Presto Plans Puppetry is an ancient form of

Puppetry is an ancient form of entertainment, and it is believed to have originated

From the earliest forms of puppetry to the most recent television programs and movies,

While there are many types and forms of puppets around the world, in American

The hand or glove puppet is the most common type used. The puppet consists

Click the image or link below to see a video on how to manipulate

Unlike the hand puppets, rod puppets are controlled from below by using rods made

Click the image or link below to see a video of a rod (and

Marionettes are controlled by strings from above that are attached to various parts of

Click the image or link below to see a video of a marionette. https:

Go get a sock / paper bag and some materials to choose from. You

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Puppetry is an ancient form of entertainment, and it is believed to have originated approximately 3000 years BC! Historians do not all agree on where puppetry originated. Some believe it has it’s origins in Ancient Egypt, while other have argued either India or Africa. © Presto Plans

From the earliest forms of puppetry to the most recent television programs and movies, puppet theater has engaged and delighted audiences both young and old. © Presto Plans

While there are many types and forms of puppets around the world, in American theater and television, three types of puppets are most frequently used. Hand Puppets Rod Puppets Marionettes © Presto Plans

The hand or glove puppet is the most common type used. The puppet consists of a cloth in the shape of a tube where the puppeteer puts his or her hand. The puppeteer uses his fingers and thumb to create a face and mouth that can form many different expressions. Some of these puppets use a rigid material around the mouth so the mouth can be easily opened and closed to simulate speech. © Presto Plans

Click the image or link below to see a video on how to manipulate a hand puppet. https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=bu 4 l. J 0 Q 0 SVA © Presto Plans

Unlike the hand puppets, rod puppets are controlled from below by using rods made of wire or wood. Ordinarily, there is a main rod which supports the weight of the puppet and smaller rods are used to manipulate and move the parts of the puppets body. Some of the most popular puppets seen on television are a combination of hand rod puppets that sometimes require more than one puppeteer to operate. © Presto Plans

Click the image or link below to see a video of a rod (and hand) puppet in action! https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=n. Mz. MQCSb 08 w © Presto Plans

Marionettes are controlled by strings from above that are attached to various parts of the puppet’s body. The strings are operated from a wooden control bar from above. © Presto Plans

Click the image or link below to see a video of a marionette. https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=SPBm 8 I 7 ho. BQ © Presto Plans

Go get a sock / paper bag and some materials to choose from. You will be given one class the week to complete your own hand puppet. The puppet should have a distinct personality and you will present it to the class by video recording your 3 -5 puppet play…more explanation to follow. © Presto Plans