Love Is All About Play
Saturday: 3 November 2007
The year end is coming and it is reaching into the 8th month since I voluntary run this playgroup in Sg.Long Buddhist society. Initially when I was offered to give this a try, there was so much doubt that came to my mind such as:
- What if I can’t handle the group
- What if I need to go back to work one day
- What if I do not have the time and energy to continue it
But if any mums out there asking me if I ever regret, I would say loudly, NO, I DON’T. In fact I hope my daughter can stay in this playgroup, forever and ever. Running this playgroup is the best thing ever happen to me, for the satisfaction is so much more than anything that money can buy. Mummies, if you can, each out and volunteer yourself for the sake of your own kids, and other children as well. Go search for societies, temples or church and offer them 2 hours a week to run a playgroup in your place. Anymore info on how to start that, I’ll help you to start it on scratch.
Ok, let me update about our last week’s activity.
See we have our own Underwater World, Safari, and Bird Park corner? Tell you, we even have a Jurassic Park!
These two mummies on duties, Joanne and Cheng Sim came out with a fantastic idea. Instead of free play for the first hour, they created a Pretend Zoo. Joanne took the initiative to show the kids some animals, along with some songs with noise the animals made. She even prepared a very easy and fun craft, a Spider to go with her Itsy-Bitsy-Spider song and actions.
See the nice animal on the velcro board? Cheng Sim did a very nice story telling using the velcro board animal where all kids can’t wait for their turn to stick the animal on board. During break, Kelly even surprise us this time with her nice little birthday bash for her little girl, Wen Wen. Each kid were treated a cup of homemade pudding, a lil cheese tart and a party pack.
I really appreciate all the effort put in from all mummies in this playgroup. Everything is so well planned and even most of the toys and stuffs were bring from home. Thank you to all of you, not only my girl enjoy this playgroup, but I am even more lucky to have found you all.
Chinnee, you did a great job with the playgroup. My children and I love the playgroup too. All the mummies and daddies in our playgroup are all so dedicated and creative. That makes our playgroup fun.
Photos well chosen. Interesting title for our mini zoo too.
Chin Nee, you are very committed & dedicated. Why not set up a child care center?
CN: Fulltime? tak mau, otherwise i pengsan!
although i’m not at the playgroup but i can sense that you and mummies out there put much efforts to teach all these children…. thumb up!! u done a great job
CN: Thanks Fiona, i believe any mum would do the same for their children
Congratulations for being able to run a playgroup, it’s a hard job, thanks to your love and dedication. I salute you and the other moms, job well done!
CN: Not just me alone, I believe u would do the same :p
Now that is creative. I can see why the children had such a good time. I especially love the velcro board idea. I know my daughter would love something like that. I love our playgroup.
CN: It is fun for mummies too :p
Wah… I must go look see when I’m in KL!
CN: Sure or not? haha…
aiks!! too bad this playgroup is in sg long. if its nearer i’ll sure join. btw, for kids what age??
CN: the range is from 1-5. Best if the child is between 2-4 (closer age range).
I just wish I can bring my kids to such playgroup. If only we got time. Sure fun watching the kids learn new things and especially meeting new kids.
CN: Joneh, it is really worth while sparing some time for the kids activity.
i really admire all your mummies….so dedicated.
Btw, I live in PJ. How to yum cha???
CN: kinda far…why all mummies live there one ler??
wow….u r such a good organizer/planner heh! so, r u gonna organise one for all yr bloggers’ kids….hehehe??!!
why not turn yr passion into one that could generate income and a lifetime job??
good job, salute u & your group!!
CN: It is really tiring. No lar…once a week will do. Still prefers blogging, hehe…
I love the part of sharing the toys. Each one bring their own animals from home, and ta ta…animal kingdom is created!! So nice and wonderful idea….
CN: Oh Jo, this time Jo-N brought all the animals, Cheng Sim did the animal story and Kelly the nice snack…
Chinnee, claim you “Happy Blogging Wish” from my blog.
You have done a great job and very dedicated on that.. |*clap clap*| for you.. wonderful mama..
CN: Kee Yit, thats a good reason i can play :p
Bravo Chinnee, all of you did a very good job. I really envy the playgroup activities, but sadly my area don’t have one and for a working mum it is a bit hard to commit too. But, for sure you all have gain a lot of experience and benefits from it, same to the kids too. Keep up the good job!
CN: A good time for the mums to socialise also :p
Great job Chinnee, looking forward more update from you.
CN: Hi Vicky, u can do the same too…haha!
Cool Mama!!! So creative, so out-going!
if i’m SAHM, i would love 2 start one too.
Wah.. can find so many animals to the little animal kingdom. *very impressed* It’s always fun to read abt the activities in ur playgrp.
Does Qiqi enjoy the party pack?
I satisfy when seeing kids’ laughter…they are so real and innocent and so pure… how i wish i’m still a kid!!!
Chin Nee, can i bring my niece(4 yrs old) and nephew(2 yrs old) to join your playgroup…i can feel the children in this paygroup are very fun adn happy..May i know where is the location and time? we need to pay any fees?
Hi Clara, thanks for your interest in this playgroup. I have written an email to you for the details.
Keep up the good work Chinnee, I’m impressed with the playgroup and your effort, if it’s not the distance (ya & me being lazy), I will definitely join every week!
thanks for coming too, Karen. Good to see you again !