FRUA Father Frost Celebration

This year we actually went on the correct day......unlike last year when I had the wrong day of the weekend and we missed the party and all the fun.

 

For an ice breaker this year -- they had three puzzles all separated in together in a bag.   As you entered the room everyone got a puzzle piece and you had to find the other people who had the same puzzle as you and be the first group to finish the puzzle.   What a neat idea and the kids love it.

We had a visit from Father Frost and the Snow Maiden also.   All the kids put their shoes out in the hall way and when they returned to get them.....there was a surprise for them.

We all had a good time and it was great to see all the kids and see how much they have grown.  These parties are always so much fun.   Hope to go again next year!

100th day of school

January 30th was the 100th day of school and John had to do a project that reflected 100.  This is what he came up with.....

If you can't tell what they are.....they are dog paw shaped noodles.   He was very excited that he was the only one in first grade to make something with paw shaped noodles.

A gift from Santa.....

Santa gave the kids horseback riding lessons.   (Thanks Groupon!)  

We were not sure if John would do it or not, but he did and liked it. 

Kristina is a natural (not surprising to us....it has to do with animals),

but John doesn't like it when the horse trotts.  He says his butt hurts.

 John on Rodney and Kristina on Joker.

 John on Fred.

 Kristina on Sebastain.

 Kristina on Sebastain.

John on Rodney.

We all went and watched the kids and loved seeing their facial expressions.  Big brother Keegan wanted to know why Santa didn't give him lessons too.   We said maybe because you already know how to ride and because he gave you a new i pod touch.  I guess you could trade if you want to.   He declined.