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Menu of Presentations

We now offer presentations both in-person and VIRTUALLY!.  Below please find the menus of our presentations to support social emotional learning, character development, and education. We cover topics such as child abuse, bullying, conflict, diversity, and social emotional learning.

IN-PERSON PRESENTATIONS:

Kindergarten
Teasing & Name-Calling (25 minutes)
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.

First Grade
Awareness of Differences (45 minutes)
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 builds cultural awareness and breaks down barriers — showing students that even though we are all different in some ways, we are all the same on the inside.

Second Grade
Talk it Out!!  Promoting Self-Regulation and Effective Communication in Times of Stress (45 minutes)
By giving the audience a chance to help the Kids on the Block characters, the children are empowered to talk about difficult feelings to 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  deal with negative emotions effectively and connect with others during difficult times.

Second – Fourth Grade
Child Abuse Prevention (recommended for 45 minutes)
A personal safety program educating students to identify child abuse and neglect, empower them to say “No!” and encourage them to talk to a trusted adult. Although this important topic is always sensitive in nature, the program is presented in a kid-friendly and non-threatening way. Kids on the Block is licensed by the Department of Children’s Services.

Third – Fourth Grade
Be a Hero (recommended for 45 minutes)
“Be A Hero” is designed to examine the challenges around teasing and bullying.  It aims to identify and explain the various forms of bullying and the difference between conflict and bullying. The program integrates best-practices around bullying prevention to reach the goals of challenging bystanders to advocate for their peers, encouraging targets of bullying to seek help from trusted adults, and increasing self-control. It emphasizes fairness and respect among all people and empowers students to speak out in unjust situations. Students come to understand that a safe school climate is everyone’s responsibility.

 

VIRTUAL PRESENTATIONS:

Kindergarten
Teasing & Name-Calling (25 minutes)
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.

First Grade

Awareness of Differences (45 minutes)
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.

Second Grade

Talk it Out!  Promoting Self Regulation and Effective Communication in Times of Stress (45 minutes)

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.

Third Grade
Child Abuse Prevention (recommended for one hour)
A personal safety program educating students to identify child abuse and neglect, empower them to say “No!” and encourage them to talk to a trusted adult. Although this important topic is always sensitive in nature, the program is presented in a kid-friendly and non-threatening way. Kids on the Block is licensed by the Department of Children’s Services.

Fourth Grade
Be a Hero (recommended for one hour)
“Be A Hero” is designed to examine the challenges around prejudice thinking and bullying.  It aims to identify and explain the various forms of bullying and the difference between conflict and bullying. The program integrates best-practices around bullying prevention to reach the goals of challenging bystanders to advocate for their peers, encouraging targets of bullying to seek help from trusted adults, and increasing self-control. It emphasizes fairness and respect among all people and empowers students to speak out in unjust situations. Students come to understand that a safe school climate is everyone’s responsibility.

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