Jake’s Float

At Manchester Park Elementary a big event occurs each May…the 50 states parade! Every 4th grader is assigned a state that they research, create a float, and dress in red, white, & blue for a parade. Hundreds of parents stream into the school and stake out a spot in the gym to get pictures and o-o-h and a-w-w over the handy work of the students (or their parents as it seems like for some). You would think we were all rushing into a Royals World Series game or something…these school events are nuts! Jake was assigned North Dakota. No offense, but that state is just not that interesting, sorry! Nevertheless, he embraced the project, came up with his own ideas and sent me out with a shopping list.

Jake’s float project shopping list…what’s up with this kid’s handwriting!? He must get that from dad 😉

He also did a presentation to the class about his state float. I love his initiative and determination and I’m proud of what he accomplished! Great job Jakey! Especially since this really is a hectic time of year, so squeezing in this project among many other things can be stressful. I distinctly remember helping Morgan with hers a few years ago on Mother’s Day…Happy mom’s day…you get to endure numerous hot glue burns!! ha! This year I solicited Brian’s help and he jumped in like a champ. If you click on the YouTube link below you will get to see a small clip of the parade…