#1175: A Different Kind of Time Out

#1175: A Different Kind of Time Out

Author: Trail Life USA June 8, 2026 Duration: 0:59
Getting your young son to sit still for a church service, car ride, or class in school can be a challenge. But one school in Texas doesn’t have this problem. Why? Well, they’ve tripled recess time. During the school day, the kindergartners and first graders at this school get four, 15 minute recess breaks outside each day. The teachers say the kids are more attentive than ever, and many have even decreased symptoms of ADHD. So if your son seems grumpy and uncooperative today, why don’t yo...

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Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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#1154: Terrific Texts [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Do you use your phone to send text messages? According to statistics, around 80% of Americans do. Those text messages are often sent to family, friends, and co-workers. And now, more than ever, millions of children also…
#1153: Singled Minded [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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We need to listen to our children. One old-school method of dealing with children was “The children should be seen and not heard.” Connecting with our child’s heart, especially our sons, is critical to having a loving re…
#1152: I'm Sorry [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Two of the most difficult words for a parent to say are, “I’m sorry.” Are you saying them enough? As parents, we should ask for forgiveness from our kids if we lose our temper, or don’t control our tongue, or if we jump…
#1151: In God We Trust [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Glance into your purse or wallet and you’ll probably see a few dollar bills. Written on those dollar bills are these words: In God We Trust. It’s nice having that motto on our coins and bills—but it’s even more important…
#1150: Instant Replay [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Glance into your purse or wallet and you’ll probably see a few dollar bills. Written on those dollar bills are these words: In God We Trust. It’s nice having that motto on our coins and bills—but it’s even more important…
#1149: Involvement Leads to Learning [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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When Benjamin Franklin’s name is mentioned, kids think of the Guy who placed a metal key on a kite string. But adults recognize Benjamin Franklin as one of America’s most important Founding Fathers. In addition to helpin…
#1148: Lost Expectations [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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When you’re expecting a baby, you’re filled with dreams of how extraordinary your child will eventually become. But if your son has special needs or experiences developmental delays, you dream about him functioning in an…
#1147: Magic Motivation Words [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Do you know the four magic words to motivate your son? These four words are powerful. These words might help your boy pay attention at school or cause him to clean his room. Are you ready for the four words? They are: “H…
#1146: Teen Brain [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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“What were you thinking?” Most parents ask their son this question at least once. Preteens and teens often make decisions without considering consequences. There’s a valid reason for this. Teen brains are still developin…
#1145: Transformation [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Do you ever use things around you to teach truth? Jesus did it all the time. A caterpillar, wrapping itself in a cocoon and emerging as a beautiful butterfly, is a good example of this teaching process. The caterpillar e…