There seems
to be many things to reflect on after being part of such a great trip. As we
arrived in Kisumu there was a different culture and lifestyle to take in to
account, and indeed a different climate (very hot with a couple of
thunderstorms thrown in!). We were shown great hospitality and welcome here.
It was a
privilege to represent Yellow Dot here and share some of our knowledge with the
teachers. We were able to share experiences with the children in day care, such
as the sensory bags and bottles. To see their interest, curiosity and enjoyment
in playing with these was rewarding. We
sang nursery rhymes with them too. We also shared Froebel activities and Boogie
Mites with the children at the Life Centre School. The children showed great
imagination with the Froebel resources, and had a great time singing and
tapping out the rhythms of Boogie Mites; a nation with a natural rhythm.
The teachers
at the nursery and school have such a willingness to teach, and to support
these children in achieving their potential, and giving them an opportunity for
an education. They are fully committed to what they do. The children are really
keen to learn, and enjoy their time at the school and nursery. They always came
to greet us.
Alice and
James have worked hard to support the teachers at the nursery and school, and
have a strong faith. Even when the circumstances were very different, and the
school which was originally on the slum was bulldozed, they didn’t lose sight
of what they wanted to achieve. The children are making good progress at the
nursery and school, and they are within the top three in the area. What an
achievement!
The trip made me
reflect on my own life and what I take for granted, what I am grateful for(no
matter how small), and how I manage my finances and resources. I would like to
continue to support the work at the Life Centre School, and to be a part of how Yellow
Dot is changing lives.
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