This dangling marionette bears a strong likeness to the real-life Chris Kirkpatrick of the hit band 'N Sync, down to his black wardrobe, his Doc Marten's, spiked hair, and scruffy goatee. Just a tad smaller than a G.I. Joe action figure, this marionette can dance and sway to any 'N Sync tune you play. At first, an 8-year-old tester simply wanted to make Chris's limbs wiggle in sync with his 'N Sync CD (not included). Eventually, though, the tester tried the more skilled aspects of puppetry, using the enclosed instruction sheet that teaches a few marionette moves. For example, fans can learn how to make Chris sit, bow, dance, or shake hands. With a few afternoons of patient practice, children will master enough moves to put on a decent performance. When not in use, the marionette can be hung from the included stand. --Hannah Reynolds
