Buster's Bravery Bootcamp
Train your brain. Bust the Brain Bandit. Build your Brave.
A 5-day online camp for kids ages 6–11 to learn emotional courage with Skylar, Buster, and the sneaky Brain Bandit.
Join Buster's Bravery Bootcamp!
Is anxiety sneaking into your child’s life like a Brain Bandit?
Worries can be loud. Big feelings can be overwhelming. And for many kids, traditional talk about emotions feels... boring.
That’s why we created Buster’s Bravery Bootcamp—a playful, dog-led emotional education experience your child will actually want to do.
In just 5 days, your child will learn:
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What the Brain Bandit is—and how to catch it
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How to tell the difference between real danger and false alarms
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Why being a little scared is actually part of being brave
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How to "boss back" fear with simple, doable, brave steps
All with the help of two lovable Dobermans—Skylar and Buster.
Meet Skylar
This is Skylar. She’s smart and quick, but sometimes her worries take over. She’s learning how to bust her Brain Bandit — and she wants YOU to join her!
Meet Buster
This is Buster. He’s a therapy dog and Skylar’s big brother. He’s been through a lot and knows what it’s like to feel overwhelmed. He’s here to guide you!
Daily Brave Video
1–2 minute guided video from Erin, featuring Skylar and Buster introducing the day's bravery skill. |
Printable Activity Sheets
Engaging black-and-white handouts to reinforce the skill and spark reflection.
Bravery Badge
One for each day—colorable and collectible!
Parent Companion Guide
Short, helpful insight for grown-ups to connect with their child around the theme.
Day 1: Meet Skylar's Brain Bandit
Day 2: Buster the Brave
Day 3: The Leaf Incident
Day 4: Do One Small Brave Thing
Day 5: Boss Back the Brain Bandit
Animal-Assisted Programs Work
Research shows that animals can help reduce anxiety, increase emotional regulation, and improve engagement—especially for kids.
Buster and Skylar aren’t just adorable—they model brave behavior in ways that feel safe, relatable, and fun for children. Through storytelling, practice, and play, your child learns core emotional skills that stick.
Let’s Get Brave!
The Brain Bandit’s tricky—but your child is braver than they think.
Join Buster and Skylar on an unforgettable journey toward courage, calm, and confidence.