KIDS-CENTRIC LLC
Kids-Centric, LLC, is dedicated to the concept we term ‘helpfulness education” - the direct result of children’s easy, entertaining, educational access to a range of programs that dramatically improve their STEAM ( Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) academic and self-esteem levels.
With the four team members having decades of educational work in diverse settings, we take humble and honest pride in our individual and collective achievements. We have learned how to harness the ethics of persuasive success.
Along with teaching over 50,000 students from extremely different paths of life, we take pride in knowing we did so by challenging the challenges of the educational arenas throughout America.
One of our team members - in September 2022 - received from US Senators the Congressional Coaltion Award for his outstanding service to the education of disadvantage youths. One of our team members has been awarded Teacher of the Year twice in her career in the field of Special Education. Two of our team members have been two time recipients of the International Telly Awards for Excellence in Educational Television Broadcasting.
Eight educational podcasts produced by Kids-Centric, LLC has an audience of 55,000 subscribers.
JOSEPH GALATA
CEO
“ i have witnessed the joys and the sufferings of children and teenagers throughout the world.
I know the power of the arts such as music, painting, dance, theatre, television, film, books, podcasts and how the lives of youths are enriched and enhanced when they experience the positive and inspiring stories told through the diverse arts.
Arts educate and entertain! When combined we call such projects “ edu- tainment programs.”
We create them!
We can create yours!
Contact us! You WILL be happiness and satisfied and grateful to witness your “ edu- tainment “‘project delighting children and teens everywhere!”
PENNY & BENNY'S MATH FUN
THE RULER:
PENNY & BENNY TEACH HOW TO BULID A DOGHOUSE
Our team of Education Specialists is committed to focusing on the strongest way to reduce the current statistic that by the time an American youth leaves high school - wether via graduation or early termination - 79% are ‘math deficient.’
We have embarked on creating a series of 10 e-books, hard and soft cover books, for elementary school age children and their professional + personal adult caregivers.
Imagine two adorable dogs teaching math in very unique ways and settings. The series is titled PENNY & BENNY MATH FUN!
Now completed by scholars and artists is Episode # 1 - THE RULER: PENNY AND BENNY TEACH HOW TO BUILD A DOG HOUSE.
9 additional publications will follow including Episode #2 Penny and Benny Teach How To Make Dog Treats and Episode #3 Penny and Benny Teach How To Build a Toy Chest.
THE TEAM
OF
PENNY & BENNY'S
MATH FUN
Foodie Fusion: Uniting Flavors From East To West
Welcome to our HOLY LAND’S HEAVENLY HOLIDAYS PRESERVING CULTURE THROUGH DESSERTS cookbook. Do you ever wonder why certain recipes have been passed down in cultures and families for generations? Or why something as wonderful as a delicious dessert, can bring a sense of comfort, discovery, and bonding? Food provides sustenance for our bodies, but it's so much more than that.
Having lived in the Holy Land, I wanted to create this unique cookbook for the 2 million Christians whom, each year, perform pilgrimages to Bethlehem, Nazareth, and Jerusalem. There, they can celebrate the importance and joy of perpetuating and discovering the historical cultural rituals and traditions of cooking, baking, and eating. The recipes are not only delicious, but they also serve as a way to connect with one’s Christian heritage and preserve a piece of our important history.
What We Do
Podcasts
Our podcasts designed for Children and teens, plus their adult influencers, are original, entertaining, and educational! We focus on history situations and true to life heroic characters, science and technology, cultural celebrations, and folk tales. Actors are children, teens, adult, and seniors who have highly acclaimed professional careers and awards!
Videos
Our videos focus on people who use the arts to inspire others about the power of the diversely arts for health, happiness, love, and prosperity.
Theatrical productions
Our original theatrical productions incorporate drama, comedy, literature, songs, music, dance, and costumes to tell the stories of evrry day people and situations - including very historical figures!
Our books tell stories about people that changed lives and communities.
Training
& Workshops
The Power of Arts In Healing from Grief
Preventing and Reducing Family Social Disconnections
Overcoming Social Isolation
Transforming Ambivalent Relationships Between Children and Adult Family Members
Cultural Rituals for Enhancing Family Celebrations
Discovering the Stories of Elderly Family Members
Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math Famous Personages.
