Activity:

Get ready for a fun-filled musical craft activity - the Jingle Bell Tambourine! Follow these simple steps to create your own tambourine and explore the joy of making music:

1. Gather your materials: You will need a small paper plate, crayons, stickers, markers, string or yarn, jingle bells, a hole punch or pencil, and scissors.
2. Decorate the paper plate: Let your creativity shine by decorating the paper plate using crayons, stickers, markers, or any other decorative materials you have. Encourage your child to create a design that reflects their unique style.
3. Punch holes around the edge: Use a hole punch or a pencil to make evenly spaced holes around the edge of the paper plate. These holes will be used to attach the jingle bells and create the delightful sound of the tambourine.
4. Add the jingle bells: Take a piece of string or yarn and thread it through each hole. Slide a jingle bell onto each piece of string. Tie a secure knot at the end of each string to keep the jingle bells in place. Feel free to use as many jingle bells as you like to create your desired sound.
5. Secure and trim: Make sure all the knots are secure and trim any excess string. Double-check that the jingle bells are attached firmly to the tambourine.
6. Shake and play: Your jingle bell tambourine is now ready to be played! Encourage your child to shake and move the tambourine, enjoying the cheerful sound of the jingle bells as they create their own music.

This craft activity not only allows your child to express their creativity but also introduces them to the world of music and rhythm. It's a fantastic way to engage their senses and stimulate their auditory development. So, gather your materials and have a blast creating and playing with your Jingle Bell Tambourine!