Kelly Bear Teaches Respectfulness and Friendship Skills
In this video/DVD the children learn to respect themselves and others, use self-control, be empathetic, and act in a kind way when someone is distressed. Songs include "Show Respect to Everyone" and "If You're Friendly and You Know It." ($69.95) #382885-VHS / #371407-DVD

Kelly Bear Teaches Social Competence and Positive Behaviors
Children learn that everyone makes mistakes, and they learn to engage in acceptable behaviors and to accept responsibility for their actions. Truthfulness and dependability are accentuated. Songs include "I Feel Good When I Remember" and "I Am Somebody." ($69.95) #382884-VHS / #371410-DVD
PHOTO: Children singing "I Am Somebody!"

Each video/DVD of the 7-part series features the life-size green bear named Kelly, who serves as a hero and teacher to five children. The author interacts with ten other children in a classroom setting. In addition, there is a scene at home and at school. The series is for children ages 3 to 9; each video/DVD is 20 to 25 minutes long. A detailed Leader Guide is included.

"The children at my center love the Kelly Bear tapes." -- Jeanette Mendenhall, director, Kid's Center.

Kelly Bear Teaches About Personal Safety
Children learn how to stay safe at home by discussing basic security rules including fire safety and telephone usage.Also addressed is the danger of playing "unsafe games" like using medicine, smoking cigarettes, and touching guns. The outside safety rules feature "stranger danger." The video/DVD emphasizes the need for children to ask themselves the "safety questions." Songs include "Safety Song," "Always Use Your Head," and "Stop, Think, Ask, Is It Safe?" ($69.95) #298705-VHS / #371419-DVD
HONORABLE MENTION:
1999 Columbus Film & Video Festival

Kelly Bear Teaches About Secret Touching
Children learn the difference between "good touch," "bad touch," and "secret touch" in a sensitive, reassuring way. By observing children being assertive, they learn how to protect themselves. Two themes are emphasized: if a "secret touch" happens, the child needs to tell a trusted adult, and secret touching is not the child's fault. The original songs include "Looking in the Mirror," an upbeat, self-acceptance song, "Secret Touch," and "Don't Be Afraid." ($69.95) #298706-VHS / #378586-DVD.
FIRST PLACE AWARD WINNER:
1999 National Council on Family Relations Media Award, Family Violence/Abuse category.
HONORABLE MENTION:
1999 International Cindy Competition

Kelly Bear Teaches Problem Solving Skills and Anger Management
Children learn how to use the steps to solving problems, and positive ways to deal with their angry emotions. Ways to cope positively with peers are discussed. Songs include "What Can You Do Well?" and "Never Quit." ($69.95) #382882-VHS / #371413-DVD
HONORABLE MENTION:
1998 Columbus Film & Video Festival

Kelly Bear Teaches
Healthy Living Habits and Refusal Skills
Children learn about the dangers of alcohol and tobacco. They practice using refusal skills and are challenged to make positive choices. Songs include "No to Drugs" and "Everyone Feels Good and Bad." ($69.95) #382879-VHS / #371416-DVD

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Kelly Bear VIOLENCE PREVENTION Video/DVD Program