BrainMindersTM is Pilot International’s signature program originally designed in 2001 to teach safety to children to help prevent brain injuries. It was made possible through an in-kind grant given to Pilot International Foundation and a gift from the estate of Callye Harrell Neese. Realizing the need to teach brain injury prevention to people of all ages, Pilots have expanded the program to include presentations for youth and seniors. Most Pilot Clubs as well as many Anchor Clubs present BrainMinderTM Programs to persons of all ages, based on the servicesThe BrainMinder Buddies™ puppet show teaches
“Play Safe, Play Smart” through story and a
song written by Pilot Judy Golden
and led by“Wise Old Owl
and his Fuzzy, Funny, Smart
and Sunny BrainMinder Buddies”:
Gerald Giraffe – Helmet Safety
Martin Monkey – Playground Safety
Penny Panda – Seatbelt Safety
Fiona Fox – Crossing the Street Safety
Brave Bob Beagle – Gun Safety
Toolip Pig – Safety in the Kitchen
Hero Horse – Helmet Safety
Captain Kitty – Boating Safety
Danny Deep – Swimming Safety
After the show, the students are asked to make a pledge to “Play Safe, Play Smart”. They are certified as BrainMinder Buddies™ and are given a 16-page activity book. This book
includes puzzles, coloring pages, and other activities with tips for playing smart.
