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Rod Puppet

A rod puppet is a puppet that has sticks, or rods, attached to its arms. The puppeteer manoeuvres the rods to make the puppet move like a person. A rod puppet can be amazingly lifelike. You can make your own rod puppet or purchase one of the puppets on this page.

Come check out some of the silly and fun rod puppets I have gathered here for you to see. One of these rod puppets would be fun to give as a gift to someone you know and would be fun to receive, as well. Maybe you will find a puppet that would be perfect for someone in your life.

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How to Use Puppets

I have always loved puppets. A puppet can take upon itself an imaginary personality and can be used to explore all kinds of stories and teach all kinds of concepts. Children listen carefully to what a puppet says. Puppets can endear themselves to their listeners and so can get across a message in a useful way. Problems that would otherwise be difficult to address can be talked about effectively with the help of puppets.

But puppets are not only for teaching concepts. Puppets are whimsical and fun. Stories come alive when acted out by puppets. It's for good reason that puppets have been popular for centuries. Puppets are used all over the world to tell tales and to teach ideas.

Chef Rod Puppet

from Melissa and Doug

I purchased this rod puppet for my son who loves to cook. He has had fun playing with this puppet with his kids.
Melissa & Doug Chef Puppet

Melissa & Doug Chef Puppet

Amazon Price: $9.62 (as of 06/03/2012)Buy Now

Kanga and Roo Rod Puppets

from Winnie the Pooh

These rod puppets would be great fun for kids who love the Winnie the Pooh stories. They could act out some of the stories they've read or make up new stories with the Kanga and Roo characters.
Kanga & Roo Hand & Rod Puppets

Kanga & Roo Hand & Rod Puppets

Amazon Price: (as of 06/03/2012)Buy Now

Silly Puppets Amy

Rod Puppet

Cute girl puppet. She looks as if she has a lot to say, don't you think?
Silly Puppets Amy 25

Silly Puppets Amy 25" Rod Arm

Silly Bear Rod Puppet

Moves Arm

This bear looks a little like Fonzy -- at least I think so. He's not an official muppet, but he has that look in his eyes that makes you just wait for the goofy comment you know is coming. If you are the one manipulating this puppet, it won't be hard to get him rolling.
''Silly Bear With Arm Rod'', 28In Puppet, -Affordable Gift for your Little One! Item #DSPU-SP0002

''Silly Bear With Arm Rod'', 28In Puppet, -Affordable Gift for your Little One! Item #DSPU-SP0002

Silly Monkey Rod Puppet

Monkey Puppet

There's nothing quite like a monkey for a character. This guy would be great if you're telling a monkey folk tale.
He makes a great mimic, too.
''Silly Monkey With Arm Rod'', 28In Puppet, -Affordable Gift for your Little One! Item #DSPU-SP2004

''Silly Monkey With Arm Rod'', 28In Puppet, -Affordable Gift for your Little One! Item #DSPU-SP2004

Dalmatian Fire Dog Rod Puppet

Great for Teaching Fire Safety

Children are very receptive to safety messages when the one doing the talking is a dog. This dalmatian is a firefighter's friend and makes a great helper when teaching children about fire safety. Perfect for schools, scouts, boys and girls clubs, or anywhere where children could benefit from safety messages.

This fella can become a special friend to anyone who aspires to be a firefighter, too.
''Dalmatian Fire Dog With Arm Rod'', 25In Puppet, -Affordable Gift for your Little One! Item #DSPU-SP0004

''Dalmatian Fire Dog With Arm Rod'', 25In Puppet, -Affordable Gift for your Little One! Item #DSPU-SP0004

White Chinese Dragon Rod Puppet

Chinese Year of the Dragon

This puppet is just in time to help you celebrate the Chinese Year of the Dragon. What better time to perform a dragon puppet show than this year?
Chinese Dragon Marionette Rod White Puppet

Chinese Dragon Marionette Rod White Puppet

Albert Einstein Rod Puppet

Fun in the Classroom

Who says puppets are only for kids? Einstein's theories make more sense when they come from his own mouth.
Dr. Einstein Deluxe Full Body Puppet

Dr. Einstein Deluxe Full Body Puppet

Amazon Price: (as of 06/03/2012)Buy Now

Emu Puppet

Birds Descended from the Dinosaurs

This puppet is huge! Imagine the fun you could have with a puppet like this!
Giant Emu Puppet - Height 95cm (Working Mouth with Skwark Voicebox)

Giant Emu Puppet - Height 95cm (Working Mouth with Skwark Voicebox)

Books on Puppetry

Rod Puppets and Others

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How to Make a Rod Puppet

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Making Rotundo - a Mouth & Rod Puppet
by Braidweaver | video info

11 ratings | 2,437 views
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Using Puppets

For Education or Just for Fun

Whether you use puppets in the classroom or you just enjoy playing with them for fun, a rod puppet is a good choice for its life-like movements and all around appeal.

I hope you have found a rod puppet on this page that you like. Please leave me a comment below to tell of your experience with puppets or just to say hello.

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  • Sylvestermouse Feb 12, 2012 @ 3:39 pm | delete
    I have always loved puppets! I need that Chinese dragon puppet :)
  • BuckHawk Feb 12, 2012 @ 10:55 am | delete
    OK, now I have new gift ideas for my granddaughter. What fun we can have together. If only I could pick one. They are all so cute!
  • tssfacts Feb 11, 2012 @ 6:51 pm | delete
    I vote Amy too. She is just too much fun.
  • ohcaroline Feb 11, 2012 @ 4:29 pm | delete
    I'd have to go for Amy. She looks like a lot of fun.
  • charlino Nov 10, 2011 @ 12:16 pm | delete
    I found a lot of great puppets here. Great source for this unique type of doll.
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