The children worked together to make the longest pipe they could. They began with just two pieces joined together, then excitedly added more until it stretched right down to the sandpit. They experimented by sending balls and cars down the pipe, noticing how quickly or slowly they travelled. There was lots of discussion about weight and speed — they observed that the lighter balls sometimes got stuck, but when a heavier ball followed, it pushed them through using force. The children also talked about direction, carefully turning the pipes to see how it changed the movement. Everyone was thrilled when, after much problem-solving, their ball finally reached the end of the pipe, and they celebrated their success with excitement.
Afterward, the children decided to change the direction of the pipes and use them to transfer water from the sandpit, discovering new ways the pipes could carry and move materials.
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