'Character Training' is a common phrase among home school families. But what does that really look like? So often I sit back and wonder, am I too soft on Diane? Do I allow her too much freedom? Or am I too hard? Do I snap into crazy yelling mom over the smallest issues? I know that truthfully I am both. I need to be more focused on God, then I can reflect this onto my child and we can grow in character together. For it is not so much about 'teaching' character as it is about living in character and integrity.
Many months ago, while I was in Calgary, Lisa gave me a brochure about a website sponsored by Focus on the Family. The web address is http://www.kidsofintegrity.com/. I finally went to the website today and I was encouraged by the information available. Even if you don't have little ones at home, check it out. There are 16 character traits to study. They have already done the research for you, including bible references and recommended prayers. We are going to make a lap book as we work through these. We have decided to start with honesty and I have already made up the 'Certificate of Authenticity' for her. I hope you find this useful to support your current bible study.
