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Paper Cup Maracas

Preschool Recycled Crafts Activities: Paper Cup Maracas

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What's That Sound?

This fun project will teach your child how to make their own percussion instrument. Maracas are most commonly found in Caribbean, Puerto Rican, and Latin American folk music, and often used to introduce children to music and rhythm because of their simple sounds and easy-to-use design.

What You Need:

  • Two paper cups
  • Paper tape
  • ¼ cup dry beans
  • Aluminum foil
  • Tempera paint
  • Paintbrushes
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