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In the book Stand Up: Get in the Story, we included eight stories of kids starting incredible initiatives to stand up for what’s right to help others. Find their stories using the links… Read More

When I was little I wanted to be a super hero, pretty much because it would be cool to fly like Superman or have all those crazy gadgets like Batman. But… Read More

I’ve had many memorable parenting moments at Target, but this one trumps them all. My neck is getting red and splotchy just thinking of this day. This is the story… Read More

My mom was mischievous. One of her go-to ways to pick at my brother and me was to start singing. Off-key. Loudly. This especially annoyed me because I loved to… Read More

I don’t gamble, but if I did, I’m confident I would lose the house, the car, and maybe the kids in about 32 seconds. Why? As my friends and family… Read More

It's important to Invite adults with shared values to invest in the lives of your kids. I am often asked by other parents how to do this. Parents are eager… Read More

Freedom. Staying up late and sleeping in. The smell of chlorine in my hair. Sunshine. Oatmeal cream pies. Weeks spent at my Grandmother’s. Summer. Maybe your summer memories are different… Read More

This post is adapted from The Sticky Faith Guide for Your Family by Kara Powell. To find out more about Sticky Faith or order this book bursting with practical ideas… Read More

“Thank you for making this dinner! But I think I like Dad’s spaghetti better.” It was so close to being a compliment. And given what I know about my cooking… Read More