Articles written by Karen Whiting

An article or story without the complete package in mind is not ripe for writing and will be as unpalatable as a green banana. Four components make it ripe.

Nov 6, 2011 - Karen Whiting

Pack a bag and enjoy an imaginary journey through lent and Passion Week.

Feb 22, 2011 - Karen Whiting

Purim, St. Patrick's Day, the arrival of spring, and lent are in March with opportunities for sharing spiritual lessons with children through activities.

Feb 5, 2011 - Karen Whiting

String embedded between two hearts, or other shapes inside a window opening creates a twirling effect. Express love with creatively with these projects.

Jan 29, 2011 - Karen Whiting

The angel candle is lit on the last week of advent. Activities focus on the message of Christ's birth.

Dec 17, 2010 - Karen Whiting

It's already time to light the pink candle. Amid the hustle and bustle to be ready with gifts and food, enjoy activities that focus on Christ.

Dec 13, 2010 - Karen Whiting

The second candle of the Advent wreath is called the Bethlehem candle or the candle of peace.

Dec 6, 2010 - Karen Whiting

The first week of Advent is a great time to help children understand the real reason for Christmas. The wreath and candles symbolize hope.

Nov 29, 2010 - Karen Whiting

Marketing a book is key to sales, so it's important to create a plan of what to do and when to do it.

Nov 2, 2010 - Karen Whiting

Dreams of a happy Christmas can become a reality with setting goals, making wise choices, and focusing on the blessings of the season.

Oct 29, 2010 - Karen Whiting

Living with coerced agreements can cause stress, anger, and exhaustion. People can decline requests and maintain relationships with finesse and kindness.

Oct 22, 2010 - Karen Whiting

Maximize getting good sales on one of the best sale days of the year with a group of savvy friends and a plan.

Oct 19, 2010 - Karen Whiting

Preparing ahead is key to sailing through a busy day with less stress. This includes gathering supplies and setting up necessary arrangements.

Oct 7, 2010 - Karen Whiting

It's great to land radio, television, and blog interviews, but be prepared to handle difficult or antagonistic questions and use them advantageously.

Oct 5, 2010 - Karen Whiting

Reach out with prayers and help children learn to pray for people in need around the globe. Tie in maps, current events, and religious persecution.

Sep 15, 2010 - Karen Whiting

Keep children reminded of loved ones and friends by creating a "wall of relationships." Frame and hang, photos of the special people in a child's life.

Sep 8, 2010 - Karen Whiting

October is National Apple Month and a great time to pick and bob for apples, make apple crafts, and discover more about this amazing fruit.

Sep 1, 2010 - Karen Whiting

For children who crave a special themed party about Tinkerbell or other woodland creatures, add sparkle to the party with activities fit for a fairy.

Jul 20, 2010 - Karen Whiting

A father who works long hours or travels often may miss family devotions or prayer time, but he can still find ways to actively connect faith and family.

Jul 19, 2010 - Karen Whiting

Rhythm and rhyming verse engage a child's interest and provide interactive fun while developing important cognitive and reading skills.

Jul 19, 2010 - Karen Whiting

One marketing strategy to promote a book is to match the topic to current news, statistics, dates of historical significance, or special calendar dates.

Jul 16, 2010 - Karen Whiting

Create a special link between a loved one, God, and home, by filling a package with little gifts that include a note and relevant Bible verse.

Jul 16, 2010 - Karen Whiting

Scrapbooks for Christian families should stand out as a reflection of the family's spirituality showing that faith is vital to family life.

Jul 15, 2010 - Karen Whiting

Being on talk radio gets people's attention to creates a buzz about a book. It benefits the author, station, and listener to make it a win-win situation.

Jul 12, 2010 - Karen Whiting

Glowing properties of black light seen in laser tag, video arcades, and theme parks are available for anyone to create for parties, fun, or teaching.

Jul 12, 2010 - Karen Whiting

Communicating essential ideas about a book that convey its unique benefits promotes sales. Such comments, or talking points, should be carefully crafted.

