Big kids can have fun creating and telling stories with puppets.
While making brown bag and paper plate puppets are challenging
to toddlers, this age group might prefer the more intricate
process of making sock puppets. While they're relatively simple
to make, children can practice basic sewing skills during this
project. Try sewing on buttons for eyes and noses, and yarn for
hair. How about a whole cast of puppet characters? Try using a
knit glove to create finger puppets. By using sequins or beads
for facial features, different colors of yarn for hair, and
fabric scraps for apron-like clothes, you may be able to create
a Goldilocks and the three bears puppet glove. Or even one with
the cast of Cinderella. If you have several children, help them
create a new story for the puppets they've made. Once the story
line is decided, they can act out the tale with the puppets.
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