Superhero Day / Real-Life Heroes Thank-You Cards
Real-Life Heroes Thank-You Cards
Children write and decorate thank-you cards for local paramedics, nurses and firefighters, then deliver or post them.
How to run it
- Talk about community helpers and how they keep us safe.
- Let children write and decorate a card for a helper of their choice.
- Collect the cards into envelopes addressed to the local station or hospital.
- Post or deliver them, and share any replies with the group.
You will need
- card
- pens
- envelopes
- textas
Make it easier or harderYounger children draw a picture and dictate a message, while older children write a longer letter.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 2, Outcome 5Children contribute to their community and practise expressing thanks in writing.
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