Primary School Books on WATER theme

Primary School Water Books Water Hole by Graeme Base, Puffin Books http://www.amazon.ca/Water-Hole-Graeme-Base/dp/0142401978/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1256951743&sr=8-1 JK- grade 1 In the tradition of his best-selling alphabet book, Animalia, author and illustrator Graeme Base takes young readers on an exhilarating journey of discovery with an ingenious fusion of counting book, puzzle book, storybook,...

Water Solutions Research

WATER ACCESS, QUALITY & SOLUTIONS BACKGROUND MATERIAL prepared by the BAS Social Responsibility Committee 1. WATER ISSUES AT KINU PRIMARY SCHOOL IN UGANDA Water Situation at Kinu Primary A report on the water situation at Kinu Primary School was conducted by a water technician on November 8th 2008 The technician studied the feasibility of a rain water harvesting tank The investigation involved visiting the school,...

Basic Water Facts & Actions

Basic Water Facts & Actions Facts • Only 1 % of all the earth's water is available to drink • Half of the world’s fresh water lies within the borders of Canada • The average Sub-Saharan African person uses the same amount of water in a day as we do when we flush a toilet once • 50% of all major rivers are polluted or depleted • A small drip from a faucet can waste 75 litres of water a day What We Can Do • Designate one glass...

Ripple Effects

We began the year by showing all Beaches Alternative School (BAS) classes the Ryan’s Well Video about a 6 year old boy who raised money for a well in Uganda. After in-class work, the students came together to share what they had learned with one another during a project launch. The grade 3-4 class developed a skit about the “Ripple Effect” of social change based on the class discussion following viewing the video. They were inspired...

Green Energy Efficient Homes Makes Contribution

We would like to send out our appreciation to recent travel sponsor. www.green-energy-efficient-homes.com Thank yo...

Corporate Donations Towards Travel Expenses

Several people have approached us with requests for information to take to their employers for potential travel sponsorship. Thank you!! We are still in the process of putting together information packages but expect to have something by the end of Octob...

Photos of Tank Installation

Flickr slideshow of tank installation process ...

Community Thank You: Serenity Massage Fundraiser

Serenity Massage Hosted a Community Fundraiser for the Uganda Water and Garden Project on Nov 15, 2009 Together, we successfully raised $1,544!  We would like to THANK the following Local Business & Community Members:First, thank you to Kim Dunlop and Trish Quintal at Serenity Massage for your tremendous efforts in hosting this event.  We would also like to thank Jennifer's Original Gluten Free Bread for...

Indulge, relax, reflect.

Join us for a relaxing and inspiring afternoon! You are invited to an Open House Fundraiser at Serenity Massage Therapy on November 15th, 2009 between 1 and 4pm. Indulge in wine, chocolate and massage while making a difference in the lives of 700 children. Tickets are $10 each or 3 for $25. A tax receipt will be issued for $25 or more. If you can’t attend but still want to contribute, purchased tickets will also be entered...

Water Tanks Installed at Kinu

It took the entire school year for the students at the four schools (Beaches Alternative School, Adam Beck, Kimberly and Monarch Park CI) to raise awareness and funds for the Rain Water Harvesting Tank. ...

Traditional Crafts from African Plants

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