Maker Camp is funded in part by the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation and the generous support of the Members of Make: Community.
TO COMPLETE
WHAT WILL YOU MAKE?
WHAT WILL YOU NEED?
- 1 Cardboard Tube
- Pencil (optional)
- 2 End Caps for the Tube
- Nails that are almost as long as the Tube is wide
- Beans, Rice, or Pebbles
- Hammer
- Glue
- Tissue Paper (optional decoration)
- Poms Poms (optional decoration)
- Glitter (optional decoration)
- Pipe Cleaners (optional decoration)
- Stickers (optional decoration)
STEP 1
Add the nails.
Hammer the nails into the tube in a spiral pattern or in a random pattern. Use your pencil to draw the spiral! » Avoid placing the nails in straight lines down the tube!
STEP 2
Add the noisemakers.
Firmly secure one of the endcaps to the tube (it’s a good idea to glue it on!) » Pour your beans, rice, or pebbles into the tube. » Firmly secure the other end cap onto the tube.
WHAT'S NEXT?
Anytime you want to hear the soothing sound of the rain, turn this fun rainstick upside down and hear the noisemakers tinkle down!
Please Note
Your safety is your own responsibility, including proper use of equipment and safety gear, and determining whether you have adequate skill and experience. Power tools, electricity, and other resources used for these projects are dangerous, unless used properly and with adequate precautions, including safety gear and adult supervision. Some illustrative photos do not depict safety precautions or equipment, in order to show the project steps more clearly. Use of the instructions and suggestions found in Maker Camp is at your own risk. Make Community, LLC, disclaims all responsibility for any resulting damage, injury, or expense.
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