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LAUNCH TIPS FOR PARENTS RESOURCES

Below are resources to accompany the TIPS FOR PARENTS section in each LAUNCH chapter.

Introduction: Prayer Journal & Bible for Your Child

If you are marking up a Bible to give to your child with some of the Scripture and prayers you lifted for them, we have some great resources as part of our IMPRINT series. Click on the image below for free lettering downloads and links to journaling supplies.
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You may decide to keep a separate prayer journal for your child to record specific Scripture and prayers you lifted up for them over the years. Click on the link below if you are interested in the prayer journal we created to accompany the LAUNCH workbook. (Note: Coming in October)
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Chapter 1: Devotionals for Children and Teens

Following are links to some of our favorite devotionals for children and teens referenced in the chapter 1 Tips for Parents section of the LAUNCH book. Click on each image for more information.
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Jesus Storybook Bible by Sally Lloyd-Jones (great for pre-school and elementary age kids)
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Jesus Calling for Kids by Sarah Young (suggested for ages 8-12)
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She Reads Truth has a “Kids Read Truth” section of their ministry with a wide range of Bible, reading plans, journals, and resources for elementary age kids through their teen years.
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Awake My Soul devotionals through the New Testament by ThouArtExalted (for tween/teen girls)
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Jesus 365 devotionals walking through the Bible from Genesis to Revelation in 365 short daily devos (for teens and adults)
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The ...but God App has a Bible feature with a Bible reading plan, as well as access to free devotionals.

Chapter 2: ​I AM Poster (Identity Reminders)

Following is a link to downloadable lettering of a variety of "I AM" verses that you may consider including on your I AM posters. Click on the image below to download.
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Chapter 3: Fighting Fear

The ...but God app includes a Spotify worship playlist. Click on the image below to download the app. 
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For older kids, below are some lockscreens to download as background wallpaper for their phone. Click on the image to enlarge and save.
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Chapter 4: Purpose


Following is a card with some questions to ask your child to spark discussion about things they are passionate about and how they can begin thinking about using them for God's kingdom and glory.

You can tweak the questions to best fit your child's age and current circumstances. Hopefully responses to the questions will bring up additional follow up questions and discussion on the topic.

​Click on the image link to download a PDF copy of the questions.
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Chapter 5: Hurt / Forgiveness / Waiting

Here are a few ideas to MARK THE MOMENT to remember how God was faithful to get you through tough times and He will be faithful again...
Take a small trip to celebrate and make a memory.
Create an art project -- a bookmark, key chain, painted rock, etc. -- to remember the moment.
Take a photo to remember and write on the back or frame your praise to God.
Plan a small trip to celebrate and make a memory.

Chapter 6: Friendship / Community

Following are resources to help facilitate small group studies for all ages to help foster Christian community. Click on the images for more information. You can search studies by children, teen, and young adult as well as by topic.
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The YouVersion Kids BIble App has tons of Bible reading plans, studies, and devotionals for children starting at age two. They also have an adult version for older kids, teens, and young adults.
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Lifeway has Bible studies for all ages with workbooks and teaching videos available.
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Orange has great resources and studies for kids from preschool through high school.
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Many churches have access to RightNow Media for their members. There are tons of great studies for all ages.
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...but God has a book with hundreds of ice-breaker and conversation starter questions for small groups (free in the ...but God app).

Chapter 7: Gratitude Journal & Jar

As mentioned in LAUNCH chapter 7, an easy way to practice gratitude as a family is to keep an open gratitude journal or gratitude car in a common space in your home. Family members can jot down things they are grateful for throughout the week. It will be great reminder to be thankful and will be so fun to go back and read through your family gratitude notes together from time to time. Here are some ideas to get you thinking....
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A quick search on Pinterest will provide lots of ideas to make your own gratitude journal.
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We are working on a family gratitude journal for purchase. Check back for availability!

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This gratitude jar is available on Etsy and includes a glass jar with lid and 365 cards. Click on image for details.
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This glass gratitude jar with wooden lid is available from Swoozies and includes 365 bronze foil gratitude cards. Click on the image for details.
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A quick "gratitude jar" search on Pinterest will give you tons of ideas to make your own family gratitude jar.

Chapter 8: Temptation / Idols / Self-Care

Make a habit of creating a Sabbath day for your family. Consider limiting electronics and enjoying quality and restful family time. Make dinner easy -- perhaps soup, salad and sub Sundays -- and enjoy good conversation with each other. The ...but God app has a link with exclusive free access to our Well Hello book with over 300 conversation starter questions. You can take turns reading questions and answering them as a family. Click on the image below to download the app.
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LAUNCH GROUPS

Consider starting a LAUNCH group to pray for you kids with other moms!
​Click on the image below for resources to help you get started!

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  • Good Morning: 30 Days in the Word
  • Good Month: Month Long Weekly Planners
  • Abide NT Reading Plan
  • Seamless Spring 2025
  • Luke Advent Study
  • Romans 8
  • Devo through the Bible
    • Jesus 365 Daily Devos
  • 1 Peter Study
  • Daily Bread Verse of the Day
  • Garden to Garden: Bible/Jesus 101
  • Year of Gratitude
  • 30-Day Scripture, Prayer & Gratitude Series
  • Come, Meet Jesus: John Study
  • Mahi Tournament