This is a book that respects kids and their ideas. And in that regard, it places Chasing Vermeer in the tradition of classic favorites fondly recalled from our own childhoods.

They talk freely and give their ideas. The three plays have come from conversations with the kids.

Stephanie and Dillon both did a really good job. The main thing, the kids met other kids, exchanged ideas. That's important ? networking. The kids came home excited, happy and tired. They had a really good time.

The kids brainstormed ideas and decided that a walk-a-thon might be a good idea.

The kids seem excited. The new coach has a lot of good ideas and had them doing drills over the winter.

The best ideas encourage your child's interests and create opportunities for you to be together.