A busy day - full of fun

The kids thoroughly enjoyed themselves today. I was thrilled with many great book finds at a local curriculum sale along with the arrival of our new 'Picturing America' art series and they simply had a blast creating so many new things with the packaging material. Sometimes I wonder why I invest so much time and effort into preparing learning materials when they just want a box!?!

First up, they made a basketball court and hoop. Then they made a pony ride. Third, they created a house and played 'family.' Last, they made a stage and put on musicals and stunt filled performances. It was wonderful.

They also enjoyed a gift from one of the venders, a paper based stained glass replica art book. Luke mostly wanted to paint and Emily created many beautiful pictures. They didn't care about books or lessons, they just wanted to play and use their imagination. Luke kept requesting to paint all afternoon and was delighted with each creation. Oh... the simple things in life.

Tomorrow will be filled with excitement. We plan to attend our neighborhood egg hunt, complete a bird house at Home Depot, attend the Toys R Us Spring Party and lastly, enjoy an afternoon at a friend's birthday party! We will have a busy, yet fun-filled day for sure.