STEM Wall - Outdoor Thongophone

Transform your outdoor learning space into a hub of sound, science, and discovery with the STEM Wall - Outdoor Thongophone. This engaging instrument invites children to explore rhythm, pitch, and vibration through hands-on experimentation. Featuring seven colourful pipes of varying lengths, each produces a distinct tone when struck with the included paddles, helping children understand how length and shape affect sound. Designed to blend physical activity with STEM learning, the Thongophone encourages children to listen, predict, and experiment while having fun outdoors. Its durable, weather-resistant construction makes it ideal for playgrounds, music gardens, and outdoor classrooms. Educators will love how this interactive wall supports inquiry-based learning and creative exploration, sparking curiosity about the science of sound and music. Whether playing solo or in groups, children will delight in creating patterns, rhythms, and melodies in a dynamic outdoor learning experience.

Educational Benefits

• Introduces sound science concepts such as vibration, pitch, and resonance through play.
• Promotes collaboration and communication as children play rhythms together.
• Builds hand-eye coordination and motor skills through striking and movement.
• Encourages curiosity, problem-solving, and experimentation aligned with STEM learning.

Classroom & Play Activity Ideas

• Explore cause and effect by comparing sounds from different pipe lengths.
• Create rhythm challenges where children copy and repeat patterns.
• Integrate the Thongophone into outdoor music and movement sessions.
• Combine with other outdoor instruments to form a class "sound orchestra." 

Product Details

• Suitable for ages 3 years and up.
• Includes seven tuned pipes of varying lengths and two paddles.
• Constructed from weather-resistant materials for long-term outdoor use.
• Designed for secure wall or fence mounting in playgrounds or outdoor learning areas.
• Use under adult supervision.