STEAMwork | design + build
marionette puppets
let's get started!
We’re thinking about joints and movement as we make our own puppets. Let’s see your mini-me marionettes!
materials
thin cardboard or cardstock
string or yarn to manipulate puppet
hole punch or tool for making holes
string, wire, twist ties, brass fasteners, or paperclips to connect limbs to torso
sawing tools, paint, paper, glue, glitter, yarn, or tape to decorate the puppet
additional resources
Learn about the benefits of mindfulness exercises and practice these skills while doing everyday tasks such as eating, breathing, walking, and thinking at Kidshealth.org.
Help children understand the difference between thoughts and feelings using a variety of CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) activities, including sorting tasks and role playing.
more STEAM learning
podcast
STEAM Daydream with National Children's Museum, a podcast that elevates children’s voices and answers their biggest questions.