Survival Challenge Day / Knot Tying Stations
Knot Tying Stations
Older children learn useful knots like the reef knot, bowline and clove hitch using step-by-step picture cards.
How to run it
- Set up three stations, each with rope lengths and a picture card for one knot.
- Demonstrate each knot slowly.
- Let children practise in pairs and help each other.
- Rotate stations and challenge children to tie each knot from memory.
You will need
- rope lengths
- knot picture cards
- a post or chair leg for hitches
Make it easier or harderStart younger children with an overhand knot and bow, or time older children as a challenge.
SafetyNever tie rope around anyone's neck or body.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4Children persist with a new practical skill and support each other's learning.
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