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Read
the Modesto Bee article about Randi Linee
and her puppets
(prints on 2 pages).
Soroptimist
International of Modesto donation to Kids Works
 Kids
Works provides health and safety information to youth using
life-sized puppets to convey important messages in a way
that students understand. The presentations are designed to
heighten awareness by diffusing the myths and stereotypes
surrounding disabilities, social issues, and individual
differences. Kids Works performs for over 30,000 students
each year. These students learn about topics ranging
from drugs and "stranger danger" to living with diabetes and
blindness.
Performances are presented in the traditional Japanese "Bunraku"
method of puppetry with the use of large puppets, and
puppeteers are draped in black with a black background.
Presentations feature those puppets most suited to the
children and needs of the group. The presentations may
be tailored to serve the individual needs of a site.
The programs are very interactive, with many opportunities
for audience participation.
Grants, agreements for service, fundraising and donations
provide support for Kids Works. Each puppet "kid" has
a distinct personality and background history, and is
available for annual adoption by individuals and
organizations. Annual adoption helps keep the program
costs low and accessible so Kids Works can continue to serve
the children of our communities.
Learn more about Kids Works by checking out the following
topics:
For more
information about Kids Works, please call us at (209)
579-9115.
For more information about the DMC
Foundation contact our office at (209) 527-3412,
send
email, or complete our
online
information request form. Our office
hours are Monday through Thursday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, and
Friday 8:00am to 3:00pm. |
