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Tape line peel

Stripes of painter's tape on a table become a quiet peeling challenge that builds finger strength.

Tape line peel
LevelBeginner
AgesAges 3 to 5
Time5 minutes to set up, then play
Cost$0 to $5
Low messRainy day

What you'll need

Materials

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How to make it

  1. Step 1: Tape the table
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    Tape the table

    Stick strips of tape across a table or tray in all directions.

  2. Step 2: Fold back the ends
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    Fold back the ends

    Fold the tip of each strip back a little so there's a tab to grab.

  3. Step 3: Peel by color
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    Peel by color

    Call out a color and have your child find and peel that strip.

  4. Step 4: Make a ball
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    Make a ball

    Let them squish the peeled tape into a sticky ball.

  5. Step 5: Make it harder
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    Make it harder

    Next time, overlap the strips so they have to peel the top one first.

Edie's tip

Painter's tape peels cleanly off most tables. Test a corner on wood first.

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