Materials Required:

• Floatable items (e.g., barrels, logs, ropes, tarps, PVC pipes)
• Basic tools (e.g., knives, hammers, saws)
• Life jackets and safety equipment
• Designated water body (e.g., lake, river, pool) for raft testing
• Scoring rubric or criteria for evaluating raft performance

Pre-Activity Briefing:

• Explain the objectives and rules of the raft-building challenge
• Demonstrate examples of successful raft designs or construction techniques
• Emphasize the importance of teamwork, communication, and safety protocols

Team Formation and Planning Phase:

• Divide participants into teams (if not pre-assigned)
• Allow teams time to assess the provided materials and brainstorm design ideas
• Encourage teams to assign roles and responsibilities (e.g., builders, designers, safety officers)

Raft Construction:

• Provide teams with the designated materials and workspace
• Guide teams through the process of constructing their rafts
• Encourage teams to consider factors such as buoyancy, stability, and maneuverability
• Facilitate communication and collaboration within teams