Children's books to Ukraine

Earlier this year we were approached by the Rotary Club of Kyiv to see if we could provide help to a kindergarten in the Kyiv Oblast (province) in Ukraine.

The Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine have introduced a law which will require all preschool children to learn English.
 
They were looking for books and word games suitable for young children learning their first English words and phrases, so RotaryMK stepped up to help.

Led by members Hannah and Marie we collected a wide selection of local donations and charity shop finds, which Hannah sorted to make sure they were suitable and in good condition. 

This month our first consignment arrived at the kindergarten:

"The package of children's books has safely arrived at the kindergarten in Makariv. The teachers opened it and were absolutely delighted with the wonderful selection of books.

One of our fellow Rotarians happened to be there when the package was opened. She visits Makariv very often, and she called me to describe the excitement and joy that your books created. She said everyone was deeply touched and impressed.

For now, the kindergarten administration has decided not to give the books directly to the children. Instead, they are planning to create a special reading club where the books will be kept, and the children will enjoy them together with their teachers during organized activities." - Galyna

This is an ongoing project, so if you have any pre-school books and games collecting dust, get in touch, we would love to hear from you.

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