World Unite!
Project
The daycare center Los Ositos in León, Nicaragua is attended by about 90 children from ages 0 through 6 years old, which mainly come from poor families. Younger children and babies 0 through 2 years attend kindergarten, while the 3 year olds through to 6 year olds learn at the preschool. Due to a lack of funds, the daycare center is poorly equipped. Above all, there is a lack of creative learning and playing materials.
Needs
General School Supplies:
Colored Pencils, Erasers, Handheld Pencil Sharpeners, Pencils, Pencil Cases/Bags, Pens, Rulers, Exercise Books, and White and/or Colored Paper for Drawing, Painting, and Cutting
Flash Cards:
(Spanish) Alphabet and Math
Wall Charts:
(Spanish) Human Body, Math, World Maps, Health, Hygiene, Values, and Environment Protection
Text/Reading Books:
(Spanish) Age Appropriate Story Books
Art Supplies:
Age Appropriate Scissors and Coloring Books
Educational Games/Toys:
Puzzles, Educational Games to Practice Numbers, Counting, Words, Letters and Memory Games
Sports/Outdoor Activity:
Netball/Basketballs and Soccer Balls
Initiatives Supported
Listed on this page are the specific needs requested by the community project(s) so you can choose exactly what to pack for a purpose and express your gratitude to the local community with the supplies you take them. If you prefer, you may reach out directly to them to inquire about items which may be available for purchase locally. Arranging visits to community projects is beyond the scope of our mission. If you wish to visit a project, contact the participant and they can let you know what is possible.
Candy and balloons are not on the needs list as they are harmful for the children and the environment for the following reasons:
• Few of the children benefiting from these projects have access to toothpaste, toothbrushes, or a dentist. The candy promotes cavities.
• The balloons once they become deflated are a choking hazard for local wildlife.
Instead of taking candy or balloons, use that space for additional requested supplies, as they are priceless.
