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How to Make a Rain Gauge
By: Rebecca West from craftcreatecalm.com
How to make a Rain Gauge
"This DIY rain gauge is made from a recycled glass jar. Easy addition to a preschool weather or science unit for elementary kids. Collect rain in your rain jar to ?learn about rain. Estimate and measure rainfall with your children with this easy DIY rain gauge for beginners."
MaterialsNature Crafts, Recycled Crafts
Age GroupToddlers, Preschool & Kindergarten, Elementary School
Materials List
- Glass Jar
- Flat piece of Wood
- Water Color Paints
- Hot Glue Gun and Hot Glue Sticks
- Ruler (optional)
NotesA rain gauge for beginners. Learn about rain, estimate and measure rainfall with your children with this easy diy rain gauge.
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