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Bouncy Puppets

These unique puppets are as fun to make as they are to play with!

What You’ll Need

Construction paper
Scissors
Glue
Markers, crayons and other art supplies
Rubber band

Instructions

1. Cut out a puppet's body from the construction paper. Experiment with different shapes, such as circle, oval, square, etc.
2. Cut arms and legs, making them at least twice longer than normal.
3. Fold the arms and legs back and forth like an accordion. Glue onto the puppet's body.
4. Decorate the puppets with markers, crayons and other art supplies.
5. Punch hole on top of the puppet. Loop a rubber band through the hole and hang.
6. Pull gently on the puppets to make them bounce.

Submitted by Leximom

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