Limelight

Evan has had a lot of chances to shine in the limelight this month and as we all know, he's not one to shy away from the spotlight. 2nd grade students put on a biography play each year. This is something I have looked forward to since Evan was in PK.

 

Evan has always been interested in art, but his interest in Leonardo DiVinci specifically started after he saw Mr. Peabody and Sherman. More times that not, he donned what he believed was a Italian accent. He researched DiVinci's art. So it was just natural for him to choose him for his biography. One thing I love is the teachers made it very clear this was a book report, not an internet report. They spent so much time talking about proper research from the biography, note taking skills, summarization, important fact finding. This was so much more than a 'book report' come to life.

We found a great Leonardo wig/beard/hat set and then scrounged around closets to put together the rest of his outfit. I think it turned out great, if I do say so myself.

Evan delivered his 1 minute speech from memory perfectly, and even was able to get a couple laughs, which he wanted!

But the highlight of the show was the dancing. I mean, who knew Leonardo was a painter, inventor, AND dancer.

Just a couple weeks later, Evan was involved in the SGIS Talent Show. Things didn't go exactly as planned (read about that here). To make up for the blunder, Evan performed his solo during a SK-5th chapel. This means he performed this for over 300 people not once, but twice! How many adults can say they can do that?? We are so proud of him.