Author Archives: Paige Givens

Making Your Way Through the Circus

Posted on January 17, 2017 by Paige Givens

  The first grade teachers at my school take the kids to the circus every year. Last year when I looped up to first grade with my class, I was excited to take my students. A teacher friend said to … Continue reading →

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When We Worship the Music Instead

Posted on January 12, 2017 by Paige Givens

“I just can’t worship the way I want to at that church.” “I feel like I haven’t even been to church.” “Their music is so boring. What would it hurt to add some drums? They hardly ever even stand up. … Continue reading →

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Come to the Table

Posted on December 21, 2016 by Paige Givens

I stumble upon a gathering. The table settings are exquisite, impeccable. The dishes are beautiful, the glasses are sparkling, and the linens are white. Yes, they are so pure and so white. There are gifts, perfectly wrapped and placed under a tree. And the … Continue reading →

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Away In A Manger

Posted on December 15, 2016 by Paige Givens

“6While they were there, the days were completed for her to give birth. 7And she gave birth to her firstborn son; and she wrapped Him in cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them … Continue reading →

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Mary’s Treasure

Posted on December 9, 2016 by Paige Givens

 “7 And she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them.8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch … Continue reading →

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I Played My Best For Him

Posted on November 28, 2016 by Paige Givens

I have a list of songs for every holiday, every occasion, every season. Basically, for everything! Being a lover of music, I call up memories by listening to songs. Christmas songs have to be my favorite of all. I love … Continue reading →

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Kindergarten Students Write About America’s Week

Posted on November 10, 2016 by Paige Givens

It’s been a long week,  America. We’ve fussed and argued and cried and argued and prayed and argued and resolved to stop and then kept arguing. We are like kids stuck in the backseat on a trip that has no … Continue reading →

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What if You Had to Vote for Moses?

Posted on November 8, 2016 by Paige Givens

“There’s no one to vote for.” I’ve heard it over and over. I’ve even said it a few times. “There’s no good choice for our next President. What are we going to do?” I admit, I have moments when I … Continue reading →

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The Path No One Knew Was There

Posted on November 1, 2016 by Paige Givens

Your road led through the sea, your pathway through the mighty waters–a pathway no one knew was there! Psalm 77:19 Have you ever found yourself on a road that you didn’t intend to be traveling? It can be surprising, challenging, … Continue reading →

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The Broken Puzzle Piece

Posted on October 6, 2016 by Paige Givens

“Mrs. Givens, I can’t finish this puzzle. This piece is broken.” My kindergarten student held a single puzzle piece out to me that was missing an edge. “Wait!” said a friend. “Here’s the broken part.” “So? It’s still broken. I … Continue reading →

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