Just4Girls

Sunday, January 22, 2012

Are You Reading the OYD book?

Are you reading through The One Year Devotions for Girls Starring Women of the Bible? If so, which Bible woman so far is your favorite? Which are you most like? What have you learned from each? Please leave me a comment. And if you e-mail me a picture of you with the book, I'll post it here to (but without any info about who you are!) kathycassel(at)knology.netEve helps us remember that God has given us the personality and talents for the job he's called us to do.
Mrs. Noah reminds us that sometimes we have to live differently than those around us.
We are just starting to read about Sarah.

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

Devos in Orlando

On Saturday and Sunday we were in Orlando at Disney World. We started at Magic Kingdom. It was somewhat cold and windy at the time, so the girls were trying to warm up with Tigger when we were supposed to be getting our photo taken.
We saw Stitch.
And hung out.

We saw Buzz and Woody, and Sully and Mike.

And we even took our devo books to Orlando. We finished Eve and started Mrs. Noah.

We always discuss how we can apply the devos to our own lives, but the girls were a little wound up! It was about midnight. Anyone else get totally silly at midnight?

Devos are not usually so hilarious! But at least we had devos on the road Friday night, in Orlando Saturday and Sunday nights and before we left for home Monday morning.

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Devos

Jasmine, Jessica and I are reading through this book together this year. The one day we can't do it together is Wednesday, because Jessica leaves for college at 8:30, picks Jasmine up for dance straight from college (jazz and tap), takes the twins home from dance (tumbling but it's at the dance academy) and makes supper. Then she's left for her night class (used to be church orchestra but she has to take a class Wed nights now to graduate her two year program in May) by the time Jasmine and I get home. By time she gets home, Jasmine is in bed. We try to read it together daily as soon as both girls are home from school and that time varies from 3:30 to 4:30. On the weekend we do it whenever we can. We are even taking it on our Disney trip this weekend!

So far we are reading about Eve. I wrote about Eve on this blog several months ago. It's in the archives under Bible women. The thing about Eve is that we forget she's more than just the woman who ate the fruit, she was God's unique creation. She was the first woman to walk the earth. She came into the world as an adult and had her own personality, talents and abilities. The thing for us to remember is that God gave each of us the personality and abilities that we need to accomplish the things he has for us to do.

Anyone else reading the book too?

Friday, December 30, 2011

Bible Trivia Quiz

First person to correctly answer all the questions below wins these books:

UPDATE:WE HAVE A WINNER

You may pass them on to someone who would enjoy them, but please do NOT sell them on e bay or anywhere else as they were generously given away at the book convention in July.

U.S. mailing addresses only.

Here are the questions. They are all from Genesis.

1. What child did Eve say was given to her to replace Abel after his death?

2. What instruments did Jubal play?

3. Lot's wife looked back at the city they'd left and was turned into what?

4.What did Rachel steal from her father when she left his home?

5.What animal did Pharaoh see in his dream?

Leave you answers in the comment section for this post only.

Sunday, December 18, 2011

Sisters!

Look at this awesome group of sisters who will be reading the devo book together this year. What a blessing to have so many sisters! It's almost like a built in small Bible study group. I'm praying God does amazing things in their lives this year.

Thursday, December 15, 2011

Fall Challenge

Christmas vacation starts Tuesday at noon. Jasmine and I plan to finish the Christian Girl's Guide to the Bible during vacation. Kayla hasn't done anymore on the Just for Me book so we'll have to see if she wants to continue it or wait until she's older.

I hope that all the girls doing it are learning or have learned something new about the Bible. Let me know if you haven't gotten a copy of the One Year Devotions for Girls Starring Women of the Bible.

Saturday, December 10, 2011

Joy

This is Joy with her new book. Joy is doing the fall challenge and is in the section about the Psalms.

