Straw pan flute craft for 8-year-olds
This music craft is for 8-year-olds making a simple decorative pan flute with paper straws. An adult should prepare any uneven straw lengths before the activity.
What to buy
Paper drinking straws in assorted colors
10 per child
Cardstock backing strips
2 per child
Masking tape
1 roll per 3 children
Washi tape
1 roll per 2 children
Rubber bands
2 per child
Child-safe scissors
1 pair
Rulers
1 per child
Pencils
1 per child
Washable markers
1 set per child
Alphabet stickers
1 sheet per child
Paper towels
1 roll
Who this list is for
A straw pan flute craft is for 8-year-olds making a simple decorative music prop from paper drinking straws. An adult should prepare any uneven straw lengths before the activity begins.
How to use this list
Sort the ten paper straws by length, using a ruler to check the adult-prepared pieces. Lay them from longest to shortest on cardstock backing strips, then secure them with masking tape and rubber bands. Cover visible tape or add color with washi tape. Use washable markers and alphabet stickers to decorate the backing, keeping a paper towel nearby for cleanup. Child-safe scissors are useful for trimming tape or cardstock, not for preparing uneven straws.
Common mistakes
Do not expect this craft to play like a purchased instrument. Keep the straws in their prepared order so the pan flute shape stays clear. Avoid squeezing or crushing paper straws while adding tape and rubber bands. Children should not be asked to correct uneven straw lengths; that preparation belongs with an adult.
What is on this list
The list includes assorted-color paper drinking straws, cardstock backing strips, masking tape, washi tape, rubber bands, child-safe scissors, rulers, pencils, washable markers, alphabet stickers, and paper towels. Cross off shared tape rolls, markers, rulers, and cleanup supplies before shopping.
When you are done
Check that every straw is held to the backing and that no tape ends are lifting. Store the finished decorative pan flute flat or upright in a classroom display area.
FAQ
Who is "Straw pan flute craft for 8-year-olds" for?
A straw pan flute craft is for 8-year-olds making a simple decorative music prop from paper drinking straws. An adult should prepare any uneven straw lengths before the activity begins.
How should I use "Straw pan flute craft for 8-year-olds"?
Sort the ten paper straws by length, using a ruler to check the adult-prepared pieces. Lay them from longest to shortest on cardstock backing strips, then secure them with masking tape and rubber bands. Cover visible tape or add color with washi tape. Use washable markers and alphabet stickers to decorate the backing, keeping a paper towel nearby for cleanu…
What should I skip or avoid with "Straw pan flute craft for 8-year-olds"?
Do not expect this craft to play like a purchased instrument. Keep the straws in their prepared order so the pan flute shape stays clear. Avoid squeezing or crushing paper straws while adding tape and rubber bands. Children should not be asked to correct uneven straw lengths; that preparation belongs with an adult.
What is on the "Straw pan flute craft for 8-year-olds" list?
The list includes assorted-color paper drinking straws, cardstock backing strips, masking tape, washi tape, rubber bands, child-safe scissors, rulers, pencils, washable markers, alphabet stickers, and paper towels. Cross off shared tape rolls, markers, rulers, and cleanup supplies before shopping.
What should I do when I am done?
Check that every straw is held to the backing and that no tape ends are lifting. Store the finished decorative pan flute flat or upright in a classroom display area.
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