Points to Ponder, "Reading aloud reinforces listening skills, develops vocabulary and imagination, plus encourages correct sentence structure. The best way to encourage your child is reading aloud to them. Plan an earlier dinner, skip a favorite television program, then relax together as a family with a good book. Repetition develops auditory skills."

Points to Ponder by Vickie Estler
Consequences are inevitable and occur in daily life. The Bible provides great examples of Adam and Eve, the Israelites wandering in the desert for 40 years, and Joseph being sold by his brothers into slavery. Let your child experience the consequences without bailing him out. Experience is the best teacher. When timing is right, sit calmly with your child and ask these two questions: 
1. What did you learn from this experience?
2. How do you think the Lord wants you to change? 

Points to ponder: "Is your child going on their first field trip? Read Psalm 91 before they leave. This Psalm of protection and its words are comforting to a parent's heart."
Psalm 91: 14 "Because He loves me," says the Lord, "I will rescue him; I will protect him, for he acknowledges My name."

Points to Ponder- "Harsh words wound and are difficult to erase. Am I angry at my child because I fall short of my own expectations? Schedule your day with reality. Don't crowd a full day. Prioritize and leave the rest for tomorrow."
Ecclesiastes 10:4 "Calmness can lay great errors to rest."

"Dear Lord, Help me to replace complacency and tolerance in my home with commitment and accountability. My family is fragile and we need to guard against the ways of the world versus God's Word. Help me to equip my children with Your truth. Amen."  Points to ponder...

3 John 4:3 "I have no greater job than to hear that my children are walking in the truth."

Points to ponder...
"Tuck your children into bed each night from toddler to teen. Some of the best conversations you will have occur in the dark. Pray with them. Let your hand and God's Word be the last thing they remember each night before they fall asleep."
Isaiah 64:8 "Oh Lord, You are our Father. We are the clay, You are the potter, we are all the work of your hand."

I read this quote from "Ponder 365" by Vickie Estler, and thought it was worth sharing...
"Limit the number of activities for your child. If you feel too busy for daily devotions and family time, pray to prioritize your schedule."
1 Timothy 3:4 "He must manage his own family well and see that his children obey him with proper respect."