Middle School Survival Manual Reviews

Serena A. Pace is the director of middle school ministry in Texas who recommends The Middle School Survival Manual. Pace reports, “The Middle School Survival Manual does more than offer students practical ideas for handling real-life situations. It takes students a step further and teaches them self-leadership skills that can be practiced now, skills that will last a lifetime. The Middle School Survival Manual If you have children, relatives, neighbors or friends who are starting middle school, Katrina Cassel's book, The Middle School Survival Manual offers a timely dose of practical encouragement. It is filled with study tips, friendship pointers, personality quizzes, thought-provoking questions, and planning charts to help all types of students. Each lesson ends with two or three "Verses to Think About." Cassel's goal is to let students know God is with them and has a good plan for them, and teach students how to organize their lives, live out their faith and make the most of the middle school years. Beginning chapters cover topics such as goal-setting, improving grades and test performance, and adjusting to a new school. Cassel continues by teaching students about friendship and faith, how to choose the best activities, and identifying academic and personal strengths.Cassel uses current education theory (e.g. Howard Gardner's multiple intelligences; visual, auditory and kinesthetic learning styles) to coach students to be in charge of their own learning. She also guides readers in choosing friends and repairing suffering friendships, as well as being a gentle witness for Christ in various school situations. A chapter-by-chapter discussion guide is included at the end of the book.What I Like: This is an excellent guide for students transitioning from elementary school to middle school. Cassel's practical steps will calm apprehensive students, and her wise advice will inspire confident students to reach out to others and tell them about their faith. I like the way each chapter begins with an engaging story, followed by personal questions. Readers are asked to think about their own response in a similar situation, in order to connect more easily with material in the chapter. I also really enjoyed taking the quizzes and finding out more about my personality. Many middle school students will find this information new, interesting and helpful.Faith in Christ forms the foundation of each chapter, and Cassel assumes readers are growing and maturing in their walk with Jesus. However, you could use much of the information in a public school setting as well. What I Dislike: I have only minor complaints. The font is quite small, as are the spaces to answer questions and complete the planning charts. Readers may want to use a journal to write out their answers instead. The cover pictures a photo of a curly-haired Caucasian boy. Although he is cute, the book may not appear as appealing to girls or students of color at first glance. And, the book ends abruptly, with the chapter on multiple types of intelligence. A summary or list of next steps would have been nice. However, none of these issues should overshadow the message of this helpful and encouraging book.Overall Rating: Very GoodAge Appeal: Middle School (5th-8th grade)

The Christian Girl's Guide to the Bible Reviews

Reviewed by Susan Thomason (Regina, Sk, Canada), August 07, 2010
This is a wonderful devotional. As as family with our girls is gives us an overview of the whole Bible. It helps us convey the "big picture" and the whole story. It has triggered great discussions.

Reviewed by Sarah (Port Huron, MI), July 19, 2008I am 7 and I think this book is awesome! It has tons of interesting facts about the Bible and fun craft ideas. I enjoyed making my own Bible bag.You should read it!,

July 20, 2008A Kid's ReviewI think this book is amazing. It gives a lot of information about the Bible. I really enjoyed the crafts and puzzles that were throughout the book. You should read it!

Best Bible book of allA Kid's ReviewThe book is about the whole Bible. It tells how God created the world, the flood, David and Goliath, Jesus' birth and all the other main Bible stories. There are activities that explain the Bible. There are Bible verse puzzles too. I recommend you get it because it's fun to read and you'll enjoy it.

Just for Me: Friends Reviews

This girl-friendly book is packed with information and ideas about friendship. The book is divided into nine chapters. Each chapter deals with some aspect of friendship, such as the definition of a friend, how to be a good friend, and tips on finding and making friends.Each chapter also has at least one friendship-related puzzle, Bible verse and “girl story.” Many chapters also have activities and quizzes. The book is interactive with places throughout the pages for the reader to record their thoughts and ideas.Numerous pencil-sketches illustrate the pages. Answers to the puzzles can be found in the back of the book. Just For Me! Friends: A Fun Guide Just For Girls Ages 6-9, written and illustrated by Katrina Gassel, is, as the title says, “a fun guide just for girls.” This girl-friendly book is packed with information and ideas about friendship. The book is divided into nine chapters. Each chapter deals with some aspect of friendship, such as the definition of a friend, how to be a good friend, and tips on finding and making friends. Each chapter also has at least one friendship-related puzzle, Bible verse and “girl story.” Many chapters also have activities and quizzes. The book is interactive with places throughout the pages for the reader to record their thoughts and ideas. Numerous pencil-sketches illustrate the pages. Answers to the puzzles can be found in the back of the book. What I Like: Everything. What I Dislike: Nothing. Overall Rating: Excellent. Age Appeal: 6-9 Christian Children's Book Review Blog

I have five daughters and we own every book from this adorable series. They LOVE the books and fun activities inside. I LOVE that they are reading and growing spiritually while still having fun!