This Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving) was spent down south in Mokpo, a day on Bigeum-do and a short lunch break in Gwangju. Besides the small hiccup with ferry times combined with little sleep, someone whispering throughout the night (you know who you are) and an uncontrollable aircon, the trip was great!
Sports Day
Every year most schools host a Sports Day, which is a fun day filled with friendly competition and activities for all students, staff, teachers and even family members. Before starting any physical activity I was given a pregame snack - peanuts and sweet potatoes. The days events included tug of war and various kinds of races such as relay races, barrel pushing and even a scavenger hunt race where each student read a piece of paper and followed the directions given. For example, "Find your grandfather and run with them to the finish line." So, yes I saw a few grandparents, parents and even our principle and vice principle running as fast as they could to the finish line. It was hysterical! Even I had to run a few laps. And I really dislike running. But all in all, it was a lot of fun and a nice change from the typical school day!
Cutest field trip ever!
I don't remember when this was, but I traveled to Danyang Ondal Cave with my 4th graders; it literally was the cutest field trip ever. The weather was pretty crappy, but because of this all of my students had massive umbrellas which made them look tiny and so cute! They also wore hard hats while in the cave and that cuteness almost sent me over the edge. It was raining, but with the clouds surrounding the mountains it still was a beautiful day.
Halloween
It's no secret that Halloween is my favorite holiday. I just love it! And because of this love I make sure I have a fabulous Halloween lesson every year. This year was no different. My 4th graders had a costume party. I really wanted them to focus more on creativity and not just buy a costume from the store, which they did! Since it's my 3rd graders first year learning about Halloween (at least with me) I wanted to do a craft and game to introduce the holiday. If you've ever been to my apartment you know I've had a large bag of toilet paper rolls hanging in my entryway. I've been saving them with the idea of doing/making something; I finally found something to make, Halloween candy bags! I was so busy during this lesson I didn't have time to take any pictures, but they all came out really cute. Hopefully my students had fun! Also, thanks to everyone who contributed and added on to my collection. Leo + Grace Hillers, thanks a ton!
That Saturday I was able to celebrate Halloween with other adults which not only equals no yelling and threatening to take away stickers, but also...BEER. It was an 80's Class Reunion Murder Mystery party.
That Saturday I was able to celebrate Halloween with other adults which not only equals no yelling and threatening to take away stickers, but also...BEER. It was an 80's Class Reunion Murder Mystery party.
Five Random Confessions
1. This little 1st grader has been coming to my desk almost everyday for weeks just to say hi. Since she's so young, I actually don't teach her, but for whatever reason we're definitely friends now. My confession - Every time I see her I fight the urge to pinch her cheeks. They're just so chubby and adorable and I want to pinch them away!! But don't worry, I don't. I stick with high fives...for now.
2. It's getting cold. I've had to wear at least three layers of clothing everyday this week and I'm still shivering until I leave at 4:30. I may have to start wearing two pairs of socks next week.
3. I've had dirty dishes in my sink for almost two weeks.
4. The backpack I use for school is literally falling apart, but I don't care. I really don't want to buy a new one when I will probably stop riding my bike to school in a few weeks.
5. I've had new bras since possibly June or July and have yet thrown out the old ones. Why? Because for some reason I think I can reuse/make something. I have yet to come across a DIY project using old bras.
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