Return to KOTB Home Page Michael's father has put him in charge of planning the menu for his mother's surprise party. When Michael gets frustrated as a result of his inability to choose a menu which fits the party theme, Jason steps in to encourage Michael to research fun food choices with a healthy twist. (Michael, Jason)
During a role-play for a class project, Jason plays the part of "Dr. Robinson," the dentist. As he checks Michael's teeth, he finds that although Michael has no cavities, he has plaque, or bacteria, on his teeth. "Dr. Robinson" talks with "his patient" about snacking and making good choices for his entire body, including his teeth. Finally, "Dr. Robinson" talks about brushing, flossing and the "swish and spit" method of keeping plaque off of teeth. (Michael, Jason)
Jason shows Michael a healthier option for eating sweets rather than "pigging out." By demonstrating his family's method of sorting foods to combine junk food with healthier options, Jason teaches Michael and the audience a tool for making responsible snacking choices during times when children typically receive a lot of candy. (Michael, Jason and Brenda appears in Party Time)
After Jason and Michael have an argument over a class report,
Michael tries to make up with his friend by offering a series of candy
choices. Jason talks with Michael about the dangers of using food as a
reward or bribe and discusses the proper place for food and friendship.
(Michael, Jason)
Brenda, Michael and Jason must work together on a school assignment designing a store or other place that sells things. After coming up with the idea for a fruit and vegetable stand as an alternative to a bake sale ,they decide to set one up at school to raise money for a field trip.(Brenda, Michael, Jason)
NOTE: After Fruit Stand, Brenda answers audience questions. At the end of each of the remaining scripts the puppet characters stage a "puppet review" during which they ask key questions about the incidents just portrayed. The children respond, thus reviewing what they just learned.
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