Fisica (Physical Education)
Manueldades (Knitting, Crocheting and Jewelry)Nancy Cenepo (the wife of the Director of Projects) has volunteered her time to teach some of the kids how to knit and crochet. Boys and girls are learning how to make small pouches, scarves and bags. The kids love it and have even asked to continue during their free time. I am working with a group of children in the jewelry program I was involved in the last time I was at Hogar de Esperanza. They are learning how to design necklaces and bracelets worthy of selling. Many of the kids have never been challenged to use creativity, so this is a great opportunity for them to think differently. We hope to be able to sell the items made. Part of the money would go to buy more supplies and the rest would go to a savings account for the child who made it. Then, when they are of age to leave the albergue, they will have some money to help them get started.
Sixteen kids, Joel and Hayley (Maryland) spend 3 days a week exercising, competing, running, playing, stretching and doing push ups. The boys are determined to be as strong as Tio Joel and everybody wants to be like Tia Hayley. Lately they've been having some great games of kickball. It's a great way to exhaust energy, keep in shape and learn teamwork and determination.
Manueldades (Knitting, Crocheting and Jewelry)
Juegos (Games)
Amy (Kansas City) runs this program. Juegos is a fun learning time for kids to practice team work, playing by the rules and taking turns. They also run the sand dunes, read stories and have a blast! 
Musica (Guitar Lessons)
