by dlcasas on July 14, 2010
7-9-10 Eliana and Dianne dance The Little Brown Girl at the Olla Cultural Center
Friends:
Eliana and I ended our summer tour in Lasalle Parish, another of our favorite library systems. We go there every year. Andrea Book and Donna Estis have become close friends. I adore those women! Our first show was at the Olla Cultural Center. It’s a great space because it’s made for performances and it has space to accommodate a small crowd. Of course, we had a ton of fun!
7-9-10 Audience members learn to use poi balls at the Olla Cultural Center
Our last show was at the main library in Jena, Louisiana. It was great to see fans who come to our show every year. We love coming to Lasalle Parish! Besides the great people, we also love shopping at the Caboose!
7-9-10 Everyone dances the Hukilau in the show's finale, Lasalle Parish Library in Jena, Louisiana
It was another great summer in Louisiana Libraries! Eliana and I say “Mahalo!” (Thank you) and “Aloha!” (Farewell).
Until next time…
Warmly, Dianne
by dlcasas on February 3, 2010
2-3-10 Dancing to world music with Ms. Robinson's PK
Friends:
Today was my fifth day at Strehle Elementary in Avondale, Louisiana doing my Story Fest residency. My first class was Ms. Short’s first graders. Oh, they were such a sweet and fun group. This was my second visit and they were so excited to see me and hugged me as soon as I walked in the door. I told them the story of “Sody Sallyraytus” and they loved it. Afterwards, we danced to jazz and Mardi Gras music. We even did a second line. Ms. Short even gave me a gift when I left the class – a candied pretzel. Yum!
2-3-10 Telling Sody Sallyratus to Ms. Short's happy first graders
It was then on to Ms. Robinson’s pre-K class. The students were all waiting for me in a quiet circle. It was my first visit and I told them the story of Madame Poulet and Monsieur Roach. They cracked up every time I said, “Monsieur Roooooooach.” They also loved singing and dancing with me.
2-3-10 Telling Madame Poulet & Monsieur Roach to Ms. Robinson's pre-K class
My next stop was Ms. Badeaux’s second grade class. It was my second visit and again, the students were so excited to see me. They gave me a big group hug. Then I noticed all the marvelous Mardi Gras floats created from shoe boxes. So cool!
2-3-10 Mardi Gras Shoebox floats from Ms. Badeaux's second grade class
I told the story of Sody Sallyraytus and taught them about alliteration. Then we did some “word whizzling,” making new words out of a long word. We used the words “Sody Sallyraytus.” Together, we found 26 words!
2-3-10 Ms. Badeaux's second graders concentrate on creating new words out of Sody Sallyraytus
I moved on to Ms. Walter’s 5th grade homeroom in Ms. Walker’s class. It was our third and last classroom visit and we rehearsed their story, “The Ant and the Grasshopper.” This class is so good. They really have their act together.
2-3-10 The storytellers of The Ant and the Grasshopper in Ms. Walter's 5th grade class
All the storytellers rehearsed without a script and the story chorus totally rocked. I loved watching them in action. I am so excited about seeing them perform!! They are going to be phenomenal!!
2-3-10 The story chorus of The Ant and the Grasshopper in Ms. Walter's 5th grade class
After lunch, I visited Ms. Hervey’s first grade grade class. Again, there were cool shoe box Mardi Gras floats. I love this Saints Who Dat Nation float, in honor of the Saints making it the Super Bowl. 
2-3-10 The Who Dat Nation Shoe Box Mardi Gras float from Ms. Hervey's first grade class
It was my second visit so I told the story of “Sody Sallyraytus.” They really enjoyed the story and after the story was finished, they kept asking me to re-enact the characters. Then we danced to Mardi Gras music with scarves and second-lined around the room. It was fun.
2-3-10 Ms. Hervey's first graders open their big bear mouths and take a big bear bite in the story, Sody Sallyraytus
Next, I visited Ms. Creecy’s 4th grade class. The students did a good job with their story, “The Tortoise and the Hare.” We did a few run-throughs and once the storytellers learn their parts, the story will be perfect. I love the story chorus with the pencil beat done by Angel. We even had other teachers stopping in to see what all the fun was about! Ms. Creacy’s class’ story chorus is so catchy! I can’t wait for performance day.
