Eat, Read, and Be Mommy

I totally said I’d be back Monday, I know. But I was tired and everything was still messy from being gone and then coming home, and I wanted some time to just chill with my hubby. So I’m back today instead.

It happens.

Of course, I wouldn’t be so behind in my book reviews if I’d posted Monday, but all I can do is start where I am, right? On the drive home from Idaho on Sunday, I let the three older kids vote on our audiobook; The Terrible Two Get Worse won out two to one. (My youngest doesn’t listen, so she doesn’t get a vote.) Of course, they’re all going to want a chance to look at the pictures in it as well–that’s why I picked up the print copy from the library today–but they did enjoy Mac Barnett and Jory John’s second installment in their Terrible Two series. This one sees Principal Barkin replaced by his coldblooded father, former Principal Barkin; Niles and Miles try desperately to prank him, too, but he appears to be ‘Principal Invincible.’ Can bringing now-former Principal Barkin in on their secret give them the edge they need to oust his father? I’m sure you can guess the outcome, but the ride is still very much worth the read. (After all, it got us through the mountain passes between Burley and Brigham City.) Elementary schoolers (and beyond!) ought to love this series–and parents ought to get a kick out of it, too. Hey, I sure do!