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Slim GoodbodyBodyology

October 17th, 18th, 19th and 20th.


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Slim Goodbody is the creation of John Burstein. Histelevision programs have aired on CBS, Nickelodeon andDiscovery. He has authored over 50 educational childrensbooks and developed prorams with the American Associationfor Health Education, the American Academy ofPediatrics, The Presidents Council on Physical Fitness andSports, and the National YMCA. He is a recipient ofnumerous awards including the Parents Choise Gols Award.Slim Goodbody has entertained children with his unique,exciting and enlightening shows for 30 years. Currently his

programs air on over 120 public TV stations nationwide.Donning his signature outfit, he educates children by combininghumor, music and incredible visuals into an inspiringperformance.

Who is Slimgood Body?


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Bodyology is a 1 hour theatrical

show that explores the innerworkings of the human body alongwith the health practices required tocare for it. Bodyology is an excitingnew Musical Show starring PBS'sSlim Goodbody.

The show is:Standards-BasedInteractive

Cross-curricular

Multi-media

Innovative

Information-packed


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What are the program objectives?

Bodyology is designed:To teach students how their amazing body worksTo encourage students to make good healthchoicesTo help students attain competencies related to

national education standards

What topics does it cover?

Students learn about:CellsThe Brain and Nervous SystemThe SensesThe Heart and Circulatory System

The Lungs and RespiratorySystemThe Digestive SystemThe Muscular / Skeletal SystemGood NutritionHygiene

FitnessObesity PreventionDrug and Smoking PreventionSelf-respect


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How is the informationpresented?

Bodyology relies on five basic program components:

Original MusicAudience InvolvementLarge Screen projections of astounding and diverse visualsSlim's incredible rapport with student audiencesRelevant, exciting content

How is Bodyology cross-curricular?

In addition to the health sciences, Bodyology weaves inlanguage arts, history, math, physical education andgeography.

This is done through:Story telling

New vocabulary and word derivationsVideo re-enactments of historic medical discoveriesMathematical calculations involving cell division, heart rate,reaction speed, daily food requirements, etc.Audience fitness challenges


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How is Bodyology Standards - Based?Health

Langueage ArtsMathematics

ScienceSocial Studies

Physical EducationForeign Languages

Arts: Dance

Arts: MusicArts: Theater

Arts: Visual Arts

We have correlated Bodyologyto all educational standards and

we will be happy to providespecific correlations uponrequest. The chart is meant to

serve as a general over-view ofthe standards addressed.


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The Press SpeaksA pioneer in the field of health and body education, Slim Goodbody has been teaching kids about everything

from their vertebrae to their ventricles for 30 years.- Nick Jr.

"Using mostly his own compositions, Slim has created routines on hygeine, exercise and good eating for TV,books, records and personal appearances."

- US

You may not know this, but a Slim Goodbody phenomenon exists right under our very noses, affecting millionsof kids..."

- San Francisco Chronicle

"Burstein developed Slim Goodbody after he encountered a number of children who expressed anxiety andconfusion about the workings of their bodies. He has since performed for millions - to unanimous rave

reviews."- Newsweek


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"As heroes go, Slim Goodbody is just about perfect."- TV Guide

"Slim Goodbody's greatest power is that of persuasion."- The Washington Post

"John Burstein (a.k.a. Slim Goodbody) really puts his heart - and his lungs, stomach and liver - into hiswork. In a body stocking painted with designs of the his internal organs, [Burstein] has already invited

millions of youngsters to "take a look inside and see... what goes on inside of me."- People Weekly

"I liked it when he sang that food went down, down, down"; said Erika Berson, 8, of Brooklyn, tracing theroute of food through her own body. "I never knew it went like that before."

- The New York Times

"Slim Goodbody has an obvious rapport with his audience, performing for millions of enthralled childreneach year."

- The Boston Globe


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"Health educators have raved about Burstein#39;s contribution."- The Chicago Tribune

"Slim Goodbody teaches kids to feel good about their bodies."- The Philadelphia Inquirer

Slim Goodbody's gift for communication and his love of children will send kids offon a natural high.- The Parent's Magazine

Slim Goodbody is spreading the message of healthy living.- The New York Magazine

"Though [Slim Goodbody's] talks are basically aimed at children, adults can enjoy them as well, since his performance is

entertaining as well as informative..."- The Daily News


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"He's kept a very consistent message on healthy living and lifestyle and providing a good role model aswell. And he's making it fun and I think that's the important thing," said Becky Smith, executive director

of the American Association for Health Education in Reston, Va.- USA Today

The huge afro disappeared years ago, but the heart, lungs, stomach and liver look the same. The organsare painted on the colorful body suit worn by the super hero of children's health, Slim Goodbody, who

continues to captivate young audiences three decades after he became a regular on CBS CaptainKangaroo.

- Yahoo Asia

Today, when Burstein steps on stage as Slim Goodbody, his goal is same as ever: to motivate people tomake better choices.

- The Star : The Kansas City Star

There is a fabulous audience out there to echo Slim Goodbody's rallying cry: "I'll take good care of mybody"

- Prevention


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Benefeting the

Nido para ngeles FundationA great portion of the benefits will be

donated to the Nido para ngelesFundation; foundation that providesasssitance in the development of children

with cerebral palsy in the DominicanRepublic.


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Date: October 17th, 18th, 19th and 20th.

Place: Auditorio de la Casa San Pablo

Daily shows will be presented at 9:00 am and 12:00 pm

Cost: RD$500.00 per student. You get one free passper classroom.

General information


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