101 Hand Puppets

101 Hand Puppets
Author: Richard Cummings
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 161
Release: 2012-07-25
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0486156176

This entertaining how-to book, with its simple, step-by-step instructions, makes it easy to create every kind of puppet imaginable — from such handkerchief varieties as Spook-a-boo the Ghost (made with a simple twist of the wrist) for beginners and Flak J. Frog for performers at the intermediate level, to such special figures as a Box of Demons for advanced puppeteers who want to expand their cast of characters. A host of charming little personalities lead the way, among them such "instant" puppets as Bagdad, the paper bag gremlin; the Matchbox Monster, Spoonerella, and Carrie Carrot; "rainy day" puppets that include Robert Robot, Little Miss Muffet, Perky Pup, and Gordo the Wizard; professional puppets such as Pat the Policeman, Bird McDermitt, Klondike Kitty, Honk Kong, the Ape; and dozens of other delightful figures. Scripts for three plays as well as simple designs for stages and props are included, allowing performers of all ages to put on their own shows and have fun bringing their creations to life.

Hand Puppets

Hand Puppets
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 200
Release: 1969
Genre: Hand puppets
ISBN:

Directions and diagrams for making various types of puppets, dressing and handling them, setting up a stage, and writing and producing one's own show. Includes three puppet plays.

Dressing the Naked Hand

Dressing the Naked Hand
Author: Amy White
Publisher: Familius
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015-06-09
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781938301131

Dressing the Naked Hand is for anyone interested in the art of puppetry. Teachers, amateurs, and even professionals will find new ideas and inspiration in the designs created by this trio of puppet enthusiasts. Includes trade secrets, tips, and how-to’s on puppetry unlike anything that has been published before. Puppets aren't just for looking at; they are for doing, and as we found out, they have a mind of their own. This one-of-a-kind how-to is not only an invaluable resource for the puppet artist, but a joy to read. From tongue-in-cheek humor to outright laugh-out-loud hijinks, this book teaches and tells the real story—from a puppet’s point of view. And, while the full-color and detailed how-to and finished puppet illustrations give you most of what you need, if you choose to read the text, well . . . it’s worth your time.

An Introduction to Puppets and Puppet-making

An Introduction to Puppets and Puppet-making
Author: David Currell
Publisher:
Total Pages: 79
Release: 1996
Genre: Puppet making
ISBN: 9781856278799

For what must be one of the most creative and satisfying of crafts, Puppets and Puppet-Making provides the perfect introduction to the art as well as the means for mastering the more complicated skills and subtle effects.

Puppet Mania!

Puppet Mania!
Author: John Kennedy
Publisher: North Light Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2004-01-06
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781581803723

Explores the amazing world of puppetry. Learn how to make 13 cool puppets, then bring your creations to life.

Making Puppets Come Alive

Making Puppets Come Alive
Author: Larry Engler
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 196
Release: 1997-01-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780486293783

"The best book on hand puppetry we've seen." — The Whole Kids Catalog. Lucid, easy-to-follow book teaches beginners how to create a full working range of puppet motions and emotions. Also covers elements of good puppet theatrical technique: voice use and synchronization, stage deportment and interactions, improvisation, simple staging, lighting effects, and more. All clearly explained and beautifully illustrated.

The Ultimate Sock Puppet Book

The Ultimate Sock Puppet Book
Author: Tiger Kandel
Publisher: Creative Publishing International
Total Pages: 147
Release: 2014-09-15
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1589237935

Offers tips, tricks, and techniques for making animal sock puppets, from an elephant and a monkey to a bat and a lion.

Hand Puppets

Hand Puppets
Author:
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 194
Release: 1989-01-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0486261611

Directions and diagrams for making various types of puppets, dressing and handling them, setting up a stage, and writing and producing one's own show. Includes three puppet plays.

10-minute Puppets

10-minute Puppets
Author: Noel MacNeal
Publisher: Workman Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2010
Genre: Puppet making
ISBN: 9780761157144

Step-by-step instructions explain how to create simple puppets that can be made with everyday materials in ten minutes or less.

Practical Puppetry A-Z

Practical Puppetry A-Z
Author: Carol R. Exner
Publisher: McFarland
Total Pages: 280
Release: 2005-09-08
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 0786415169

Puppetry is an exciting, flexible, malleable art form that can engage the creative forces of children or adults. Puppets can not only tell a story, they can be used to enhance the curriculum, present an idea or a concept in a compelling way, or teach any number of necessary skills. Children and adults presenting a puppet play are given a sense of their own inventive power. This reference work offers an A to Z view of working with puppets. It covers everything from the basic strategies of advertising and marketing puppet productions, to assembling the puppets out of household materials such as paper bags, cereal boxes, or gloves, to the more elaborate sculpting of armatures. Stages, curtains and props are also discussed along with the history of puppetry. Numerous illustrations give a visual of many of the finished products. This work concludes with an annotated bibliography and index.