Heroes

Every 5th grader has to do a "hero" report on an American hero in our school district.  The paper, not so fun, but this assignment has a perk.  It has an oral presentation where they get to dress up and talk about their hero, as their hero.   This is called the "hero museum", that is open for parents, community members,etc. to come in and press a button, and watch the hero come to life.
Today was the hero museum for fifth grade. 
E1 is in fifth grade this year.  His hero is Neil  Armstrong.  It's a really good fit for him.  He was a bit disappointed I didn't make him a space suit.  (I, of course, figured out how to do so, after the costume due date.)  So he had to make do with the standard suit/tie & a little NASA symbol his teacher helped him with.
Other heroes represented were President Grant, Annie Oakley, Christopher Reeves, Amelia Earheart, Abraham Lincoln, and more.   Movie Stars and baseball to War Generals and Presidents,  the founder of the Red Cross, a famous cellist and scientists; all were represented.  I love seeing the diversity in these kids.
Carry on.  Carry on.