Comic Books and Magazines: Reading for the Adventurous Child

Are you having trouble getting your adventurous child to slow down long enough to read? Comic books and magazines might be a great solution, according to educator, artist, and yep, my oldest daughter, Anna Krafve Pierce, my fellow book-loving word-nerd.  Picture...

Classic Books: Inspiring Wisdom and Multi-Generational Readers

Well-chosen classic books inspire wisdom and family values in kids. I suspect my son-in-law married Anna for her science fiction collection. He tells me it’s not so. Does your family count science fiction among classic books? Maybe not. But our family loves all books...

Strong Marriages Equals Healthy Communities: Tips for Encouraging Your Spouse

Scott and Kristen goof around with their four boys.(photo: Meredith Smith Creative) Dave and I are traveling (read: in a truck cab for extended hours together). On a Book Tour! Yep, it seemed like a great time to post some cool stuff about strong marriages I got from...