Rubber-band Paddle Boat Kit

Set sail on a little backyard adventure.

This nature-inspired paddle boat kit is a hands-on building project designed to spark curiosity, confidence and old school fun. Build a real wooden paddle boat, wind the rubber band, and watch it glide across a tub, stream, or paddling pool!

Made from NZ pine and natural materials, this kit feels like the kind of project kids used to make with grandad in the shed.

Perfect for curious kids who love to tinker, build, and see how things work.

What's included?

• A FSC-certified NZ pine paddle boat base
• A peeler (careful, it's sharp!) for learning to whittle wood and carve your own boat mast
• Two wooden pieces that fit together to make a paddle and rubber bands
• A piece of organic cotton fabric that can be cut into a sail (you can also use a leaf!)
• An online tutorial via QR code to help you with this project
• A Build card to take you through the steps

Important note! The paddle boat works best without the sail and mast added, but these are fun little additions. If you want to shoot your boat across the water though, try it first without the added mast. Follow the video tutorial on our website to get the rubber bands right so you don't lose your paddle at the bottom of the water!