What is percussion of kids and how to use them?

PERCUSSION instruments are played by either striking (with hands, sticks or mallets), shaking or scraping. Some percussion instruments are "non-pitched" and are used for rhythms (like the claves). Some percussion instruments are "pitched" and are used for melodies (like the xylophone). The Timpani is a "pitched" drum that uses a "pedal" to change pitches. Kids are involved in musical instruments like percussion for kids are specially designed instruments that are light weighted and with instruments that can be practiced at home as well. There are many musical instruments brands that offer a wide range of musical instruments.