Leaky Pipe Coordination Challenge
Teams coordinate simultaneously to float a ball out of a pipe with holes using water and straws
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About This Activity
Teams coordinate simultaneously to float a ball out of a pipe with holes using water and straws
Quick Info
moderate
20
8m x 8m minimum
Equipment Required
Tall containers with holes
1 per team (4-5 total)
Balls with holes or tennis balls
1 per container
Straws or thin tubes
30-40 total
Water source and containers
Multiple refill containers
Towels for cleanup
5-6 towels
Tennis Balls
As needed
Straws
As needed
Water Containers
As needed
Cleanup Towels
As needed
Suitable For
Year 9
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Team Play
Decision Making
Coordination
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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