They help to bring alive their imaginations. Stories will help to mold ideas. The child cannot determine between what is real and what is a story. Those who are teaching the intellectually impaired should use a great deal of visual aids. Talking alone will not give a clear picture to the mentally handicapped.
Children can cut figures from magazines to make their own visual stories.
Puppetry is also great for the handicapped child. It helps them to become members of a group and to adjust socially to other children. With the use of puppets, the child can take on a new identity. Puppetry can also help the teacher to understand any of the child's behavior problems. The puppets can be used to tell a story, sing a song, or even get a child to cooperate.