Yesterday we went to the Bozeman elementary school to talk to a class of kindergartners about Maine. When we showed them pictures of seals, lobsters and Casco Bay on the Ipad we came to realize that only two out of the 20 kids have been to the ocean before. Hank, Grant and I all talked about different highlights of our home state. When Hank told them that they were getting blueberry muffins at the end of the presentation, the kids eyes practically popped right off of their heads. It was cool to realize how diverse the class was, two of the boys were from local indian reservations and another was the son of an Egyptian professor at Montana State. After our presentation, we taught the kids how to do a word search about Maine that we made for them. The kids really enjoyed us and want us to come back next week so they can show off the highlights of Montana. We have been promised a native american dance by one our new young friends! Jack
Great pictures in a great setting with the Kindergarten kids really paying attention. We are proud of your efforts to reach out to these kids and "give back". Very interesting how few have been to an Ocean and you may have just opened a new world for them. Keep up the good work.
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Really nice post, Jack. The first thing I noticed in your pics was how the kids were so dialed in to your presentation. Looks like fun! You should post your word search on the blog. Isa and I missed you and Grant on the ride to school today. :(
ReplyDeleteAmazing how you can get to full attention of the kids. Friday will be a learning experience for all of you as they teach you about their lives. Keep it coming
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