Protected Space: Child-Powered Barrel Pumps

Authors: Robin Christie
Published Date: 31st May, 2026
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Issue 84

By Robin Christie. Here at the Childspace Workshop we’ve always tried to create learning spaces that are empowering for young children while opening their eyes to sustainable practices, including the precious nature of clean water. Water play is a vital part of children’s learning experience so we’re excited to share this DIY pump design perfect for sandpits, water features, garden areas, and more.

 

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Child-Powered Barrel Pumps

ROBIN CHRISTIE, CHILDSPACE

Here at the Childspace Workshop we’ve always tried to create learning spaces that are empowering for young children while opening their eyes to sustainable practices. These practices include ‘he taonga te wai’, an understanding of the precious nature of clean water. Water play is a vital

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