Welcome to the Shine Tribe! An exciting online youth club designed specifically for young people aged 9-15 years old with a vision impairment. Meet Vika! Vika is our vibrant and energetic Youth Engagement Officer. Passionate about working with young people, Vika brings loads of fun, creativity, and positivity to everything she does. Originally from Ukraine, Vika moved to the UK a few years ago and has quickly become a beloved member of our team. She’s a self-proclaimed pasta monster, loves Ukrainian borsch (beetroot soup), coffee, and dumplings (pelmeni)—but isn’t a fan of sweets! What is Vika’s Shine Tribe? This fun, friendly, and interactive online group gives young people with vision impairments the chance to: Make new friends Share experiences Express creativity through arts and crafts Relax and enjoy a safe, inclusive environment Each session is packed with engaging activities, and every week brings a new and exciting theme! Upcoming Themes Here’s what’s in store for the coming weeks:   4 September – Autumn Around the World   Theme: How Different Countries Celebrate Autumn   Learn about harvest festivals from different countries Autumn traditions quiz Taste challenge (apple, cinnamon, pumpkin spice if available) Share family autumn traditions Group discussion: "If you could invent a new autumn holiday, what would it be?" 11 September – Hot Chocolate Social   Theme: Cosy Autumn Treats Make hot chocolate together Taste test different toppings (marshmallows, cinnamon, cream) Describe flavours and textures "Would You Rather?" autumn edition Best cosy autumn activities discussion 18 September – Leaf Garden & Nature Workshop Theme: Exploring Nature Through Touch Feel and compare different leaves and natural objects Create a sensory leaf display or mini autumn garden Learn why leaves change colour Autumn nature sounds challenge 25 September – Autumn Movie Club Theme: Cosy Films & Storytelling Discuss favourite family-friendly autumn or Halloween films Audio-described movie recommendations Movie trivia quiz Create a group "Top 10 Autumn Films" list Share favourite characters 2 October – Baking and Recipe Sharing Theme: Harvest Time Simple autumn baking activity Share family recipes Guess the ingredient game Seasonal food quiz 9 October – Pumpkin Festival Theme: All About Pumpkins Pumpkin facts quiz Describe your dream pumpkin Pumpkin-themed games and riddles Pumpkin spice late making or tea 16 October – Halloween History Special Activities Halloween history quiz Spooky sound guessing game Create a Halloween story together Myth or Fact challenge Share favourite Halloween traditions 23 October – Spooky Escape Room Theme: Mystery & Teamwork Audio clues Riddles and word puzzles Team challenge Secret code breaking Halloween mystery story 30 October – Halloween Party Theme: Autumn Celebration Costume showcase (optional) Monster sound competition Halloween bingo Spooky story circle Autumn & Halloween quiz Awards and celebration Spaces are limited, so book now to avoid missing out! We can’t wait to welcome your young person to the group.

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