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Bible Road Trip (Thinking Kids Press)

A 3-year, whole-Bible survey for PreK-12 with leveled notebooking journals so the family studies together.

Updated September 2026 · 8 sources

GradesPreK–12th
TraditionBroadly Christian; the author keeps it general rather than denominational
TranslationAny (reads from your own Bible; no required translation)
ApproachDaily Bible reading schedule, memory verses, notebooking, crafts and prayer for other countries
Who teachesThe parent teaches
Parent prepLow to moderate (open-and-go weekly plan, but lots of PDF printing and gathering library books or crafts)
Screen timeMostly offline (books and paper)
Video lessonsAvailable: weekly suggestions include videos or books, but none are required
Cost$60: Year One digital curriculum ($35) + one child's notebooking journal ($25) (source)
PlacementThinking Kids Press: levels by grade (K, 1-3, 4-6, 7-9, 10-12)
Start at Year One; the Family edition covers all ages in one guide

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What parents say

Parents like that one affordable download covers the whole family at five levels, uses the Bible itself as the main text, and teaches each book in order. Complaints are mostly practical: hundreds of pages to print, extra library or video resources to track down, and some editing for sensitive material. One long-time user says it holds up for mixed ages and can be slowed down.

Parents love

  • Family license: print as many journals as you need for the household
  • One book-by-book study for every age from preschool to high school
  • Low cost for three years of material

Common complaints

  • Hundreds of pages to print for journals
  • Year One covers only Genesis to Esther; the full survey takes three years
  • Doesn't teach doctrine or a catechism, so add that if you want it

Who it fits

Best for

  • Nondenominational. Reviewers say it avoids one denominational theology
  • Workbook and memory work. Leveled notebooking journals of hundreds of pages
  • Read through the whole Bible. Reads through the whole Bible book by book over three years
  • Yes, siblings together. Five levels, PreK through 12th, so siblings study the same books
  • Mostly offline. Mostly books and hands-on work
  • Some screen time. Books-based, little screen time
  • Some: 20–30 min daily. Short daily sessions plus a weekly project

Less suited for

  • No strong drawbacks for any answer

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How does Bible Road Trip (Thinking Kids Press) teach the Bible?

Bible Road Trip (Thinking Kids Press) is described as daily Bible reading schedule, memory verses, notebooking, crafts and prayer for other countries. Parent prep: low to moderate (open-and-go weekly plan, but lots of PDF printing and gathering library books or crafts).

What grades does Bible Road Trip (Thinking Kids Press) cover?

Bible Road Trip (Thinking Kids Press) covers grades PreK–12th.

How much does Bible Road Trip (Thinking Kids Press) cost?

$60: Year One digital curriculum ($35) + one child's notebooking journal ($25). Prices were checked on publisher or retailer pages in September 2026; check current prices before buying.

What Christian tradition is Bible Road Trip (Thinking Kids Press) written from?

Broadly Christian; the author keeps it general rather than denominational.

Which Bible translation does Bible Road Trip (Thinking Kids Press) use?

Any (reads from your own Bible; no required translation).

Can siblings use Bible Road Trip (Thinking Kids Press) together?

Yes. Five levels, PreK through 12th, so siblings study the same books

Is Bible Road Trip (Thinking Kids Press) online?

Mostly offline (books and paper). The parent teaches.

Does Bible Road Trip (Thinking Kids Press) have a placement test?

Yes. Thinking Kids Press: levels by grade (K, 1-3, 4-6, 7-9, 10-12). Start at Year One; the Family edition covers all ages in one guide

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