Mom's Helper-in-Training

Step to it, Grace!
Plates go on the bottom, bowls and glasses on top.

Yes, it is neat that the bottom rack rolls in and out...
...and in and out...
...and in and out.

Let's see if we can keep the spoons IN the silverware holder... a fun game!
In...OUT!
In...OUT!
Good girl.

Ooh--pound! pound!--a drumstick!
That's a good use for that spoon.
Great idea.

No? You want that spoon on the ground?
Well that's a silly place for a spoon.
I think it wants to go in the dishwasher
with the rest of his friends...

That furrowed brow and still binky
tell me you disagree.
Hmph! Suit yourself...

...Silly Spoon.