What we say and do can help our children feel good about themselves and others. The puppets have proven to be a comfortable medium for teaching children to feel good about themselves, their families, and their culture. Preschoolers and their families have fun watching and interacting with the puppets, while increasing disability awareness and respect for self and others. The scripts feature Hmong, Latino, and African American puppets. We Are Friends is performed in either Hmong or English.
Training is provided and a stipend is available.
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to participate. Call Kathleen Sullivan, Family Strengths Coordinator. A Handbook for Families helps families recognize and appreciate their own strengths, stories and traditions, highlighting positive strategies for strengthening families, including the need for good communication, recognizing responsibilities and knowing when to ask for help. This booklet is available for purchase in the English, Hmong and Spanish translation.