Teach Them to Work: Building a Positive Work Ethic in Our Children

by Mary Beeke

Overview

Do you find it easier to just do chores yourself rather than struggling with your children to do them? If so, this book will give you new energy and your household new harmony. It will help your children develop a good work ethic. Mary Beeke, healthcare professional, educator, and mother, first helps you absorb parenting principles and then gives you practical ideas to bring clarity to roles in your home. She breaks down the principles into manageable chunks, so whether you want a reflective study to bring radical change to your life or just need a shot in the arm, she has you covered.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781601788764
Publisher:	Reformation Heritage Books
Publication date:	03/31/2021
Pages:	240
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.40(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

Mary Beeke is the mother of Calvin, Esther, and Lydia. She has served as a registered nurse and an elementary teacher and has an M.A.T. in learning disabilities from Calvin College.

Table of Contents

Preface ix

Introduction: How Work Began 1

Part 1 Parental Principles

Chapter 1 Work Is Good for Kids 13

Chapter 2 Foundations 17

Chapter 3 It's in the Atmosphere 25

Chapter 4 Subdue Their Will to Set Them Free 31

Chapter 5 Turn Over the Reins 37

Chapter 6 Custom Training 47

Chapter 7 Together Time 53

Chapter 8 Don't Spare for Their Crying 59

Chapter 9 Praying and Thinking 65

Chapter 10 Monitor Screen Time 71

Part 2 Practical Principles

Chapter 11 Good No Matter What 83

Chapter 12 Work Is What We Do 91

Chapter 13 Lets Go 97

Chapter 14 With All Your Might 105

Chapter 15 Work Smart 113

Chapter 16 Overcome Obstacles 117

Chapter 17 Time Is a Treasure 125

Chapter 18 Take Care of Your Stuff 131

Chapter 19 Follow Your Talents 137

Chapter 20 Natural Consequences 143

Chapter 21 Enjoy the Good of Your Labor 153

Chapter 22 Enjoy Your Labor 163

Chapter 23 Rest and Perfect Work 173

Study Questions 177

Appendix 219

Selected Bibliography 221

Editorial Reviews

Mary Beeke has given Christian parents a book that offers biblical, wise, clear, and practical counsel. This book helps parents inculcate godly work habits that offer satisfaction in meaningful, God-pleasing labor. I recommend it as a unique aid for the discipleship of children.” — Daniel M. Doriani, professor of theology and vice president, Covenant Theological Seminary
 

“This book is written by a mother who has seen it all. I doubt you’ve ever read a book with such a gold mine of real-life situations and practical suggestions for teaching your children to work. Mary identifies the objectives and troubleshoots the problems of teaching your children to be faithful workers. You will find that she comes as a fellow struggler in the task, sharing her own mistakes and misconceptions. All her practical advice, however, rests on the firm foundation of the theology of work. She builds her advice from the treasury of the Word of God. Like a good Puritan, she delivers the doctrine and then explains the practices of training your children to work.” — Scott Brown and Deborah Brown, Church and Family Life
 

“Mary Beeke has written a remarkable book on the privilege and art of raising children. It is theological, practical, insightful, helpful, and a delight to read. As I turned the pages, I felt as though I was reading from a Reformed or Puritan classic on the family that had been re-crafted by the pen of a contemporary writer and made accessible to all. I recommend this work without reservation not only to parents but also to their children. This is a wonderful gift to the family and the church! May it be read far and wide.” — Paul Washer, director, HeartCry Missionary Society
 

“Teach Them to Work breathes fresh life, honor, and joy into what many consider to be a ‘necessary evil’ that children should be protected from. Filled with foundational truths from God’s Word that flow into practical, everyday strategies, Teach Them to Work is a must-read for Christian parents who desire to instill a godly work ethic in their children that will result in a life of fruitfulness for God’s glory!” — Steve Craig, director, Homeschool Summits
 

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