Journey with Jesus (Gospel Light; 2006) is a thirteen session course for preschool & elementary age children, that may be used independently or in a co-op or group setting. The ‘journey’ is a tour through the 13 cities where Jesus’ ministry came alive.

Outlines are provided with suggested schedules for 45-90 minute class sessions which are based on learning center activities. Learning centers include: Bible story center, game center, art center, worship center and coloring/puzzle center. The program is adaptable to each family or group’s individual tastes or needs. A Journey with Jesus music CD is included in the guide and may be copied for each child to take home (if you choose to do a co-operative).

For those who desire to partner with others in this study you will be pleased to know that the guide includes everything you need to know about recruiting parent teachers and promoting the class as a co-op, to class preparation and instruction information. A full scope & sequence is provided on page 11.

Each lesson is carefully laid out and includes:

Teacher’s Devotional
This section provides the background information for the lesson and proposes ideas for you to ponder to help the section come alive for both you and your students.

God’s Word
A bible memory verse and alternate paraphrased verse for younger children. Plus the key point, such as lesson one, which is “God’s promises always come true.”

Planning Page
Overview of the learning centers listed above.

Lesson information:
Detailed ideas and instruction for each of the learning centers listed above plus bonus theme ideas which can be used at any time during the session as an additional activity center, to extend the session to fill time, or just for added fun.

You may download 14 sample pages here.
Journey with Jesus retails for $39.99

Karin Katherine is a proud stay-at-home mother of four who feels blessed to be the mother of 5 year old fraternal twin boys and two daughters, ages three and 10 months. You are invited to follow her homeschooling adventures at www.PassportAcademy.com and her adventures as a mother, wife, homemaker, decorator and organizer at www.MommyMattersBlog.com