Bouncing off the walls

You haven't lived until you've taught elementary school the week before Christmas break. We have three days of school this week and those days are filled with Christmas parties, crafts, shopping at the Secret Santa Shop and trying to squeeze some legitimate learning in there.

I was closely observing my students today and came to the realization they are beyond hyped up. They are vibrating in anticipation. I'm not speaking figuratively. These children are completely unable to keep any part of their bodies quiet or still. It looks like they've been filled with sugar, caffeine and energy drinks all at once. Have you ever heard the expression "Bouncing off the walls"? It fits here and it really is amazing to watch. Some of you may be saying, "Awww! Isn't that cute? The little kiddies are excited for Christmas". It's not so cute when you have 25 of them vibrating at the same time and you're trying to teach a lesson. I won't lie... these last few days are rough on teachers. We really try to keep a lid on things but we are severely outnumbered. I make no apologies for getting a week and a half off for Christmas. I'll take that time to settle down for a long winter's nap.