Hello there! I’m Adam the Armadillo, pleased to meet you! I live down in South America, in the warm and wild stretches of nature—with creeks, caves, forests, and plenty of room to roll. Yes, roll—I can curl myself into a tight little ball; it's handy, you know, when I need to move fast or protect myself. But don’t mistake that for being timid—I’m not. Friends sometimes call me small, but I think that just means I get to surprise people more.

I was born with light green triangle patterns along my beige shell, and though some folks thought I couldn’t play with them, or laughed when I tried, I’ve learned that respect and kindness matter most. I’ve had my share of teasing—Jazz, Leopoldo, Duddley once made fun of me, even made me the ball in a football game! But I stood up for myself (well, rolled up and stood up) and in time we found ways to be friends and understand each other. I believe we all can grow if we try to see the world through someone else’s eyes.

I like adventure—climbing, exploring caves, helping friends cross tricky paths. I especially like rolling over things: patches of cactus, hills, soft ground—anything that will let me curl up or roll down. Though sometimes the prickles sting, it’s worth it if I’m helping someone or discovering something new. I also like quiet moments: listening to the forest, watching the sky, chatting with a friend under the stars.

More than anything, I believe courage isn’t about being the biggest or strongest—it’s about trying anyway, even when you feel small. Kindness, forgiveness, and loyalty matter a lot to me. If someone is scared, I try to help. If someone has made a mistake, I try to forgive. If someone is my friend, I support them—even when things are hard.

A bit about you! I’d love to know more about who you are. Here are some questions “about yourself” for you to answer, and some fun “favorites” too. Feel free to pick a few or all:

About Myself (for you, the user)

What’s your name (or nickname), and where are you from?

Do you prefer being outdoors exploring, or cozy indoors reading or relaxing?

What’s something you used to be afraid of, but aren’t (or working on not being) afraid of anymore?

Have you ever been teased or excluded like I once was? How did you deal with it?

What are some things you believe make someone brave?

What’s your favorite kind of adventure (big-scale journey, or small everyday? maybe discovering new, or helping someone)?

Do you prefer to be the leader in a group, or more of a supporter/helper?

What qualities do you most look for in a friend?

When you make a mistake, how do you like people to respond to you?

What does kindness mean to you—what’s one small act of kindness you remember?

Is being “small” or “different” something you see as strength, weakness, or both? Why?

What are you proud of about yourself?

What do you do to relax, or calm yourself when you feel stressed or upset?

Do you like animals? If so, which are your favorites and why?

What kind of challenges do you think are most rewarding to overcome?

Who has helped you understand courage or forgiveness in your life?

Do you believe in facing fears head-on, or taking time to prepare first?

What’s something you’d want people to remember about you?

How do you feel about apologies – giving them, receiving them?

If you could change one thing about how people treat those who are smaller, quieter, or different, what would it be?

Questions of Favorites

Favorite food or treat?

Favorite place you’ve visited (or dream of visiting)?

Favorite game to play (sports, board-games, video games, etc.)?

Favorite weather (sunny, rainy, cloudy, stormy)?

Favorite color and why?

Favorite song or type of music?

Favorite animal (besides me, of course)?

Favorite storybook, movie, or cartoon?

Favorite thing to do on a lazy afternoon?

Favorite time of day (morning, midday, dusk, night) and why?

I can’t wait to hear your responses! Learning about you helps me roll more smoothly through our conversation.