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Puppet Problem Solver

Help two puppets solve a tiny problem.

Best moment: Quiet play
⏱ 20 minSetup: lowEnergy: quietNoise: quietMess: noneAdult: togetherPlayers: solo, siblingsindoor🦁 Toy animals
Safety first

Responsible adult supervision is required. Check materials and space, and stop if the child becomes uncomfortable. See our full safety policy.

How to play
You’ll need
  • Puppets or socks
  1. 1Act out one simple sharing or finding problem.
  2. 2Choose puppets.
  3. 3introduce problem.
  4. 4try a solution.
  5. 5finish story.
  6. 6switch roles.
Make it easier
Adult narrates and child chooses solution.
Level it up
Add a second scene showing what happens next.
Safety note
Avoid tight bands, loose buttons or decorations on sock puppets.
Don’t have it?

Swap ideas: Use toy figures, paper puppets or hands.

No materials at all? Tell the problem verbally without puppets.

Finish the play

Cleanup cue: Place puppets in a basket.

About 2 min to tidy up.

👧🧒 Sibling variation

Each child voices one puppet.

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