Sparking Everyday Discipleship

We're on a break between seasons 9 and 10. When we return in a couple weeks, we will be "Sparking Everyday Discipleship." Be sure to subscribe so you'll be notified when we post new episodes.  In this episode we talk about books that spark wonder and joy in our children. We talk about creativity and helping our children embrace their natural curiosity that helps them find the wonder in God's amazi...

In this episode of "Books that Spark," we look at books with dragons in them. We also tell you how you can get a dragon Christmas story for free.

In this episode of Books That Spark, Terrie Hellard-Brown shares a curated list of book recommendations perfect for Christmas gifts, focusing on books that celebrate reading, libraries, and the joy of storytelling. She discusses various titles that cater to different age groups, including those for reluctant readers, and highlights the importance of engaging children with literature. The conversat...

In this episode we talk with Leslie Colburn about her sweet books - one is a Christmas story - and how to help our children understand that God has a purpose for their lives, and our focus should be on him and who he created us to be.

In this episode we share our annual December Advent Calendar of Christmas Books - free download in show notes on terriehellardbrown.com - and some suggestions for books that make great Christmas gifts.

This week we talk with Tanya Acquista about her book Money Time. How do we help our children use their time wisely? How can we teach them the value of time and relationships? Join the conversation.

How do we raise thankful kids? How do we focus our hearts and minds on gratitude? In this episode we celebrate thankfulness, some wonderful books for fall and Thanksgiving, and ideas for shifting our focus to an attitude of gratitude. 

In this episode we visit with Annette Whipple and discuss her adventurous writing about spiders, sharks, and frogs-oh my!-among other interesting things. Her books help our children see God's fingerprints in creation. 

In this episode we share a few announcements and some Terrie's newest book that was written to encourage parents in their walk with Christ and help us in discipling our children. 

In this episode we talk about fear, Halloween, and spooky books. Which ones are okay for our children? What do we want them exposed to from the culture? How do we navigate these difficult times? 

In this episode we talk with Sandra Chambers about her newest book, her first picture book,  Maisie Discovers Her Fingerprint.  

In this replay episode, we talk about kindness and joy and how both strengthen us and our children in our faith. We return next week with Season 9!

In this episode of we discuss the importance of helping our children listen to others but also the power of feeling heard. We are on our break between seasons 8 and 9, and we will be back mid-October for season 9.

We're on a break between Season 8 and 9. Season 9 begins the week of October 15. This week, we're doing a replay of our very first episode of "Books that Spark." We talk about expectations and giving grace to ourselves and our children. 

In this episode we talk with Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young about her beautiful picture books and how her family experienced God's blessings and glory even as they walked through grief. 

In this episode we visit with our friend Laura Sassi and talk about the My Tender Heart series including the newest addition My Tender Heart Devotions. 

In this episode we visit with our friend Laura Sassi and talk about the My Tender Heart series including the newest addition My Tender Heart Devotions. 

Kristin Wynalda and Terrie talk about books every kindergartener will love and can learn from. Plus we give pointers for parents of kindergartners. Remember, this is the last week to enter the Back-to-School giveaway! Listen to find out all the details.

In this episode, we talk with Lee Ann Mancini about her wonderful books and her non-profit that helps parents raise their children to follow Christ. She offers many free resources you'll want to check out. 

In this episode we continue our conversation with Kristin Wynalda from Big Books Little Ears as we talk about the Caldecott Medal Winners and some other Children's Book Winners. 

We talk with Kristin Wynalda about the Newbery Medal Winners from this year. On her website, "Big Books, Little Ears," she has reviews on every book that won. Check it out!

In this episode we talk with Carissa Lovvorn who has written some wonderful picture books based on true stories of children serving others in the community. Carissa has some great ideas to share about helping our children love to serve and bless others.

In this episode we talk with Foundation Worldview Founder Elizabeth Urbanowicz about their new curriculum "God's Good Design." We love talking with Elizabeth. She always has some great pointers for talking with our children about important topics. 

In our 200th Episode we are so excited to share all kinds of news with you including the new picture book A World of Pancakes. Don't miss the other exciting announcements we have for you this week. 

In this episode we talk with Michelle Lazurek whose new book is all about faith, the people in the Bible who were noted in Hebrews 11, and how to help our children trust God.