Make a Rain Gauge

Ages3–7
TimeAbout 15 min
MessTidy

You need

  • A clear, straight-sided jar or cup
  • A ruler and tape
  • A marker

Let's play

  1. Tape the ruler to the side of the jar, with 0 at the bottom.
  2. Set the jar outside in an open spot, away from roofs and trees.
  3. After it rains, check how high the water came.
  4. Write it down, empty the jar and measure again next time.
Grown-up tip: Add it to the Weather Watch Chart printable to see a whole week of weather.

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