Players use gentle suction through a straw to lift lightweight paper pieces and transfer them between bowls.
- Players
- 2–20
- Ages
- 8+
- Play time
- 5–10 min
- Supplies
- Drinking straws, bowls and lightweight paper pieces
- Where
- Indoors
- Energy
- Low
READY IN 3 MINUTES
Get set up
Gather the required materials: Drinking straws, bowls and lightweight paper pieces. Set them out before explaining the first round. Choose an indoor area where the group can participate without blocking walkways.
LET’S PLAY
Here’s how it works.
- Place paper pieces in one bowl and an empty bowl nearby.
- Give each player a straw.
- Start the timer.
- Use gentle suction to lift one piece and move it to the empty bowl.
- Count successful transfers.
A few ground rules
Keep the agreed turn order, boundaries and timing consistent for everyone. Players may pass or use an accessibility adaptation without penalty.
Mix it up
Increase distance or play as a team relay.
Make it a great round
Do not use tiny objects that could be inhaled; use flat paper pieces and hands only to hold the straw.
Keep everyone comfortable
Use clean, stable, age-appropriate materials and remove anything sharp, breakable or unsuitable for the youngest player.