| Don't Miss Out! Connect with the Kids on Facebook  If you aren't following the official Kids on the Block Facebook page you've missed an exclusive announcement about our newest program, but don't despair... you'll find links to the script summary on the recently updated topics page. CDs No Longer Available Online Our onlne partner has discontinued CDs on our KOB Online Store. These are now only avaialable by calling us directly at 1-800-368-KIDS (5437).   This "Disability Show Soundtrack" is the soundtrack utilized by the National Performing Troupe. The CD includes "show versions" of Come On In, the Playoff musical interlude, Kids Are Different and Bow Music. - $9.00 (plus S&H) 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 wheelies 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 feathured in the 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. segment, "Teaching Safety Rules through Kid-Friendly Programs - A Winning Combination"
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