First grade brought along new growth for Ezra. He was excited to be in his cousin's class with Mrs. Bishop!
They started out in person only a couple of days a week, with extra precautions of masks and shields.
While not my favorite look ever, Ezra was a good sport about it.
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Mrs. Bishop is an amazing teacher, who posted many class pictures on IG.
In line in front of his cousin!
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His adorable school picture!
A socially distanced class picture!
A family portrait!
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Love when they can get outside for some learning as well....studding a tree.
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Busy Bee craft!
Elephant and Piggy puppets.
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Ezra got very into creating detailed pictures, including one he added to for this scenery.
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His letter to Mrs. Bishop.....his favorite thing today, a firetruck and fire station.
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In a wild election year...the kids did get to learn about the voting process.
Even making their own voter registration card.
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The kids weren't allowed on the playground this year (crazy I know), but they still got outdoor play!
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Ezra's favorite things to draw always involve buildings and cars.
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Sweet little paper plate award from school!
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The kids learned about picking up litter and a parent made some signs for them.
We were able to put up a sign at work (which Ezra was very proud of)!
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"Don't let the pigeon get money"
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"Thank you Garbage man. Thank you for picking up the trash. From, Ezra"
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They did a food drive for Sharing God's Love, and we went on Saturday to help deliver the items.
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There were many many books made, or at least started....
"All about space"
"My space inquiry log"
"Space has no air."
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Painting his rocket.
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Joy is smiles.
"Joy is family when we read."
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Could this be in more adorable!
"2021 Goals: 1. Write a book 2. Play with my truck 3. Smile more 4. Read a book 5. Hug more"
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Valentines Day!
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"Dear President Biden. Thank you for being my president. Please be nice to the people."
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"I would give the $100 to the poor people."
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"Dear green. You are my favorite color. So please don't quit. Then you can draw trees and bushes. You are my favoirte color. Love, Ezra"
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This was funny that I had to share. Ezra saw this old picture of himself as a newborn when his aunt was holding him and wanted to recreate it.
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"As a reader, I can read in the living room. I write so I can read and feel happy. To me, math is learning and it helps me know things."
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Beach and I made a video for career day that the school could see.
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"Who was Ezra Loveland a boy who faced his fears no matter WHAT!"
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Parents weren't allowed to help with field day this year, but they still had a great time.
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"The day I went to..."
"I went to McDonalds"
"I ordered"
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"Dear mom, you are the beautifulist mom EVER!" (I mean he is the best son ever!)
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Group book project.
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More and more books!
"My family owns a coffee shop."
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"Dear Mom and Dad, As a reader, I like to read books about cars, trucks, dog man. As a writer I like to write about cars. As a mathematician, I can think and take my time to solve problems. Love, Ezra."
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A sweet poem from his teacher...I would say that is spot on!
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So proud of my handsome dude that brings so much joy to all!
