Sterntaler Hand Puppets
Classic “Punch puppets” are not only a wonderful pastime and a valuable activity for children; they can also have a positive effect on their child’s development affect. This is how your little one develops their communication skills which allows them to imagination encourage. The Hand Puppet play can provide your child with lots of fun, allowing them to express their creativity and explore. Sterntaler offers you a variety of Hand Puppets, so there is something for every taste: In our range Sterntaler Hand Puppets include popular animal Hand Puppets such as a horse and crocodile, as well as classic puppet-theater Hand Puppets such as Punch, the police officer, and fairy-tale characters such as the witch.
Tip: If your child is still small, it is best to choose our Sterntaler children’s Hand Puppets back – they fit small children’s hands perfectly and do not slip.
playing Punch and Judy theater – and other creative possibilities
Hand Puppets are ideal children’s toys and for putting on puppet shows. They are versatile versatile and offer many ways to play. When playing with Hand Puppets little ones can slip into different roles and bring their favorite characters to life with their hands. They can let their imagination let their imagination run free and get creative.
Whether in the children’s room:
- in classic performances in a Punch and Judy theater with the obligatory Punch puppet,
- when using the Hand Puppet as a comforting friend as a cuddling or
- during typical puppet playby reenacting everyday situations, such as going grocery shopping or visiting their grandparents
… or in kindergarten:
- where they can, similar to therapy puppets that can be used to help little ones cope with fears in a child-friendly way (e.g., doctor’s visits can be reenacted; take a look at our Sterntaler doctor and nurse figures), or
- as educational supportto teach little ones everyday things in a playful way, such as saying “please” and “thank you”.
Throughout this, your child’s communication skills are developed playfully and their active play is encouraged. You can engage your child in stories experience storytelling by immersing themselves in self-created fairy-tale worlds during play.
Hand Puppets: which product is suitable for which age?
It is possible to for every age of your child:
- from birth:
Here, as a parent use the Hand Puppet to evoke positive emotions in your child or even elicit their first emotional responses. Our Sterntaler Hand Puppets are designed for this purpose: their size is ideal for an adult’s hand suitable.
For example, our friendly Hand Puppets such as a goose or raven are particularly suitable for your little one.
- from age 2:
Your little treasure can now take on their first roles and actively to play with. When buying, it is therefore better to choose a smaller figure so that it fits your child’s hand well.
- from age 3 and up:
By kindergarten age, children often already have personal interests developed – so why not choose your child’s favorite animal or fairy-tale character to play with? Characters such as pirate and robber, witch and princess can inspire your adventurous little one to create exciting stories.
Buying Hand Puppets – how do you make the right choice?
Another thing to consider when choosing your puppet theater figures is comfort of the Hand Puppet. Our Sterntaler Hand Puppets
- are made from soft, cuddly plush from head to toe plush,
- are therefore comfortable and gentle on the skin,
- are made of washable materials,
- are of high quality and high-quality processed.
You can conveniently and easily order and pay for our products at affordable prices in the Sterntaler® online shop. We offer you various secure payment options, such as payment by invoice or via PayPal.


















