Last Day

Well, I can't believe the girls are officially in 1st and 3rd grades now... They have each had really fantastic school years; we really couldn't be happier. Grace learned and grew up so much this year: she is now reading simple books and is much braver socially and is more confident. Her teacher gave each child a special book of her work and activities through the year. It is adorable and fascinating to see all that Grace did in kindergarten and how much even just writing her name has improved. She is definitely ready for 1st grade (but I'm not so sure I am!). Here is Grace with Miss Moore:

As most everyone knows, Anna has also had a great year. Her teacher continued to inspire and awe me. Plus, I just really, really LIKE her. I know Anna will miss her. Anna is still reading phenomenally well. She just loves it and finds so much pride and satisfaction in reading. It really is one of her most favorite ways to spend her time. Here is Anna with Mrs. Blair:

We also found out who the girls will have next year as their teachers. I'm really happy about who they got, but it should be kind of confusing keeping them straight: Grace has Ms. Cotter and Anna has Mr. Cottle. Cottle/Cotter: confusing! Both teachers will be good fits for the girls. Unfortunately, Grace's best friend got another teacher, but Mikah will be on G's soccer team next year and they will have lots of playdates: