Jeff Minick
Author
Jeff Minick has four children and a growing platoon of grandchildren. For 20 years, he taught history, literature, and Latin to seminars of homeschooling students in Asheville, N.C. He is the author of two novels, “Amanda Bell” and “Dust on Their Wings,” and two works of nonfiction, “Learning as I Go” and “Movies Make the Man.” Today, he lives and writes in Front Royal, Va.
LATEST
Our Pioneer Heritage Is a Part of the American DNA
Unsettled hearts and restless feet have spurred Americans in their quest for new lives across oceans and state lines throughout history.
When the Lone Eagle Became a Phoenix
In this installment of ‘When Character Counted,’ we learn that Charles Lindbergh demonstrated his love of country at the risk of his life.
Voices From the Graveyard: Rudyard Kipling’s ‘Epitaphs of the War’
After his only son was killed in action, grief-stricken Rudyard Kipling created poetic epitaphs for soldiers lost in the horrific battles of World War I.
Is Our Character Set in Cement? Chuck Colson’s Story Says No
In this installment of ‘When Character Counted,’ we meet Nixon’s ‘hatchet man’ who became a bringer of light to prisoners and countless others.
Memorial Day: A Day to Remember Who We Are
Here are some ways to honor those who sacrificed their lives for our freedoms.
Setbacks and Comebacks Make for Beautiful 2nd Acts
You don’t need a perfect past to build a good future.
Grads After Graduation: Some Gifts to Bolster Morale and Keep Them Moving Forward
A special note or care package can cheer a young graduate in the short term and give him or her memories that may last a lifetime.
The Forgotten ‘R’: 3 Ways to Boost Your Child’s Writing Skills This Summer
Despite being an essential life skill, writing is often overlooked in school. At-home exercises like journaling can help your child develop it.
