Elementary Kids:
It's going to be shoe box night next week. Shoe box? Yes, with Operation Christmas Child, we'll be putting together shoe boxes for Samaritan's Purse to deliver all over the world.
Parents who want to participate are encouraged to shop with their kids for little trinkets and things. Gift ideas are listed below (or go to the Operation Christmas Child website: http://www.samaritanspurse.org/index.php/OCC/index/)
GIFT IDEAS
- TOYS: small cars, balls, dolls, stuffed animals, kazoos, harmonicas, yo-yos, jump ropes, small Etch A Sketch®, toys that light up or make noise (with extra batteries), Slinky®, etc.
- SCHOOL SUPPLIES: pens, pencils and sharpener, crayons or markers, stamps and ink pad sets, writing pads or paper, solar calculators, coloring and picture books, etc.
- HYGIENE ITEMS: toothbrush, toothpaste, mild bar soap (in a plastic bag), comb, washcloth, etc.
- OTHER: Hard candy and lollipops (please double bag all candy), mints, gum, T-shirts, socks, ball caps; sunglasses, hair clips, toy jewelry, watches, flashlights (with extra batteries)
- A PERSONAL NOTE: In a separate envelope, you may enclose a note to the child and a photo of yourself or your family. (If you include your name and address, the child
may write back.)
PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE: Used or damaged items; war-related items such as toy guns, knives or military figures; chocolate or food; liquids or lotions; medications or vitamins; breakable items such as snowglobes or glass containers; aerosol cans
Also, for those parents who are able, if you can include a check for $7- to Samaritan's Purse with an "OCC" in the memo section, we'd greatly appreciate it!
THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP IN REACHING THE WORLD FOR CHRIST!
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