Puppetry: Bringing Objects to Life
Students will create simple puppets and use them to perform short stories, focusing on character voice and movement.
Key Questions
- Design a puppet that clearly communicates a specific character type.
- Explain how a puppeteer makes an inanimate object seem alive.
- Compare the challenges of performing with a puppet versus performing as a human character.
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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