John is reading a new book series called “Nick and Tesla.” They are eleven year old twins that solve science mysteries. This month’s book report for John’s class has to be a mystery book. We were very happy that John was able to read one of these books for his report. Book reports for John’s… Continue reading Robots
Daddy and John went to the library tonight to pick up some more books. John found a new series he likes and he is currently on book three. Daddy took John tonight to get the next book and to take a look at some new books. John came home and showed me his latest library… Continue reading New book
In the the car tonight, Gillian asked “Can I have my own computer?” I laughed and said “What are you going to do on the computer?” She said “Reading Eggs. I do Reading Eggs in technology. I want a computer to do it at home.” I said “You can use my laptop. Just like Johnny… Continue reading The computer
When Daddy picked up John from Time Plus today, he found him reading Calvin & Hobbes in the school library. In the car, Daddy told him “You know Granddad gave me those books when I was younger. I have them at home.” John was super excited to hear this and as soon as they got… Continue reading Calvin & Hobbes
John and Gillian both have monthly subscriptions to Highlights. Thankfully they both get their own magazine, because they both want to find the hidden pictures or point out all the wacky things. Plus when they are done, they switch. This morning I found them eating breakfast and checking out their Highlights magazines.
Every night this week, we have given the kids some extra time before bed to read books. Tonight I asked Gillian to read me a story. She picked Cinderella. I recorded her telling the story. I hope you enjoy it. I did.
During the snow day yesterday, I tried to entertain the kids with as many activities as possible. We started the day with Playdough. The kids used Gillian’s new Playdough set and they made cakes and frosted them. The kids then got to play for a little bit. I went to find them to start our… Continue reading Snow day
Tonight for homework, John had to read a story and then answer some questions. The story was about two sisters, Rosa and Blanca. They both had gardens and picked all types of vegetables. One of the vegetables was a chile pepper. John was putting a lot of emphasis on the e. Daddy and I giggled. … Continue reading Chile
Tonight, I read John a chapter out of “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire.” At the end of the chapter, the Weasley twins were teasing their older brother about getting dragon dung sent to him at the office. Here’s the passage: So I read it to John and he laughs. Daddy says “Do you… Continue reading Laughing
Wednesdays can be a little crazy for me. I drop Gillian off at school so that I canget to work early so I can leave early to pick up the kids. Daddy works late on Wednesdays so I need to get both kids, make dinner, do homework and baths. Most days I just get caught… Continue reading The little moments
John and Gill went up a hill 