Bike And Trike Wash
Soapy buckets, a sponge, and a job they will take very seriously.
- Ages
- 2–10 yrs
- Play
- 20–50 min
- Prep
- 6 min
- Mess
- some
- Energy
- lively
- Where
- outside
You’ll need
Mostly things you probably have at home.
- a trike, scooter or ride-onGet it on Amazon
- water
- two bucketsGet it on Amazon
Optional
- dish soapGet it on Amazon
- spongesGet it on Amazon
- a spray bottleGet it on Amazon
- a towel for drying
How to play
Before you start: Two buckets outside: one soapy, one clean. A sponge each and a towel on the ground as the drying bay.
Inspect the a trike, scooter or ride-on together and point out the dirty bits with great seriousness.
Soapy sponge first. Wheels are the best part and the muddiest.
Rinse with the clean bucket, or a spray bottle if you have one.
Dry it with the towel and inspect again.
Look at the color of the soapy water together — that is the reward.
What it helps with
Keep it safe
- Never leave a young child alone with a bucket of water — a toddler can drown in one.
- Soapy patio is slippery. Work on grass if you can, and rinse the area afterwards.
Make it different next time
- Wash scooters, rain boots and the outdoor toys in one line.
- Time each wash and run it like a real car wash.
Cleanup: Tip the buckets on a plant. Everything is already wet.
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