Children Know Best

After a substantial clean up of a portion of the overlooked 3.5 acres located north of BC Ferries in Campbell River, the conductor for this Adopt-a-Block undertaking, Mark Myles, asked the children an important question.

“Why is it important to clean up?” he asked.

“To make Campbell River beautiful,” came one answer from a young child.

“So that we can live in a clean place,” said another.

“It’s good for the earth,” said one more.

The children grasped the concept immediately. Those who handled the garbage tongs scurried to the many pieces of trash and claimed each to be their responsibility. They gingerly placed their find into the garbage bags toted by their adult companions. The entire activity was a teaching and learning event. The children were taught to look after the earth and the parents learnt that their children are enthusiastic little service providers.

“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” ~ Mahatma Gandhi

Real-life Service Providers

Children Know Best

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