Eat, Read, and Be Mommy

It’s always sad when a good series comes to an end, folks. And while technically there’s still a missed novella to look forward to–I bought a used copy online–Planet Omar: Ultimate Rocket Blast does appear to be the last novel in Zanib Mian’s lovely middle grade series. There’s a bit of a dearth out there of books for middle grade boys that don’t rely on bathroom humor, but the ‘Planet Omar’ books deal more with friend and family relationships in the context of the ups and downs of latter elementary school life. (Or at least its British equivalent.) In Rocket Blast Omar and his two best friends enter a rocket-building competition and end up representing their school at an event that doesn’t turn out at all the way they expect. (Sabotage!) Even kids who aren’t remotely science-y (I certainly wasn’t) will relate to the stresses of who should do what in a group project and presentation, not to mention the attitudes of some of the kids from other schools. By the end, there’s a lot to cheer for; at least the series is going out with a bang!

Seriously, though, parents of elementary school boys should not miss the ‘Planet Omar’ books. As for how my week is going, today is my “I can stay home if I want!” day, at least in the morning. Yesterday my youngest had a 4 hour long appointment–psych eval, because if she needs extra support, I want her to have it–and this afternoon, of course, my littles have piano. (Keep your fingers crossed that both of their attitudes will be better than they have been!) This morning, though–this morning is MINE!