Feeling and observing water are primary experiences. In addition, the water table is ideal for children to build up, splash around and, in connection with sand, to muddy. The senses are awakened by playing with water.

The water table has no built-in blockades. Rather, the individual hollows can be separated from the water inflow by dams that are built with sand or other natural materials. This means that the water can be diverted at will.