2-3-10 Ms. Creacy's 4th grade story chorus jams out in The Tortoise and the Hare
My last class was Ms. Johnson’s third grade class. The students did a nice job rehearsing their story, “The Frog and the Ox.” I love the multi-faceted parts of the story chorus. There are dancers and two “back-up” lines. They are using scarves and the result is stunning. The storytellers are learning their parts and tried hard to practice without a script today. Since this was our last rehearsal, the storytellers need to work on their lines so they can present a cohesive performance with their story chorus. Still, I love what the students have done with this story. They were fantastic!
2-3-10 Ms. Johnson's 3rd grade story chorus in formation for The Frog and the Ox
Being with the students today was uplifting and wonderfully restorative, after all that I have been through the past couple of days with my dad (who is recovering now). I love my work!
Until next time…
Warmly, Dianne
by dlcasas on January 28, 2010
1-28-10 Ms. Clausing's kindergarten class delights in the story, Madame Poulet & Monsieur Roach!
Friends:
Today was my fourth day in residency at Strehle Elementary in Avondale, Louisiana, doing my Story Fest story theater activities. It was Pajama Day and teacher and students were dressed in the cutest jammies! My first class was a special ed Pre-K class. I told the story of “Mr. Wiggle and Mr. Waggle” and did movement with scarves to world music. They did very well, moving to the music with their scarves.
1-28-10 Working with Ms. Davis' PK Special Ed
My next class was Ms. Jones’ kindergarten class. The kindergarteners loved the story of Madame Poulet and Monsieur Roach. They were singing and dancing to the song and had a blast. Afterwards, we explored world music through scarves. It was a fun visit. I love the wonderment of the children when they are that young!
1-28-10 Telling Madame Poulet and Monsieur Roach to Ms. Jones' kindergarten class
When I arrived at my next kindergarten class, Ms. Clausing’s little students were sitting on the carpet, criss cross applesauce, waiting for me. They were so quiet – until I started telling Madame Poulet and Monsieur Roach. They loved Madame Poulet’s voice and antics. They laughted themselves silly. Then we danced with the scarves.
1-28-10 Ms. Clausing's kindergarten class dances La Morenada, creating butterflies, with scarves
Next, it was on to fifth grade to see Ms. Williams’ students. The students rehearsed their story, “The Lion and the Mouse.” It took a while to figure out a beat for the story chorus, but once they did, it was great. Unfortunately, we ran out of time and were unable to rehearse the story in its entirety. Fortunately, I have another visit with their class scheduled for next week.
1-28-10 Ms. Williams' 4th grade storytellers rehears their part
After lunch, I visited Ms. Mauer’s first grade class for the second time. As soon as I walked in, they said, “Mr. Roach” in that “roachy” sounding voice. This time, I told the story of Sody Sallyraytus and they loved it. We culminated with creative movement and dance to jazz music. Talk about a good time!
1-28-10 Ms. Mauer's class dances with scarves
Then it was on to Ms. Till’s class. The class is very large and very chatty. Today, they were really into talking amongst themselves in little groups and it was a challenge to settle them down. There are some self-control issues and I had to send one of the girls outside in the hall to “check” her attitude. When we finally were able to work, the class did a good job coming up with a fun story chorus and beat for their rap. There are a lot of creative students in Ms. Till’s class; they just lack self-discipline. With a firm hand, I was able to guide them through the entire story. It still needs to be polished. Thank goodness we have another class visit before our performance. I did have some outstanding students in the class – storytellers who learned their parts by heart. There were 2 boys and a girl. I gave them a special treat: an autographed bookmark.
1-28-10 A student in Ms. Till's third grade tells his part of the story without his script
My final class of the day was Ms. Johnson’s third grade class. When I walked into the room, the students were in their seats with their scripts on their desks, ready to work. It was such a pleasure working with this group of students. The last time I went into their class, they were a little rambunctious. But this time, they were so different! They were a model class. Four of the boys told me that they worked together outside of class to create a dance for the story chorus. It was awesome and I am so excited about what this class is going to do! There is expressive storytelling, rapping, a beat, and a fully choreographed routine. While I guided the students, they really came up with all the ideas. It was a delight to end my day in Ms. Johnson’s class. To reward them for their good work, I gave them all Madame Poulet bookmarks. Thank you, Ms. Johnson’s class, for this happy grin I am wearing today! You did a phenomenal job!
1-28-10 The story chorus in Ms. Johson's 3rd grade class POPS!
