Kids
on the Block Q&A
Who Are the KIDS ON THE BLOCK?
Stephen, Nam and Joanne are three life-sized puppets that help children
learn the basics about physical and sexual abuse. The program helps
children (grades K-5) to recognize abuse, learn prevention strategies
and steps as they educate children in a safe and fun environment
about a very serious issue.
What Do the KIDS ON THE BLOCK Teach?
These non-threatening skits educate
children on physical abuse and sexual abuse, and differentiates
abusive versus non-abusive punishments. The performance helps children
to identify with the puppets and relate to their experiences. Children
can ask questions and the puppets answer in a way that helps them
gain a better understanding about their specific concerns of abuse.
Why Is This Education Important?
Education is important because research indicates that only 1/3
of the adults who are aware of abuse do anything to help the victim.
Additionally, many adults have difficulty discussing issues of abuse
with their children. Schools, day-care centers, and community-based
programs can provide this vital educational link to children.
Benefits Of the KIDS ON THE BLOCK Programs
Are:
- School age children increase their knowledge of
ways to recognize, resist and report child abuse.
- Over 77% of children tested in the primary grades
show a significant increase in preventive abilities from pre to
post presentation tests.
Where Can You See the KIDS ON THE BLOCK?
Performances are available to day-care centers, schools and other
children’s groups from preschool age through 5th grade. Performances
are free of charge to groups in the Northern Kentucky area. There
is a travel fee assessed outside the Northern Kentucky area. View
our schedule online
or request a performance.
What Else Does The Program Offer?
Adult viewers receive a child abuse information packet containing
ways to identify physical and behavioral signs of abuse. It also
explains reporting procedures & regulations, and provides other
important information. Children receive an activity booklet that
reviews information presented in the skits.
Preschool Program: Younger children can enjoy
age-appropriate storytelling to learn about child sexual abuse.
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