Social Script Puppet Workshop
Create simple puppets and use them to act out specific, challenging social scenarios (e.g., asking for help, handling a change in routine, greeting a friend).
- Takes
- 1–2 hr
- Your setup
- 30 min prep
- Ages
- Ages 6–10
- Mess
- No mess
- Cost
- $
- Where
- Indoors
How to do it
- 1First, construct the puppets together, making sure each puppet has a distinct character.
- 2Read the social script aloud, modeling clear voice tones and appropriate body language.
- 3Practice the scene several times using the puppets, allowing the child to control the puppet that has the easier lines first.
- 4Discuss what the puppets did well and what they might try next time.
What they're practising
- Social Skills Practice
- Role-Playing
- Verbal Communication
- Perspective Taking