Cara Martens

Cara has written books, curriculum, and educational guides. She's designed engaging programs for adults and children alike. She loves to write, research, and develop creative ideas. Cara and her husband, Kevin, have three kids and live in Texas.

The Questions to Ask so Homework is Their Work

School Life

The Questions to Ask so Homework is Their Work

As parents, we are constantly trying to find the right balance between the extremes. Hands on or hands off? Am I doing too much? Or am I doing too little?… Read More

Imagine The End | Social Life

A Book Review: Siblings Without Rivalry

“Someday when you guys are older you will like each other and be best friends.” They’d been bickering. Again. But did I really just say that? How can I possibly… Read More

Family Life | Imagine The End

Getting Practical: Are My Kids On Track

This is Part 2 of my Book Review for “Are My Kids on Track? The 12 Emotional, Social and Spiritual Milestones Your Child Needs to Reach” written by experienced counselors:… Read More

Family Life | Imagine The End

Reviewing: Are Your Kids On Track?

As soon as a child is born, we start measuring, don’t we? The number of fingers and toes. Height and weight. Number of wet diapers. Weeks and months. And my… Read More
5 Love Languages for Children Review

Family Life | Fight For The Heart

5 Love Languages for Children Gets Practical

I have three kids in different phases, and here are a few practical ways this book hit home for me and how I used what I learned in my own… Read More
Reviewing the Five Love Languages of Children

Family Life | Fight For The Heart

Reviewing the Five Love Languages of Children

“Anger’s the most troublesome emotion in family life.” All you have to do is scroll down your Facebook feed or flip on the news to realize there are a lot… Read More

Imagine The End

2 Myths About Creativity

Creativity is a hot topic these days, but the idea is sometimes misunderstood. Here are two myths that could actually squelch creativity if believed. Myth #1 - You are born… Read More

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Myths about Kids – Nurture Shock

Last night, I let the kids stay up later even though it was a school night. And Saturday, I let them play video games a little longer than usual. My… Read More

Imagine The End | Widen The Circle

An Epic Adventure

EPIC.  It’s a big word right now, the latest upgrade of “awesome” from years past.  But to me, the word goes even deeper and conjures up larger-than-life characters and adventure… Read More

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When You Have Great Expectations

All it took was an ice cream cone. When my son first started playing baseball, he was scared to try and hit the ball. He didn’t want to miss. So,… Read More
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