Back Puppets Tell the Story

... but you create the happy ending!
Children create a puppet show based on a familiar story with a human rights violation. The group creates a new conclusion that responds to the violation.

Type of activity

Drama with puppets, discussion

Objectives

  • To recognise human rights themes in familiar stories
  • To practise finding solutions for human rights violations
  • To have fun and work together

Preparation

  • Prepare a model puppet to use as a demonstration.

Materials

  • Puppets, dolls, or materials for making puppets (see also some ideas below in Tips for facilitators)
  • Puppet theatre or a piece of material to make a stage

 

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4-30 children 90 - 120 minutes 8-13 years
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