3. Puppets
• A puppet is an object, often resembling a human, animal or
mythical figure, that is animated or manipulated by a person
called a Puppeteer.
• The Puppeteer uses movements of his hands, arms, or control
devices such as rods or strings to move the body, head, limbs,
and in some cases the mouth and eyes of the puppet.
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5. Puppetry
Puppetry is an education which comes from the
entertainment aid, In which a doll is dressed as a
character in the story and manipulated by the puppeteer.
6. Purpose:
• To motivate the students
• To create interest
• To add sense of humor
• To give examples how people behave in real life
7. Types of puppets
• String puppet
• Shadow puppet
• Stick puppet
• Hand puppet
• Finger puppet
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13. Principles of puppets
• Puppet action can be accompanied by short dialogues,
which are easily understandable.
• Plays must be based on actions rather than words.
• Puppet show must not have many characters
(maximum 4).
• The main problem or question should be introduced in
the beginning and answer should come at the end.
14. Puppet stage
• A miniature stage with curtains and backdrop can be made to produce
or to create dramatic effect.
• The back screen is usually of light color.
• Structure of the stage depends on the stage.
15. Tips on how to use puppets:
• The most simple way to use a puppet is by sitting on
the floor facing each other.
• Another way is by using the table top, sitting on other
side of the table.
• To do a presentation for the group, use the table top
and face the audience.
• A puppet can’t change facial expression so speeches
should be kept short.
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• Number of characters should be less as only 3 or 4
puppeteers can be behind the stage.
• Sufficient time should be given to change the puppets.
• Changing characters can be done between the scenes
or while the music plays.
17. Planning a puppet show
• Select a story, dialogue and action.
• Draw or paint the scenery or background.
• Prepare the puppets.
• Choose a good place to show the puppets.
• Encourage audience participation.
18. Advantages
• Dramatization, amusement and entertainment.
• Playfulness brought in to the classroom.
• Use of puppets add to learning form of communication that is
visual emotional and exciting.
• Cost effective.
• Useful for illiterate people
• Puppets add sense of pretending and humor that make
gloomiest parts of our daily life easier to face.
19. Disadvantages
• Cannot be used for a large group.
• Puppets may be viewed as an extra activity.
• Teachers may think that puppets can be used for only
small children.
• Lot of time is spend for arrangements for a puppet
show.
