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Hope in Hard Times – Part 1

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2024/08/05

If you've ever felt down and out, you'll relate to this book, Hope in Hard Times. One morning, Judy Dunn Palmer woke up and couldn't brush her teeth. Her right hand was frozen in the shape of the letter "C". She received a diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis, but despite having one of the best doctors in the area and one of the best medicines, nothing worked.

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Smart Phones Advantages or Disadvantages

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2024/08/02

Does the Smart Phone have any advantages or disadvantages in the classroom? Listen as Dr. Gamblin and Dr. Tooley discusses the issue of devices in the classroom.

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Once Upon a Time – Part 2

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2024/08/01

Have you ever been frightened by something that ended up being nothing at all? Listen to the story, Sea Serpents. When then discuss a Unit on Moose for young children and our game is Jenga. During the second half of the show, we learn more about Dr. Samuel Blumenthal, a psychologist. He believes that if you are willing to slow down and listen more closely, stories will meet you in the very places you need them and guide you home where you will be healthy and whole."

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Standing Strong in the Storm – Part 1

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2024/07/17

Our story is about Ethel_s Lonely Journey, it seemed appropriate to feature an Oregon Trail Unit Study. And then our fun discussion on the game of Uno and what children learn when playing it. Have you ever been so overwhelmed by a crisis that you began to lose hope? Today_s guest, Pastor Greg Davis, explains that life has a way of bringing unexpected "storms." Some people are ruined by their storms, while others are refined by them. How we respond to seasons of adversity makes all the difference in

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Go There 4 – Part 2

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2024/07/16

Yellow Paws-the Ghost, is a delightful story about a stray cat that finds a home. This leads to the idea of doing a unit study on cats. Then we turn to our interview with Tanner Maasdrop, the president of Go There4. Tanner shares with us that through a diverse array of initiatives (programs) such as revivals, evangelistic series, and discipleship training, they strive to equip churches with the tools and strategies necessary to become more effective bearers of the Good News.

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Go There 4 – Part 1

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2024/07/15

Our story today is about lost money. So, for Arts-n-Crafts we do a Money Unit. You can see the ideas on our Pinterest Board, Guide_s Greatest Mystery Stories (@mrgamblin2). Today we are interviewing a delightful young man who is on fire for Jesus Christ. His name is Kani (Ka-nigh) Washington and he does evangelism through a ministry called Go There4. This is a Christ-centered evangelism ministry grounded in the teachings of the Bible. Their mission is to collaborate with churches, empowering them to

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Outdoors

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2024/07/12

Focusing on the overarching theme of outdoor education Dr. Gamblin tries a new format. First, she shares a kid_s devotional, then a craft idea, and next curriculum ideas for integrating God_s first book into everyday home schooling.

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Make Time For Joy – Part 2

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2024/07/11

Is something missing? In today_s story the mystery of the lost watch is solved when they discover a pack rat nest. Have your students do an English Language Arts project by developing a Unit Study on Pack Rats. Enjoy the conclusion to Linda_s interview as we set aside the trials of life and make joy a priority. Let the collection, from Make Time For Joy, change your perspective, your life, and your heart as you press into pure, God-given joy.

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Make Time For Joy – Part 1

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2024/07/10

We are the strongest in our daily walk when we are joyful. But what kills your joy? During Arts-n-Crafts we talk about ways of helping children through loss. Then we turn our attention to our guest, Linda Evans Shepherd and her book Make Time For Joy. We ask the question, does your prayer time consist of an ever-lengthening list of requests for yourself and other people? Did you know that you can pray that God will transform your anxious and tired heart into a joyful one!

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Bibles For Kids – Part 2

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2024/07/09

How does one dive deeper into joy? What is the difference between joy and happiness? These topics are important because we know we are mentally, physically, and spiritually strongest when we are happy. We then continue our interview with Dirk Smith. The current mission project is to provide free Bibles and Bible-based materials to all of Eastern Europe.

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Bibles For Kids – Part 1

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2024/07/08

Joy in our sorrows is the theme of today_s devotional. For Arts-n-Crafts we make beautiful hearts and talk about integrating the math topic of symmetry. Our interview with Dirk Smith from the Eastern European Mission will delight you. The mission of EEM began in 1961 when a small band of missionaries bravely answered God_s call to take his Word to people under the rule of the Soviet Union. Smuggling Bibles and underground printing were the only ways to share God_s Word until the wall fell in

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Smart Phones Advantages or Disadvantages

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2024/07/05

Does the Smart Phone have any advantages or disadvantages in the classroom? Listen as Dr. Gamblin and Dr. Tooley discusses the issue of devices in the classroom.

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Smart Stepmom – Part 2

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2024/07/04

Helping ourselves and our children overcome loss is one of the biggest and most inevitable challenges in life. Our interview with Laura Petherbridge will help us answer the question: How should I cope with children who are confused about their family and torn between loyalty to their biological mother and me? When should I step back in conflicts and when should I insist that my husband stand up for me?

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Smart Stepmom – Part 1

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2024/07/03

Now is the time to think about teaching your children the Doxology. We have put a Doxology Unit Study on our Pinterest Page @mrgamblin2. The stepmother's role often is ambiguous and underappreciated, and frequently it carries unrealistic expectations. Our interview with Laura answers women's concerns and questions, including: How can I be a caretaker and a key emotional connector in the family if the children don't accept my influence?

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On Purpose – Part 2

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2024/07/02

Recorder Karate is a fun way to introduce an instrument to your students. Continuing on the theme of _keeping the end in mind_ we discuss more ways to help your teens launch into adulthood. Then we continue with our interview of Julie Zine Coleman. "On Purpose oozes with biblical common sense. Coleman addresses the real issues at the core of gender bias in an inviting, 'come let us reason together' way. This book faces these significant issues without the burden of bitterness and is safe for those

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On Purpose – Part 1

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2024/07/01

We_ve been talking a lot about peace in the storm. Really, only God can give you that peace when you are in the storm. All week we have been talking about the importance, and how to include music in your child_s learning. Our guest is Julie Zine Coleman. She recognizes that the debate on the role of women in the body of Christ is intense. Most Christian women just want to do what the Bible says. But what exactly does it say? Listen to our interview with Julie as she clears away agendas and goes

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Dangers in Diversity Studies

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2024/05/24

This is an archived show that discusses the pros and cons of Diversity Studies. It might even be considered as a compare and contrast show. We discuss some of the hot topics surrounding diverse populations.

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The Neurodivergent – Part 2

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2024/05/23

Drumming up Business is the title of today_s story. Arts-n-Crafts is our experiential learning section, when we can connect our senses to learning our students remember the content better than when we just require rote memorization. Our guest, Renee Miranda discusses dyslexia, dyscalia and autism. She shares her own journey with working with her neurodivergent children.

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The Neurodivergent – Part 1

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2024/05/22

The Flying Fox is the title of today_s story. During Arts-n-Crafts we discuss The Flying Fox and using our hands to make a little Flying Fox picture. During Curriculum Corner we use the topic of Bats to make a unit study. Our guest, Renee Miranda unpacks the word Neurodivergent. She explains ADD, ADHD, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Autism, Behavior Disorder, and Savant. Twice expectational is explained.

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Digital Marketing – Part 2

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2024/05/21

The Aqualung Spider is the topic of today_s story. We go over all the items a homeschooling family should have on hand for experiential learning and connecting art and crafts to the subject they are learning. During Curriculum Time we talk about what kinds of evidence are needed for the evaluator. The AskAnAdventistFriend.com is one of Kim Wagner_s favorite digital marketing projects. We discuss how prayer helps our Christian walk.

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