Why should my organization choose The Kids on the Block?
When you choose The Kids on the Block, you’re able to give much more than a puppet show. You will be able to present a well-researched, comprehensive curriculum designed to educate elementary school age children about important issues. With Kids on the Block, learning starts when the show begins. After viewing the presentation of scripted dialog between puppet characters, children are given the opportunity to address their own specific questions. The puppets themselves take questions from the audience, fully engaging the children with their kid-friendly responses. Following the question and answer period, optional follow-up activities provided with the program may be used to reinforce the issues presented. Whether you present one program or many, a Kids on the Block presentation is an unforgettable experience! (Return to top)
How can I be sure the program will be effective?
The Kids on the Block, Inc. has been teaching children through informative, entertaining, interactive puppetry for more than 28 years. Of the more than 1600 active troupes including schools, hospitals, associations, civic groups, municipalities and even individuals, 135 have been using Kids on the Block programs for more than 20 years! That kind of longevity is a testament to the value these groups offer to their communities.
Over the years, The Kids on the Block, Inc. has been the subject of a number of research studies (see the Program Effectiveness Summary Sheet) for further information on the effectiveness of The Kids on the Block, Inc.
For what grade levels are the programs designed?
The Kids on the Block programs are directed toward audiences in kindergarten through early middle school. Most programs include three to five scripts which address specific subject areas within the topic. Although age-appropriateness of individual scripts can be subjective, recommended audience age levels are provided with the curriculum material or are available by consulting The Kids on the Block, Inc. staff. (Return to top)
Do you have any curriculums for preschool audiences?
The Kids on the Block Early Learning Series is a video curriculum featuring The Kids on the Block puppets introducing lessons about aggression, compassion and perseverance. The package includes follow-up activities and a scripted introduction for troupes wishing to use the curriculum in conjunction with their live, school-age presentation. The Kids on the Block Early Learning Series may be purchased and presented by anyone, even individuals and groups who do not own The Kids on the Block, Inc. puppets and programs.