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Parents of 1B,

As you can see your children have had a lot of great ideas in coming up with this project. They have all worked together to come up with this project and how they want to approach it. The children and myself are going to use this website as a way to show our progress in this project.(This was the children's idea) We are also hoping that it will inspire people who look at it to help others as well. If first graders can do it... so can other people. We are also using the website in hopes that if there are family members or friends that support the project and would like to monetarily donate to the cause, there is a place for them to send donations. The children have such big hearts and want to supply the world to others and a bake sale, though a wonderful idea, may not bring in as much money as they would like.

The children will be baking the goodies themselves at school alongside adults. They will be responsible for every step of the project, very similar to the "1B Zoo". Because the project does require the use of an oven and is quite a challenge, they have decided to ask volunteers to come in and help. They have worked this week in groups to write letters to approved volunteers from our classroom. These letters will be going out soon (The children decided that they wanted them all typed, so it is a little delayed). They have also enlisted the help of Mrs. King's second grade class. Parents from the approved list in this classroom will also be asked.

Things you should know: -the money for supplies needed will be taken care of through a grant with the church which is in the process of being approved at it's last level. We will need to possibly borrow a few extra baking sheets or mixers from parents, but we are waiting to have a final decision on this.

-the children have decided to use recipes that they love from home along with some from the internet. I am asking that you send in a recipe or two with your child. All we need is a copy either sent in with your child or emailed to me. Please do this as soon as possible.

-The children are doing this project from beginning to end, so if you have extra wrapping materials or other items you think might help we are accepting any donations.... Any extra money from our grant will be put toward the children's gifts to the family in need.

-This is going to be a lot of work, but my hope is that your children not only LOVE the experience, but that they truly gain a lot from such a special project. A lot of standards are being worked into this project so that they are learning skills for a reason (their project).

-You have amazing children! Working with them on projects like this make my job amazing every day! They are so caring and up for any challenge... They are truly excited to help others and are willing to do whatever they can. Amazing parents are the reason for such great children:) THANK YOU!