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What is Juniors?
Juniors is our second section and is for
children aged between 8 and 11.
What do they do?
Juniors have fun! Their meetings are crammed
full of challenges, games and activities, usually ones that they themselves have
suggested. There are hundreds of activities catering for just about every
possible interest. At the same time we try to encourage them to explore other
new interests. There is loads of variety and little chance of becoming bored!
The award programme is specifically designed to
encourage a child to look beyond themselves. Many are interested in one type of
activity - perhaps sports, or natural history. Our special programme provides
for such interests and at the same time gently urges them to try others of a
different type. This provides a balanced all round programme - which includes
spiritual and social input, as well as physical and adventure activities in 5
different programme zones . . .
- Body - fit for fun
- Mind - think and do
- Spirit - God and me
- Community - me and my world
- Creativity - make and do
Juniors will also get to go on trips and days
out, to places like the zoo, theme parks or a farm. As well as possibly going on
a weekend camp or holiday that is often the highlight of the year.
Juniors is about . . .
- having fun
- making friends
- enjoying lots of activities
- trying new things
Through the many different activities, Juniors
will . . .
- learn about themselves
- get to know people and learn to work
together
- explore their community
- personally develop
Why Juniors?
Juniors are developing rapidly. Between the
ages of 8 and 11, there are big changes in a child's mental, emotional, social
and physical development. However, all children are different and have a variety
of needs. The relationships we form with children at this age can be important
in assisting them to achieve a sound sense of personal and group identity.
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