
Victoria and her classmates gathered around as Mr. Harmony showed them how to make a shaker using rice and an empty can. "Who wants to make one with me?" asked Victoria, her eyes twinkling with excitement. Her best friend, Lily, eagerly joined her, and soon the classroom was filled with the soft rustling sound of homemade shakers. Even Jaden, who was usually shy, found a saucepan to drum on.