Inspiring Virtue Through Storytelling with Jeff Minick
Jordan LangdonWhat if the secret to raising virtuous children isn't found in lectures or lessons, but in the stories we share? When educator and father Jeff Minnick recalls the tale of "The Countess and the Impossible" – a story about a boy striving for excellence in lawn-mowing that shaped his work ethic for six decades – we glimpse the extraordinary power of literature in character formation.
In this episode we discuss:
• Stories serve as powerful examples children naturally want to emulate
• Reading aloud to children for just 15 minutes daily creates crucial bonding time while building language skills
• Classic books like Little House on the Prairie and Anne of Green Gables teach virtue without preaching
• Parents can find quality book recommendations through resources like "Honey for a Child's Heart", "Honey for a Teens Heart", and "Books Children Love"
• Poetry helps develop language patterns and moral lessons that stay with children throughout life
• It's never too late to start reading aloud with children, even with teenagers
Reclaim your role as the primary educator of faith and morals by sharing great stories with your children today.
Be sure to check out Jeff Minick's articles on The Epoch Times website and Intellectual Takeout.
