Grab ‘n’ Go: Finger Puppets

Finger puppets are unique because fingers are used for legs and other movable parts. Once made, the puppets can continue to be used.

The second page of the PDF has a couple samples to try. Feel free to create your own finger puppets.

Tools:

• Scissors
• Pencil
• Templates, second page of PDF

Materials:

• Markers, crayons, etc.
• Magazine, chipboard or heavy cardstock
• Glue

Steps:
Puppet — Print the templates on the next page or create your own puppet from a magazine page glued to a piece of chipboard.

Finger holes — If your puppet doesn’t already have holes defined for fingers, use a penny or dime to draw around and cut out.

The finger holes should be placed where it is logical to have movement like arms, legs and trunks (elephants).

Decorate — Decorate the puppet as desired.