Homemade Rain Stick
2–5 years · 15–30 min · Indoor · Some energy
You'll need
- Paper towel tube
- Rice or beans
- Tape
- Toothpicks or aluminum foil
Steps
- 1Poke toothpicks through tube or stuff with foil
- 2Seal one end with tape and paper
- 3Add rice or beans
- 4Seal other end and tip slowly for rain sound
Why this works
Creating musical instrument from household items sparks pride.
Try also
- –Decorate the outside
- –Try different fillings for sounds
- –Use longer tubes for longer rain
Secure ends tightly. Contents are choking hazards.