Tuesday, April 29, 2008

Hey guys, paiseh I only put up suggestions for CIP now ><

The organisation we're considering (and almost certainly) working with is the Melrose Home, a branch of the Children Aid's Society. Melrose Home is situated next to Ngee Ann Poly (very near KAP/BTP). It provides a nurturing environment for children who require residential facilities, and aims to help these children return back to their families as soon as possible.

I think Kelly's idea of a zoo excursion is very cool! Heh shall attempt to expand it based on my experience in guides:

Instead of a simple walk-around, let's have a mini amazing race for the children! We can split them up into small groups, and we can be their game marshalls. They'll have to go to various exhibits/places based on clues they are given, then do tasks at the stations (we are also station i/cs) to earn points and the clue to the next station. The tasks would be simple and easily within their abilities, like a simple song-and-dance or treasure hunt. The tasks can be related to flora and fauna, so we can spread the message of conserving the earth in a fun manner!

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Things to note:
We have to find out age group of children (I forgot to ask >< And it's not on their website) to tailor the activities to their liking

Children get tired/restless easily, we probably can't make them walk extremely long distances. Even with breaks & refreshments in between the activities shouldn't be too long, so must plan route carefully

Need to reccee! Last time I went zoo was in sec 4, think it's changed a bit >< Who's been to the zoo recently?

Kids probably have their favourite must-see exhibits! (e.g. polar bears and animal shows?) So must factor into the trip~

Costs. I think we should pay for it, regardless of whether the Melrose Home offers to share the bill. Do our part for those less fortunate than us =) It's a good incentive to keep costs low and sensible too.

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Yep please chip in ideas! This is as much for us as it is for the kids! We should have fun too~

I'm sorry I'll be fairly busy after school almost everyday till May 18th due to ELDDFS' SYF/main production these 3wks... so uhm I can contribute to discussions during school hours and at night. After that should get better...

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posted by ~ hongling ~ at 8:18 PM