Nat the Elf Delivers Much More Than Holiday Cheer
Sometimes the greatest gifts aren't wrapped in paper. This holiday season, Nat the Elf delivered Winter Activity Books to students at Mendenhall Elementary, bringing smiles, excitement, and opportunities for continued learning during the school break. Thanks to the support of community partners and dedicated volunteers, these educational resources are helping children build confidence, strengthen literacy skills, and develop a lifelong love of learning.
Nat the Elf made a special stop at Mendenhall Elementary to deliver Winter Activity Books to help children continue learning at home during the extended school break. Armed with stacks of Winter Activity Books, she brought smiles, excitement, and a little holiday magic to the Kindergarten through 2nd grade classrooms. But her mission wasn’t just about spreading cheer, it was about making a lasting impact.
One mom shared how the Winter Activity Book became an unexpected blessing for their child recovering from kidney surgery. “The activity book kept my son engaged and happy while he was healing. It was such a thoughtful way to keep his mind busy and help him feel like a kid again during a tough time.”
Readers in Motion is igniting a love for learning in economically disadvantaged children who might not otherwise have access to books at home. By equipping students with educational tools and fostering a culture of learning, we’re ensuring that these young minds keep growing beyond the classroom. From one-on-one support provided by our Classroom Grandparents to engaging family reading challenges and hands-on STEM nights, this program is truly a community effort to build brighter futures.
Thank You to Our Community Partners
We value our community partners who believe in the power of education and invest in intergenerational connection to help children love to learn!
Thank you to SE Grocers, whose support ensures that we can continue providing essential resources like books and activity kits to spark joy and learning in young students.
A special shoutout to TECO Energy! Thanks to their contribution to Classroom Grandparents, we can mobilize 3 NEW Classroom Grandparents to help children learn to read.
Florida Philanthropic Network is helping us take math tutoring to a whole new level. Their Excellence in Math Mini Grant will support our Classroom Grandparents who receive top-notch training from Hillsborough County’s K-5 Math Specialists, learning tools and techniques to make math click for kids.
Plus, they receive Emotional IQ training to help students overcome math anxiety and build confidence. From messaging that shows why math is cool to games, puzzles, and real-life applications, we’re equipping our volunteers with fresh, engaging ways to help kids love math.
Share the Spirit of Giving
Are you someone with a big heart who wants to see kids succeed? We’d love to have you join our team of Classroom Grandparent volunteers in Hillsborough and Pinellas counties!
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