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Water Xylophone
Less water makes a higher note and more water makes a lower note, because the water changes how the glass vibrates.
Let's do it ↓Grab this
- 5 glasses
- Water
- Food coloring (optional)
- A metal spoon
Do it in 3 steps
1
Line up the glasses and fill each one a little more than the last.
2
Add a drop of a different color to each.
3
Tap each glass gently with the spoon. Can you play a song?
DO IT WITH MEYour turn! Beat the clock.
Press start, then put the screen down and build. We'll cheer when time is up.
5:00
⭐ Bonus round
Try to play Twinkle Twinkle Little Star.
🧠 Why it works
Less water makes a higher note and more water makes a lower note, because the water changes how the glass vibrates.
A grown up should be nearby for every challenge. Clean up together when you are done.
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