Sound Shakers

Here's a musical experiment that mixes different sounds, science, and math all in one! Create Sound Shakers using plastic containers and different objects, from sand to paper clips. He'll practice comparison, observation, and patterns as he makes his own beats with these fun shakers!

What You Need:

• Five fillable clear plastic ornaments (available at craft stores)
• Buttons
• Sand
• Sequins
• Paper clips
• Small corks
• Tape

What to Do:

1. Put the buttons in one ornament, the sand in another, the sequins in the third, the small corks in the fourth, and paper clips in the last.
2. Attach the two pieces of the ornament back together and secure it with tape.
3. Invite your child to shake each one, comparing the differences between sounds. Comparing sounds helps prepare his brain for more complex science experiments once he starts school.
4. Use one shaker to make a beat and encourage him to imitate you, and invite him to come up with his own! This will improve his math skills as he learns to recognize the different patterns of beats.