– The kids could make a video to send to family and friends, dressed as rebels or redcoats, asking for assistance on the battlefield. (They could even sport their best British accent!)
– How about writing up their request as a letter home from a soldier, asking for help?
– For the artistic-types, a drawing depicting the brutal battle scene (at the bowling alley) might be a humorous way to bring up the subject. Take a photo of it to attach to an email, or make photocopies of it to show to friends and family members when asking for a donation.
– Let your children mention why they love their school, and why they want to help! Most people appreciate a personal connection and hearing why kids care. It might be particularly nice if they talk about the awesome new math videos, or what they love about science and art.
– Earning money on their own is also a great way to support this fundraiser. Kids can offer to do chores around the neighborhood or for family members, do some pet-sitting, collect cans and bottles to return, set up a good old-fashioned lemonade stand or bake sale, or anything else they can think of to help meet the goal.
