Kids on the Block
Kids on the Block is an educational puppet program for elementary school children that addresses behavioral issues they face today. Member volunteers use child-size puppets in their performances. The puppeteers, dressed in black, become “invisible” to their audiences, enabling children to relate to the puppets as real people. Frequently, they engage in dialogue with the puppets.
Impact
Puppet shows address significant problems: recognizing different modes of bullying; using positive actions and learning methods to diffuse anger and prevent more violence. The shows provide unique educational opportunities on topics that are current and important to positive interpersonal behaviors.
Volunteer
Member volunteers perform educational puppet performances for students in TK and Kinder in partnership with Long Beach Unified School District that address social issues such as bullying and school safety. Click here to get started!
Donate
Your support helps Kids on the Block program continue making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families in our community. Together, we can help create brighter futures for the next generation. Donate Here!
Do you want Kids on the Block to visit your school?
Our target audience for the presentations are TK and Kinder grades, performances are scheduled November through April. Fill out this presentation request form to have our member volunteers reach out to you about scheduling. For more information, contact 562-627-5650 or email [email protected].
