With Father’s Day only one month away, I want to call attention to some articles on this blog that are especially by dads for dads. After the articles, I’ve listed some recommended books for dads (possible Father’s Day presents) and some links to other articles of interest.
Importance of the Father in the Life of the TCK https://theeducationcafe.wordpress.com/2009/11/11/the-importance-of-the-father-in-the-life-of-the-tck/
This article deals with the important role of the father in child development and TCK education.
Dads Winning the Hearts of Kids
https://theeducationcafe.wordpress.com/2009/11/16/advice-for-dads/
This article offers counsel and encouragement for fathers from pastor and educator Steve Demme on winning the hearts of our kids.
Train Up a Child
This article (also notes from Steve Demme) discusses the role of the father as priest, provider, and protector.
From Commanding Father to Life Coach: Parenting Teens the Biblical Way
This article, written by a father of teens and young adults, encourages and equips fathers in transitioning their role as they prepare their teens for independent living.
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Recommended Books:
Raising a Modern-Day Knight: A Father’s Role in Guiding His Son to Authentic Manhood –from Amazon.com
You have What it Takes: What Every Father Needs to Know by: John Eldredge—from CBD
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Website articles for dads:
The Involved Father
http://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/parenting_roles/the_involved_father.aspx
Fathers Matter
Dads parent differently from moms, and that difference matters greatly for children. http://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/parenting_roles/the_involved_father/fathers_matter.aspx
Consistent Fatherhood
And, here is a website especially for dads who homeschool:
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