What You Need
- construction paper
- wooden craft sticks
- flashlight
- hole punch
- shadow puppet patterns
- scissors
- tape or glue
What You Do
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Step 1: Download, Print, and Cut out patterns
- Download and print the animal shadow puppet patterns.
- Cut animal shapes out of construction paper. You can cut out your own shapes or use our patterns.
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Step 2: Decorate and Assemble Puppets
- Use a hole punch to give the animals eyes or a design.
- Glue or tape the animals onto the craft sticks.
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Step 3: Put on a show
Darken a room. Shine a flashlight against a plain white wall. Hold the puppets in front of the light so that they cast shadows on the wall. Act out your story with the shadows.
TIPS & TRICKS
If you can’t find wooden craft sticks, you can also use popsicle sticks or pencils.