Boys Helping Boys To Be Their Best

One of the Guides from our older boys' (grades 3-8) class writes, "Z (a 3rd grader) has progressed a lot with his crying and whining. His classmates have been encouraging him with kind words - like, 'you're a big boy' or 'it's not worth crying about', or even giving him a side hug or pat on the shoulder encouraging him that things are going to be all right. Some of the older boys are teaching Z how to throw a football; they also include him in their group activities. They gave Z a shout-out [a verbal appreciation] last Friday for being a big boy. Some even volunteered to help Z with his homework. Z is much happier and he even accepts consequences without feedback. He's acknowledging his wrong choices and he will voice his consequence. Z has come a long way [this year]. I thank God for showing Himself strong through our class."