Hello everyone! My name is Megan and I am a counselor for the 8 and 9 year old group…otherwise known as the Green Turtles! I’m here to recap the fourth day of Peace Camp 
Today’s theme was Respect Nature. In the morning, Inspector Pater taught us that we shouldn’t disrespect nature by littering. Instead, we should take time to appreciate the world around us. After learning this important lesson, the kids had a great time singing along to our theme song: “The Magic of Coming Together”. Smiles were abundant as the day began, and I don’t think they disappeared until it was time to go home.
In dance class, the kids enjoyed role-playing as trees and practicing how to show tension and relaxation. They acted out their best animal impressions in drama and were definitely ready to take a break for lunch. After lunch, it was time for visual art. The campers mastered the art of paper folding as they created origami cats and dogs. During Play Creatively, the Green Turtles enjoyed a game called “Garbage Collector” and listened to a heartfelt story known as The Giving Tree. Music class was wonderful as the campers sang songs about peace, practiced drumming, and learned the story behind peace cranes. During afternoon homeroom, my co-counselors and I asked the kids what turned out to be a very hard question — “What was your favorite part of the day?” I don’t think any of them could pick just one thing!
Today, I was especially moved because a few of my campers asked why Peace Camp can’t last the whole summer. I told them I don’t know why it isn’t longer than a week, but I would absolutely love if it could be all year-round! I cannot believe that tomorrow is the last day of camp. I want to thank God for bringing so many amazing kids into my life. This year’s Peace Camp has given me tremendous confidence as a teacher and a mentor. I will never forget the lessons I’ve learned at camp, and I hope the kids take their experiences with them as well.
