Puppets
Artistic adventures Series
What’s inside...
Discusses the history and use of puppets, different kinds of puppets and how to make them, and putting on a puppet show.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
8-12
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think it feels like to be a puppet who can come to life in the story?
How would you help a shy puppet become more confident?
If you could create your own puppet, what would it look like and what adventures would it go on?
Why do you think the puppets in the book needed help, and what does that teach us about asking for help when we need it?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use a gentle and curious tone when asking questions, showing genuine interest in your child's thoughts.
Relate the questions back to your child’s personal experiences, for instance, discussing times they felt similar to the characters.
Encourage your child to imagine beyond the book, like thinking about their own puppet character and its personality.
Validate their feelings and perspectives to make them feel heard and valued during the discussion.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: In 'Puppets', characters work together to put on a puppet show, demonstrating that teamwork can achieve great results.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or collaborating with siblings at home to complete tasks more efficiently.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Expression
Explanation: The book showcases characters who use their imagination to create unique puppets and stories, highlighting the importance of creative expression.
Real-World Application: Kids can be encouraged to engage in arts and crafts or storytelling, helping them to express themselves and boost their creative thinking.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: As the characters encounter challenges in organizing the puppet show, they come up with solutions, which teaches problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: This lesson is beneficial when children face academic challenges or social conflicts, where thinking critically to find solutions is crucial.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Each character in the book takes on specific roles in creating the puppet show, learning about the responsibility that comes with committing to a task.
Real-World Application: This can translate to children taking ownership of their homework, chores, or other duties, understanding their importance in personal and team success.
Example Lesson: Appreciation for Art
Explanation: Through the engaging story of puppeteering, the book instills an appreciation for the performing arts and creative crafts.
Real-World Application: Encouraging visits to puppet shows, theaters, or engaging in DIY puppet-making can deepen a child's appreciation for diverse forms of artistic expression.