Red-Tailed Black Cockatoo Hand Puppet

Meet Squawkzilla our Red-Tailed Cockatoo Hand Puppet;

A feathery chatterbox with a flair for drama, a love of shiny things, and a knack for stealing the spotlight (and sometimes your pencil!). This bird comes fully equipped with dramatic squawks, spontaneous dances, and an uncanny ability to photobomb your best-laid plans. Watch out—if it flaps, giggles are guaranteed (and possibly a bit of chaos too).

Inspired by Aboriginal storytelling traditions, this cockatoo celebrates the joy of sharing knowledge, listening to Country, and honouring the spirits of the land. In play, children can explore how animals and birds feature in Dreaming stories, creating their own imaginative adventures while respecting the importance of story and connection.

Linked to the EYLF, our Red-Tailed Cockatoo supports:

• Outcome 1 – Identity: Children express themselves as they take on the cockatoo’s bold personality and explore their own voices.

• Outcome 2 – Connection to the World: The puppet introduces children to Australian wildlife and the significance of animals in Aboriginal stories, encouraging respect for Country and community.

• Outcome 3 – Wellbeing: Laughing at the cockatoo’s antics and joining in its dances helps children feel happy, safe, and included.

• Outcome 4 – Learning: Problem-solving, curiosity, and storytelling flourish as children decide where the cockatoo flies, what it says, and what adventures it has.

• Outcome 5 – Communication: Every squawk, chirp, and chatter supports language development, turn-taking, and sharing ideas with friends.

Perfect for group time, dramatic play, or anytime the classroom needs a burst of colour, story, and cheeky fun. Just watch your pencils—this cockatoo has sticky fingers!

Dimensions: 26cm L x 49cm H x 46cm W