Activity:

Create your own sturdy and bash-proof homemade musical shakers with this fun and engaging craft activity. Follow the simple steps below to make shakers that produce different sounds and can withstand enthusiastic music making.

Materials:

• Containers made of thick and durable materials (such as Badoit bottles, cocoa pots, or tubular biscuit tins)
• Sand, rice, lentils, or dried peas/beans for filling
• Duck tape or sticky-back contact paper
• Stickers, colored tapes, or marker pens for decoration

Instructions:

1. Choose containers made of sturdy materials, avoiding easily scrunchable plastic bottles. Look for cylindrical containers with tin bottoms or long necks that can act as handles.
2. Fill the containers with your chosen filling, such as sand, rice, lentils, or dried peas/beans. Adjust the amount to achieve the desired sound, leaving some space for shaking. Seal the containers securely with duck tape.
3. Cover the entire outside of the shakers with sticky-back contact paper or duck tape. This step helps reinforce the containers and prevents splitting. Ensure the ends are well sealed.
4. Let your creativity shine by decorating the covered shakers with stickers, colored tapes, or marker pens. Personalize them however you like to make them uniquely yours.

These homemade musical shakers are designed to withstand enthusiastic music making and provide different sounds based on the filling used. Enjoy shaking and creating rhythmic beats with your homemade instruments!

Note: Exercise caution when using materials and ensure the containers are properly sealed for safety. Adult supervision may be required, especially for younger children. Have fun exploring the world of homemade musical instruments!