Auto racing

Auto racing: how to organize an exciting competition using matchboxes

If you have children in your home who love to play with cars, then you may be familiar with the creative process of making cars from matchboxes or other scrap materials. However, what to do next with these machines? Why not organize a real car race and show your children how real speed competitions work?

First, you need to prepare the track. Using duct tape or string on the floor, you can mark a route that can run throughout the room or around furniture. It is important to remember that the course must be clearly marked and have a start and finish line.

When the track is ready, the racing can begin. Kids can race their cars around a track using a kitchen timer or stopwatch to see who can get the fastest time. Depending on the age of the children, rules and complications can be added, such as slowing down before turns or stopping at red lights.

However, it is important to remember safety. If there is a danger that the car, making a sharp turn, may hit a wall or furniture, place bolsters or pillows for safety. Also remember that Matchbox cars can be fragile, so don't push or throw them too hard.

Overall, car racing is a great way to spend time with kids and show them how real speed racing works. Don't forget about safety and enjoy exciting racing together!