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Join the Picnic Parade: Picnic with the Dinosaurs

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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

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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...]

Never Underestimate the Power of Worship for Moms and Babies

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*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

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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...]

The Surprising Truth Behind 3 Easter Symbols

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Easter can be an amazing time for Christians. Jesus’ resurrection is the most important thing that we can ever celebrate.  The cross and Jesus as the sacrificial lamb are pretty easy symbols for us to understand.  The Easter Bunny, however, is not so straightforward.  Many Christians avoid these “extra” symbols at all costs.  Perhaps there is more … [Read more...]

8 Reasons You Don’t Want to Miss Holy Week

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What is Holy Week? As Christian parents, one thing we want our children to understand, even if they don’t understand anything else, is what Easter is all about.  Holy Week is the timeline of biblical events that happened the week leading up to Easter.  Celebrating Holy Week (also called Passion Week) can add a lot of meaning to your Easter … [Read more...]

Once Upon a Time in the Bible

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*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...]

Five Powerful Ideas for Filling Up Easter Baskets

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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...]

Family Bible Studies You Will Fall in Love With

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Doing Bible study with your family should be a top priority.  In a world that is screaming values that aren’t Christian friendly, it is important to get our families into the Bible daily.  Family Bible study can be a challenge though.  Where can you find resources that will help your children in their journey?  Luckily for you there are some family … [Read more...]

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