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Welcome back to 5-Minute Parenting: Tips to Help you Raise Competent, and God-Confident Kids! 
Today’s guest is Tammy Kennington - author, podcaster, and preschool director turned reading specialist, and she is here to talk about Dyslexia and how parents can identify it and help their children overcome it. 
Dyslexia is neurologically-based and affects 1 in 5 children and adults, many of whom are incredibly bright and creative. Fortunately, there are reading remediation strategies that are very effective and create changes in neurological pathways to make it easier for these children and adults to read, and to enjoy reading. 
Tammy's early career as a preschool director took a turn to reading remediation when her two children were diagnosed with Dyslexia. Listen in as Tammy shares answers to the following questions: 
What is Dyslexia? 
What are the signs a child may be Dyslexic? 
What are the common myths of Dyslexia? 
Can it be cured? 
For help with your child or grandchild, Tammy recommends starting with the International Dyslexic Association. 
Here is a link to their website with assessment tools:  https://dyslexiaida.org/dyslexia-test/  
Tammy Kennington is an author, podcaster, certified life and mental coach, and inner healing prayer practitioner familiar with the impact of trauma, mental health issues, and parenting in the hard places. Tammy is the author of five children's nonfiction books, and her work has been featured in various publications including Focus on the Family, Crosswalk.com, and Starlight magazine. 
Visit Tammy's website to sign up for her newsletter: https://tammykennington.com/  
Check out this fun resource for families: 
Free podcast series Words and Wonder where Tammy invites children and their parents to a private, faith-focused podcast series featuring classic stories, nursery rhymes, sing-along songs, and Bible verses for littles as well as one daily quick tip for the grownups in their lives. https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/9ai7u1lhgmrbcg5oid8hc/ABMjWL1ByTszm5run0-ArV4?rlkey=992qw2favnjvd4nifwr35pryk&e=1&st=4jam6nt3&dl=0 

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Join Host Karen Ferguson and special guest Cara Ray on the topic of Parenting through the Seasons: Trusting God through every Stage. 
In this episode, Cara walks us through 4 distinct seasons of parenting and connects them to the 4 natural seasons for a discussion that is both fascinating and encouraging. Cara brings an inspiring and heartfelt message to remind parents that no matter what season you are in, and no matter the challenges, God is faithful to bring beauty, growth, and fruit - in His perfect time. 
HERE ARE SOME POINTS CARA COVERS IN THIS EPISODE:
Key Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1
“For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven.”
SPRING — The Season of Beginnings
Theme: Growth, curiosity, hope 
SUMMER — The Season of Steady Work
Theme: Formation, consistency, presence 
HARVEST — The Season of Fruit
Theme: Gratitude, joy, receiving 
WINTER — The Season of Release and Trust
Theme: Letting go, dependence, quiet faith. 
Closing Encouragement: Faithful in Every Season
Scripture: Ecc 3:11 (He makes all things beautiful in its time.) 
Cara Ray is a writer, Bible teacher and founder of The Writers' Bloc community and podcast. As a former quiet time checkbox checker, she now writes to help others slow down, savor Scripture, and pursue holy leisure. Cara's work has been featured on Desiring God, Challies.com, Gospel Centered Discipleship, and the YouVersion Bible App. 
BE SURE TO CONNECT WITH CARA ONLINE AND CHECK OUT HER NEW BOOK AND SEASONS OF CREATIVITY RESOURCE BY CLICKING THE LINKS BELOW: 
The Pursuit of Holy Leisure book: https://cara-ray.com/pursuitofholyleisure/ Seasons of Creativity workbook: https://dedicated-producer-5419.kit.com/a10948cb1d 
WEBSITE: https://cara-ray.com/ 

