This week I got to listen to my first person reading in school — it was amazing! I was really impressed by how confident they were and how they could read all of the words so smoothly. I think I got a bit carried away with excitement… I might have left a little bit of slobber on the book (sorry about that!). But I just couldn’t help myself — it was such a good story!

I think I might be a bit better at finding tennis balls than I am at being still and listening to a story… but I will practise!Bodhi

I had a very relaxing holiday and got to play with two of my best doggie friends – we had so much fun running around, chasing each other and having lots of sniffs and tail wags! I even had time for some cosy naps after all that playing.

I’m really glad to be back at school and have started learning how to roll a dice. I’ve been using my nose and giving it a little nudge – I think I’m getting the hang of it! When I do, I will be able to play some different games with the children.

Before I go, I just want to say – look at how talented Safa and Nyah are. I love their beautiful illustrations of me!

I feel very important today – can you believe that all of the children in school are drawing me? I’ve had lots of smiles and cuddles while wearing my bandana, and I’m very proud to show it off.

Thank you for your kindness and for thinking of me – it means a lot.

Lots of love and tail wags Bodhi

The children will be doing lots of fun activities all about me (I do love being the centre of attention) with plenty of chances to be creative and have fun.

I can’t wait for Mrs Engleman to teach everyone how to use pastels to draw pictures of me. I’m very curious to see all your amazing, colourful artwork – will you draw my nice wet nose? My floppy ears? I love the portrait that Mrs Engleman has done as an example.

I’ve also heard a very pawsome idea from the School Council! They would love everyone who wants to bring in donations for the RSPCA, to help other animals who need care, cuddles and kindness – just like me.

It’s going to be such a fun and special day. I’ll be ready with my biggest woofs, waggiest tail and lots of excitement! Love,Bodhi

D always thinks about other people and makes sure everyone feels included. She is a really good friend and she is always helping others if they need it. I see her doing kind things a lot, like checking if people are okay and making sure nobody is left out. If kindness had a smell, I think D would sniff it out straight away!

I think she is the perfect person to get the first kindness award because she shows what being kind looks like every day. If I had a basket of treats, I would definitely give her one. Well done, D! Bodhi

I have been very excited this week because I have been watching all of the preparations for OPAL happening around school. There are lots of interesting things to sniff and look at, and it all looks very exciting. I can’t wait for it to start! I think all of the children have been brilliant at waiting patiently. Waiting is a very special skill (even for a dog!) and it can be quite tricky sometimes. I have been practising waiting too — especially when I have to wait for Tina — and I have discovered that it is not always easy. Sometimes I have to sit very nicely and try not to wiggle too much!

The children have really impressed me with how patient they have been while everything gets ready. You have all shown great selfcontrol — I think you deserve a big wag of approval! 🐕

Here is a photo of me showing how well I have been practising my waiting.Bodhi

This week something really special made my tail wag even faster! When we went out onto the playground, I was absolutely amazed to see that someone had written my name in chalk right there on the ground — what a lovely surprise! I couldn’t help but give a big happy bark and spend a bit of extra time sniffing it.

I’m also so happy to be back at school after half term — I’ve loved seeing all my friends again, having cuddles, seeing you all on the playground and wishing very hard to be let onto the field! I’ve had lots of fun going on walks, and giving lots of tail wags to everyone I see.

Being back with my school family makes me feel super excited every single day! 🐾✨

Lots of happy paws,Bodhi 🐾

This week I met Kat properly — she’s the one who looks after our website (including my very own section, which has been there for a while now… as it should be!).

I was a little unsure at first and managed two big barks — new people can make me a bit nervous — but I settled down very quickly once I realised she was kind. After that, I was more than happy to enjoy a lovely cuddle. Here’s a photo of us together — I think I look very professional.

And some exciting news… from next half term I’ll be awarding my very own Bodhi Kindness Certificates to children who show real kindness, care and thoughtfulness towards others. I’ll be keeping a close eye out 👀🐾

Love,Bodhi 🐶

It was lovely to meet you properly! And don’t worry – lots of us get a bit nervous about meeting new people – especially ones called Kat who smell like they have been talking to a cat! 🐈🫢

I think you were a very Good Boy indeed, who does the best snuggly cuddles and has clearly been working hard at remembering kind paws and a gentle mouth.

Hope you have a lovely half term break with lots of good smells to sniff and plenty of carrots!🥕🥕🥕Computer Kat 🐱

This week I had a very exciting visit from my friends Rach and Nici (the big boss!) from the PAWs team. They came to see how I’m getting on and to check out all the progress I’ve been making.

They were really impressed with how happy I am at school and how much I love spending time with all the children. They also noticed how well I’m doing with my loose lead walking — lots of practice paying off!

Rach and Nici had some brilliant ideas too. They thought it would be pawsome to set up a Bodhi postbox, so children can write me letters or draw me pictures. They also suggested starting Bodhi Awards to celebrate kind behaviour, which I think is a fantastic idea — kindness always deserves a wagging tail!

Thanks for being such an amazing school. I feel very lucky to be part of it. 🐾✨

Love,Bodhi

This week I absolutely nailed my very first walk outside of school with Dani Rees and, not to brag, but I was a total superstar ⭐ I strutted my stuff on a beautiful loose lead, showing off just how clever I am — Dani was seriously impressed!

I took all the new sights and smells in my stride, head high and tail wagging, like the confident legend I’m becoming. 🐶Bodhi