I want my children to be healthy and strong. I want them to be energetic so they can learn and serve others without wearing down. What they fuel their bodies with is an important part of this equation. So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” 1 Corinthians 10:31 ESV Where Did I Go Wrong? I am … [Read more...]
Memoirs of a Former Public School Teacher
We talk about homeschool as part of this blog because it is a natural way for us to live out the Minivan Ministry mission: to help you make Jesus the driving force in your family. And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, and … [Read more...]
The Top 5 Things Children Should Learn This School Year
The beginning of a new school year is exciting. In You’ve Got Mail, Tom Hanks told Meg Ryan that he wished he could send her a “bouquet of newly sharpened pencils.” What an awesome idea! Of course, this is coming from the lady who slept with a can of Crayolas as a child. When you walk by the school supplies sales, it gets my heart … [Read more...]
Science Curriculum and More
True confessions: I am not a scientist. In fact, science was probably my worst subject in school. I literally prayed my way through biology in college. One of my favorite quotes of all time is from the show Joey (the short-lived spin-off of Friends), when he said, “It’s like science. It can’t be explained.” Apologia Science … [Read more...]
Car Schooling
Whether you are a homeschooler or not, most of us probably have one thing in common...lots of time spent in the car. We call it “car schooling.” Car time is great for deep discussions, fun travel games, or even a little relaxation from time to time. Car schooling is a great time for music. We love to sing, and even dance, in the car. … [Read more...]
Start Your Day On the Right Foot
School will be back in session soon. Setting the tone for the year can make a huge difference. Starting each day on the right foot can make a big difference too. Here are a few suggestions that might help you get started on the right foot... Prayer A new year is a reminder to pray for our school and try to plan … [Read more...]
Fifteen Minute Music Lessons
*I was given access to Fifteen Minute Music Lessons in exchange for an honest review. I was also given another copy to give away on my blog. Although I was given this book, 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. The Importance of Music I don’t know … [Read more...]
Summer Planning
The lazy days of summer are fantastic. If you are a nerd like me, however, you get pretty excited about using all that extra time to plan! There are lots of fun things to plan--summer activities, meals, household projects. I have been chomping at the bit to begin planning our next homeschool year. It's enough to make a girl pull out her Happy … [Read more...]
Memorizing Scripture–It’s Fun!
What if there was a way to take what you are learning on Sunday mornings or in your Bible studies, bottle it up, and lock it away inside your heart? There is--memorizing scripture!! The Holy Spirit lives in us. He can make the scriptures we have stored away in our hearts spring into action just when we need them. In fact, there are lots of … [Read more...]
A Picnic with Frog and Toad
What would a Picnic Parade be without our good friends Frog and Toad? Unless you have been hiding under a rock, you probably know about this amazing classic series. (And if you have been under a rock, perhaps you met a frog and toad there!) This series was perfect for my beginning reader. Hopefully it will be great for your’s too! The Frog … [Read more...]
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