Snakes and ladders for hydration: fun game boosts Kids' water knowledge

NCT ID NCT07212309

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: The Higher Institute of Sport and Physical Education of Sfax Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tested whether a six-week board game program could improve hydration knowledge and habits in 240 first-grade students in Tunisia. Children played a specially designed game once a week before physical education class. Researchers measured changes in hydration knowledge, water intake, and thirst before and after the program.

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Active substance: Board game-based hydration education program
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that a simple, fun board game can help young children learn healthy drinking habits.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study in one country with no long-term follow-up. Results may not apply to other settings or ages.

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HYDRATION BEHAVIOR HYDRATION STATUS WATER INTAKE

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Locations

Higher Institute of Sport and Physical Education of Sfax

Tunis, Sfax Governorate, 3018, Tunisia

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