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One-Minute Challenge Day / Cotton Ball Nose Challenge

Cotton Ball Nose Challenge

Children dab a little petroleum jelly on their nose and try to move cotton balls from one bowl to another in one minute.

How to run it

  1. Set two bowls a short distance apart.
  2. Put a small dab of petroleum jelly on each child's nose.
  3. Start the one-minute timer.
  4. Move cotton balls one at a time using only the nose.

You will need

  • cotton balls
  • petroleum jelly
  • bowls
  • timer
  • tissues
Make it easier or harderMove bowls closer for younger children; older children can race in pairs.
SafetyCheck for skin sensitivities and give each child their own dab of jelly.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 3Children enjoy silly challenges and build confidence trying something new.

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One-Minute Challenge DayGame Show DaySilly Tasks DayChallenge Day

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