Spreading Bear Cub Pride With Blankets!

My name is Shauna Anderson and in this final semester of my undergraduate career I am completing the last portion of my Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education (Psychology minor). As a student intern in Mrs. Chlomoudis Kindergarten class at Riverview Elementary School and upon completion of my internship, I must generate a comprehensive unit lesson plan and my theme is inspiring the difference between wants and needs. Encouraged by a Caldecott Medal book award winner, A Chair for My Mother by Vera B. Williams, my aim is to reassure my students that even though they live in an area of low socioeconomic status where material things exist only in their dreams, that even giving the smallest amount can make a huge difference.

To tie this all in, I am working along with my students to begin with a penny collection. The intention is to raise enough money for each child to make a fleece blanket and provide it to one elderly individual at a local nursing home. Each blanket is approximately 4yds, totaling $30 a students for 25 students. My goal is to raise $775, and that is where YOU come in. There are no donations too big or too small. Please consider assisting us in the overwhelming feeling of joy associated with helping those less fortunate.