done, full of great examples of the … [Read more...]
God’s Big Plans for Me Storybook Bible
Our family loves having new books to read for family worship. This Storybook Bible from Rick Warren is a great addition to our Bible library. I love that this book is written for kids but has been inpsired by Warren's book The Purpose Driven Life. My husband and I loved that book! These stories help children understand their own purpose in the world and that God has a plan for them. A great big plan! Each of the 40 stories begins with a great introduction, has beautiful illustrations, and … [Read more...]
The Ultimate List of Book Themed Baby Shower Ideas
Do you know anyone expecting a baby soon? Are they book fans? I LOVE books and so do my kids. If you're looking for a great baby shower idea, then look no further. A book themed baby shower is brilliant. It's a fun way to build the new baby's library with your favorite baby books. Book Themed Baby Shower Ideas Helpful Tips Bring a children's book instead of a card. Printable generic "Books for Baby" invitation Piles of Books Guest Book idea Decor Ideas Wrap personal … [Read more...]
Get Outside: Camping at Rosario Beach with the Kids!
This past weekend we rented a cabin on Rosario Beach. Rain was in the forecast but we had faith that we'd see a little bit of sunshine. We had so much sunshine -- it was beautiful. We literally stayed outside ALL DAY -- either on the playground at the cabins, on the beach with the rocks and drift wood, or in the tide pools looking for sea creatures. I walked, played, searched, and found many fun things at Rosario Beach with the kids. It sprinkled lightly Saturday morning and we … [Read more...]
50 Best Books for 9 Year Olds
After school snack and a new book. She's a happy girl! She just started reading Roller Girl and she's loving it. This is her first graphic novel and she wants more! I love seeing her passion for reading grow. What's your favorite kids book? A post shared by LaVonne Long • Family Blogger (@lavonnelong) on Apr 20, 2017 at 1:00pm PDT Isabella loves reading. Last week, she started reading a new book, Roller Girl and she loved it. It was her first graphic novel and now she wants to visit … [Read more...]
Netflix Anne of Green Gables! (I’m so excited!)
Did you grow up absolutely loving Anne of Green Gables like me? Back in the day, 1985 in fact, I fell in love with "Anne with an E", and devoured the books after watching the beloved mini-series. This amazing story of a spirited little girl, her adoptive parents, her bosom buddy Diana, and of course Gilbert? Oh my! I don't know about all of you, but I cannot wait to fall in love again with these characters. “It's been my experience that you can nearly always enjoy things if you make … [Read more...]
5 Best Christian Books for Women
I am always looking for a great Christian book to read and then pass on to other women in my life. As I scoured the Zondervan website, I found five top Christian books for women. Some of these below are new Christian books and others are classic favorites. I've been co-leading our Women's Ministry this year for my church and I love having great resources to give as door prizes for our events. 5 Best Christian Books for Women Breaking Busy He Speaks in Silence Finding … [Read more...]