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Commando Joe’s “joins forces” with Scotty’s Little Soldiers to offer character education to bereaved Forces children and young people
Commando Joe’s has teamed up with Scotty’s Little Soldiers to provide their members with enhanced educational support through Character Education. Bereaved children and young people supported by Scotty’s will be given a free subscription to Commando Joe’s online parents’ portal, meaning they can take part in top-secret missions at home, in the garden or in the park. These fun missions are designed to help children develop key skills that will not only support positive behaviours but help with growing confidence, as well as developing resilience, empathy, self-awareness, positivity, excellence, communication and teamwork, along with mental and physical wellbeing that will benefit the whole family. Going forward, the team at Commando Joe’s is keen to work closely with
Scotty’s Little Soldiers and will be supporting the charity with projects to benefit bereaved Forces families. In the future, Scotty’s is planning residential trips for its members aged 11-25 to encourage teamwork, build confidence, resilience and help with making informed decisions about next stages in life. Commando Joe’s team of veterans have offered to be involved with the trips, bringing unique skills as well as helping Scotty’s members feel connected to the military community. Nikki Scott, Founder of Scotty’s Little Soldiers, said: “It’s amazing to be
working with Commando Joe’s. They have a really unique way of getting the best out of children and young people. Scotty’s members face a lot of challenges as a consequence of the death of their parent, so any help we can give them to build resilience and confidence is so beneficial. We’re really grateful to Mike and his team at Commando Joe’s for their support.”
Mike Hamilton OBE, Founder of Commando Joe’s, said: “CJ’s are so proud
to be able to support and work in partnership with Scotty’s, such a fantastic charity that supports hundreds of children and families throughout the Armed Forces community. We hope that our small contribution helps as many young people as possible”.
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Morrisons launches Little Library Book Exchange and donates 50,000 books to help disadvantaged children
at home. Morrisons Little Library exchanges will be set up in stores across the UK
from this week. Customers can bring along unwanted books to donate, and all children, teenagers and parents can pick up a book for free. Books will also be donated through the initiative to local schools and community groups, via Morrisons Community Champions. David Potts, Morrisons CEO, said: “The past year has been extremely
difficult for everyone and we want to help as much as we can. We know that our younger customers love reading but some may not have access to books of their own. That’s why we’re launching the Morrisons Little Library – so every child has the chance to enjoy reading and brighten their future.” Rebecca Smith said: “To think that there are children who have never
enjoyed a bedtime story is heart-breaking. Stories change lives. Every child and every parent should have access to that experience. The Morrisons Little Library provides that potentially life-changing access.” Research from The Open University, which has been involved in shaping
Morrisons has launched a book donation and exchange station for children – the Morrisons Little Library – in its stores across the UK which aims to promote reading and literacy in children, particularly those who come from disadvantaged backgrounds. The Morrisons Little Library was inspired by Canterbury-based children’s
author, Rebecca Smith, who approached Morrisons asking for help to tackle the issues surrounding children’s literacy and the lack of availability of books
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the initiative, shows that reading books helps children to start conversations, spark imagination and support emotional wellbeing. The National Literacy Trust recently reported that children who own books are six times more likely to read above the level expected for their age but that one in 11 disadvantaged children don’t own a single book. Teresa Cremin, Professor of Education Literacy at The Open University,
added, “It’s been great working with Morrisons to help make the Little Library idea a reality. Reading benefits children and young people in so many ways and is especially vital after such a difficult and disruptive year, as it creates a safe space to escape and learn.”
May 2021
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