During the year Buddies at Kongorong Primary School, South Australia, were charged with the task of creating a Buddy Bear quilt.  Each student and their buddy drew up, and painted a 40cm square of material.  The squares were then sewn into a quilt.  The students really enjoyed the activity and now the quilt is used by children who are needing to "snuggle" for whatever reason.  The photo attached demonstrates the wonderful work completed by the students.

Judith Taylor-Cuthbert, Kongorong Primary School, SA

What some students had to say:

• I like the quilt because it's warm and comfortable. Buddy Bears makes me feel happy and safe.
• I liked making the Buddy Bear quilt because it was so fun painting.

Find out more about Kongorong Primary School's Better Buddies activities in 2010.