Making and Playing with Puppets
Students will investigate different types of puppets (e.g., hand, string, shadow) and their cultural significance, then create and perform with simple puppets.
Key Questions
- What character does your puppet look like — who is it?
- How do you move your puppet to make it seem alive?
- What short story can your puppet tell to the class?
CBSE Learning Outcomes
Suggested Methodologies
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