Entry 24: "The Show Must Go On"

With less than a week away from my kids' first performance I am beginning to understand the thrilling/terrifying experience that Mr. Tinkler (and all other Drama teachers) have to endure everytime before productions! The amazing thing is you can only tell the kids so much, but it is ultimately up to them to showcase what they have learned. This week was called "dress rehearsal," but unfrotunately not all students have had their costumes...however, I instructed them to bring them in by Friday and I have been observing all of them. My class today was the most successful yet with the abiliy to try on their costumes and practice diligently in them. They did a fantastic job and THEY ARE ADORABLE! The kids are so cute there's a chance no one will be able to concentrate on their lines! However, that would be a shame because the kids have worked very, very hard on memorizing. I have been pleasantly surprised with the diligence of the kids. I understand the 1st and 2nd grade mind is very high wired and energetic, but I am so thankful they are learning how to harness their energy and put it into something productive! Unforunately a child has been missing from every single class (due to sickness), but I am praying they will be able to be there (with costumes!) for the performance!!! I am very tempted to have the students perform the play twice so the parents could possibly observe what they have been learning...however I have not decided yet. My biggest class is moving to the gym tomorrow, and I am anxious to see how it all works out! God is good, and I am so excited for what He has in store for me and my kids!