Writing Contest

Abbie entered the Southern Nevada Writing Contest for the Clark County School District a few months back. She wrote an essay about racing in the famous race in Alaska, the Jr. Iditerod. We got a phone call late one night announcing that she had won 2nd place for the whole fifth grade in the district. She received a fun package full of books and certificates as her prize, and they wrote about her in the school newsletter that goes out every Monday to the whole school. We are very proud of her.

Writing is something that comes very naturally to Abbie. When I was asking her about what she wanted to do for her electives in 6th grade next year, she mentioned that all she wants to do is write for the school paper. She is always writing us stories, and working on plays for her and her friends to perform. In fact they are having their 5th grade writing exams next week, and it's nice to not even be worried about it. I know she will pass with flying colors.

Abbie took this picture to make sure everyone could read it. :)

Last week, we were babysitting our friend's kids while they went out on a date, and this is a cute picture I took of Abbie and Kate's creation that night. They made this stage out of a chip box, and then did a performance for the younger kids. I love their creativity!