Cheeky tots invited to go hunting for cheeky bugs!
Nurseries and playgroups from across the country are being urged to hunt out a cheeky bug to help the fight against meningitis as part of Meningitis UK's Big Bug Hunt.
The Big Bug Hunt is an exciting new event being launched this week. Designed to appeal to pre-school children's love of bugs - and anything bug related - Cheeky Bug, like the meningitis bug, needs to be found.
Tots will be able to take part in a variety of events and activities tailored to the abilities and interests of pre-school children including a sponsored bug hunt or obstacle course, fancy dress and colouring competition, to have fun while learning about meningitis.
The event can be held at anytime throughout September and October 2008 and by taking part, nursery and pre-school groups will be helping to protect children from meningitis - a disease which particularly affects children under the age of five.
Money raised from the Big Bug Hunt will go towards Meningitis UK's Search 4 a Vaccine Campaign and groups will also have the option of keeping 25 per cent for their own organisation.
Kate Rowland, Big Bug Head Co-ordinator, said: "The Big Bug Hunt is really easy to organise and has been designed specifically to fit around the needs of play groups and nurseries. Not only will it be really fun, but there are also endless opportunities for learning, whether the children are counting bug's legs, painting and colouring or searching and exploring. Or groups can use it as the focal point of a week-long health or bug-related activity.
"To give groups a head start on Cheeky Bug, we've put together a free Resource Pack which includes Big Bug stickers for every child, a Cheeky Bug Story sheet, tips on running your event, sponsorship forms, symptoms cards for parents, downloadable images and templates and much more. Cheeky Bug will also be available to visit lucky groups across the country.
We'd like to see as many people join in as possible so if you are part of a nursery or pre-school group, or a parent, grandparent or child minder, why not get your little ones involved. You would be helping to raise vital awareness of the disease plus it's a great deal of fun! "
To register for the Big Bug Hunt or find out more about the event and Meningitis UK's work visit www.bigbughunt.org
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