I am off on Friday and Monday. I was supposed to be taking a trip to New York for a conference. Circumstances changed and I am not going. However, I am taking a professional development class on Saturday in New Orleans. I look forward to returning to Strehle. The students and staff of Strehle are so wonderful. I love working with this school!
1-28-10 Ms. Creecy's 4th graders take time for a group pajama picture
Until next time…
Warmly, Dianne
by dlcasas on December 18, 2009
12-17-09 5th graders make string figures
Friends:
Today was a big day at Bissonet Plaza Elementary. It was the 9th day of my Handmade Tales residency and my 3rd through 5th grade classes performed in a grade level Story Fest celebration. I saw all of the grades during their P.E. period. First was 5th grade. Ms. Brumfield’s class performed “The Pesky Skeeter” with string.
12-17-09 Ms. Brumfield's 5th graders perform The Pesky Skeeter with string
Then students from Mr. Joyce’s class performed the draw and tell story of “The Emperor’s Drazgon.”
12-17-09 Students from Mr. Joyce's 5th grade class perform The Emperor's Dragon
Last but not least, Ms. McLeod’s class performed “The Magic Star,” a cut and tell tale. I was so proud of this class because my storyteller from this group told the story without a script! It was such a pleasure to teach 5th grade this year! They were such a delightful group of students. To reward their hard work, I gave all the students string and taught them the double star string figure. Yay 5th grade!
12-17-09 Ms. McLeod's 5th graders perform The Magic Star
After a planning period break, pre-K came in. I told them the story of “The Mouse’s Wedding” and they loved the story with the little mice made of bandanas.
12-17-09 Performing The Mouse's Wedding for Pre-K
3rd grade was a lot of fun. They did a great job performing their stories. Ms. Fury’s class performed “The Girl Who Used Her Wits,” a cut and fold tale.
12-17-09 Students from Ms. Fury's 3rd grade class perform The Girl Who Used Her Wits
Mr. Boone’s 3rd grade class performed “Mr. Wiggle and Mr. Waggle,” a story that needs nothing more than your hands to tell the tale! Ms. Arnett’s class had two students to represent them. They told the cut and tell story of “Papa’s Teepee.” Alex, the storyteller, forgot his script and I didn’t have a copy so he told the story from memory! He did an absolutely magnificent job. I was completely impressed. It wasn’t just a couple of lines. It was the entire story!
12-17-09 Dianne with students from Ms. Arnette's 3rd grade class who performed Papa's Teepee
Ms. Frechette’s 3rd graders performed “The Ugly Duckling” with towels. It was precious!
12-17-09 Ms. Frechette's 3rd graders perform The Ugly Duckling
Eliana, my 9 year old daughter, came with me. She comes to Bissonet every year for one day and the students love her! She was such a big help! In fact, she took almost all the pictures I am using in this blog! She helped me with some draw and tell tales and even told stories by herself! Definitely a storyteller’s daughter! I love you, Eliana! Thank you for everything!
12-17-09 Dianne's daughter, Eliana, draws Pile It on the Pie a Mile High
Here is Eliana telling “Mr. Wiggle & Mr. Waggle” while I demonstrate the story.
12-17-09 Eliana tells the story of Mr. Wiggle & Mr. Waggle while Dianne demonstrates
With Kindergarten through 2nd grade, I told stories including “The Mouse’s Wedding,” a handkerchief tale.
12-17-09 Performing The Mouse's Wedding for 2nd grade
I even taught the 2nd graders a partner game from Singapore called “The Pearl.”
12-17-09 2nd graders learn a partner game from Singapore
Unfortunately, I missed taking pictures of 4th grade because all the cameras we brought (3 of them!) either ran out of memory (from the videos we took) or ran out of battery and I didn’t have the charger! I am so sad!! 
But my 4th graders did a PHENOMENAL job, especially Ms. Morrow’s class who put their all into their performance. I was awesome!!
12-17-09 Dianne performs for kindergarten
Tomorrow is my last day at Bissonet. I will be performing a holiday show for all the grades!
Until next time…
Warmly, Dianne
by dlcasas on December 18, 2009
12-16-09 Ms. Morales' 4th grade class turns April showers into May flowers
Friends:
It was my 8th day of my Handmade Tales residency at Bissonet Plaza Elementary in Metairie, Louisiana. In the morning, I went into the teacher’s lounge and left them a big surprise. I decorated the lounge for Christmas with table runners and centerpieces. I also gave the teachers and staff a huge basket filled with gourmet coffee, syrups, tea, cocoa, chocolate, cookies and other treats. The school recently redecorated their lounge in rich colors of dark chocolate, red, and caramel. They call it “Cafe’ Bissonet.” So I themed my gift to go with their new cafe’.
