Play Group

One of the fun things we have been doing this summer is going to a play group that our church has. It is on Thursdays and we have already done lots of fun things. The first week we played water games in a backyard. Grace got to try out a slip n' slide for the first time.

Then we went for a tour of a local firestation. The girls were very excited about this one, although once we got there they were pretty shy.

Checking out the fire truck.
Grace shows Faith where the hoses hook on to the truck.
Most of our Play Group (minus Grace who was feeling shy)
Listening while the fireman explained how he gets on his gear, making a fire escape plan, and what to do if your house is on fire. He would say, "Hannibal Fire Department, Is anyone in here?" and the kids would respond, "I'm here!" It was a great learning opportunity. I loved that the fireman tried to help assure the kids not to be afraid and let them see what he would look like if he came to get them in a fire.

Last week we flew kites at the park. Even though it wasn't very windy the girls had fun trying their hand at kite flying for the very first time. Even though this was a simple idea it was great to actually get the kite they got in their Easter basket out and finally try using it.

This week we are headed to Grant's farm in St. Louis so that should be lots of fun too.