Finger / Spoon Puppets

Description: Students use simple puppets made from craft materials or everyday items (like plastic spoons or felt finger puppets) to act out stories.

Skills Developed: Speaking, dialogue, listening, imagination and character development.

Classroom use:

• Retell familiar stories or fairy tales.

• Create and perform original mini skits.

• Use in pairs or small groups to encourage communication.

Benefits:

• Reduces performance anxiety.

• Makes speaking practice playful and engaging.

• Encourages character-based storytelling and role play.

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