Listen, I don’t have to tell James Van Der Beek that homeschooling is no walk in the park. Since the pandemic hit, this dad of five has been juggling his role as both parent and teacher. But let’s be real—things can get a little chaotic when you’re trying to keep five kids engaged at home. Recently, James found himself in a situation that was equal parts hilarious and relatable when one of his kids penned a rather ambitious letter to the tooth fairy.
“Dear Tooth Fairy, Can you please give me $1,000?” the note read. After catching a glimpse of that request, the 43-year-old actor couldn’t help but snap a picture of the hilarious note and share it on Instagram. He captioned the post with, “This #homeschooling has officially gone sideways on us 😳.” It’s the kind of moment that every parent can relate to—when your kid’s imagination takes things to a whole new level.
View this post on InstagramThis #homeschooling has officially gone sideways on us 😳
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The response from fans was nothing short of delightful. One fan quipped, “That’s a very expensive tooth!!” with the laughing emoji. Another chimed in saying, “Starting high like a real pro,” while a third wrote, “My daughter asked me last week if the tooth fairy is working or in quarantine, and then she got really happy when she got her money. How sweet they are.” It’s moments like these that remind us of the innocence and humor kids bring into our lives, even during tough times.
Life in Quarantine with the Van Der Beek Crew
James shares his bustling household with his wife Kimberly Brook and their five adorable children: Olivia, 9, Joshua, 8, Annabel, 6, Emilia, 4, and Gwendolyn, 1. On March 26, James gave fans a peek into their quarantine routine. He posted a picture of the family donning matching Christmas pajamas while projecting movies on the dining room wall. In the caption, the former Dawson’s Creek star wrote, “Have officially entered the Wear-Christmas-Pajamas-And-Project-Movies-On-The-Dining-Room-Wall phase of the #Quarantine.”
He added, “#StayHome and stream @pixaronward btw … either I’ve gone stir crazy or it’s my new favorite #Pixar movie. Or perhaps both. Either way, 👍👍 @prattprattpratt @tomholland2013.” It’s clear that James is finding creative ways to keep his family entertained and connected during these uncertain times.
Getting Creative with Social Distancing
On March 21, James shared another playful moment with his followers. This time, he posted a photo of his kids practicing social distancing in a very unique way. In the picture, the kids were hiding behind a barrier of pillows and stuffed animals. James humorously captioned the post, “#SocialDistancing bar set.” It’s these little touches of humor and creativity that make the Van Der Beek family’s quarantine experience so relatable and endearing.
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As the world continues to navigate the challenges of the pandemic, it’s heartwarming to see how families like the Van Der Beeks are adapting and finding joy in everyday moments. We can’t wait to see what other antics this lively family gets up to next.
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