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Pirate Day / Shipwreck Repair Challenge

Shipwreck Repair Challenge

Teams patch a cardboard ship using crates, fabric and tubes to make it seaworthy before a pretend storm. Teamwork and creative building.

How to run it

  1. Set up a big cardboard 'hull' with holes.
  2. Teams gather loose parts to make repairs.
  3. Test the ship with a pretend storm using fans or sprays.
  4. Talk about what worked.

You will need

  • large boxes
  • crates
  • fabric
  • cardboard tubes
  • tape
Make it easier or harderProvide clear repair jobs for younger children; older children can design a full ship.
SafetyCheck crates are stable and stacked low.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4, Outcome 5Children collaborate, plan and test ideas.

Fits these theme days

Pirate DayLoose Parts DayCardboard Box DayTeamwork DayChallenge Day

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