Educational Play Day Please

Last week I joined Carlee's class on a fun educational trip.

I was partnered with Carlee and her BFF (yay)! 

Aside from Carlee feeling bad, we had a great time.

I loved this location.  

I have never been before but I would love to take the girls back this summer.

There is definitely a lot to play! 

 The pizza restaurant had seating for the patrons with a menu, as well as a place to check out and pay.

 Dressing at Nana's House.

Outdoor Swinging

Water Science:

kids were soaked after this room

My best teaching buddy and her baby....

do you love his glasses?  

Time for the Doctor- 

No line, No Waiting

They had an area with all the newborn babies to weigh, dress, and check.  

I needed help too!  

(don't worry I just borrowed the crutches but no one really wanted knew what to do.  I don't think kids know how to really play pretend.)

When I saw this playground, I nearly DIED.

Apparently,  it contains two European-imported 30-foot-tall Neptune XXL Climbers connected by a suspended net tunnel at a height of 25 feet (the only ones of their kind in the world) and designed in a way that is impossible for a child to fall and get hurt.  

It almost makes me want to be thin enough to test that theory.  I'm pretty sure I could find a way to get hurt up there.

There were plenty of children that got stuck at the top (including my kid) but there were also a few brave teachers who climbed up there to get them too.   The boy in the red shirt here-

had zero fear and I believe he might be Spiderman's son.

DRAMA

and the girls begin a little tune.

Behind this curtain was costumes, dressings, and other props to put on a performance.  

Big Rig Time

(watch out, these ladies are taking over the road)

Just in time for a Train Tea Party

What a fun day!

I vote our state brings back MORE play to the educational day.

It was a blast.

Educational Day Out

What. A. Year. And it is almost over.

As you know, I made the change from primary school to middle school this year (more on that later).  One of the biggest concerns I had with my big move was: Connor.  Not only would I be following my pre-teen son to middle school but I would also be responsible for implementing his interventions and progress.  To be honest I had no idea how it would go but if you have ever spent anytime with me and Connor, well this pretty much sums it up: 

At the end of this school year, I can tell you that I have learned a lot of awesome things, met a lot of awesome people, but 100% the most awesome part of this year was being near my son (I know, can you believe it!?).  I am very proud of him.

Actually Connor and Carlee have both had a great school year and I am so thankful that my job allowed me to be a part of it.  I know Darren's job makes it difficult for him to take part in field trips/events, so I really appreciate it more. 

Here are a few highlights from our educational days out.  

 Super Stoked to Watch the DASH Game

Score

I got one pink bat and one black bat.  

#goDASH

Bolt the Mascot  

I love this picture.

100% boy joy

Science Center

Carlee's Favorite:  Sting Ray Petting

(after all the children boarded the bus, we stayed behind and went back to pet some more)

Three Amigas & Fashionestas

JAWS

Dino Exhibit

 Glow in the Dark Fish

I absolutely loved spending the day with my doll and her class!  

We learned so much and had a blast (it's also really, really awesome when the kids get sooooo excited that you are with them).  :)

Do what you can to take an Educational Day Out!  You won't regret it.