10 to 15 minutes

Materials

Long mailing tube with the plastic ends removedA few small plastic or metal cars

Directions Not only does this game challenge concentration and motor coordination, but it also holds a surprise reward when the car zips out the other end. Hold the tube slightly elevated on one side and pass small metal cars through it, one at a time. Your child will love watching the cars go in one side and come out the other. Extensions

You hold the tube and let your child put the cars in.Count the cars out loud as you put them in.Cover both ends and shake the tube, asking your child where the cars are.Put a bucket or box at the end of the tube so the cars roll into it.Brace the tube against a chair so the cars can fly out the end.