![]() ![]() Choose a person to lead the rainstorm – have them direct the group as to when to make the storm get closer and the rain get louder, let them decide when and if they want thunder or lightening, if they want it to be a calm storm or a crazy storm, etc.Designate a “Simon” and play Simon Says/Hears/Sees – “Simon hears LOUD thunder” or “Simon sees just a little lightening.”. ![]() Pass the different elements around between family members so your kids each get to try everything.There are lots of things you can do to explore with this activity further: Plus in an actual fan to make some steady “hurricane.Paper plates or other study flat objects can act.Blanket/towels (give them a shake to make it.Gather up some wind-makers from around your house like If you’re in the mood to pull out some tools, model your steel sheet instrument after this crazy one. Orchestras and bands often use sheet metal to make thunderstorms buy holding it at the top two corners and shaking and wobbling it. Want to go all out? Head to a hardware store and grab a small piece of sheet metal.DIY Thunder tube -based on this actual thunder tube that musicians use in concert halls to make thunder noises.Want a bit of a project? Here are more “advanced” DIYs for older children: Thunder makers or fill them with rice/beans/sand and they can make both thunder Here are simple DIY drums for younger kids:Įasy paper bowl noisemakers – keep them empty and use as just Watch this fun video to hear and see ways to use only your hands to make the sounds of thunder and rain. For example, use your firsts to pound on the coffee table or jump up and down on the floor. This is great for bigger, stronger children, especially if they work in pairs with each person hold a side of the sheet. Grab sheets or towels from your house and give them some good, fast shakes.Here are the options with no preparation necessary: Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access. ![]()
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