Here is some more iconic fall fun with...popcorn! Have fun with this outline. Feel free to add your own unique twists and share them in the comments below! Whooo is God? An Autumn Family Bible Adventure Popcorn: God Can Change Us From the Inside Out Intro: Do you like popcorn? Do you know what makes popcorn pop? Popcorn pops when the … [Read more...]
Whooo is God? An Autumn Family Bible Adventure: Squirrels and Acorns
Today’s adventure…squirrels and acorns! I have provided a basic outline, not a word-for-word format, because your children will enjoy hearing things from your perspective. Thier answers and understanding will dictate how deep your conversations go and what direction they will take. Have fun! Whooo is God? An Autumn Family Bible … [Read more...]
Whooo is God? An Autumn Family Bible Adventure: Owls
Today’s adventure…OWLS! I have provided a basic outline, not a word-for-word format, because your children will enjoy hearing things from your perspective. Their answers and understanding will dictate how deep your conversations go and how long you may spend on each activity. Feel free to pick and choose. Have fun! Whooo is God? An Autumn … [Read more...]
Whooo is God? An Autumn Family Bible Adventure: S’mores
Today’s adventure…SMORES! This yummy treat can be eaten any time of year, but our family enjoys this rich, warm goodness most at a fall family campout. I have provided a basic outline, not a word-for-word format, because your children will enjoy hearing things from your perspective. Thier answers and understanding will dictate how deep your … [Read more...]
Whooo is God? An Autumn Family Bible Adventure: Apples
Here is some more iconic fall fun with apples! I have provided a basic outline, not a word-for-word format, because your children will enjoy hearing things from your perspective. Thier answers and understanding will dictate how deep your conversations go and what direction they will take. Have fun! Whooo is God? An Autumn Family Bible … [Read more...]
How to Turn Everyday Moments into Opportunities to Share God with Your Children
How many seasons have you passed through and thought, “Oh no! I really wanted to ________ but I never got around to it!” God has placed us in this time with these children, knowing that our lives were going to be busy. God created us, and our children, and put us together to experience this world. “...And who knows whether you have not come … [Read more...]
To Huddle or Not to Huddle?
As Christians and homeschoolers we are often accused of living “in the bubble” or “holy huddle.” For me, this stirs reactions on both sides of the coin. The Positive As homeschoolers, we obviously don’t have the public school community. We do have a homeschool co-op, a Bible study, a community homeschool group, a field trip group, and a … [Read more...]
How to Have a Million Dollar Birthday on a Shoestring Budget
I love a good party. The cuteness of the coordinating plates, napkins, silverware and decorations get my blood pumping. At those times of year, Pinterest is my best friend. But my wallet is not. Somehow I seem to justify the extra expense by saying that this time only comes around once a year. Each of my children do need to know how uniquely … [Read more...]
Oikos–It’s Not Just a Yogurt!
You may have heard the word “oikos” spoken in church lately. (If not, keep reading. This still applies to you!) If you did, more than likely they weren’t talking about yogurt. Technically, “oikos” is the greek word used in the new testament to describe extended family. It typically could have included 15-35 family members--not just those who … [Read more...]
When Inconveniencing Someone is a Good Idea
It was a couple days before my dad’s 70th birthday. This is a HUGE milestone for anyone, but especially for Dad. You see, we almost lost Dad several times. I was just a fifth grader when he had his first heart attack. Not to mention that he nearly died as one of the very first people diagnosed with Chron's Disease. Insert several other … [Read more...]
