How to make your own 

unique Rain Stick at home!

(for parents/teachers)

What is a rain stick first of all? A rain stick is a long, mainly hollow tube that makes a quiet sound when
tilted from side to side, very much like
running water or gentle rain.

Step 1: choose recycled old mailing tube or poster container. There very common items, so if you don't have any at home, ask neighbors or family. 

Step 2: To create a rain stick, we need  to make an obstruction - or blockage - in the tube to keep the materials inside your tube from falling all at once. You can use pipe cleaners, toothpicks, etc. Just push them through each side to create blockages throughout your tube. Just make sure your blockages are long enough to go through and they're sturdy. 

Step 3: The materials you put in your rain stick will determine how your stick sounds. For a quieter rain sound, add materials like seed beads, bird seed, or tiny pasta. For a louder sound, add materials like rice, small buttons, or paper clips. Also, by adding just the right amount of materials, you can have a beautiful sounding instrument. 

Step 4: After you have taken care of the inside, take care of the outside! Decorate it with color, design, and things around your home to make it stylish and colorful. 

Step 5: After you have made your rain stick, don't forget to have fun while testing out your new instrument. Turn it horizontal, vertical, sideways, anyway you want.