Puppetry and Object Animation
Bringing inanimate objects and puppets to life to tell stories and explore character.
Key Questions
- Explain how a simple object can become a character with personality.
- Design a short story using puppets to convey emotions and actions.
- Analyze how puppeteers use movement and voice to create illusions.
Ontario Curriculum Expectations
Suggested Methodologies
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