Right To Play

In December an organization called "Right to Play" asked the Presiding Bishopric for a large donation.  We were asked to check it out here in Jordan and send our assessment back to Salt Lake.

On Sunday (not the Sabbath) we spent the entire day visiting their programs in action.  It was a very interesting experience for us.  We think their methods are making a difference and are touching the lives of many children in a positive way.

In a neighborhood women's center in a Palestenian refugee camp we saw volunteers working with young girls who were learning how to identify their feelings and understand what is happening in their lives.

The children in this classroom in a poor area of Amman were excited and engaged in learning. 

Teachers used a variety of teaching techniques

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These little girls were learning the difference between telling a lie and telling the truth by acting out the story of Little Red Riding Hood.

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Learning math with cards

Learning math by jumping to numbers painted on the floor

 Right to Play is bringing diverse groups of children together and teaching them how to cooperate.

It's very important for children in this part of the world to learn how to cooperate with people who aren't the same as they are.

After the visit, we recommended a significant contribution.  We feel confident that Right To Play can have a big impact on education in the Middle-East.  An added bonus is that they have a "house with glass walls."  They use the latest technology to eliminate waste and to let donors know how every penny is spent.  A big "thumbs up" for Right to Play!!