Character/outreach book with activities for boys

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  • July 13, 2011 at 4:45 am
    my3boys
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    I’m looking for a character study type book with activities to do with my boys.  I read a thread awhile back but can not remember what/where the book was from, anyone remember??

    We will continue with the Millers books and I have Making Brothers and Sisters Best Friends, which I thought we should use. I think there are activities in it, but not sure and my boys could use this type of encouragement.  I was thinking that I would like something that helps them work together, i.e., make cards for shut-ins (or missionaries), bake cookies for others, do something nice for each other, their dad, neighbors, etc.  I have an idea of what I like to do, but feel the need to have a plan or ideas to draw from so I don’t forget.  I don’t need to be overwhelmed with feeling like I need to add an extra subject to our list but I would like something to follow to give structure.  Is that clear as mud?? 

    July 13, 2011 at 5:05 pm
    my3boys
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    bump 🙂

    July 13, 2011 at 5:12 pm
    sheraz
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    Not overly familiar with boy references, but knowing the scout motto, could the Cub/Boy Scout books help you with hand-on ideas for character training?  My 3 brothers were Eagles and I thought the program very solid.

    I know they emphasize character traits we all want such as service, kindness, etc…the Scout motto lists like 12 of them.  =)

    July 13, 2011 at 6:23 pm
    Tukata
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    Sounds like either books from Keepers of the Faith or Doorposts…I have the girl books from those sites and they are very much like what you are describing…=)

    Erin

    July 13, 2011 at 6:49 pm
    simple home
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    Seems like someone recently mentioned a book called Lessons in Responsiblity for Boys?? Is that right someone? 🙂 I think I saw a link to it either on Chrisitianbook.com or amazon.com.

    Sorry for being so vague, rushing through my computer time today. 🙂

    July 13, 2011 at 8:04 pm
    my3boys
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    Yes, I think it is Doorposts! I’ll check that out asap.  @Erin, do you like the one for girls, is it overwhelming or are you able to pick and choose but still stay focused??

    I will also check out the Lessons in Responsibility for Boys, thanks so much.

    July 14, 2011 at 2:09 am
    Tukata
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    My3boys – I LOVE the one for girls!  There is a TON in it, but that serves to make it a very economical choice for character study.  My oldest dd is 6 – and there is enough in this book to last through high school.  It truly is multi-age.  I had a difficult time deciding where to start, so I just decided to start at the beginning trait and we’ll go from there! 

    I am kind of obsessed with researching curriculum but now that I found Doorposts, I don’t even look anything for character up anymore.  It’s that good and that complete!

    I also love the Keepers of the Faith books as well (Boys would be Contenders)…KOF is more lifeskills, but it also does deal with godly living.  Between Doorposts and KOF I feel set through the end of high school for character study and lifeskills! 

    =) Erin

    July 14, 2011 at 3:18 am
    my3boys
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    Thanks Erin!  I appreciate your “review”!  I added their site to my favorites =)

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