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DIY Car Ramp Races

Age1–5 years
Time15–30 min
MessLow-mess
EnergyLow energy
SettingIndoor
DIY Car Ramp Races

You'll need

  • Cardboard or wooden board
  • Toy cars
  • Blocks for propping

Steps

  1. 1Prop board at angle with blocks
  2. 2Let cars roll down the ramp
  3. 3Race different cars
  4. 4Experiment with ramp angles

Why this works

Physics exploration with beloved toy cars.

Try also

  • Build longer track with multiple ramps
  • Add tunnels from boxes
  • Time each car's run

Secure ramp so it doesn't slip.

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