CLEARFIELD— Miss Lori’s Pre-K class at Children’s Aid Society has launched a heartwarming and
educational project that is already generating excitement across the community — and potentially around the
world. Inspired by the classic tale of the Gingerbread Man, the class is asking friends near and far to help track
down their very own “runaway” Gingerbread Man as he travels the globe.
According to the class, their gingerbread man “popped out of the oven, ran across the room, and shouted:
‘Run, run, as fast as you can! You can’t catch me, I’m the Gingerbread Man!’” Since then, he has “run off on a
big adventure around the world,” hoping to learn about different places and meet new friends.
To bring this playful storyline to life, the Pre-K class is inviting individuals, families, classrooms, and community
members everywhere to mail a postcard or greeting card from their hometown. The Gingerbread Man has
asked to learn about:
● What different towns or countries look like
● Special holidays and traditions
● Winter weather (or warm weather) from around the world
● Friendly messages from new friends
Cards can be mailed to: Miss Lori’s Pre-K Class, c/o Children’s Aid Society, 1008 South Second Street,
Clearfield, PA 16830
The students will check the mail daily in hopes of receiving updates from the Gingerbread Man’s “travels.”
Each card received will be added to a classroom map to help the children learn geography, culture, weather
differences, and global diversity in a fun, memorable way.
“This project is a wonderful opportunity for young children to connect literacy, imagination, and real-world
learning,” said Miss Lori. “The joy on their faces each time a card arrives is priceless.”
The class extends heartfelt thanks to everyone willing to participate and help their Gingerbread Man explore
the world.
