Feeling Chipper about the Great Outdoors
Michels adds, “I think it’s important to be involved at an educational level. Children are the future. And so much of what kids see in entertainment today has little or no value, either as education or entertainment. I wanted to be involved with a project that had a good message, and present that message in an entertaining way without becoming too ‘preachy’ or condescending.”
Rach-Wilson concludes, “Our goal is to excite and educate children so they will ask to go outside and play, while at the same time empowering parents with ideas and tips for a positive experience.”
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Event on April 28
Rach-Wilson and Chipper want to invite you to an event on April 28 from 10 am until 4 pm at Cal Expo Sacramento--Between Earth and Sky 100 Years of Girl Scouts - Earn Your Park Badge.
Join Chipper and the Girl Scouts who are celebrating their 100th anniversary in 2012 at this event-- Celebrating Green Forever. The Cal Expo fairgrounds will be transformed into a Girl Scouts-themed universe, showcasing all of what Girl Scouting has to offer from the past, present and in the future.
From arts, crafts and songs to science, activism and games, the 100th event is full of one-of-a-kind activities, information booths, food, live performances and interactive exhibits for all ages. Sing along to national and local talent at the main stage with Radio Disney's "Next Big Thing" winner Coco Jones, Girl Scout pop star Teresa and rockin’ all-sister Sledge Grits Band. There will also be horse shows, bounce houses, contests, SWAPs, rock-climbing walls and the largest display of Girl Scout History in Northern California!
Learn more and register:
http://www.girlscoutshcc.org/gshccadmin/site1/girlscouts/programEvents/1...
Resources:
The "Let’s Go Chipper" website
The "Let’s Go Chipper" Facebook Page
Upcoming Chipper Earth Day Event
Twitter: letsgochipper
http://www.linkedin.com/pub/pete-michels/12/97b/987
© Copyright 2012 Pamela Kleibrink Thompson
Pamela Kleibrink Thompson’s childhood did not include cell phones, apps, computers or video games so she spent a lot of time outdoors. She remembers her mom calling the kids in from playing outside one summer day to watch TV and they watched a man stepping onto the moon. You can reach her for career coaching, speaking and recruiting at PamRecruit@q.com.
Twitter: @PamRecruit
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Much appreciated Humberto! Though the journey has not always been easy, the reward of developing and distributing meaningful content which kids can truly engage in a positive way with top level creative talent and inspired brand partners has been more than worth it! Do good!
It's amazing how Doug keeps fulfilling his responsibility with society at 300%. When I first saw him involved at all the way to the ocean I thought it was amazing, and its motivating to see how it doesn't end there.
Keep it up Doug!
In an era when children don't spend much time outdoors it is great to have animated stories and applications like Chipper. As a parent I appreciate when I find high quality content for my kids and as a business person I appreciate finding a property built with passion.
As an avid animation fan and active grandparent it is really great to see this type of content being produced. I am a big believer in both keeping kids active and getting them motivated mentally and involved socially. Great stuff!
What a wonderful article!
It is really great and timely to hear stories about studios and programs in the entertainment world being designed to playfully and effectively teach about the environment as well as positively reinforce good social skills in kids.
As a parent, member of the entertainment industry and concerned citizen of Earth myself, I can relate to the goal these companies have to inspire parents to slow down and engage, patiently and intuitively. Making these meaningful connections with children will empower the conscientious self in everyone.
Keep doing good!
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