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Check out this new 5-Minute Parenting episode with award-winning author Valerie Fentress, just in time for Easter! ✝️ Many Christian parents wonder what they should do with the Easter Bunny and don’t want this commercial symbol to distract from the true meaning of Easter. 
Valerie is on the show today with a resource that reclaims the Easter Bunny, using it to teach kids about the true meaning of Easter. Jesus! 🙌 
Listen in and be sure to connect with Valerie online, plus grab her book and free Easter resources!
Valerie Fentress is an award-winning children's author and host of the BookWorthy Podcast. She writes simple stories with biblical truth to remind children who God is and who God says that they are. 
Website: www.valeriefentress.com
Easter Craft Kit: https://tellmethenews-2846.kit.com/0f6d17f610
BookWorthy's Easter Book List: https://tellmethenews-2846.kit.com/829b88d7ae
An Easter Bunny's Tale Family Reading Plan and Devo: https://tellmethenews-2846.kit.com/9b20ed2779

Book 3 in the Questions for Kids picture book series is now available! Check out Guess Why God Made the Rainbow on Amazon or your favorite book retailer! 🌈
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This episode is for all the boy moms out there! 
Award-winning author and family ministry leader, Christie Thomas, joins 5-Minute Parenting to share quick and simple tips for raising strong boys, providing answers to the following questions: 
1) How can I better connect with my sons? 
2) How can I help my boys grow spiritually? 
3) How can I deal with the physicality of boys without feeling overwhelmed? 
Christie is an award winning author, podcaster, and the mom of three growing boys. Listen in as she shares practical, real-world advice that will help you grow stronger connections with your boys. 
Be sure to follow Christie on Instagram @littleshootsdeeproots and check out her resources for parents! 
Boy Mom Toolkit: https://christiethomas.kit.com/ee9abbfe9b
The Mother and Son Prayer Journal: https://littleshootsdeeproots.com/mother-son-journal-and-prayer-journal-for-kids/
Christie Thomas was a Children’s Ministries Director for over a decade and is now a family discipleship coach to parents who need equipping, support, and encouragement. Her books for kids and parents help families cultivate faith-filled moments. She lives with her husband and three boys in Canada.

Book 3 in the Questions for Kids picture book series is now available! Check out Guess Why God Made the Rainbow on Amazon or your favorite book retailer! 🌈
Love this podcast episode? Please leave a positive rating/review and share this episode with a friend ❤️
Visit our websites at: 
https://www.karenferg.com/
https://www.sandrakaychambers.com/ 
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Karen Ferguson: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true 
Sandra Chambers: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sandra-Chambers/author/B00OHLARMO?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1740085397&sr...

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Host Karen Ferguson welcomes author, Jenny Marcelene, to 5-Minute Parenting to share her debut book The Dreamer.  Jenny's heart is for unreached people, and this first book in her Christian-themed global adventure series for children ages 6 to 10, shares the Afghan culture with young readers in a relevant and exciting way. 
Jenny's goal is to cultivate a biblical worldview and spark prayer for the Gospel among young people. Listen in as she shares her favorite Bible verse for missions, plus 4 simple ways to cultivate missional prayer in kids. 
Be sure to grab her free 17 page download, Ticket to Afghanistan, and check out her website, book, and Gospel Coalition article by clicking the links below: 
Ticket to Afghanistan FREE Download
Gospel Coalition Article: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/missional-prayer/
Website: www.jennymarcelene.com
Blog: www.jennymarcelene.blogspot.com
The Dreamer  book on Amazon: https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&rls=en&q=the+dreamer+jenny+marcelene&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8
Isaiah 49:6 "He says:“It is too small a thing for you to be my servant to restore the tribes of Jacob and bring back those of Israel I have kept. I will also make you a light for the Gentiles, that my salvation may reach to the ends of the earth.”

Book 3 in the Questions for Kids picture book series is now available! Check out Guess Why God Made the Rainbow on Amazon or your favorite book retailer! 🌈
Love this podcast episode? Please leave a positive rating/review and share this episode with a friend ❤️
Visit our websites at: 
https://www.karenferg.com/
https://www.sandrakaychambers.com/ 
Find our books on Amazon:
Karen Ferguson: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true 
Sandra Chambers: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sandra-Chambers/author/B00OHLARMO?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1740085397&sr...