Tennis Ball Run

Tennis Ball Run is a free, NQF-aligned Sport & Active Games activity for ages 6 to 12. It includes a learning intention, a materials list, step-by-step instructions and framework links.

Learning intention

This experience supports children to solve problems through experimentation and to reuse materials responsibly.

You'll need

• Recycled bottles and cardboard tubes
• Tape
• Tennis balls
• A wall to mount sections on

How to do it

1. Children build a large ball-run track from recycled bottles and cardboard.
2. Sections are angled so a tennis ball rolls and drops from one to the next.
3. Test the run, then adjust the angles so the ball doesn't get stuck.
4. A problem-solving twist that links active play to STEM.

Curriculum links

MTOP

• 4.2 Children and young people develop a range of learning and thinking skills and processes such as problem solving, inquiry, experimentation, hypothesising, researching and investigating
• 2.4 Children and young people become socially responsible and show respect for the environment

NQS

• 3.2.3 Environmentally responsible - The service cares for the environment and supports children to become environmentally responsible.

Frequently asked questions

What NQF outcomes does Tennis Ball Run support?

Tennis Ball Run is mapped to MTOP 4.2, MTOP 2.4, NQS 3.2.3. Each framework link is quoted in full on this page.

What age group is Tennis Ball Run for?

This activity suits ages 6–12.

What do I need for Tennis Ball Run?

You will need Recycled bottles and cardboard tubes, Tape, Tennis balls and A wall to mount sections on.

How long does Tennis Ball Run take?

Allow about 30 min.