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How to Make a Rain Gauge
This 3-step activity is an easy way to learn how to make a rain gauge. Grab the 4 items and start looking forward to the rain!
Prep Time
10
minutes
mins
Active Time
10
minutes
mins
Materials
1
Clean, glass jar
An 8" tallish mason jar works well.
1
6" ruler
Do not use a wooden ruler with the epoxy.
1
Package of Gorilla Glue Epoxy Stick
1
pair
Scissors
1
pair
Disposable gloves
1
Floor tile
Instructions
Cut 1 ½” piece of putty. Roll it around and mix it for about2 minutes until it is a uniform color of gray.
1 Package of Gorilla Glue Epoxy Stick
Place the putty inside the jar and push it against one side of thejar, and lightly press down to attach the putty to the bottom of the jar.
1 Clean, glass jar
Place the ruler into the putty. Make sure the 1” mark is facing down into the jar. The ruler should stand on its own inside the piece of clay.
1 6" ruler
Cut another piece of putty. This piece will be used to attach the jar to the tile.
1 Package of Gorilla Glue Epoxy Stick
Press this flat piece of putty onto the tile. Place the jar on the putty. Let it sit for an hour before moving.
1 Package of Gorilla Glue Epoxy Stick
After 24 hours move the rain gauge outside on a flat surface that is not blocked by trees, bushes, or structures.
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Notes
Read the directions carefully for the putty so you know how long it takes to set. Put on gloves before handling the putty.