This year instead of a the traditional classroom gift exchange, the 2nd graders have decided to do things a little differently. We have chosen to raise money to buy a goat for an impoverished family in another part of the world. Please watch the following video from Samaritan's Purse. They are the same organization that does Operation Christmas Child.
Our goal is to raise SEVENTY DOLLARS by next week Thursday. If we don't make our goal, we will purchase chickens and/or honeybees instead. If we surpass our goal, we will purchase as many gifts as we can.
Here is a picture of our collection box. So far we have already raised more than three dollars!
If you and your family are interested in purchasing a gift for those in need around the world this Christmas through Samaritan's Purse, please check out their gift giving catalog HERE.
And now a fun picture of our friend, Flat Wrigley, hanging out on our classroom decor. (Please don't try this trick at home.) :o)
