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I Am Cyrus – Part 2

Can you imagine a more interesting creature than a snail. How about having your children build a snail or slug race course. Next, we talk about teaching through the fall holidays beginning with Columbus Day, Veterans and Thanksgiving. During the

Can you imagine a more interesting creature than a snail. How about having your children build a snail or slug race course. Next, we talk about teaching through the fall holidays beginning with Columbus Day, Veterans and Thanksgiving. During the second half, Dr. Von Buseck tells us a story from his book. "As a vote approached in the fledgling United Nations, pressure mounted. Truman slammed the White House doors shut to all who wanted to discuss Jewish statehood. Could anyone persuade the most powerful man in the world to reconsider?" Read Less

I Am Cyrus – Part 1

The show begins with a devotional about quail. The analogy is how God takes care of His creation. There are some cute quail crafts posted on Pinterest@mrgamblin2 on the Windows on Gods World Board. During curriculum corner we begin our discussion on

The show begins with a devotional about quail. The analogy is how God takes care of His creation. There are some cute quail crafts posted on Pinterest@mrgamblin2 on the Windows on Gods World Board. During curriculum corner we begin our discussion on learning through the holidays. Today we look at Memorial Day, Father's Day, Forth of July and Labor Day. During the second half of the show, we interview Dr. Craig Von Buseck who wrote about Harry S. Truman. He explains that, near the end of WWII, an unlikely man rose to the presidency of the United States. Harry S. Truman, a farmer and failed business owner, would decide, not only the fate of Jewish survivors, but also the future of their homeland. Read Less

Red Hot Faith

If you're tired of being pulled into a swirling, lukewarm routine of life that keeps you from experiencing God's best, Red Hot Faith is for you. Join us as Cindy talks about the exciting journey to the land of the Bible to explore the early church of

If you're tired of being pulled into a swirling, lukewarm routine of life that keeps you from experiencing God's best, Red Hot Faith is for you. Join us as Cindy talks about the exciting journey to the land of the Bible to explore the early church of Laodicea (Revelation 3:14-22). Just like us, the people in that church struggled with trying to "juggle it all" and moving out of their comfort zones. Read Less

Blink and Slinky – Part 2

Wolves in sheep clothing. A saying that we believe means someone who looks good on the outside but has a mean spirit on the inside. These types of people purposely wreak havoc in groups. Yet, the wolf is an interesting animal to study. During the

Wolves in sheep clothing. A saying that we believe means someone who looks good on the outside but has a mean spirit on the inside. These types of people purposely wreak havoc in groups. Yet, the wolf is an interesting animal to study. During the second half of the show, we conclude our interview with Donna Frisinger and learn more about Bink and Slinky as they explore the story of Joseph. Read Less

Christmas Adventure – Part 1

A wandering Albatross is thought to be a harbinger of bad weather. What do you think? Learn more about the Albatross and be sure and go to Pinterest@mrgamblin2 to learn even more and get fun craft ideas. You'll love our interview with Donna Frisinger

A wandering Albatross is thought to be a harbinger of bad weather. What do you think? Learn more about the Albatross and be sure and go to Pinterest@mrgamblin2 to learn even more and get fun craft ideas. You'll love our interview with Donna Frisinger as she talks about her books with the characters Bink and Slinky. These two snails have to make it into Noah's ark and begin the fun series on timeless Bible themes. Read Less

The Bible Crate – Part 2

Today's devotional is about cells. A great thematic science study. Make those edible cell models. You'll enjoy hearing your students talk about the parts of the cell as they decide which item most closely resembles organelles such as mitochondria or

Today's devotional is about cells. A great thematic science study. Make those edible cell models. You'll enjoy hearing your students talk about the parts of the cell as they decide which item most closely resembles organelles such as mitochondria or Golgi bodies. In the second half we further unpack The Bible Crate. This curriculum comes in a box and boasts that it is hands off for Mom, and hands on for kids. Read Less

Good and True

Let's talk about natural remedies. How can we help our children be healthy without filling them full of drugs? During our Arts-n-Crafts sections we look at some things we can find outside or around the house that help to soothe a sick stomach or bad

Let's talk about natural remedies. How can we help our children be healthy without filling them full of drugs? During our Arts-n-Crafts sections we look at some things we can find outside or around the house that help to soothe a sick stomach or bad cold. In the second half of the show, we interview Brian Gallagher. He has developed a Bible Curriculum and it comes in a crate--The Bible Crate. Read Less

Larry Boy

Here is an interview pulled from our archives and is certainly worth repeating. Michael Lewis Nawrocki (born July 8, 1966) is an American director, animator, writer, lyricist, and voice actor best known as the co-creator of the long-running,

Here is an interview pulled from our archives and is certainly worth repeating. Michael Lewis Nawrocki (born July 8, 1966) is an American director, animator, writer, lyricist, and voice actor best known as the co-creator of the long-running, Christian video series, Veggie Tales where he voiced Larry the Cucumber. He voiced many other main characters on the show, including Jerry Gourd, and Jean-Claude Pea, and other various characters, is the co-founder of Big Idea Entertainment alongside Phil Vischer, and currently serves as the Executive Vice President of the company. Read Less

Losing Her, Finding Me – Part 2

What lessons can we possibly learn from pesky Mosquitos? Today we shall find out. During our craft time we learned how to make a craft mosquito that makes a buzzing sound. All of these experiential learning ideas help families with multi-age

What lessons can we possibly learn from pesky Mosquitos? Today we shall find out. During our craft time we learned how to make a craft mosquito that makes a buzzing sound. All of these experiential learning ideas help families with multi-age children, and provides ideas for science, history, art, and Bible integration. Don't miss the last part of our interview with Michell Rohlf. Who realized how in her sorrow at her daughter disenfranchisement, gained a stronger relationship with God. Read Less