Jul 12, 2010 - Karen Whiting

Canadian or Canada Geese are loyal creatures. Their behavior models good habits for families to emulate.

Apr 19, 2010 - Karen Whiting

Maximize learning and fun on summer days with goals that engage children in fun, education, work, spiritual activities, and social interaction.

Apr 19, 2010 - Karen Whiting

Pentecost marked the birth of the Christian church and the reception of the Holy Spirit. Help children understand the important event with fun activities.

Apr 13, 2010 - Karen Whiting

Help children celebrate the events surrounding Jesus going to heaven ten days before Pentecost with activities that illustrate heaven and the ascension.

Apr 13, 2010 - Karen Whiting

Busyness, school pressure, bullying, and competitive sports can cause children to worry and become stressed. Help children relax and relieve tensions with simple tools.

Apr 1, 2010 - Karen Whiting

The week Jesus died is called Holy Week. Help children learn about important events associated with his death and resurrection with hands-on activities.

Mar 27, 2010 - Karen Whiting

Easter is the celebration of the greatest treasure of eternal life. Fill eggs with special gifts as reminders to rejoice in the resurrection and love of Jesus.

Mar 26, 2010 - Karen Whiting

To get published, an aspiring writer needs to focus on writing and goals. Investing time and having a vision for the writing are important aspects to achieving success.

Mar 23, 2010 - Karen Whiting

In the pursuit of a perfect Christmas many people quickly go over budget. Take steps now to curb the spending.

Nov 7, 2009 - Karen Whiting

Advent prepares hearts for Christmas. Make it memorable with a live advent drama. It's easy to produce with simple, inexpensive props and costumes.

Nov 7, 2009 - Karen Whiting

Jenkins states, "Almost every successful writer I know had a mentor, a tough critic, an editor, or all of the above with a background in journalism." Now he's a mentor.

Oct 29, 2009 - Karen Whiting

Be mindful of the reason for the season and use every opportunity to connect activities to the birth of Jesus.

Oct 22, 2009 - Karen Whiting

Use an iron, old crayons, colored paper, and wax paper to help children create beautiful pictures and crafts of fall trees and landscapes.

Sep 23, 2009 - Karen Whiting

Create systems to stay on top of schedules and have information easily accessible.

Sep 23, 2009 - Karen Whiting

Opening gifts over several days during the holidays spreads out excitement, allows children time to appreciate each present, and keeps children from feeling overwhelmed.

Sep 23, 2009 - Karen Whiting

The family supper provides time to celebrate the day, share problems, make plans, and laugh together. It's also a time to continue the bonds of love and shared beliefs.

Sep 13, 2009 - Karen Whiting

Suppers celebrate the day and build bonds. Other benefits include developing conversation skills, good graces, and healthy nutrition habits.

Sep 11, 2009 - Karen Whiting

Trees breathe, sweat, and grow. Trees are all around and that's good, since they trade off carbon dioxide for oxygen. Check out ways to explore these leafy plants.

Sep 11, 2009 - Karen Whiting

Short and tightly written devotionals and other shorts illustrate one value while bringing uplifting thoughts to a reader. Learn to use few words to convey a message.

Aug 4, 2009 - Karen Whiting

Cold ice goes well on hot summer days, especially when incorporated in fun and games. It's inexpensive entertainment that provides opportunities to explore science.

Jun 17, 2009 - Karen Whiting

Labor Day began as a holiday to rest and appreciate the fruit of hard work. Commemorate the day with a work of art that celebrates both labor and rest.

Jun 17, 2009 - Karen Whiting

A parental pray and plan seeks God's direction. It allows couples to coordinate schedules, assess member's strengths and weaknesses, pray for needs and set goals.

Jun 8, 2009 - Karen Whiting

Ending Bible devotions with a method that makes them unforgettable help the lessons stick. Lasting lessons become springboards to applying God's truth in everyday life.

Jun 1, 2009 - Karen Whiting

In playing traditional marble games, or creating their own activities, children will develop small motor skills and amuse themselves for hours with little glass spheres.

Jun 1, 2009 - Karen Whiting