Instructions for Maracas

Maracas

(Set up: 1 hour, Duration: at least 2-3 classes of 30 minutes each)

You will need:

• Balloon
• Beans
• Tape (painter’s tape works best)
• Toilet paper tube
• Flour
• Water (boiling)
• Newspaper (cut into strips)
• Decorating tools

Paper Mache Mix

Mix equal parts boiling water and flour until mixture is smooth. Add a tsp of cinnamon for a nicer smell, and ½ tsp of salt to stop moulding.

Instruction

1. With the help of a friend, use a funnel to put a handful of beans into the
balloon.

2. With the help of an adult, blow up the balloon and tie in a tight knot.

3. Take the toilet paper tube and cut strips about a thumb length long along the
top of the tube. Tape to the underside of the balloon.

4. Cover the balloon and toilet paper role with paper mache. To do this, dip newspaper strips into paper mache mixture, taking off extra mix, and then putting on balloon. May need to do several layers.

5. Set aside dry for 2-3 days.

6. Decorate with paint, stickers, markers, or construction paper