Bear Facts for Children


BEAR FACTS FOR CHILDREN Phone: (205) 338-8847
*Seeking to inform children* about abuse and empowering through acquisition of various skills is the purpose of these primary prevention *educational classes* taught in both St. Clair County and Pell City School Systems. Children in grades K-8 are the target audience for these classes, presented by volunteers who are recruited, trained, and screened by The Children's Place staff. Programs utilize age appropriate materials and incorporate short discussions, videos, flip charts and various other reinforcement activities. Follow-up materials which reiterate classroom discussion and help to build character are provided to the teacher for use at a later time. Some of the topics covered include: conflict resolution, self esteem, respect and social/emotional education. Braveheart Bear makes an apprearance to each kindergarten class with a presentation on bullies. *The Children's Place* maintains a *resource library* that may be utilized by school personnel, parents, churches, and other community groups. Over 130 resources are available in the library including, but not limited to abuse and neglect information, adolescent development, decision-making, self-esteem, assertiveness techniques, date rape and parenting. We also have training materials and conduct workshops for adults who work with and care for children. A Children's Place *Referral Directory* is available for purchase. With over 500 entries, provides information regarding children's services availab>le specifically throughout the county and more generally statewide. The directory is available for purchase. Volunteers are always welcome at *The Children's Place*. If you or someone you know is interested in volunteering, please contact us. You will be properly trained, have fun and be richly rewarded! Main sources of funding: Children's Trust Fund, State Appropriation and United Way of Central Alabama.