In School Programs
Illinois Prairie Council offers a wide variety of in-school programs for youth that increase knowledge, change attitudes and promote positive behaviors. Programs include:
Kids on the Block - An interactive puppet program for youth that emphasizes diversity and disability awareness. This is an “assembly-style” program. Each grade level highlights a different disability. Youth are asked to start No Put-down Zones and are challenged to “Dare to Care!”. More information on The Kids on the Block program is available in PDF format.
Self-Reliance - There are five programs designed for elementary school youth. These programs teach about personal safety, stranger danger, positive peer relationships, baby sitting skills and the importance of community service. The curriculums utilize skits and roleplaying activities to practice home-alone skills, and choosing friends.
I’m Safe and Sure - K and 1st grade
Caution without Fear - 2nd and 3rd grade
I’m Peer Proof - 4th and 5th grades
A Gift of Giving - K through 8th grades
I’m Taking Care - 5th through 8th grades