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product_id: 50344733
title: "The Puppet Company Handa’s Surprise Paperback Book and Finger Puppet Set (Girl, Monkey, Ostrich, Zebra, Elephant, Giraffe, Antelope, Parrot, Goat & Red Velvet Zip-Top Storage Bag with Clear Window)"
brand: "the puppet company"
price: "VT29924"
currency: VUV
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "The Puppet Company"
url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/50344733-the-puppet-company-handa-s-surprise-paperback-book-and-finger
store_origin: VU
region: Vanuatu
---

# Velvet zip-top storage bag Enhances imaginative role-play 9-piece interactive puppet set The Puppet Company Handa’s Surprise Paperback Book and Finger Puppet Set (Girl, Monkey, Ostrich, Zebra, Elephant, Giraffe, Antelope, Parrot, Goat & Red Velvet Zip-Top Storage Bag with Clear Window)

**Brand:** the puppet company
**Price:** VT29924
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎉 Unlock imagination with every puppet and page!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** The Puppet Company Handa’s Surprise Paperback Book and Finger Puppet Set (Girl, Monkey, Ostrich, Zebra, Elephant, Giraffe, Antelope, Parrot, Goat & Red Velvet Zip-Top Storage Bag with Clear Window) by the puppet company
- **How much does it cost?** VT29924 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/50344733-the-puppet-company-handa-s-surprise-paperback-book-and-finger)

## Best For

- the puppet company enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted the puppet company brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Organized & Stylish:** Red velvet zip-top bag with clear window keeps playtime clutter-free and visually appealing.
- • **Bring Stories to Life:** 9 vibrant finger puppets let kids act out every scene, boosting creativity and engagement.
- • **Perfect Gift for Growth:** Combines beloved storybook with puppets—ideal for birthdays, holidays, and developmental milestones.
- • **Early Learning Powerhouse:** Supports fine motor skills, language development, and social interaction from 12 months+.
- • **Quality Crafted in the UK:** Durable, child-friendly materials from a trusted family-owned brand ensure lasting fun.

## Overview

The Puppet Company’s Handa’s Surprise set pairs the classic storybook with 9 colorful finger puppets and a luxe velvet storage bag, designed to foster early childhood development through storytelling, role-play, and fine motor skill enhancement. Crafted in the UK with durable, child-safe materials, this all-in-one educational toy is perfect for children aged 12 months and up, making it a standout gift that blends learning with endless fun.

## Description

The Puppet Company’s Handa’s Surprise Paperback Book and Finger Puppet Set is a wonderful gift for young children, combining the beloved story by Eileen Browne with a set of interactive finger puppets. This engaging and educational set brings the story to life, helping children develop their imagination, fine motor skills, and role-playing abilities. Featuring 9 adorable animal puppets—including characters like Monkey, Ostrich, Zebra, Elephant, Giraffe, and more—children will love acting out the scenes, making learning fun and interactive. The set comes with a red velvet zip-top storage bag with a clear window, making it easy to organize and store the puppets after playtime. Additionally, a printed postcard is included to illustrate the book and the characters, developing the educational value and play experience. Each puppet is crafted with care from friendly materials, ensuring durability for hours of play. Designed in the UK by a family-owned business, this set not only promotes learning and development but also fosters a connection to quality craftsmanship. A great gift for birthdays, Christmas, or any special occasion, the Handa’s Surprise Book and Finger Puppet Set guides early childhood development and provides endless fun.

Review: Great product and good value! - Great product and good value for money. Delivery was good.
Review: Handa’s surprise - Love the quality of the finger puppet characters. Used to make a story sack for school. Kids love how they can interact with the story.

## Features

- FUN, ENGAGING STORY & LEARNING TOOL - Introduce children to the famous Handa’s Surprise story by Eileen Browne, combined with a set of interactive finger puppets. A great way to encourage imaginative play, fine motor skills, and learning development, this set makes a wonderful gift for birthdays or Christmas.
- INCLUDES 9 ADORABLE FINGER PUPPETS - The set comes with 9 finger puppets representing the characters in the story: Girl, Monkey, Ostrich, Zebra, Elephant, Giraffe, Antelope, Parrot, and Goat. These fun puppets are a great way for children to bring the story to life while developing role-playing skills.
- VELVET STORAGE BAG & POSTCARD INCLUDED - Keep everything organized with the red velvet zip-top storage bag, featuring a clear window for easy viewing. Also included is a printed postcard that illustrates the book and characters, making storage and playtime fun and educational.
- PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS - Includes one Handa’s Surprise paperback book and 9 finger puppets. Puppets are designed to be representative of the characters, not exact replicas. The red velvet bag measures approximately 8.5” by 9” and keeps all items secured for easy storage.
- MADE WITH CARE & QUALITY MATERIALS - Designed in the UK by a family-owned business, our finger puppets are made from friendly materials. Each puppet is crafted for durability, offering hours of interactive play and promoting developmental skills for young children.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00IAOL1AG |
| Age Range Description | Kid |
| Best Sellers Rank | 52,028 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) 49 in Finger Puppets |
| Brand | The Puppet Company |
| Brand Name | The Puppet Company |
| Country Of Origin | China |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 25 Reviews |
| Is Assembly Required | No |
| Item Weight | 0.88 Pounds |
| Item weight | 0.88 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | The Puppet Company |
| Manufacturer Part Number | BS500038 |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 12 Months |
| Material | Polyester |
| Material Type | Polyester |
| Maximum Age Recommendation | 1190.0 |
| Minimum Age Recommendation | 12.0 |
| Model Number | BS500038 |
| Number of Pieces | 9 |
| Number of pieces | 9 |
| Set Name | Handa’s Surprise |
| Size | Miniature |
| Theme | Animal |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |
| character | Handa, Akeyo |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** The Puppet Company
- **Material:** Polyester
- **Theme:** Animal
- **Item weight:** 400 g
- **Number of pieces:** 9
- **Cartoon character:** Handa, Akeyo
- **Assembly required:** No

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product and good value!
*by M***H on 5 May 2026*

Great product and good value for money. Delivery was good.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Handa’s surprise
*by G***D on 1 June 2019*

Love the quality of the finger puppet characters. Used to make a story sack for school. Kids love how they can interact with the story.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Bought these for my year 1 class. They used ...
*by K***S on 3 May 2016*

Bought these for my year 1 class. They used the puppets for role play and just for general play in their golden time. Will definitely be getting more puppets from the puppet company!

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu*
*Store origin: VU*
*Last updated: 2026-06-06*