Paper Bag Maracas

Make some music with this homemade percussion instrument. Make a pair so you have one for each hand!

Gather Tools and Materials

 
  • Paper Bag Maracas
  • Paper Bag Maracas
  • Paper Bag Maracas
Have fun learning new sounds with this neat-shaped book!


Let's Get Started!

 

1
Decorate.

Decorate a small paper bag with markers.
Paper Bag Maracas

2
Add dried beans.

Put two handfuls of dried beans into the paper bag.
Paper Bag Maracas

3
Tie a rubber band.

Put a rubber around the bag to keep the beans from getting out.
Paper Bag Maracas

4
Place a pencil.

Place a pencil or a stick in the secured bag.
Paper Bag Maracas

5
Make a handle.

Twist the rest of the bag around the pencil and wrap masking tape to hold it in place.
Paper Bag Maracas