Testimonials

I would like to express my gratitude for the wonderful CharacterQ™ program. The growth in my daughter’s social skills and self-confidence has been extraordinary. She talks about what she is learning from Buzzy all the time, and we see her putting it into practice with her siblings. On occasion, she even teaches us how to use the EQ skills! We also appreciate the important information parents are provided with in the monthly newsletters, and find that the parent tips make a real difference in the harmony of our home.

– M. Schneider

Both of my children have taken part in the CharacterQ™ program and they learned the life skills that we believe all children should learn when they are young. Learning how to handle feelings, show good manners, resolve conflicts peacefully, and show a care and concern for the welfare of others will greatly benefit my children throughout their lives. We are so glad they participated in this impressive program.

– D. Williams

We are very impressed with all the important skills our son learned in the CharacterQ™ program. He is better able to play fairly with others, stay calm when things don’t go his way, and be a caring and empathetic friend. He feels good about himself and is proud of all his positive behaviour. His teacher has also informed us that he is better able to focus and pay attention during group lessons and while doing school work. The parent newsletters that have come home each month have also been very helpful and informative.

– S. Martin

Thank you very much for this excellent program. The life skills my daughter learned about being confident, speaking up, the importance of manners, responsibility, conflict resolution, self-control, and the many other areas, were all fabulous. My daughter would use or speak about them when I least expected it, which to me, speaks of how well the messages sank in. The program really does teach children to be the best they can be!

– F. Spizzirri

My students absolutely love the CharacterQ™ program! They are delighted by all the puppets and are very excited to meet the new Positive Behaviour Pal that Buzzy brings with her each month. They are retaining the information being taught in the different units, and we see them utilizing the EQ skills and strategies both inside the classroom and out on the playground. We have also found it very helpful to refer to Buzzy and her pals whenever we are helping the children solve problems and deal positively with challenges.

– K. Coutts, Teacher

The CharacterQ™ Program has had an incredible impact on our students, and it has dramatically improved their ability to self-regulate. They have learned the appropriate language to use when they are dealing with their emotions. They communicate positively, show empathy, and demonstrate optimism and resiliency. We are very happy we implemented this powerful program in our school.

– B. Vasilakos McRae, Curriculum Director

My students and I greatly enjoy the CharacterQ™ program. The children love Buzzy and all her friends, and always look forward to the lessons. I often see them using the skills and strategies they are taught in the program in their everyday interactions with each other, and my classroom has become a more caring and happier place as a result. Parents also tell me that their children are talking about and using what they are learning in the program at home as well.

– C. Ferrari, Teacher

Buzzy and her Positive Behaviour Pals are a welcome addition to our school! It is obvious that our Kindergarten program has been impacted positively by the introduction of CharacterQ™, and it has helped our students to be kind and considerate friends who respectfully problem solve throughout the day. Both staff and students are enjoying Buzzy and all her lessons, stories and activities. Thank you CharacterQ™!

– T. Fraser, Principal