Presents the Kids on the Block, a unique group of puppets in that one is deaf, one blind and another in a wheelchair. They tour the country encouraging non-disabled children to ask and learn about their handicapped peers and to see the world through different eyes. Stars Gary Burghoff (from TV’s MASH) and was made during an actual classroom presentation. Suitable for middle and upper primary and lower secondary levels.
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ACMI Identifier
015529
Language
English
Subject categories
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Communication - Social aspects
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Education of children
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Social exchange
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Social interaction in children
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Social role
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Social values
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Education of children
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Puppets and puppet-plays in education
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Teaching - Methodology
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Education of children
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Social interaction in children
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Social role
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Handicapped children
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Physically handicapped children
Music & Performing Arts → Puppet theater
Music & Performing Arts → Puppets and puppet-plays in education
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)