Noisemaker facts for kids
A noisemaker is an object made to create a loud sound. People often use them for fun, especially during parties, celebrations, or sports events. They can be simple toys or more complex devices. Noisemakers are great for adding excitement and energy to any gathering!
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What Are Noisemakers?
Noisemakers are designed to make sounds that get attention. Unlike musical instruments that make specific notes, noisemakers are usually about making a big, fun noise. They are often used as toy musical instruments for kids. They fit well in loud rhythm bands and help with music education for young children.
Types of Noisemakers You Might Know
There are many kinds of noisemakers. Here are some common ones:
- Whistles: These are small devices you blow into to make a sharp sound. A pea whistle has a small ball inside that vibrates to make the sound louder and trilling.
- Air Horns: These make a very loud sound using pressurized air. They have a special horn that amplifies the noise. You often see them at sports games.
- Party Horns: These are fun for birthdays and New Year's Eve. They are paper tubes that unroll when you blow into them, making a funny horn-like sound.
- Fireworks: Things like firecrackers and bottle rockets are designed to make loud bangs and flashes. They are used for big celebrations. Remember, fireworks should always be handled by adults!
- Ratchet Instruments: A ratchet is a musical instrument that makes a loud, clicking sound when you spin it. Percussionists in orchestras sometimes use them.
- Sirens: These make a loud, wailing sound. They are often used on emergency vehicles like police cars or ambulances to warn people.
- Vuvuzelas: These are long plastic horns that make a very loud, single note. They became famous at soccer matches, especially in South Africa.
Other Fun Noisemakers
Many simple toys can also be noisemakers:
- Recorder Head Joints: The top part of a recorder can make a whistling sound on its own.
- Groan Tubes: These are long plastic tubes that make a funny "groaning" sound when you swing them around.
- Moo Boxes: These small boxes make a "moo" sound like a cow when you flip them over.
- Pop Toobs: These are flexible plastic tubes that make popping and clicking sounds as you bend and stretch them.
- Whirly Tubes: Similar to groan tubes, these make different sounds depending on how fast you spin them.
Noisemakers are a simple way to add excitement and fun to any event. They are especially popular with children as they explore sounds and rhythms.
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