The Glass Xylophone

The is very easy to make but it can be very messy if you're not careful!  The glass xylophone teaches basic science concepts, composition and coordination.

Here's what you'll need:

• eight hi-ball glasses
• a plastic jug
• a syringe
• a small teaspoon.

Here's how you make it:

Arrange the glasses in a row (tape the bases down to make sure they don't tip) and give the child a small plastic jug and syringe and instruct them to fill the glasses with varying water levels to create a row of different pitches.

How you play it:

Strike gently with the teaspoon to make melodies; use two spoons for chords.


Idea from Music Makes Your Child Smarter by Philip Sheppard