The Three C’s at Camp
Have you ever noticed that animals are really good teachers?
At CKBY, we use the 3 C’s—Connection, Communication, and Curiosity—to help everyone feel safe, welcomed, and valued. It turns out our animal friends can teach us a lot about these important skills!
🐻 Connection: Be a Bear Buddy
Bears may look big and tough, but mother bears are known for caring deeply for their cubs. They stay close, offer comfort, and help their babies learn and grow.
At CKBY, connection means:
Listening when someone is talking
Including others in games and activities
Showing kindness when someone is having a hard day
Just like a bear watches over its cubs, we can look out for one another.
Camp Challenge: Invite someone new to sit with you at lunch or join your activity today!
🦜 Communication: Talk Like a Parrot
Parrots are amazing communicators! They use sounds, body language, and even mimic words to connect with others.
At CKBY, good communication means:
Using kind words
Sharing how we feel
Asking for help when we need it
Listening carefully to others
Remember: Our words have power. They can help someone feel included and cared about.
Camp Challenge: Practice saying, “Can I help?” or “Would you like to play with us?”
🦉 Curiosity: Think Like an Owl
Owls are curious creatures. They observe carefully and pay attention before they react.
At CKBY, curiosity means:
Wondering what someone else might be feeling
Asking questions instead of making assumptions
Learning from mistakes
Staying open to new experiences
Sometimes when a friend is upset, there may be more to the story than we can see. Curiosity helps us respond with kindness.
Camp Challenge: The next time someone seems upset, ask yourself, “I wonder what they might need right now?”
🌲 Bringing the 3 C’s to Camp
When we practice:
💙 Connection like a caring bear,
💛 Communication like a helpful parrot, and
💚 Curiosity like a wise owl,
we help create a camp where everyone feels like they belong.
This week, see how many times you can use the 3 C’s. You might be surprised by how much brighter someone’s day becomes—including your own!
🐾 Remember:
Connection helps us belong.
Communication helps us understand.
Curiosity helps us grow.
And just like the animals in the forest, we’re stronger when we learn and grow together.
What animal do you think best represents YOU? 🦊🐻🦉🐿️ Let us know at camp
