Introduction to Puppetry: Creating Your Puppet!
Introduction to Puppetry • 13m
In this short video, have loads of creative fun with John as he shows you how to make 2 different puppets using everyday household items. (Make sure you have an adult with you to help!) In no time at all, you'll have designed and made your very own awesome cartoon character to keep you and your family entertained for hours.
Cardboard Puppet:
You will need:
Egg Carton
Cardboard Tube
Scissors
Tape
Pencil
Pen
Tin Foil
Sock Puppet:
You will need:
Sock
Cardboard
Scissors
Tape
Pencil
Pen
Extras:
Newspaper
Glue
Sponge
Paint (+ brush and water)
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