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Paper Bag Puppet

Make it⏱ 5 minutesAges 4-8

Puppets help kids tell stories and practice talking. Shy kids often speak up through a puppet.

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Grab this

  • A paper lunch bag
  • Markers
  • Paper scraps
  • Glue
Supplies for Paper Bag Puppet

Do it in 3 steps

Paper Bag Puppet step 1
1

Lay the bag flat with the bottom flap on top. That is the mouth.

Paper Bag Puppet step 2
2

Draw or glue on eyes, ears and hair.

3

Put your hand inside and make it talk!

Tinker Ted with a stopwatchDO IT WITH ME

Your turn! Beat the clock.

Press start, then put the screen down and build. We'll cheer when time is up.

5:00

⭐ Bonus round

Make a second puppet and put on a show.

🧠 Why it works

Puppets help kids tell stories and practice talking. Shy kids often speak up through a puppet.

A grown up should be nearby for every challenge. Clean up together when you are done.

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