Emotion Puppet Play
Children use simple puppets to express emotions and act out short scenarios. Through pretend play and discussion, they begin to recognize, communicate, and respond to different feelings.
Materials
Simple puppets (store-bought or homemade)
Optional: small props or fabric pieces
Instructions
Introduce a puppet and model a simple feeling, like happy or sad.
Invite children to use a puppet to show a feeling.
Encourage children to act out short, simple scenarios.
Talk about what the puppet is feeling and why.
Invite children to share or respond to each other’s ideas.
Learning Benefits
Supports emotional expression through play
Builds early communication and storytelling skills
Encourages imagination and role play
Promotes social interaction and idea sharing
Infant & Toddler Adaptations
Offer a simple puppet and model basic emotions through voice and movement. Allow children to explore holding and watching while you name feelings and respond to their reactions.