{"product_id":"the-buddy-bench-9781486717989","title":"The Buddy Bench","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): B. D. Cottleston\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Flowerpot Press\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Flowerpot Press\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Social Themes - Friendship\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBuddy Benches\u003c\/i\u003e are arriving in schoolyards across the nation. In this story, the buddy bench launches two new friends on a chilly adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn a surprisingly snowy day in Texas, a young student finds himself braving recess alone. That is until he spots a new face sitting on the school's Buddy Bench. After a quick introduction, the two spend their recess discovering fun ways to enjoy the snow. By the end of recess, both kids leave the playground with a brand new friend. This sweet story of friendship brings the \u003ci\u003eBuddy Bench's\u003c\/i\u003e purpose to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Buddy Benches: \u003c\/b\u003e The Buddy or Friendship Bench is a special place in a school playground where a child can sit if they want someone to talk to or play with. Seeing a child on The Buddy Bench is a signal to other kids to ask them to play. The wonderful trend of Buddy Benches is growing across the country as schools and parent groups promote them as a powerful tool to end loneliness and promote empathy in children.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flowerpot Press","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":45153047478423,"sku":"9781486717989","price":527.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9781486717989.webp?v=1767660971","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/the-buddy-bench-9781486717989","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}