Operation Military Kids
OSU Extension

 

Hero Pack Contents

Among other items, the Operation: Military Kids Hero Packs include:

  • A backpack custom-made for the Operation: Military Kids program.
  • A disposable camera, which children are encouraged to use to take pictures of themselves to send to their deployed parent.
  • Stationery and envelopes to write letters to the parent.
  • For younger recipients, a story book called "The Kissing Hand" by Audrey Penn, about a raccoon family facing a separation. The book is accompanied by a raccoon hand puppet.
  • A day planner that can be used as a journal, which could be shared with the deployed parent when he or she returns home.
  • A 4-H stuffed bear, bandana, cap, or other 4-H items.
  • A letter from the 4-H member assembling the pack, thanking the recipient for the sacrifice they and their family members are making.
  • A "parent pouch" with information on available support services.
Hero Pack Contents

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Operation: Military Kids is a partnership of Army Child & Youth Services, the USDA, National 4-H Educators & Ohio 4-H.