At 50 inches long, Folkmanis’ Bookworm puppet is the perfect companion for book lovers and garden dwellers. It’s a friendly earthworm, with adorable glasses, intricate ring-like segments, and a  moveable mouth for discussing gardening tips and book recommendations.

This puppet is perfect for interactive play that fosters language, social-emotional skills, and a love of reading. Each Folkmanis puppet has a captivating story about the creature. These stories create an instant connection between children and the puppet and often ignite pretend play and storytelling.

Bookworm lives in Mrs. Polliver’s garden, is an obvious plant and soil expert, regularly requesting compost, mulch, and more water for the tomatoes… but also loves to visit the library. The story introduces young readers to the joys of reading and lifelong learning.

Puppets are incredibly effective tools for building language skills in young children. They are encouraged to create and narrate their own stories or retell the story of the Bookworm, which strengthens their vocabulary, sentence structure, and narrative skills. Puppet play also offers a low-pressure environment where children can practice speaking and listening, which can be particularly helpful for shy kids or early language learners.

The Bookworm Puppet is also ideal for helping children navigate social-emotional concepts. When children use the puppet to act out different scenarios, they’re able to safely explore a range of emotions and practice empathy. They can role-play situations, like making friends at the library or sharing a favorite book, which helps them learn valuable social skills and explore emotions such as curiosity and kindness.

The Bookworm Puppet by Folkmanis is a charming, educational toy that combines storytelling with hands-on play, supporting language, social-emotional development, and a love for reading. Its engaging design, combined with the delightful story offers rich opportunities for language practice, social learning, and bonding between children and caregivers.

Available at Folkmanis