The Kelly Bear C.A.R.E.S. Program (Character And Resiliency Education Skills) is a cost effective, multimedia curriculum that is developmentally appropriate for large or small groups of children ages 5-9. The overall goal of the program is to prevent problem behaviors by promoting the following 12 skills:

The twelve areas of growth are measured by evaluation forms completed by adult observers (often teachers) and by the children themselves. Parent evaluation forms are included and are completed during the Parent Program held the last session of the C.A.R.E.S. Program.

Kelly Bear is my partner in Character Education. His gentle and caring nature makes Kelly a role model for all of us at school. - Suzanne Gwaltney, School Counselor

The Kelly Bear Program has given us a strong foundation in building our Character Education program. We have noticed a positive response from all students and parents. - Rick Stout, Principal, Pamilico County Primary School

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KELLY BEAR C.A.R.E.S. PROGRAM Kit
It includes an Instructional Guide with sixteen, easy-to-use, detailed lesson plans, three evaluation forms, plus masters for reprinting Kelly Bear name tags, introductory parent letter, invitation to Parent Program, child's Certificate of Completion, "The ABC's of Parenting" and "The 8 L's of Parenting" handouts. It also contains 5 books (1 each of Feelings, Health, Behavior, Activities, and Drug Awareness). 7 videos/DVDs with Leader's Guide, 3 CD-ROMs, a 60-min CD of character-building songs, a Kelly Bear hand puppet, 100 Kelly Bear Cares stickers, four 11"x17" posters, and a Kelly Bear paw stamp. ($599.00) #350608-VHS / #350611-DVD