Play of the Day Archives

A Play of the Day subscriber wrote us the following: “I went to parent/teacher conferences and I was told what a nice, pleasant girl my daughter was. Once, as I got up to go, I was feeling pretty good, but by the time I got to the door, I had … Continue reading…

According to the National Center for Fathering, when a group of teens were asked to anonymously identify why they would not confide in their fathers, one of the primary reasons was, “He would blow up.” Other responses included: “His reaction.” “I’m scared about his response.” “He would start yelling at … Continue reading…

Conversation builds relationships.  It opens the door to understanding what your child is thinking and why.  Meaningful conversations don’t usually happen without prompting.  Our Peer Pressure Conversation Starters, for example, will make family dinners, drive time in the car, or bedtime special.  Enjoy and forward to a friend! Also, … Continue reading…

Odd Thomas, a rapper by trade, hits his audience powerfully about him being fatherless.  And the pain doesn’t stop with him.  It radiates across our globe.  Here are 10 reasons why kids without dads are at a big disadvantage.  After reading this list, reflect on what you as a father … Continue reading…

To be Enormously Gorgeous…Sarah says you need to have beautiful long curly hair like she has.  I don’t. To be Enormously Gorgeous…Justin says you must have perfectly straight white teeth like he has.  I don’t. To be Enormously Gorgeous…Jessica says you can’t have any of those little brown dots on … Continue reading…

Some of the best times in a child’s life occur at sleepovers.  At the same time, in today’s culture, when kids can be exposed to harmful things instantly, it’s wise to have a sleepover strategy. How old should your kids be when they sleep over at a friend’s house?  How … Continue reading…