Yes, the sleep deprivation part isn’t so fun. 😔 But at least there’s a fun creative project to show for it. #kidlitchat

you get me... i swear I have to sit on my desk, listen to music, organize things on my desk, clean, sharpen pencils...Then midnight hits and BAM! But then... I have to work the next day GAH! Sooooo the sleep deprivation continues... haha #kidlitchat

You’re welcome! #KidLitChat

I like using black but also colors, depends on my mood. #KidLitChat

It’s just the most creative time. 🤷‍♀️ I remember I used to read by flashlight after bedtime as a kid too. #kidlitchat

This strawberry cream pie is so incredibly simple to make that you could definitely have one for yourself! Make 2 and share one with the family. ;) #KidLitChat

Lately, I've written a lot of my first drafts in bed, in the dark, with a flashlight after everyone else in the house is asleep and I should totally be asleep too. #KidLitChat

Thanks again for a wonderful #KidLitChat everyone! I'll see you all here next week with plenty of #KidLitConfections treats to share!

I love that! #KidLitChat

I loved the Lois & Clark (TV show from the '90s) episodes where they talked about this. Clark complaining to his parents that Lois was obsessed with Superman ("Superman is what I can do. It's not who I am.") Or a time traveler telling Lois she's "galactically stupid" for not noticing. #KidLitChat

Lime Cream Pie, garnished with green toasted coconut to make a little "nest" in the center for jellybean "eggs"

I give you my solemn vow that I will never put "no pie" energy out into the world! And here's a bonus pie to show I'm serious! Lime and Coconut Cream Pie i-am-so-grateful.blogspot.com/2016/03/lime... #KidLitChat

We've also had long discussions debating if Captain Rex is canonically part of the Endor strike team in Return of the Jedi. #kidlitchat

That's essentially what the comic says. People don't "see" him the way they see Clark Kent....plus not many people have actually seen him up close. There's plenty of reasons to explain it away. It was a fun conversation to have. #kidlitchat

The recent Scooby Doo and Krypto cartoon had the running gag of Lois and Jimmy being unable to recognize Velma when she lost her glasses. It was great. #kidlitchat

To be fair, when he takes off his glasses, he also changes into his Superman suit... and I bet a lot of people aren't actually looking at his face. #KidLitChat

Green is our school color! 💚 #kidlitchat

as a doodler who constantly seeks dopamine from my writing implements, I NEED THESE #kidlitchat

I tend to use green felt tip pens when I grade student work, but everything I do is in black pen. And I honestly have gotten to the point where I can't actually write unless I use a Pilot G2. It's been maybe 7 or 8 years. #kidlitchat

It's also delicious stirred into a cup of plain, unsweetened Greek yogurt. It adds just the right amount of sweetness. (I'm not a fan of sugary yogurt.) #KidLitChat

Hmmm... the finest point I can find on Amazon is the .8mm tip If you have seen any of the ultra fine tip Cristal pens, please do send me a link! I stocked up a few years ago, not realizing that it would be the last time I ever saw them in stores, and now I'm down to my last pen! #KidLitChat

There was a Batman/Superman comic in the early 2000s during one of the many reboots that did a good job of explaining it and I used that as my reference point. #kidlitchat

Cover of Superman’s GIRL FRIEND LOIS LANE I’LL TELL YOU WHY I'LL NEVER MARRY YOU, LANA, OR YOU, LOIS! WHO WANTS A WIFE SO STUPID SHE DOESN'T REALIZE I’M SUPERMAN WHEN I TAKE MY CLARK KENT GLASSES OFF?

#kidlitchat the “stupidity” explanation is probably the best one. 🤓

😂 I had a set of scented markers when I taught first grade that the students weren't supposed to use without asking.

You know where this is going.

It was always easy to tell when someone had borrowed one without permission. 😂😂 #Kidlitchat

They come in all kinds of outfits. It's finding the one that really fits. Is it seasonal? Sportsy? Does he have a weak spot? I hope you figure it out! #kidlitchat

We use "pie" the same way Brits use "pudding," to mean any dessert. What did I have for pie tonight? Dark Hershey Kisses. It is the #kidlitchat way.

That is soo cute. #kidlitchat now I know why there are so many pencils with cute fun characters - story inspiration or mood. 😂I am so boring - the good old steadtler (solid blue)for sketching or whatever pencil /pen is around. 🤫🤫🤫 must test this Magick tip next time. Thanks.🏆🏆

a cartoon of winnie the pooh looking at himself in the mirror ALT: a cartoon of winnie the pooh looking at himself in the mirror

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It's such a treat and having it when it's freshly made is a bonus. I also use it on cheese and crackers if I don't want to cook a meal at lunch or dinner
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Haha so do I. #kidlitchat

Ooh, that sounds lovely. I make my bog-standard oatmeal pecan cookies with Craisins at Christmas because the cranberries turn them into official Christmas cookies. #kidlitchat