Puppetry

Are you looking for something fun to do for your kids while their stuck inside because of bad weather? Many of us would prefer to keep them away from the television, but that means we have to keep them busy. Luckily, there’s a really fun idea: build a puppet show. Rather than just reading a story aloud, acting it out with puppets is a great way to create a fantastic memory for your children. And most importantly, you’ll get to spend more time with your kids! And once their older, they’ll be challenged to put on one of their own!

Goldilocks and the Three Bears Puppet Show

Luckily for us, creating a puppet show doesn’t have to be horribly complicated.… Continue reading →

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How To Put On A Puppet Show

Master of the puppets / Maestro de marionetas Playing with puppets is a wonderful way for kids to express themselves creatively and build confidence when around other people. Even the shyest kid will be encouraged to perform with puppets, as the attention is on the character of the puppet, not the child.

Taking puppet play one step further and putting on a performance needn’t be a big deal. All that’s needed is puppets, performers, a theater and a play to perform. Items for the performance can be found around the home or purchased inexpensively.

Puppets can be bought for very reasonable prices or be home made. If making puppets at home, allow children to help as it will enhance their understanding of the magic of puppets. Puppets can… Continue reading →

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Puppetry