As a Christian, I believe that everyday should start with prayer and acknowledging my dependence on my Savior. I do try to begin our homeschool day in the same manner. We study God’s Word, pray, and even sing some fun children’s songs. Yet, sometimes the busy- ness of our day will rob this time. A dentist appointment, and unexpected visitor…To be honest, I noticed that our days tend to go much more smoothly when we spend a few moments having “Bible” time. We make it fun, not too deep… (only what a 5 year old can handle) and focus on living our lives in a way that is pleasing unto the Lord.
There are some really awesome curriculum kits out there that can make your Bible time – easy and fun. One of my favorites is Positive Action for Christ… I have used several different levels of their curriculum… I just adjust it for whatever grade I am teaching.
The Explorer’s Bible Study is also a great Bible curriculum for children’s individual study. Great if you don’t like “teaching.”
The What We Believe Series by Apologia Press also looks like a great curriculum. Haven’t tried this one… but I love Apologia’s other stuff!
Also BJU and ABEKA have great Bible curriculum… you can even get ABEKA’s on DVD… though the teachers may look a bit dated… they really are good teachers. My children learned a lot when we used the DVD series!
Thank you so much for reminding us all of the importance of including the Bible in our curriculum. We have used BJU and really enjoyed it. I look forward to trying some of your other suggestions. The days certainly do seem to go more smoothly when we include prayers and thanksgivings.
Allia