Jungle Jamz Presents Storytime Events Honoring Community Heroes

Local community heroes are being celebrated through engaging storytime events at Jungle Jamz. These sessions highlight essential figures in the community, such as postmasters, pastors, pediatric dentists, school principals, sanitation workers, and librarians.

Creating Empathy Through Storytelling

Organizer Hopkins emphasizes the importance of recognizing local heroes. She states that interactions with these professionals help children understand the community’s various roles.

• Postmasters ensure efficient mail delivery.
• Sanitation workers maintain public cleanliness.

These roles are crucial for the community’s functionality. By meeting these individuals, children become more empathetic and aware of how everyone contributes to society.

Featured Community Hero: Alisia Keeling

Last week’s storytime featured local author Alisia Keeling. She presented her debut book, “My Little Family: Mommy Chose Me.” Inspired by her own experiences with IVF, Keeling created this book to foster confidence in her daughter regarding their family structure.

The initiative began as a personal project. After a friend’s encouragement, she decided to self-publish the book to reach a broader audience.

Impact on Children

Keeling aimed to prepare her daughter for school and social interactions. Sharing her story during the event was initially daunting, but she found the experience fulfilling.

Community Engagement and Benefits

Parents Chloe Punsalan and Anne Gadson regularly attend storytime events with their children. They appreciate the exposure these events give their kids to various professions.

• Children can ask questions about different jobs.
• Parents connect with one another in a supportive environment.

Gadson notes the educational value of meeting local heroes, while Punsalan highlights the sense of safety and community these events foster.

Success of Jungle Jamz Storytime Events

Overall, the hero storytime events at Jungle Jamz have proven to be very successful. Hopkins reports positive feedback from participants.

“Everyone loves it, and even the guests enjoy interacting with the kids,” she remarked. The vibrant energy during these events creates a unique atmosphere.

As a result, the Jungle Jamz storytime offering continues to grow, creating lasting connections between community heroes and families.