Narg is an alien-inspired ECO Sockettes hand puppet from The Puppet Company, made from 99% recycled materials. Measuring 38cm tall, Narg features three embroidered eyes, brightly coloured antennae, and an unmistakably out-of-this-world character alongside a built-in squeaker in his tongue and a wide, expressive mouth. Suitable for children aged 18 months and above and loved by adults too, Narg is a standout in the ECO Sockettes collection and one of its most distinctive and memorable characters.

How Narg 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. Narg's alien character is particularly powerful for sparking imagination and narrative - children naturally want to explain who he is, where he comes from, and what he wants, which creates a rich, self-motivated context for language development that feels like play rather than work.

The wide mouth and built-in squeaker encourage voice play, sound exploration, and invented language, supporting phonological awareness and confidence in speaking. Narg's three eyes and antennae make him genuinely unique in a collection of puppets, and children who find it difficult to engage with more conventional characters often respond particularly well to a character this distinctive and unexpected.

Why Narg works well in schools and early years settings

• Exceptional stimulus for imaginative storytelling: Narg's alien design immediately invites questions - Where is he from? What does he eat? What does he think of our world? These are precisely the kinds of open-ended, child-led questions that drive rich spoken language and narrative development, making him especially effective for children with dyslexia who benefit from high-interest, self-motivated communication contexts.
• Supports science and space themes across the curriculum: Narg's alien character ties naturally into science, space, and fantasy topics across EYFS and Key Stage 1, giving him dual value as both a communication tool and a curriculum stimulus.
• Engages children who find conventional puppets less compelling: His three eyes and antennae make Narg genuinely different from anything else in a typical puppet collection, which can be particularly effective for children who need a strong novelty hook to engage with communication activities.
• Reduces speaking anxiety: Puppets create a safe distance between the child and the activity, making participation more accessible for reluctant speakers and children with learning differences.
• Outstanding eco credentials: Made from 99% recycled materials, Narg is among the most sustainably produced puppets in the ECO Sockettes range, making him an excellent choice for schools with environmental procurement policies.

At home

Narg is just as effective at home as he is in school. Parents supporting children with dyslexia or communication difficulties will find that his alien character can make storytelling and language activities feel like an entirely different kind of game. Children who resist conventional reading or communication activities often engage readily when an alien is involved, and Narg gives them a vivid, memorable character to build stories around session after session.

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 demands of reading aloud or retelling a story can feel overwhelming. When a puppet mediates the activity, children find it easier to engage, take turns, and experiment with language without fear of getting things wrong. Self-motivated, high-interest storytelling - exactly what Narg's character tends to inspire - is particularly well evidenced as an approach for supporting children with dyslexia. His 99% recycled construction makes him a responsible, durable choice for settings that rely on puppets regularly.

Ready to add Narg to your setting?

Narg the ECO Sockettes alien 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.

• Made from 99% recycled materials: One of the most sustainably produced puppets in The Puppet Company's ECO Sockettes range, supporting environmentally responsible purchasing for schools and families.
• Built-in tongue squeaker: Encourages interactive play and draws children into vocal and communication activities naturally.
• Wide expressive mouth: Supports voice exploration, sound play, and storytelling, making Narg a practical tool for speech and language work.
• Distinctive alien character design: Three embroidered eyes and brightly coloured antennae - one of the most unique and memorable characters in the ECO Sockettes range, with strong appeal for children drawn to science, space, and fantasy themes.
• Dimensions: Height 38cm x Width 14cm x Length 13cm.
• Materials: 99% recycled knitted textile fabric.
• Age suitability: Suitable for children aged 18 months and above; appropriate for adults in professional and therapeutic settings.
• What's included: 1 x Narg ECO Sockettes alien hand puppet.
• Brand: The Puppet Company
• SKU/MPN: PC007035

• What is the Narg ECO Sockettes puppet?
  Narg ECO Sockettes is a 38cm alien-inspired hand puppet from The Puppet Company, made from 99% recycled materials. He features three embroidered eyes, brightly coloured antennae, a friendly face, and a built-in tongue squeaker, and is suitable for children aged 18 months and above. Narg is one of the most distinctive characters in the ECO Sockettes collection.
• How does the Narg puppet help children with dyslexia or communication difficulties?
  The Narg ECO Sockettes puppet helps children with dyslexia and communication difficulties by creating a self-motivated, high-interest context for language development. His alien character naturally prompts children to ask and answer questions, invent stories, and describe his world, which drives rich spoken language without the pressure of a formal activity. The wide mouth and squeaker make voice play engaging and low-stakes.
• What age is the Narg ECO Sockettes puppet suitable for?
  The Narg ECO Sockettes puppet is suitable for children aged 18 months and above. He is used by early years practitioners, Key Stage 1 teachers, and SEND support staff, and is equally appropriate for adults using Narg in a therapeutic or professional context.
• Is the Narg puppet suitable for classroom or school use?
  Yes, the Narg ECO Sockettes puppet is well suited to classroom use. His alien theme makes him a natural stimulus for imaginative storytelling, science and space topics, and open-ended questioning activities, as well as circle time, literacy interventions, and speech and language support sessions.
• Is the Narg ECO Sockettes puppet eco-friendly?
  Yes, Narg is made from 99% recycled materials, placing him among the most sustainably produced puppets in The Puppet Company's ECO Sockettes range. He is an excellent choice for schools and settings with environmental or sustainable procurement policies.
• Can the Narg puppet be used in speech and language therapy?
  Yes, hand puppets including the Narg ECO Sockettes are used by speech and language therapists and SENCOs to support children with communication difficulties. Narg's unusual, alien character is particularly effective for children who need a strong novelty hook to engage with communication activities, and his design often draws in children who respond less readily to conventional puppet characters.
• How big is the Narg ECO Sockettes puppet?
  Narg measures 38cm in height, 14cm in width, and 13cm in length. This size makes him comfortable to fit over an adult hand and visible enough for group storytelling and classroom activities.
• Does the Narg ECO Sockettes puppet have a squeaker?
  Yes, Narg has a built-in squeaker in his tongue. The squeaker encourages interactive play and adds to his out-of-this-world character, making him particularly effective at drawing children into vocal and communication activities.