Home and Family LDS Books

Bill Wells wasn't a famous man, but he left an invaluable legacy for those who knew him. He lived his life by a few simple words of wisdom-recorded in a little black notebook-and taught his children to do the same. Now, with this collection of mini-memoirs, his daughter Yvonne Swinson shares his legacy with you. 33 Habits of a Really Good Man includes Bill's favorite memories and experiences and shares ideas on how these habits can lead to a "really good" life. Available just in time for...

Many people dream of becoming self-reliant during these times of fluctuating prices and uncertain job security. Using truly simple techniques, you can cultivate the pioneer's independence to provide safety against lost wages, harsh weather, economic recession, and commercial contamination and shortages. Strengthen your family's self-reliance as you discover anew the joy of homegrown food, thrift, and self-sufficient living.

...It's for the One You LoveWhat is the best wedding advice you ever received? For author Seth Adam Smith, it was the advice from his father who said, Marriage is not for you. It is about the person you marry. These few words completely changed the way Seth looked at his relationship with his wife-to-be. Because at that moment he realized that an expression of love is not about the person expressing it. Rather, it is about the person they choose to be with. It is about making the person you...

Keep the smile on your child's face while putting an end to noisy escapades. No need to stifle curiosity or squelch creativity; this guide helps you put together the perfect quiet-time book for car rides, waiting rooms, and church meetings. With 25 simple patterns and step-step instructions, even amateur crafters can create custom-made activities that are sure to keep your childrens' brains active and their hands happy.Paperback80 pages0.2 x 8 x 10 inches

Every family has been asked to hold weekly home evenings, and every family has different needs as their situations change. Most resources available on the market focus on the needs of young families. The lessons in Home Evenings for Empty Nesters are specifically designed to help older couples nurture their relationship and continue their growth in the gospel. Lessons are brief and easy to prepare while still providing opportunities for an outpouring of love and testimony.

You can do it! In this booklet, David J. Ridges reminds busy and sometimes frazzled mothers that even during the darkest days, when beset by self doubt, hope weaves its way through the unpredictability of daily life. He teaches that having a "perfect brightness of hope" means having confidence while you work through your imperfections, not after you've worked through them.Booklet16 pages

Crazy days mean no time to plan family nights. With Choose the Right, all of your Family Home Evening lessons are done for a whole year, complete with activities, games, scriptures, songs, challenges, and a CD-Rom with printable handouts! Not only are the lessons fantastic but they correlate with the 2012 Primary topics and lessons. Spend quality time with your children as you make family night the best night!Paperback185 Pages

Technology has accelerated our fascination with pleasure. Indeed, the power of pleasure has been underestimated, and Internet pornography is changing the world in a fundamental way.In his book, author Donald L. Hilton Jr., MD explores the destructive power of pornography addiction, not just from a moral and spiritual perspective, but with the scrutiny of modern science. Current research tells us that there is little difference in physical or chemical changes in the pleasure and control centers...

Mothers everywhere will love this short booklet celebrating all they do. Written by renowned author Carol Lynn Pearson, these eight true experiences from her life will warm the heart of every mother as she reads and remembers the precious moments in her own mothering career. Honor your mother with this beautiful tribute to motherhood and let her know how much you appreciate those little moments.Paperback16 pages8.5 x 5.5 x 0.1 inches

Lessons and Games for Family Home Evening Based on the New Testament Stop stressing over family home evenings and instead grow closer as a family while you enjoy these 30 unique lessons from the New Testament. Monday Nights by the Sea of Galilee includes scriptures, charts, maps, and questions to help even the youngest scriptorian learn from the four Gospels and have fun at the same time Each lesson includes the following aids: Background Information, explains who you are reading about and...

Day by day, moment to moment, a good father can change the world for his children and generations to come. Find out exactly how in this engaging book for hands-on dads everywhere. Through scholarly research and real-world examples, you'll learn how seemingly ordinary daily acts have the power to change a father into someone extraordinary in the eyes of his children.Paperback256 pages0.5 x 6 x 9 inches

What do NFL stars, high-powered businessmen, and Olympic athletes have in common? In tough situations, they all turn to performance consultant Justin Su'a to motivate and mentally prepare them to improve their a-game, and now parents can do the same! This series of pep talks for children and adolescents helps parents find just the right words for every instance of disappointment, failed confidence, or lack of motivation that their children may experience. Teach your kids to be resilient,...

Whether it’s a sister who chews her food too loudly or a spouse who won’t open up about his feelings, we all have those little irritations that threaten to damage our important relationships. Learn how to uncover the hidden attractions that keep drawing you toward conflict, tame your pet peeves, and avoid repeating past mistakes. This book will strengthen your relationships by helping you identify sources of irritation and build on the principles necessary to overcome their influence.Paperback1...

Chronicle the blissful chaos of pregnancy and parenting with this one-of-a-kind family journal. Together with your partner, record your journey through parenthood and your child's transformation from baby bump to first birthday and beyond. A quirky, colorful memory book for the whole family, this keepsake will have you laughing, reflecting, and reminiscing for years to come.

