After their simple little science experiment, Alina gave them a short recess, thinking they would use the time to chatter and run around. But as she leaned back in her chair, she noticed something different—most of the babies were drooping like wilted flowers.
Drake's head lolled sideways as he tried to poke his finger in his cup, Luna was practically yawning like a wolf cub with her whole mouth stretched wide, and Felix rubbed his eyes so hard she thought he might erase his eyebrows. Even Sable had quietly slid under his desk again, his tiny arms wrapped around himself like he was trying to nap in secret.
Alina sighed softly, heart melting. They'd worked so hard through all the new lessons today—even math and essay writing. For little ones, it was a lot. She didn't have the heart to push them further.
