I’m not sure whether people think shadow puppets are too difficult, or it’s that muppet-type puppets are more pervasive (ie. popular), but here’s some quick links to info about shadow puppets. They’ll not only help you use my puppets/patterns, but there’s plenty here to use as a basis to create your own show or work with students and children.

Please note: I’m currently reworking a lot of my content with improved instructions and images. As such, many of the items below are not linked whilst I update them.

1. Learn what shadow puppets are.
2. Get a shadow puppet - either make your own (free pattern/video #1, free pattern/video #2, video on making joints), or buy one. Make sure you have rods!
3. Make a shadow puppet screen. You can watch me set up mine (it’s unfinished, but you’ll get some ideas) in this time-lapse video.
4. Get a light for your screen.
5. Practice with your puppet/s.
6. Store your puppet/s.
7. Clean or repair your puppet/s.