Mental Health and Neurodiversity
Interactive Puppet Shows
These 30-minute interactive puppet shows about animals on Old MacDonald’s Farm introduce age-appropriate mental health and neurodiversity concepts.
Old MacDonald Had A Farm
And on his farm he had some animals that had traits of anxiety, ADHD, and autism.
Developed in consultation with early childhood mental health professionals, these show walk audiences through mental wellness strategies and honestly and sensitively show strengths and challenges in a neurodiversity affirming way.
Now Available for your Library, Organization or Community
There are multiple ways to bring these shows to your library, organization or community:
Our cast of professional actors are available year round to do any of the shows. Book a show
Our casts of youth performers do tours of certain shows at certain times of the year. Join our mailing list to get updates.
We can work with a cast of youth from your community to rehearse and perform one of the stories. Learn more here.
Fluff, the Duckling Who Wouldn’t Swim
A story about anxiety
Fluff the Duckling has a lot of intense worries and fears about going in the pond. Mama Duck patiently helps Fluff understand that the scary jumping fish and pond weed are actually something to be excited about.
Curly, the Autistic Sheep
A story about autism
The flock’s BAAA-ing really hurts Curly’s ears. When she runs away, Old MacDonald introduces her to an autistic Rooster and autistic Donkey who show her it’s OK to advocate for what you need.
Sparky, the Dog Who Loved to MOVE!
A story about ADHD
Sparky is really excited for the first day of Sheepherding School. When the typical ways of learning and herding don’t work for him, Coach Alice and Sparky collaborate to find new ways of herding play to his strengths.
The program was wonderful.
The young actors, the language of the subject matter, and the music was highly appropriate for my group of young learners.
It was fun and engaging for the adults as well.
Preschool Teacher
Logistics
Performances are 30-minutes long. Classes will be given a puppet making activity that students can do afterwards.
Due to the interactive nature of the performance, the ideal audience size is no more than 60 children plus their accompanying grown ups.
Discounts are available for scheduling multiple (up to five) performances in one day.
The performance works best in a smaller setting like multi-purpose rooms, library meeting rooms or storytime spaces, or empty classrooms. Cafeterias, gymnasiums, and large theatres are less ideal.
Let’s Talk!
Interested in finding out more about scheduling an Interactive Puppet Show at your library, organization, or community? Please fill out our Contact Form, and we’ll be in touch shortly.