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Cup Sound Lab

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Cup Sound Lab

Description

After the ART:DIS programme, use one plastic cup to make three clearly different sounds and compare what changes.

What to prep

  • One large unbreakable plastic cup
  • Table
Cost: FreeBest time: Anytime

Play guide

  1. 1Put a large plastic cup on the table. Tap the rim gently with one fingertip, then tap the side, then tap the tabletop beside it.
  2. 2Repeat the three sounds in the same order and choose which pair sounds most different.
  3. 3Let the child choose two locations for the adult to repeat as a tiny two-sound pattern.

Success signals

The child notices that changing where a sound is made changes what is heard.

If it's tricky

If the cup is too loud, use fingertip taps only or switch to a cushion and table for a softer contrast.