Read and Romp Day

Yesterday was the 15th annual Read and Romp day at Maia's school.

Being new to this school, I had no idea what to expect.

The librarian (Mrs. Mattix) and gym teacher (Mrs. Wagner) plan each event a year in advance.

They use both gyms and the music room.

There are 10 stations/books that parent volunteers run.

At each station a book is read and then the students play a game that is related to the book.

For example, one of the books they read was "Jungle Run" by Tony Mitton.

After reading the book, the kids got to do their own Jungle Run, racing through an obstacle course of whimsical trees, foam hills, a gym mat cave, and rubber lily pads.

I was blown away by the extent of planning and thought that went into this event.

Maia goes to school on Tuesdays and Thursdays, but was invited to attend with a mommy chaperone.

Which meant a 2 year old side kick as well.

About halfway through the event, Ruby found her courage and acted like one of the big kids.

Listening to the books, playing the games, and even getting a snack!

That's Maia and her sweet friend Reese.

They're going to be on the same soccer team too!

I was getting a kick out of the posters hung through out the gyms.

I particularly like this one.

 It's more than just how fit I've gotten.

It keeps my brain from turning rotten!!