Lend a Hand -- Heal a Heart

Why

What good deeds can you do? Celebrate volunteer efforts and connect with other people!

Steps

1. Talk with friends, parents, and teachers or other group leaders about the many ways people can help others. Make this project with a friend to show how much you care!

2. On construction paper, trace around your friend’s spread-out hands with a Crayola Washable Marker. Ask your partner to trace your hands on another sheet. Color your hands with Crayola Multicultural Markers.

3. You might read a story to your little brother or serve snacks at a club meeting. How does it make you feel when you volunteer to help? Show your ideas in a colorful picture. Describe your act of kindness or community service with words, too.

4. Share your creation with others to encourage them to volunteer.

Safety Guidelines

Adult supervision is required for any arts & crafts project. Observe children closely and intervene as necessary to prevent potential safety problems and ensure appropriate use of arts and crafts materials. Some craft items, particularly beads and buttons, are potential choking hazards for young children. Avoid use of such small parts with children younger than 3 years. Craft items such as scissors, push pins and chenille sticks may have sharp points or edges. Avoid use of materials with sharp points by children younger than 4 years. Read all manufacturers' safety warnings before using arts and craft supplies.

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Supplies

crayola supplies
  • Markers
  • Multicultural Markers
  • Construction Paper

Where & When

"This activity empowers children! It helps them identify what they can DO."
Oscar R., youth group coordinator.

"My children love to volunteer. They’re making a book with these drawings to keep track of their efforts. "
Sheila J., mother of ages 8 and 11.


Interesting Info

One example of young volunteers is Trick or Treat for UNICEF. Kids raise funds to improve the lives of children around the world.