Category: School
Here we go, Grade 1
Primary blew by at the speed of light, and suddenly there was a little boy — a BIG little boy with a brand-new haircut — standing eagerly at the bus stop ready for Grade 1. I’m so eager for D to get home so… Continue Reading “Here we go, Grade 1”
Dear Primary parents
Dear first-time Primary parents, This is a big week for you, isn’t it? The first day of school is creeping up. You’re probably alternating between thrilled — pinning healthy lunch ideas and painting a chalkboard for them to proudly hold during those first-day-of-school pictures… Continue Reading “Dear Primary parents”
10 Questions I Want to Ask Tonight at Parent/Teacher
He’s a good boy, isn’t he?* Is he a good listener? Does he pay attention? (Like, at least as much as the other kids?) Is he keeping up with the work?** Is he being bullied by —–?*** Does his drawing seem above average? Isn’t… Continue Reading “10 Questions I Want to Ask Tonight at Parent/Teacher”
The inappropriate school drawing
Well, guys, you were going to get a blog post about something adult-y today, and then my five-year-old went and brought THIS home from school … There. Are. No. Words. Actually, no, there are words: Mortified! Horrified! All of the -ifieds! (More words: Why… Continue Reading “The inappropriate school drawing”
Learning to read
Our five-year-old is learning to read, and it is totally blowing my mind — but also making my arms sore. I knew he would learn to read once he entered Primary, but I guess I didn’t think it would happen so quickly! I don’t… Continue Reading “Learning to read”
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