Playdate with a Purpose
This Jumpstart initiative brings parents and young children together to read classic children’s books and participate in book-themed learning activities. This month we will read The Little Engine That Could by Watty Piper. Reading this hopeful tale and participating in themed activities, children will learn about perseverance and helping others.
Ocean, NJ, April 09, 2010 --(PR.com)-- Gymboree Play & Music of Ocean & Howell to host Parents Magazine and Jumpstart launch of Playdate with a Purpose.
Gymboree Play & Music, the global leader in classes for kids for more than 30 years, recently announced the launch of Playdate with a Purpose in [area] in cooperation with Jumpstart and Parents. Gymboree Play & Music will be holding Playdates with a Purpose for parents and children:
o Gymboree Play & Music of Ocean: Mon, April 26, 11am
Gymboree Play & Music of Ocean: Thurs, April 29, 6:30pm
Gymboree Play & Music of Howell: Thurs, April 22, 5:15pm
Gymboree Play & Music of Howell: Sun, April 18, 11:30am
“I’m excited to bring this wonderful philanthropic program to our community,” said Kathy Froelich, Director of Ocean & Howell Gymboree Play & Music. “From the moment they walk in the door, parents can see that we’ve created an environment where kids are free to explore and participate in uniting activities plus use this valuable time together to give to such a worthwhile cause. Each child at the Playdate with a Purpose will be asked to make a bookplate for $5.00 and that bookplate will be located on the inside cover of a book that will be donated to a less fortunate child.”
Playdate with a Purpose provides parents with an easy, fun and interactive way to engage with their children, and also helps combat our nation’s early literacy crisis through the play it forward component of each Playdate, which provides the funds for books, supplies and quality programming for children in need. Further, the child-friendly charitable activity in each Playdate helps parents instill the importance of philanthropy in their children at an early age. Tips on how to talk to children about the importance of giving are provided by Dr. Dale Atkins, a licensed psychologist with over 30 years experience focusing on families, early childhood development and communication, and a frequent expert on NBC’s TODAY Show.
“Learning the power and joy of giving starts early, earlier than most would ever imagine. Even children of three and four can understand and actively participate in helping others,” Atkins said. “Lessons of giving are important to learn at an early age as they contribute to teaching compassion and empathy in children, important life-long lessons.”
“Every parent wants to do what’s best for their child, but unfortunately not everyone has access to the resources necessary to do so. Playdate with a Purpose creates a fun, engaging and educational learning experience while also supporting Jumpstart,” said Kim Davenport, Jumpstart’s Senior Vice President of Education and Program. “By participating in the simple and timeless ritual of the playdate, families across America can help support the work that Jumpstart is doing to ensure that children in low-income communities are ready for school and ready for life.”
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Gymboree Play & Music, the global leader in classes for kids for more than 30 years, recently announced the launch of Playdate with a Purpose in [area] in cooperation with Jumpstart and Parents. Gymboree Play & Music will be holding Playdates with a Purpose for parents and children:
o Gymboree Play & Music of Ocean: Mon, April 26, 11am
Gymboree Play & Music of Ocean: Thurs, April 29, 6:30pm
Gymboree Play & Music of Howell: Thurs, April 22, 5:15pm
Gymboree Play & Music of Howell: Sun, April 18, 11:30am
“I’m excited to bring this wonderful philanthropic program to our community,” said Kathy Froelich, Director of Ocean & Howell Gymboree Play & Music. “From the moment they walk in the door, parents can see that we’ve created an environment where kids are free to explore and participate in uniting activities plus use this valuable time together to give to such a worthwhile cause. Each child at the Playdate with a Purpose will be asked to make a bookplate for $5.00 and that bookplate will be located on the inside cover of a book that will be donated to a less fortunate child.”
Playdate with a Purpose provides parents with an easy, fun and interactive way to engage with their children, and also helps combat our nation’s early literacy crisis through the play it forward component of each Playdate, which provides the funds for books, supplies and quality programming for children in need. Further, the child-friendly charitable activity in each Playdate helps parents instill the importance of philanthropy in their children at an early age. Tips on how to talk to children about the importance of giving are provided by Dr. Dale Atkins, a licensed psychologist with over 30 years experience focusing on families, early childhood development and communication, and a frequent expert on NBC’s TODAY Show.
“Learning the power and joy of giving starts early, earlier than most would ever imagine. Even children of three and four can understand and actively participate in helping others,” Atkins said. “Lessons of giving are important to learn at an early age as they contribute to teaching compassion and empathy in children, important life-long lessons.”
“Every parent wants to do what’s best for their child, but unfortunately not everyone has access to the resources necessary to do so. Playdate with a Purpose creates a fun, engaging and educational learning experience while also supporting Jumpstart,” said Kim Davenport, Jumpstart’s Senior Vice President of Education and Program. “By participating in the simple and timeless ritual of the playdate, families across America can help support the work that Jumpstart is doing to ensure that children in low-income communities are ready for school and ready for life.”
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