In the morning, she opened some cards, including this one from Ilan, which included a letter and pictures. She was thrilled.
Then she helped me make her requested breakfast: chocolate chip pancakes.
Later that morning, Grandma Susy and Grandpa John arrived for the festivities and Madeline got dressed up.
Before we knew it, it was time to head to the Rhode Island Audubon Environmental Education Center. Madeline eagerly awaited her guests' arrival. (Grandma took this picture.)
When many of the guests were there, the kids began a scavenger hunt in the museum.
Then they got to hear a special story ...
... and put up animals on the felt board.
After the story, the kids got to color or decorate party hats. Oliver had a blast.
They had some snacks too ...
... and then it was time for cake!
Madeline blew out the candle!
(Thanks to Grandpa for those last three pictures!)
After cake the kids ran around and did silly things like sitting in cubbies ...
(Thanks to Grandma for the second cubby picture!)
... until one by one they trickled out and the party ended. We braved pretty awful driving conditions on the way home, and then spent the evening eating Madeline's requested dinner (Chinese takeout) and opening presents.
It was a very fun day for our big 4-year-old!
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