This paper describes puppetry and the puppet which is the principal means of expression. The puppet is distinguishable by simplicity, uniqueness and its wonderful beauty. Puppetry is crucial in working with preschool children due to its connection with creating a positive self-image, the fulfillment of needs, promotion of independence, social competence and creativity. The history of puppetry implies the puppet’s initial orientation towards adult viewer and its later reorientation towards the child. Rod puppets are a particularly interesting type of puppets which are manipulated by a wooden rod and wires. This type includes simple rod puppets which are easy for every child to make, Javanese puppets, puppets made for the shadow theatre, giant rod puppets and combinations of rod puppets. This paper is based on a description of the origin, anatomy, movement and the artistic design of the Javanese puppet which is the most famous representative of rod puppets. The process of crafting the Javanese puppet is quite complex. However, preschool teachers’ motivation form the basis for the inclusion of this type of puppets into education of preschool children. The Javanese puppet is distinguishable by its practical manipulating, while the decoration of its costume invites children to more detailed observation and play. Preschool children are particularly attached to puppets since the puppet presents a means of achieving everything that they cannot achieve in real life. Puppets help children express their points of view about the world that is around him and encourage the development of imagination and creativity. A preschool teachers ought to encourage free research, expression and proposal of unique solutions. The teacher’s engagement in activities is the foundation for children’s creativity. This paper demonstrate the process of crafting simple rod puppets and the aim of this paper is to extend the knowledge of how important it is to include puppets into preschool children's education.