Make a HUGE board game outside for hours of fun! Materials: Chalk (at least two colors) Paper or plastic plates Instructions: Draw a checkers “board” on the sidewalk using the chalk You can have less squares than a traditional checkerboard and use paper plates as game pieces. Start playing checkers and you can put a […]
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Summer is here! Here are 10 ideas to do with your buddy: Give your buddy a magnifying glass and send them on a bug hunt! To make things educational go to the library and borrow a book or two about bugs. They can do the same with plants. Make a rock mosaic. This one is two times
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“Joining the Athletes for Kids program has exponentially increased my character development through the last three years of my life and all that has to be because of the relationship I have built with my buddy. I’ve had the privilege to literally watch my buddy grow before my eyes and the memories we have made
“I couldn’t help but feel a little nervous the first time I met my buddy. These feelings were quickly washed away when I saw his smile. Now, when I get to his house, he greets me with his hands in the air and a wide smile. While he may need an occasional reminder to say
This past year and a half have been an incredible experience. I cherish every moment I get to spend with my buddy whether we are outside, inside, or on Zoom learning about each other. Seeing his growth as a person inspires me to do better. The gratitude and appreciation that he shows every day gives