Why do we use puppets?
Puppets are mainly used for theatre. We can recreate a strory or an event with our puppets.
They can also be helpful to teach young children because they attract and capture their attention easily.
They stimulate their imagination and learning process.
We can express our feelings and emotions.
Is an excellent visual and interactive teaching method.
TYPES OF PUPPETS:
1. String puppets
This ghost is made out of fabric, glue paste and a string.... it can be moved thru the string. This type of puppet helps the child to exercise his pencil grip and eye/hand coordination.
It also helps the child to learn how to balance the puppet, and be aware of the space it uses to be moved.
On a full body string puppett the child will focus on the movements of the whole body of the puppett.
2. Finger puppets
You hold your puppet with your index or middle finger. They should be light in weight, so its easy to move it.
3. Hand or glove puppets
These puppets you grab them by the stick and move them with your hand.
They are great for young children who have difficulties with the pencil grip.
Easy to make, great for all ages.
4. Movable mouth puppets
Sock Puppets
Sewn or glued puppetts
Any of these puppets will give you hours of entertainment for you and your children.
Build a stage and have your own private theatre
