Overview
In this short educational film, puppetry director Toby Olié (original puppeteer for War Horse) demonstrates how you can make simple 2D puppets in the classroom.
Learning outcomes
This resource was designed as a step-by-step guide to support key stage 1 and 2 children as they create their own puppets. The resource can be used to support the art and design and design technology curriculum.
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Suitability
Suitable for 6+/KS1+
Keywords
Creativity, puppets, making, crafting, theatre, drama, primary, key stage 1, key stage 2, classroom exercises
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