Hello there, rock stars!! Are you ready to make your own microphones to use for tomorrow's talent show? This activity will focus on strengthening those fine motor skills while expressing ourselves creatively. 

 

What You will Need 

Process 

Tip: You can use a hot glue gun to secure the foil to the tube so it lasts longer. Tape might loosen up easily. ensure children’s safety and keep the hot glue gun out of reach. 

 

Engaging with Your Child 

This activity will focus on creating a new craft enjoying the process of creative expression. This will provide your child an opportunity to freely explore the materials you have provided for them in a way where the process is valued more than the end-product. Begin this activity by asking your child “I would like us to have a talent show tomorrow, would you like to make a microphone with me today?”. Create your own microphone alongside your child, they learn best through observing others. You can narrate the steps you’re doing throughout the process, like “I’m going to roll this foil into a big, big ball like this. Roll, roll, roll...”. Actions such as rolling the foil, using scissors to cut and taping pieces together will help your child strengthen the muscles in their little hands. Meet them at their developmental level and support them if they need but also allow them to challenge themselves to complete it by themselves. Once it comes time to design the tube of the microphone, be wild and free. Allow your child to decorate it however they please – this will allow them to freely express themselves through their artwork. This will give them a sense of pride and accomplishment. Praise your child’s efforts and have fun!