Education Community Service Activity

Children and families living in poverty usually have few possessions. The little money that families have goes to food and clothing, so often children do not have anything to play with. Have the students start a campaign to collect toys, books and games to distribute homeless shelters and other organizations that reach the poor in your community. These items can be new or from their own collec collection of toys that they are willing to give away. Explain to the students that playing is an important part of child development and that they will help prepare younger children for their future education.

Encourage the students to volunteer their time at shelters and other organizations that serve families and children living in poverty. Younger students can take time to play games or read children books, while older students might want to tutor children.