This final paper is about dolls which are used in early and preschool education. Starting from the past and the very origin of dolls and their many types. The main divisions of puppets and the most famous species within these divisions are listed. They are differ by appearance, method of production, materials, size, shape and method of animation. Each doll is unique and special by itself. Although they are seemingly different, their main role is the same, to breath them life with the help of puppeteers or animators. A puppeteer can be anyone - from a child to an adult. He is a creative and imaginative being who, whit the help of his doll, can do whatever he wants. Dolls have mostly benefits in work with children of early and preschool age. They affect their overall development - social development, emotional development, encourage independence, creativity and the development of positive self-images. With dolls children feel safe. They act for them as a kind of refuge. They make them happy, comfort them and care about them. Children find it easier to open up to dolls, they communicate through them and that’s how they build relationships with adults and peers. With children and preschool teachers, dolls are also members of educational groups. Preschool teachers who use dolls in their work find it easier to get closer and get to know each child individually. Dolls help them gain children’s trust, foe easier communication about stuff and problems, but also for creating a positive and pleasant atmosphere in which every child feels important and safe.