We often get questions about appropriate instruments for children. Some key points:
It must be durable.
It must be reasonably easy to learn and play.
It must not have too many sharp edges or points, places where little fingers
can get caught, or small parts that can easily be removed or break off and be swallowed.
It shouldn't be too expensive, in case the child loses interest after a week or two.
AGE 5 AND UNDER We have found that the most suitable instruments for children age 5 and under are percussion
instruments, mostly the small handheld kind. On a rare occasion a younger child will be able to play a stringed or wind instrument, but these instruments are really better suited to older children.
That being understood, here are some recommendations. We make no claims as to the safety for any particular age level -- please use your own judgment -- but we do recommend that you always supervise children under 7. A very determined toddler can break a plastic rattle or a toy accordion and swallow the pieces.
The suggestions listed below are from our main catalog; they also suitable for adults!
Percussion Suggestions (all ages, with supervision)
Remo Drums for Children
All Remo drums for children have plastic
shells and plastic heads, have tacked heads with no protruding
metal parts, and are covered with a colorful jungle design. Young children enjoy finding the different animals in the jungle pictures.
Remo Kid's Bongos Small attached double drums -- $43.75
House of Musical Traditions
Remo Kid's Bongos
