Activity Name:
DIY Paper Plate Tambourine
Suitable For:
Ages 4+
Time Required:
20-30mins
What you will need:
- Paper Plate
- Colours (pens, pencils or paint)
- Rice
- Ribbon
- Hole Punch
How to do it:
- Take your paper plate and decorate one side using your colours.
- Fold the paper plate in half.
- Use a hole punch to create holes along the open edge of the plate.
- Begin threading ribbon through the holes to start sealing the edges.
- Before closing it completely, add a small amount of rice inside.
- Finish threading and tie the ribbon to secure it. Shake your tambourine and enjoy!
What Will the Children Learn:
Children build creativity, improve fine motor skills, and explore rhythm through play.
Top Tips:
Use a small amount of rice for the best sound, or try pasta or beads, and work on a tray to reduce mess.
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