12-16-09 Office staff, Donna & Tammy, with the basket of goodies Dianne made for Cafe' Bissonet
My instructional day began in 4th grade with Ms. Morales’ class. After creating books from the story, “The King’s Advisor,” we rehearsed their story, “April Showers,” for their performance on Thursday. They did a great job. There are so many creative students in this class!
12-16-09 A student in Ms. Morales' 4th grade class with his flower from the story, April Showers
After that, I had a break and got to visit with my best friend, Author & Children’s Musician Johnette Downing, who performed for the lower grades. Johnette and I rarely see each other because of our hectic schedules so it was so nice to see her again! I love you, Johnette!
12-16-09 Dianne de Las Casas with her best friend, Johnette Downing
My next class was Ms. Lemoine’s 1st grade class. I told “The Stubborn Turnip” with string and they loved the story. Then we made the 6 page books from the story, “The King’s Advisor.”
12-16-09 Telling stories in Ms. Lemoine's 1st grade class
In Ms. Vizzini’s 2nd grade class, they listened to “The Stubborn Turnip” and were awed by the trick in the string story. Afterward, we made 6 page books from a single sheet of paper. They wrote such cute little stories in their books.
12-16-09 A student in Ms. Vizzini's 2nd grade class creates a book
In Mr. Boone’s 3rd grade class, we made the 6 page books after I told the story “The King’s Advisor.”
12-16-09 Instructing students in Mr. Boone's 3rd grade class
Then we rehearsed their story, “Mr. Wiggle & Mr. Waggle” for their performance on Thursday.
12-16-09 Rehearsing Mr. Wiggle & Mr. Waggle with students in Mr. Boone's 3rd grade class
My last class was Pre-K. I told “Going on an Elf Hunt” and the story came out so cute!
12-16-09 Telling stories in Pre-K
Later that night, I went to the Bissonet Faculty and Staff Christmas party at Seymour’s in Harahan. I had a blast hanging out with all the teachers and staff of Bissonet! Thank you for inviting me, Nancy Morales (4th grade teacher)! You rock!
12-16-09 Paula Naugle, 4th grade teacher, and Dianne de Las Casas at the Bissonet Christmas Party
Another great day at Bissonet!
Until next time…
Warmly, Dianne
by dlcasas on October 25, 2009
10-24-09 Dianne, Eliana & Fan
Friends:
I had the pleasure of being the storyteller at Terror on the Teche at the Shadows on the Teche Plantation in New Iberia, Louisiana. The event was sponsored by the Iberia Parish Library. Shadows on the Teche is an old plantation with its own graveyard! The spooky tales were on the grounds of the plantation. Too cool!
10-24-09 The audience at Terror on the Teche
I had a blast telling funny, spooky and creepy ghost stories. I was so excited to see my friend, Cheryl Robichaux and her little princess, Savannah. I met Cheryl’s husband and his children too. What a beautiful family! Savannah and Caroline came on stage to help me with some magic… “Bloop! I’m awesome!” (Those were the magic words that Caroline and the audience came up with. Too funny!)
10-24-09 Dianne on stage doing magic with Savannah and Caroline
Eliana, my 9 year old daughter, ran around, taking pictures. It was so dark and difficult to get really good pictures with my digital camera but here’s one of me telling a spooky story. Thank you so much, Eliana! You are wonderful and Mommy loves you!
10-24-09 Telling a spooky story
It was such a fun event and I can’t wait to do it again! Here is a picture of me and Eliana with Kristy Rose and Gail Garcia with the Iberia Parish Library. Gail is the director of the library system. They are such a marvelous team and afterwards, we ate at Duffy’s, a 50s diner in New Iberia with delicious diner dishes!
10-24-09 Kristy Rose, Dianne de Las Casas, Gail Garcia & Eliana
Before we left the grounds, Eliana said I had to take a picture of the graveyard. And what is that spooky orb in the picture? A ghost? Who knows…
10-24-09 The Graveyard at Shadows on the Teche Plantation
Eliana and I loved our brief but fun visit to New Iberia. Afterwards, I had to head back to New Orleans to catch a 6:15am flight to Chicago. Thank you to Gail, Kristy, Cheryl, Acadiana Lifestyles magazine, and everyone who came to Terror on the Teche. Have a spooktacular Halloween!
