By Editorial Team
As the carefree days of summer wind down, our family looks forward to creating a new family rhythm. It’s a tradition of sorts. One that consists of setting new schedules and boundaries as the children grow and mature. A chance to have some “do-overs” and make new memories. During this annual reset, God always gives […]
By Jessica Wolstenholm
Looking for laid-back, rainy day, or road trip activities for your family? Here’s how to create a summer playlist for kids on Minno. Summer is here! School is out (or almost!) and while the sunshine, swimming pool, and other adventures await you outdoors, everyone needs a plan for rainy days, quiet time, and those moments […]
By Melanie Norman
Summer is the perfect time to get out and serve others!! With most of the nation experiencing warmer temperatures, it’s a great opportunity for families to spend time together giving back to their community outdoors. Giving back with your family makes the experience that much more valuable. Whether you have a green thumb or just […]
By Editorial Team
We are approaching that point in the summer when school feels like a fever dream. It’s been so long since kids were in class and yet in many parts of the country we are still over a month away from getting back into the routine of the school year. In the meantime, parents may be […]
By Melanie Norman
“Oh no Melanie,” my mother said. “We are walking right back into Mr. Johnson’s store and you are picking up that litter and you need to apologize!” I was 9 years old and on summer break. Mr. Johnson owned a local grocery store, and every Monday my mother and I would pick up the groceries […]
By Editorial Team
The Summer Olympics are back and to celebrate we’ve created the Minno Family Summer Games! We want to help your family take a break from all of the stress that’s come with the season just been through and thoughts about going back-to-school. Download and print our Minno Family Summer Games Pack to plan your own […]
By Melanie Rainer
Americans love a reason to celebrate! Is there any other national holiday that is quite as exciting as the 4th of July? Close your eyes and think about the many Independence Days you have celebrated. What comes to mind? Barbecues, sunshine, lemonade, the feeling of grass beneath your feet, horseshoes, pie-eating contests, hot dogs, swimming, […]
By Melanie Rainer
School’s out for summer! This means long, sometimes lazy days where a little screen time would give everyone a break . . . or busy, camp-and-sports-filled days that end with snacks and snuggles on the couch. Either way, Minno has your back this summer for quality Christian shows that your kids will love and will […]
By Melanie Norman
Summer is in full swing! The temperatures are rising, longer days mean more time outdoors and students everywhere are hanging up their backpacks as an adieu to the days of waking up early for school. Summer camps, baseball, swimming classes are now on a weekly rotation, and if your kids are anything like mine you […]
By Stephanie Thomas
Every now and then, I reminisce about Trash Can Basketball. Have you played? My cousin, Brock, made it up one summer when our parents were busy battling it out in an extended-family Canasta tournament and we kids were left to entertain ourselves. Here’s how it goes: Find yourself an empty bedroom with an empty trashcan […]