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The “Kids on the Block” Puppets are a troupe of disabled and
non-disabled puppets that teach children about disabilities and differences.
They also teach about the dangers of smoking and drug abuse and they help
children learn how to settle problems without using violence. The puppets are
about the size of a small child and like a real child, each has a definite
personality with likes and dislikes, hopes and fears, talents and limitations.
They are used as part of a unique educational program which was developed in
1977 by nationally recognized educator, Barbara Aiello to teach children to
accept and appreciate differences among people. The puppets helped answer some
of the questions and concerns that arose when the “mainstreaming law” made it
possible for disabled children to join non-disabled children in regular
classrooms around our country.
Puppetry is a powerful medium, bringing concepts and actions
to life before an audience. These puppets allow for a unique
and effective brand of communication. The best part of this
program is that everyone – children and adults – can learn from
each of the skits and the puppets.
IF YOU…
Like working with children ... Have some time to donate ...
Enjoy puppets ... Have a strong arm & hand... Have
transportation to get to an elementary school for a morning
puppet show …we can use YOU!
VOLUNTEERS
ARE ALWAYS NEEDED! A
“Kids on the Block” puppeteer can be any age. You can be male
or female. You don’t need a loud voice. It helps if you enjoy
the theater and like to work in a team.
Some subjects
of KOB Puppet shows available through VOWS:
 Visual
Impairment
Cerebral Palsy
Nutrition
Multi-culturalism
Drug,
tobacco & substance Abuse
The
Volunteers of Warwick Schools (VOWS) train,
rehearse and perform these very special puppet shows for
Warwick’s elementary school children weekly during the school
year.
If you are available and would like
to volunteer in this program, please complete the form Contact
Us form.
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