This time to the Center of Puppetry Arts. Can’t wait to see Benjamin’s and Bella’s faces when they see those huge puppets floating across the stage. I wanted to ride the bus with them, but they are out of seats since both K and 1st graders are going. Now comes the anxiety, I’m not allowed to car pool the kids so the next best thing is to follow the bus. Oh well at least they will be on the same one. I guess I have to let go and let them experience it with their classmates, ugh when can I stop worrying about my kids, from what I hear NEVER! The trip is scheduled for next Tuesday, can’t wait to share that experience!
So on to multiplication…I remember learning it in fourth grade, my oldest is in the 3rd and they are pushing it hard. He has to finish 100 problems in 5 minutes by December 17th or he will not be able to participate the multiplication party. He’s already told me that he just can’t do it that fast. What to do? Well we’ve been doing flash cards, tic tac toe, tables, multiplication card games. He knows them verbally, it’s writing on paper that screws him up. I see him stressing big time, so I pulled him aside and said it’s okay. It’s okay if you don’t make it to the party…all you can do is do your best. What I also wanted to say “don’t worry that’s what calculators are for” LOL…just need to keep sending him positive vibes and continue helping.