What People Say
Testimonial
4.8
“What I love most is how relatable the Max & Me characters are — a dog, a cat, a pigeon and even a little gecko! My three kids each have their favourite, and it’s amazing how naturally they identify with them.”
“As a trauma therapist, I’ve seen how Max helps children regulate emotions quickly and gently — it’s a game-changer in healing work.”
“Max has become part of our bedtime routine. He gives my kids the courage to pause, breathe, and share what they’re really feeling.”
“Max helps me when I feel angry. I hug him and then I feel better.”
“Max & Me gives children a safe and simple way to talk about feelings that are often too heavy for words.”
“When children feel sad, they go to our Max corner to colour or play with Maxi. When they’re ready, they rejoin the group — calmer and more confident.”
“When kids are disruptive, I send them to talk to Maxi. By helping him with his feelings, they calm their own. It builds trust and makes my job so much easier.”
“Introducing Max & Me across our school has strengthened emotional intelligence and kindness in ways I never imagined.”
I have had the privilege of witnessing Adri Jurgensen develop the Max and Me programme from the ground up, pouring into it her deep compassion for both reading and emotional intelligence education. What makes this initiative so powerful is that it comes from a place of genuine care. Adri’s lifelong love of reading and her connection to animals have shaped a programme that speaks directly to the hearts of young people. Her empathy shines through in every element of Max and Me, and I deeply admire the way she uses the tools of education and emotional intelligence to make the world a better place.
Max and Me is far more than just a youth programme: it’s a community-driven initiative focused on empowerment and personal growth. It provides mentorship, life skills training, and creative workshops that inspire young learners to reach their full potential by learning to understand and manage their emotions. Through engaging activities and supportive guidance, the programme helps participants develop confidence, leadership, and resilience.
By fostering a positive and emotionally intelligent environment, Max and Me nurtures the next generation of thoughtful, capable leaders who are equipped to make meaningful contributions to their communities and beyond.
Max and Me is far more than just a youth programme: it’s a community-driven initiative focused on empowerment and personal growth. It provides mentorship, life skills training, and creative workshops that inspire young learners to reach their full potential by learning to understand and manage their emotions. Through engaging activities and supportive guidance, the programme helps participants develop confidence, leadership, and resilience.
By fostering a positive and emotionally intelligent environment, Max and Me nurtures the next generation of thoughtful, capable leaders who are equipped to make meaningful contributions to their communities and beyond.
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