Story Warren

Kindling Imagination for Kingdom Anticipation

The Warren & The World Vol 12, Issue 31

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This past weekend, I got to spend three days talking with families about books. There’s not much more fun than that in my book. So, while it was definitely exhausting to be out in the heat for three long days, the delight of seeing a kid’s eyes light up when he hears about a story that interests him is worth the effort.

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Books like The Wind in the Willows

Erica at What Do We Do All Day has some great book suggestions for those who loved The Wind in the Willows.

  • Kenneth Grahame’s classic children’s novel, The Wind in the Willows, follows the adventures of Mole, Ratty, Badger and Mr. Toad. If you and your kids love reading about the hijinks of anthropomorphic animals and the glories of exploring in the outdoors pick up one of these delightful books like The Wind in the Willows for your next read aloud session!
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A Poem to Welcome September

Our own Kelly Keller shares a Wendell Berry poem at On the Common.

  • The woods is shining this morning.
    Red, gold and green, the leaves
    lie on the ground, or fall,
    or hang full of light in the air still.
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Choosing Biographies: Start with Your “Why”

Betsy at Redeemed Reader advises us how to choose the biographies we read.

  • Deshawn comes home from school with a dreaded school book report assignment: biographies.
    Leyla needs to diversify her fantasy reading, and Dad thinks biographies are the ticket.
    Homeschool mom is trying to enrich history this year, but there are so many biographies out there! Where to start?
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The Dutiful Introvert

Tim Challies wrestles with the tendencies of personality in light of the calling of the Christian.

  • I am aware that the categories of introvert and extrovert are not described or even hinted at within the pages of the Bible. My understanding is that the terms arose from the mind of Carl Jung and were popularized through his teachings—teachings that oppose Scripture in a host of ways.
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The Family that Imagines Together

Sylvia Dorham shares how making stories together brings their family closer.

  • The bickering in the backseat swelled as a balloon with a lungful of air.
    I turned on the music for a moment, the sudden melody making a surprised pause in the argument and took my own deep breath.
    “ONCE upon a time,” I began, using the same sing-song intonation I always use for the beginning of a story.  I provide a character and a conflict and hand it off to one of the kids. “There were three rabbits whose ears were so large they couldn’t fit into their warren.  Joe, you first.”
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Remember and Proclaim

Lindsey Murphy reminds us of ways we can use our car rides to shape our littles.

  • A word from a seasoned older mama: Don’t waste your car rides.
    I get it—time in the car with small children can be stressful.  The tired baby who refuses to nap (or whom you’re trying to keep from napping), the hangry toddler, the melting down preschooler can all be a challenge when enclosed in a metal box hurtling through space at 45 mph.  But for the calmer moments and the older years, make the most out of the hundreds of hours you will spend with your children in the car.  Some of the best conversations I’ve had with my older kids have been on our way to school. Some of my fondest memories are from cranking up the radio on road trips and torturing our teens with the music of our youth (but I want it thaaaaaaaaaat way…).  But most importantly, my children’s knowledge of Scripture has been exponentially strengthened through the offerings of artists like Slugs & Bugs, Seeds Family Worship, and most recently, Corner Room Music.  
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Something to Do with Your Kids

Who needs some fall family activity ideas? We’ve got you!

Something to Watch

Who’s got a disc golf fan in your family? Destin is diving in to how they’re made!

Thanks for reading. We’re on your side. 

–The Story Warren Team

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