Book fair…for books, right?

OK, so maybe you guys didn’t find “Think before you speak” as funny as I did. Maybe I just needed the laugh so badly that I found it hilariously, ROFLH funny. Sorry for any offense…but it still makes me laugh.

Now, let me ask you. If your child asked to take money to a book fair you are to assume it is for the purchase of books, correct? Well, Froggy asked to take $5 to the book fair. No problem, I think this is a great way to spend your money. She comes home with a $21 wireless headset microphone. WHAT! First of all, she did not have permission to take that much of her money. Second, B-O-O-K F-A-I-R! Books! We are not happy with her purchase. It was a nine year old decision, understandable. I object to it being an option for her to purchase. She will have to take it back, and they better have a refund policy. In the event that they do not someone will have to pitch a fit and fit pitching grown man is not pretty. Yes, I will likely leave this “fit” to Djembe.

Am I wrong for feeling like my nine year old was ripped off at school today?

September 19 2006 09:07 pm | Ramblings

5 Responses to “Book fair…for books, right?”

  1. Dawn Says:
    September 20th, 2006 at 2:26 pm

    ummmm nope you are not wrong. I am with you a book fair is just that and what in the world are they doing selling stuff for $21 at a bookfair? DO childrens books cost that much? I know we don’t have kids yet and it’s been a looong time sine I’ve been to a bookfair but come on people. Here’s a wild thought. How about selling books at a book fair…..

  2. Tense Teacher Says:
    September 20th, 2006 at 6:23 pm

    I’ve seen the same thing happen at our book fair… Kids blow their money on fuzzy pens and glittery bouncy balls, while walking past the books. Why offer these things? Isn’t it a BOOK fair?

  3. elementaryhistoryteacher Says:
    September 20th, 2006 at 11:39 pm

    Scholastic needs to get their act together. Are they promoting reading or fuzzy pens and posters?

  4. sandy Says:
    September 21st, 2006 at 10:30 pm

    Ahhh…wow. I’m…ahh…speechless. Whatever do fuzzy pens and headphones have to do with books? Books!

  5. The Queen Says:
    September 23rd, 2006 at 9:19 pm

    I’d make her take them back and buy a book.
    Michele sent me

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