Activities
Activities/ideas for AFK mentors and buddy-parents.
Fun activities to do online with your buddy
Here are this week’s fun activities to do with your buddy on Facetime, Skype or Whatsapp Call. These activities are so much fun and will allow you to spend time together even if you are far away! Gratitude Dice Gratitude is about being thankful for the things we have and noticing the little things that […]
3 Fun online activities to do this week with your buddy
From a Netflix party to exercising together and a virtual tour to the most amazing world landscapes and zoos these activities guarantee a fun time with your buddy! NETFLIX PARTY Try out Netflix Party, which lets multiple users watch a TV show or movie at the same time. A Netflix user can host a “party” […]
3 Fun online activities to do this week with your buddy
From making your own comic book, to reading together and a puppet show, here are some fun activities to do online with your buddy for the week! Make your own comic book together Who doesn’t love a good story? You can both start your comic book or story or use this fun template and print […]
15 Fun Games to play over Skype, Facetime, Whatsapp Video or any other video chat
Here are 15 fun games to play to help you continue your bond with your buddy even if you are far away. You can do them using Facetime, Whatsapp Video or Skype. Of course, you may need to adjust or adapt to the age and attention span of your buddy, but these activities are fun […]
Fun Saint Patrick’s Day Activities
You can have so much fun with your buddy with these fun St. Patrick’s Day activities! Shamrock Collage These Shamrock Mosaics are a fun Kids Craft for St. Patrick’s Day. Draw a simple 4 clover on a thick sheet. Apply glue all over (you can use a paintbrush or your hands to apply it) Cover […]
Quick and Easy Ways to Keep a Connection With Your Buddy
Set up a weekly phone call, or two, with your buddy. Write a letter or postcard. Everyone loves to get mail! Please contact the office if you need your buddy’s mailing address. Email your buddy! Attach some coloring pages, comics, pictures of things your buddy loves! Set up an online game competition with your buddy. […]
Fun cooking activities
Cooking with your buddy can be a fun and easy activity specially for rainy days! Try these 3 recipes for a fun time in the kitchen! Hedgehog Rolls These cute critters are yummy and easy to make! Ingredients 1 pack of bread mix Butter Plain flour for dusting Raisins Almonds Instructions Make the bread mixture […]
Friendship crafts
February is National Friendship Month! Here are 3 craft ideas to make with your buddy and have a fun time. Friendship Pasta Necklaces Materials -Pasta (1 box) -Ziploc bags -Paper Towels -String -Food coloring -White Vinegar Instructions: Pour the pasta into a large mixing bowl and separate it into several large zip lock baggies, one […]
Activity bucket list
A bucket list creates a fun way for you and your buddy to have a list of activities to do together, by writing them down you will put them in front of you and keep them in your line-of-sight. Here are some ideas for bucket list activities with your buddy: -Visit a farm -Plant something […]
Fun cooking recipes
Tree Rice Crispy Treat These rice crispy treats look impressive, but they are super simple to put together. INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 10 ounces marshmallows (or 4 cups miniature marshmallows) 6 cups crispy rice cereal 12 to 14 candy canes Decorations: Red and green gel icing, M&Ms, and colored sugar STEPS Gather the ingredients. […]