Sure, if he doesn't usually play with something like that, why not. Whatever keeps them busy I reckon - the best part of going to someone's house is playing with different toys.

Christmas tree up tomorrow. K and I wrapped some presents this morning. Still need to get some more things, mainly just little ones though and a watch for DH (but I think he should come and help pick it out).

Got an email from the school late yesterday that there is a 2 hour strike on Tuesday - when I mentioned to DH it was short notice, he said 'oh, they've been talking about it all week'. Grr, didn't think to warn me that it might be happening! I swear he still is in too much 'teacher mode' and forgets he is actually a 'school parent' now.