Ginger is a year-round bestselling hand puppet from The Puppet Company's ECO Sockettes range, made from 99% recycled materials. Measuring 38cm tall with bright green fabric, contrasting orange fur, and a large, friendly embroidered face, Ginger features a built-in squeaker in the tongue and a wide, expressive mouth. Suitable for children aged 18 months and above, Ginger is a vivid and versatile tool for imaginative play, storytelling, and communication development. How Ginger helps with communication and learning For children with dyslexia, speech and language difficulties, or other learning differences, puppets offer a low-pressure route into spoken language. When a child speaks through or to a puppet, the anxiety of direct communication reduces, making it easier to practise words, sentences, and ideas. Ginger's bright, expressive design draws children in naturally, and the large embroidered face gives children a clear focal point during interaction, which can be particularly helpful for children who benefit from reduced visual complexity in their learning environment. The wide mouth and built-in squeaker actively encourage voice play, sound exploration, and expressive language, supporting phonological awareness and confidence in speaking. As a confirmed bestseller in the range, Ginger has a proven track record of engaging children and adults across a wide variety of settings. Why Ginger works well in schools and early years settings Proven pupil appeal: As a year-round bestseller in the ECO Sockettes range, Ginger has demonstrated consistent appeal with children across age groups and settings, making him a reliable choice for SENCO and classroom budgets. Supports open-ended imaginative play: Ginger's character is not tied to a specific role or theme, giving practitioners maximum flexibility to use him across storytelling, circle time, emotional literacy, and intervention sessions without the need for additional props or context. Reduces communication anxiety: Puppets create a safe distance between the child and the conversation, making participation feel more accessible for reluctant speakers and children who find direct communication difficult. Outstanding eco credentials: Made from 99% recycled materials, Ginger is one of the most sustainably produced puppets in the ECO Sockettes range, making him a strong choice for schools and settings with environmental procurement policies. Suitable across EYFS, KS1, and SEND settings: With an age range starting from 18 months, Ginger works across Early Years Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1, and older SEND support groups where puppet-based activities remain a valued intervention tool. At home Ginger is equally at home on a kitchen table as he is in a classroom or therapy room. Parents supporting children with dyslexia or communication difficulties will find that a puppet as engaging as Ginger can take the pressure off reading aloud, sound practice, and storytelling activities considerably. The squeaker consistently proves popular with younger children and tends to get hesitant talkers joining in quickly. Why puppets support children with learning differences Research and classroom experience consistently show that puppets reduce anxiety around speaking and reading tasks. For children with dyslexia, the cognitive demands of reading aloud or retelling a story can feel overwhelming. When a puppet mediates the activity, children typically find it easier to engage, take turns, and experiment with language without the fear of getting things wrong. Speech and language therapists regularly incorporate puppets into structured intervention sessions, and Ginger's strong visual appeal and 99% recycled construction make him a practical, responsible choice for settings that use puppets frequently. Ready to add Ginger to your setting? Ginger the ECO Sockettes hand puppet is available now at The Dyslexia Shop. If you are buying for a school, nursery, or organisation and would like to discuss a bulk order, please contact the team directly.
