These are the cutest little projects that scream "happy" and "joy Joy" - which one will you start with first?
Supplies needed for the paper bag puppets:
- paper lunch bag
- acrylic paint (color of your choice)
- colored cardstock paper
- scrapbook scissors (optional)
- markers
- circle punches (optional-we used a 3-inch, 2-inch, 1 1/2-inch and 1-inch)
- scissors
- glue
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Puppets help kids grow by building communication skills, easing emotional expression, and sparking creative imagination. They offer a fun and low-pressure way for children to practice talking, acting out feelings, and inventing new stories. [1, 2, 3]
Language and Communication
- Expands vocabulary: Children talk to and through puppets, which builds new words and sentence skills.
- Helps shy kids: Quiet children often feel safe speaking and coming out of their shell through a puppet voice.
- Practices listening: Kids focus closely when a puppet tells a story or gives directions