Saturday, June 19, 2010

Noah's Last Day of School!

Noah has finished his first year of Preschool. They had a water day so dad dressed him with with swim clothes underneath. Of course, Micah had to dress too!


Noah's Teachers: Mrs. Bobbie and Mrs. Kim


...I rule this school!
Noah's Final Child Evaluation from School:
For Noah, this year has brought about much physical and social/emotional growth. Noah interacted well with his peers with the exception of a few biting incidents. He easily made friends and enjoyed playing in groups or by himself. Noah started off the year being very shy and soft-spoken. It took him a while to become comfortable with his teachers.
During indoor classroom time, Noah always knows what he wants to participate in. He can spend a lot of time engaged in one activity. Noah enjoys doing puzzles, building with Legos, and pretending that he is making food in the dramatic play area. He also loves to paint. Noah takes his time and is very particular about the colors he wants to use and about using up the whole page.
Noah is extremely bright and loves learning. Noah's favorite thing to do in class is circle time. This is when we are reading stories and singing songs. We are learning the calendar and doing Zoophonics. He just shines during this time. Noah is writing his name. He has good control over scissors and writing implements.
During outside time, Noah is riding bikes and playing in the sand and wood chips. He is also out there running, jumping, and climbing with all his friends.
Recommendations for Next Year:
It has been a pleasure having Noah in class and being able to watch his growth. He is definitely ready to move forward. I know he will do well.
(Behind these sentiments from his teacher, are two VERY PROUD PARENTS)

There's a First for Everything... This edition, BEACH!

Noah and Micah FINALLY got to see the ocean in person. As we were driving, the ocean was on the left hand side and Noah was "ooohhhhing" and "aaaahhhhing" wereas Micah was looking out the right hand side towards a field and little ponds of water and was overjoyed at the sight of what he thought was the ocean.

Noah and Micah's first impression of walking on sand... Noah said it was really hard to walk and Micah took one step, froze, and made an "Ick" face! Much to our surprise, Micah really didn't like events of the Beach. Turns out he is just like his mommy and was completely content sitting on the blanket watching everyone else while being bundled in a sweatshirt and towels. Who knew!

Priorities... SUNBLOCK!

Nothing says "good times" like PB&J sandwiches...

Noah's first to go in....
Wow, it's cold!!!
Hi Mom!!!!
...Now Micah!
Oh no....
Yeah, I'm DONE!!!!!

Hanging out with Mommy!
Finally, the day wouldn't be complete without Matt paying homage to the Iowa Hawkeyes, Go Hawks!