Your discovery goal
Compare loudness by changing the strength of a gentle tap while keeping the instrument, tapping spot, and listening place the same.
A little help from a grown-up
Before you begin
Put the drum, or an upside-down plastic tub, securely on the table. Choose one tapping spot and keep the listener in the same place.
Let’s give it a try.
Tick each step as you go. There’s no rush to wonder.
Pause and wonder
What did you discover?
Identify a softer and a louder comfortable tap. If the two sound alike, say so and try again gently.