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    Nov 2021

    Last Updated: 04/11/2021
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    Harrogate Library to launch Lego club for children with autism and disabilities

    by Thomas Barrett

    | 04 Nov, 2021
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    Lego has been found to be beneficial to children on the autism spectrum. Harrogate Library and Pride in Diversity are asking people to donate Lego to a new club for children that will begin after Christmas.

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    Pride in Diversity is helping Harrogate Library set up a Lego club for children with autism and disabilities and it is asking the public to donate Lego.

    Lego has been found to be beneficial to children on the autism spectrum as it can help them build an interest in something they can share with their other children.

    Lego that is either new in a box or sets that have been used can be donated. For used sets, they need to be complete and include the instructions.

    Lego can be dropped off at the library on Victoria Avenue with a note for 'Laura Hellfeld, Pride in Diversity'. 

    Ms Hellfield said:

    "I have been now working with the staff at Harrogate Library for a few years in creating inclusive events. The staff have always been kind and welcoming and very keen to increase programmes that benefit everyone in Harrogate."


    The Lego club will likely be starting in the new school term after Christmas.



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