A World of Puppets & How to Make Them

Available all school year / Grades 1 to 3; 4 to 6; 7 & 8 / Audience maximum 100 / $500 in the GTA / 1 hour; includes Q & A?

Both an introduction to the intriguing diversity of puppetry traditions around the world, and a demonstration of simple classroom-friendly puppet making techniques, this presentation appeals to students’ imaginations and sense of wonder. It also gives teachers a solid technical basis with which to inspire creativity in follow-up classroom activities in this interdisciplinary art form.  Please note that this is not a hands-on workshop for the students – For in class workshops Please visit this page.

Each presentation is tailored to be audience-age appropriate Curriculum Connections: Science & technologyIngenuity with Simple Materials; Knowledge of Drama & Visual Arts Elements; Critical Thinking; Introduce Puppetry & Theatre Arts; Heritage & Citizenship; Oral & Visual communication.

Very informative – historical background provided… great selection of puppets… an excellent demonstration… a great art lesson!!  

“Great ideas on how children can make their own puppets and theatres! I love that!”   St James Catholic School

For further information or to make a booking, contact Ann at ann@puppetmongers.com 416-538-6210

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Founded in 1995 in Toronto, Ontario, the school offers classes, courses and mentoring led by proffessional puppeteers and thatre artists, for adults interested in learning about theatre with puppetry.