Until next time…
Warmly, Dianne
by dlcasas on September 14, 2009
Eliana and Antonio playing Fairytale Frenzy 9-14-09
TOGETHER TIME ACTIVITY: PLAYING GAMES!
Games are a great way to bring people together. Games are also a great way to teach teamwork, discipline, cooperation, initiative, strategy, and good sportsmanship. Here some ideas.
* Organize a monthly family game night.
* Pull out favorite board games you played as a child and teach them to your children. Classics like Monopoly, Scrabble, Checkers, Chess, Sorry, Yahtzee, Life, Battleship, Chinese Checkers, Clue, and Connect Four.
* For younger kids, play simpler games like Candyland, Chutes & Ladders, Mouse Trap, and Hungry Hungry Hippo.
* Engage in hilarious games that use the body like Twister and Charades.
* Group games are tons of fun. Try Catch Phrase, Pictionary, and Balderdash.
* Check out the book Great Games by Matthew Toone. http://storyconnection.net/blog/2009/09/14/book-review-great-games-by-matthew-toone/
* Card games are great for critical thinking, strategy and thinking on your feet. Try Go Fish, Slap Jack, Gin Rummy, Old Maid, Crazy Eights, PIG or DONKEY, Battle, and Cheat!
* Outdoor group games are perfect for picnics and family get-togethers. Try Duck Duck Goose, Red Rover, Red Light Green Light, Hide and Seek, Freeze Tag and Dodge Ball. Not only are they fun – they are great exercise too!
* Moms, try playing hand games with your kids. “Down by the Riverside,” “Welcome to McDonald’s,” “Numbers,” and “Apple on a Stick” are fun ways to pass the time at the doctor’s office or any time you have to wait with your kids.
* You can also try your hand at creating your own board game or card game. In my family, we love to play a game I created called Fairytale Frenzy. You can even play Creepy Crawly Card Games based on my children’s book, Madame Poulet & Monsieur Roach. http://www.storyconnection.net/?content=madamePoulet Scroll to the bottom to print out instructions and the creepy crawly cards.
* Next year, my book, Stories on Board: Creating Board Games from Favorite Tales, will be published by Libraries Unlimited. It will provide parents and teachers with a technique to turn a favorite story into a fun board game!
Note: The above commercial board games are registered trademarks of their respective companies.
There are so many great games you can play with your kids. Together time is fun and games!
Until next time…
Warmly, Dianne
by dlcasas on August 31, 2009
Eliana with Love Coupons 8-31-09
TOGETHER TIME ACTIVITY: CREATING LOVE COUPONS
Have fun creating “Love Coupons” for your kids. Give them the coupons as rewards for a job well done or just because you love them. Using 3X5 index cards, create a series. Be sure to decorate with simple pictures, cut outs from magazines, or stickers. Here are some ideas:
This coupon is good for…
* Staying up an hour past your bedtime.
* Choosing the radio station or CD in the car the next time we’re on a trip.
* Your choice of a favorite meal (pizza, spaghetti, fried chicken, PB&J sandwiches, pancakes, whatever you like)
* You and I baking a batch of your favorite cookies together.
* A family slumber party. We’ll camp out on the floor in the living room watching your favorite movies.
* Your choice of the game on Family Game Night.
* A trip to the ice cream parlor for you and two of your friends.
* A trip to the bookstore for a new book or family game.
* An “Unbirthday” Cake, complete with candles… You can even make a wish!
* A night of stargazing with me. We’ll lay in the backyard and identify the constellations (on a clear night).
* Ooey, gooey, S’mores roasted over the barbecue pit.
* A $5 treat at the store (no candy or junk food).
* A homemade ice cream sundae with chocolate syrup, whipped cream AND sprinkles!
* A tea or cookie party with your favorite friends (stuffed animals or 2 real friends). I’ll bring the tea and/or cookies.
* A treasure or scavenger hunt with a cool prize. The whole family will join you.
* A picnic at the park. I’ll make the sandwiches.
* A day at the roller rink. I’ll even attempt to skate!
* A watercolor painting session. You and I will create marvelous masterpieces.
* A reading of an extra book at bedtime. I’ll even make all the character sounds. Roar!
I could go on and on. The list is as limitless as your imagination! Put the cards in a paper bag and let your child pick one randomly. Don’t wait for a special occasion either. Surprise your children just because you love them and want to spend “Together Time” with them!
