If you have ever interacted with a child, you know they are constantly learning, right from birth. What children learn during those years depends on the experiences they have each and every day. The United Way, through the Community Partnership for Children has been focusing on early learning investments.
That's where United Way Born Learning Trails come in. Born Learning Trails provide free opportunities for parents, grandparents and caregivers to boost young children's literacy and language skills. The trails feature interactive stations with tips and tools to engage children in play-based learning activities. By playing and exploring together, caregivers can help their children get ready for success in school and in life.
Generations Intergenerational Center in Plymouth was a logical site for the first Born Learning Trail. They have been great collaborators on a variety of projects and have been working on an exercise path already. Executive Director Joann Van Horn Wieland shares, “Our VitaCourse at Generations is an excellent way for adults to exercise and enjoy being outdoors. In addition to adult-sized exercise stations, several companion pieces designed for children are slated for installation this fall. Together, adult and child, experience the joy of being together through movement and nature.”
A ribbon cutting celebration will take place on Tuesday, October 25th at 2:30 p.m. The community is welcome to attend, explore the trail and enjoy refreshments.
Born Learning Trails can be installed at a park, a child care center or school, a library or an indoor community gathering space. If you or your company would like to sponsor a new Born Learning Trail in Sheboygan County, or if you are interested in helping to install a Born Learning Trail, please contact United Way 0f Sheboygan County at 920.458.3425.