Wednesday,November 20, 2013, marks the UNs International Childrens Day. successby6edmonton.info/ndc-get-involved/ Watch for ways that Canmore is celebrating Children’s Day. Several groups will be making blue ribbonsfor lapels (or versions thereof) to share with others. Canmores Big Head sculpture will be wearing a celebratory message on a blue head band and decorated with childrens handprints. Wrap a blue piece of yarn around colleagues wrists that day, simply sharinga positive message about ouryoung people, like Make sure to hug a child today; its National Childrens Day!CELEBRATE OUR MOST PRECIOUS RESOURCE - CHILDREN There are many ways to get involved in celebrating National Child Day in your community, home, school or agency - here are just a few ideas:Participate in the Blue Ribbon Campaign by making your own ribbons and sharing them with others – wearing a blue ribbon shows that you support Canada’s children having prime consideration in all economic, social and political decisions, policies, programs and expenditures. - Tell a friend, neighbor, colleague or your school about National Child Day - Send a card to a child, caregiver or teacher in honour of the day- Become a mentor - Explore ways to make your community a safer place for children - Reflect on your ability to ensure children receive prime consideration in all decisions that affect them, on both personal and professional levels - Host a community event to celebrate children’s rights – invite your local politician to raise awareness of children’s issues - Collect and donate clothing, books and toys for a children’s charity or daycare - Do an art project with a child, celebrating their rights and responsibilities - Give children a chance to express themselves through song, movement and stories
Posted on: Wed, 20 Nov 2013 05:19:56 +0000
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