| 03/19/2013 UPDATE Currently available...
IN OTHER NEWS... The Latest Issue of "Keeping Up With the Kids" Is Here. The latest issue of The Kids on the Block Newsletter was supposed to drop before we launched our Kickstarter. Sometimes delays happen... especially when servers crash between scheduled backups. But, like they say, "better late than never!" Download your copy here. How Does New Programming Happen? Though we were unable to fund our cyberbullies Kickstarter, the campaign did generate renewed interest in program development. You can learn a little more about the process here. Time to Tackle the Puppet Kids' Enemies! KOB Puppet Kids have some natural enemies... dirt, smoke, food, liquids, pets and children (particularly wee ones with sticky fingers or older ones who wear lipstick and like to kiss cuddly things). The off season is a good time to combat some of these enemies with a good "kid cleaning." Click the link to download puppet care tips. Don't Miss Out! Connect with the Kids on Facebook and Twitter
PREVIOUS NEWS: We're proud to announce the newest addition to the Kids on the Block Family. The Kids on the Block Program on Pediatric Brain Tumors was developed in conjunction with a major cancer treatment center. The program features 11 year old Andy Dunn, who was diagnosed with medulloblastoma. Script material addresses the social and emotional impact of pediatric brain tumors, informs about possible cognitive changes resulting from these tumors and their treatment, challenges myths and misconceptions about brain tumors, and provides some details about treatment. More information on this program may be found here. Puppets in the Classroom We recently found an interesting thesis on the power of puppetry in the classroom. If you missed it on our Facebook page, check it out here. And don't forget to share your results with your fellow KOBers! Reality TV? Just say no! No parent wants to see their kid show up on "reality television" without their consent, but that's just what recently happened to one of our beloved characters. Our legal team is working on addressing this inappropriate and unauthorized use of our character. If you are questioned about the incident during your performances, check out the character's official response here. Meet Mark's friend Robert M. Hensel Kids are thrilled to see Mark Riley popping wheelies in his "cruiser," but when Mark explains why his physical therapist taught him to pop wheelies, children begin to understand the importance of accessibility. Now Mark is sharing his friend Robert's record breaking awareness campaign. Robert is a Guinness & Ripley's World Record Holder for the longest non stop wheelie in a wheelchair, covering a total distance of 6.178 miles. The reason for his record, was to help raise money for wheelchair ramps throughout the community. Read more about Robert's journey here. KOB troupes wishing to share info about a world record wheelie can find an addition to Mark and Valerie's questions here. CHECK OUT THE ARCHIVE On April 29, 2011, TAALK (Talk About Abuse to Liberate Kids) hosted a 24 hour internet radio show with guest speakers each hour covering a variety of topics related to child sexual abuse awareness, prevention and support (including Kids on the Block presenters).  Click to check out the TAALK-a-Thon Archive Kids on the Block is featured in the 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. segment, "Teaching Safety Rules through Kid-Friendly Programs - A Winning Combination"
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