My dd is turning 6. We were told at kindergarten orientation that we are a 'treat-free' school (which I think is great BTW). So I was thinking, that instead of bring cookies for each kid in her class, I would give them a book ABOUT cookies! ha! It's called "The best mouse cookie" and it's only $1 through scholastic order form I just got from my daycare. So it wouldn't cost us that much $, and the $ would benefit my daycare.
And I was going to make a sticker to stick on the book that said:
In honor of my 6th birthday: A treat for your MIND ( instead of your MOUTH ;)
and have the teacher stick them in the backpack.
my question: is this overboard? will other parents (not knowing what a great deal I got on the book) think this is too much? will the kids expect this at every kids birthday / will some kids feel bad if they dont bring something as well....
what do you think moms?
Does treat free mean nothing for birthdays or just no candy, cake, etc? I'd ask before ordering.
I would just say "a goodie from me on my birthday" or something like that and not mention mind vs mouth. I think that's a cute idea overall.
I think some parents may see it as overkill. But my perspective is that any nice gesture should be assumed as such. Life isn't fair, and we will do what we want to and can do, and not be influenced by someone else.
Honestly, for $1 how big can the book be anyway?
If you are concerned, how about donating a couple books for the classroom with a label from your son. When my daughter left preschool after being in one class for 3 years, I bought a book for the classroom with a lable "A gift from A...Kindergarten 2010."
I think it's a nice idea.
I love the idea....but, need to clarify.....is it a no sweets treat school, or a no treats whatsoever school? Talk to the teacher first to see if it's ok. As for the sticker, how about "your daughter's name" Birthday" and the date. (ie: Ellie's Birthday 9/15/12...OR..."Thanks for sharing in my birthday celebration....Ellie") . You can't really go adult clever on childrens things, the other parents may think it's inappropriate. Kids think for the moment and won't remember who gave what out, so don't worry about that.
i think its a great idea. I stoke up on the $1 books for party favors or to add to gifts. So many people dont buy them and some of the stories are so awesome. I even grab books from the upper levels for the older kids I know. so fun!
I like the idea. I LOVE the $1 books from Scolastic.
I would ask the teacher as she has met more of the parents. Even if she says no, maybe you could order 3. One for the classroom. One for the library (with a donation label inside) and one for your house.
Ask the teacher if it's ok. If she approves it, I think it's a great idea. We have that book and I love it.
At my son's school, they can't bring individual treats of any kind for the other kids. Instead, they choose one book to donate to the classroom. They get to put their picture and sign their name in the inside cover so kids for years to come will enjoy it. You can consider that if the teacher doesn't let you do the other option.
I'm planning to put books in the goody bags at my daughter's birthday party next month. Costco had sets of Step 1 level readers that were six books for $10. Seemed like a perfect treat to me!
