Books like Puppets by Kelly Burkholder

Name: Puppets
Author: Kelly Burkholder

This book delves into the fascinating world of puppets, from the historical roots of puppetry to modern techniques of making and performing. It explores various types of puppets, including marionettes, rod puppets, and hand puppets, providing step-by-step instructions on how to create your own simple puppets. The text also covers basic puppet-making techniques and techniques for creating puppets for puppet theaters or theater performances. The book is designed to be engaging and interactive, making it an ideal choice for young readers and learners alike.

First publish date: 2001

Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books

Authors: Kelly Burkholder

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