Description

The Truth About Gangs DVD delivers a powerful prevention message designed specifically for grades 4–6. Through the voice of a relatable teen narrator, kids hear the real story of Tony—a young boy who faced the pressure to join a gang but made the choice to walk away.

Viewers learn how gangs lure new members with false promises of belonging, protection, and excitement, only to reveal their darker side: ruthlessness, destruction, and danger. The program doesn’t sugarcoat the reality. Instead, it shows the real risks of gang involvement and the harm it brings not only to individuals but also to families and communities.

What makes this DVD so effective is its age-appropriate balance of honesty and hope. Kids not only learn the dangers but also get practical strategies for resisting peer pressure, handling recruitment attempts, and choosing safer, healthier alternatives. Positive solutions—such as focusing on sports, hobbies, friendships, and family support—help reinforce that there are far better paths to belonging and self-worth than joining a gang.

Key Features:

• Engaging DVD narrated by a relatable teen voice
• Shares Tony’s story of resisting gang recruitment
• Reveals the false promises and real dangers of gangs
• Offers tips for resisting peer pressure and recruitment
• Highlights safe, positive alternatives to gang involvement
• Tailored for grades 4–6 in schools or community programs

Whether used in classrooms, afterschool programs, or community outreach, the Truth About Gangs DVD opens up meaningful conversations about choices, consequences, and courage.

It reminds kids that the strongest choice they can make is to stay true to themselves, and to say no to gangs.

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This DVD is also available for purchase on PreventionPower.TV for on-demand streaming.