Folkmanis’ low-tech puppet innovation adds a new dimension to puppetry in 2006 with the introduction of the pull-ring animator, a patent-pending device inserted into puppets that gives them a more realistic appearance with a very simple finger movement. Measuring 20" long, the Elephant is a majestic pachyderm that incorporates the animator to lift and move the trunk to give this mini-version of the jungle's biggest beast very realistic motion. Designed with realistic touches, ultra-soft micro-fiber fabric, and a movable mouth this iParenting Media Award-winning elephant is super-soft and super-squeezable.

New in 2005 is the Nursery Rhyme Finger puppet Set that brings five great value based lessons and 12 puppets together at an affordable price for teachers and parents. Familiar nursery rhymes have been developed into stories that teach values. The stories include Mary, Mary Quite Contrary that instills the value of work, The Old Woman in a Shoe, which is about helping others, Hey, Diddle, Diddle, which is about talents, Miss Muffet, which instills the value of being content, and Insy Weensy Spider which is about perseverance.

A hand painted and expertly detailed finger puppet with legs, this little fairy will entertain children in the car, the train or any time of the day. It can also be used to enliven the child’s favourite story. The head is made of beechwood, the legs of maple. Her clothing is made from all natural materials.

This colourful Jester marionette stands about 10 inches tall. He is wearing the traditional marionette hat and clothes in traditional colors. His skeleton is made of wood. His face and hands are cast. Notice his shoes are carved from wood as well. All clothes are hand-made.

This dragon (or more accurately 3 headed hydra) marionette is about 18 inches long from the tail to the head. Its head is made from a unique plaster-like compound. The neck and body are wood and the boxed weight is approximately 2.2 lbs.

Aurora World Inc.’s Talking Lamb Chop Puppet has won iParenting Media’s 2005 Greatest Products Award. Adults and kids alike can bring Lamb Chop to life with this adorably cute, life-like puppet. Talking Lamb Chop says nine phrases including, "What's your name?" and "I really need a hug." Floppy ears and flirty eyelashes add to the overall appeal of this lovable lamb.

Furry fun with these realistic and flexible hand puppets. Designed for the smaller hand. Sparks the imagination for hours of interactive play. Themes included are the lion, chimp, bear and wolf. Suggested retail is $13.00

Catch me if you can! This mouse is asking for it. Lucky for him, these cats seem more amused than agitated with the antics of little Sonic, (who comes attached to the basket with a cord).

This 14" hand puppet is one in a collection designed to help teach children about the roles of various public servants in society. The puppets range from 11" to 15" in height. Also available are a fireman and a doctor.

Puppets and marionettes are intriguing for all ages, as well as educational. Educational?
— Well, a pirate opens up the fascination of history, sailing, oceanography, literature and just good fun playacting. It also can begin a lesson on acting, entertainment and the Renaissance. A marionette is an encyclopedia of unschooling information.
— These wooden marionettes are skillfully dressed for creative, imaginative play. They are approximately 15 inches tall, excluding the strings. The marionette comes in a window presentation box.
— “My son and I spent a whole day playing games, making up stories, and at one point, we even read part of Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island … the marionette playing all the pirate parts while Danny and I did the voices. Arrgh,” explained Susan Kentac of Marin, Calif.

Ten Little Dinosaurs features 11 finger puppets and one board book. Ten of the finger puppets are dinosaurs and one is the paleontologist. This product has won numerous awards. It was named to the Publishers Weekly Top 10 List, won the Children´s Choice Award - 1st Place, and was a Colorado Book Award Winner and Dr. Toy Award Winner.

Puppet Partners merges pre-recorded puppet plays on compact disc with puppets, presenting delicate subjects to children from preschool age up to middle school.

Barnyard Boogie combines a book and a puppet in one product by featuring book puppets. The book has a velour outside and latex inside for easy cleaning. Kids open the book and slide hands into the hole on every page, matching the animal to the sound it makes.

Combining storybooks with finger puppets and an audio book on compact disc, Joy Stories encourages imagination and positive psychology. Believe In Yourself is a story of a sea turtle that struggles to overcome obstacles to reach the ocean from its sandy nest. This story models the skills children can use to overcome obstacles in their own lives.

Packaged in a transparent handle bag, this set includes a book, finger puppets, stand-up story props and a two-sided theater backdrop. The company has two titles, "The Frog Prince," which comes with a two-sided puppet (on one side the frog, on the other the prince), and "Cinderbear." The books are wonderfully illustrated, with an emphasis on the visual as opposed to the textual. Children are encouraged to use the puppets to act out the story contained in the books, using imagination, voices and movement to bring these classic tales to life.

Standing 15” tall, this lifelike marionette has a full range of professional motion. It has a hand-carved wooden skeleton and wears real leather shoes, while the face and hands are cast out of a unique plaster-like compound, then meticulously hand painted. Special touches include wire rimmed glasses, a stethoscope, character-giving wrinkles and fingernails. All clothes are hand-sewn. [Note: This manufacturer is located overseas.]

13” moving mouth, rod arm puppet. Puppet has inner lining. High quality sewing. Durable material and foam.

The rods will come with the puppets. Ralph Sparkle is a great professional beginner puppet. You will want to also get the Treetop Puppet Stage to go with the Sparkle family!

13” moving mouth, rod arm puppet. Puppet has inner lining. High quality sewing. Durable material and foam.

The rods will come with the puppets. Judy Sparkle is a great professional beginner puppet. Get the Treetop Puppet Stage to go with the Sparkle family!

13” moving mouth, rod arm puppet. Puppet has inner lining. High quality sewing. Durable material and foam.

The rods will come with the puppets. Mildred Sparkle is a great professional beginner puppet. You will want to also get the Treetop Puppet Stage to go with the Sparkle family!

13” moving mouth, rod arm puppet. Puppet has inner lining. High quality sewing. Durable material and foam.

The rods will come with the puppets. Richie Sparkle is a great professional beginner puppet. You will want to also get the Treetop Puppet Stage to go with the Sparkle family!

A great puppet to use for Ventriloquism. Henry is very soft 18” puppet that will delight young and old.

You´ll love this charming rabbit puppet in its home, a black magician´s hat. This character does not have a moving mouth, but is designed to have expressive arm motions. It is great as a silent ventriloquism partner. Detailed ideas for using this puppet are found in "Realm of the Rabbit," available separately.

This puppet stage comes with 5 sets:

• Includes Police Station Scene,
• Fire Station Scene,
• Grocery Store Scene,
• Health Scene, and
• School Room Scene.

On the Stage each scene attaches with Velcro and is laminated to make it easy to clean with a damp cloth. The scenes lend themselves to helping with creative learning about Health, Safety, Reading, and Fun. Meets child safety codes.

Dimensions sitting on the floor are 40 x 50-1/2 x 10 inches. For added height, the Tree Top Puppet Stage can be placed on a table. It folds down flat and fits into an oversized box 42 x 2 x 41 inches.

Chick Duck is 14” and is a favorite of everyone.