We have enjoyed lots of fun picnics, and this one is no exception. The difference is that this picnic was not just fun, but it was also a picnic with a purpose. We mixed great reading and themed food with helping others. The Book For today’s picnic, we read Who Was Mother Teresa? It's the perfect book for a picnic with a … [Read more...]
Join the Picnic Parade: The Sign Painter’s Dream
Welcome back to the Picnic Parade! While today's book may be a bit hard to buy, we were easily able to find a copy at our library. Used copies are available for purchase. There is also a Reading Rainbow Episode (Season 10, Episode 17) of A Sign Painter's Dream that you buy for only a couple of dollars. This story is just too good to pass up! … [Read more...]
Join the Picnic Parade: Picnic with the Dinosaurs
I hope you are enjoying our Picnic Parade! Every child goes through a phase in life when they are fascinated by dinosaurs. Regardless of age, there is always something new to learn about the unfamiliar world of dinosaurs. Join us on today’s picnic as we explore the world of dinosaurs! Location, Location, Location We decided that the best place … [Read more...]
Picnic Parade: The Trellis and the Seed
Today I welcome guest blogger Yvie from Gypsie Road to the Picnic Parade! She joined us last year as well, so check out her Land Run Days picnic as well! Spring is here, and we're focusing heavily on gardening. I think that, if you want the kids to understand plant growth, they should first understand basic plant anatomy. So we're taking a … [Read more...]
Join the Picnic Parade: Imagination Station’s “Light in the Lion’s Den”
Welcome to the Picnic Parade! It’s that time of year again, when everyone is either out of school and trying to keep kids reading, or they are trying to make the end of school fun. Enter the Picnic Parade! We are here to help you have fun and engage with some great literature. Over the next two weeks, you will be taken on a tour of great books … [Read more...]
Never Underestimate the Power of Worship for Moms and Babies
*This post contains affiliate links. Please read my full disclosure. By clicking them to make a purchase, it supports Minivan Ministries without any extra cost to you. It’s a win-win situation! Thanks a million! *I was given this book in turn for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Worship for babies? It sounds … [Read more...]
A Unique Spin on National Haiku Poetry Day
Did you know that April is National Poetry Month? More specifically, did you know that April 17th is National Haiku Poetry Day? Happy National Haiku Poetry Day! Even if you aren’t usually a poetry buff, National Poetry Month is a good excuse to break the mold and try something different. Perhaps a fun poetry tea time is in order? Or … [Read more...]
Once Upon a Time in the Bible
*I was given a copy of these Bibles in exchange for an honest review. Although I was given the products, all opinions are my own. I promise to always be truthful to you, my readers. I want to provide you with only the best resources. Who doesn’t love a good fairytale? Do you know what is even better? A great story that is true. This is … [Read more...]
3 Keys to Worshipful Living
Sometimes people come along that inspire you. They make you want to be a better person and reach your full potential. When you are truly blessed, they inspire you to draw closer to God. When that person is no longer with you, it is shocking to say the least. But if their life exemplified worshipful living, their impact will never … [Read more...]
Five Powerful Ideas for Filling Up Easter Baskets
Easter will be here soon, so it’s time to start thinking about how to fill up those baskets. If you want to avoid too much of a sugar rush, just what should you include? Easter is the most important holiday, so we like for our baskets to point to the meaning of the season. Sure we throw in some bubbles and sidewalk chalk, but we also want our … [Read more...]