• Front cover of How To Make Your Sock Talk. A beginner's guide that teaches kids how to make a puppet talk, by ventriloquist Jimmy Vee.
  • Back cover of How To Make Your Sock Talk. A ventriloquism book for kids, by author and ventriloquist Jimmy Vee.
  • Feature page from How To Make Your Sock Talk. Learn ventriloquism for kids in ten easy steps, by Jimmy Vee.
  • Reader review of How To Make Your Sock Talk. A kids ventriloquism book about making a sock puppet talk, by Belly Laugh Books.
  • Reader review of How To Make Your Sock Talk. A step by step puppet book for kids, by author Jimmy Vee.
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How To Make Your Sock Talk: A Beginner's Guide To Ventriloquism

How To Make Your Sock Talk: A Beginner's Guide To Ventriloquism

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Grab a sock and let’s make it talk.

Ventriloquists and their puppet partners have won the world’s largest talent shows, headlined in Vegas, and performed for sold-out stadiums.

Now you can learn the secret to this unique and magical art — and all you need to start is a simple sock.

In these pages, you’ll discover how to create a sock puppet partner of your very own and make it talk without moving your lips in just ten simple steps.

Ventriloquism is a fun way to build self-esteem, bolster confidence, and help kids express themselves in ways they never could before.

This engaging picture book, illustrated by former Disney animator Peter Raymundo, brings a fresh approach to teaching the art of ventriloquism and puppetry.

Learning ventriloquism enhances concentration, improves communication skills, boosts creativity, increases confidence, and develops discipline. Plus, it’s a great ice breaker!

Perfect for ages 5–10 | 32 pages | Hardcover | By Jimmy Vee, Illustrated by Peter Raymundo

New to it? Start with the free sock puppet videos and printables.

Illustrated by Peter Raymundo.ISBN 9780985478247.

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Questions parents ask

How do you teach a child ventriloquism at home?

How To Make Your Sock Talk is the only children’s book that teaches ventriloquism step by step. In ten simple illustrated steps, kids learn how to make a sock puppet and make it talk without moving their lips. Former Disney animator Peter Raymundo’s illustrations make every step crystal clear. Kids as young as 7 can follow along independently, and parents find it just as fun to learn alongside them.
What is the best ventriloquism book for kids?

This is it — there is literally no other comprehensive ventriloquism book written specifically for children. That’s why it has won the Purple Dragonfly Award, the Eric Hoffer Award (Finalist), the President’s Book Award, and the Best Indie Book Award. It has also earned praise from Terry Fator (America’s Got Talent Winner), Jay Johnson (Tony Award Winner), and Jack Williams (America’s Got Talent Top 5). They’re the biggest names in ventriloquism all agree this is the book they wish existed when they were learning.
What are unique birthday gift ideas for kids who love performing or magic?

How To Make Your Sock Talk is one of the most unique and genuinely skill-building gifts you can give a kid who loves performing. Unlike a toy that gets forgotten, ventriloquism is a skill that builds confidence, self-expression, and creativity, and all you need to start is a sock. America’s Got Talent winner Terry Fator called it “incredible” and said it could be “a huge influence on the next generation of vents.”
What do you need to start learning ventriloquism as a kid?

Just a sock. That’s the starting point, and the book walks you through everything from there. No special equipment, no expensive supplies — just a sock and this book.
Is this book good for kids with dyslexia or reading challenges?

Yes — that’s one of the things that makes it exceptional. Tony Award winner Jay Johnson, who is dyslexic, said it’s “much more accessible for those of us who are reading challenged” because of how clearly Peter Raymundo’s illustrations carry the instructions. It’s a book that works for kids at every reading level.
Who illustrated How To Make Your Sock Talk?

Peter Raymundo, a former Walt Disney animator who worked on Mulan, Lilo & Stitch, and The Princess and the Frog. The illustrations are detailed, expressive, and genuinely fun to look at, which is exactly what you want when you’re learning a new skill.
Can I get a signed copy of this book?

Yes — every copy from bellylaughbooks.com is personally signed by Jimmy Vee, who is himself a professional ventriloquist and the former Executive Director of the Vent Haven International Ventriloquists’ ConVENTion. A signed copy from the author is a perfect finishing touch for any aspiring performer.
How much does shipping cost?

Flat $5 for a single book. Free shipping on 2 or more books. US only. Ships within 2–3 business days, arrives within 3–5 via USPS.