Crafty Musical Instruments

Today, we're diving into a musical crafting adventure! We're making DIY musical instruments that are super easy and loads of fun. This activity is a fantastic way to introduce your kids to music and get their creative juices flowing.

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Crafty Musical Instruments

Three easy-to-make instruments for endless fun.

What you’ll need:

Plastic Egg Maracas

• Plastic eggs

• Two plastic spoons

• Tape

• Dried beans or rice

Paper Plate Tambourines

• Two paper plates

• Dried beans or pasta

• Staples

Paper Towel Tube Kazoos

• Paper towel tube

• Wax paper

• Rubber band

Creating Your Musical Ensemble:

Maracas Magic: Fill a plastic egg with beans or rice, tape it between two spoons, and shake away!

Tambourine Tunes: Sandwich beans or pasta between two paper plates, staple around the edges, and you've got a tambourine.

Kazoo Concert: Cover one end of a paper towel tube with wax paper secured by a rubber band, and hum your favorite tunes.

These homemade instruments are a great way to explore sounds and rhythms. They encourage your kids to experiment with music and discover the joy of creating something from scratch.

Let's Make Some Music

Creating these instruments is just the beginning. Once they're ready, it's time for a family jam session! Enjoy the unique sounds you can create and the laughter that comes with making music together.

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