Puppetry Lab
Unlock The World of Emotions:
My Bag of Feelings + Feelings & Shadows Programmes.
Teaching children about emotions can feel like a very abstract subject and hard to put across. These carefully designed 6-week programmes for Year 2 and Year 4 groups allow children to experience the magic of puppets and explore their emotions in a fun and engaging environment. With various activities tailored to their specific age group, our programme helps children develop key emotional awareness and self-regulation — all while having fun!
Develop self-regulation skills.
Our programmes are specially designed to help children explore and understand their emotions in a playful way. Focusing on creativity and self-expression, they enable children to develop key emotional skills that will serve them well beyond the programme’s duration.
Enrich the curriculum creatively and effectively.
My Bag of Feelings + Feelings & Shadows offers all pupils a powerful, inclusive and cross-curricular learning experience. It also enriches PSHE, Design & Technology and English curriculum delivery. Watch children deepen their learning in different areas while having a blast!
No Child Left Behind.
Exposure to diverse art forms enhances a child's cultural awareness and instils empathy and understanding of different perspectives. We believe that every child, regardless of their socio-economic background, deserves the chance to unlock their creative potential and develop skills that will benefit them throughout their lives.
How does it Work
My Bag of Feelings: Puppetry, Poetry & Emotional Awareness Programme for Year 2 Groups
Embark on a journey into the realm of emotions with our "My Bag of Feelings" programme, where Year 2 children delve into the captivating worlds of puppetry and poetry writing. Witness the enchanting "Ophelia's Shadow Theatre," a puppetry show exploring negative emotions, and actively engage pupils in five dynamic puppetry and poetry workshops. Through engaging activities, pupils broaden their emotional awareness and cultivate essential puppet manipulation and presentation skills.
Programme Highlights
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Access Ophelia’s Shadow Theatre, a beautiful puppetry show about tricky emotions.
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Explore 8 Different Emotions. Explore eight distinct emotions—Happy, Sad, Calm, Angry, Curious, Bored, Confident, and Scared—through the creation of expressive glove puppets and the art of poetry writing.
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Craft 8 Unique Puppets. Unleash creativity by handcrafting eight puppets, each representing a different emotion, fostering a tangible connection between the children and their emotional expressions.
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Create Mini-Poetry Books. Engage in writing by creating personal mini-poetry books containing eight unique poems, providing an outlet for self-expression and reflection.
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Learn Puppet Manipulation. Acquire valuable skills in puppet manipulation, gaining insights into the art of bringing these expressive characters to life.
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Fun Learning Experience. Enhance understanding and knowledge of emotions playfully and enjoyably, fostering a positive and supportive atmosphere.
Long-Lasting Impact
As a culmination of the program, each child will receive special resources to continue their emotional exploration at home:
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My Bag of Emotions. A personalised collection of the puppets they crafted, allowing for ongoing exploration and offering a valuable resource for families to express and comprehend each other's emotions effectively.
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My Little Poetry Book. A charming booklet containing all the mini-poems created during the programme serves as a keepsake of their poetic journey.
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Video Recording. Capture the magic with a video recording of each child's favourite puppet and poem, providing a lasting memory of their creative endeavours
Feeling curious? You can check My Bag of Feelings Programme Overview & Lessons Plans here.
Feelings & Shadows: Shadow Theatre & Regulating Difficult Emotions for Year 4 Groups
Throughout this six-week journey, each engaging session spanning 90 minutes, children will delve into the captivating world of shadow puppetry and storyboarding, culminating in the staging of a mesmerising shadow theatre production. Witness the enchanting "Ophelia's Shadow Theatre," a puppetry show that delves into the complexities of negative emotions, leading to a final presentation based on the insightful children's book, "The Bag of Worries." Throughout the program, children actively participate in a series of workshops, fostering emotional intelligence, creativity, and teamwork
Programme Highlights
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Ophelia’s Shadow Theatre. Immerse in a beautiful puppetry show that navigates the nuances of tricky emotions.
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Comprehensive Shadow Puppetry Exploration. Dive into the history and various techniques of this exquisite form of theatre.
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The Bag of Worries Exploration. Playfully delve into the story, exploring ways to cope with difficult emotions.
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Crafting Shadow Puppets. Unleash creativity by handcrafting diverse puppets, each representing a unique character.
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Storyboarding. Engage in storyboarding, providing an outlet for self-expression and reflection.
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Shadow Theatre Show. Collaboratively stage a shadow theatre production.
Long-Lasting Impact
As a culmination, each child receives special resources to continue their creative exploration beyond the classroom:
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My Shadow Theatre Guide. This comprehensive, step-by-step manual ensures children enjoy a delightful and educational experience and serves as a dedicated space for recording their learning journey. Furthermore, it acts as a portable guide, empowering them to continue exploring shadows at home. Unveil the magic of shadows and keep the wonder alive with this all-in-one resource.
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My Book Of Feelings. An interactive resource for continued exploration and expansion of emotional awareness.
Feeling curious? Check out our "Feelings & Shadows Programme Overview & Lesson Plans" for more details here.