Crosswalk.com - Parenting

The Lure of the Vampire: An Interview with Kimberly Powers

Ginny McCabe — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

The eternal attraction to Edward Cullen begs the question - just what is it about these books that captivates the hearts of so many girls? Author Kimberly Powers talks about the longing inside every woman.

Debunking Adoption Myths

Natalie Nichols Gillespie — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:09:00 GMT

Adopting a child is a lengthy, expensive process that poses great emotional and legal risks to prospective parents -- or is it? Natalie Nichols Gillespie, author of Successful Adoption, addresses some of the more common myths and fears along with the realities of the adoption process....

Simple Ways to Teach Kids about Gratitude

Sandy Coughlin — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:05:00 GMT

Sometimes, it's the simplest activities in your very own kitchen that impress important truths into a child's memories.

Carrie Prejean, Sexting, and a Lost Generation

Rebecca Hagelin — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:42:00 GMT

As Carrie Prejean continues to suffer, grow up, fall and stand back up in front of the entire world, parents should discuss with our own children the many truths that Carrie's drama reveals...

Teach With An Eye On Eternity

Timothy Palla — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:18:00 GMT

My wife and I may not be the best teachers. Our choice of curriculum may be antiquated. We may be disorganized, hap-hazard, or even clueless by some standards. We want our children to succeed in life and be responsible citizens, but what good have we done if their souls are lost in the process? Our highest goal is to prepare them for eternity.