The Percussion Family - Free Digital Download

Watch, Sing & Play

Watch “Tinkering”, sing along, then bring the learning to life with this fun percussion activity!

About This Activity

This activity helps children explore the percussion instrument family, while developing rhythm, listening skills, and an understanding of how sounds are made through movement and play.

To make the The Percussion Family  Activity you’ll need:

• Printed percussion worksheet (PDF)
  
• Crayons or coloured pencils
  
• Optional: household items for making sounds (e.g. containers, spoons)

Let’s Learn Together

• Watch Tinkering
  
• Sing along and move to the beat
  
• Try actions like tapping, shaking, scraping, and hitting
  
• Talk about different percussion instruments
  
• Complete the percussion activity sheet
  
• Chat about how each instrument makes sound (keep it fun and relaxed!)

Meet the Instruments

• Tambourine
  
• Guiro
  
• Conga drums

Which instruments do you shake, scrape, or hit?

Lah-Lah Tip 💡

Percussion instruments are a great way to explore rhythm. Even everyday objects at home can become instruments, learning through play makes it more engaging and fun!

Extend the Fun 

Play “Beat the Drum” Game:
• Walk around the room while saying “walking, walking…”
• When you hear “STOP!” everyone freezes, puts their hands out, and sings “STOP!” in a funny voice
• Try it again with running, slow walking, or fast movement
• The bigger the contrast in speed, the more fun it becomes!

Download & Get Started

Print your percussion activity sheet and enjoy learning through music and play!

Please note this is a free digital PDF download. No physical copy will be shipped. Following your order you will receive an email with a link to download the content.