Puppet Making (Grades K–6)
Wed., 4 – 5:30 pm
October 1 – 8 (2 weeks)
$45

Students will explore puppetry as both an art form and a powerful tool for storytelling and self-expression. Using a wide variety of materials, children will build sturdy, multi-dimensional hand puppets from the inside out. We’ll begin by creating an armature, then sculpt and design facial features, followed by sewing costumes and painting. Each puppet will come to life through personal touches such as hair, jewels, crowns, and other imaginative embellishments. Students are encouraged to bring special treasures from home to incorporate into their creations. If time allows, we’ll also design miniature matchbox puppet theaters to inspire ongoing play and storytelling beyond the classroom.

Instructor: Beth Weninger
Adams Studio, 2nd Floor
Class Size Limit: 10

Please join the Octagon this fall by making puppets in conjunction with the 2025 Puppet Power Applied Puppetry Conference at Iowa State University October 17 – 19, and in preparation for the  the Ames Community Puppet Parade.  More details to follow.