Insects and Bugs - Finger Puppet Set

These finger puppets are perfect for storytelling and imaginative play. They can be used to create invitations to play and serve as a reminder that these insects and bugs play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of our ecosystems. This delightful set features a range of familiar mini-beasts, carefully handcrafted to capture the charm and importance of these tiny creatures. Whether it's a busy bee, a clever caterpillar, a fluttering butterfly, or a helpful ladybird, each puppet is designed to spark curiosity about the natural world. Beautifully made using sustainable materials by skilled artisans, these puppets are not only engaging but eco-conscious. They encourage children to explore insect life through creative expression, enhancing both scientific understanding and imaginative thinking. Ideal for early years educators, this resource supports lessons on lifecycles, habitats, pollination, and environmental responsibility. These puppets are a valuable tool for combining play with purposeful learning, supporting cross-curricular links between science, literacy, and art. Lightweight and durable, they are also perfect for puppet shows, nature-themed displays, or small world play. Their friendly design helps children overcome common fears about bugs, promoting respect for all living things.

Educational Benefits

• Promotes knowledge of insect life and ecosystems through hands-on exploration.
• Enhances oral language and vocabulary development via storytelling.
• Encourages empathy and appreciation for the natural environment.
• Supports fine motor skills and hand coordination through puppet play.

Classroom Ideas

• Create a mini puppet theatre for students to act out insect life cycles.
• Use puppets in science units to introduce pollinators and decomposers.
• Pair each puppet with a fun fact card for a literacy and science centre.
• Encourage students to write a short play featuring their favourite bug characters.

Information

• Suitable for ages: 3+ years
• Puppet height: Approx. 9-11 cm each
• Set includes: Multiple insect finger puppets (e.g. bee, butterfly, caterpillar)
• Material: Ethically handmade from natural wool fibres