Puppets for Kids to Make
Puppets are the perfect craft for kids to make because they require the simplest of materials. Because these materials are commonly found in most homes, there is no need to purchase expensive items at craft or hobby stores. Playing with puppets allows kids to use their imaginations to create different worlds in which to explore. It may inspire kids to write scripts, build a puppet theater and put on a show for their families or neighbors.
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Craft Stick Puppets
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Your kids can make simple stick puppets using craft or Popsicle sticks. First, children draw a picture on construction paper or card stock. They can draw a picture of a person, animal or imaginary creature. Next, they use child-safety scissors to cut out their creation. If your children do not know how to draw, they can just cut a picture from an old magazine to serve as the puppet. Finally, use non-toxic glue to fasten the picture to the end of a craft stick. After allowing the puppet to dry, kids can begin to play with the craft stick puppet.
Paper Bag Puppets
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A second simple type of puppet for kids to make is the traditional paper bag puppet. This type of puppet is made from a simple brown paper lunch bag. The bottom of the bag (the part that folds over) is used for the puppet's mouth. To make the puppet, kids can use construction paper, googly eyes, yarn and buttons. Other common items such as cotton and gift wrap may also be used. Puppet hair can be fashioned from yarn, construction paper or cotton. Eyes can be bought premade or created from buttons. Kids can use cloth scraps or wrapping paper to fashion one-of-a-kind clothing.
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Sock Puppets
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Kids enjoy making sock puppets to use in their imaginative play. The heel of the sock becomes the puppet's mouth when the child places his or her hand inside it. Children can use buttons or googly eyes for the puppet's eyes, and felt and cloth scraps to create the puppet's mouth and clothing. To make the puppet's hair, they can use yarn or cotton. All of the puppet's features and accessories are fastened to the puppet by means of non-toxic glue. Some parents may choose to help their child use a glue-gun to glue the facial features, hair and clothing to the sock puppet.
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