MaKING DREAMs COME TRUE
When Tripp and Kelsey had the chance to move back to the Shenandoah Valley last year, they looked forward to so many things – being closer to their alma mater, JMU, enjoying the rich, scenic views, and of course, the opportunity to be closer to family. While the area offers a plethora of hands-on activities for all to enjoy, they were most excited about finding avenues to support their children’s growth and development. Here’s why they support Explore More!
“Where else can queens drive tractors, two-year olds tackle car maintenance, and the whole family travel the world in a single morning? ”
As advocates of play-based education for our children, Sullivan and Grant, we were thrilled to have found a magical play space in the Explore More Discovery Museum! For our young children, we have seen over and over again the positive benefits of their exposure to exhibits and programs at Explore More. The offerings at the Discovery Museum perfectly fit their different personalities while broadening their horizons and honing their skill sets.
Where else can queens drive tractors, two-year olds tackle car maintenance, and the whole family travel the world in a single morning? At four and two, our children rarely pick up on the fact that they are learning. While they focus on having a blast, we know that they are actually experiencing all five of main puzzle pieces for child development - fine motor skills, gross motor skills, language and speech development, cognitive development, and socio-emotional development. They get to be all they dream to be at Explore More, and truly, it’s a win all around!
As our schedules fill and our lives become busier, quality play opportunities have become a bigger priority to us. One of our most significant roles as parents is to encourage our children’s creative drive and support their imagination. Places like Explore More make playing that part a joy! Please join us in supporting this wonderful place with a financial contribution. Did you know that forty percent of Explore More’s budget is dependent on private donations? The children in our community need us to join together to support the vibrant learning environment that makes Explore More extraordinary.
Please give today, knowing you’re helping the dreams of tomorrow’s children come true!
Sincerely,
Kelsey and Tripp Purks
Members since 2018
Will YOU join the Purks Family and make your tax-deductible gift today? Together, we can continue to offer a rich and fun learning environment for every child. Thank you for your continued support!