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Musical Instruments

Encourage creativity, self-expression, and musical discovery with children's musical instruments from Kaplan. Explore drums, tambourines, rhythm sticks, shakers, keyboards, and instrument sets designed for hands-on learning. These engaging resources help develop motor skills, coordination, listening abilities, social-emotional growth, and an appreciation for music in early childhood environments. 

Mega Rainmaker -  16"
Item: 300694
Status: In Stock
$28.95
12 months & up. Experience the soothing sounds and colorful motion of the original Rainmaker. This classic sensory toy features an extra-long design that creates a gentle cascading "rain" sound as vibrant beads tumble through the tube. Perfect for sensory exploration and imaginative play, it helps encourage listening skills, visual tracking, and calming interactive fun for children. Colors may vary.
Sea World Drum
Item: 302247
Status: In Stock
$20.95
12 months & up. Introduce little ones to the calming magic of sound with this gentle and colorful ocean-theme drum. As children tilt and shake the drum, small beads roll across the surface, creating soft, soothing sounds that mimic the rhythm of ocean waves or a gentle waterfall. The clear top allows curious eyes to watch the movement, while the easy-to-grip edges are perfect for small hands. This sensory-rich instrument promotes early listening, motor coordination, and creative exploration all in a peaceful, playful way. Colors may vary.
TinkerTar Tiger Guitar
Item: 301034
Status: Out of Stock
$36.95
3 years & up. The TinkerTar Tiger Guitar is the easiest way to introduce children to the enchanting world of music! The 1-string guitar is the ideal beginner instrument to ignite a passion for music and foster creativity. Children will build confidence and develop essential fine motor skills as they work from simple to more challenging songs. The Kaplan TinkerTar Tiger Guitar includes an exclusive easy-to-follow teacher guide written by music teachers to make playing the guitar and teaching children music simple and fun. Includes: 1-string guitar, guitar strap, 2 replacement guitar strings, song book, and teacher guide.
Wooden Barrel Drum with 2 Mallets
Item: 300954
Status: In Stock
$46.95
12 months and up. This childproof, natural wooden drum instrument is a perfect introduction to the fundamentals of music. A fun introduction to percussion instruments, helping lay the foundation for future musical learning and appreciation. This wooden barrel drum helps develop fine motor skills and coordination. Drumming allows kids to explore sound, tempo, and dynamics, giving them a powerful outlet for self-expression and emotion. Encourage children to create a relationship with music. The drum measures 3"H x 6.5" Diameter and includes 2 mallets for a real-life drumming experience.
Boomwhackers Activity Kit
Item: 48088
Status: In Stock
$54.95
3 years & up. Whack almost anything to produce tones - thigh, hand, table chair, floor, etc. Different surfaces produce different sounds. Boomwhackers CD has seven activities that may be played independently or as a group. Set includes CD and 8 note boomwhackers.
Floor-Tom Drum 10"
Item: 95111
Status: Out of Stock
$79.95
3 years & up. Inspire your future musician with this durable 10" Floor-Tom Drum - Great First Instrument for Music and Rhythm Learning. This drum features illustrations of friendly jungle companions to jam along with our little one. Simply play by gently hitting the drum head with mallets or your hands. This instrument promotes fine motor skills, dexterity, rhythm learning, and hand-eye coordination. Encourage your child to follow along to a rhythm or to come up with their own beat. Measures 7.5"H x 10"D.
Early Melodies Pound and Tap Bench
Item: 30000
Status: In Stock
$39.95
12 months & up. Tap the balls on top with the toy hammer and listen to the melodies as they roll down or pull the xylophone out and tap directly on the keys to make your own melody. Promotes fine motor skills and problem solving skills. Made of wood, water-based paint, PA, and metal. Exposes little ones to music for the first time. Measures 9.4"L x 5.3"W x 5.9"H.
8 Note Hand Bell Set
Item: 43661
Status: In Stock
$69.95
3 years & up. These bells are a great introductory instrument for little ones with small hands and no musical experience. Each easy-grip bell represents one note and number between the c-c range. Use these bells to introduce tonality and the one-octave scale. Promote cooperation by having each child play one bell, creating their own melody. Create a special rhythm and encourage children to follow along with their instruments. It's fun for the whole classroom or family.
My First Baby Band Music Set
Item: 303677
Status: In Stock
$27.95
6 months & up. Introduce your little one to the joy of music with the My First Baby Band Music Set. This colorful sensory set is designed to capture children's attention and inspire early curiosity through sounds, movement, and play. Each instrument is perfectly sized for small hands, making it easy for little ones to grasp, shake, and explore while building essential motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Cheerful, engaging sounds create a fun first introduction to rhythm and music, supporting early auditory development and sensory exploration. A wonderful way to encourage discovery, movement, and a natural love of music from the very beginning.
Melody Marble Tree
Item: 302731
Status: In Stock
$65.95
3 years & up. Children will love exploring sound as they drop marbles from the top and listen to the soothing, melodic tones each branch creates. This engaging activity invites young learners to make predictions and observe cause and effect. As they grasp and release each marble, they also strengthen hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills. Includes three marbles for repeated musical discovery. The melody tree measures 6.4"L x 6.4"W x 15.25"H.
