One by one, each child who has had a recent birthday comes up to the stage. Beako, talking in his secret language, whispers a message to the teacher, who translates for the child. The message is about how much the child has grown, or what incredible things he or she has accomplished, or what exciting adventures lie ahead. Then Beako flies closer to sprinkle his invisible magic powder down the child’s shirt collar.
Beako reminds the children that they are unique, worthy, and embraced by Primary Day’s warm and welcoming community. He helps them believe in themselves as people. He gives them reassurance of their remarkable ability to learn and grow.
Beako flies into the lives of Primary Day children through a narrow but vitally important window. Not long after they complete Second Grade and graduate from Primary Day, the children will grow beyond the time in their lives when the possibility of Beako—a talking bird with magic powder—makes sense. But the confidence Beako gives them in themselves, and the magic, stay with them forever.