Overcoming Food Insecurities
Sharing Music, Storytelling, Photographs Between Caregivers and Family Members with Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Dancing Into Faith and Hope
The Journey of Healing From Abuse, Abandonment, Neglect
Food Treasures and Healthy Eating For Joyful Self-Esteem
Finding The Meaningfulness In Uncontrollable Situations
The 5 I’s for Operating A Successful Non-Profit Organization and Business.
The Do’s and Don’ts of Successful Grant Writing
Creating Successful Academic Programs for Children and Teens
Amjad Hilles
Artist & Creative Designer
" Why do children - even adults - gasp in joy and wonder when they see a rainbow? Because a rainbow is created by the merging of colors and sunlight and mists. A rainbow is beautiful.
When I use my talents as a watercolor painter, a graphic designer, an actor and writer, a media producer, director, editor, and musician, I feel as if I am creating a spectrum of colors shining in the sparkling lights of happiness.
With the paintings, podcasts, videos, T-Shirts and Sweatshirts, I work on, my motivation is to create beauty, happiness, and joy.
What Our Clients Say
“The podcasts are so entertaining and educational at the same time. My students enjoy them. One of my students, a 9 year old, was so excited to learn about the children who survived living in the Donner Party's mountain blizzard, she had her mom take her to the library every week for two months to get books on the subject."
Roberta
“I watched the short video you and Amjad created I AM HERE IN ME. First of all, it's gorgeous. Secondly, it reminded me of when I saw you perform your musical theatre production PAPA, COME DANCE WITH ME AGAIN. I was one of 900 people in the audience who was crying at the end of the show, because it was so inspiring for those of us with a love one who has Alzheimer's. Thank you. ”
Peter
.” I've watched you on TV for years. My favorite shows were the one you interviewed a 15 year old boy who was dying and he asked 'do they celebrate Christmas in Heaven?" My other favorite was your Monday night children's program IMAGINATION MAKERS, when you played the Scarecrow. Every week you had the most talented kids performing with you. Now, I just read your book NEVADA'S COLORFUL CHILDREN. Those stories about heroes in Nevada history was so information and inspiring. This book should be taught to every student in Nevada's school. ”
Jane
The Benjamin Franklin Education Awards Celebration
The Benjamin Franklin Education Awards Celebration at the Sierra Association of Foster Families. Hosted by Benjamin Franklin! Children in foster care and adoptive homes received an array of awards for their academic and creative achievements.
Video edited by Amjad Hilles of Kids- Centric LLC
The Ghost of Benjamin Franklin : Episode 1 LOSSES
In the 1st episode the Ghost of Benjamin Franklin talks about losses he experienced on his historical journey from obscurity to fame.
SHAKE UP!
In 1776, Americans celebrated the first Independence Day on the 4th of July. For centuries towns throughout America created traditions for the celebration.
STEAM EDUCATION
Combining animation with theatrical performances : Science - Technology - Encouraging Engineering- Arts - Math Education for youths.
ART CAN MAKE ME FORGET WAR 🎨 🍀
A 2:34 minute video featuring international artists who are humanitarians... painters, actors, musicians,
dancers, writers, storytellers - the creativity of the arts versus the destruction of war.
HERO HENRY- A THEATRICAL DRAMA PODCAST
An original theatrical drama featuring a cast of professional child
-teen-adult actors from NYC, LA, Florida, Nevada,, Dubai tells the
true story of Mr. Henry Bergh who in the 1800’s was the founder of both The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children.
RT: 68 minutes
Written by Joseph Galata
Illustration by Amjad Hilles
Maybe I Can Take Someone Up With Me!
An entertaining- educational 32 minute children’s podcast about a Black Maid who became an extraordinarily important community humanity in Nevada.
The Once Upon a Time Pryanki Baker
The Once Upon a Time Pryanki Baker
A Russian Christmas Story.
A long time ago – Christmas is canceled in Russia. But a little girl, instead of feeling hopeless, uses her creative imagination in keeping the Spirit of Christmas alive in her village. Based on a Russian legend, this original entertaining podcast adds a few new characters and twists!
Written by Joseph Galata
Illustration by Amjad Hilles
Yesterday & Today– An entertaining- educational children’s podcast.
It’s an elementary school competition!
A 4th grader performs his monologue on a Basque Christmas tradition! A 6th grade girl performs her monologue about a Halloween Danish ghost legend! And then there is the nervous judge who … well .. listen and discover who will win and …… find our what is going on with the wishy-washy competition judge! “