THE HERDS is groundbreaking art and climate project inspiring action and reconnecting people with nature. Since 2025, herds of life-size puppet animals have swept through cities across the world, bringing audiences face to face with the climate crisis.
THE HERDS partnered with the renowned National Museum of Qatar to create an educational programme inspired by the animal puppets' journey. The programme invites children, families and educators to explore the Arabian Gulf through the eyes of the hawksbill sea turtle, with free educational and puppet-making resources, workshop plans and videos.
Bring the hawksbill sea turtle to life! Download our illustrated worksheet and follow the steps to create your very own wearable turtle backpack.
Journey through the Arabian Gulf alongside the hawksbill sea turtle. Discover its rich marine life, underwater habitats and the challenges they face.
Get creative and build your own hawksbill sea turtle! Download our illustrated worksheet and learn how to assemble your turtle sculpture using cardboard and paper.
Ready to make your turtle backpack? Follow our step-by-step video guide to assemble your turtle, from its flippers to its shell.
Journey through the Arabian Gulf alongside the hawksbill sea turtle. Discover its marine habitats, extraordinary wildlife and the challenges facing this underwater world.
Bring your hawksbill sea turtle sculpture to life! Follow our step-by-step video guide to assemble the cardboard pieces, attach the flippers and build its shell.
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"At Ukwanda, we believe puppetry has the power to bring people closer to the natural world. Through our turtle making workshop at the National Museum of Qatar, we created a space for children to learn through making, imagination and collaboration. We hope each child leaves with a greater love for nature and a sense of responsibility towards protecting it."
Founder, Ukwanda Puppets
“Through our partnership with The Herds, we aim to inspire young visitors to explore the importance of protecting marine life and our natural environment in an engaging and creative way, encouraging curiosity, responsibility and meaningful learning experiences.”
Acting Deputy Director of Learning and Outreach, National Museum of Qatar
“THE HERDS grew from a desire to reconnect people with nature through beauty and imagination. Together with the National Museum of Qatar we hope to inspire children and families by bringing the hawksbill sea turtle to life.”
Artistic Director, The Walk Productions
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