Mio’s last day at preschool is April 10 (since we’re moving her to a full-day daycare), and she had a birthday celebration on April 8, the first day back from spring break. It was bittersweet because it was like a birthday party and farewell party in one! Her teachers and classmates all told her they’d miss her very much and were sad to have to say goodbye.

Birthday cookies for Mio's preschool
Birthday cookies we baked for Mio’s class.

 

Mio couldn’t contain her excitement while we were baking the cookies:


 

Birthday party for Mio at her preschool
The happy birthday girl with her birthday crown!

 

Birthday party for Mio at her preschool

 

At preschool, parents are allowed to bring a birthday treat and a book to read to the class on their child’s birthday. I chose Me… Jane by Patrick McDonnell, which is one of Mio’s favorites, and it seems like the class enjoyed it, too!

Mio's birthday card from Elizabeth
The next day, Mio got a birthday card from one of her classmates!

 

Mio's birthday card from Elizabeth
Such an adorable card handmade by Mio’s friend Elizabeth and her sister Emma

 

Mio with her birthday card from Elizabeth
Mio was elated to get a birthday card from her classmate and friend! So sweet of them to think of her.

 

Mio has also said she’ll miss her preschool and her teachers and friends there, but she’s also expressed excitement about her new daycare! We’ve had a great two years at the preschool, and are so thankful for all the wonderful teachers and classmates there that have made it such a great experience for Mio and our family.