KIDS ON THE BLOCK
This highly acclaimed Kids on the Block puppets are a troupe of life-sized puppets with and without disabilities
designed to teach children to understand and accept differences in one another. They bring forth a very empowering message, “We all belong.” This educational program seeks to create an awareness that helps all
children to realize their full potential and deal positively with their misconceptions and concerns.
Using the ancient form of Bunraku Japanese puppetry skills, the four-foot puppets come alive and share important information on seizures and epilepsy–the brain condition that 175,000 children (in Canada) live with every day. The puppeteers perform two delightful scripts followed by an interactive dialogue with Brian
McDaniel, the puppet that has epilepsy. Brian shares his personal experiences with seizures and reduces the fear, stigma, teasing and bullying that often accompanies seizures. He empowers all children living with seizures or any physical or medical disorder to feel safe, accepted and supported in their school.
The Kids on the Block are proudly sponsored by The Terry Mahon Foundation.
There is no cost for your school. Once you book a performance, two professional performers will arrive at your
school with all the gear, props, music and puppets. All performances are approximately one hour in length and are designed for children throughout the elementary grades.
ONLINE PRESENTATIONS THROUGH DECEMBER 2020
During COVID-19 times, the Edmonton Epilepsy Association will offer online presentations of the Kids on the Block show upon request.
To request a presentation at your school or community centre or event submit your request online by clicking here. For a printable form, Click Here.
Here are some comments received after KOTB performances, book yours today!
“This puppet presentation was excellent. You can’t improve-it was excellent!” Teacher at Rutherford School
“The puppet show was excellent! The class was captivated.” Teacher at Mee-Yah-Noh School
“The presentation has inspired the students to educate others about epilepsy. An awesome job!” Teacher at St Joseph School
BOOK NOW!
Fill out the attached form and return it by Email, Fax or regular mail.
While we try to accommodate all requests, bookings are accepted on a first come basis.
PRAISE FOR KIDS ON THE BLOCK
“This puppet presentation was excellent. You can’t improve-it was excellent!”
Teacher at Rutherford School
“The puppet show was excellent! The class was captivated.”
Teacher at Mee-Yah-Noh School
“The presentation has inspired the students to educate others about epilepsy. An awesome job!”
Teacher at St Joseph School