Description
GREEDY DOG PUPPET FUN
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | GREEDY DOG PUPPET FUN |
| Code | SL-C4-13 |
| Activity Goal | To engage the child in creating a dog puppet and then participating in a story session about “The Greedy Dog” using the puppet. |
| Skills Developed | Creativity • Storytelling and comprehension |
Materials Needed
- Sheet with printed story and QR code
- Craft materials for the dog puppet (2 ears, 1 tongue, activity paper with fold marks)
- Glue
Step-by-Step Instructions
| Step | Instruction |
|---|---|
| 1 |
Prepare the Materials: Set up all the activity materials on a flat surface so they are easily accessible for the child. |
| 2 |
Explain the Goal: Tell the child that they will create a dog puppet, followed by an engaging story session. |
| 3 |
Get Started: Encourage the child to begin folding the puppet using the instructions on the sheet. Assist them in folding along the six marked areas. Then, help them paste the two ears onto the face and the red tongue below the dog’s face. |
| 4 |
Praise the Efforts: Celebrate the child’s creativity and hard work in making the puppet. |
| 5 |
Tell the Story: Hold the completed puppet and read aloud the story “The Greedy Dog.” Use voice modulation to make the story expressive and fun. Move the puppet as the story unfolds to make it interactive. Discuss the moral: “We should not be greedy.” |
| 6 |
Ask Questions: Test the child’s understanding by asking questions such as: “What did the dog learn?” or “What did the dog want?” |
| 7 |
Explore the QR Code: Show the child how to scan the QR code to enjoy the story with audio and visuals for better understanding. |
Greedy Dog Puppet Fun Kit