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Puppet Planet: The Most Amazing Puppet-Making Book in the Universe [Paperback]

John Kennedy (Author)
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Book Description

Publication Date: April 26, 2006

There's a whole new world of puppets out there!

In Puppet Planet, John Kennedy offers you the insight, tips and trade secrets that only a professional puppeteer can. Learn how to make 12 brand new puppets, then learn how to perform with them! Discover professional staging techniques, as well as ways to make the puppets come alive for your audience.

Look inside to:

  • Create the muscle laden, but amazingly soft, Stuffed Strongman
  • Craft the delightfully sweet Pillow Buddy
  • Build Professor Foaman, the smartest puppet on Puppet Planet
  • Make the Shoe Box Monster, a fellow with a surprise hidden inside
  • Plus so much more!
With variations for every puppet, tips, new techniques, complete material lists and easy to use patterns, you'll be ready to perform in no time! Peer behind the curtain with Puppet Planet and discover a world waiting to delight, amaze and thrill.

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About the Author

John Kennedy has worked with the Jim Henson Company for more than thirteen years. He's also worked on Sesame Street, The Wubbulous World of Dr.Seuss, Animal Jam, Jack's Big Music Show and more. John lives in Orlando, Florida.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 80 pages
  • Publisher: North Light Books (April 26, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1581807945
  • ISBN-13: 978-1581807943
  • Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 0.2 x 11 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #57,960 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.5 out of 5 stars
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“ It's a great companion to Kennedy's other book Puppet Mania. ” Closet Puppeteer  |  6 reviewers made a similar statement
“ Just got this book and am so happy with it, i practically ran online to write a review. ” Kate Burrascano  |  5 reviewers made a similar statement
“ I like the step by step method with great pictures. ” Rosa Whitehorn Smith  |  1 reviewer made a similar statement
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Let the Puppet making begin! December 17, 2006
By Nia VINE™ VOICE
Format:Paperback
John Kennedy has really out done himsef with this book. There is an overwhelming wealth of ideas and techniques included. Not to mention step-by-step detailed instructions and colorful photos to walk you through it. This book would be great for a budding puppeteer, teacher,or anyone interested in arts and crafts. Of all the puppet books I have viewed, this one would be in my top 5 to recommend.
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A great guide July 24, 2008
By Gaelon P. Morris
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Like most of the people looking up this book, and books like it, I have been a Muppet fan for as long as I can remember. The idea of making puppets has been an interest for almost as long. Now that I have my own children this is as good a time as any and this book is a great place to start.

I bought this book, Puppetmania (also by John Kennedy), and the Foam Book and would suggest all of them to beginning (and maybe even seasoned) puppet makers. Between the three books very little information is repeated and all of it is informative.

This book, specifically, not only covers hand puppets but some rather fun projects that can be done with the kids, including the spoon frog and the shoebox monster.

So, if you are a parent looking for puppet projects to do with the kids, an amateur looking to get started, or a puppet vet looking to for something different then it is well worth checking this book out.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing!!! May 28, 2009
By Kate Burrascano
Format:Paperback
Just got this book and am so happy with it, i practically ran online to write a review. it's exceptionally well-written, and loads of fun to read through. many different options and ideas, fun pictures and excellent instructions. the techniques are entirely professional yet easy to do and understand. love it love it love it!!!!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Buen precio
Tiene muy buenos tips para hacer titeres en casa y jugar un rato con los hijos. Tiene buenos acabados y es claro en sus explicaciones.
Published 3 months ago by PIRACO
4.0 out of 5 stars Unique puppet fun
This is a really colorful and fun puppet book with ideas for unique puppets. The instructions are straightforward , but you need a bit of craft or artistic talent to make the... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Linda
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice Book!
Just got my book in the mail. This is such a fun book to read. Kennedy gives you the basics when it comes to puppet making. The book is full of fun ideas on how to get started. Read more
Published 14 months ago by betty
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Starting Place for Puppets
This is a great starting place to learn about puppet making.
There are good clear instructions. I like the step by step method with great pictures. Read more
Published on September 10, 2010 by Rosa Whitehorn Smith
3.0 out of 5 stars No as good as I expected
The boook is very colorful, but you must have to must to enlarge 200 times the pattern to be able to use it. Read more
Published on July 14, 2010 by icanizares
5.0 out of 5 stars Puppet Planet
This is a well written book for adults and children.It has wonderful designs that anyone with just a a few houehold items can make their own cast of puppet characters. Read more
Published on May 19, 2010 by Donald L. Jones
4.0 out of 5 stars Lots of puppets
Another helpful book if you want variety when making puppets. These patterns can easily be adapted to personalize your group. Read more
Published on March 31, 2009 by W. Sue Morgan
4.0 out of 5 stars review of puppet making book
I bought this book for my husband. He is the local fire Chief in our town. He wanted to make a dragon puppet for fire prevention week to help teach the children about fire. Read more
Published on February 11, 2009 by A. Leemon
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful basic puppet book
This book is worth its cover price just for the pattern for the foamman puppet which allows you to cut two foam rubber puppet heads economically out of one block of foam. Read more
Published on February 4, 2009 by Closet Puppeteer
3.0 out of 5 stars Was disappointed.
This book is well illustrated and has some cute puppets, but they are not really what I would call "professional" puppets. Read more
Published on January 31, 2009 by Jeff E. Dumas
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