William Morgan is a spunky "almost" 11 year old who is about three feet tall. He explains to his friends that this is because he was born with a condition called dwarfism. William wants his friends to understand that for him having dwarfism means he will do all the same types of things his friends will likely do, finish school, go to college and have a regular future. The only thing he won't do is get much taller.
The Kids on the Block Program on Dwarfism was designed to introduce children and adults to achondroplasia, a common form of dwarfism as well as some the issues William has encountered as a small person. In developing the curricula, The Kids on the Block, Inc. received guidance from medical professionals as well as members of Little People of America, District 12. Script material covers the fact that there are different forms of dwarfism, the importance of interacting in an age appropriate manner with a small person, teasing, family issues, home adaptations and career stereotypes.
The complete curriculum consists of large hand-crafted puppets, four
scripts, follow-up activities, and resources.
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