How Do You Make Drums For Kids?
Kids love to play music and complete crafts. Combine these two fun-time activities by making homemade drums for kids. Using simple, household materials and creativity, your kids will be playing their drums in no time. Choose a cylindrical oatmeal container, large juice or coffee can, or other container that is drum-shaped. Juice containers and coffee cans should be open on one side, and sharp edges should be covered with masking tape or filed down. Take the lid off the oatmeal container and discard it. This container will form the base for the drums. Cut a circle of waxed paper that is 2 inches larger in diameter than the open end of the container or can. This material will form the surface of the drum that is beaten with the sticks. Waxed paper is both strong and produces a nice sound when hit. You may also use lightweight vinyl fabric, or even brown paper bag material. Make drums with different materials for different sounds. Stretch the waxed paper or other material over the open en
