Annika's school talent show performance

Last Wednesday while I was volunteering in her classroom, Annika told me she wanted to participate in the school's annual talent show and the deadline to sign up was that day at noon. (Nothing like waiting until the last minute!) I asked her what talent she'd like to perform and she was unsure, so I suggested standing on her head (she's really good at it and no practice required ... unlike last year's violin solo). She liked the idea, so I signed the permission slip and all was good.

Fast forward to today, the big show. I am so grateful that the school's talent show falls on my work from home day! I am so impressed (and entertained) by the kids who decided to perform. There were everything from magic tricks, gymnastics and hip hop routines, jokes, singing, and head standing.

Without further ado... I present Annika!!

Forget Whistle While You Work! Annika Boogies and Sings While She Works!

I recently asked Annika to clean her room. Not a huge task, but still one that most kids would prefer not doing. We talked about ways to make her job seem more fun, and she chose to listen to music... specifically, the Caspar Babypants Beatles cover album.

I peeked in her room after awhile to check on her progress. Much to my great entertainment, this is what I saw...