I posted this on my preschool blog today. Thought it would be fun to put on my personal blog as well...

One of the things that students begin to notice as they come to school in the morning is my car. As a small person, I drive a small car. A gold Mini Cooper to be exact. I guess because it's a fairly distinguishable vehicle, it interests the children and I get lots of comments about it.

So, I gave my car a name, Ginger. I also always park in the same spot and she (yes, I said she) has become a sort of extra member to our classroom. So, if you hear your child mention "Ginger", you can rest assured that you don't need to bring an extra snack when it's your day.

Also, I play games with the students that involve Ginger. At the beginning of the school year I always park her in the same spot. But once the preschoolers realize that, then I start to move her around to different places and see if they notice.

Here are some comments I have received about Ginger:

-How do you drive with your seat folded forward, Mrs. Gambee?
(I guess I reached into the back seat to get something and didn't put it back)

-Why is there a truck parked in your parking spot?
(because I drove my husband's car while Ginger was getting worked on, good noticing!)

-Why is there dirty laundry in your car?
(because I am going to stop at the dry cleaner on my way home from school)

-Why is there yogurt with a spoon in your car?
(because I ate breakfast on the way to school)

-Ginger looks like a roller skate.
(yup! I think so too!)

Preschoolers don't miss a thing!! I hope I never have to get rid of Ginger, she has brought so many fun preschool memories that I never would have expected!