Water Relay Race
Teams carry water in sponges or cups from one bucket to another. First to fill the empty bucket wins.
Educational Value
Builds teamwork and gross motor skills.
Materials Needed
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1
Set up a full bucket and empty bucket per team.
- 2
Kids run with a wet sponge or cup to fill the empty bucket.
- 3
No hands—only the sponge or cup.
- 4
First team to fill their bucket wins.
Water Relay Race
Teams carry water in sponges or cups from one bucket to another. First to fill the empty bucket wins.
Educational Value
Builds teamwork and gross motor skills.
Materials Needed
- Two buckets per team
- Sponges or cups
- Water
- Outdoor space
Instructions
- Set up a full bucket and empty bucket per team.
- Kids run with a wet sponge or cup to fill the empty bucket.
- No hands—only the sponge or cup.
- First team to fill their bucket wins.
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