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Buddy

Who is Buddy and what does he do?  Find out all about Buddy and his friends!

Buddy and a Bad VibeHi, how are you? My name’s Buddy. 

We recently held a competition for you to create a friend for me, and now I have thousands! You can see all my friends here. Talking to my friends is my favourite thing, We talk about what we have done all day and how we are feeling. 

But sometimes everyone finds it hard to talk, especially if we are sad, hurt or confused.  

When we feel that way it is actually the best time to talk. Then your friends, family or teachers will know how you are feeling and can help make things better. 

Whatever your worry, it’s better out than in.

Buddy's friends

Children in schools all over the UK have been creating a whole bunch of new friends for me.

You can have a look at all of them in this amazing mosaic…and if you look really carefully you might even spot a naughty Bad Vibe.

View the mosaic here 

Buddy Game

Buddy vs the bad vibes

Play Buddy Vs the Bad Vibes

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Buddy's Friend - the winner

The winning friend for Buddy has been designed by Caitlin, aged 10. We really liked her spiky star shape, her big smile and we thought she'd fit really well next to Buddy. Congratulations Caitlin!

You can look at all my friends here!  

There are lots of ways to start talking

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