My First Music Set - 5 Pieces
Item: 302306
Status: In Stock
$31.95
12 months & up. Nurture children's love for music with this specially curated music set. Whether it's for the curious toddler, the early explorer, or the tiny musician in the making, this collection brings joy, development, and fun all year round. These child-safe instruments help develop fine motor skills, auditory discrimination, hand-eye coordination, and early listening skills. Includes a wave drum, rainstick, cage bell, and 2 shakers.
Serenity Drum Kit
Item: 302832
Status: In Stock
$45.95
4 years & up. This drum kit helps children discover the joy of music through a simple, hands-on instrument. This set includes one 6" steel tongue drum, two mallets, and a songbook with real songs children can follow to play along and learn. Designed with an intuitive 1-8 scale, the drum makes it easy for young learners to explore melodies using the interactive audio songbook stand. Perfect for supporting early childhood development, the drum kit encourages focus, listening skills, and self-expression in a fun, engaging, and accessible way.
Shake, Rattle and Rhythm Kit
Item: 31484
Status: In Stock
$112.95
3 years & up. Inspire children to explore music, movement, and rhythm with this engaging assortment of classroom instruments. This thoughtfully curated kit introduces a variety of sounds, textures, and cultural influences, encouraging children to experiment with rhythm and self-expression. As children shake, tap, and play, they build listening skills, coordination, and an understanding of beat and tempo. Ideal for group activities and music centers, this kit supports cooperative play while promoting creativity and early music appreciation. Includes 4 den den drums, 2 wooden fiddle sticks, a piccolo block with mallet, confetti bells, bell jingle, 3 way scraper, and more. Instruments stored in a colorful fabric bag.
Rhythm Sticks Musical Instrument
Item: 2633
Status: In Stock
$6.95
3 years & up. Use these rhythm sticks to enhance your musical fun. Set of 2 sticks. Colors may vary.
Hand Drum with Easy Grip Mallet
Item: 89044
Status: In Stock
$15.95
2 years & up. Inspire your future musician with this exciting Hand Drum with Textured Easy Grip Mallet. This hand-held drum features raised bumps on the rim so children can play the traditional way or run the mallet over the bumps for a different sound experience. This instrument promotes fine motor skills, dexterity, hand-eye coordination, music and rhythm learning, and listening skills. Encourage your children to follow along with a rhythm or to freestyle their own beat. Color may vary.
Child's Wooden Blue Ukulele
Item: 147714
Status: In Stock
$31.95
3 years & up. All of your favorite songs can be played through this magical wooden instrument! Each string is made of nylon and is able to be tuned. This is the ideal instrument for the budding rock star in your life. When cleaning, wipe with a damp cloth, do not run under water. Paints are safety and quality tested. Measures 21.1"L x 2.6"W x 7.1"H.
8" Rhythm Sticks
Item: 30422
Status: In Stock
$7.95
18 months & up. Sized right for children, these natural American hickory wooden rythym sticks feature one smooth and one ridged stick. 8" long.
6" Tambourine
Item: 89544
Status: In Stock
$24.95
3 years & up. This beautiful instrument features 4 sets of jingles, a natural skin top, and a natural, satin finish on the rim. Shake, tap or rattle to play.
15-Piece Classroom Rhythm Set
Item: 95974
Status: In Stock
$174.95
$110.95
3 years & up. This instrument set includes enough instruments for the whole class! Teach children about the foundation of music through this durable instrument set sized perfectly for little hands. Set includes a wave drum, child's drum with drum sticks, Clatter Pillar, 5" pair of cymbals, 3 pair of maracas, 3 tambourines with handles, and 5 shakers.
Chilean Rain Stick 20"
Item: 33009
Status: In Stock
$21.95
3 years & up. Northern Chile is home to the world's driest desert, where the rain stick is believed to originate. Rain Sticks are made from long, hollow cactus tubes that were dried in the sun. Let children experience the sound and rhythms from Chile with this 20" Chilean Rainstick. This is a natural product and appearance may vary.
Block and Mallet
Item: 11320
Status: In Stock
$12.95
3 years & up. Tap out a beat by gently striking block with mallet. Block measures 6.75" x 2.5".
Chiquita Maracas - 6 Pairs
Item: 63491
Status: In Stock
$45.95
3 years & up. These little egg-shaped maracas have a soft and delicate sound. The handle is easy to grip and perfectly sized for children's hands providing maximum playing ease. These brightly colored maracas are perfect for introducing rhythm and sound for sensory learning in the classroom. Encourage children to develop their own beats or follow along with a rhythm you create. Includes six pairs in two bright colors. Approximately 5" long. Colors may vary.
Energy Chime
Item: 34895
Status: In Stock
$19.95
3 years & up. The Energy Chime is often used in meditation and yoga and a soothing signal for use as a teacher bell. The chime has a warm and calming sound and it's free-floating design allows it to ring for a longer time. Mallet is included. Measures 8"L x 1.75"W x 1"H.
Basic Natural Wooden Instrument Set
Item: 31002
Status: In Stock
$45.95
3 years & up. Introduce children to the power of music! This natural wood set is perfect for a small group or as a starter rhythm set to build upon. The wood features on the instruments bring whimsical elements into small group music sessions. Included are 6 differing musical instruments that bring in different qualities: a jingle stick, wooden castanet clapper, pair of 8" rhythm sticks, pair of tap taps, guiro shaker with scraper, and a jute bag for storage.