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by Robin Ulbredtch
04/01/17
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Puppet Stage Distraction

Another challenge with preschoolers became apparent when the children noticed a puppet stage was stored in our classroom. The puppet stage was constructed as a wooden box with three sides that were painted in bright colors, and the fourth side had a large window with a curtain hanging down over it. The curtain could be moved around as the puppets put on their presentations in the window stage. The puppet stage leaned against the wall of the room when it wasn’t being used.

As soon as the children came into the room, the puppet stage became a big challenge. The children made a game of trying to sneak into the puppet stage and hide from me during class. However, they quickly gave themselves away when the puppet stage started moving around or they would begin giggling from inside of the box. Rarely did they manage to hide without me finding out.

Another challenge came when the puppet stage nearly tipped over on a few of the children one day. The children were getting a little carried away with their activity inside the stage, causing it to lean forward and nearly tip over. Thankfully, I was close by, and told the children to stay away from the puppet stage so they wouldn’t get hurt.

In conclusion, be aware of any movable furnishings in your classroom and have them either moved into a different room or tack them down. If children can move them, rest assured they will try. Always be on the lookout for furniture fallout so children in the classroom do not get injured. If possible, do not store unused furnishings in rooms where children attend classes. This is an accident waiting to happen--more furniture fallout.