Zippy goes on a picnic
At a time when almost every game for children has been simulated so
that kids play partners are television sets or computers, Kiddies’ Camp
introduces a return to good old fashioned human interaction.
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Children at play |
Zippy the Zebra is a member of Sulochana Dissanayake’s cast of
puppets that have been featured at two of the previous Kiddies’ Camp
puppet show and storytelling workshops.
The puppets were an instant hit as was Sulochana who gave each one a
unique and captivating personality.
She draws inspiration for these characters from her travels to South
Africa as well as during her education in theatre and economics at Bates
College.
Zippy is a timid Zebra who begins to explore the world when he is met
by other animals of various natures, both good and bad. During the
puppet show, the children are invited to advise Zippy and question his
choices.
It has proved an effective medium to keep the children entertained
while instilling valuable lessons in their young minds.
This month’s Kiddies Camp will take place on January 30 between 3 pm
and 6 pm.
Tickets will be sold on a first come first serve basis, and will be
required for all children and adults who wish to gain entry to the
event. |
