Kids on the block
STARS’ Kids on the Block (KOB) program educates children and the broader community about challenges and important issues that affect their lives. Using puppets and other teaching tools, KOB promotes understanding and acceptance of all children and adults, regardless of their differences.
Teasing and Name Calling (Kindergarten)
Developed for our youngest audiences, this presentation promotes caring and respect by showing that words can really hurt despite what children may have heard in the saying, “Sticks and stones …” It discourages teasing and name calling that can lead to future bullying, while encouraging kindness.
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New Friends (1st Grade)
This program promotes respect, understanding and acceptance of all individuals regardless of their differences that may lead to exclusion and harassment. By allowing open conversation about diversity, this presentation helps build cultural awareness and breaks down barriers — showing students that we are all different in some ways, but we are all the same on the inside. – Episode 1: New Friends – Episode 2: Secret Code
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Talk it Out (2nd Grade)
By giving the audience a chance to help the Kids on the Block characters, the children are empowered with the opportunity to talk about how to deal with difficult feelings and learn strategies to stay calm in overwhelming, stressful situations that occur in everyday life. It teaches a simple technique to remain grounded and present so they can be encouraged to deal with negative emotions effectively and stay connected to others during these times.
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Cyberbullying (4th Grade)
Developed to help fourth graders navigate the confusing and negative nature of cyberbullying, this presentation speaks to how cyberbullying impacts them, their friends and their schools. Offering ways to deal with these issues introduces the strategy of “Seek, Speak, Stand,” and teaches students to build meaningful conversations around cyberbullying to create an environment of empathy.
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