How to Build a Sand Castle

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Choose a spot that won't get washed away.. Dig a well for easy water access (optional).. Scoop up clean sand.

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1

Choose a spot that won't get washed away.

Step 1

Choose a spot that won't get washed away.

2

Dig a well for easy water access (optional).

Step 2

Dig a well for easy water access (optional).

3

Scoop up clean sand.

Step 3

Scoop up clean sand.

4

Mix in a little water.

Step 4

Mix in a little water.

5

Squeeze the sand as hard as you can.

Step 5

Squeeze the sand as hard as you can.

6

Start with a strong base.

Step 6

Start with a strong base.

7

Build up a tall heap of wet sand.

Step 7

Build up a tall heap of wet sand.

8

Jiggle the heap of sand to drain out water.

Step 8

Jiggle the heap of sand to drain out water.

9

Shape your castle from the top down.

Step 9

Shape your castle from the top down.

10

Keep your sand moist.

Step 10

Keep your sand moist.

11

Build taller towers.

Step 11

Build taller towers.

12

Shape the castle walls.

Step 12

Shape the castle walls.

13

Make an arch.

Step 13

Make an arch.

14

Use small tools to shape the castle surfaces.

Step 14

Use small tools to shape the castle surfaces.

15

Carve the castle from the top downward.

Step 15

Carve the castle from the top downward.

16

Plan your moat carefully.

Step 16

Plan your moat carefully.

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