Sharing that Springtime Spirit
Project Overview: This project is appropriate for any child that can hold a crayon and only requires paper and a little artistic flair!
As an author one of my favorite things to do is share my story, Perfect You, with children. This morning I had the pleasure of reading to a group of energetic and excited preschoolers ages 3 – 5. In Perfect You, part of the message is that we are all given talents that we should use to serve others. This message of service, particularly with kids and families, is one that I am really passionate about! These school story times have proven to be an awesome opportunity to combine both reading and an introduction to the idea of serving others.
At the conclusion of my presentation, the preschoolers and I talked about how they could use their talent of coloring to bring a little happiness to someone else. Using spring-themed pictures, the kids had a great time pouring their hearts into creating mini-masterpieces. Once completed, I was able to deliver all these pictures to a local assisted living facility where they displayed them and delivered them to their residents. What joy would it bring to an elderly person to have cheerful picture from a child hanging in your room! So next time you are feeling like your refrigerator can’t hold one more of your child’s special art pieces, consider delivering them to someone who would love a youthful reminder of spring!
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What a fabulous idea. My youngest is in the middle of a volunteer program right now. This week they decorated lunch bags and put together sandwiches and snacks for the shelter. It’s great to give kids a chance to focus on the needs of others.
Perfect combination of learning and serving others. “;o) Wonderful!