{"product_id":"maracas","title":"Maracas","description":"\u003ch2\u003eShake Into the World of Music\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese beautifully crafted wooden mini maracas feature vibrant illustrations and a fantastic, clear sound. Perfectly sized for young children, their lightweight design and smooth handles make them easy to hold and play — whether shaken gently or vigorously for a burst of rhythmic energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibrant, hand-illustrated design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear, resonant sound at any intensity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight with smooth, easy-grip handles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable birch wood construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEco-friendly, child-safe print\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold as a pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEducational Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeat Recognition\u003c\/strong\u003e — builds an intuitive sense of rhythm and timing through active play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine Motor Development\u003c\/strong\u003e — strengthens grip and hand coordination with every shake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuditory Awareness\u003c\/strong\u003e — encourages listening and sound discrimination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImaginative Play\u003c\/strong\u003e — perfect for storytelling, mimicking sounds like rain or wind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSocial Play\u003c\/strong\u003e — great for duets, group music sessions, and collaborative rhythm games\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClassroom Ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhythm Circles\u003c\/strong\u003e — beat-based call-and-response activities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement \u0026amp; Dance\u003c\/strong\u003e — encourage children to respond physically to music\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulticultural Music Lessons\u003c\/strong\u003e — explore percussion in world music traditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorytelling \u0026amp; Drama\u003c\/strong\u003e — enhance soundscapes and dramatic expression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 8cm (L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Durable birch wood exterior with metal beads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePack Size: Pair of Mini Maracas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable For: Early childhood music education, sensory play, and group activities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAges: 4+ years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Gentle Maestros\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium musical instruments for babies and toddlers. Non-toxic, Orff \u0026amp; Montessori-inspired and built to spark a lifelong love of music. Professionally tuned, natural wooden instruments informed by University teaching and K-12 educators.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gentle Maestros","offers":[{"title":"Wood \/ Shaken \/ Handheld","offer_id":46108679405759,"sku":null,"price":15.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/2931\/1679\/files\/M1.jpg?v=1787208204","url":"https:\/\/gentlemaestros.com.au\/products\/maracas","provider":"Gentle Maestros","version":"1.0","type":"link"}