Until next time…
Warmly, Dianne
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by dlcasas on August 23, 2009
Family Story Starters
Together Time: 20 Family Story Starters
By Dianne de Las Casas
Children love hearing stories about their parents’ and grandparent’s childhoods. It is a great way to connect with your children and create “Together Time.” Having a hard time mining those childhood memories? Try these story starters, for starters!
1. The most embarrassing thing that ever happened to me as a child was..
2. The funniest thing that ever happened to me as a child was…
3. Do you want to hear a story of adventure? When I was a kid, I used to…
4. The scariest moment I ever had as a child was when…
5. See this scar? You’ll never believe how I got it…
6. My favorite place to visit as a kid was _______. Let me tell you about it…
7. You’ll never believe this but when I was a kid, I was quite a trickster. Once, I…
8. I remember the first time I lost my tooth (learned how to ride a bike, got my first shot, any childhood “firsts”).
9. As a child, my favorite pet in the whole world was ________. He was the best ________ ever! We used to…
10. When I was in ________ grade. My best friend was ___________. We did everything together. Once…
11. My favorite teacher was __________. In her class, we…
12. You want to hear a story about your aunt/uncle? He/she used to get into so much trouble! Once…
13. One of my favorite memories as a kid was when my team won the ________ game! It all started when…
14. When I was a kid, I could never go anywhere without (favorite toy or blanket). One time…
15. When I was a kid, I won a (spelling bee, achievement award, essay contest, etc.). I couldn’t believe it…
16. When we were little, my family used to go camping. Once…
17. My favorite holiday was when…
18. You want to learn a game? When we were kids, we used to play… (Tell the story and follow-up by teaching a childhood game: hand rhyme, jump rope rhyme, jacks, marbles, Chinese jump rope, outdoor game, paper fortune teller, etc.).
19. My favorite cartoon as a kid was ________. I love watching it because…
20. My favorite book/story as a child was _________. It was a story about…
Until next time…
Warmly, Dianne
by dlcasas on July 28, 2009
Madame Poulet, Monsieur Roach & Friends puppets w Dianne
Friends:
To accompany our newest book, Madame Poulet and Monsieur Roach, Marita Gentry (illustrator) and I have created printable puppets you can use to enhance story time! Here is the link where you can print the puppets – http://www.storyconnection.net/?content=madamePoulet. The puppets came out so cute. Here are the instructions.
Madame Poulet & Monsieur Roach puppets (other roaches are hiding behind Madame Poulet's back)
Madame Poulet chicken puppet
Materials:
Madame Poulet puppet pattern
http://www.storyconnection.net/?content=madamePoulet
Small paper plate
Jumbo craft stick
Construction paper in four colors
Directions:
Cut Madame Poulet from the pattern provided. Don’t forget her feet. Trace a child or adult’s hand on four different colored sheets of construction paper. Cut out the hands. Glue the chicken to the paper plate. Glue the jumbo craft stick to the back of the paper plate (bottom of the chicken). Glue the chicken feet to the bottom of the chicken. Position hands behind the chicken’s head and attach with glue, creating feathers. Done!
Madame Poulet, Monsieur Roach & Friends puppets
Monsieur Roach & Friends Puppets
Materials:
Monsieur Roach & Friends puppet pattern
http://www.storyconnection.net/?content=madamePoulet
Card stock
Black glove (you may use any inexpensive dark glove – gardening gloves work well)
Chenille sticks in blue, red, orange, yellow and green (2 sticks each color)
Hole punch
Hot glue
Directions:
Print out the roaches on card stock. Cut out the roaches. Punch holes where the dots indicate on each roach, being careful not to get too close to the edge of the roach. Create antennae, arms and legs, threading the chenille through the holes. Curl antennae by wrapping the chenille around your finger or a pencil. Hot glue roaches to the glove. The largest roach, Monsieur Roach, is blue and brown and should be glued to the thumb of the glove.
Alternatively, you may also glue each of the roaches to small craft sticks so that the roaches could be played by multiple children or adults.
Find the puppet script here!
http://www.storyconnection.net/activities/mpmr/MadamePoulet_MonsieurRoachPuppetTheaterScript.pdf
Watch the book trailer here!
http://www.storyconnection.net/?content=videos
As Monsieur Roach says, “Laissez les bon temps rouler! Let the good times roll!”
Until next time…
Warmly, Dianne
