Boys and girls (ages 3 and up) who enjoy putting on puppet shows will love these Melissa & Doug kids puppets (use this link to see the Pirate shown). Each puppet wears a detailed outfit, and includes a working mouth, and wooden rod to control hand movement. You can also choose from Chef, Police Officer, Firefighter, Cheerleader, Surgeon, Construction Worker and Cowgirl puppets. And for those kids who must have a real venue for their shows, Melissa & Doug also makes a well-crafted and ornate puppet theatre. Note that it does not fold and store, and therefore, needs a permanant space in the playroom, but is a beauty and is sure to draw a crowd.