PPK Christmas party

I got to volunteer today in Theo's class for the PPK Christmas party. It was my first time to go in his classroom, though I feel like I know the kids so well through all of the pictures that Mrs. Hoover sends me and my co-room mom responsibilities. The kids were treated to a visit by Santa right when the party started. They sang Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer to him and then took turns sitting on his lap. Theo didn't tell him anything in particular that he wanted (Jack has been coaching him for weeks to ask for things that he wants Theo to get). Santa handed out presents (Barbie doll heads for the girls to style and Hotwheel loop ramps for the boys). The kids took turns making Reindeer Food to set out Christmas Eve and icing "Christmas Trees" to eat. They also participated in a puzzle exchange (they all wanted to pick the puzzle they brought in) and listened to Ms. Gina read "Froggy's Best Christmas". They wrapped up the party by having a Christmas feast before being dismissed. It was an action-packed party that was tons of fun for all! I have SUCH respect for Mrs. Hoover after seeing how wired those kids were after donut holes and frosting. She has more than earned a restful 2 week break!