My husband, Art happened to be looking in the morning newspaper and saw an announcement that there would be a Keiki (Hawaiian for children) toy and clothing sale at Kakaako Park in Honolulu. Local children were bringing their own toys and clothes to sell. We thought it might be fun to check it out to see what we could find to stock our closet for that granddaughter we're missing so much and any other little one that would be visiting us.
We didn't expect to have as much fun as we did. That teacher instinct in me bloomed again when I saw that kids were really encouraged to be in charge of their own sales. Parents were using the opportunity to teach their children why math is definitely important in their everyday lives.
We got a bit carried away and bought quite a bit more than we intended. Still, we actually spent only $20.00 for all of this.
P.S. Thank you so much for visiting Peggy and leaving her your kind and beautiful comments full of encouragement and advice. You are the best blogging buddies ever!
Wow! You made quite a haul, and for only $20. Your grand daughter will have so much fun playing with these toys. She arrives in January, doesn't she?
ReplyDeleteCool. What fun! Nice idea too.
ReplyDeleteWow!!!!!!!!!! You did well!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteYou're going to be very popular with your little visitors. That's a great collection of goodies.
ReplyDeleteThat IS a lot of stuff!
ReplyDeleteThat looks like such fun! I'm so glad you were able to get all those goodies and what fun your kiddie visitors are going to have!
ReplyDeleteWhat a deal! I didn't realize that you were having your grandchild visit in Jan. That's not very far away! Good for you!
ReplyDeleteevery grandparent needs a toy chest of something like that, looks like you got a real deal for $20 and a fun shopping experience in warm tropical weather...lucky you.
ReplyDeleteActually, little KC won't be coming here in January. We're going to go to Chicago to see her.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful way to teach Math and social skills! I'm going to pass this idea on to our school and see what happens. What a fun day.
ReplyDeleteThanks!
You really found some bargains! What a great experience for the kids.
ReplyDeleteWhat amazing treats for your granddaughter's next visit. I love the idea of the childrens swap meet-what a great learning experience and how fun!
ReplyDeleteKay, it looks like you found some wonderful bargains for $20.00! I think participating in a swap meet is a terrific learning experience for the kids... what a fun way to spend the day!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great thing to do! I love all your purchases.
ReplyDeleteLooks like fun! We're flying to Hawaii on Thursday and really looking forward to a lovely week's holiday.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great way to build a toy chest for visitors since I'm sure you had to leave such things behind when you moved. And recycling is the way to go!
ReplyDeleteWe also have a collection of toys in our home that we have collected and bought at yard sales and flea markets and any visiting children know they will find these treasures in our upstairs hall, just waiting to be played with. It looks like you got a lovely bunch of toys.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your comment on my squirrel at the feeder.