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Everything's Duckie / Rubber Duck Gutter Race

Rubber Duck Gutter Race

Children race rubber ducks down a length of guttering or a water trough, using cups of water or breath to push them along.

How to run it

  1. Set up lengths of guttering on a slight slope or a water trough.
  2. Fill with water and give each child a rubber duck.
  3. Race ducks by pouring water behind them or blowing through straws.
  4. Try changing the slope and see which works best.

You will need

  • rubber ducks
  • guttering or trough
  • water
  • cups
  • straws
Make it easier or harderUse a steep slope for younger children; older children can time and record races.
SafetySupervise water play closely and empty troughs straight after use.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4Children test ideas and observe how water and slope affect movement.

Fits these theme days

Everything's DuckieWater Play DayGreat Race DayScience Day

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