Puppets have a unique ability to break through barriers to learning. Puppets allow the operator to step ‘outside themselves’ because the ‘performance’ transfers to the puppet. Interactions between students and educators using puppets are neutral and non-threatening. This allows students to ask questions and say things they might never normally say to a teacher. Puppets are incredibly versatile, allowing people who don’t normally have confidence to feel at ease, and allowing humour into normally dry situations. A great way to enhance the learning and retention of information. Richard has created many hand puppets, string-controlled marionettes, finger puppets, full-body animal costumes and character hats. Join Richard de Hamel in a practical session where we will all make a puppet to take away and discuss and try out a variety of puppet styles. Check out one of Richard’s presentations here; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30Np7_k_sWw
