Cabin Camping

Max's boy scout troop went cabin camping this weekend.  They were even able to bring electronics - pretty much every 11 year old boys dream come true.  These two have been scouts together since 1st grade! They are looking so grown up now.  I can't take it. 

 Other than the usual scouting type stuff the boys were able to make and launch rockets. 

 Once they were launched the rockets had parachutes and the boys tried to find theirs.  Max's rocket ended up in a tree, but he did report it went higher than any other. 

Safety House

One of our local fire departments has an amazing set up to help teach kids about fire safety.  We held a den meeting there on Friday when the boys were off school.

They started out exploring the fire trucks and ambulances.  Jack loved driving!

From there they watched a movie recreating a real fire.  They were smart and told the kids beforehand that everyone survived - it was pretty intense.

After the movie we went to a bedroom to talk about escape plans.  There was a fog machine that pumped smoke under the door.  The door also got warm to the touch.  The whole experience really was a great way to spark conversations about what to do in a fire.  We are very lucky to have such a great resource in our community!

Scouts Make Great Valentines

 Wednesday night for theri scout meeting Max's troop made valentines for a local retirement home.  They passed out the valentines to the residents as they enjoyed dinner.  It was even featured on a local interest new show this morning.  I'm so proud of this guy!

Jack's Class Party

I love attending class parties.  It is the teacher in me, but I just have so much fun helping the kids play a game, complete a craft, or read story.  I do have to admit that it's really nice just to show up the day of and not have to plan anything beforehand :)

 Jack and his friends made special pencil topper art creations that look like they are moving when you spin your pencil.  There was also a super fun relay race, a maze, and a station where they made a plant grow in a glove.  Hopefully those plants will have started growing by the time they are back at school on Tuesday. 

They finished by saying nice thing about their classmates.  It was super sweet.

City Museum

Sunday we braved one of my least favorite outings - the City Museum.  The boys had a blast exploring nad running around like crazy.  I was a nervous wreck. 

 We actually lost this guy for about 20 minutes - to the point where we approached an employee and they had everyone on the lookout for six year old Jack wearing a black shirt and brown pants :)

It was pretty warm - you know, for January - so these guys decided to check out some of the outdoor adventures.  This slide was crazy steep, but the both loved it!

Derby Day!

 William and Jack both raced a car in the pack Pinewood derby this year.  They had so much fun!  Nonna and Nonno were even on hand to see the whole thing. 

 Jack opted for the wonder wiggle model.  While he didn't place, he was still pretty excited to watch it race down the track.  He also had fun hanging out with his cute little Tiger Cub friends. 

 William ended up in 3rd place.  He is moving on to districts next month!  

Our big guy Max was there too - his scout troop manned the concession stand during the event.  He was serving up some pretty delicious hot dogs - and having fun doing it!

Field Trip Fun

 One of my least favorite things about teaching was going on field trips and now one of my favorite things about being a stay at home mom is . . . field trips :)

I was able to spend my morning with Jack and his classmates learning all about Argentina.

 Jack and his partner where just too cute as they began to explore.

I enjoy this little man so much.  It doesn't get much better than this!