We are at war! Our enemy never sleeps, never slows, and never gives up. As guardians of the home, parents must produce warriors who can resist evil. This empowering book provides critical strategies for creating a spiritual refuge and strong gospel armor. Day by day, brick by brick, we can fortify faith and strengthen families through small and simple means!Paperback112 pages5 x 0.4 x 6.8 inches

Discover the divine purpose in your motherhood! Each inspiring chapter moves through another hour in a mother's day, highlighting spiritually symbolic insights and describing how Christ is by your side even during the daily routine. From sun-up to bedtime, this entertaining and uplifting book will help you find the inherent divinity hidden in the everyday details of motherhood.Paperback144 pages6.1 x 0.5 x 9 inches

It only takes a few taps on a mobile device for a curious young child to find an endless supply of deviant, hard-core, and addicting pornography—all for free. Unfortunately, many young kids are being exposed to pornography without the slightest clue that it can damage their developing minds.Good Pictures Bad Pictures is a comfortable, read-aloud story about a mom and dad who teach their child what pornography is, why it’s dangerous, and how to reject it. Using easy-to-understand science and...

Hurricanes. Floods. Earthquakes. Tornadoes. Death. Fires. Car accidents. Job loss. Power outages. These natural disasters and emergencies often happen in an instant. Prepare your family for any crisis with tips and ideas from Emergency Preparedness. Master the skills of emergency first-aid, creating an evacuation plan, and building an adequate food storage supply. Use this practical guide to minimize the chaos of any emergency and have peace of mind.Paperback160 pages6 x 0.6 x 9.1 inchesAlso...

A colorful and engaging new activity book for parents and teachers to help their child learn timeless values including respect, faith, responsibility, joy and many more! With 52 scriptures from the Bible, stories, crafts, and a CD so you can print off activities, your child can focus on a particular virtue each week and enjoy learning all year long!

It’s time for “the talk.” Teach your children the truth about sexual intimacy in a world of shifting values and ideas. With expert advice and age-appropriate wording, you learn how to use the temple as a beautiful analogy to discuss with your kids the sacred subject of sex. Timely and clear, this book is a must-read for parents, teachers, and leaders.Paperback224 pages9 x 6 x 0.5 inches

We all know kids don't come with a manual and so far there's no app for fatherhood, but that doesn't mean you should parent empty-handed. Whether you're a dad to tots or teens, these simple but effective rules are here to help. Now you can apply the essential basics great fathers rely on every day and finally feel like you've earned that "World's Best Dad" mug.Paperback128 pages7 x 4.3 x 0.4 inches

You don't need to be an expert to be a good mom; you just need the Lord's help. Learn how to seek out the best parenting Guide—the Holy Ghost—in this insightful and inspiring book. With personal stories, research, and interviews, this is every mother's must-read handbook for finding answers and keeping the Spirit in her home.Paperback176 pages6 x 0.6 x 8.9 inches

No one group has more power to change the world than moms. They're the true superheroes behind all those favorite birthday parties, winning touchdowns, and A+ science projects. Celebrating the unforgettable moments in motherhood, this book features real stories of real moms who are making the world better. Inspiring, motivating, and uplifting, this is a book every mom can appreciate.

Working to stretch your budget? With their expert coupon strategies, menu planning, and other household management skills, Stockpiling Moms are the answer! Straight from their award winning blog to your hands and home, they've compiled their best loved tips and tricks just for you. They know what it takes to live a frugal lifestyle within a budget, and now you can too!

Motherhood or a career? Which one truly matters? Both are important in their own way, but in Choosing Motherhood learn how these bright, young LDS women from the Yale community, while their peers were putting off motherhood or forgetting it entirely, decided to become mothers and make an eternal difference in the lives of their children and their communities.Hardcover176 pages1 x 6 x 8.5 inches

Get the parenting results you want without stepping into the battle zone. Popular blogger, professor, and TV panelist Julie K. Nelson combines her professional expertise with her personal experience as a mom of five in this book. Humorous, insightful, and authentic, this must-read will help you enforce rules without manipulation or coercion, so you can be the parent you’ve always wanted to be.Paperback176 pages9 x 6 x 0.7 inches

The world could end at any moment. Are you ready? Larry Mullins gives a no-nonsense guide to dealing with worst-case—and even apocalyptic—scenarios. He offers tools and guidelines to help prepare you for anything at any time. Protect yourself and your loved ones when it hits the fan.Paperback256 pages5.9 x 0.6 x 8.9 inches

No matter the disaster, you’re caught prepared. From food storage, to sanitation, to emergency power, this easy-to-follow preparedness guide is so practical that no family can do without it. In 25 easy-to-implement steps, this book teaches you exactly what to do now to protect your family and give you peace of mind for years to come.Paperback128 pages6 x 0.5 x 8.9 inches

The perfect Mother's Day book is finally here! This witty take on what it means to be a mother will leave you with aching sides and a full heart. From the exciting and awkward changes of pregnancy to the quirky ups and downs of raising teenagers, Mother's Daze is full of humorous stories and everyday realities that mothers of all ages will relate to. Author Jane Still uses her own mothering experience and her frank wit to celebrate the honest-to-goodness truth about the most difficult-and...

From Centre Court at Wimbledon to head tennis coach at BYU, Brad Pearce has won plenty of matches. His most important victories, however, have come as he’s watched his children become successful. Now he shares his wisdom in lessons that apply on and off the court. Perfect for parents who want to up their game and help their children reach their true potential!

With thirteen children and twenty-six grandchildren (and counting!), Marlene Ellingson has spent a lifetime figuring out how to become a better parent. Perhaps not surprisingly, the best answers come from a perfect parent—our Father in Heaven. Learn how to follow His example as you read through this book full of true-to-life experiences and practical daily parenting wisdom.